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urban-planning7 days ago•1 min saved

Boston to install protected bike lane at site of Louisa Gag's fatal crash

Boston officials announced that construction will begin Tuesday on safety upgrades at the Tremont and Parker Streets intersection in Mission Hill, where city transportation planner Louisa Gag was killed by a truck in July. The project includes a parking-protected bike lane, new white paint for visibility, and restricted left turns. While the family of the victim expressed gratitude, they urged the city to act with greater urgency to meet its Vision Zero goals. Advocates called the move a positive step but demanded broader state legislation for truck safety.

via WBUR|

#boston #louisa-gag #street-safety

local-politics2 months ago•4 min saved

Boston rolls out sweeping street-safety plan after cyclist’s death

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu unveils a six‑page plan to improve street safety after the death of cyclist Louisa Gag, including tougher truck-side guards, more durable barriers for bike lanes, a full review of the Tremont Street corridor, resumption of stalled safety projects, expanded community input, and a refreshed Vision Zero dashboard with monthly updates, while committing to faster, iterative design with outside advisors.

via WBUR|

#bike-lanes #boston #local-politics

local3 months ago•5 min saved

Boston vigil honors planner killed biking, pushes for faster street-safety action

Hundreds gathered at Boston City Hall Plaza to mourn Louisa Gag, a transportation planner killed while biking, and to demand expedited street-safety projects from city leaders. Mayor Wu pledged action—strengthened enforcement of bike-lane and crosswalk violations and plans to install or replace protected bike lanes—while Vision Zero groups and a broad open letter pressed for accountability and quicker delivery of safety infrastructure to prevent more traffic deaths.

via WBUR|

#bike-lanes #boston #local