Pilot direct ferry between East Boston and Charlestown
Resident asks for a pilot harbor ferry linking East Boston and Charlestown to give residents an affordable, car-free connection to jobs, services and businesses.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Pilot a direct ferry between East Boston and Charlestown. These neighboring waterfront communities lack a direct connection. A short harbor route would make travel between them easier for residents and visitors while supporting local businesses.
Who it helps and why
Improves affordable transportation access between two diverse Boston neighborhoods, connecting residents to jobs, services, businesses and waterfront destinations without requiring a car or rideshare.
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- July 29, 2026
- Neighborhood
- City-wide
- Portal category
- Other
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
- Themes
- Transit & getting around
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
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