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Condon is Tucker’s Kingdom
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V and movie star Jonathan Tucker can add “kid whisperer” to his impressive resume. The kids at the Condon Community Center Wednesday afternoon loved him! Peggy Rose, his Boston-based publicist who arranged the visit, said he is the consummate professional. “He’s gracious, kind, funny,” she said. “He can talk to anyone.” He even rescheduled his flight back to LA so he could spend more time with the kids. “That says a lot,” Peggy said. Tucker, as he likes to be called, had been in town shooting a cover
feature for InBoston Magazine. Tucker grew up in Charlestown; he believes in giving back by visiting places like Boys and Girls Clubs and the Condon because he sees what the programs mean to the kids and the impact they have. Tucker has starred in “Kingdom,” “Westworld,” and “City on a Hill,” among many other TV shows and movies. Tucker spent time with the kids and staff in the gymnasium before they all headed to the cafeteria for dinner (provided by Route 1 Grill House) and cake.
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Friendship Celebrated for Valentine’s Day By Carol Masshardt
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egardless of gender, age, background or ethnicity, there seems to be a universal pleasure in talking about friendship. It makes sense given that research has shown again and again that having a friend improves mental and physical health. In a culture enamored with a focus on romantic love, friendship is less the focus but a special and steadfast kind of love. Reflecting a popular trend, f lorists and restaurants are pitching to a broader concept of people to honor as having special meaning in our lives. The history of Valentine’s Day is believed to echo back to about 500AD when it became part of the liturgical calendar for the Catholic religion commemorating martyred saints named Valentine. From that point, legends abound with the symbolism of fertility,
and on to Chaucer and romance depicted in poems and songs. It ceased to be a religious day in 1969 but has nonetheless held a place in contemporary culture. It is morphing to behold the best of who people can be to each other. From age 8 ½ to 84, South Boston weighed in easily on thoughts of friendship. Here are some comments shared with seriousness and joy:
Elise, age 8 ½:
“It is important to have a friend, so you won’t be lonely or sad. I have a lot of friends and it is much more fun.”
Elise and Kate included and that’s what friends do.”
Kate, age 9: “It’s important. The way you can be a friend is to include someone, so they aren’t lonely. I have a best friend, and other friends and then new friends, too. It’s sad if people don’t feel
Sky, age 17:
“I have a best friend named Danyla. I think it is mostly important because you need someone you can pour your heart out to, and then just
hang out and have fun. It’s good to have someone by your side, and you can talk to about anything, literally. Boyfriends and girlfriends can come and go, but a friend is lasting. I try to be a good friend and I take it seriously.” Continued on Page 2
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Kasie, age 31:
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Thanos, age 28:
“I have a big circle of friends in Greece, where I come from. Some I knew since I was in sixth grade. It is unconditional and a different kind of bond. You can talk in times of need. In romantic love, there are constraints and expectations, and in the bond of friendship there is give and take, too, but it’s different. I can talk to a friend I haven’t seen in awhile and just start talking right away, and we rely on each other.”
Megan, age 26
“I work right here with Destiny who I consider my best friend. I didn’t have friends growing up. It is nice to have someone to talk to who is loyal. That’s a good friend. I know I can trust and laugh with her. Destiny: “Megan has razzle -dazzle in life. I have it a little but not like her. I’m getting there and she makes me laugh!”
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“Having a best friend is important to me because it is like family, but we can talk about anything, and I go to her when I need reassurance. My best friend is Kelli, and actress in New York City. We met in kindergarten. She’s more of an extrovert and I have a dryer sense of humor, so we are different. She says I bring her reality and she makes me laugh. The distance doesn’t matter. We didn’t go to the same schools or colleges but every time we get together its like being kids again.” Michael, age 37: “Friendship is about support. It’s an emotional thing. Having someone to talk to and who can understand. My best friend is Brian. My mother and his mother were best friends, and we were born a month apart, so that’s how long it’s been. He sticks by me and is my roommate, too, and we have the same hobbies. The thing about a romantic relationship is that it can be here today and gone tomorrow, but friendship is more solid. It’s been 37 years now that I have had him as friend, and I don’t doubt that it goes all my life.”
Maura, age 43:
“I have many friends, but I would say my sister, Kara, is my best friend. Yes, it is important every step of the
South Boston Hearts and Flowers way. It enriches life and makes it easier to get through life. We are alike but also different and that is good. She is older and wiser, but we give each other perspective. Friendship is lasting and a special, reliable communication.”
Julio, 45
“We all need people for different reasons. For me it is about trust and respect. Love doesn’t have to include intimate physically. It is someone you have an understanding with. It doesn’t matter what background, rich or poor or anything superficial, but it is a quality of being known. I work with plants and it’s the same with people. Your heart grows, and joy comes with something you love and care for. Friendships don’t have to be many but a deep quality. “
Kim, 53
Megan and Destiny
I have two best friends, Erin and Gina. Gina dates to college. A good friend changes life for the better. You can pick up the phone anytime. I think it is good to focus on friendships all through life. Sometimes, even if you have a partner, that person
may not completely understand at a given time, and a friend brings something different.”
Gail, age 84
“Without friendship you are not living a life. Friends are not necessarily family, but chosen, and become like family. Trust is needed to be and have a friend because your real self is known. Sometimes you are judged but not criticized, and a real friend can point out something about you that you don’t see in yourself. A friend can be older, younger and many differences don’t matter, but you have to have the same sense of humor. I have two friends, Carol who lives here, and Roxanne, in New York. We know what we have been through and have “inside jokes” we refer to for many years. I can count on them and share pain and humor. Friendship really has a lot of the qualities of what a good long-term marriage can be. Good friends are forever, thankfully.” Happy Valentine’s South Boston friends! (The author can be reached at carolhardt@comcast.net)
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South Boston Citizens ‘Association Announces Henry Knox Unsung Hero Award Winnters
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BCA President Tom McGrath and Executive Board are pleased to announce that on Saturday, March, 2nd, 2024, at the Kickoff Breakfast, The Henry Knox Award Presentation will take place at the Seapoint Restaurant, 367 East 8th Street, at 10AM. Fa m i ly, Friend s a nd Neighbors are respectfully invited to attend this wonderful event. A $15.00 donation is requested at door to help off-set costs. This year’s event will once again feature great music of Bob Fowkes and Curragh’s Fancy and be catered once again by Deja Brew. The event Chairman, once again will be South Boston’s own State representative David Biele,
who continues to lead the fight to preserve the historical importance of Evacuation Day while serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. “As president of the Association, it is an honor for me to work with Dave to kick-off the festivities. Dave’s commitment and involvement with the SBCA and our community has been a tremendous asset to me and the Executive Board.” Said McGrath. The awards are pr e s e nt e d to ever yday volunteers in the community who seek no recognition, Who are considered who are considered “Unsung Heroes”, kicks off the month-long celebration for one of the most important events in American history.
This year’s recipients are BPD Officer Billy Connor, Jay Arthur, Shannon Maloney, Anne Marie Adduci and Billy Allen. We w ill have more info on recipients next week Tom McGrath, President of the SBCA, said “It is an honor to recognize these
individuals who dedicate their time and energy to the South Boston Community. I hope the community will join me and others on Saturday, March, 2rd to honor these men and women.” Tickets are available at the door for a 15.00 donation. Doors open at 9:30A M.
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Star Power at the Condon Community Center TV and movie star Jonathan Tucker can add “kid whisperer” to his impressive resume. The kids at the Condon Community Center Wednesday afternoon loved him! Peggy Rose, his Boston-based publicist who arranged the visit, said he is the consummate professional. “He’s gracious, kind, funny,” she said. “He can talk to anyone.”
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Save the Harbor/Save the Bay Embarks upon 2024 by Rick Winterson
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ver the years, South Boston Online has been privileged to have a series of meetings with an organization called “Save the Harbor/Save the Bay” (SH/SB) – most recently, with its Executive Director, Chris Mancini. Chris succeeded Patty Foley, who retired as the SH/SB Executive Director in 2019. After Patty assumed the E.D. position in 2000, she played a very important part in the improvement of local beaches. Patty’s husband Bruce Berman, now the Lead Consultant for the Metropolitan Beaches Commission, was SH/SB’s Director of Communications and Strategy for 35 years. And Chris and his hard-working staff are pursuing the 2024 goals (and beyond) of SH/SB, which involve many beach events, including adapting our beaches to climate change and future weather damage. In fact, Chris views much of what he and SH/SB are doing as “Adaptation”. Two weeks ago, Chris held a mixer at the Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel to update the public about SH/SB’s activities during 2023 and its goals for 2024. His presentation was quite well received. The evening also included an announcement about SH/SB’s first major 2024 event: There’ll be a fundraising Kickoff called the “Shamrock Splash” on
Sunday, March 10, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Constitution Beach in East Boston. You’re invited to take part; contact SH/ SB to register. The funds raised will benefit SH/SB’s Better Beaches Grant Program throughout 2024. SH/SB is a highly active organization. Its headquarters, offices, and staff are located on South Boston’s Fish Pier, along with many of the activities it sponsors. SH/ SB is in its 38th year of service to communities in Boston and Vicinity with ocean shorelines and a dozen beaches of their own. In South Boston, these include Pleasure Bay (the “lagoon”), M Street Beach, and Carson Beach. The 12 total beaches overseen by SH/SB stretch both north and south of Boston for several miles. Like WBZ Radio’s Nelson Bragg used to exclaim many years ago, “We’re known from coast to coast – Nahant to Nantasket!” Some numbers will give a quick but impressive picture of SH/ SB’s 2024 goals this year. When the weather for beach-going improves as 2024 unfolds, upwards of 20,000 community members will take part in SH/SB events and programs on the region’s public beaches, in Boston Harbor, and out to the Harbor Islands. All of these will be free, diverse, and accessible. Boat trips, cultural and fitness events, and gala beach parties are only a partial list of everything that SH/SB is sponsoring this spring, summer, and fall of 2024.
There’s an “atmosphere” to what goes on in SH/SB during 2024. Each activity will be educational and diverse. Several hundred folks will spend a day on the water simply “learning how to fish”. Assisting with this year’s SH/SB events will gainfully employ many high school and college students. They ‘ll connect youth from 200+ community groups and create a new generation of public stewards, who will then focus themselves on
biodiversity and climate change issues. And overall, the activities sponsored by SH/SB will attract nearly a million (1,000,000) guests and spectators – all of them enjoying the best, cleanest public beaches anywhere in America. So we’ll mention the “Shamrock Splash” again, on Constitution Beach at “High Noon”, Sunday, March 10. And stay tuned for all of the 2024 SH/SB events on the 12 beaches of Boston and Vicinity.
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Outdoor Dining Program Returns May 1st
ppl ic at ion s a re open for the 2024 season of Boston’s Outdoor Dining Program. The current, post-pandemic program was designed in partnership with the Office of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion (OEOI), the Streets Cabinet, and the Disabilities Commission to provide a predictable, streamlined process for business owners while addressing accessibility and quality of life issues for residents. To assist restaurant owners, this year’s rollout will include new features such as outdoor dining consultations, accessible design templates, realtime application tracking, office hours, site visits, and an option to apply separately for annual license renewals. The online application portal opened today,
with approved business owners able to begin outdoor dining on May 1. “Boston’s outdoor dining program reimagines how we can best use our streets, while set t ing clea r requ irement s a rou nd acce ssibi lit y,” sa id Mayor Michelle Wu. “This year, we’re making it easier for new and previously approved businesses to take part in the program, creating spaces to gather together and enjoy the cuisine of our small businesses.” “Our restaurateurs ref lect the diversity and talent of our city’s residents, so we’re thrilled to continue outdoor dining for another year to keep our small businesses thriving,” said Segun Idowu, Chief of Economic Opportunit y and Inclusion. “This season will build on what
we’ve learned over the last few years of outdoor dining in our city, solidif ying Boston as a summer food destination for residents and visitors alike.” A s announced with the program last year, all approved businesses pa r ticipating in outdoor dining will be required to pay $399 per month if they have a liquor license and $199 per month if they do not. The City will have a streamlined application process for returning applicants whose patio designs were approved la st yea r. In 2020, the Outdoor Dining Pilot Program was created under temporary state legislation as a business relief response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The City listened to residents’ concerns regarding accessibility, noise, and public safety concerns to create the requirements of the current program. The outdoor dining program requires businesses to submit site plans drawn by a registered architect or engineer for outdoor dining setups on the street and sidewalk. Applicants must fulfill certain design requirements around accessibility, regarding sidewalk width, space for pedestrians, and space between any neighboring patios. More details can be found in the 2024 outdoor dining progra m application guide. In 2023, due to reasons
including the North End ’s high density of restaurants and foot traffic, narrow streets and sidewa lk s, resident park ing scarcit y, and other related considerations, the City issued permits in the neighborhood for compliant sidewalk patios, but did not issue permits for on-street outdoor dining. In 2024, the City intends to continue those policies in the North End and may craft additional neighborhood-specific guidelines a s t he progra m adva nces. “The city’s outdoor dining progra m wa s a n inva luable lifeline to u s during t he pandemic that continues to be immensely helpful to our business and positively received by our guests,” said Jefferson Macklin, a partner and business ma nager of Traveler Street Hospita lit y, which oversees multiple locations in the South End. “We look for ward to continuing with the program as a critica l component of ou r bu si ne s s - hopef u l ly for ma ny yea rs to come.” Closing hours for outdoor dining are 9:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday (with patrons off the premises by 10:00 p.m.); and 10:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday (with patrons off the premises by 11:00 p.m.). The 2024 outdoor dining season will run through October 31.
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Boston Receives More than $47 Million to Support Homelessness Boston receives more than $47 million to support the City and its partners to provide housing and services to individuals and households experiencing homelessness
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he City of Boston has received more than $47 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support nonprofit organizations providing services to individuals experiencing homelessness. This award represents the City’s largest ever Continuum of Care award. The funds will be distributed among 18 nonprofit organizations that provide critical services and support to Boston’s unhoused residents and advance Mayor Wu’s goals to end homelessness in the City. The funding is made available through the HUD’s annual Continuum of Care awards, a grant program coordinated by the Mayor’s Office of Housing (MOH). Over the last nine years, MOH has grown the funding the City receives from this grant by more than 111 percent, from $22.6 million in 2015 to $47.7 million this year, as a result of their competitive application and demonstrated ability to deliver results in collaboration with partner agencies. “Boston residents and families in every neighborhood deserve the opportunity to reside in secure, stable, and affordable housing,” said Mayor Michelle Wu. “In our ongoing commitment to make Boston a city where everyone has a home, the Continuum of Care grants from HUD play a vital role in assisting organizations dedicated to providing essential services and support for our unhoused residents. I extend my gratitude to HUD Secretary Fudge and the entire Massachusetts Congressional delegation for securing the City of Boston’s largest Continuum of Care award to date and for their unwavering support as we collaboratively strive to eradicate homelessness in our city.” The City will allocate
this federal HUD funding to organizations that offer a range of services and supports including housing search, the creation of housing for people experiencing long-term homelessness, rapid re-housing funds, and stabilization services to allow newly housed families and long-term-homeless individuals to receive the support they need to succeed. In total, this $47 million award will continue to provide crucial support for nearly 1,900 homeless and formerly homeless households, offering tailored services to help them obtain and maintain permanent housing. Four new programs sponsored by three providers received funding through this year’s award. Hildebrand Family Self-Help, Inc. will receive funding to create a permanent supportive housing program with wrap-around services for Boston families experiencing long-term homelessness. Justice 4 Housing will create a new program to swiftly serve survivors of domestic violence with safe housing and case management. Victory Programs will fund two new projects that will serve survivors of gender-based violence and LGBTQ+ youth, ages 18 - 24. “This funding will provide more than $47 million to homeless service providers throughout Boston who provide crucial resources in the fight to prevent and end homelessness,” said HUD New England Regional Administrator Juana Matias. “We will continue to work together with our Continuum of Care partners to find solutions that ensure every Bostonian has a safe place to call home.” Given that Hildebrand is on the frontlines of providing emergency shelter, this funding allows us to add 12 permanent supportive housing units for children and families currently unhoused.” our commitment to addressing critical needs to include survivors of gender-based violence and LGBTQ+ youth,” said Sarah Porter, Executive Director of Victory Programs. Mayor Wu has made ending homelessness a priority. Boston offers
services to homeless individuals by offering wraparound services to those who require the additional level of care. Chronically homeless individuals have barriers that create challenges to remaining housed. These barriers can include physical disabilities, substance use disorders, and mental health challenges. As part of Boston’s plan, the City is committed to a “housing first” approach to homelessness which is based on the belief that everyone should have access to permanent
housing. In 2023, Boston housed 2,220 people experiencing homelessness, including 463 family households and 901 adult individuals. Among those are 119 unaccompanied youth and young adults as well as 157 veterans. Last fall, a dozen City departments and partner agencies transformed how the City cares for unsheltered constituents impacted by substance use disorder, homelessness, and untreated mental illness, with a focus on the ‘Mass and Cass’ / Newmarket neighborhood.
Super Bowl Contest
Hey, South Boston, get ready for some football fun with our Super Bowl Prediction Contest! As the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers prepare to face off, here’s your chance to showcase your sports expertise and win a $50 gift card! All you need to do is predict the Super Bowl winner, the MVP, and total points scored. To enter, your predictions visit our South Boston Online Facebook Page or Email us at Mail@ Southbostononline.com. The person with the closest predictions will win!
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Celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2024
rom January 29th to February 2nd, the students, families, friends, teachers and staff at South Boston Catholic Academy celebrated a special week...”Catholic Schools Week”. “Since 1974, National Catholic Schools Week has been the annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. The theme for National Catholic Schools Week 2024 is “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community.” Schools typically observe the annual celebration week with Masses, open houses and other activities for students, families, faculty,
parishioners and community members. On Monday we Celebrated our Community by wearing our school colors or wearing apparel that shows how we participate in our community. The First Graders shared why they love SBCA...They love their classroom teachers and classmates, love learning and they love their specials. On Tuesday we celebrated our Nation...We focused on our American flag which has stood as a symbol of freedom and justice for over 225 years. No other symbol captures the power and glory of our nation like the American flag. On Wednesday,
we celebrated our Teachers and Staff. Teachers and staff enjoyed a delicious breakfast kindly provided by our wonderful Home & School Association. Students and teachers, also, had a chance to dress up as our favorite book character. “A teacher affects eternity; he/she can never tell where his influence stops.” — Henry Brooks Adams. On Thursday we celebrated our Parents/Guardians. Our Student Council Members led us in the Catholic Schools Mass. At this Mass we also celebrated the Feast Day of St. Brigid. On Friday we Celebrated our students who had a chance to dress up
as their favorite teacher and the teachers had a chance to dress up as an SBCA student. A BIG Thank you to City Councilor Ed Flynn for stopping by to visit with our students and present, our Principal, Dr. Helenann Civian with a Special Citation from the City of Boston in recognition of our Exceptional School Program and our Commitment to Academic Excellence. The students also enjoyed a special treat, Pizza for lunch! It was truly a great week for all of us at SBCA. A Special Thank You to our Catholic Schools Week Committee Members.
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South Boston Upcoming Abutter’s Meetings 181 E Street Abutter’s Meeting Proposal: Erect one-family detached dwelling on 715 sf parcel with ground-level parking Time: Feb 15, 2024 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82811159981 Meeting ID: 828 1115 9981 One tap mobile +13052241968,,82811159981# US +13092053325,,82811159981# US
Red Line Pizza / 580-582 Dorchester Ave. Abutter’s Meeting Proposal: Application to extend the closing hour on the CV license for AYA Pizza, LLC. d/b/a Red Line Pizza for sit-in customers to 2:00 am Time: Feb 15, 2024 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83519446013 Meeting ID: 835 1944 6013 One tap mobile +13052241968,,83519446013# US +13092053325,,83519446013# US
Reunion / 71-75 W Broadway Abutter’s Meeting (NEW) Proposal: New cafe concept, 55 patrons, with takeout Time: Feb 20, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85686864665 Meeting ID: 856 8686 4665 One tap mobile +13052241968,,85686864665# US +13092053325,,85686864665# US
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141-143 P Street Abutter’s Meeting (NEW) Proposal: Build addition to property with rooftop deck Time: Mar 5, 2024 06:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Jamie’s Variety / 113 H Street Abutter’s Meeting (NEW) Proposal: Upgrade of retail package store license from beer and wine to full spirits Time: Mar 13, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85799694626 Meeting ID: 857 9969 4626 One tap mobile +16465588656,,85799694626# US (New York) +16469313860,,85799694626# US
ZBA Hearings: 791 E Third ST South Boston 02127: Hearing Scheduled Hearing Date 2024-02-15 Status Hearing Scheduled Parent App# ALT1496712 BOA App# BOA1511559 Appeal Type Zoning Date Submitted 7 Aug 2023 Date Received 8 Aug 2023 Deferred? N # of Deferrals 0 Final Decision Date Result Date Closed Neighborhood South Boston Zipcode 02127 Zoning District South Boston Neighborhood Project Description Proposal to install deck off 3rd story walk out If proposal is approved existing juliet balcony be removed as part E plans filed
84 to 90 A ST South Boston 02127: Hearing Scheduled Hearing Date 2024-02-27 Address 84 to 90 A ST South Boston 02127 Status Hearing Scheduled Appeal Type Zoning Date Submitted 21 Aug 2023 - Date Received 21 Aug 2023 Deferred? N # of Deferrals 0 Neighborhood South Boston Zipcode 02127 Zoning District South Boston Neighborhood Project Description Confirm occupancy as 8 unit garage change to 4 family residential with ground floor accessory parking erecting an addition over existing On 7 28 23 Confirmed Clarification results in required renovation legal use from 1 story proposed FIVE STORY FOUR FAMILY dwelling
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Gate of Heaven & St. Brigid Parishes with St. Augustine Chapel Ash Wednesday, February 14, Mass Schedule Ash Wednesday, February 14, Mass Schedule with Distribution of Ashes marking the begining of Lent
7:00 a.m. at St. Brigid Church 9:00 a.m. at Gate of Heaven Church Boston University Athletics are offering Boston residents free tickets to watch BU Games for the City of Boston Weekend from February 16th to 25th. Boston residents can reserve their free tickets at http:// GoTerriers.com/BostonWeek. Each resident can reserve a max of 8 tickets per game.
ZONING HEARING The Zoning Commission of the City of Boston hereby gives notice, in accordance with Chapter 665 of the Acts of 1956, as amended, that a virtual public hearing will be held on February 28, 2024, at 9:45 A.M., in connection with a petition for approval of the Development Plan for Phase 1A, 495 Dorchester Avenue, South Boston, within Planned Development Area No. 144, On The Dot, filed by the Boston Redevelopment Authority d/b/a the Boston Planning & Development Agency. The Proposed Project calls for the construction of a new 237-unit market rate, 16-story residential building and a new 7-story, 94-unit incomerestricted midrise building for seniors joined by a shared podium. The Proposed Project will contain approximately 326,000 square feet of gross floor area, including approximately 11,710 square feet of ground floor retail / commercial space and 88 below grade parking spaces. This meeting will only be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in this meeting by going to https://bit.ly/BZC_Feb282024. Copies of the petition, the Development Plan, and a map of the area involved may be obtained from the Zoning Commission electronically, and you may also submit written comments or questions to zoningcommission@boston.gov. Interpreting services are available to communicate information at this hearing. If you require interpreting services, please contact the following: zoningcommission@boston.gov or 617-918-4308. The meeting is scheduled for February 28, 2024. Please request interpreting services no later than February 23, 2024.
For the Commission Jeffrey M. Hampton Executive Secretary
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