Boston Planning Board Advances Citywide Zoning Reform Initiative

Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board recently convened to tackle various development projects and zoning initiatives poised to transform the city’s landscape. Among the most consequential topics was the squares and streets Citywide Planning and Zoning initiative, a comprehensive reform that aims to expand housing options, support small businesses, and improve the co-benefits of development in mixed-use areas of the city. The initiative, which seeks to update zoning options to support squares and streets areas, underscores the city’s dedication to anti-displacement policies, affordable housing, and climate resilience.

Revere Beach Commission Tackles Coastal Resiliency and Accessibility

Overview: The Revere Metropolitan Beaches Commission recently convened to address issues surrounding coastal resiliency, beach accessibility, and climate change impacts on the community’s cherished beaches.

Boston City Council Tackles Housing and Health Equity

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston City Council addressed several issues, with a strong emphasis on improving the living conditions and health equity for Boston residents. The council discussed matters ranging from housing affordability for city employees to violence prevention strategies and the impact of a proposed plan at the Shattuck Hospital.

Revere Disabilities Commission Eyes Snow Program and Poll Transportation

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Disabilities Commission discussed potential initiatives, including a snow program for seniors and disabled residents, and the logistics of providing transportation to polls on election days. The meeting also covered the use of grants to improve accessibility, community input for the George B. Kalala Community Center, and plans for an “All Abilities Day at the Beach.”

Boston Reparations Task Force Grapples with Operating Procedures

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Boston Reparations Task Force, significant time was dedicated to establishing and refining the standard operating procedures, a necessary step to ensure the effective continuation of the task force’s work. The meeting also addressed the importance of maintaining historical accuracy and completeness in the minutes, as well as the need to avoid ‘analysis paralysis’ and the urgency of making progress towards the task force’s objectives.