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Jun 9

Transportation Department putting in place new traffic plan for Dell Avenue in Hyde Park

The street will be one-way only to improve safety and reduce cut-through traffic.

Jun 6

Traffic Advisory for Thursday, June 8 - Sunday, June 11, 2017

Pride Parade, Bunker Hill Day Parade and other events will impact traffic and parking

May 31

Traffic Advisory for Sunday, June 4, 2017

The Adidas Boston Boost Games, Aids Walk, Dorchester Day Parade, Project D.E.E.P. 5L, and Corrib Classic take place this weekend.

May 30

Second demand-responsive price change announced for Seaport parking meters

The meter prices are adjusted based on sensor data as part of the Performance Parking Pilot Program.

May 26

Coming soon: Neighborhood Slow Streets announcement

We'll be announcing the new Neighborhood Slow Streets zones in mid-June.

May 25

Traffic advisory for Memorial Day Weekend

The Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial, Run to Remember Road Race, and Memorial Day Parade will impact traffic and parking.

May 18

City of Boston celebrates National Bike to Work Day

In total, 13 bike convoys will make stops at locations across the metro Boston area, and cyclists will meet at Boston City Hall Plaza.

May 18

City of Boston Celebrates Bike to Work Day; Safe Streets Investments

In celebration of National Bike to Work Day, Mayor Walsh also today announced a commitment to increase Boston's Vision Zero investment by $1 million in Fiscal Year 2018 (FY18) to $4.1 million.

May 17

Traffic Advisory for Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21, 2017

Youth Pride March, Harpoon Brewery 5 Miler Road Race, Haitian American Unity Parade

May 15

Mayor Walsh launches groundbreaking for Audubon Circle $7 million reconstruction

The project will increase safety, improve travel conditions and provide improved green space for all users of Audubon Circle.

May 10

Mayor Walsh releases first Vision Zero Annual Report

Key accomplishments include reducing Boston's speed limit to 25 mph and ensuring all major roadway reconstruction projects include a focus on improving safety.

May 4

Traffic Advisory for Sunday, May 7, 2017

Walk for Hunger and 5K, Other Weekend Events

Apr 27

Transportation Department to teach bicycle skills to women this summer

The next generation of bicyclists is also learning to ride through a partnership with Boston Public Schools.

Apr 25

Traffic advisory for Greek Independence Day Parade

The annual Greek Independence Day Parade will take place in the Back Bay on Sunday, April 30.

Apr 18

Mayor Walsh investing $1.4 million to improve safety and traffic conditions in Readville

The project will reduce congestion, improve bus operations, and increase safety for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Apr 7

Patriots Day weekend 2017

We have information about parking and street closures for the Boston Marathon, Patriots Day Parade, BAA 5K, Invitational Mile, and Kids Relay Races.

Mar 30

Drivers reminded of $100 fine for illegal parking in Fenway/Kenmore resident spaces

If you park illegally in a "Resident Parking Only" space near Fenway Park, you will be subject to a $100 fine.

Mar 29

Neighborhood Slow Streets update

The Boston Transportation Department wishes to thank everyone who expressed interest in and/or submitted an application to the Neighborhood Slow Streets program this year. A total of 47 applications...

Mar 17

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Updated traffic advisory for St. Patrick's Day parade in South Boston

The annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, as well as the annual South Boston Boys and Girls Club Road Race, will be held in South Boston on Sunday, March 19.

Mar 7

Go Boston 2030 Vision and Action Plan released

The plan is comprised of 58 projects and policies to direct the City of Boston's transportation agenda for the next decade and beyond.

Mar 1

Traffic advisory for Boston Massacre reenactment on March 4

The event on Saturday will impact traffic and parking Downtown.

Feb 28

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Data released from first automated bike count in Boston

The Transportation Department counted nearly 30,000 bike trips per day across 60 locations in September 2016.

Feb 28

Reinstallation of New Balance Hubway Bike Share Stations begins in Boston

With spring approaching, we're reactivating 127 Stations in downtown Boston and in the City's neighborhoods.

Feb 24

City hosts public meeting to discuss Rutherford Avenue/Sullivan Square design project

The Charlestown community is encouraged to attend and help shape the future of the area.

Feb 24

Transportation Department takes steps to improve safety on Chinatown streets

The City of Boston will partner with the Asian Community Development Corporation and Chinatown Main Streets to improve safety.

Feb 8

How we're using separated bike lanes in winter

As we install separated bike lanes in Boston, we are testing new approaches for snow removal.

Feb 8

Alert: Changes to Mass. Ave. bike lanes ahead of snow event

With heavy snow expected tomorrow, the City is removing the flexible delineator posts that mark the separated bike lane on Massachusetts Avenue.

Feb 1

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Traffic advisory for Super Bowl weekend

We will restrict traffic and parking at several locations in the City of Boston on Sunday, February 5.

Jan 24

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Transportation Department accepting applications for Neighborhood Slow Streets program

Neighborhoods are invited to apply to participate in the program and have traffic calming measures on their residential streets.

Jan 20

Winners of Boston's Safest Driver Competition recognized

Four drivers were recognized for their contribution to Vision Zero and driving safely on Boston's streets.

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