Well he at least put it on the table. The Governor earlier today said it was not the time to talk gas tax and the Senate President has not commented yet. In light of the forthcoming transportation reform that inlcudes the the dismantling of … [Read more...]
Kerry Details Economic Recovery
Cross-posting note: This also appears at Marry in Massachusetts with a mug and a more dramatic head.I didn't see the dailies in Lynn in the North Shore Community College's gym, nor do today's papers carry Kerry coverage. They … [Read more...]
Dukakis won’t train in vain
I asked Dukakis, What would it take for us to have a rail system that you would consider to be adequate? "One week in Iraq", Dukakis answered instantly. "3 billion dollars a year ... I'll take 125 miles an hour anywhere in the country, … [Read more...]
Update: Menino Releases Bike Share Program Request for Information
Given our July conversation about the potential for bike sharing in Boston, I know some may be interested in this press release for the Mayor's Office: Today, [Mayor Menino] proudly announced bike lanes have been put down on Commonwealth … [Read more...]
Shared-Bike Program for Boston
Dear Friends, I am writing to let you know that I filed legislation yesterday to explore bringing a shared-bike program to Boston. I want to recognize that Mayor Menino and his administration have already begun the process for … [Read more...]
Senator Baddour, defend yourself.
Of course, we have accidents on our roads and highways all the time, but lawmakers like Mr. Baddour never suggest ending our massive annual investments in road and highway expansion. The truth is, expanding our public transportation … [Read more...]
Fight over police details is on — more’s at stake
From this article ... Sen. Robert O'Leary, D-Barnstable: supportive of the proposal but wants more specifics.Senate President Therese Murray, D-Plymouth: backed the change as part of Senate transportation reforms.Rep. Demetrius … [Read more...]
Casinos done. What’s next? Transportation
Here we are folks. Patrick has said during his campaign he doesn't want to raise the gas tax. I am not aware of DiMasi's or Murray's position on the issue (but would love to know.) Funny thing about roads, bridges and mass transit. They … [Read more...]
Are You Essential? (Inclement Weather Edition)
Not to send anyone in to ontological fits, but the question for the afternoon seems to be, "are you essential?"(i.e. can you go home now?) From Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency(MEMA) "Due to the fast moving snow storm which may … [Read more...]
Sen Kerry gets “burned up” grilling Sec. Peters about MA transportation
At the time of the Minnesota Bridge disaster, Ms. Peters appeared on the News Hour with Jim Lehrer to talk about what the federal government intended to do in the wake of this tragedy. It is really astounding to see her stick … [Read more...]
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