As spring begins to warm up, so too does the city’s slate of infrastructure projects and public works efforts. Mayor Ted Bettencourt said one of the city’s most significant construction undertakings this season is a long-awaited water main replacement on Lowell Street. The project, which will cover the stretch between Route 1 and the West Peabody Fire Station, is expected to … [Read more...] about Water main project, old DPW demo among spring priorities
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Infrastructure requires money. More toll roads are the way.
Thomas Black Physical infrastructure — highways, bridges, ports, internet servers, potable water — provides the backbone of an economy, even in an increasingly digital and virtual world. Most people recognize that it makes the nation more competitive and efficient and support investment in these projects. That backing begins to fade when it comes down to who’s going to pay … [Read more...] about Infrastructure requires money. More toll roads are the way.