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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/13/25
- 01/14/2025
- 129 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Boston Building Emissions Review Board met to review applications and discuss strategies for reducing emissions across the city, particularly focusing on buildings within Environmental Justice communities and city-owned properties. Key discussions revolved around Massachusetts General Brigham’s (MGB) decarbonization strategies and the city’s building portfolio management.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/13/25
- 01/13/2025
- 76 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Boston City Council meeting, attention was directed toward the approval of new contracts affecting school bus drivers and the operational intricacies of student transportation. The council deliberated over collective bargaining agreements that will notably adjust wages, working hours, and service reliability, especially impacting the transportation available for Boston Public Schools’ students, including athletes.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/9/25
- 01/13/2025
- 32 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Licensing Board hearing on January 9, 2025, focused on significant noise complaints involving two local establishments: Garos Columbia in East Boston and Boston Restaurant Bar and Grill in Hyde Park. These incidents highlighted ongoing challenges in managing noise levels within city limits, as well as discrepancies in entertainment licensing.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/9/25
- 01/09/2025
- 23 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston Licensing Board addressed a range of significant incidents and licensing changes, including discussions on underage alcohol possession, assaults at local businesses, and approvals for new operational hours and license transfers. Notably, the board dealt with underage drinking at The Wild Rover and a series of applications that included changes to licenses for several popular establishments.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/8/25
- 01/08/2025
- 307 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Boston City Council meeting, discussions centered on the proposed closure and merger of several schools, notably Excel High School, and the lack of communication from the Boston Public Schools (BPS) administration regarding these decisions. Council members expressed significant frustration and disappointment over being informed through press releases and rumors instead of direct communication. They emphasized the necessity for meaningful input from affected stakeholders, highlighting a lack of respect shown to teachers, parents, and the school community. Council members acknowledged the challenges posed by declining enrollment and aging facilities, but insisted that transparency and stakeholder involvement are critical in such notable decisions. They particularly noted the exceptional Junior ROTC program at Excel High School, advocating for the students who come from diverse backgrounds and deserve more respect in the decision-making process. The council resolved to ensure that future decisions regarding school facilities are handled with greater transparency and community involvement, stressing the importance of clear communication from BPS.
