Traffic & Transit
I-93 Sound Barriers Gain Traction In Somerville
The Massachusetts House recently adopted a budget amendment funding a design study for sound walls, Rep. Mike Connolly said.
SOMERVILLE, MA — State House legislators on Wednesday adopted a budget amendment that funds a design study for sound barriers along I-93 in East Somerville, Rep. Mike Connolly said.
The amendment, co-sponsored by Rep. Christine Barber, will examine barriers' potential impact on mitigating noise pollution. At least $30,000 will be allocated toward the study, according to the text of the consolidated amendment.
Connolly, who represents the 26th Middlesex District, thanked House Speaker Ron Mariano and Ways & Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz on Twitter Wednesday.
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Pleased to report my amendment to fund a design study for sound walls along I-93 in East #Somerville was adopted by the House of Representatives today. Thank you to Speaker @RonMariano and W&M Chair @RepMichlewitz for working with us to address this environmental justice concern. pic.twitter.com/bJsVKW1oqW
— Mike Connolly (@MikeConnollyMA) April 29, 2021
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