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SD 511

Resolve relative to a VFW Parkway master plan special commission

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Paul McMurtry and 1 co-sponsor

Summary of SD 511: VFW Parkway Master Plan Special Commission Purpose and IntentThis proposed bill, SD 511, would establish a special commission to develop a comprehensive master p

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Bill Summary · SD 511

Summary of SD 511: VFW Parkway Master Plan Special Commission

Purpose and Intent

This proposed bill, SD 511, would establish a special commission to develop a comprehensive master plan for the VFW Parkway corridor in Massachusetts. The main goals of the commission would be to:

  1. Evaluate the current condition and usage of the VFW Parkway
  2. Identify opportunities for infrastructure improvements, economic development, and enhanced public access
  3. Develop a detailed, long-term master plan to guide future investments and development along the parkway

Key Provisions

  • Creates a 15-member special commission to oversee the master planning process
  • Commission members would include state and local officials, transportation experts, business leaders, and community representatives
  • The commission would have 18 months to complete the master plan and submit it to the state legislature
  • The master plan must address transportation, economic, environmental, and quality of life considerations
  • The plan would recommend specific projects, policies, and timelines for implementation

Affected Stakeholders

The VFW Parkway is a major transportation corridor that connects several Boston suburbs. This bill and the resulting master plan would impact:

  • Residents, commuters, and travelers who use the VFW Parkway
  • Businesses and commercial properties located along the parkway
  • State and local government agencies responsible for maintaining and improving the corridor
  • Environmental and community organizations interested in the parkway's development

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • SD 511 was introduced in the state legislature on November 29, 2025
  • If passed, the special commission would have 18 months to complete the master plan
  • The final master plan would then be submitted to the state legislature for review and potential implementation of its recommendations

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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