This report is the result of a collaborative partnership between graduate students from the MIT Department of Urban Studies and Planning and Greater Ashmont Main Streets in Dorchester, Boston. From September to December 2024, a team of six graduate students worked closely with experienced faculty and leaders from Greater Ashmont Main Streets to conduct research, develop analyses, and generate actionable recommendations for the district.
This report is intended to serve as a foundation for future conversations, planning, and decision-making within the Greater Ashmont community. We hope that it will inspire new ideas, provoke thoughtful discussion, and ultimately guide the next steps in realizing the area’s potential.
