Urban Renewal Zone extensions Please be advised that the North End/Waterfront Residents Association (NEWRA) strongly opposes the BRA’s proposed ten-year extension of the 14 expiring Urban Renewal Zones (URZ), and particularly the zone in the North End/Waterfront neighborhood. During the…
Category: Editorials
Downtown View:Reducing Your Carbon Footprint
Let’s pretend. It is 2024. Senate bill 1747, An Act Combating Climate Change, passed the Massachusetts legislature and was signed by the governor in 2017. The bill made Massachusetts a leader in combating carbon emissions. A couple who lives in…
T Fare and Parking Rate Hikes Another Who’s on First Gig
What’s the secret? Will Gov. Charlie Baker raise MBTA and parking fees although he has publicly stated on several occasions during his campaign to rule on Beacon Hill no new taxes or fees? Mum is the word from the governor…
Mayor’s Education Plan as Easy as A,B,C,D
Just about everyone agrees that the best investment that can be made for young people is to support their education and making sure the best learning facilities are available to them. It doesn’t matter how or who gets it done…
Downtown View:Air Rage
On August 6, a United Airlines passenger at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport was arrested after he refused to turn off his cell phone and then punched another passenger. On September 11, a 27-year-old man on a JetBlue flight stood up…
Protecting Employees from Illegal Practices Sends a Good Message
The protection steps for workers employed by businesses that have been issued a food and/or liquor license in the City of Boston that would illegally deny fairly earned wages is a solid policy that will protect workers from this practice.…
Is There Any Room for Compromise on Hotel Proposal?
It appears that there is going to be a lengthily battle between Waterfront residents and the developer (JW Partners) to build a hotel on Lewis Wharf. A large throne of opponents filled the Nazzaro Community Center gym to express both…
Downtown View:More ideas
Last week this column offered ideas for improving life in Boston. Several brave souls suggested transportation improvements that would reduce traffic on Boston’s streets. They were happy to be identified. Other suggestions came from people who did not want to…
Take the Time to Register to Vote
October 14 is the last day to register to vote in the November 3 Municipal Election. Unregistered Boston residents should take a little time to become a part of selecting who is running the city and become engaged in the…
Boston Police Cadet Program Should Be Reinstated
After many years in limbo, the Boston Police Cadet Program has been reinstated opening up opportunities for city residents to eventually become Boston Police Officers. A training program for qualified Boston youth seeking a career in law enforcement by enrolling…