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Hyde Park: 35 Pinefield Road Abutters Meeting

Construct a new 2,521-square-foot (less garage) single-family residence with a first-floor garage on a preexisting nonconforming lot. Permit being submitted for initial ISD rejection for nonconformance to Boston Zoning Bylaws. Permit application should supersede previously submitted long-form permit.

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T19:00:00 - 2026-08-10T20:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 444 7095

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

 

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T19:00:00 - 2026-08-10T20:00:00

Dorchester: 99 Erie Street Abutters Meeting

Change the legal occupancy from a building with six residential units to a building with eight residential units. This is related to ERT1222287. We are seeking two additional units for the project.

 

August 20, 2026
Event Date2026-08-20T18:00:00 - 2026-08-20T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 659 1249

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

 

August 20, 2026
Event Date2026-08-20T18:00:00 - 2026-08-20T19:00:00

Mattapan: 7 Leahaven Road Abutters Meeting

Scope of work confirmed: change of occupancy from a two-family to a four-family dwelling by constructing an addition to the rear of the property to create two units, with driveway access to proposed parking per plans and deed provided. (This is not an attached two-family structure to the rear of the existing dwelling.)

August 13, 2026
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 969 1337

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

 

August 13, 2026
Event Date2026-08-13T18:00:00 - 2026-08-13T19:00:00

Hyde Park: 7-7A and 9-9A Chesterfield Street Abutters Meeting

Building one new semi-attached two-family building on existing lot, in conjunction with ERT1819910.

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T19:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 670 2572

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

 

August 12, 2026
Event Date2026-08-12T19:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

BCYF Jackson Mann Site Planning Meeting

Join us for a meeting to continue the discussion about options for the Jackson Mann School/Community Center site.

Register Here

August 12, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • The meeting will be virtual. See link to register the left.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Francis Mendoza-McCarthy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-12T18:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

This meeting follows our May 2026 public meeting which focused on a Housing Feasibility study for the Jackson Mann site. At this August meeting we will share the results of survey feedback about the future of the site, share data on BPS enrollment and demographic trends, and discuss options for the future of the site.

Language Access: Please note, to request live meeting interpretation in Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Chinese, or another language, please request interpretation in your selected language by emailing francis.mendozamccarthy@boston.gov by no later than Friday, August 7th, 2026.

August 12, 2026
  • 6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • The meeting will be virtual. See link to register the left.
    Allston, MA 02134
  • Contact:
    Francis Mendoza-McCarthy
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Allston
    Brighton
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-12T18:00:00 - 2026-08-12T20:00:00

Mayor's Youth Council Summer Town Hall - Mission Hill

Join the Mayor's Youth Council Summer Ambassadors for an engaging town hall featuring games, food, and givewaways!

August 13, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • BCYF Tobin
    1481 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-13T15:00:00 - 2026-08-13T17:00:00

There will be food from local restaurants and multiple giveaways to win. Help make an impact within your community and enjoy yourself along the way. Youth will have the opportunity to share their thoughts on important topics such as community safety, resource accessibility, and the civic process.

The Mayor's Youth Council is a group of high schoolers who represent Boston’s youth in City government, lead original initiatives, and gain experience in public service. Learn more at: boston.gov/myc .

This event is open to people ages 14-19 who live, work, and/or go to school in Boston.

August 13, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • BCYF Tobin
    1481 Tremont St
    Boston, MA 02120
  • Contact:
    Mayor's Youth Council
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Mission Hill
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-08-13T15:00:00 - 2026-08-13T17:00:00

Hyde Park Coffee Hour

Join Mayor Michelle Wu and City Staff for coffee and conversation!

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T10:30:00 - 2026-08-10T11:30:00

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. If there are inclement weather conditions, the time and location may change to an indoor location and will be reflected on boston.gov/events.

A neighborhood staple known for bringing the community together over a cup of coffee, Dunkin’ is back to fuel the conversation with iced coffee and donuts. Dunkin’ will also provide lawn game activities for attendees, gift card giveaways, and the opportunity for residents to win a raffle prize. Free flowering plants will be provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market, while supplies last.

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T10:30:00 - 2026-08-10T11:30:00

Canceled:
Jamaica Plain: 11 Lee Street Abutters Meeting

Reason for cancellation: Please reach out to the event organizer for further information.
August 27, 2026
Event Date2026-08-27T18:00:00 - 2026-08-27T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 309 8152

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

August 27, 2026
Event Date2026-08-27T18:00:00 - 2026-08-27T19:00:00

Roslindale: 4012 Washington Street Abutters Meeting

Vertical and rear addition on existing six-family residential building, adding seven additional residential dwelling units. Install fire protection (sprinkler system) and fire alarm. Install elevator. New occupancy: 13 residential apartments. S2 zone in Squares and Streets, Roslindale (Article 26).

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T18:00:00 - 2026-08-10T19:00:00

The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident's positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom. 

Meeting ID: 165 449 1833

Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).

 

August 10, 2026
Event Date2026-08-10T18:00:00 - 2026-08-10T19:00:00

Downtown, Chinatown, Leather District Liaison Office Hours

Downtown, Chinatown, Leather District Liaison Office Hours are hosted by your East Boston neighborhood liaison Katrina Lin.

October 28, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Quincy Community Center
    885 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Katrina Lin
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-28T16:30:00 - 2026-10-28T18:00:00

Coffee Hours are held weekly unless otherwise noted. 

The Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services liaisons hosts weekly Coffee Hours located conveniently in each neighborhood. This is an opportunity to connect with your neighborhood liaison to receive support connecting with City departments, addressing any concerns, or just to say hello to connect joyfully. 

Neighborhood liaisons look forward to hearing how Boston can improve our neighborhoods.

October 28, 2026
  • 4:30pm - 6:00pm
  • BCYF Quincy Community Center
    885 Washington Street
    Boston, MA 02111
  • Contact:
    Katrina Lin
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-28T16:30:00 - 2026-10-28T18:00:00
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