Boston Parks and Recreation held the third community meeting on planned improvements for the DeFilippo Playground (“Gassy”) on Monday, April 4, 2011. The video clip above shows the full presentation by Michelle Folts (Parks Department) and consultant Tamar Zimmerman with the some of the Q&A period attended by approximately 15 residents. Comments and feedback can Read More…
DeFilippo Playground, known as “The Gassy,” is years overdue for a major revamp, but Boston Parks Department officials presented a minimal scope of work for the planned renovation with a budget of only $275,000. Residents that attended this week’s community meeting were appreciative of the planned improvements, but identified several park areas in serious disrepair Read More…
NEWRA’s Parks & Open Spaces Committee toured DeFilippo Park on April 10th to brainstorm ideas for improving the open space for residents. Also known as “The Gassy,” neighbors complain the park does not get the attention of higher profile parks, despite its heavy use and dense surroundings. About 10 people showed up for the walkthrough, Read More…