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From Boston Launches $11.5M Link Bus Program to Expand Neighborhood Transit

How could the city's new Link Bus Program affect Roxbury?

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Roxbury may gain improved access through new city shuttle routes The city is launching the Link Bus Program, a system of five free shuttle bus routes designed to cover the 'first-mile' and 'last-mile' gaps between residential areas and public transit stops. The program, funded by $11.5 million from the Federal Highway Administration, includes a route serving Roxbury. While the overall program aims to strengthen connections to the MBTA and make it easier for residents to reach work and school, the specific destinations and connections for the Roxbury route have yet to be finalized as city officials work with the community.

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  • The city is launching five free shuttle bus routes through the Link Bus Program.boston.com
  • The program is funded by $11.5 million from the Federal Highway Administration’s Congestion Relief Program.boston.com
  • The shuttle bus services will operate for three years.boston.com
  • The Mattapan and Roxbury routes have yet to be finalized as officials work with the community.boston.com

Why it matters

For Roxbury, improved transportation access is critical to connecting residents to the broader economic and social opportunities within Boston. The Link Bus Program is designed to address the 'first-mile' and 'last-mile' challenges, which often create friction for residents trying to use the existing public transit system to reach jobs, education, and services.

This initiative is part of a larger city effort to strengthen connections to the MBTA and improve community life. The program is expected to launch in early 2027, following approval by the Economic Development and Industrial Corporation of Boston at its Sept. 17 meeting.

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  • What specific destinations and connections will be finalized for the Roxbury route?
  • Which local transportation organizations will operate the Roxbury shuttle?

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The city finalizes the Roxbury route connections quicklyThe positive effect on neighborhood mobility and access could become more immediate and concrete.
The competitive procurement process for Roxbury operators faces delaysThe launch timeline for the Roxbury shuttle route could be pushed back beyond early 2027.

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