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MBTA and WSP present ADA upgrades for Boston Ave bus stop near Tufts; council approves moving design forward
Summary
MBTA and consultant WSP presented a plan to relocate and upgrade the Tufts Garage bus stop on Boston Ave to meet ADA standards. Council approved the 100% design and authorized staff to coordinate construction outreach, with work expected late summer or early fall and an estimated 2–3 week construction window.
The Medford City Council on Aug. 5 heard a presentation from MBTA consultants and WSP on a proposal to relocate and upgrade the bus stop at Boston Avenue near the Tufts Garage to improve accessibility and safety for riders. Katie Moulton, a WSP consultant, described the plan to move the southbound stop nearer the Boston Ave/College Ave intersection, replace non‑compliant curb ramps and detectable warnings, and construct an ADA‑compliant landing area so…
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