Boston Tightens Security At Public Spaces

In the aftermath of the Sept. 11th terrorist attacks, Boston is tightening security at public spaces. A look at how the world of security and high density design mix.

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October 16, 2001, 9:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

"Public spaces and office building lobbies in Boston have been closed or heavily restricted since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, and urban planning may have to begin incorporating security concerns... Major government buildings in Boston recently limited access to one entrance, including the Statehouse and City Hall, to allow security personnel to monitor crowds."

Thanks to Timothy Thompson, AICP

FULL STORY: Security at public spaces, building lobbies in Boston tightened

Monday, October 15, 2001 in Concord Monitor

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