Thursday, December 07, 2023
Toy Drive and Holiday Party
Two Related Neighborhood Meetings: One Civic & Cultural + One Park Design
updated 12/07/23 with 244-284 A STREET CHANNELSIDE OPEN SPACE WORKSHOP presentation and video.
The Mayor's Office of Arts and Culture in conjunction with the BPDA is holding a public meeting on the planning and analysis of waterfront civic and cultural facilities and programs related to MassDEP required Chapter 91 spaces aka facilities of accommodation (FPA):
This meeting will provide the public with an update on the status of the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture’s Waterfront Space Planning Study as well as report out the initial findings from the Related Beal RFI for 244-248 A Street, which will be one of the case studies part of the initiative.
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The Boston Parks Department and Related Beal are hosting a community workshop to review and gather input on design updates for key areas/program elements within the two primary parks at the 244-284 A Street (Channelside) development project.
The workshop will focus on the picnic area, play space, interactive fountain, and overall plantings.
The green open space is required as part of MassDEP Waterway 50% open space requirements, MHP (municipal harbor plan), and City’s PDA (planned development area), and community advocacy that the parks once created be transferred to the City of Boston Parks department.
Interpretation and translation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at LCA@boston.gov or 617-936-9380.
Reimagining Gillette's 31 Acres. Community Meeting December 6th
updated 12/7/23: with Gillette Reimagination project contact information to stay informed.
As a part of a broader business transformation, Gillette will be reshaping its operations in our neighborhood, marking a new chapter in the company's long history in Boston. The decision will bring an opportunity to reimagine Gillette's 31-acre waterfront campus, unlocking new possibilities for the future.
The company will host a community meeting ahead of a robust public planning process to help shape the site's future on:
Tuesday, December 05, 2023
About The Neighborhood This Week: Gillette, Holiday Art Sales & Other Developments
You won't want to miss what's going on and about the neighborhood this week.
December 5: 7 Channel Center Redevelopment Meet & Greet and Abutters Open House at 6pm at Gilbane's office at 10 Channel Center Street. Meet the new building owners, Phase 3 Real Estate and meet their team, featuring CBT Architects. Learn about the proposed changes to the redevelopment, including full demolition of the existing building and presentation on new design and project timeline. The updated building design is proposed to go before the Fort Point Landmark District Commission for their approval the following week.
December 5: Squares + Streets Citywide Draft Zoning Amendment Public Meeting at 6pm to present a draft zoning text amendment that will create new Squares + Streets zoning districtsto be adopted into the Boston Zoning Code. Staff will also present on proposed updates to the “Regulation of Uses” section of the Boston Zoning Code (Article 8) to better organize and modernize land uses for today’s needs.
December 6: Reminder Gillette Community Meeting at 6pm. As a part of a broader business transformation, Gillette will be reshaping its operations in our neighborhood, marking a new chapter in the company's long history in Boston. The decision will bring an opportunity to reimagine Gillette's 31-acre waterfront campus, unlocking new possibilities for the future. This special meeting hosted by Gillette will help shape the 31 acre site and will be followed by a robust public planning process. Join meeting!
Saturday, December 02, 2023
Summer Street Pilot Starts Monday
The six month evaluation period for the Summer Street dedicated bus/truck lane pilot and protected bike lane begins on Monday, December 4th. The pilot spans Summer Street from South Station to East First Street. Over the next six months, the City will be piloting these dedicated lanes to improve travel time reliability for transit and freight vehicles. It will also be making cycling safer and more convenient along this important corridor.
The Boston Transportation Department welcomes your feedback on whether these new configurations are achieving their intended goals. There are several ways you can provide input - by taking the online survey, attending public meetings in early 2024, or emailing the project team directly. Let them know what's working well and where there are opportunities for adjustments or improvements.
The aim for this pilot to balance the transportation needs of all users along the Summer Street corridor. Your feedback will be crucial in determining the right long-term configuration for our city. Read more details on the Summer Street Pilot.
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Giving Time To Your Neighborhood Starts With Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday, FPNA is asking neighbors to give their time to their neighborhood. In particular, FPNA is looking for resident Building Ambassadors and for residents to join the inaugural Fort Point Planning and Development Committee.
Did you know that there are 19 residential buildings in Fort Point?
FPNA is looking for Building Ambassadors to act as conduit of neighborhood communication between FPNA and your fellow residents. Be the first to know and help spread the word to your neighbors. FPNA sends on average 12 emails annually with neighborhood news and invitations to our monthly neighborhood gatherings. Become your residential building's Ambassador today.
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About The Neighborhood Happenings & Festivities
updated 11/28/23 with 11/30 Public Meeting regarding a new zoning code amendment to waive Article 80 review of affordable housing projects. Details below.
Upcoming Happenings
November 28: 244-284 A Street (Channelside) Open Space Workshop at 6pm. The Boston Parks Department and Related Beal are hosting a community workshop to review and gather input on design updates for key areas/program elements within the two primary parks at the 244-284 A Street (Channelside) development project. Register.
November 30: South Boston Christmas Stroll. Shop, Dine & Splurge from 4pm to 6pm starting with the arrival of Santa on a fire truck. The Original Dickens Carolers will be strolling along East Broadway (4-6 p.m.) and West Broadway (5-7 p.m.). And free Pedicab rides will be available from 5:30-7:30pm to whisk customers to their favorite establishments.
December 1: Light Up Seaport from 5pm to 9pm at Seaport Common.
December 3: Mayor Wu's Enchanted Trolley Tour at 2pm at M Street Park.
December 6: Gillette Community Meeting at 6pm. This special meeting hosted by Gillette will help shape the 31 acre site and will be followed by a robust public planning process.
Chapter 91 Comment Deadlines
November 22: 310 Northern
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
FPNA Gathering Introduces New Councilor-At-Large, Neighborhood Liaison, Restaurant, Over 55 Acres & More
You are invited to
A Neighborhood Gathering
on
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
6 pm to 7:30 pm
Sign Up
District Hall, 75 Northern Avenue
or
via Zoom
featuring
Our C-6 Community Officers
&
A Look Ahead at Development & Planning
of over 55 acres in the neighborhood
Ileen Gladstone
Cypher Street Construction Update
originally published 11.26.23
Friday, November 10, 2023
Interested In Gardening In The Neighborhood?
Two opportunities to garden in the neighborhood at two locations (A Street Park and Wormwood Park) on one day November 11th (rain date November 12th).
A Street Park
Community Gardens Lottery
10 am
Make
Fort Point Bloom
Saturday, November 11, 2023 (rain date 11/12)
10:30am
Wormwood Park (Wormwood & A Streets)
Join your neighbors for
coffee and donuts before digging in. We have 300 bulbs to plant and need your
help. Just think how lovely it will be to walk by daffodils blooming along the
A Street linear garden.
Tools and gloves provided. Green
thumbs not required.
We will be planting,
raking and sweeping until 2:30pm.
Boston Blooms is a city
wide program beautifying neighborhoods by planting daffodils generously donated
by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department.
Thursday, November 09, 2023
Fort Point Landmarks November 2023 Meeting
THE FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION
will hold a public hearing on:
I. DESIGN REVIEW HEARING
APP # 24.0394 FPC 25 THOMSON PLACE
Applicant: Levi Martin
Proposed Work: Install new blade sign and light.
II. RATIFICATION OF 10/23/23 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES
III. STAFF UPDATES
IV. PROJECTED ADJOURNMENT: 7:00 PM
Tuesday, November 07, 2023
FPNA Joins Downtown, Wharf District & Leather District in Councilor-At-Large Candidates Forum
updated 10/25/23 with Candidate Forum live stream by South Boston Beat.
FPNA invites you to a special
hosted in conjunction with
Downtown Boston Neighborhood Association
Leather District Neighborhood Association & Wharf District Council
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
5:30pm to 7:30pm
networking at 5pm
Atlantic Wharf
290 Congress Street
Fort Point Room, 2nd floor
View Candidate Forum
Clifton Braithwaite
Ruthzee Louijeune*
Julia Mejia*
Erin Murphy*
Bridget Nee-Walsh
Shawn Nelson
Henry Santana
Catherine Vitale
*running for re-election
Boston City Council Election
The November 7th election will select both At-Large and District
City Councilors.
The Boston City Council has 9 District Councilors and 4 At-Large
Councilors, all of whom have the same legislative and voting powers, but may
perceive their roles and who they represent differently.
District City Councilors are elected by the residents of a single
area of Boston, known as a District. The District boundaries are updated every
10 years, after the decennial census — and this upcoming 2023 Election will be
the first to use the new District Map adopted after the latest redistricting.
At-Large City Councilors are elected by the whole city.
November 7th Election Details
Voter Registration Deadline: October 28th
Register to Vote | Check Your Registration
Early Voting: Sat, Oct 28 -
Fri, Nov 3
Vote by Mail: October 31st Application Deadline
Election Day: Tue, Nov 7 from 7am to 8pm at District Hall, 75 Northern
Ave for residents of 02210
Wednesday, November 01, 2023
November Happenings: Art, BCEC & Cypher, Marine Park & More
November 2: 310 Northern Ave & 5 Fid Kennedy Ave (Parcel X), RLFMP, South Boston DPA Chapter 91 License Amendment Virtual Public Hearing at 2pm, requesting an extended term. Register.
November 2: 249 Artists Cooperative invites you to the opening reception of Video + Paint, New Work by Bebe Beard + Steven Muller from 5pm to 7pm at the Gallery at 249 A St.
November 2: MCCA (BCEC) Cypher St Remediation Project Public Discussion from 6pm to 8pm at 105 West First St. This project is different from the Cypher St Improvements Project that is currently ongoing by Massport. The BCEC parking lot abutting Cypher St. also requires environmental remediation. Attend to find out more.
November 9: 20-22 Drydock Ave & 331-339 Northern Ave (Parcel G/H), RLFMP, South Boston DPA . Chapter 91 License Amendment Virtual Public Hearing at 2pm, requesting an extended term. Register.
November 11: A Street Community Garden Lottery at 10am and Fort Point Blooms daffodil planting at 10:30am. Details.
Save the date for the 3rd Annual Martin's Park Ship Lighting on November 25th. If you would like to volunteer this fall and/or at the Ship Lighting, please complete this form.
In Case You
Missed It
October 27th Government
Accountability, Transparency & Accessibility Hearing on Community
Engagement in Planning