Making Massachusetts more walkable
WalkBoston makes walking safer and easier in Massachusetts to encourage better health, a cleaner environment and more vibrant communities. Our website is centered on the work we do with people and organizations in communities across the state.
WalkBoston Comments on the South Boston Seaport Strategic Transit Plan
July 24, 2020 | WalkBoston Comments on the South Boston Seaport Strategic Transit Plan To: Brian P. Golden, Director Boston Planning & Development Agency Chris Osgood, Chief of Streets Councilor Wu, Chair Planning, Development and Transportation Councilor Flynn, District 2 WalkBoston appreciates the opportunity to comment on the plan and are glad to see that …
Age-Friendly Walking in your community: WalkBoston guidance for taking action
Age-Friendly Walking is a framework for planning and building cities and towns that are walkable for people of all ages. Walkability is key to ensuring that older adults can age in community, access goods and services, and maintain physical, mental, and social health. To guide Age-Friendly Walking efforts for communities across Massachusetts, WalkBoston has developed …
‘Safe driving during COVID-19’ PSA graphics
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, lower traffic volumes have led to dangerous driving speeds in communities across the Commonwealth. High driving speeds contributed to a doubled roadway fatality rate in the month of April in Massachusetts. Driver speeding affects all road users by making walking and rolling conditions unsafe and uncomfortable. With the safer-at-home …