The Bay Village Historic District Commission (BVHDC) met virtually on Feb. 9, where members heard another advisory review for the condominium proposal at 19 Isabella St., the former Our Lady of Victories Church. No vote is taken on advisory review…
Author: Lauren Bennett
BBAC Approves Parking Meter on Charlesgate East
The Back Bay Architectural Commission (BBAC) met virtually on February 10, where there were many items on the agenda for consideration. A notable item was a proposal for the” installation of a multi-space electronic parking meter pay station at existing…
City Council Holds Hearing on BLC Eligibility Requirements for Landmarks in Boston
The City Council Committee on Government Operations held a hearing on February 8 regarding a petition for a special law regarding an Act Relative to the Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) that would change language in the requirements for Boston buildings,…
Walsh Provides COVID-19; Vaccination Update as City’s Positivity Rate Declines
Mayor Marty Walsh on Wednesday provided a COVID-19 update as well as talked about how people can continue to keep themselves and other safe as more vaccine rolls out. Walsh said that as of Feb. 9, there were 168 new…
BLC Votes to Approve a Preservation Restriction on the Howell Matson House in Bay Village
The Boston Landmarks Commission (BLC) on February 9 approved a proposal to protect the Howell Matson House at 41 Melrose St. in Bay Village through Historic New England’s Preservation Easement program. The preservation restriction agreement is “pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter…
From Baseball to Voting to Vaccinations: Mass Vaccination Clinic in Full Swing at the Ballpark
When people think of Fenway Park, certain things may come to mind: watching the game with friends and family, Fenway Franks, and Wally the Green Monster. Now, people are depending on the historic ballpark to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Fenway…
Letter of Intent Filed With BPDA Regarding Fenway Redevelopment Proposal
On January 29, WS-Fenway-Twins Realty Venture LLC filed a Letter of Intent with the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) to file a Project Notification Form (PNF) to redevelop various parcels near Fenway Park. The project would undergo the BPDA’s…
Walsh, Martinez Discuss COVID-19 and Vaccination Update for Residents
On Monday, Mayor Martin Walsh provided an update on COVID-19 in Boston, saying that the numbers have improved over the past few weeks, but people need to continue to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. February 1…
Nearly 2,000 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine ‘Compromised’ at Jamaica Plain VA Hospital
Nearly 2,000 doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine went bad on January 19 after a freezer at the Jamaica Plain VA Medical Center came unplugged, according to a spokesperson for the VA Boston Healthcare system. “The freezer was in a…
City Council Holds Hearing on Potential Suspension of Special Election for Mayor
The City Council Committee on Government Operations, chaired by Councilor Lydia Edwards, held a hearing on January 26 regarding a home rule petition filed by Councilor Ricardo Arroyo “which will amend the city’s charter” should there be a vacancy in…