Connecting the Commonwealth:

Key Public Transportation Projects and Their Benefits for Massachusetts

Executive Summary

Public transportation makes a vital contribution to Massachusetts’ transportation system, relieving congestion, reducing our dependence on oil, curbing pollution, stimulating the economy, and helping to sustain healthy, vibrant communities. This report describes the many benefits Massachusetts already gains from public transportation, lays out a vision for 21st century transportation projects in the state, and outlines policies to make the vision a reality. (October 2008)

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