Revere Board of Health Tackles Illegal Bedrooms and Marijuana Legalization Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Board of Health addressed a contentious appeal regarding an alleged illegal bedroom and discussed the implications of potentially lifting the city’s ban on recreational marijuana establishments. The meeting covered various public health issues, including communicable diseases and food safety recalls.

Revere Zoning Board Approves Hotel Expansion Amidst Mixed Resident Reactions

Overview: The Revere Zoning Board of Appeals recently approved a proposal to expand a hotel on Squire Road from 100 to 156 rooms, a decision that sparked debate over economic benefits versus community concerns.

Boston Public Facilities Commission Approves Affordable Housing Development in Roxbury

Overview: The Boston Public Facilities Commission meeting focused on significant land conveyances, highlighted by the approval of a project to transform a vacant parcel in Roxbury into affordable housing. Other land conveyances in Dorchester and Roslindale were also approved, intended for community use and open space.

Boston City Council Backs Striking Hotel Workers, Highlights Housing Crisis and Public Safety

Overview: The Boston City Council meeting on October 25, 2023, predominantly focused on labor rights, housing affordability, and public safety. Councilors expressed strong support for hotel workers involved in ongoing strikes, highlighted the city’s pressing housing affordability crisis, and discussed rising public safety concerns in downtown Boston. Additionally, the council addressed several resolutions and grant proposals aimed at improving community services and educational support.

Boston City Council Debates Veterans Tax Relief and Substance Use Crisis Strategies

Overview: During the recent Boston City Council meeting, attention centered on discussions related to increasing property tax exemptions for veterans and addressing the dual crises of drug addiction and homelessness, particularly in areas like Mass and Cass. Councilors debated the merits of a proposal to double the property tax exemption for veterans.