Hello Everyone, News The 2019 City of Boston Municipal Election takes place on Tuesday, November 5. Polling locations will be open across the City from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m. There is no early voting for the Municipal Elections. If you will be away on Election Day, you can complete an Absentee Ballot. Not sure of your voter status? You can check your voter registration status on the state's website. Boston City Council At Large (Four Votes) Michael Flaherty, 1726 Columbia Rd (Present City Councilor At Large) Alejandra Nicole St. Guillen, 20 Chapin Ave Michelle Wu, 17 Augustus Ave (Present City Councilor At Large) Julia Meha, 48 Capen St Erin J. Murphy, 138 Msgr Patrick J. Lydon Way, #2 Althea Garrison, 47 Woodcliff St (Present City Councilor At Large) David Halbert, 37 Senator Bolling Cir Annissa Essaibi George, 32 Mayhew St (Present City Councilor At Large) Boston City Council District 9 (One Vote) Liz A. Breadon, 33 Champney St, #2 Craig R. Cashman, 11 Margo Rd The Question Is Not Binding: (Citywide) (Yes or No) Do you support the renaming/changing of the name of Dudley Square to Nubian Square? The comment period for 249 Corey Road ends on Friday, November 8, 2019. BPDA Project Description: A new four (4) Story building, with 35 residential units above a below-grade parking garage for 34 vehicles including ample bicycle storage, lush new landscaping, courtyard, patio, balcony and roof-decked open space. Including sidewalk improvements, pedestrian access and public realm upgrades. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/249-corey-road Email Contact: Lance.Campbell@Boston.Gov The comment period for J.J. Carroll Redevelopment (130 Chestnut Hill Avenue) ends on Friday, November 29, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Proposed Project includes the demolition of the existing buildings and construction of a new six-story, approximately 180,000 square feet 144 residential units, an approximately 11,000 square foot Program for All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) Center, and ground floor "Village Center". The Village Center will primarily be common space included in the residential square footage such as a multi-purpose room, Resident Service Coordinator offices, lobby, marketing/leasing office, and potentially a small resale shop and salon for residents. The ground floor will also contain approximately 1,200 square feet of commercial space, which is envisioned as a convenience store with fresh foods that would primarily serve the Proponent's staff, its residents and would also be open to the broader
community. Approximately 70 parking spaces are proposed -41 in a parking garage and 29 surface parking spaces. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/j-j-carroll-redevelopment Email Contact: Lance.Campbell@Boston.Gov The comment period for 449 Cambridge Street ends on Saturday, November 30, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Proponent proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/449-cambridge-street Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov The comment period for Allston Yards ends on Monday, December 9, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Allston Yards redevelopment will create a new neighborhood at the nexus of Allston, Brighton, and the new Boston Landing district. The Proponent intends to redevelop an existing approximately 10.6-acre Project Site with a mixed-use, transit-oriented development (“TOD”) consisting of residential, office, restaurant, fitness and retail uses, including a flagship grocery store, and a new approximately one-acre public open space (“Community Green”) to be activated with programming to enhance use and enjoyment, such as outdoor health and wellness events, public art exhibits, music concerts and holiday festivals. The Proposed Project has been refined significantly since the PNF filing in January 2018 based on feedback received from abutters, elected officials, BPDA staff, the Boston Civic Design Commission (“BCDC”), various state and city agencies, and the Impact Advisory Group (“IAG”). Key issues that were addressed through the redesign included: reduced building density and height (especially at the neighborhood edges to the east and south); explored a greater variety in building height for a more interesting skyline; reduced housing density and reevaluated office space given the growing demand in the area; increased the size of public open space and landscaped area; and improved connections to the Boston Landing MBTA commuter rail station. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/allston-yards Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov The comment period for 11 Faneuil Street ends on Tuesday, December 31, 2019. BPDA Project Description: The Project Site is comprised of approximately 19,530 square feet of underutilized commercial land. The Proposed Project includes the redevelopment of the Project Site by replacing the existing commercial facilities including a Meineke shop and The Bagman store with a new residential building, landscape design, vehicular and pedestrian access measures and associated improvements.City Realty (the “Proponent”)is proposing a new residential
development that is approximately 43,820 gross square feet in size and includes forty-one (41) residential condominium units. The Proposed Project will also include fifty-one (51) associated parking spaces and a bike room with space for fifty-two (52) bicycles at the ground level. http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/11-faneuil-street Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Allston Brighton – Boston College Community Fund Fall 2019 The $3,000 Project Grant Application is now available on our website. The deadline is Thursday, November 7, 2019 no later than 5:00 pm Applications now open for Spring 2020 Allston-Brighton Community Scholarships Ed Portal members and Allston-Brighton residents—who are at least 18 years old—are eligible to apply for scholarships for any one, 4-credit course at the Harvard Extension School for noncredit, undergraduate, or graduate credit. In addition to an application, each applicant is required to submit a one-page personal statement describing his or her involvement in the Allston-Brighton community. Recipients are selected by the Allston Civic Association scholarship committee through an anonymous application process. Scholarships cover the cost of tuition for one course. Scholarship Details Application Deadline: November 8 by 5:00pm to the Harvard Ed Portal. Offered for: Spring 2020. Eligible: Allston-Brighton residents—ages 18 and older. Where: Harvard Extension School, Cambridge, MA Cost: The scholarship covers the cost of full tuition for one course. Find an application here: https://edportal.harvard.edu/allston-brighton-community-scholarship Ceramics Community Scholarship – Applications now open for Spring 2020 The Harvard Ed Portal and the Ceramics Program, Office for the Arts at Harvard are proud to offer one joint scholarship for a 8–10 week course at the Ceramics Studio for Spring 2020. Any Allston-Brighton resident age 18+ is eligible to apply, and no prior ceramics experience is needed. The scholarship covers the cost of registration and materials for one course. The recipient is responsible for payment of a $40 registration fee. Scholarship Details Application Deadline: November 8 by 5:00pm Eligible: Allston-Brighton residents and Ed Portal Members—ages 18 and older. Cost: The scholarship covers the cost of registration and materials for one course. The scholarship recipient is responsible for payment of a $40 registration fee. To find an application, visit here: https://edportal.harvard.edu/ceramics-community-scholarship Applications are requested for the 12th round of grant awards for the Harvard Allston Partnership Fund (HAPF). A total of $100,000 is available in one-year grants to communitybased organizations that provide programs and services to residents of Allston-Brighton. The Harvard Allston Partnership Fund was created by Harvard and the City of Boston, in collaboration with the Allston-Brighton community, to support neighborhood improvement projects, cultural enrichment, and educational programming in North Allston-Brighton.
Application deadline: November 8 by 5:00pm to the Ed Portal More information can be found HERE. Veronica B. Smith Multi-Service Senior Center, “Senior Spotlight” (November and December 2019) https://container.parishesonline.com/bulletins/06/5070/20191101N.pdf Harvard Ed Portal’s Economic Development November Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/harvard/november19?e=3d77edabe9 November Happenings at Harvard https://mailchi.mp/harvard/nov19-happenings-at-harvard-1036887?e=3d77edabe9 Boston College Neighborhood Center Newsletter – October/November 2019 https://mailchi.mp/23dde0a9e69e/bcnc-newsletter-octnov2019?e=504de48dfa Articles Boston public schools lose ground on national exam (James Vaznis, Boston Globe: October 30, 2019) https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2019/10/30/boston-schools-lose-ground-nationalexam/OGGj1hGQaqHxFjvufABs0O/story.html A neighborhood focus in Allston-Brighton council race (Milton J. Valencia, Boston Globe: October 26, 2019) https://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2019/10/26/native-newcomer-allston-brighton-councilrace/ROxqL5jsNI4U52e8gm8KAP/story.html Real Estate Transactions of Interest (Greater or Equal to $1 Million) None Ongoing Programs CRIMESTOPPERS To report a crime anonymously: Call 1-800-494-TIPS, or text the word “TIP” to CRIME (27463) (messaging and data rates may apply) Boston Gun Buyback Program Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 am Residents may drop off their working firearms and receive a $200 Visa gift card. Those who do not wish to deliver the firearms during those hours or at the station can call and arrange a pickup. Boston Police Dept D-14
301 Washington St, Brighton For more information, call 617-343-4260 www.bpdnews.com/district-d-14 “What’s In Your Medicine Cabinet?” Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal at the medical collection kiosk in the lobby of Boston Police Dept D-14 301 Washington St, Brighton Disposal is free, anonymous and is available 24/7 Car Seat Installation Boston Police Department District 14 Free Boston Police Department D-14 Community Service Office 301 Washington St, Brighton 617-343-4376 Ongoing Events WGBH One Guest St, Brighton 617-300-5400 Check out the hottest events around town and at our studios. All ticket purchases support WGBH http://www.wgbh.org/events/ American Legion Veteran Service Officer Tuesday afternoons from 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm By walk-in or appointment. Call Paul at (617) 909-0207 American Legion service officers provide expert assistance, free of charge, to all veterans and their families. While the majority of work involves application for VA disability benefits, these compassionate professionals also provide information, referrals and resources on education, employment and business, death benefits and other important topics. Brighton Marine Health Center First Floor, Building 2 77 Warren St, Brighton On View at both the Faneuil Library and the Brighton Library through Sat., Jan. 11th 2020 ABOUT THE BOOK Beyond the Book XI OPENING RECEPTION Saturday, November 9, 2019, 11:30 am.–1:30 pm.
An Exhibition of Artist's Books and Book-Related Art Inspired by Books Beyond the Book has been presenting exhibitions of book art in the greater Boston area since 2006. This upcoming exhibition will feature artist's books about books—book art inspired by a favorite novel, a book of poetry, an author, a library. The exhibition will feature over 100 works of art by over 30 artists from around New England as well as the work of artists in New York, Texas — and even Belgium! This exhibition is a joint effort involving both the Faneuil and Brighton Branches of the Boston Public Library. Works are distributed between the two branches. Faneuil Branch Library, 419 Faneuil St, Oak Square, Brighton Brighton Branch Library, 40 Academy Hill Rd., Brighton Center, Brighton Events Boston Licensing Board Wednesday, November 6, 2019 @ 10:00 am 1. The Scoop N Scootery #2, LLC D/B/A: The Scoop N Scootery 77 Linden St Allston, MA 02134 License #: LB-413600 Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above - First floor service, and prep area, with a basement. Manager: Austin Crittenden Hours of Operation: 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Room 809A, 8th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Jasmin.Winn@Boston.Gov Boston Civic Design Commission Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Report from Review Committee Summary report on projects followed by vote to review later in the meeting 5:18 – 5:20: 449 Cambridge Street, Allston Presentation to the Commission 5:50 – 6:20: 449 Cambridge Street, Allston Two multi-family residential buildings Report from Design Committee Votes
8:00 – 8:20: Allston Square, Allston Room 900, 9th Floor Boston City Hall Email Contact: Elizabeth.A.Stifel@Boston.Gov Community Meeting: Smith Park, Phase 2 Improvements Boston Parks & Recreation Wednesday, November 6, 2019 @ 6:30 pm Please join us for the first in a series of community meetings. We look forward to reviewing the master plan program for Phase 2 and hearing what you have to say about the ballfields. For more information, please call Cathy Baker-Eclipse at the Boston Parks and Recreation Department (617) 961-3058 or email cathy.baker-eclipse@boston.gov Josephine Fiorentino Community Center 123 Antwerp St, Brighton Harvard University Neighborhood Coffee Hour Government Affairs & Community Relations at Harvard University Thursday, November 7, 2019, 8:00 am – 9:00 am The Neighborhood Coffee Hour gives residents a unique opportunity to speak directly with Government Affairs & Community Relations and staff from Harvard University about Allston/Brighton Planning & Development and the new community and campus that will be built. Areas of discussion could include institutional, the Enterprise Resource Campus, Beacon Park Yards, other Harvard Allston/Brighton holdings and current and future community benefits (products & services). All participants will enjoy coffee and breakfast treats. Swissbäkers 168 Western Ave, Allston The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Scoping Document for the Allston I-90 Multimodal Project MassDOT, Federal Highway Administration Thursday, November 7, 2019, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm The purpose of this public information meeting, conducted by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and participated in by MassDOT as the project proponent, is to provide members of the community with an opportunity to become fully acquainted with the Scoping Report for the I-90 Allston Multimodal Project. The meeting will introduce attendees to the contents of the Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) Scoping Report, provide an overview of the ongoing federal environmental permitting process for the I-90 Allston project, and outline the process for members of the public to comment on the report document. The public information meeting will kick off a 30-day comment period. Instructions on how to submit comments to FHWA and MassDOT will be provided at the meeting Brighton High School 25 Warren St, Brighton
Brighton Allston Improvement Association Monthly Meeting Thursday, November 7, 2019 @7:00 pm Brighton Elks Lodge 326 Washington St, Brighton Check their Facebook page for meeting confirmation and agenda: https://www.facebook.com/BAIAonline Peace Begins With Me The Women’s Table Saturday, November 9, 2019, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm “Peace Begins with Me” is a day of relaxation, renewal and rest! This is the fifth year we’ve hosted this event. This day-long program features self-care approaches for mothers and caregivers. Options include: head and neck massage, breathing and relaxation exercises, yoga for all levels, meditative coloring and Zentangle – providing mothers and caregivers the opportunity to “just be” for a day! We’re offering this day at no charge, and includes a light breakfast and nourishing lunch. To register, contact Mary Rita Weschler, CSJA at: 617-746-2056 or maryrita.weschler@csjboston.org Registration deadline: November 1, 2019. Space is limited – so register early! For more information visit: Women's Table Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse 637 Cambridge St, Brighton, MA Book Sale Friends of the Honan Allston Library Saturday, November 9, 2019, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Large selection of books, CDs and DVDs All Children’s Books Are Free!! All proceeds directly benefit this branch Honan-Allston Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston Homebuying 101 CrossCountry Mortgage, Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation, Boston Home Center Saturday, November 9, 2019, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm Saturday, November 16, 2019, 11:00 am – 3:30 pm Registration for the class is $50 per person. By registering for the class you are registering for all 2 sessions. You must attend all 2 sessions in order to receive your certificate of completion. By taking this class you also have access to unlimited one-on-one coaching sessions at Allston Brighton CDC to assist you through your personal homebuying experience. Homebuying 101 takes you through the entire home buying process from beginning to end. You will receive expert advice on everything you need to know from trusted real estate professionals as we take you through each step of the process. This class is for
anyone who is interested in buying their first home, whether you are already in the midst of the process or just starting to think about homeownership. By taking Homebuying 101 with Allston Brighton CDC, you can receive access to firsttime homebuyer loans with low interest rates and low down payment requirements. The certificate you receive from completing the course is also required for down payment or closing cost assistance programs that may be offered in the city or town in which you are buying. Boston Residents: choose the City of Boston option when purchasing your tickets for a $25 discount! Register Here Harvard iLab 125 Western Ave, Allston Opening of New Exhibit: The 50th Anniversary of the Brighton-Allston Historical Society (BAHS) Saturday, November 9, 2019, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm An exhibit that celebrates the proud history of our organization, based on the popular event held last year. Join us for the opening reception! Brighton Allston Heritage Museum 20 Chestnut Hill Ave., Brighton Center Feeling Good: Broadway, Swing and Much More with Carol O’Shaughnessy Saturday, November 9, 2019, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm Feeling Good: Broadway, Swing and Much More Wonderful Music from the Great American Songbook sung by Carol O'Shaughnessy, one of New England's finest cabaret artists. Join us for an afternoon of great American music! All are welcome! Brighton Branch Library 40 Academy Hill Rd, Brighton 617-782-6032 Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton Luncheon Meeting Tuesday, November 12, 2019 @ 12:00 pm Bi-monthly membership meeting. The Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton, founded in 1978, works to build our local community and to build enjoyable and rewarding relationships among its members. The Kiwanis Club of Allston-Brighton’s goal is to assist local children by raising funds for worthy causes that improve the lives of youngsters in our community. For membership information, please contact Bill Margolin. Stockyard Restaurant 135 Market St, Brighton Email Contact: Bill Margolin (wehbgclub@aol.com) All Bright Night 2019 Allston Brighton Community Development Corporation (ABCDC) Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join us at our annual All Bright Night Event! Come together with neighbors, connect with partners in the community and celebrate the neighborhood with ABCDC. Throughout the night enjoy: • Views of WGBH state-of-the-art facility • Delicious food from Bakers’ Best Catering • Silent and live action items for bid • Live music from Brighton resident Tyler Riccardi Tickets are limited so don’t delay! Buy Tix Now for only $50 Sponsor All Bright Night Volunteer at All Bright Night WGBH Studios 1 Guest St, Brighton 57 Readers & Writers Presents “Music” Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm The 57 Readers & Writers group presents "Music," an evening of original stories and song. Named for the 57 bus route, this group writes on a selected topic and presents to the community. Don't worry, there are not 57 readers performing! Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton Allston Yards Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Proponent has filed their PDA filing and has responded to comments that were received. This meeting will be their first presentation of both. *Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, Impact Advisory Group (IAG) members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Franciscan Children's Hospital Chamberlain Conference Room 30 Warren Street, Brighton Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Allston Multimodal Project Task Force Public Meeting MassDOT Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Josephine A Fiorentino Community Center (Charlesview) 123 Antwerp St, Brighton Allston Construction Mitigation Subcommittee Meeting Wednesday, November 13, 2019 @ 6:00 pm All are welcome. New topics can and should be raised.
Honan Allston Branch Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston Email Contact: Ed Kotomori (kotonjl@aol.com) Open House – the TRACK at new balance The TRACK at new balance, Warrior Ice Arena, Boston Landing Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join the TRACK at new balance & NB Development Group to see a first look at the state of the art sports and event venue coming to Boston Landing in Brighton, MA. We will unveil our latest and greatest renderings, floor plans, as well as building specifications for the first time since the project began. Come take a look at the future of sports & events that will be the TRACK at new balance. Food and beverages will be served. Parking available in the Warrior Ice Arena garage at 90 Guest Street Warrior Ice Arena 3rd Floor Rink Concourse 90 Guest Street, Brighton 02135 Allston Brighton Substance Abuse Task Force (ABSATF) Member Meeting Thursday, November 14, 2019, 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm The agenda will include: Updates on Grant Awards for FY 20 Review of Selected Prevention Strategies for FY 20 Learn Ways to get involved! Please RSVP. Josephine A Fiorentino Community Center (Charlesview) 123 Antwerp St, Brighton Email Contact: Helen Connolly (Helen.Connolly@steward.org) Introduction to Home Canning: Mulled Cider Jelly Friends of the Faneuil Branch Library Saturday, November 16, 2019, 11:00 am. –1:00 pm. Join us for a talk on the basics of canning and preserving at home. Afton Cyrus of Jam Sessions (and a Test Cook at America’s Test Kitchen!) will walk you through the process of making mulled cider jelly from start to finish. Learn about the equipment you need and food safety basics, too. Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton First Annual Kiwanis Derby Allston/Brighton Kiwanis Club Saturday, November 16, 2019, 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm Be our guest at the Kiwanis Derby for an opportunity to help us raise funds that directly benefit children in the Allston/Brighton community. Each year our fundraising efforts are pooled to provide grants to organizations that help the children of our neighborhood, such as YMCA summer camp scholarships, Boston Police Athletics sports programs, after school tutoring
programs, Kennedy Day School, and a multitude of other local organizations that work directly with children. The Kiwanis Derby will be a fun evening event of five horse races (10 horses in each race) with derby inspired fare at Porter Belly’s Pub. We invite you to attend and help us support the children of Allston/Brighton! Tickets will be available for sale at the door for $20. Porter Belly’s Pub 338 Washington St, Brighton www.KiwanisDerby2019.com www.KiwanisDerbySponsor.com Richard Miller in Concert; A Rhythmic History of Brazilian Music Friends of the Faneuil Library Tuesday, November 19, 2019 @ 6:00 pm. Richard Miller explores the richly expressive sounds of the nylon string with a repertoire that includes classical guitar, Brazilian and Latin American styles and American jazz. Miller earned a Ph.D. in music theory from Catholic University of America and a Master of Music degree in guitar performance from the Manhattan School of University, and published his book The Guitar in the Brazilian Choro in Music. He taught theory and guitar at Georgetown University and Columbia 2014. Miller currently lives in Los Angeles but came to Boston to visit our own FOFL Board member Maria Rodrigues, a childhood friend. Miller has generously agreed to extend his stay to share his music with the patrons of the Faneuil Library. Faneuil Branch Library 419 Faneuil St, Brighton 449 Cambridge Street Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm The Proponent, Anchorline Partners, proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. *Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, Impact Advisory Group (IAG) members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Jackson Mann Community Center 500 Cambridge Street, Allston
Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov 449 Cambridge Street Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Tuesday, November 19, 2019, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm The Proponent, Anchorline Partners, proposes to construct two, independent, multi-family residential buildings, one at each parcel. The Cambridge Street building would have seven floors and a gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 131,000 sf, with approximately 127 dwelling units, approximately 2,400 sf of retail / restaurant / services space, and approximately 80 accessory parking spaces. The Emery Road building would also have seven floors, a GFA of approximately 33,000 sf, approximately 39 dwelling units, and no on-site parking. The Proposed Project would be subject to the Mayor’s Executive Order regarding inclusionary affordable housing, dated February 29, 2000, as amended, as well as the Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA’s) Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). The Proponent plans to set aside thirteen percent (13%) of the approximately 166 dwelling units proposed at the Site as IDP units, for a total of twenty-two (21.58) on-site, affordable housing units. Jackson Mann Community Center 500 Cambridge Street, Allston Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Allston Civic Association Monthly Meeting Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm Honan-Allston Library 300 North Harvard St, Allston 617-787-6313 Anthony D’Isidoro, President Website: www.allstoncivicassociation.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/AllstonCivicAssociation (Please like and follow our page) Shattered By Addiction Wednesday, November 20, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Former NHL player, Kevin Stevens was on top of the world in 1993 having won two Stanley Cup Championships with the Pittsburgh Penguins. A horrific injury and some poor decisions sent his life spiraling downwards in a two decades- long battle of addiction. If you or someone you care about is struggling with addiction, please join us for this informative, FREE EVENT. Meet Kevin and see the video that captures it all and how friends and family have helped him rebuild his life in sobriety, piece by piece. Following the film you’ll have the opportunity to ask questions of Kevin and an experienced panel of experts including addiction medicine physicians Dr. Michael Hamrock and Dr. Fariba Miryousa, sports medicine physician Dr. Thomas Gill, Maryanne Frangules, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery, and Helen Connolly, Director of the Allston Brighton Substance Abuse Task Force. To Register: www.Semc-shattered.eventbrite.com Space is limited so register today.
Seton Auditorium St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center 736 Cambridge St, Brighton McKinney Playground Community Meeting Boston Parks & Recreation Department Wednesday, November 20, 2019 @ 6:30 pm We invite Brighton neighbors and McKinney Playground users to provide feedback on proposed designs for the park. Please join us for the first in a series of community meetings. We look forward to sharing project scope, including timeline and hearing what you have to say! St. Columbkille Partnership School 25 Arlington St, Brighton Boston Water & Sewer Commission A Boston Water and Sewer Community Services Department representative will be available: Thursday, November 21, 2019, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm Allston Brighton Child & Family Service Center 400 Cambridge St, Allston Come meet with Boston Water and Sewer staff in your neighborhood and learn why it’s important not to dump into catch basins. You can also pay your water bill with a check or money order, talk about billing or service problems, and more. Allston/Brighton Construction Projects: http://bwsc.org/PROJECTS/Construction/lookup/lookup.asp?NBHood=ALBR Allston Yards Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Thursday, November 21, 2019, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm The Proponent intends to redevelop an existing approximately 10.6-acre Project Site with a mixed-use, transit-oriented development consisting of residential, office, restaurant, fitness and retail uses, including a flagship grocery store, and a new approximately one-acre public open space to be activated with programming to enhance use and enjoyment, public art exhibits, music concerts and holiday festivals. The Proposed Project has been refined significantly since the PNF filing in January 2018 based on feedback received from abutters, elected officials, BPDA staff, the Boston Civic Design Commission, various state and city agencies, and the Impact Advisory Group. The Proponent has filed their PDA and Response to Comments which will be addressed at this meeting. WGBH Theatre One Guest Street, Brighton Email Contact: Michael.A.Sinatra@Boston.Gov Common Allbright (525 Lincoln Street) Impact Advisory Group Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Third meeting of the Impact Advisory Group (IAG) for the proposed Common Allbright project
at 525 Lincoln Street. Please note that the purpose of this meeting is different than that of a traditional community meeting. As part of the development review process, IAG members work closely with BPDA staff to identify the impacts of a project and recommend appropriate community benefits to offset those impacts. IAG meetings prioritize discussion between the project proponent (i.e. the developer) and IAG members. Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center 123 Antwerp Street, Brighton Email Contact: Aisling.Kerr@Boston.Gov Allston-Brighton Mobility Study Public Meeting Boston Planning & Development Agency Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Agenda TBD Location TBD Email Contact: John.Read@Boston.Gov __________________________________________________________________________ Tony D’Isidoro P.S. Feel Free To Forward To Other Interested Individuals, Groups & Organizations To ensure you receive future Allston-Brighton Community Notes e-mails, simply add to your address book: anthonydisidoro@msn.com If you no longer wish to receive weekly e-mail updates from Allston-Brighton Community Notes, include the word “Remove” in the Subject field and simply email: anthonydisidoro@msn.com If you've changed your email address or you want to be added to the email list, include your new email address in the body and the word “Update” in the subject field and simply email: anthonydisidoro@msn.com