Why regional ballot initiatives make sense for Massachusetts

The Gateway Cities Journal

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Mar 3, 2020 Policy Center

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The previous edition of our journal argued that regional ballot initiatives (RBIs) are a must-have tool if Massachusetts is going to move forward with transformative transportation investments. This position is supported by MassINC research dating back to 2010. As more and more regions around the country successfully wield RBIs to make 21-century transportation investments, the

WANTED: Sharper tools for Gateway City transit-oriented development

The Gateway Cities Journal

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Feb 27, 2020 Policy Center

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If we hope to spur growth and attract residents, jobs, and talent to our Massachusetts Gateway Cities, we need a transportation funding package that includes multiple tools to transform passenger rail.

RBIs to the rescue: What happens when locals make their own decisions about transit

Gateways Episode 52

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Feb 27, 2020 Policy Center

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This week on Gateways, Tracy is joined by Denny Zane, Executive Director of Move LA. Having lived in Massachusetts, Denny is familiar with the unreliable public transit that Commonwealth riders deal with on a daily basis.

Holyoke offers blueprint for pre-k expansion

Gateways Episode 51

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Feb 12, 2020 Policy Center

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In this episode of Gateways, we visit Holyoke to talk pre-k expansion in the Student Opportunity Act era.

Finding inspiration domestically and abroad for bold action on regional transit

Gateways Episode 50

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Feb 12, 2020 Policy Center

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This week on Gateways, Tracy returns from a visit to Washington, D.C., where she attended the National Conference of Mayors and heard about transportation models from far and wide that could potentially serve as something for our Commonwealth to aspire to.

The evolving role of street workers in youth violence prevention

Gateways Episode 49

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Feb 12, 2020 Policy Center

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This week on Gateways, Ben learns about the role of street workers in public health focused youth violence prevention efforts. UTEC’s Geoff Foster, Nichelle Sadler, and Leslie Rivera share their experiences as street workers.

Haverhill ponders pathways to a more inclusive future

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Jan 27, 2020 Policy Center

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At a time when division seems all pervasive, it's reassuring to visit Gateway Cities and find citizens engaging in difficult and potentially divisive issues in an entirely respectful and open-minded manner.

Haverhill ponders pathways to a more inclusive future

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Jan 27, 2020 Policy Center

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Developer Dave Traggorth builds transit hubs with housing

Gateways Episode 48

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Jan 23, 2020 Policy Center

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This week on Gateways, Ben sits down with real estate developer Dave Traggorth of Traggorth Companies, whose developments can be found in multiple Gateway Cities.

The local news vanishing act: What Gateway Cities are doing to fix it

Gateways Episode 47

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Jan 15, 2020 Policy Center

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This week on Gateways, we look at the state of local journalism in Massachusetts. Bruce Mohl, editor of CommonWealth, joins to talk about the struggle many local news outlets face, calling this era of reporting a "low point," and urging private citizens and lawmakers alike to recognize the severity of the situation.

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