We are thrilled to share the news that the City has decided to bring back the “Slow Streets” program launched last year through a MassDOT “Shared Streets and Spaces” grant. This program, which proved extremely popular in its first year, allows residents to work with the mayor’s office and DPW to apply for quick-build traffic-calming measures their street, using temporary road construction materials like signage, traffic cones, sawhorses, striping tape, and barriers.
One of the few positive developments during this difficult time has been increased pedestrian and bicycle activity among our citizens, and particularly among our youth. We’re excited that the City is continuing this program, which was so well-received last fall. We see this as a key step in an ongoing effort to improve safety and encourage healthy transportation alternatives.
Dan Krechmer, Ped/Bike Committee Chair
The Ped/Bike Committee strongly supports this program, and is pleased to provide technical assistance to residents during the project application and approval process, particularly in helping to develop project designs.
To learn how to apply for a “Slow Streets” project in your neighborhood, click here.