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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/21/25
- 05/21/2025
- 138 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston City Council meeting addressed several issues, with a primary focus on safety concerns surrounding Boston Public Schools’ bus operations following a tragic accident. The council also reviewed key budget items and recognized the contributions of immigrants to the city’s fabric, emphasizing community safety and diversity.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/20/25
- 05/21/2025
- 301 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on May 20, 2025, was marked by discussions over several development proposals, with the most contentious being the project on Magnolia Street. This proposal, which faced substantial opposition from local residents, involved constructing a multi-story building that critics argued would exceed zoning limits for height and unit density.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/19/25
- 05/20/2025
- 227 Minutes
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Overview: During a recent Boston City Council meeting, the Council delved into concerns regarding affordable housing, with discussions heavily focused on potential federal budget cuts and the need for increased local funding to sustain housing initiatives.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/15/25
- 05/16/2025
- 35 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board recently addressed several significant projects, including Boston University’s expansion of its Charles River campus and the restoration of the historic Alexandra Hotel. These projects, along with discussions on coastal resilience and infrastructure funding, framed the meeting’s detailed agenda.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 5/15/25
- 05/16/2025
- 188 Minutes
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Overview: The Boston Planning and Development Board convened in a hybrid meeting format to discuss various proposals, the most contentious of which involved the transformation of a retail space at 28A Shaman Avenue back into a restaurant. The applicant proposed creating an upscale Lebanese tapas dining experience, sparking debate among local residents and neighborhood associations. While the applicant detailed measures to address concerns about noise, trash management, and rodent issues, the proposal drew mixed reactions from the community, highlighting the challenges of balancing business development with neighborhood concerns.