The Providence Journal recently spotlighted the smart growth goals and accomplishments of Massachusetts state government. Highlights include a statewide Complete Streets initiative, a target of reducing greenhouse gases 80 percent by 2050, and zoning reform to make communities more resilient to climate change. The Governor is also proposing to invest over $1billion a year to create a safer, reliable, and more modern transportation system, including tripling the amount of walking, biking, and public transportation options in the state.
To learn more: http://blogs.providencejournal.com/ri-talks/this-new-england/2013/01/andree-lerouxgreg-bialecki-new-era-of-mass-smart-growth.html