Leaders say new micro‑transit pilot strengthens regional connectivity
Wakefield, Reading and regional lawmakers described the link as a collaborative effort to restore last‑mile connections and support economic development, healthcare access and seniors' independence.
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Municipal and state leaders framed the link as a regional response to gaps in mobility. Jonathan Chines, chair of the Wakefield Town Council, recalled Wakefield’s history as a streetcar suburb and said the pilot is a first step toward reconnecting neighboring towns for jobs and daily needs. "It's been a long road to get here, but it is so exciting to see this pilot come to fruition," Chines said.
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