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Four Corners/Newton Highlands Village Center Zoning Input Session draws 50+ participants

On Wednesday, November 30, approximately 59 residents participated in the third Village Center Zoning Input Session, focusing on the proposed maps for Four Corners and Newton Highlands. After a brief presentation by the Planning Department, Ward 5 Councilor Brenda Noel was the first to ask for clarification on what problems…

Board and Commission Meetings – Week of 12/4/2022

Newton Cultural Council will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 5 at 5:30PM. The agenda includes the following: Planning and Development Board will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, December 5 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Fair Housing Committee will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Tuesday, December…

Zoning and Planning – 11/14/2022 Report

The Zoning and Planning Committee voted to approve the following (see Report and watch video on NewTV): All other items were held. The Committee discussed a request to amend Chapter 30, Newton Zoning Ordinance, to allow animal service establishments by right in BU1 and BU2 zones. Economic Development Director, John…

City Council Meetings – Week of 11/13/2022

Zoning and Planning Committee will meet in person (Council Chamber/Room 204) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, November 14 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: Chair’s Note: There will be a presentation and discussion regarding the results of the recent Community Engagement period and feedback tool, along with follow‐up…

Board and Commission Meetings – Week of 11/13/2022

Newton Cultural Council will meet in person (1294 Centre Street) and virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, November 14 at 5:30PM. The agenda includes the following: Commission on Disability will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, November 14 at 6PM. The agenda includes the following: Newton Free Library Board of Trustees…

Board and Commission Meetings – Week of 11/6/2022

OPEB Board and Trustees will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, November 7 at 9AM. The agenda includes the following: Planning and Development Board will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, November 7 at 7PM. The agenda includes the following: See Packet. Economic Development Commission will meet virtually (Zoom link)…

Belleville: The future of Newton Centre

I participated in the last two community engagement efforts regarding Zoning Redesign, and my worst fears for the City’s plans for Newton Centre have been realized with the delayed sharing of the maps. My vision, submitted as a part of last year’s Vision Kit exercise, advocated for a plan that…

Green Line Riverside (D) branch will be closed Oct. 22-28 — ending two days earlier than planned

The third (and last scheduled) temporary closure the MBTA Green Line Riverside (D) branch will end two days earlier than scheduled! The line will be down October 22-28 between Kenmore and Riverside stations. Shuttle buses will again run along the route (except for Beaconsfield), and parking lots at Waban and…

Board and Commission Meetings – Week of 10/16/2022

Commission on Disability will meet virtually (Zoom link) on Monday, October 17 at 6PM. The agenda includes the following: Introductions Review and Approval of September 12, 2022 Meeting Minutes CDBG Report Vote on Top 3 for FY2024 CDBG-Funded Access Projects Accessible Fines Reports Treasurer’s Report ADA Coordinator’s Report October 27…

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