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Boston Directs Capital Plan Funding Toward Street and Bridge Upgrades
City services and state partnerships are advancing road reconstruction, bridge work and transit improvements through targeted local decisions.
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Boston is completing the $31.5 million Cummins Highway reconstruction in Mattapan in 2026, with work that includes traffic improvements, road reconstruction and new pedestrian ramps. This project forms part of broader efforts by city departments to manage infrastructure needs through the FY26-30 Capital Plan.
Cummins Highway Work in Mattapan
The reconstruction targets specific conditions along Cummins Highway. It adds pedestrian ramps and traffic adjustments to improve movement in the neighborhood. City transportation projects list this effort as one of several active initiatives in 2026.
Bill Russell Bridge Completion
Work is concluding on the Bill Russell Bridge, a multimodal crossing of the Charles River. The project was developed in partnership with MassDOT to support safe travel for multiple users. Completion of this bridge adds to the network of river crossings managed through state and local coordination.
MBTA Contract for North Station Area
Skanska received a $1.06 billion contract from the MBTA for the North Station Draw One Bridge Replacement and Associated Track & Signal Upgrades. The scope covers work across Boston, Cambridge and Somerville. This contract addresses bridge and rail infrastructure through MBTA procurement decisions.
Federal Funding for Mattapan Square
Boston obtained approximately $2 million in federal funding to reconnect the separated sides of Mattapan Square. The allocation supports connections to natural resources and multimodal transit options. It represents one use of external resources within the city's overall infrastructure approach.
FY26-30 Capital Plan Investments
The City of Boston's FY26-30 Capital Plan directs nearly $136 million to street reconstruction, resurfacing and sidewalk accessibility repairs across neighborhoods. These allocations cover work in multiple areas and reflect decisions made during the capital planning process. The plan provides the framework for sequencing projects such as the Cummins Highway reconstruction.
Implementation continues under existing contracts and funding streams. Residents can track progress through city transportation project listings and MBTA updates on the North Station and bridge initiatives.