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Boston, MBTA Announce Plans for Summer Street Closures During World Cup Games
The deal limits full shutdowns to four matches and gives the MBTA authority for partial closures during the rest of the tournament.
- On Tuesday, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's administration and the MBTA agreed to a plan managing Summer Street traffic during the FIFA World Cup, ending a weeks-long standoff over the busy downtown transit hub.
- Previously, the MBTA threatened to use eminent domain to close the street for all seven local matches, prompting Boston officials to argue the move bypassed necessary permitting processes.
- Summer Street will close fully for eight hours during four matches—June 13, June 19, June 29, and July 9—while partial westbound access remains for the other three tournament dates.
- MBTA General Manager Phillip Eng confirmed the agency will withdraw its eminent domain letter, while Boston will issue occupancy permits to support train transit for up to 20,000 passengers per match.
- Governor Maura Healey is proposing extended 3 a.m. last call hours for bars and restaurants, with the MBTA planning to adjust service times to support the expected influx of fans.
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Mayor Wu and state officials have reached a deal to close Summer Street around South Station to support both local and regional commuters heading to matches at Boston Stadium during the World Cup.
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MBTA and Boston announce plans for Summer Street closures during World Cup
After some back-and-forth between the state and city entities, the two have come up with a plan. The post MBTA and Boston announce plans for Summer Street closures during World Cup appeared first on Boston.com.
·Boston, United States
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After public spat, Wu, Healey administrations reach deal to shut down Boston street for World Cup matches
After weeks of disagreement, the Wu and Healey administrations have reached a deal to shut down a city-owned portion of Summer Street for some of the FIFA World Cup matches that will coincide with watch parties in Boston.
·Boston, United States
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