The Government Center MBTA station reopened Monday following a two-year renovation project and is now ready for riders.
The first passengers to pass through the new turnstiles were people using wheelchairs, who are now able to use the station. Part of the $88 million renovation included finally making the station accessible to people with disabilities.
"We know one in five of our customers have a disability, so that’s a huge percentage," said Laura Brelsford of the MBTA. "So now finally, we’ve got a station that’s safe and easy to use."
Gov. Charlie Baker and Boston Mayor Marty Walsh were on hand to greet the passengers as they entered the station. Baker then made the official radio call to declare the Government Center station reopened.
Other changes include safety improvements and a system on the track to stop the squealing noise so many riders complain about.
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