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Medford council asks MBTA, Keolis to cut nighttime lights, announcements at West Medford station
Summary
After residents reported frequent automated announcements and very bright lighting from the new West Medford commuter-rail platform, the Medford City Council on April 9 approved a resolution asking Keolis and the MBTA to reduce sound and light levels, especially during non-peak hours.
The Medford City Council voted April 9 to submit a resolution to Keolis and the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority asking the operators to reduce lighting levels and the frequency and volume of automated announcements at the newly installed West Medford Commuter Rail platform, after multiple residents testified that noise and bright lights were disrupting sleep and outdoor living.
Council President Barris said the rapid installation of the platform surprised both the city and neighbors and that residents had reported announcements and bright lighting “at least reported to be happening all night sometimes.”
The resolution asks Keolis and the MBTA to cut light output and to reduce…
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