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Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission hearing

(Use Congress Street as an entrance and exit at City Hall after 5:30 p.m.)

The public can offer testimony.

Excel High School Meeting

All meetings of the Excel High School Local Stakeholder Group are open to the public. The Local Stakeholder Group also welcomes written comments sent by email to Turnaround@bostonpublicschools.org.

Parks and Recreation Hearing

Boston Landmarks Commission hearing 11/22/16

The commission will hold its monthly public hearing on Tuesday, November 22, 2016. 

USE CONGRESS STREET AS AN ENTRANCE/EXIT AFTER 5:30 P.M. 
November 22, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • Boston City Hall
    Room 900
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rosanne Foley
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
    Mission Hill
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-11-22T18:00:00
BUSINESS MEETING

Items may be reviewed up to 30 minutes prior to time listed (but no earlier than 6:00 pm).

6:00 pm 1.  Discussion and vote on Design Review Applications*. The Design Review Committee will present summaries of applications and make recommendations for a vote on each agenda item discussed at the Design Review Hearing, which met on 11/22/16 from 4:45–6:00 pm in Boston City Hall, Room 900.* (See below for Design Review agenda items)

6:20 pm 2. Review and ratification of 11/8/2016 meeting minutes.

6:25 pm 3. Demolition Delay Hearing: 235 Old Colony Avenue [several structures], South Boston. 
Application #17.328D2119
Applicant: David Pogorelc, DJ Properties, LLC
Re: Review of the proposed demolition of a commercial building at 39 Damrell Street, South Boston.

7:00 pm 4. Review of Wolbach Building Portico Reuse Construction Documents for proposed Boston Children’s Clinical Building.

7:30 pm  5. Property Updates and Staff Reports.

7:45 pm 6. Projected Adjournment.

 

DESIGN REVIEW:  

4:45 pm  Mission Hill Triangle Architectural Conservation District AGENDA ITEM POSTPONED TO 12/13/16 HEARING
705 Huntington Avenue, Mission Hill 
Application:  17.169.MHT Design Review
Applicant:  Mark Sarno, ESI Waterproofing & Masonry Restoration
Re:  Install new railings at front entrance.

~ 6:00 pm   Full Commission Hearing ~

 

November 22, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • Boston City Hall
    Room 900
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rosanne Foley
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Downtown
    Mission Hill
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-11-22T18:00:00

Conservation Commission Public Hearing

Read the agenda for the commission's public hearing on Wednesday, November 16, 2016.

November 16, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Carl Spector
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
    Mattapan
    South Boston
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2016-11-16T18:00:00

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40, the Boston Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing in Boston City Hall, Room 801 on November 16, 2016 to review the following projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose in order to protect the interests of the public and private water supply, ground water, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat:

6:00 PM

Notice of Intent from Ivas Environmental on behalf of 9 Jeffries St LCC, 778 East 5Th Street, South Boston, Boston Harbor (LSCSF)

6:15 PM

Notice of Intent from Massport, Conley Container Terminal, Berth 12, South Boston, Boston Harbor/Reserve Channel (DPA, Coastal Banks)

6:30 PM

Request for Amendment to Order of Conditions for DEP File No. 006-1431, Clippership Wharf Development, on behalf of Lendlease Clippership Wharf, LLC, 25-65 Lewis Street, East Boston, Boston Harbor (LUO, Coastal Bank, Rocky Intertidal Shores)

6:45 PM Updates and General Business

  • Request for an Extension of the OOC for DEP File #006-0991, Born Again Church of Christ, 950 Harvard Ave, Mattapan
  • Discussion on response to enforcement orders issued to the Titanium Group, LLC for the alteration and filling of wetland resource areas at 1625 VFW Highway, West Roxbury (Continued from August 17 2016)
  • Discussion of request to issue enforcement orders related to the Muddy River Artwork Installation and the Fort Point Channel Art Installation.
  • Meeting Minutes

7:00 Executive Session

In accordance with the Massachusetts Open Meeting Law, M.G.L. Chapter 39, Section 23A-C, the Boston Conservation Commission will hold a vote to open an Executive Session to discuss litigation strategy.

Sign Language interpreters are available upon prior request.  The Commission will hold a public meeting immediately following the last hearing or as appropriate following any hearing.  Plans and filings with the Commission may be viewed at the Environment Department, Boston City Hall, Room 709, during regular business hours, 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday.  For more information, call 617-635-4417.

For the Commission,

Carl Spector, Commissioner 

November 16, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • 1 City Hall Plaza
    Boston, MA 02109
  • Contact:
    Carl Spector
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    East Boston
    Mattapan
    South Boston
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2016-11-16T18:00:00

Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lighting

Join Mayor Walsh, your friends, family, and neighbors as we celebrate winter and light up Holiday trees in neighborhoods across Boston!

December 4, 2016
  • 1:00pm
  • Starts at West Broadway Municipal Lot
    450 West Broadway
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    Free
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    East Boston
    North End
    South Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2016-12-04T13:00:00

For the 21st year, the Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour will continue the festive tradition of lighting holiday trees throughout Boston while bringing presents and holiday spirit to children across the City.

"The trolley tour and tree lightings are great ways to continue to foster the spirit of community and bring a little extra joy to people during the holiday season," said Mayor Walsh. "The holiday season is a time for unity and thanksgiving. All are welcome, and we look forward to visiting different neighborhoods throughout the city for a weekend full of fun and celebration."

The 2016 Mayor's Enchanted Trolley Tour and Tree Lightings are sponsored by the Bank of America. The schedule is as follows:

Sunday, December 4
  • 1 p.m. - West Broadway Municipal Lot (450 W Broadway), South Boston
  • 1:45 p.m. - Harrison Ave & Beach St., Chinatown
  • 2:30 p.m. - Paul Revere Mall, North End
  • 3:15 p.m. - Thompson Square, Charlestown
  • 4 p.m. - Maverick Square, East Boston
  • 6 p.m. - Adams Corner, Dorchester

 

December 4, 2016
  • 1:00pm
  • Starts at West Broadway Municipal Lot
    450 West Broadway
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Tourism, Sports, and Entertainment
  • Price:
    Price
    Free
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Charlestown
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Dorchester
    East Boston
    North End
    South Boston
  • Published Date
Event Date2016-12-04T13:00:00

2025 Lighting of the Ship at Martin's Park

Join us for Boston's newest holiday tradition!

November 29, 2025
Event Date2025-11-29T17:00:00 - 2025-11-29T18:00:00

A special children’s celebration will be held on Saturday, November 29, at 5 p.m. at the Smith Family Waterfront in the Seaport District and Fort Point neighborhood when the Friends of Martin’s Park and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department host the fourth annual holiday lighting of the ship in Martin’s Park. Additional support provided by Nan Fung Life Sciences Real Estate, Caffe Nero and HP Hood.

Martin’s Park will be transformed into a beautiful holiday display when the ship, surrounding beach fencing, and pedestrian bridge are illuminated with over 1,500 feet of blue and white tube lights. 

Other festive attractions include: 

  • Santa will arrive by boat with the Boston Police Harbor Unit at the Harborwalk
  • Entertainment will be provided by Berklee School of Music artists Sofia Sunshine, duo Skye & Jo and singer/songwriter Mia McIntosh performing a selection of holiday classics
  • Holiday beverages provided by Hood and Caffe Nero
  • Meet the Boston Park Rangers Mounted Unit and explore the Boston Fire Department's Touch Truck
  • Holiday arts and crafts lead by a local artist

For more information, visit the Martin's Park page or call 617-635-4505.

November 29, 2025
Event Date2025-11-29T17:00:00 - 2025-11-29T18:00:00

Fort Point Channel Landmark District Commission Hearing

The commission will hold its monthly public hearing on Thursday, November 10, 2016.

November 10, 2016
  • 6:15pm
  • Boston City Hall
    Piemonte Room (5th Floor)
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Lissa Schwab
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-11-10T18:15:00

(USE CONGRESS STREET AS AN ENTRANCE/EXIT AFTER 5:30 P.M.)

I.  REVIEW and RATIFICATION OF OCTOBER 13, 2016 MINUTES

II.  DESIGN REVIEW

6:30 PM                             

17.389 FPC        35 Channel Center Street, Apt. 501

Applicant: Kyle Sheffield, LDa Architecture & Interiors (Architect)

Proposed Work: Replace a roof deck, replace the wrought iron railing with a glass railing, and install a wood privacy screen.           

6:45 PM    

17.389 FPC        9 Channel Center Street

Applicant: Dan McGrath, Berkeley Investments, Inc. (Applicant)

Proposed Work: Install two light fixtures adjacent to the entryway, install tenant signage on the left side and building signage on the right side of the entryway.

7:00 PM            Continuance from 10/2016

17.382 FPC        5 & 6  Necco Court

Applicant: Todd Dundon, Gensler (Architect)

Proposed Work: Response to Commission’s request on new window opening details on the south and west façades; modifications to the opacity of the glass enclosure; and interior renderings of the glass enclosure.

November 10, 2016
  • 6:15pm
  • Boston City Hall
    Piemonte Room (5th Floor)
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Lissa Schwab
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-11-10T18:15:00

Convservation Commission public hearing

Read the agenda for the Commission's public hearing on Wednesday, October 19, 2016

October 19, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • Room 801
    Boston City Hall
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rachel Lewis
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Brighton
    South Boston
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-10-19T18:00:00

In accordance with the Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act, M.G.L. Chapter 131, Section 40, the Boston Conservation Commission will hold a public hearing in Boston City Hall, Room 801 on October 19, 2016 to review the following projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose in order to protect the interests of the public and private water supply, ground water, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat:

6:00 PM Public Hearing 

Notice of Intent from Nitsch Engineering, Inc on behalf of Related Beal for Innovation Square Phase I, 6 Tide Street, Seaport (LSCSF) Continued from October 5 2016

6:15 PM Updates and General Business

  • Discussion on response to enforcement orders issued to the Titanium Group, LLC for the alteration and filling of wetland resource areas at 1625 VFW Highway, West Roxbury Continued from August 17 2016
  • Request for Certificate of Compliance for DEP File No. 006-1366 from Stantec Consulting Services on behalf of Northeastern University for the Henderson Boathouse, 1350 Soldiers Field Road, Boston
  • Meeting Minutes

Sign Language interpreters are available upon prior request.  The Commission will hold a public meeting immediately following the last hearing or as appropriate following any hearing.  Plans and filings with the Commission may be viewed at the Environment Department, Boston City Hall, Room 709, during regular business hours, 9 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday.  For more information, call 617-635-4417.

For the Commission,

Charlotte Moffat, Executive Secretary

October 19, 2016
  • 6:00pm
  • Room 801
    Boston City Hall
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Rachel Lewis
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Brighton
    South Boston
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-10-19T18:00:00

Board of Appeals

Petition

October 18, 2016
  • 9:30am
  • Boston City Hall Room 801 8th Floor
    1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Stephanie Haynes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-10-18T09:30:00
October 18, 2016
  • 9:30am
  • Boston City Hall Room 801 8th Floor
    1 City Hall Square
    Boston, MA 02201
  • Contact:
    Stephanie Haynes
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Dorchester
    Downtown
    South Boston
  • Published Date
  • Downloads:
Event Date2016-10-18T09:30:00
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