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- Suffolk County
- 11/20/24
- 11/20/2024
- 20 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Boston Public Facilities Commission, the conveyance of a vacant land parcel in Roxbury to Urban Edge Housing Corporation was approved. The commission also discussed tentative developer designations for additional community use projects in Dorchester and a 12-month extension for a housing development in Jamaica Plain.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 11/20/24
- 11/21/2024
- 79 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent Boston Licensing Board meeting, Cantina Hospitality LLC’s proposal to establish a Taco Bell on Maverick Square in East Boston took center stage. The proposed fast-food outlet, set to be operational from 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM, aims to employ 40 to 50 local residents and enhance the neighborhood’s dining landscape. However, the application has sparked community debate, primarily focusing on potential competition with local eateries and concerns regarding trash, traffic, and noise.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 11/20/24
- 11/20/2024
- 295 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston City Council meeting tackled several issues, with focus on the challenges faced during the recent election, particularly the ballot shortages in various precincts, and the subsequent proposal for state receivership of the Election Department. Council members discussed various community support initiatives, including efforts to combat youth homelessness and recognize transgender rights, while also addressing funding for urban forestry and legal matters involving city easements.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 11/20/24
- 11/20/2024
- 162 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Commission held a comprehensive meeting, approving significant institutional master plans for Wentworth Institute of Technology and the Franciscan Children’s Hospital, while also addressing community apprehensions regarding the redevelopment of Boston Water and Sewer Commission parking lots in Roxbury. The session was marked by detailed presentations, public testimonies, and discussions on urban design, community engagement, and zoning amendments.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 11/14/24
- 11/14/2024
- 23 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting of the Boston Licensing Board, issues surrounding the management of licensed establishments were addressed, with a particular focus on incidents involving public safety violations. The board emphasized the need for establishments to adhere to regulations concerning patron safety and the maintenance of order during dispersal times, highlighting several cases that demonstrated lapses in compliance.
