Resilient Communities from the Ground Up |
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This summer, LivableStreets is proud to collaborate with author and urbanist Alison Sant and a network of community partners including Speak for the Trees and Fields Corner Main Streets, on a course offered through the Harvard Extension School focused on climate resilience and equity in Dorchester. The course brings students into conversation with city officials, scientists, designers, and community leaders as they explore how U.S. cities, particularly in the Boston metro area, can adapt to climate change while advancing livability and justice. As part of this collaboration, LivableStreets meets weekly with students focused on mobility, helping them think critically about equitable street design, public space, and how to advance transportation justice through their projects. We’re excited to support the next generation of planners and advocates as they co-create solutions alongside local leaders in one of Boston’s most vibrant neighborhoods. |
Allston I-90 Project Funding Woes |
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After the Trump administration rescinded nearly all of the federal grant promised for the multi-modal Allston I-90 project, MassDOT has announced to its task force that they are undergoing a "cost analysis... to examine how to deliver the most transportation benefits with available resources." LivableStreets has been working on this project with community members and advocates for over a decade. We remain on the task force and will continue to work with the City, MassDOT, and partners to help re-prioritize with the available resources. |
Vision Zero Task Force Safe System Workshop |
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On June 25, LivableStreets Alliance joined members of the MPO Vision Zero Task Force for a Safe Systems Workshop hosted by iRAP (International Road Assessment Programme). iRAP works around the world to make streets safer by improving road design and infrastructure. The workshop focused on the “Safe Systems” approach, an international best practice that aims to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries. It recognizes that people make mistakes, so our streets should be designed to reduce the chance of crashes and protect everyone when they happen. It was a great opportunity for us to connect with other advocates and city partners, talk about what’s working, and where we can do better to keep our streets safe for all. |
Arboretum Block Party |
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On July 19, LivableStreets joined community members and local partners to celebrate the opening of the new entrance on Arboretum Road at the Arnold Arboretum. This is part of a larger path project to establish new entrances into the Arboretum via a pedestrian footpath. These new entrances will provide direct access to the Arboretum for residents of communities along Washington Street in Roslindale. This milestone marks a major step forward in reconnecting surrounding neighborhoods with one of Boston’s most cherished green spaces. As part of our Emerald Network initiative, LivableStreets played a key role in advocating for this entrance, supporting community engagement, and helping to coordinate stakeholders. During the celebration, we had the opportunity to connect with many attendees and share more about our ongoing projects to expand equitable, connected greenways across the region. |
Meet Our Summer Interns! |
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This summer, LivableStreets is thrilled to be joined by two incredibly talented interns who are supporting our Transit and Greenways work. |
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We're so excited to have both Angela and Sophie on the team this summer! |
OPPORTUNITIESFull-Time
Internships & other opportunities
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As a policy, LivableStreets will only advertise opportunities that include salary or compensation information. Have an opportunity to advertise? Send it to [email protected]. |