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- Suffolk County
- 10/23/24
- 10/25/2024
- 17 Minutes
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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.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/23/24
- 10/23/2024
- 206 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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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.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/22/24
- 10/22/2024
- 235 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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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.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/22/24
- 10/30/2024
- 17 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: In a recent hearing of the Boston Entertainment Application Board, Danny’s Queer Bar LLC sought approval to expand its entertainment offerings at its location on Boston Street. The proposal includes adding a range of activities such as karaoke, drag shows, and comedy, available until 2 a.m. every day.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/21/24
- 10/21/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Boston City Council meeting on October 21, 2024, centered on the ambitious proposal to establish tool libraries across the city, aiming to facilitate community sharing, reduce waste, and empower residents with practical skills. The idea, inspired by similar initiatives in other cities like Chicago, is to create a system where residents can borrow tools for various projects, minimizing unnecessary purchases and promoting environmental sustainability.