The city would like to hear residents’ thoughts on the Jamaica Pond Boathouse and Bandstand as they investigate potential repairs, renovations and/or additions. The boathouse and bandstand date back to 1912 and are mainstays in community events such as the annual lantern parade, and many other gatherings. Boston’s Public Facilities and Parks and Recreation Departments are working with Annum Architects on a programming/feasibility study. The study will provide the city with info, design approach, estimated…
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Whether you like it or not, there will be a new White Stadium in Franklin Park — so it’s important to understand the benefits the city will enjoy thanks to the new stadium. Yes, White Stadium is costing a lot more than originally thought ($325 million total), and the city footing $135 million of the cost. According to Mayor Michelle Wu, that $135 million is protected by guaranteed maximum pricing contracts. The new White Stadium…
Bostonians wanted the city to fund community gardens in neighborhoods with limited access to affordable foods — and that’s exactly what they city is doing. Grant applications are now available as part of Boston’s Participatory Budgeting Initiative, Ideas in Action, which allows residents to decide how to spend a portion of the city’s budget. Through a public voting process in 2025, this project was selected as one of the winners. The total amount available for…
The city released two concepts to redesign Jefferson Playground and would like to know which one you prefer. The survey is available at: https://forms.gle/NHae67L3D9EicnS68 or by visiting the project webpage: boston.gov/jefferson-playground. The survey will remain open until February 28, 2026. The details of the concepts are: Concept 1 Retain (left image): Keeps existing orientation of baseball field; repairs to fence and batting cage; spectator seating west of basketball court Concept 2 Rotate (right image): Rotates baseball…
A snow emergency for the city has been declared starting Sunday at 8 am, with a parking ban taking effect at that time. The city is encouraging residents to stay home and avoid travel, and if needed, please use public transportation. Once the snow emergency goes into effect, vehicles parked on major roads and main arteries will be towed. Residents are also encouraged to sign up for emergency notifications through AlertBoston and to call 311 for…
