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I hope this isn’t the case as I think this attitude exacerbates the problem. The T loses credibility every time it over-promises and under-delivers. Every day that the Silver Line is displayed as rapid transit on a map to a first time T rider, they are being lied to in the form of an...

Eliminating the Silver Line branding makes the MBTA map easier to understand, more readable, and more honest. I'm sure most people reading this thread feel very comfortable with the MBTA map. It should not be designed for us, though. It should be designed in a way where a tourist isn't...

This is the root of the problem. If you’re 36 or younger, there’s only been one (light rail) rapid transit expansion in your lifetime. Unless you’re over 40, there’s only been one (light rail) rapid transit expansion in your living memory. That means the majority of lifelong greater-Boston...

SL3X is a step in the right direction, but undoubtedly you agree that Everett is underserved by transit, don’t you? Compare Everett’s density to Newton, for example, and tell me the SL3X provides commensurate service to Everett as the Green Line in Newton. SL3X is good. Everett deserves better.

I agree with this approach. If the political will and funding was there at the state level, you could reward towns by coupling their densification with transit expansion. Essentially a road map of “add this many units and get x service” given to each relevant municipality. Unfortunately...

To be clear, the one thing we all appear to be in agreement about is desiring Milton’s compliance with the zoning law. You’re right, the discussion is more centered around the level and quality of service in Milton. Good service is not just frequencies. When you require a two-seat ride to get...

I think we’re mostly in agreement here that Milton complying with the zoning law would be a good thing for the region. That being said, and looking more closely at community designations, Milton does have a point that their level of service more closely resembles those in other categories. It’s...

Option 1: Status quo. Option 2: If I may push back on the god-emperor, I believe you are making the world a worse place by presenting this option, your highness and exalted one. If Milton’s leaders were to choose that option, it only hurts the most vulnerable citizens and employees of Milton...

While I agree with the spirit of your argument, the facts are off. Somerville had two heavy rail stations pre-GLX (Assembly and Davis), not one. While I do not buy Milton’s argument that they are exempt from the housing law, it’s also true that their level of service is absolutely below the...

Love the busway extension to Second St. Really like the dedicated busway on Lower Broadway and Alford St.

The only extension that’s in development is in the other direction: to Ruggles. There has been no concrete commitment to a Seaver St extension.

Good idea. Or also, the Auburn Park and Ride. Could capture Connecticut (1,800-9,000 transactions), Berkshire County (600-3,000 transactions), Pioneer Valley (6,000-33,000 transactions), Worcester Hills (400-2,000 transactions), South County (1,400-7,000 transactions), Paxton (200-1,000...

What a huge improvement over what's there now.

Still bitter that Nomar trade didn't go through? Or just upset that you narrowly missed both Sox championships with no rings to show for it?

Rather than going by a really unrealiable "gut feeling," I highly recommend getting some actual data. Speed Tracker apps are quite handy for this type of thing.

Very good point. It appears the worst slow zones are: JFK -> N. Quincy Braintree -> Quincy Adams That section hasn't had their closure(s) yet as part of this track improvement program. Looking ahead: JFK <> Braintree is due for a 16 day closure in September Broadway <> N. Quincy is due for a...

From transitmatters: Focus your advocacy towards the state. That’s who would be responsible for electrification efforts. A project like this requires funding and commitments from the state government. Any way you slice it, the Lowell Line isn’t first on the priority list. Newburyport/...

Great news! Hopefully it happens and some less cryptic details come to light (which streets, for example). Because without any details, I remain cautious.

I read through the entire PNF and there is no such reference that “the City has committed to having the team install RPP signs for game events.” The closest thing I can find is a bullet point on the city website (that was conveniently never referenced in any published documents) that says...