MetroFuture would make transit a more attractive option by improving service on existing lines and by extending the reach of service to new locations that can support it with transit-friendly land uses (new, old, or a mix of the two).

MetroFuture would more than double the number of trips made on transit, through expansion and improvements to the existing system; creation of more suburban transit services; land use plans and site designs that promote transit use; and a steady increase in gas prices.

An increasing share of workers would avoid congestion through transit, flextime, telecommuting, carpooling, and other nontraditional work and commuting arrangements.

MetroFuture would double the share of trips made by walking or biking.

MetroFuture’s emphasis on alternative modes would allow the region’s residents to rely less on their cars, with a goal of reducing the regionwide automobile mode share from 77% in 2000 to 61% by 2030.

MetroFuture focuses growth in urban communities and developed suburban areas with the infrastructure to support it.

MetroFuture’s emphasis on compact development, alternative transportation, and social services would make it easier for people with disabilities to get around in Metro Boston.

The MetroFuture region would use limited transportation resources wisely.

 MetroFuture would supplement traditional transportationrevenue sources with tolling, congestion pricing, impact fees, value capture tools, and other innovative approaches to leverage private capital. 

Transportation projects will be chosen in an efficient, transparent manner, and those choices will be based on realistic estimates of costs and revenues.