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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/4/25
- 06/05/2025
- 86 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Boston Licensing Board’s recent virtual meeting on June 4, 2025, spotlighted community apprehensions regarding the proposed closing hours of a new restaurant, Maple and Ash, planned to open in a residential area of the Seaport District. Residents expressed strong opposition to the proposed 2 a.m. closing time, fearing noise disturbances and other community impacts. This issue dominated the meeting, overshadowing other licensing applications.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 6/4/25
- 06/04/2025
- 292 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council meeting focused on significant legislative actions, including the approval of an ordinance to establish an Office of LGBTQIA+ Advancement. This decision represents a commitment to ensuring that the rights and well-being of the LGBTQIA+ community are prioritized in the city’s policies and programs. The council also tackled various community concerns, such as the challenges faced by marginalized populations, budgetary allocations for city improvements, and discussions around the Boston Public Schools transportation system, amid ongoing safety concerns.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/28/25
- 05/29/2025
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board convened to address multiple licensing and development proposals, with substantial focus on community engagement and operational details for new establishments. Significant discussion centered around a contentious request for extending patio hours linked to an alcohol license transfer, highlighting community concerns about inadequate consultation processes.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/27/25
- 05/28/2025
- 125 Minutes
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- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board recently approved the New England Aquarium’s hardship compliance plan, which includes an innovative green steam energy strategy aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/21/25
- 05/22/2025
- 106 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Disability Commission Advisory Board recently convened to discuss a range of topics, including food justice initiatives, employment opportunities for people with disabilities, and community engagement efforts.
