Redesign Union Square in Allston for pedestrian safety
Resident asks to redesign the dangerous Union Square intersection for pedestrians and to expand the empty plazas with events, food trucks and picnic tables to support the neighborhood.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Union Square is in the heart of Allston, but is a large, dangerous intersection flanked by two plazas that are always empty. The street should be redesigned for pedestrian safety, and the plazas expanded with events, food trucks, and picnic tables.
Who it helps and why
Allston has long been neglected by the city in terms of funding. Union Square is a hub for local businesses and transit and the site of a future community center, yet it is a dangerous and uninviting space currently. Making it more friendly and accessible could go a long way to making the whole neighborhood thrive.
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- July 29, 2026
- Neighborhood
- Allston
- Place
- Cambridge Street, Allston, 02134
- Portal category
- Streets & Sidewalks
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
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