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Public forums examine the toll of underinvestment in regional transportation

MassINC and Transportation for Massachusetts are hosting a series of public forums around the state to discuss regional transportation investment, especially as it relates to Massachusetts Gateway Cities.

Last week, MassINC published a new research report – available online – that cites heavy economic toll of insufficient transit in Gateway Cities, along with above average support for transit investment among voters in these communities. The report provides a roadmap for how new public resources in regional transit can be invested with a focus on improving the economic performance of Gateway Cities.

Forums have already been held in Pittsfield and Fitchburg. Upcoming forums include:

March 12: Lowell
March 14: Lynn
March 18: Worcester
March 21: South Coast
Week of April 1: Haverhill/Lawrence
Week of April 1: Springfield
April 8: Cape Cod
April 10: Brockton (rescheduled from March 28)

In addition, the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition is sponsoring a public forum, “The Time is Now for Rural Transportation Support in MA,” at 10 a.m. on Friday, March 8, at the First Baptist Church in North Adams. More information is available online.