Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request May 17-23, 2021
Anthony D'Isidoro
Harvard University
5/9/21-5/15/21
New Positive Cases: 3
Current in Isolation: 4
Current in Quarantine: 15
Boston College
5/10/21-5/16/21
New Positive Cases: 5
Current in Isolation: 7 (6 in isolation housing, 1 recovering at home)
Boston University
5/8/21-5/14/21
New Positive Cases: 23
Currently in Isolation: 20
Public Comment Period Available for Draft Amendment to Boston Cannabis Board Rules and Regulations
The Boston Cannabis Board (the “BCB”) will hold a public comment period regarding a draft amendment to its rules and regulations (the “Draft Amendment”) beginning Wednesday, May 12, at 8 a.m. and ending on Monday, June 14, at 11:59 p.m.
Public comment may be submitted via email to cannab...@boston.gov, in writing directed to the Boston Cannabis Board, One City Hall Square, Room 809, Boston, MA 02201. You can view the proposed amendment below:
Proposed Amendment: Section 3.09: Delivery: No Licensee in the City of Boston including but not limited to recreational cannabis dispensaries, manufacturers, and cultivators, may engage in the delivery of recreational cannabis including through a licensed courier or delivery operator, without the express written permission of the BCB.
Please contact the BCB at 617-635-2330 or cannab...@boston.gov with any questions.
The Brighton Board of Trade is proud to offer Allston-Brighton residents with an opportunity to apply for $1,000 academic scholarships in support of their pursuit of higher education.
Here are links to the digital version of this year’s application:
PDF:
Word Document:
This year’s completed application can be mailed to Tom Myers attention to the Oak Square YMCA or scanned and emailed to TMy...@ymcaboston.org by Saturday, June 12th.
Friends of Collins Park has a Facebook Page now!
Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/Friends-of-Collins-Park-100597055532959/?modal=composer¬if_id=1620505101952525¬if_t=aymt_simplified_make_page_post&ref=notif
Email: Collins Park (friendsofc...@gmail.com)
Events
Boston University Community Office Hours
Government & Community Affairs
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 @ 9:00 am
Community Office Hours are an opportunity for residents and community members to meet and engage with staff from BU’s Office of Government & Community Affairs about COVID-19 compliance and topics related to the University and campus life. Office hours will be held online through Zoom, if you’d like to stop by, please register here and you will receive a link to participate.
We look forward to seeing you!
Email Contact: Cecilia Nardi (cna...@bu.edu)
Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing
Inspectional Services Department
Tuesday, May 18, 2021
The May 18, 2021, hearing will be held virtually via video teleconference and telephone via the webex event platform.
Interested persons can participate in the hearing REMOTELY by going to our online meeting or by calling 1-617-315-0704 and entering access code 173 101 6655.
If you wish to offer testimony on an appeal, please signing up online. Please provide your name, address, the address and/or BOA number of the appeal on which you wish to speak, and if you wish to speak in support of or opposition to the project.
Hearings 9:30 am
Case: BOA-941670 Address: 257-259 Cambridge Street Ward 22 Applicant: Union Twist, Inc.
Articles: Article 51 Section 16 Use Regulations Use: Cannabis Establishment: Conditional Article 51, Section 53 Screening & Buffering Req (Proposed Project is abutting a Residential District)
Purpose: Change of Occupancy to include a Cannabis Establishment. The Applicant also proposes to modify the existing layout and conditions of the interior of the Building pursuant to the plans submitted with this application. Partial demolition of existing Building to create new Off Street Parking.
Email: Stephani...@Boston.Gov
The hearing can also be viewed via live-stream on the City’s website. Closed captioning is available.
Allston Board of Trade Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, May 19, 2021 @ 12:00 pm
Working together to strengthen and improve the quality of life and commerce in Allston.
For meeting details, email in...@abot.org
Bill Mills, President
Allston Civic Association May Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, May 19, 2021, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
This meeting will only be held virtually and not in person. You can participate in this meeting online or by calling in.
Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcOmvpjorHNc4oB0VlLc7O6jwXq1m7bm3
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Meeting agendas posted at:
www.allstoncivicassociation.org
www.facebook.com/AllstonCivicAssociation
Anthony D’Isidoro, President
Virtual Community Outreach Meeting
Thursday, May 20, 2021 @ 5:00 pm
The virtual community outreach meeting will be held via Zoom. Participants may also dial in by telephone using the phone number 646-558-8656 with meeting ID 82584651209#.
Notice is hereby given that Mayflower Medicinals, Inc. will hold a virtual community outreach meeting to obtain community feedback relative to the operations of its existing Medical Marijuana Treatment Center at 230 Harvard Avenue in Allston.
Interested members of the community will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive answers from company representatives about the proposed facility and operations. Questions can be submitted in advance by emailing reb...@vicentesederberg.com or asked during the meeting after the presentation.
Email Contact: Reb...@VicenteSederberg.com
Allston Brighton Health Collaborative Transportation Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The Transportation Committee of the Allston Brighton Health Collaborative (ABHC) is composed of community residents and organizations who recognize that transportation is a strong indicator and essential component of community health. We advocate to improve equity, access, and safety of all mobility modes in Allston and Brighton. Since 2016, this committee has worked closely with residents and stakeholders to address barriers to safe, reliable and accessible mobility and has become a leading neighborhood-wide voice on multi-modal transportation interests.
For meeting details, please contact Anna Leslie (anna....@abhealthcollab.org)
Community Meeting for Proposed Cannabis Establishment
Thursday, May 20, 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Join the Online Meeting: https://bit.ly/100LeoBirmingham
Event password: dNPEcp5VK54
Dial-in Number: +1-408-418-9388
Access Code: 173 496 7332
This is an application by CastleLeaf LLC for a Retail Recreational License to be operated at the address of 100 Leo Birmingham Parkway.
There will be an opportunity for the public to raise comments, questions, and concerns.
Email: Conor....@Boston.gov
MBTA/Allston Brighton Health Collaborative (ABHC) Proof of Payment Discussion Public Meeting
Thursday, May 20, 2021, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
The MBTA is transitioning to an all-door boarding process that will make trips faster. Riders will be able to board from all doors and the MBTA is developing a new fare verification process to confirm that riders have paid for their trip.
The MBTA wants your feedback!
1. What are your concerns and questions about the T's fare evasion and citation process now?
2. How would you like to see this process conducted in the future?
Email: Anna Leslie (anna....@abhealthcollab.org)
Updates
Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) Board Meeting
Thursday, May 13, 2021 @ 3:30 pm
PLANNING AND ZONING
8. Request authorization to adopt the Allston-Brighton Mobility Plan to guide Transportation Improvements and Investment in the Allston-Brighton neighborhood.
Video: BPDA Board of Directors Meeting 5-13-2021 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 1:52:55
Outcome: Approved
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS/INVITATION FOR BIDS/CONTRACTS
13. Request authorization to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with A Better City, Inc. to transfer $75,000 to prepare a Neighborhood Connector Study for Allston-Brighton neighborhood.
Outcome: Removed
ARTICLE 80 DEVELOPMENT/IDP NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Allston
20. Request authorization to issue a Scoping Determination waiving further review pursuant to Article 80, Large Project Review of the Boston Zoning Code for the construction of 149 residential rental units, including 25 income restricted units and 149 bicycle storage spaces, located at 35-43 Braintree Street; and to take all related actions.
Video: BPDA Board of Directors Meeting 5-13-2021 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 3:30:40
Outcome: Approved
21. Request authorization to issue a Certification of Approval in accordance with Article 80E, Small Project Review of the Zoning Code for the construction of 32 residential condominium units, including 5 IDP units, commercial space, 32 bicycles spaces and 32 parking spaces located at 120 Braintree Street; and to take all related actions.
Video: BPDA Board of Directors Meeting 5-13-2021 - YouTube
Slide the time bar to 3:47:30
Outcome: Approved
Public Comments Requested:
90 Braintree Street (Due by May 21, 2021)
http://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/90-braintree-street