Dear Underpass Supporter,
We hope you're staying warm and dry with this sudden barrage of winter weather! It's been a while since you last heard from us, but we have some exciting news to report about progress towards the construction of a pedestrian/bicycle underpass at the Anderson Memorial Bridge. We also need your help reaching out to MassDOT to demonstrate your support for the Underpass-- learn more below and submit your comments soon!  If you need a refresher about the project, read more here .
 
Key Approval Received
Exciting news to share! The proposed underpass for the Anderson Memorial Bridge recently overcame a major hurdle: the Mass. Historical Commission (MC) gave a "thumbs up" for us to move forward. The MHC has requested that DCR, the Conservancy, and several other groups work together to develop the next set of plans. This is a major milestone for us!
 
Please Submit Your Comments to MassDOT by March 17
MassDOT is currently in the process of updating its  Capital Investment Plan (CIP)  (a long term plan for funding within the agency) and we need YOU to speak up in support of the  Anderson Bridge Underpass . 
 
Submit a comment  or  send an e-mail  to MassDOT before March 17 to make sure this project becomes a reality. Sample language is included below:
 
I am writing to urge you to fund the Anderson Bridge Underpass portion of proposed project number 1420. The Anderson Bridge project has had several significant advancements in the last year, including acceptance from the MHC, and would have a shovel-ready design within the funding period. We ask that you move the Anderson Bridge Underpass into the "funded" category.
 
As always - stay safe when running on the Charles River pathways this winter!
 
Sincerely,
The Underpasses Team at the Charles River Conservancy



A rendering of the proposed underpass