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Public Facilities Commission Meeting (PFD)

ATTENDANCE

On March 28, 2025, Governor Healy approved an extension to remote and hybrid meeting options for public bodies established under Former Governor Baker's Executive Order of March 12, 2020, Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law through June 30, 2027. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually and to ensure its public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means.

You can watch these virtual meetings on Boston City TV at Xfinity channel 26, RCN channel 13, Fios channel 962, and ...

Horse-of-Course

Join the Boston Park Rangers and learn about the historical, cultural, and environmental features of the parks and their environs.

October 24, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Hunnewell Visitor's Center
    125 Arborway
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-24T12:00:00 - 2026-10-24T13:00:00

Get up close and personal with the Boston Park Rangers' mounted unit! Witness a behind-the-scenes showing of how the Rangers care for their horses before heading out on patrol. This program is family friendly and for all ages. 

October 24, 2026
  • 12:00pm - 1:00pm
  • Hunnewell Visitor's Center
    125 Arborway
    Boston, MA 02130
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-24T12:00:00 - 2026-10-24T13:00:00

Walter St. Burying Ground Tour

October 23, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 139 Walter Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-23T15:00:00 - 2026-10-23T16:00:00

Looking for something spooky this fall season? The Boston Park Rangers are giving tours on a series of historic burying grounds in the city. Learn about some of Boston's finest in the days of yore.

October 23, 2026
  • 3:00pm - 4:00pm
  • 139 Walter Street
    Roslindale, MA 02131
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-10-23T15:00:00 - 2026-10-23T16:00:00

Fall Foliage Walk - Allandale Woods

Join the Boston Park Rangers and learn about the historical, cultural, and environmental features of the parks and their environs.

November 6, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
  • Allandale Woods
    7 VFW Pkwy
    West Roxbury , MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-06T11:00:00 - 2026-11-06T12:00:00

Come join the Boston Park Rangers on our Fall Foliage Walks. Learn why the leaves change their color and enjoy a casual and informative walk through our parks.

November 6, 2026
  • 11:00am - 12:00pm
  • Allandale Woods
    7 VFW Pkwy
    West Roxbury , MA 02132
  • Contact:
    Boston Park Rangers
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Jamaica Plain
    Roslindale
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-06T11:00:00 - 2026-11-06T12:00:00

West Roxbury: 104 Baker St Abutters Meeting

Existing paved area to be able to park by using the driveway.

October 22, 2026
Event Date2026-10-22T18:00:44 - 2026-10-22T19:00:44

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: 165 220 2177

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



 

October 22, 2026
Event Date2026-10-22T18:00:44 - 2026-10-22T19:00:44

Conservation Commission Public Hearing

ATTENTION: This meeting will be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in the meeting by going to our online meeting or calling 1-646-828-7666 and entering Meeting ID 165 554 1756 and your participant ID provided when logging into Zoom. Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at cc@boston.gov...

The public can offer testimony.

Public Facilities Commission Meeting (MOH)

ATTENDANCE
 
On March 28, 2025, Governor Healy approved an extension to remote and hybrid meeting options for public bodies established under Former Governor Baker's Executive Order of March 12, 2020, Suspending Certain Provisions of the Open Meeting Law through June 30, 2027. The Public Facilities Commission (PFC) will continue to conduct its meetings virtually and to ensure its public access to its deliberations through adequate, alternative means.
 
You can watch these virtual meetings on Boston City TV at...

Zero Waste Day Drop-Off (Rescheduled)

Bring your household hazardous waste and certain waste ban items to a Zero Waste Day for safe disposal. 

This event was originally scheduled for September 26th, but was postponed and relocated due to the expected nor'easter on that date. This event is now on November 21st at 315 Gardner Street, West Roxbury 02132.

November 21, 2026
  • 8:30am - 12:00pm
  • Millennium Park
    315 Gardner Street
    West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132
  • Contact:
    Department of Public Works
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-21T08:30:00 - 2026-11-21T12:00:00
Accepted materials at zero waste day drop-offs
Please note:
  • We only take waste from Boston residents. You need to show us a photo ID, utility bill, or lease as proof of your residency. We will not take any waste from businesses.
  • We reserve the right to reject any materials that do not meet our regulations.
  • Latex and acrylic paint are NOT hazardous. Just let the paint dry out in the can and put it out on your trash day.
  • We accept rechargeable batteries such as lithium-ion batteries. We do NOT accept Alkaline Batteries - these are your traditional, non-rechargeable AAA, AA, C, D and 9 volt batteries - they are NOT hazardous. Alkaline batteries will be labeled with “no added mercury” or with a green tree logo. Please place them in your regular trash. Visit our website for more details on what batteries we accept. 
November 21, 2026
  • 8:30am - 12:00pm
  • Millennium Park
    315 Gardner Street
    West Roxbury, Massachusetts 02132
  • Contact:
    Department of Public Works
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    Citywide
    West Roxbury
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-21T08:30:00 - 2026-11-21T12:00:00

Age Strong's Medicare Open Enrollment Clinics - West Roxbury

Get the Best Coverage at the Lowest Cost! Assess your Medicare and prescription plan annually

November 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 3:00pm
  • The Elks Lodge
    1 Morrell St
    West Roxbury,
  • Contact:
    Age Strong
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-30T10:00:00 - 2026-11-30T15:00:00

The annual Medicare Open Enrollment period runs October 15 through December 7. Older adults on Medicare (age 65+) should speak with a certified SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs for Everyone) counselor each year to assess health insurance and prescription drug plans to get the best coverage for the lowest cost.

Call Age Strong at 617-635-4366 to sign up for an in-person appointment at upcoming neighborhood open enrollment events or to speak to an Age Strong certified SHINE counselor by phone.

What to bring: your list of prescriptions, Medicare/other insurance cards, your Medicare.gov username/password (if already set up) and valid ID.

November 30, 2026
  • 10:00am - 3:00pm
  • The Elks Lodge
    1 Morrell St
    West Roxbury,
  • Contact:
    Age Strong
  • Price:
    Price
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Neighborhood
    West Roxbury
  • Event Type:
  • Published Date
Event Date2026-11-30T10:00:00 - 2026-11-30T15:00:00

West Roxbury: 136 Dent St Abutters Meeting

We are adding a third-floor addition to a Single-family home in West Roxbury.

September 29, 2026
Event Date2026-09-29T19:00:59 - 2026-09-29T20:00:59

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: 165 225 8450

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

September 29, 2026
Event Date2026-09-29T19:00:59 - 2026-09-29T20:00:59
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