2026–27 · Back Bay
Commonwealth Ave cycle track, crossings and Newbury closures
Resident asks for permanent light exhibitions, a two-way cycle track in the median and safer crossings on Commonwealth Avenue, plus weekend and holiday car closures of Newbury Street.
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The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Add permanent light exhibitions on Commonwealth Avenue, a two-way cycle track inside the grassy median, and safer pedestrian crossings throughout the entire street. Also close Newbury Street to motor vehicles on all Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- August 7, 2026
- Neighborhood
- Back Bay
- Place
- Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, 02116
- Portal category
- Streets & Sidewalks
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
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