THURSDAY, January 23, 2020 The Sun ublished every hursday erving ack ay outh nd enway enmore P T S B B - S E - F - K CELEBRATING DR. KING ‘WE SHALL OVERCOME’ AT THE FCC State Administration to hold hearing on future of Hynes Convention Center By Dan Murphy ing the Hynes’ future for Monday, the Back Bay neighborhood,” Sen. Jan. 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Room William Brownsberger wrote. “We With Gov. Charlie Baker put- A-1 in the Statehouse. are working to assess both of these ting the John B. Hynes Conven- “I am very concerned about the impacts and we are still waiting tion Center up for sale as part of impact of the loss of the Hynes for a lot of information from the a plan to expand the Boston and on the business community of the Baker administration. Uncertainty Exhibition Center in the Seaport, Back Bay, and I am even more is not a good thing for the commu- the State Administration Commit- concerned about the impact of a nity, so I hope that we can start to tee has scheduled a hearing regard- possible unknown replacement of the Hynes on the quality of life in (Hynes Center, Pg. 2) ‘Executive Suite’ loophole closes; Sonder drops Albany Street petition

By Seth Daniel process as all short-term rentals. ment of short-term regulations, we Chris English, a policy advisor started to see an uptick of applica- Neighborhood and City offi- for the Mayor’s Office, said when tions for Executive Suite conver- cials are cheering a change to the the short-term rental (also known sions,” said English. “A handful Zoning Code this month that as AirBNB) regulations were craft- of them were approved by right. closed a loophole attempting to ed, the City felt that Executive They actually moved forward with be exploited by many short-term Suites already existed in the zoning a simple paperwork change. We rental companies hoping to evade code and were more of a commer- saw in the end of August and in the City’s new regulations on the cial use – and so they left them September that the same group of PHOTO BY DEREK KOUYOUMJIAN Bright Star Playmakers Reparatory Company performers Rosa industry. unaddressed when passing new, applicants were trying to convert Campbell and Blake Currie sing “We Shall Overcome,” the anthem of The Zoning Commission on more residential based, short-term a large number of units to Execu- protest against segregation and other racist policies in the United States. Jan. 8, in a unanimous vote, regulations. tive Suites. We figured this was the The performers came on a bus tour from North Carolina to perform at approved a text amendment to the Then they began to see the loophole that they were trying to various venues, including the Fenway Community Center’s MLK lun- Zoning Codes – allowing “Execu- floodgates open. exploit to get around our short- cheon on Wednesday, Jan 15. The performance included re-enactments of tive Suites” to fall under the same “As our lawsuit with AirBNB several moments in the fight for Civil Rights during the 1950s and 1960s. community and Zoning Board ended and we started our enforce- (Executive Suite, Pg. 3)

‘SPRITES & SPIRITS’ DEBUTS BPDA approves Boylston Street project, COMMUNITY CONCERT AT AT KAJI ASO STUDIO IN FENWAY rental units, LGBTQ-centric theater CATHEDRAL OF By John Lynds to liberate queer and trans peo- THE HOLY CROSS ple of color. Over the years TTO At its monthly board meeting has presented liberating art by, the Boston Planning and Develop- for, and about queer and trans ment Agency approved the mixed- people of color that transcends use project at 1252-1257 Boylston artistic boundaries, celebrates cul- St. in the Fenway. tural abundance, and dismantles The BPDA approved project oppression. will bring 451 rental units that The 10,000 square-foot per- includes 68 income-restricted forming arts venue will include units, as well as a 10,000 square- a 156-seat dedicated community foot LGBTQ-centric non-profit space, flexible space, actor spaces, theater. public spaces and support spaces. The 15-story, 226,700 square- Donna Owens, Chair of the Board of Directors of TTO, said foot building will honor the site’s PHOTO BY DEREK KOUYOUMJIAN history and affiliation with the her group is excited to be part of Mark Brown performs in one of LGBTQ community. The devel- the Boylston Street project. the Gregorian Impressions during opment team has signed a Letter “In the summer of 2017, The the Cathedral of the Holy Cross’s of Intent with The Theater Offen- Theater Offensive gathered staff, community organ concert on sive (TTO) to develop a Black Box board, and community members Sunday, Jan. 12. Since fully restor-

PHOTO BY MIKE MEJIA Theater on the ground floor as to develop a new three-year orga- ing the church and the organ, Soprano Suzanne Parker sings while Jonathan Lovenstein, who returned part of the development. nizational strategy,” said Owens. the Cathedral has welcomed the for the 31st consecutive year, plays piano during the opening recep- TTO is a 30-year social change “In short order, we have realized community into the Cathedral tion for ‘Sprites and Spirits’ at the Kaji Aso Studio in the Fenway organization that uses theater and a number of our strategy-driven for wonderful music by Director on Saturday, Jan. 18. The Fenway studio celebrated its 46th year last the creative process to deconstruct Richard J. Clark. See more photos November. oppressive practices and policies (Boylston St., Pg. 5) on Page 8. PAGE 2 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020 editorial

WINTER: SO FAR, SO GOOD (AND NOT SO GOOD)

The winter season thus far has been fairly easy to take for those of us who have lived in New England for all of our lives. The warmer-than-normal temperatures, highlighted by the record-breaking highs in the 70s two weekends ago, have been wel- come, especially for our home heating bills, which are much less than usual. And as we write this at the beginning of this week, the forecast through the end of the month is for continued warmer-than-normal temperatures. The lack of snow also has been a nice respite from the usual onslaught of winter, both for our backs (for those of us who shovel) and for munic- ipal budgets, whose snow removal costs have been under control through the first two-thirds of what is considered to be the meteorological winter months of December, January, and February. Of course, we all know that February often is associated with huge blizzards and March can roar in like a lion -- so we’d be the last to sug- gest that we should count our mild winters before the first crocuses push through the ground. Ol’ Man Winter no doubt will have a few tricks up his sleeve. However, what is undeniable is that the record-setting days of warmth Guest Op-Ed that we have experienced this winter, as well as in the past few winters, are part of the trend toward warmer temperatures around the world. Tariffs will hurt small businesses on Main Street USA When we were growing up (in the 1960s), the term “January thaw” referred to a few days when temperatures might have climbed to the high By Ryan Maloney (except South Africa) uses 700 ml. tions that are not even paying their 30s after a period of a few weeks with temps in the single digits and teens. So if there are more impediments fair share domestically! Boeing, The effect of the United States like a 25-100-percent tariff, any- Facebook, Amazon, and Google But the January thaws of our childhood were nothing compared to Trade Representative (USTR) thing but the basic whisk(e)y will are well equipped to weather the spring-like days we have experienced in the middle of these past few announced tariffs on small U.S. be shipped to U.S. The slack will international trade disputes within winters. businesses is dramatic and have be taken up elsewhere especially their own industries. China where demand is high. Climate change no longer is just a hypothetical. The recently-conclud- the potential to become devastat- Unfortunately, the Mom and Many smaller retailers of wine Pop stores are not designed sur- ed decade of 2010-19 was the hottest that ever has been recorded on ing. Not only would it effect sup- pliers and wholesalers of wine and and whisky have invested deeply vive when their livelihood is being earth. The resultant changes to our climate are fitting the models predict- single malt scotch, but it would in specialty items that the big used as a chess-piece in a multi chains and big-box stores do not ed by scientists since the 1950s, who correctly surmised back then and also have an influence at the retail country trade dispute. Especially carry, these items are exactly the level. Jobs and stores will be lost a trade dispute in which they have ever since that the infusion into the atmosphere of man-made greenhouse products that have been targeted right on Main Street USA where no say and no recourse. It is gases would have a significant impact on our climate. by the tariffs! You are essentially the impact will be felt most. important to note that there are no Our warming planet will have negative effects that only now are taking away the one advantage Wine in the first round of tariffs these stores have to stay relevant subsidies to the small businesses becoming evident, as scientific theory meets real-world conditions -- the was a 25-percent increase. Some and in business. It is unfathom- that will be effected by these tar- burning of Australia within the past few weeks being a case in point. suppliers were able to absorb it, able that they are being sacrificed iffs, as there were with agricultural Moreover, it is becoming increasingly clear that the previous scientific but 100-percent will be much to prove a point about a dispute tariffs. There are better ways with- tougher and for smaller retailers, in each of these disputed industries models of a warming planet understated the rapidity with which dra- between two international mega impossible. corporations in a field not even to handle this without putting matic changes to our environment are taking place. We no longer can In the case of European relevant to the same industry! undue stress on an industry that take comfort in thinking that climate change is something that is decades Whisk(e)y, there are different hur- Further these new round of is dominated by small businesses. away. dles. Single malt scotch sent to the tariffs are now being used a blud- Ryan Maloney is President, U.S. has to be specially bottled in a geoning tool against the European Massachusetts Package Store Climate change is happening now -- and it is becoming more evident 750 ml. While the rest of the world Union to help internet corpora- Association. with each passing day that the planet is being sacrificed to the greed of corporate interests who control our government officials, to the detri- ment of every living creature, including ourselves. Hynes Center (from pg. 1)

get our options in better focus very In September, the Mas- liers’ assembled for this project,” soon.” sachusetts Convention Center MCCA Executive Director David THE BOSTON SUN State Rep. Jay Livingstone Authority voted in favor of Gov. Gibbons said in a statement. “The President/Editor: Stephen Quigley, [email protected] added, “I look forward to a public Baker’s plan, and Colliers Interna- MCCA was purposeful in its goal Marketing Director: Debra DiGregorio ([email protected]) discussion of the positives and neg- tional is now handling the sale of to be diverse and inclusive and atives of Governor Baker’s propos- the Hynes. Colliers proved their commitment Art Directors: Kane DiMasso-Scott al and working with residents and “We appreciated, and to exceeding the high bar that was Reporters: Seth Daniel, [email protected] businesses of Back Bay to find the were impressed by, the talent set.” Lauren Bennett, [email protected] best result for the neighborhood.” and diversity of the team Col- January 23, 2020 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 3 News Briefs FLYNN CALLS FOR However, Flynn said there are BACK BAY of the Public Garden 50th Annual ty sponsored by IBA to dis-cuss still a lot of permits that are being Meeting its plan to demolish the former WEEKEND WORK allowed for the weekend. HAPPENINGS Join the Friends of the Public church/Arts Center in order to HEARING He believes it’s too much. • SAVE THE DATE for Garden for the 50th Annual Meet- build a new center. The plan is cur- City Councilor Ed Flynn has “There are a lot of requests for a new winter event on Boston ing at the Omni Parker House rently stuck before Landmarks and called for a Council hearing on the after-hours construction and a lot Common! To celebrate our 50th Hotel on Thursday, April 2. Event Inspectional Services. The meeting practice of granting per-mits for of it is happening in the South Anniversary, on Sunday, February begins promptly at 6:00pm. Stay will take place on Jan 29, in the weekend and after-hours construc- End,” he said. “The process needs 9, the Friends of the Public Gar- tuned for additional information Union United Church, Columbus tion work – a topic that has been to be looked at and they shouldn’t den will be sponsor-ing Skating as the date approaches. Avenue, 6 p.m. front and center in the South End be giv-en out as much as they are. with Friends, FREE skating for all •The Sound End Forum Opiate for some time. A new protocol was It’s a big impact on families, espe- on the Frog Pond! Stay tuned for SOUTH END DATES Working Group meeting is tentative- established and a lot of illicit work cially those with kids who need to more updates. •The will be a meeting for the • Save the Date: Friends on weekends has been stopped. get up to go to school.” greater South End communi- (News Briefs, Pg. 11)

Executive Suite(from pg. 1) term regulations.” said. “The new amendment would ule stays for less than 30 days. It was not readily apparent Suites. The City said residents who Those Executive Suites were require community input. It’s “Thank you for your request,” what the enforcement status was have questions or concerns about first noticed by the Boston Sun last about quality of life for residents read the e-mail. “I am sorry, but for the Churchill units at 345 Har- any potential short-term rental summer when residents of some and not about these companies. I in Boston we will need to book rison, but the City encourages resi- unit are encouraged to contact 311 of the newer buildings – includ- think it’s a victory for the neigh- all stays for 30 days. Have a great dents to report all suspected illegal so that the Inspectional Services ing 345 Harrison – reported that borhoods, and it brought neigh- weekend!” short-term rentals or Executive Department is notified. there were guests staying one or bors together and they demanded two nights in what were meant input and advocated for their posi- to be apartments. In that case, a tion. I’m proud to have worked company called Churchill Living with the neighbors and neighbor- had leased out a block of regular hood associations. I give them a lot apartments and were renting them of credit because this is important. SIMPLY FREE CHECKING out similar to a hotel. The same A lot of good people, longtime res- thing was happening just down idents, immigrant communities, the block from that building by a and low-income residents could MAKES LIFE SIMPLE company called Sonder. have been displaced because of this As that process continued, and loophole.” OPEN ANY NEW CHECKING ACCOUNT more executive suites were con- Already it seems to be having an AND YOU’LL RECEIVE FREE: verted, English said the administra- effect. tion, City Council and concerned On Tuesday night, Sonder rep- community members worked hard resentatives were to be before the Access to Allpoint® to close the loophole. Blackstone/Franklin Square Neigh- network with your EBSB With about 200 units in the borhood Association (BFSNA) for ATM/VISA® check card process of conversion on Jan. 8, discussion of a proposal to convert the Zoning Commission passed its units in the neighborhood. Sonder new regulations that would give wanted to convert 14 of 40 exist- the community warning and input ing rental apartments at 601 Alba- before any Suites could be convert- ny St. to Executive Suite short- Online Banking, Bill Pay ed by corporate short-term rental term rentals. It was one of the and e-Statements companies. many requests that are before the “We had about 200 or so units City and within the new process. in the application process at the Sonder’s Gregg Klein and Zon- time of the Zoning Commission ing Attorney Matt Eckel had been vote,” said English. “Now, all on the agenda to explain their pro- of those will have to go through posal and the timeline for the con- Mobile Banking, People a neighborhood process and go version – which also would have Pay and Check Deposit through the Zoning Board of had to make a trip to the ZBA. Appeal if they want to move for- However, Sonder pulled their ward.” proposal last Friday, said President Councilor Ed Flynn, whose dis- David Stone. trict in the South End and China- “They are now reconsidering Plus, get your FREE GIFT town has been disproportionately the proposal and whether to go when you open any impacted by the Executive Suite forward with their project,” he new checking account! situation, said applicants would said on Tuesday night. now have to come to community The Sun also revisited the 345 meetings, and then move on the Harrison situation this week. ZBA with or without the blessing In an unsolicited e-mail from of the neighbors. That, he said, is Churchill, the company was tout- a protection that will help to pre- ing nightly rentals once again at serve quality of life and keep liv- 345 Harrison. The rate was as NMLS # 457291 ing units in place for families and low as $130 a night, with access to Member FDIC | Member DIF 800.657.3272 EBSB.com residents – not out of town rental some amenities, including parking $50 minimum deposit required to open any checking account. Other fees may apply, see schedule of fees for details. Free agencies. and some of the fitness room. Pets gift is awarded when account is opened. EBSB reserves the right to substitute a gift of similar value. Please note, in the “Before the amendment, the were encouraged. event the value of the free gift exceeds $10, the bank is required to report the gift value on form 1099-INT. The recipient is Zoning Code for some neighbor- However, after trying to book responsible for all applicable taxes. Bank rules and regulations apply. Ask a representative for details. hoods allowed units by right to the room for a two-night stay in late be converted to Executive Suites January, a leasing agent wrote the Facebook.com/EastBostonSavingsBank without a community process,” he Sun that they could no longer sched- PAGE 4 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020 Boston Common Master Plan team seeks more feedback at second open house

By Lauren Bennett discuss what they would like to see Friends of the Public Garden, have ed more trees, more free events, a goals as this process moves forward. in each area of the park. been working on a robust public fenced-in dog park, a bigger play- Se said that a main goal is to “sup- A second open house regard- Gene Bolinger of Weston & engagement process for the Mas- ground, and better food options, port and sustain a multi-functional ing the Boston Common Mas- Sampson said the Master Plan is ter Plan, as they are very interest- among many other things. park for a variety of users.” Addi- ter Plan was held on Jan. 15 at intended to be a 15-month pro- ed in making this a true “people’s “People have been amazingly tionally, the team hopes to use this the Josiah Quincy Upper School, cess, as they “don’t want to take park.” So far 1,500 people have generous so far about contributing process to inform projects into the where design and engineering firm too much time for people to see attended mini pop-up sessions their thoughts and ideas about the future, strengthen the park’s charac- Weston & Sampson presented the meaningful change on the Boston across the city to provide feedback, Boston Common,” Bolinger said. ter, improve the natural and physical schedule and process for the proj- Common.” and more than 5,500 people have “This public engagement process infrastructure, expand amenities, ect, as well as more concrete goals. Weston and Sampson, along shared their thoughts and sugges- is not done tonight. It’s going to and improve safety, maintenance, Additionally, the public was invit- with other stakeholders such as the tions about the park, Bolinger said. continue on.” and management of the park. ed to split into breakout groups to Boston Parks Department and the He said that many people request- Bolinger said that around this Cheri Ruane of Weston & Samp- summer, the Master Plan docu- son talked about the six geographi- ment should be done, and poten- cal areas that they have broken the tial early action projects and Common into, which include the Public Meeting improvements could begin as early Parade Ground Zone above the as this calendar year. Boston Common Parking Garage, “The project team has spent a the Frog Pond Zone, the Park Street fair bit of time talking about guid- Area, the Visitor Information Cen- ing principles and goals and objec- ter/Parkman Bandstand, the Boyl- Lenox Apartments tives,” he said. ston Street area, and the athletic field Some of the guiding principles area. Each of these zones are used for Saturday, February 1 The Church of Saint Augustine & Saint Martin for the Master Plan include that different purposes in the Common, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 29-33 Lenox Street the park means “many things to and Weston & Sampson is really Roxbury, MA 02118 all people,” as it is a “critical outlet looking for feedback about what for surrounding neighborhoods” people like about each of the zones, Project Proponent: who use it as their backyards as and was they would like to see mov- Beacon Communities Services, LLC well as larger events, Bolinger said. ing forward. Additionally, the Boston Com- In areas like the Frog Pond Project Description: mon is used as a major commut- Zone, the project team is curious Beacon Communities Services, LLC, proposes to undertake a substantial capital improvement er route, and Weston & Sampson as to how people want to see the program to preserve Lenox Apartments located at 136 Lenox Street in the Lower Roxbury is looking at developing a plan Frog Pond used, as the infrastruc- neighborhood of Boston (the “Project Site”). The Project Site is comprised of 285 units across twelve (12) three-story residential walk-up buildings totaling 250,525 square feet that is currently owned and that will continue to accommo- ture for the skating rink is starting managed by the Boston Housing Authority (BHA). Beacon Communities capital improvement date people who move through to fail. The area also includes the program will ensure the physical integrity of Lenox Apartments and its long-term viability to continue the park in many ways on a daily Tadpole Playground, and the team to operate as affordable housing. basis. Bolinger said that of the wants to know if people think one 4,500 people who responded to playground is enough, or if the mail to: John Campbell the online survey, over 80 percent park should include multiple play- Boston Planning & Development Agency One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Close of Comment Period: of them said they use the Common grounds. In the Park Street area, Boston, MA 02201 2/7/2020 as a means of commuting. the team hopes to come up with a phone: 617.918.4282 He added that they also want plan that will move the upwards of email: [email protected] to recognize the people who 25,000 people who travel through come to the Common as a desti- the afea in the most efficient way, BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans nation. “We’re trying to balance and also create an inclusive means of Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary respect for nature and history with egress to the Shaw Memorial, as it enhancements and improvements is currently only accessible by stairs for this century,” Bolinger said. from inside the park. Balancing park use and care is The team is welcoming sugges- another guiding principle for the tions and ideas for every zone of Community Meeting Master Plan, as Weston & Samp- the park and is working to incor- son wants to “strike the right bal- porate these suggestions into the ance of intensity of use and care Master Plan, which will be used PLAN: Nubian Square and maintenance,” he said. Hand to create the improvements with in-hand with that is championing the $23 million that has been set Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee resiling strategies, which can help aside for capital improvements to manage climate change. the park. Monday, February 3 Bolling Building Liza Meyer, Chief Landscape For more information on the 6:00 PM - 7:45 PM 2300 Washington Street, 2nd Floor Architect for the City of Boston, Master Plan, visit bostoncommon- Roxbury, MA 02119 talked about some of the project masterplan.com. Event Description The Roxbury Strategic Master Plan Oversight Committee (RSMPOC) was developed to oversee projects that fall under the Roxbury Strategic Master Plan. Since the launch of PLAN: Nubian Square the RSMPOC meetings also include progress reports on the initiative.

At this meeting, the BPDA will be providing a debrief on the P3 Development Process, Lessons Learned, and Next Steps for the process.

All meetings are open to the public and community input is desired. For more information on the upcoming meeting, including the draft agenda and all materials from previous RSMPOC meetings, please visit bit.ly/theRSMPOC.

Please come join your neighbors to help shape the future of the neighborhood!

Contact: Muge Undemir Boston Planning & Development Agency One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02201 617.918.4488 | [email protected]

bostonplans.org @bostonplans Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary January 23, 2020 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 5 Residents are enthusiastic about Phase 2 proposal

By Lauren Bennett Todd Dundon of Gensler Archi- tects said that the landscape design Fenway Center, a project on for this phase includes creating a air rights parcels over the Massa- series of open spaces that allow chusetts Turnpike in the Fen-way, for people to pass through and is on track to becoming a reali- connect from Brookline Ave. to ty, with changes to a previously Lansdowne, as well as opportu- approved proposal set to go before nities for seating and activation the Boston Planning and Devel- from retail. There will also be an opment Agency (BPDA) board opportunity for a public garden as within the next month or two. A well. Trees will have to be plant- An artist rendition of the BPDA approved project at 1252-1257 Boylston St. in Fenway that includes a 10,000 Community Advisory Committee ed in raised planters as it is not an square-foot LGBTQ-centric non-profit theater. (CAC) meeting regarding Phase option to compromise headroom Two of the Fenway Center project for traffic below. Boylston St. (from pg. 1) was held at the Fenway Commu- “Everybody’s really thrilled to nity Center on January 15, where see this connection being made,” goals. We are excited to support youth-centered leadership pro- “This Letter of Intent reflects changes to the two building proj- said Tim Horn, CAC member this partnership with Scape on the grams, community-led artistic months of thoughtful engagement ect were generally well-received and president of the Fenway Civic Black Box Theater, which will pro- experiences, and people-powered between TTO, Scape, and the City by members of the CAC, many Association. “It’s really exciting; vide facilities stability for The The- civic engagements. of Boston,” said Owens. “This of which who have been involved it’s really good to be a part of ater Offensive and other queer and “We look forward to securing is the first significant step in this with this project for over ten years. this.” He said that the Fenway trans organizations locally for the a permanent home for queer and partnership, and we expect lots of John Rosenthal of Meredith Civic Association still feels that next 30 years and beyond. trans artists and youth, who have work ahead to realize this oppor- Management, the developer for even with the reduction in park- Owens added TTO plans to deliv- long sought a place for belonging tunity. In the next few months, we the project, said that Phase One ing, it is still an excessive number er an iconic, innovative and enduring in the Boston area, through our expect to continue negotiations of the Fenway Center project is of spots and fears that they will go space to advance its mission. programming in the Black Box with Scape, sign a Letter of Acqui- currently under construction and unused fifteen years from now. “We intend to provide an Theater,” they said. sition, address public feedback, set to be completed by June of “Now we’re looking at a way accessible space for artistic exper- The Boylston Black Box will and outline the project’s feasibility. imentation, expression, and public also help ground and grow a per- We look forward to updating you this year. Phase One consists of of doing a mechanical garage so discourse in service to the Fenway manent community within the on progress in the future. buildings One and Two, totaling in that day when parking isn’t and greater Boston communities,” Fenway. As an established and In its ruling the BPDA wrote, 346,000 square feet and approx- needed, it can be dismantled and she said. “We also seek to honor thriving organization TTO will aid “The newly approved project will imately 312 residential units. He floors put in,” Rosenthal said. He the site’s historical importance to in creating a sense of stability, by bring a number of community also discussed many of the com- said they want to adapt to a less the Boston LGBTQ community. “ acting as a conduit for maintain- benefits to Fenway and the City of munity benefits that came along car-centric Boston. with the original approval of the Producing Co-Executive Direc- ing, growing and defining the cul- Boston as a whole, including trans- “You’ve been very thoughtful project, which included the devel- tors of TTO Harold Steward and ture of the Fenway. portation, landscape and street- about the parking since the begin- opment of Lans-downe Station, a Evelyn Francis said they were TTO is currently in a prelimi- scape improvements to cultivate ning,” Pam Beale, owner of Corn- new intersection at Maitland and excited by the opportunity to nary, planning phase of a capital pedestrian activity and enhance wall’s and a member of the CAC, Beach Streets, and improvements establish a creative hub for our campaign that will ultimately pro- the public realm.” said. She added that she believes to David Ortiz Drive. thought provoking programs, vide support for the building proj- There are no parking spaces a real solution to the traffic issue The original approval for Phase including educational programs, ect, operations and endowment. associated with the project. would be to have a 24-hour Two happened in 2009, and MBTA. included approval for 1,300,000 However, “I think all the chang- gross square feet, 1,290 parking spaces, and buildings that were es are for the better,” she said mixed use commercial of-fice/lab, about the most recent proposal. retail, residential, and parking. Once the deck is built, which The current Notice of Proj- Rosenthal said will start this sum- ect change filed with the BPDA mer, the buildings will go up and includes less housing and less park- should be completed in 2023 or ing, and Rosenthal said they will 2024. have a garage with 600 parking Rosenthal thanked the commu- spaces, a small increase in height nity and the CAC for their involve- for the two buildings (Buildings ment in this project over so many Three and Four) due to the need years. “What this community did, for more rooftop me-chanicals to it was a big vision and it is coming accommodate office, lab, and life to life; it is coming to fruition,” he science uses, since that’s what the said. buildings will mainly consist of. Tim Czerweinski of the BPDA Additionally, there will be con- said that the comment period nections to Lansdowne Station for this project closes on Janu- and more land-scaped public open ary 27, and comments can either space. be emailed to him or submitted Rosenthal said that in order to through the project page on the finance a project in this location, BPDA website. He also said that rent that offices/labs are willing a public hearing before the BPDA to pay are necessary. There is also for a vote will be scheduled soon, a high demand for research and possibly in February or March. development as well as life science He added that this project uses in proximity to the Long- is also pending comments and wood Medical area and Boston review from the city, and that it is University, so this project will be finally becoming a reality: “We’ve able to provide those uses. been at this for quite some time.” PAGE 6 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020 ‘SPRITES & SPIRITS’ AT KAJI ASO STUDIO OPENING

Photos by Mike Meija

Friends of the Kaji Aso Studio gathered on Saturday, Jan. 18, for the opening reception of the latest art exhibition, “Sprites & Spirits.” Visi- tors escaped the snow and enjoyed a night filled with wine, food, poetry reading and music. Located on Fenway’s Saint Stephen Street, the Kaji Aso Studio celebrated its 46th anniversary in November 2019.

Artist Marjoie Layman reads a Pianist Linda Papatopoli speaks with Kim Clark of the South End selection of poetry.

Zinovy Vayman speaking with Larry Sloss.

Kaji Aso Studio Executive Director Katie Sloss listens intently during Kate Finnegan and Monita Artist Michael Biales reads from a the poetry reading. Rajbanshi. book of poetry. D-4 reports 6-percent drop in crime; could be better

By Seth Daniel decreased in the parks, with fewer let’s get some action.” needles in Franklin Square and The plan would be to install The D-4 police district experi- fewer people starting encamp- multiple cameras along the corri- enced a 6-percent decrease in over- ments in both Blackstone and dor of West Newton and Shawmut all crime over the past year, but Franklin squares. Avenue, with all of them tied into Capt. Steve Sweeney told mem- “I think Blackstone and Frank- the Boston Regional Intelligence bers of the Blackstone Franklin lin look good,” he said. “We have Center (BRIC). The alignment and Square Neighborhood Association a lot of police presence. I’m not quality of the cameras would give (BFSNA) he wasn’t ready to cele- seeing much in there like we did. police an unusual, continuous view brate just yet. I saw a couple of needles recently, of a portion of the South End that Sweeney told BFSNA on Tues- but not like we were seeing. Going has seen trouble over the years. day night that while a 6-percent forward, there will be a big push •CHRISTMAS SUCCESS drop is good, the numbers could when we hit the warmer months.” Treasurer Matt Mues reported have been much better. •CAMERAS CAN’T COME that the Christmas Tree Sale went “Crime for the year is down SOON ENOUGH very well this year, aided by the 6-percent,” he said. “That was Surveillance cameras will soon Mayor’s Enchanted Trolley Tour good, but we were seeing much be on the way at West Newton visiting Blackstone this year for the better numbers in August and then around O’Day Park once funding South End tree lighting. Barbara Fay selects chocolates, crackers, and chips during the social Atkinson Street (Operation Clean is forwarded from the mitigation Mues said they sold a record 82 hour of the art opening. Sweep) pushed a lot of people into account of the Harrison/Albany trees and 162 wreaths and raised D-4 and into the neighborhoods. project. thousands of dollars for the orga- We saw a lot of package thefts and Those cameras have now been nization. They sit on firm financial homeless and homeless crime… discussed for quite some time, and footing for both the general and We’re getting no cooperation from Capt. Sweeney said it’s time for parks funds. the victims on those crimes. We action on that. He said there was a •New Alexandra Ball Neigh- were down 10 percent at August. shots fired call on Shawmut’s 400th borhood Association President It’s still good, but it could be better.” block this month. He believes the James Dilday – a prominent Bos- Police have instituted fixed posts cameras would have been helpful ton attorney living in that area of in the area of Franklin Square, and in garnering information. As it is the South End – visited the BFSNA “Officer Mike” has been patrolling now, they have a witness, but no meeting on Tuesday and gave a the Blackstone/Franklin area on ballistics, no video, no victim or no rundown of their new association. foot for some time. However, it leads. He said they started late last was reported that he suffered a “They’re just waiting for the year due to the fact that their South tear in his shoulder and would money to come over from the End resident parking was taken likely now be out for a while. That account,” he said. “We need to get away via an emergency order from said, Capt. Sweeney indicated they those in there. They’re telling me Council President Kim Janey. They are committed to putting a replace- once they get the account num- also saw a need to organize to get ment on the beat for Officer Mike ber, it’s only going to take about action on many of the encamp- while he is out. 40 days to get them up. We had ments and “unwanted guests” that Sweeney said the activity the incident down there. We need migrated to their area from Mass/ since the cold months came has those cameras. This project pre- Cass in the late summer. Poet Harris Gardner speaks with artist Jeanne Gugino. dates me. Let’s get them up and January 23, 2020 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 7 ‘SPRITES & SPIRITS’ AT KAJI ASO STUDIO OPENING

Photos by Derek Kouyoumjian Jr. Day. The event brought peo- ple from all walks of life togeth- In conjunction with a grant er to enjoy some fantastic BBQ from Massachusetts Service Alli- food provided by Sweet Cheeks, ance, the Fenway Community reflect on performances depicting Center and Operation PEACE Dr. King’s efforts and the struggle organized a luncheon and per- against racism and segregation, formance for the neighborhood and get to better know one anoth- in honor of Martin Luther King er better.

Peterborough Senior Center residents enjoyed the food, the performance, and meeting other residents in the Operation PEACE director Mallory Rohrig (center) with Om and Fenway community. Santosh Sharma.

Rosa Campbell and Blake Currie re-enact Rosa Park’s his- toric encounter with racism in the form of a tired woman refusing to move to the “colored” section of the bus. The Sara Reilly and Jerry Cooper, known as the “King Of Wreckers.” Tasha Merchand and Julia Luiz. scene was portrayed by Bright Star Playmakers Reparatory Company performers Rosa Campbell, portraying the bus driver, and Blake Currie, portraying Rosa Parks.

Performer Blake Currie re-enacts Martin Luther King Jr. giving his The luncheon was organized by Executive Director of the Fenway Bright Star Playmakers Reparatory Company performers Rosa Campbell ‘Mountaintop Speech,’ the last Community Center Robert Kordenbrock, community volunteer Tribora and Blake Currie re-enact “Freedom Riders,” making their way into the speech he would give before his Kay, Program Coordinator Laura Jean Miller, and Zachary Kahn who South to spread change. assassination. was representing Northeastern’s Circle K community service organization. PAGE 8 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020 COMMUNITY CONCERT AT CATHEDRAL OF THE HOLY CROSS

Photos by Derek Kouyoumjian Cathedral’s Music Director Rich- ard J. Clark, who also conducted After religious services were the choir ensemble and performed concluded on Sunday, Jan. 13, on the Cathedral’s organ. It was Holy Cross Cathedral was the set- an awe-inspiring event celebrat- ting for a community-wide organ ing a historic location in Boston’s and choir concert followed by a South End. Richard J. Clark will tour of its grounds and a lecture next performance is planned for on its history. The concert was St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New of Gregorian Impressions, seven York City. movements composed by the

The organ at Holy Cross Cathedral was built by E and G.G. Hook & Hastings in 1875, the largest one that Cardinal Sean O’Malley greeted the community, giving them a brief his- manufacturer built. tory of the Holy Cross Cathedral before the concert began.

Holy Cross Cathedral Music Director Richard J. Clark conducted the Holy Cross Cathedral Music Director Richard J. Clark performs one of Choir member Craig Hughes choir, played the historic organ, and composed the Gregorian-inspired his Gregorian Impressions compositions on the historic organ. performs one of the Gregorian pieces performed by the ensemble. Impressions.

After the concert, the audience was treated to a tour and his- Choir member Jamie Korkos torical lecture of the Holy Cross performs one of the Gregorian Cathedral by its Communications Holy Cross Cathedral Music Director Richard J. Clark, with assistance from Gregory Merklin who turned the Impressions. Director Michael Kieloch. pages of the sheet music, finishes his Gregorian Impressions movement Ave Maria on the historic organ. January 23, 2020 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 9 e-scooters could unlock thousands of jobs for Boston residents

By Seth Daniel or e-bikes into that commute and found many communities would When Boston’s Charlie Palleschi greatly benefit. first saw an e-scooter at an event No community would benefit in Cambridge, he thought it simply more than Everett, according to looked fun. the study, but Boston neighbor- On second look, though, he hoods aren’t far behind in the realized the compact electric scoot- potential benefit, according to the A new study by a pro-micromobility association looked at how e-scooters and e-bikes might help residents er could likely change his commut- study. of Greater Boston access job opportunities with shorter commutes. All of the Boston area showed major ing life. And in fact, it has made For all of Boston, the study benefits, and micromobility advocates said no area is poised to benefit in a greater way than Boston neighbor- his regular commutes to Assembly found that within a 45-minute hoods like the South End, Back Bay and Fenway. Square in Somerville, downtown commute, there would be a 60-per- Boston – as well as trips to neigh- cent increase in job opportunities jobs available. You look at plac- ago, sidewalk space was the big- are powered by electricity, and his boring Everett and Revere – last for those using micromobility es like Jamaica Plain and Mission gest issue – pitting those wanting is very easy to charge and runs at a matter of minutes rather than options to either get directly to a Hill where it adds to increasing micromobility against those in the about 15 mph on flat terrain. blocks of 30 minutes or more. job, or to cover part of a commute access to existing transportation. disability community who worried Added to the practical uses, “I was blown away when I first from a train station or bus hub. These jumps usually happen in about blocked sidewalks and thor- McConaghy said they are simply tried one in Cambridge as a demo,” Without such transportation places underserved by public tran- oughfares. a fun way to get to work or any he said. “I began to think that if I options, Boston residents can sit and places where there are large Boston does have scooter legis- other destination, “They really are had one of these, I could commute access about 436,000 quality jobs transit deserts. Micromobility lation in place, and it is ready and a fun experience because on a nice from my house to Assembly Row within a 45-minute commute. waiting for the state to take action. there can unlock economic oppor- day you’re outside and the wind in minutes…It totally changes With micromobility added in, tunity quickly.” McConaghy said Boston has been is going through your hair under everything on good days – and get- that number jumps to 696,000 Right now, users can operate ahead of the curve in debating and your helmet. It is just a fun way to ting downtown is super easy. I’ve – a 60-percent difference. The e-scooters or e-bikes if they own passing legislation, but he said they get around.” used it a lot to go to Revere, taking next largest gain for communities them – like Palleschi does - but the hope the state can “get out of the the train there and then jumping was neighboring Everett, which rental companies such as BlueBike way” to allow this new transpor- on the scooter to get to my des- saw a 303-percent increase in job cannot operate e-scooter/e-bike tation to help city residents more SERVICES tination – kind of using it for the opportunities with micromobility sharing platforms in the state. easily access job opportunities. last mile. I can even keep it in my factored in. Chelsea increased 79 While Boston has tried out micro- Palleschi said using and e-scoot- JOHN J. RECCA office, which is crazy. I just throw percent and Somerville had a 68 mobility already and has prepared er not only helped his work com- it under my desk. You can’t do that percent increase. PAINTING for them to come, the state still has mute, but also expanded the places Interior/Exterior with a bike, and certainly not a car “This is one of a series of stud- not passed legislation that allows he considers going in his free time. Commercial/Residential or anything else. Going into down- ies we’ve done in cities across the them to be rented out like bikes. He also said that, unlike riding Fully Insured town, parking can be $40 or $50 United States,” said Micromobility That is mostly due to the fact that a bike, you don’t arrive at work Quality Work and this is free.” Coalition CEO Ryan McConaghy. they are dockless and are to be hot and sweaty. That’s an issue for Reasonable Rates Palleschi and others in the Bos- “These studies look at the access left on the sidewalk when a rider many bike commuters, who need ton region are some of the first of mobility options like e-scooters Free Estimates is done with them. During debate to shower when they arrive at [email protected] converts to e-scooters and e-bikes, and e-bikes to unlocking econom- over a scooter ordinance at the work on a hot, summer day. but they may not be the last if a ic opportunity…Greater Boston is Boston City Council a few years He noted that the e-scooters 781-241-2454 coalition of “micromobility” one city area that could be a prime advocates can convince the state beneficiary for e-scooters. Around to allow more access to this new 49 percent of car trips are under wave of transportation via rent- three miles. These trips are easily Public Meeting al-share companies that operate replaced by dockless e-scooters e-scooters and e-bikes (motor and e-bikes. Boston is the most assisted bicycles) in the same way congested city in America. By that BlueBikes operates. moving people out of cars and A new study on micromobility – into e-scooters and other means Frederick Douglass Peace Garden the use of e-scooters and pedal-as- of transportation, that can change. sisted e-bikes – shows that Greater Boston is uniquely positioned to Wednesday, February 5 Roxse Homes Community Room Boston is positioned as one of the benefit.” 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Rear of 1050 Tremont Street Roxbury, MA 02120 areas nationwide that would most McConaghy said one of the benefit from the widespread intro- greatest time-savers for commuters Project Description: duction of such new transporta- using micromobility is to bridge The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) invites the community to a public meeting to discuss tion systems. the gap for the last mile – such as Parcel X-26B in the South End Urban Renewal Area, known as the Frederick Douglass Peace Garden. The study was released late last using e-scooters to get from MBTA week by the Micromobility Coali- stations to a destination that is At this meeting, we invite the community to review the first draft of a request for proposal (RFP) and tion – a trade association that rep- beyond walking distance, but too provide feedback. The RFP draft is based on comments from the first community meeting held on November 6, 2019. resents e-scooter and e-bike rental close for a car or Uber ride. companies. That study focused on “They might be using them to access to jobs for residents of sev- go directly to a job opportunity, eral Greater Boston communities, or maybe they are using them to mail to: Morgan McDaniel Boston Planning & Development Agency including all of Boston’s neighbor- bridge a public transit desert – Close of Comment Period: One City Hall Square, 9th Floor hoods, Everett, Chelsea, Brook- going the last mile much faster,” he Boston, MA 02201 2/19/2020 line, Cambridge and Somerville. said. “It’s no surprise to us there phone: 617.918.6250 email: [email protected] Using Census data, they looked are significant jumps in opportu- at jobs available within a typical nity in Boston. In particular, you BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans

45-minute commute on public look at a place like Everett which Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary transit. Then they added e-scooter sees an increase of 300 percent of PAGE 10 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020 Supt. Cassellius releases framework for public school plan

By Seth Daniel on her strategic plan released last of our progress to better outcomes said. “These are strategies. Supt. ago to fix, maintain and build new week. for all of our students.” Cassellius did not outline goals, schools. By bringing a Capital Stra- After more than six months of Instead of goals in that plan, she Dr. Charles Grandson, chief but rather five commitments.” tegic Plan, they hope to stretch out visits to all 135 school buildings in has released commitments to the equity and strategy officer at BPS, One of the unique pieces in her the BuildBPS initiative for more of the Boston Public School district, families, students, staff and overall told the Sun the document con- plan calls not only for high-quality a long-term strategy. and conducting more than 100 Boston community for BPS going tained input from around 2,100 schools in all neighborhoods, but “A capital strategic plan will community meetings, Supt. Bren- forward under her leadership. unique voices from all across Bos- also “joyful classrooms,” a state- allow us to see where we’re going da Cassellius submitted her final The five commitments outlined ton – including several meetings ment not often seen in a strategic over a longer period of time,” he strategic plan to the Boston School in the plan include: the South End and Back Bay. document. said. He said one of the pieces of “It is unique and we want The new plan builds upon the Committee last week. •Eliminate Opportunity and Achievement Gaps. those commitments was around school to be a place young people Boston School Committee's current It’s a plan that, Cassellius and •Accelerate Learning doing basic things better. want to be and the school envi- strategic plan, which was created administration officials said, came •Amplify All Voices “What we heard from stake- ronment to be happy so they can through a community-driven pro- together with the advice of thou- •Expand Opportunity, and holders was there was a real clear thrive,” he said. cess in 2013, 2014 and 2015. The sands of voices from all over Bos- •Cultivate Trust. call to action from parents and Another piece that parents will next phase of this process includes ton – voices that included parents, Each commitment is tied to a set families on improving basic things be anxious to see more about is continued community engagement teachers, community groups, stu- of priorities and progress will be we’re not fully doing,” he said. a new customer service approach through a 30-day public comment dents and elected officials. It will measured by clear and measurable “Those are things like maintaining to the central office and regional period through Feb.. 14. Commu- be a roadmap for Supt. Casselli- goals, district leaders said. The school buildings, improving the leadership. As part of a regional nity members can review and com- us and contains general goals for plan aspires to lift up and support cafeteria, heating and ventilation effort in the strategy, superinten- ment on the strategic plan at bos- the district. The bones of those schools, starting with those most in the schools, and fair and equi- dents will once again be in charge tonpublicschools.org/strategicplan goals will be filled in with specif- in need, increase academic rigor table funding across all schools. of schools within a region of the or attend an in-person review of ics on Feb. 5 when she submits her in all grades across all schools, We also heard a call for a clear and city. the plan during the following pub- School Budget draft to the School improve funding equity in the way productive pathways from pre- Hiring a more diverse pool of lic meetings: Committee. resources are distributed, and pro- school to graduation.” teachers, staff and administrators • Jan. 30 at East Boston Library, That’s when parents in Boston vide deeper engagement with stu- Other such examples, he said, is also a priority in the new strate- 365 S Bremen St, East Boston will know with more certainty dents and families. included fixing transportation gy so that those leading the schools • Feb. 6 at Condon Community how the strategic plan will specif- “This plan, and the thousands issues, making registration easi- reflect the demographic popula- Center, 200 D St, South Boston ically affect schools like the Hur- of voices that played a part in er, having a rigorous curriculum tion of the district – which overall • Feb. 11 at Thelma D. Burns ley K-8, the Blackstone School, shaping it, are a testament to the across the district, better food/ is predominantly made up of black Building, 575 Warren St, Dorches- and the Josiah Quincy Upper and value Bostonians place on our stu- nutrition and improving opportu- and Hispanic students. ter Lower schools. dents and their future,” continued nity for students with disabilities A strategy involving the upkeep, The final strategic plan will be and who are English Learners. maintenance and construction of That budget plan is expected to Superintendent Brenda Cassellius. presented to the Boston School “Together, we will hold ourselves “One clear goal is that every buildings is to re-evaluate the steps be voted on by the Committee Feb. Committee on Feb. 26 for approv- accountable to these commitments child, every classroom and every toward following BuildBPS- the $1 26. al. through transparency, shared deci- school gets what they need to billion commitment announced by For now, though, Cassellius is sion making, and regular reporting achieve the highest potential,” he Mayor Martin Walsh two years looking for input and attention

Real Estate Transfers LEGAL NOTICES BUYER 1 SELLER 1 ADDRESS PRICE BACK BAY LEGAL NOTICE occur as an online auction grant from the Massachusetts Roush, William R Baker, Jon M 4 Arlington St #4 $5,000,000 Notice of Self Storage Sale via www.storagetreasures. Preservation Projects Fund Popov, Boris Burke, Carson L 79 Dartmouth St #3 $1,135,000 Please take notice Prime com on 2/10/2020 at 12:00 through the Massachusetts Storage - Boston Traveler St. PM. Unless stated otherwise Historical Commission. located at 33 Traveler St., the description of the contents All work must be performed BEACON HILL Boston, MA 02118 intends to are household goods and in accordance with the docu- Schoemaker, Kimberly Bramson, Robert 48 Beacon St #9R $1,690,000 hold an auction to sell the furnishings. Raye Murchison ments prepared by and avail- Lee, Minsuk Maher FT 342 Commonwealth Ave #2 $462,500 goods stored by the following unit #3315; Albert R. Skane able from Spencer, Sullivan tenants at the storage facility. unit #4044; Carlos A Alonso & Vogt, 1 Thompson Square, Samardina, Kateryna Goldenthal, Leah 8 Whittier Pl #7D $550,000 The sale will occur as an on- unit #4082; Yvonne Santiago Suite 504, Charlestown, Mas- line auction via www.storaget- unit #4200; Enoch OD. Wood- sachusetts 02129 (617-861- SOUTH END/BAY VILLAGE/KENMORE reasures.com on 2/10/2020 house unti #4201. All property 4291) and meet the Secretary Parker-Lee T Ling, Gabriel 301-319 Columbus Ave #305 $2,645,000 at 12:00 PM. Unless stated is being stored at the above of the Interior’s Standards otherwise the description of self-storage facility. This sale for the Treatment of Historic 178 West Canton St LLC Schmid, Paul A 178 W Canton St $4,200,000 the contents are household may be withdrawn at any time Properties. State law prohibits Wang, Xiaoliang Anderson, Curtis N 74 Fenway #12 $421,000 goods and furnishings. Wil- without notice. Certain terms discrimination. Awarding liam DeLove unit #219; and conditions apply. See of this contract is subject to Tsai, Ernest T Tsai, Andy H 87 Gainsborough St #306 $375,000 Jeffrey D Bulpett unit #247; manager for details. Affirmative Action and Equal Parsonnet, Brian Resch, William 27 Greenwich Park #1 $1,080,000 Curtis M Babine unit #300. All 1/23/20, 1 /30/20 Opportunity guidelines. Pierson, John Wilde, Timothy J 60 Rutland St #5 $815,000 property is being stored at the BS Bids shall be evaluated on the above self-storage facility. This basis of price, previous expe- 178 West Canton St LLC Schmid, Paul A 178 W Canton St $4,200,000 sale may be withdrawn at any LEGAL NOTICE rience with similar types of Fauteux, Andrew P Lilleystone Angela U 28 Worcester Sq #2 $702,500 time without notice. Certain INVITATION TO BID construction projects, ability to terms and conditions apply. GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH BRICK perform the work in a timely See manager for details. MASONRY AND WINDOW manner, and references. All WATERFRONT/DOWNTOWN 1/23/20, 1/30/20 RESTORATION bids must be delivered to the Clarke, Cynthia M Scioletti, Bradley 2 Battery Wharf #4409 $1,800,000 BS The Somerville Hispanic architect’s office at the above Association for Community address no later than 12:00 Kafasis, Paul Bonney, Alison G 536-538 Commercial St $3,500,000 LEGAL NOTICE Development, the Awarding noon, Monday, February 17, Regan, George K Berkshire Bank 20 Rowes Wharf #TH1 $1,855,000 Notice of Self Storage Sale Authority, requests bids for 2020 to be eligible for consid- Please take notice Prime historic brick masonry and eration. Storage - Boston Southampton window restoration work at A pre-bid conference will be April Callahan St. located at 100 Southamp- Grace Baptist Church, 59 Cross held at Grace Baptist Church, Street, Somerville, Massachu- 59 Cross Street, Somerville, at [email protected] ton St., Boston, MA 02118 April847.971.7273 Callahan intends to hold an auction setts, which is listed in the 10:00 AM on Monday, Febru- to sell the goods stored by State & National Registers of ary 3, 2020. [email protected] the following tenants at the Historic Places. The project is 1/23/20 847.971.7273 storage facility. The sale will being partially funded with a BS COMPASS IS A LICENSED REAL ESTATE BROKER AND ABIDES BY EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY LAWS. January 23, 2020 THE BOSTON SUN PAGE 11

D - 4 P O L I C E N e w s WRONG-WAY DRIVER eford Street and turned right onto Justice Information Services inqui- He will be summonsed to Boston The victim gave chase before On Wednesday, Jan. 15, at Boylston Street. Police stopped ry of the driver, which revealed his Municipal Court. he was approached a male suspect about 2:30 a.m., police observed the vehicle outside 941 Boylston license had been suspended. who he believed was the female a grey vehicle take a grey vehicle St. and conducted a motor vehi- Officers instructed the driver to SPARE CHANGE suspect’s boyfriend. turning right off Massachusetts cle traffic stop at which time they turn off and exit his vehicle. On Friday, Jan. 17, at approxi- “Just let it go,” he said to the Avenue onto Newbury Street, determined the driver wasn’t wear- Police then instructed the driver mately 7:59 p.m., officers respond- victim. “It’s not worth losing your headed in the wrong direction. ing a safety belt. to remove all valuables from the ed to 683 Tremont St. to a radio life over. After the vehicle was observed The driver, who didn’t notify vehicle before it was towed from call for a robbery in progress. At this time, the victim stopped continuing down Newbury Street police his Massachusetts driver’s the scene. Upon arrival, police spoke with chasing the female suspect and the wrong way, it stopped at the license had been suspended, said The driver was subsequently the victim, who said a former watched her run towards Colum- intersection of Newbury and Her- he was following directions on his charges with operating a motor female employee of Upper Crust bus Avenue. eford streets. The vehicle then phone, which instructed him to go vehicle with a suspended license, Pizzeria had grabbed a coin bag The victim said neither individ- headed the wrong way down Her- the wrong way. going the wrong way on a Boston from beneath the cash register and ual brandished a weapon during Police conducted a Criminal street and not wearing his seatbelt. walked away with it. the robbery.

From Pg 3 News Briefs Public Meeting ly scheduled for Tues., Jan. 28, at 4 11, at 6:45 p.m. in Project Place, p.m. in the Hampton Inn and Suites, Washington/East Berkeley Street. Mass/Cass. Look for updates as the •The second-ever monthly meeting might change. meeting for the Alexandra Ball •The South End Forum will not Neighborhood Association will meet at its regularly scheduled Jan- take place on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 7 Digital Signage uary date. The first quarter meet- p.m. in the Grant AME Church, Monday, January 27 1 City Hall Square ing is still up in the air, but a date Newcomb Street entrance. The 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM of Feb. 4 is being discussed. agenda D-4 Police report, Boston City Hall, 9th Floor Room 900 •The Ellis South End Neigh- Transportation representative and Boston, MA 02201 Project Proponent: borhood Association will have a a Parks Department representa- Digital Signage board meeting on Jan. 28, 6:30 tive. p.m. in 66 Berkeley St. Project Description: •The Worcester Square Area FENWAY TIMES The BPDA is recommending an adjustment in the permitted times for digital sign operation. Currently digital Neighborhood Association •Fenway Sound. Dr. Erica Walk- signs are permitted to operate between 7am and 2 am. The BPDA is recommending to change the permitted (WSANA) will host its monthly meet- er presents the results of her 2019 times of operation to 6am to 12am. Additionally, the BPDA is recommending changes to Section 11-7 of the ing on Tuesday, Jan. 28, in the Boston study on noise levels in the Fenway. Boston Zoning Code (Electronic Signs). The BPDA is recommending that language referencing Article 7 Medical Center’s Menino Pavilion in Thursday, Jan. 23, 6:30 p.m., Fen- (Variances) be inserted into Section 11-7. the con-ference room, next to the sur- way Community Center. 1282 Boyl- gical suite waiting room. ston St. – enter on Jersey Street. mail to: Mark McGonagle •The East Berkeley Neighbor- •The Rink at 401 Park is open Boston Planning & Development Agency hood Association (EBNA) will an operating (weather dependent). One City Hall Square, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02201 have its next meeting on Tuesday, The rink is open seven days a week. phone: 617.918.4283 Feb. 4, at 6:30 p.m. in Project Monday-Friday, 3-9 p.m.; Satur- email: [email protected] Place. day, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 •The Eight Streets Neighbor- a.m. – 8 p.m. $10 for adults, $6 for BostonPlans.org @BostonPlans hood Association has scheduled its college students, seniors and kids Teresa Polhemus, Executive Director/Secretary Winter Meeting for Tuesday, Feb. under 12. Skate rentals are $6. For Record From the Jan. 22 License Board hearing, City Hall: feet of meeting space. Outdoor year round patio on private property for 90 patrons. •Crazy Good Kitchen, LLC D/B/A: GKC on Newbury, 266 NEW- •EW TIMES GROUP CORPORATION D/B/A: Chef Chang’s on Back Bay, BURY St., Back Bay. Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exer- 30 MASSACHUSETTS Ave., Back Bay. Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day Malt cised on the above - In one room in basement with kitchen and seating. Outdoor and Wine w/ Liqueurs License has petitioned to transfer the license and location of the annual patio (weather permitting) on private property with 44 seats, same hours as licensed business from the above - To: Smashburger Acquisition Boston, LLC d/b/a Smash- the restaurant. Manager: Jose Desouza. Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. burger 545 Boylston St., Back Bay. The premises is located on the first floor of the office •G & V Restaurant, Inc. D/B/A: Shah’s Halal Food, 1124 BOYLSTON St., Fenway. Has building at 545 Boylston St. The square footage of the premise is 2,231 and consists of a applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above - Kitchen on first floor, kitchen, dining room, and 2 restrooms. Outdoor annual patio on private property same basement for storage. Manager: Nitral Patel. Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. hours as restaurant. Rachel Serillo, Manager. 10 p.m. Closing Hour. •95 Waltham Street LLC D/B/A: 95 WALTHAM St., South End. Has applied for a Lodg- ing House License to be exercised on the above - 6 story brownstone building with 11 units From the Jan. 28 Boston Landmarks Commission meeting, City Hall Rm. 900, 4 p.m.: total. Basement studio and lower level of 1 bedroom unit. 1st floor, studio rear, top floor of •Paine Furniture Building, 81 Arlington St.: Installation of one cast aluminum plaque at 1 bedroom, 2 floor, 3rd floor, 4th floor, 5th floor rear/front studios. Manager: Bruce Miller. Arlington Street entrance. •245 Newbury, LLC D/B/A: 245 NEWBURY St., Back Bay. Has applied for a Lodging •Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. James Avenue: Replace 29 existing lighting fixtures House License to be exercised on the above - Garden level barbershop, 1st floor front retail/ at the exterior second story level of the building with LED color changing fixtures. office, 1st floor rear 1 bedroom apartment, floor 2, 3, 4 are lodging units with private bath •Boston Young Men’s Christian Union Building, 48 Boylston Street: Installation of exteri- per floor. Manager: Frank Hoff. or signage including: two blade signs at Boylston Street façade; and two awnings and a blade •476 Columbus, LLC D/B/A: 476 COLUMBUS Ave., South End. Has applied for a sign at the east elevation of the building along Marty’s Way. Lodging House License to be exercised on the above - In whole of Second, Third and Fourth •Museum of Fine Arts, 465-475 Huntington Avenue: Replacement of skylight at Behrakis Floor of building located at 476 Columbus Avenue, Boston, MA 02118, with three (3) lodg- Wing for the Art of the Ancient World. ing rooms per floor. Total occupancy of twelve (12) persons. Manager: Keith Beardsley. •BOSTON TAVERN COMPANY, INC. D/B/A: LION’S TAIL, 300 HARRISON Ave., •HOW TO REPORT A PROBLEM PROPERTY South End. Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day All Alcoholic Beverages License has peti- Since taking office in 2014, Mayor Walsh has made fixing quality of life issues a priority tioned to change the d/b/a of the licensed business - From: Lion’s Tail To: Yellow Door Taqueria. in his administration. From investing in Public Works to making sure community policing •LBV HOTEL, LLC D/B/A: LOEWS BOSTON HOTEL, 154 BERKELEY St., Back Bay. is a staple in every neighborhood, we are making sure every neighborhood is clean, safe and Holder of an Innholder All Alcoholic Beverages License has petitioned to amend the descrip- a great place to live and work in. Unfortunately some properties in Boston need more help tion of the licensed business. From: In whole of said building. Includes an outdoor sea- than others, and that’s why we are here. If you know of a property that fits one of the sonal (April-October) patio on private property for 90 patrons. To: Hotel consisting following criteria: multiple calls to 911, one that’s blighted or just a general concern, of ten (10) floors and 225 guest rooms with one restaurant and bar with 4,000 square we encourage you to reach out to your neighborhood liaison. PAGE 12 THE BOSTON SUN January 23, 2020

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