MBTA's Speed Restriction Removal Plan Aims to Boost Competitiveness

The deteriorating state of the MBTA's Red Line in Massachusetts is becoming a liability for the state's competitiveness. The slow and unreliable public transit system is hindering workers' ability to quickly commute to offices, labs, hospitals, and universities, particularly in Boston's innovative core of Kendall Square. The decline in public transit use has led to an increase in single-occupancy vehicle trips, impacting the vibrancy of the community and causing longer commutes for those with less money. The lack of efficient transportation options is discouraging workers from staying in the area and potentially considering relocation to cities with better transit systems.