Mayor Martin Walsh mingled with North End / Waterfront residents and then spoke to the group altogether at his coffee hour at Christopher Columbus Park earlier this week. First, he told attendees that Christopher Columbus Park will be getting a $260,000 new drainage system as part of the City’s FY19 capital plan. The Mayor had budgeted Read More…
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Wharf District Council July Agenda: Dialog with Mayor Walsh, Seaport Theater, Northern Avenue Bridge Project
The Wharf District Council will host their annual meeting with Mayor Marty Walsh on Tuesday, July 17 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the New England Aquarium Cafe. This is an opportunity to speak with Mayor Walsh on community issues and concerns and to hear the Mayor’s plans for the city. Also featured on Read More…
Mayor’s Column: Imagine Boston, Imagine North End
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Every spring, the City of Boston releases our Imagine Boston Capital Plan for the next five years. It outlines where our city’s budget will be focused, our longer-term plans, and our priorities. Essentially, the capital plan details what initiatives and projects in your neighborhood and across the City that we’ll Read More…
Mayor’s Column: How Summer Jobs Make a Difference
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh If you asked anyone working today, I bet they can remember their first summer job. It might have been flipping burgers, lifeguarding at the community pool, or helping kids as a camp counselor. Growing up, everyone in my neighborhood had a summer job — it meant independence, and extra money Read More…
Mayor Walsh Proposes Regulations for Short-Term Rentals in Boston; Sets 90 Day Annual Limit
Mayor Walsh proposed a citywide ordinance today establishing guidelines and regulations to regulate short-term rentals, i.e., Airbnb. Most notable is a 90-day limit for residential units rented via Airbnb and other similar sites. While details are in flux, only commercially zoned properties(i.e., hotels) would be able to exceed the 90-day limit. City officials believe this will Read More…
Mayor’s Column: Creating Home, and Giving Thanks
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Thanksgiving is not only a time to gather around the table with family, friends, and loved ones; it’s also a time to reflect on the year past and to consider all the things we have to be grateful for. I know I have a lot to be thankful for — Read More…
City Announces Measures to Protect East Boston and Charlestown From Climate Change
City of Boston Releases ‘Coastal Resilience Solutions For East Boston and Charlestown Report’, Outlining Near- and Long-Term Strategies to Protect Vulnerable Neighborhoods from Flooding Boston City Hall announced plans to implement new resiliency measures to protect East Boston and Charlestown from current and future flooding as a result of climate change. The measures include elevating Read More…
Mayor’s Column: How We’re Bringing Bostonians of Different Generations Together Under One Roof
By Mayor Martin J. Walsh Every year, more and more people are calling Boston home. Our population is growing: we’re expected to surpass 700,000 residents before 2030, which are numbers we haven’t seen in decades. This growth means that housing is in high demand. In 2014, we released our housing plan. It’s a roadmap to Read More…
Mayor Martin J. Walsh Speaks to Standing Room Only Crowd in the West End
Over 100 people crowded into the Amy Lowell Community room to hear Mayor Martin J. Walsh address the West End Civic Association, prior to their scheduled summer meeting on Monday night, August 14, 2017. The event was open to the public, attracting a wider audience than anticipated. The Mayor was peppered with a wide range Read More…
December 4th: Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour Comes to North End!
All welcome to see Mayor Walsh’s Enchanted Trolley Tour that will be stopping by the Prado (Paul Revere Mall) on Sunday, December 4th at 2:15 p.m. Come meet Santa and his holiday helpers while enjoying some light refreshments as The Prado tree is lit.
Triumphant Evening for NEMPAC at 15th Anniversary Celebration
Hundreds of community members, parents, instructors, founders and supporters gathered on Friday, September 23rd at the Boston Marriott Long Wharf to share their appreciation for neighborhood arts and culture at the 15th Anniversary Celebration of the North End Music and Performing Arts Center (NEMPAC). Mayor Martin J. Walsh received an award for his support of Read More…