Andre Leroux offers testimony to Joint Committee on Transportation

On RTA advancement bills

Policy Center
Aug 3, 2021 Policy Center

The pandemic has permanently changed the way many residents think about where they want to live and work. This offers an unprecedented opportunity for our Gateway Cities to reposition themselves as regional hubs, but this will only be possible if they become multimodal communities anchored by strong regional transit systems.

Are coworking spaces the key to transforming Gateway Cities?

Policy Center
Dec 3, 2020 Policy Center

Gateway City coworking facilities can provide space and resources for residents to join the digital workforce while positioning downtowns as regional hubs.

Regional Ballot Initiatives and the promise of local autonomy

Gateways Episode 65

Policy Center
Aug 26, 2020 Policy Center

A major transit bill with provisions for RBIs would give voters the ability to raise their own transportation funds and invest in their own communities.

Take The #TTODTalkChallenge!

Policy Center
Jun 11, 2020 Policy Center

MassINC is on a mission to support livable communities - and that has to start with community residents. Help us show the need for community space, especially as the COVID-19 pandemic changes the way we use public spaces by taking the #TTODTalkChallenge!

Why Massachusetts can’t scale back rail infrastructure

Policy Center
May 18, 2020 Policy Center

Last week, Transportation Secretary Stephanie Pollack indicated it may make sense to slow down planned improvements to the MBTA commuter rail network. Here's why this is the wrong move for Massachusetts.

TTOD Planning & Design Competition Award Ceremony

Policy Center
May 1, 2020 Policy Center

Learn more about the nine teams that participated in the inaugural TTOD Planning and Design Competition!

Why COVID-19 tells us to embrace transit-oriented development, not reject it

The Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
May 1, 2020 Policy Center

Recently, coronavirus has caused some to question the validity and safety of population density and transit. But the real culprits lie in crowding, poverty, pollution, and other socioeconomic factors - which TTOD aims to address.

How public health agencies can protect populations most threatened by COVID-19

Gateways Podcast Episode 55

Policy Center
Apr 8, 2020 Policy Center

Massachusetts' Gateway Cities are home to large numbers of vulnerable populations, including immigrants and people experiencing homelessness. This week, we talk to experts about why certain populations are more at risk when it comes to COVID-19, and how Gateway Cities can respond.

Resiliency in their DNA: Gateway Cities in the face of crisis

Gateways Episode 54

Policy Center
Mar 25, 2020 Policy Center

This week, Ben and Tracy look at how Gateway Cities are responding to the spread of coronavirus.

Baker’s Economic Development Bill Builds on Gateway City Strengths

The economic development package positions Massachusetts and its Gateway Cities for strong, equitable, and sustainable growth.

Policy Center Press Release
Mar 9, 2020 Policy Center Press Release

The Governor’s bill contains several provisions with the potential to play a particularly powerful role increasing the vitality of Gateway Cities across the state by building on their strengths.