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Boston Uses Federal Funds to Improve Transit, Roads, Neighborhoods
Federal funding and ongoing work target transit links, road conditions and neighborhood connections across several areas.
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Boston is advancing multiple infrastructure projects that will affect how residents travel between neighborhoods and use local roads and transit lines.
Transit Bridge and Track Work Underway
The $1.06 billion North Station Draw One Bridge Replacement and Associated Track & Signal Upgrades project is underway across Cambridge, Boston, and Somerville. The MBTA awarded the contract to Skanska. This work addresses rail infrastructure that connects key stations and supports daily commutes for people traveling between these cities.
Road Reconstruction in Mattapan
Cummins Highway in Mattapan is receiving $31.5 million in construction upgrades expected to complete in 2026. The project includes road reconstruction, pedestrian ramps, and new tree plantings. These changes aim to improve safety and accessibility for people walking or driving along this route in the neighborhood.
Federal Support for Allston and Other Links
The City of Boston secured $335.4 million in federal funding for the Allston Multimodal Project to rebuild the Allston I-90 Multimodal Interchange. Over $102 million in federal transportation funding was awarded to Massachusetts overall, including $2 million to reconnect Boston neighborhoods at Mattapan Square and $2 million for JFK/UMASS Station redesign. These allocations support interchange and station improvements that residents use for regional travel.
Broader Urban Transformation Context
Boston is undergoing a $25 billion urban transformation with site preparation and infrastructure work beginning in late 2025, including foundation work for major projects like Fenway Center. The combined efforts address long-standing needs in transit reliability and street conditions that shape everyday movement for people living and working in the city.
Construction activity will continue on these projects in the coming months. Residents can monitor updates through the MBTA and city transportation department channels for any temporary changes to routes or access points.