"Milton's High-Stakes Vote: The Future of Multi-Family Housing Near MBTA Stations"

Residents in Milton, Massachusetts voted against a plan to encourage multifamily housing development near public transit, in compliance with the MBTA Communities Law, with preliminary results showing 5,115 "no" votes and 4,346 "yes" votes. The controversial plan aimed to address the regional housing crisis and comply with state requirements, but faced opposition due to concerns about increased density and fairness. State officials expressed disappointment and warned of potential funding cuts, while also emphasizing the need for more housing near transit to lower costs.