Casey Overpass
Where is the Casey Overpass and why does it exist? The Casey Overpass was built in 1955 to quickly carry cars over Forest Hills from the Arboretum to Shea 
Circle, near Franklin Park. Though it was originally constructed as a six-lane overpass, deterioration has reduced it to just two lanes.
What's happening now? It is now set to be replaced with either a new overpass or an at-grade street network. For the past eight months, LivableStreets has participated in a working advisory group to advise the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and their team of consultants on design alternatives.
What does LivableStreets think? We at LivableStreets strongly support the at-grade alternative, and we are reaching out to you to voice your support too. Both alternatives improve circulation for all modes. However, only the at-grade option removes an enormous barrier that has divided neighborhoods and disconnected nearby parks from neighborhoods and each other. Further, the at-grade option leaves room in the budget to extend crucial bike, pedestrian, and transit facilities to Washington St. towards Roslindale.
Why is it important? This project is an enormous opportunity to reconnect four of the most beautiful parks in Boston, and the neighborhoods that surround them. It is an opportunity to set an example for sustainable infrastructure. And perhaps most importantly, it is an opportunity to enhance Forest Hills as a noteworthy neighborhood of its own.
What can you do?
MassDOT is accepting comments through Dec 6, 2011, at which point they will decide whether to go with the at-grade or bridge option. Express your support for the at-grade option by emailing John Romano at MassDOT (John.Romano@dot.state.ma.us) as well as the project managers and your state representatives at:
Steve.McLaughlin@dot.state.ma.us, Paul.C.King@state.ma.us, Russell.Holmes@mahouse.gov, Liz.Malia@mahouse.gov,
Sonia.Chang-Diaz@masenate.gov, Jeffrey.sanchez@mahouse.gov
Attend the final Public Meeting:
Wednesday, December 14, 2011, 6 PM
The English High School
144 McBride Street, Jamaica Plain MA
Support this project by making a donation or becoming a LivableStreets member today. LivableStreets is your voice for better biking, walking, and public transit to create safe streets and vibrant communities - making the Boston region a better place to live, work, and play.
Visit MassDOT project site for more information here http://web.massdot.net/CaseyOverpass/Meetings.html
The following handout was created by LivableStreets in anticipation of the Nov 21 Public Meeting. The Key Points are still relevant:
