City Prepared for Another Winter Storm

4-7 inches expected in Boston overnight

Boston University and Mayor Menino launch Bike-Safety initiative

In a continuing five-year effort to improve safety and calm traffic along its 1.5 mile-long main campus straddling Commonwealth Avenue, Boston University today announced with the City of Boston a series of measures to further protect cyclists and pedestrians, encourage bike use, and promote awareness of cyclists and pedestrians among motor-vehicle drivers. They will include new signage, enhanced bike-lane markings, and highway reflectors in the pavement.

Mayor Menino, City Agencies Continue to Monitor Snow Storm

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and agencies around the City of Boston continue to monitor a potentially serious winter weather event. About 300 pieces of Public Works equipment will be deployed overnight to treat and clear city streets.