http://keithn.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] keithn.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] davis_square2015-11-12 06:44 pm

Wynn proposes footbridge over Mystic River

In an interesting development that is sure to put the mayor in an awkward position, Wynn wants to build a footbridge over the Mystic river to connect the Wynn casino site to Assembly Square. I know the possibility of a bridge has had support from people who don't even plan on visiting the casino, but according to our mayor: “A footbridge would benefit Steve Wynn and Steve Wynn only."

Read more at http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2015/11/12/wynn-resorts-footbridge-span-mystic/2i7jPr6hCYwSjTCsWwoxpI/story.html

[identity profile] boblothrope.livejournal.com 2015-11-17 04:59 pm (UTC)(link)
Average population density across a city is not a meaningful statistic. What matters is *local* population density. Waltham is rather dense near the center. It doesn't make it easier to park there if there's woodsy parkland two miles north.