Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority
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Access In Motion
The MBTA is dedicated to becoming the global benchmark for accessible public transportation, and recent progress reflects that fact. From new trainings for all bus and subway staff, to the installation of brand new elevators, to the design of tactile signage, there is a lot to be excited about. Visit this page to learn more about current accessibility initiatives, and find out just how accessibility is in motion here at the T!
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Access in Motion Updates
Accessibility at the T Public Meeting
(Posted May 6, 2013)
Judge Patrick King will be hosting a public meeting to discuss his assessment of the MBTA′s progress towards compliance with the MBTA/BCIL settlement agreement. Click on the link above for more details about the Accessibility at the T public meeting to be held on Friday, June 14.
Presentations
| Title | Description | Available Downloads |
| Accessibility at the T Public Meeting (2/1/10) | Snow removal, emergency preparedness, way-finding, and the implimentation of a preferred boarding area were just some of the topics discussed at the MBTA/BCIL Public Meeting. Click on your preferred format to learn more about the public meeting. | Accessibility at the T Public Meeting February 2010 (PDF) Accessibility at the T Public Meeting February 2010 (MS Word) |
| SWA's Presentation to the MassDot Board | On January 6, 2010, the Department of System-Wide Accessibility presented to the MassDot Board of Directors on the recent progress the MBTA has made towards its goal of making the MBTA accessible and inclusive for all customers. | SWA/MassDot Board Presentation (PDF) SWA/MassDot Board Presentation (MS Word) |
| Accessibility at the T Public Meeting (June 2009) | On June 29, 2009, MBTA staff met with various steakholders to discuss current and future enhancements designed to improve accessibility system-wide. | June 29, 2009 Accessibility at the T Public Meeting (PDF) June 29, 2009 Accessibility at the T Public Meeting (MS Word) |
Access In Motion Calendar
Take some time to learn about important MBTA access-related facts and important disability holidays by accessing the Access Calendar. Select one of the links below to view the calendar.
Please select one of the following to view the calendar
| Title | Available Downloads |
| Access in Motion Calendar (2011) | PDF MS Word |
| Access in Motion Calendar (2010) | PDF MS Word |
| Access in Motion Calendar (2009) | PDF MS Word |
