Back Bay Station is horribly polluted with diesel fumes, especially during rush hour. This carcinogenic pollution is putting the health of hundreds of thousands of commuters and travelers at risk.

The MBTA has responded by saying it is too expensive to install the necessary ventilation systems to improve the air quality. How can a dollar value be compared to the health of the citizens of Massachusetts and the visitors to our state? This has been a known issue for years and the city has taken zero action. There is no way that Mayor Marty Walsh is unaware of this issue. There is no excuse for his inaction on this serious public health issue.

I work as a software engineer in Back Bay and I commute to this station every day of the week. The fog of diesel fumes is often so bad that it actually burns your eyes and lungs. I fear for my fellow commuters and my own health and longevity if this issue is not resolved as soon as possible.