The Massachusetts Turnpike Authority debate in Allston, Massachusetts, over the use of land near the realigned Massachusetts Turnpike and the new West Station. Harvard University and City of Boston officials support developing the land for housing, while MassDOT advocates for using it for MBTA train parking and maintenance tracks to support expanded east-west rail service. The dispute centers on whether to prioritize housing development or transportation infrastructure, with a tight deadline for securing federal funding by September 2026. The outcome will significantly impact both the area’s development and the state’s transportation plans.
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