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Council adds commuter‑rail stop request, backs affordable housing priorities for Alewife redevelopment
Summary
The council amended a policy order on the MBTA's Alewife garage redevelopment to call for robust affordable housing, a commuter‑rail stop at Alewife and a bridge linking nearby areas; the amendment and the order as amended passed unanimously.
The Cambridge City Council amended and adopted a policy order asking the city manager to press the MBTA to prioritize affordable housing in the Alewife garage redevelopment and to pursue a commuter rail stop and pedestrian bridge to improve connectivity. Councilor Nolan introduced the amendment and noted longstanding community advocacy for an Alewife commuter-rail stop and a bridge connecting the quad and triangle areas; Councilor Susie and Councilor Wilson supported adding transportation connectivity and stronger affordable housing language.
The council approved the amendment on a recorded roll call and then adopted the policy order as amended with a unanimous recorded vote. Councilors said maintaining a careful balance between parking, transit access and affordable housing outcomes should guide negotiations with the MBTA. Supporters argued the improvements would advance equity, climate and transit goals for the region.
