Traffic Advisory: Overnight Haul Road Closure Starting Today

The following traffic advisory is courtesy of the Seaport TMA. 

Please be advised that starting Tuesday, May 30 through Friday June 2, 2023, the westbound segment of Massport Haul Road to South Boston Bypass Road and I-90 East will be closed during overnight hours. A description for the overnight closure and detour is below.

Haul Road Closure Timing:

• Tues. 5/30 from 9 p.m. to Wed. 5/31 5 a.m.
• Wed. 5/31 from 9 p.m. to Thurs. 6/1 5 a.m.
• Thurs. 6/1 from 9 p.m. to Fri. 6/2 5 a.m.
• Friday 6/2 from 9 p.m. to Sat. 6/3 5 a.m.

The detour map and description are below. This closure is required to install permanent signage.

As always, when driving through and near the work zone, we ask drivers to pay extra attention to speed, lane markings, detour signage, barriers, police details, and construction workers.

Contact the Project

On-site construction concerns: (508) 962-8091

Questions via email: construction@bostonseaport.xyz

Boston Seaport general information: www.bostonseaport.xyz

Street Closures, Ramp Closures & Detours This Holiday Weekend

The rededication for the Massachusetts Fallen Heroes Memorial is scheduled to to take place Friday, May 26th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at 85 Northern Ave.

Northern Avenue from Fan Pier Boulevard to Harbor Shore Drive will be closed. Parking restrictions will be in place on the following streets:

• Northern Avenue, Southside (District Hall side), from Fan Pier Boulevard to Harbor Shore Drive
• Northern Avenue, Northside (Waterfront Park side), from Harbor Shore Drive to Fan Pier Boulevard
• Seaport Boulevard Northside (District Hall side), from Northern Avenue to Thomson Place

This Memorial Day weekend, we will welcome approximately 6,000 attendees to the South Boston Waterfront for Sunday's Boston’s Run to Remember Half Marathon & 5 mile road race. To accommodate the runners, there will be road closures and detours. There will also be overnight I-90 Exit 135 ramp closures from May 28 through May 30, 2023

Boston’s Run to Remember Half Marathon & 5 mile road race

Please be advised of the following Seaport Blvd closures on May 28th:

4:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Seaport Blvd closed between B Street and D Street
6:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Seaport Blvd closed between Atlantic Ave and D Street

A Northbound and a Southbound lane will be open on the Moakley Bridge between Sleeper Street and Atlantic Ave to allow traffic on Northern Avenue to bypass Seaport Blvd and provide access to Congress St. Cyclists can reference Seaport TMA's live map of bike parking and Bluebikes stations. MBTA Silver Line service may see busier than normal ridership levels and area garages may also be busier.

Overnight Ramp Closure May 28 - May 30: I-90 Exit 135

Exit 135 off-ramp from I-90 West to South Boston will be closed from Sunday, May 28 to Tuesday, May 30, with a detour via I-93 North, Purchase Street, and Congress Street.

Timing: Approximately 3:00 p.m. on Sunday May 28 to 5:00 a.m. on Tuesday May 30.

Purpose: To install steel beams in a safe and controlled manner, with access from the off-ramp, as part of the ongoing 10 World Trade air rights construction project. The off-ramp will re-open by 5:00 a.m. Tuesday morning.

Detour: From Exit 134/135, drivers will fork left instead of right, using the off-ramp to I-93 North. Drivers will be directed to take Exit 17 for Government Center and keep left on John F Fitzgerald Surface Road to Purchase Street, and turn left on Congress Street. The detour will be fully marked with signage.

Contact the Project

On-site Construction Concerns: (617) 592-6531

Questions via email: mpagliocca@suffolk.com

May Neighborhood Gathering Features Latest on Northern Avenue Bridge

updated 05/25/23 with presentation.

You Are Invited

to a
FPNA Neighborhood Gathering

Tuesday, May 23, 2023
6 pm to 8 pm
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
in partnership with Innovation Studios
303 Congress St (across from The Milk Bottle)
In person or Online Viewing Only


featuring
C-6 Boston Police Community Service Officers

 &
The Latest On The Northern Avenue Bridge
including Resiliency & the Fort Point Channel

with special guests
Chris Osgood
Mayor Michelle Wu's Senior Infrastructure Advisor 

Para Jayasinghe
City Engineer, Boston Public Works Department

John Sullivan
Chief Engineer, Boston Water & Sewer Commission

Charlie Jewell
Director of Planning and Sustainability, Boston Water & Sewer Commission

plus
Neighborhood News

Please note that this month's gathering will take place in person at WPI. Online is viewing only. 

If you have any questions for our speakers, please submit them by Monday at noon to FPNA.

***Special Thanks to Innovation Studios at District Hall for sponsoring us at WPI.***

originally published 5.22.23

Fort Point Channel Paddleboard Yoga and Boston Harbor Paddles This Summer

Summer is coming. SUP YO Adventures will be returning to the Fort Point Pier in June.  SUP Yoga will be teaching paddle board yoga and leading Boston Harbor paddle adventures every Wednesday and Sunday through August. 

Sundays at 9AM: Rise and Shine Paddle Board Yoga

Sundays at 10:30AM: Boston Harbor Paddle 

Wednesdays at 6:15PM: Sunset Paddle Board Yoga

Prices include all equipment and no experience is required to participate!

Get out on the Channel, meditate and enjoy.

Public Summer Safety Meeting This Wednesday

 As the summer quickly approaches, the Mayor’s Office will begin a Community Listening Tour Series. The Community Listening Tour is an opportunity for community members to share their opinions and ideas on the City’s violence prevention, intervention, and recovery efforts that will be in place this summer, all while we build community connections among leaders, residents, and city agencies alike. South Boston's Listening Tour is:

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

6pm - 8pm

Condon School, 200 D St. (beyond the Laboure Center)

The goals of this Listening Tour will be to:

1. Begin engaging the community in the summer safety strategy planning process;
2. Have a guided and authentic dialogue about issues surrounding and solutions to community
violence;
3. Gauge the needs, wants, hopes of the community members that have been impacted by
community violence;
4. Continue to build relationships with and within the community

The conversations shall be free-flowing, but will be roughly guided by the following questions:
1. What is one thing you hope to get out of these meetings? One thing that you hope to come from these meetings?
2. When you think about violence in your communities, what do you think is needed most to reduce this violence?
3. What isn’t working in your communities? What is working in your communities?
4. What is your vision for your neighborhood? What does a safe and healthy community look like to you?
5. Are you connected to solutions in your community? How would you like to be in contact with the City?

The primary goal here is to allow community members to offer insight on what they feel works in terms of community violence reduction during the summer months, and to gain feedback on how the presented ideas can be best implemented in communities across Boston. Additionally, we will begin conversations about the more broad, public-health-oriented city-wide violence prevention plan to reduce all forms of community violence.

Please contact Isaac Yablo with any questions or concerns. 

MA Convention Center Authority To Host Community Discussion on D & E St Parcels

The Massachusetts Convention Center Authority will host an open community discussion regarding the future of MCCA-owned parcels across from the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center (BCEC) on D & E Street on:

Tuesday, May 16, 2023
6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Condon School
200 D Street (off of W. Broadway behind the Laboure Center) 

Related Articles

Convention Center Authority shifts gears on controversial redevelopment plans in South Boston | WWLP 4/19/23

After pushback from local politicians, MCCA suspends sale of surplus Southie land and plans to rebid - The Boston Globe 4/18/23

Convention Center Authority Rejects Seaport Proposal For 'False Pretenses' | WBZ NewsRadio 1030 (iheart.com) 4/18/23

originally published 05.05.23

249 A St. Artists Cooperative Celebrates 40 Years with Art Exhibition at Atlantic Wharf Gallery

The 249 A Street Artists Cooperative announces the Artists of 249 A Street Cooperative: 40th Anniversary Exhibition, featuring the works of forty of its member artists. The exhibition is at the Atlantic Wharf Gallery (290 Congress St.) and runs now through August 11, 2023. The exhibition is free and open to the public from 7AM to 10PM.

An opening reception will be held on Thursday, May 18, 2023 from 5:30 -7:30 pm. 

The exhibition showcases work from members in diverse styles and mediums, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media, and photography. 

The exhibition also includes photographs of the Coop’s historic building, accompanied by historical information about how the cooperative came to be. The cooperative model allows artists to collaborate, share resources, and support each other in their creative endeavors.

It is also an opportunity to showcase some of the high number of artists living and working in historic Fort Point. "We're thrilled to present this exhibition of our members' work," said Steven Muller, President. "It's a testament to the strength and creativity of our community, and a chance for us to share our art with a wider audience." 

Visitors are welcome to view the works on display, and learn more about the positive effects and contributions of the 249 A Street Artists Cooperative to the community. 

For more information about Artists of 249 A Street Cooperative: 40th Anniversary Exhibition, or the 249 A Street Artists Cooperative, please contact J.S. Dykes at or visit the 249 A Street Artists Cooperative (249astreetcoop.com).

Fort Point Landmarks May 2023 Meeting

updated 5/11/22 with presentations.

THE FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION
will hold a public hearing on:

Thursday, May 11, 2023

6:00 PM

This hearing will be held virtually and NOT in person. 

You can participate in this hearing by going to the Zoom meeting link or by

calling  929-436-2866 and entering meeting id   995 6454 2847#.You can also submit written comments or questions to FortPointLDC@boston.

I.  DESIGN REVIEW HEARING

PP # 23.0588 FPC   280 SUMMER STREET

Applicant: David Woolaver

Proposed Work: Re-cladding all of the rotted window wooden trim with a matching aluminum.  Continued from the April 13, 2023 hearing. 

APP # 23.0898 FPC  25 THOMSON PLACE

Applicant: Brook Hindle 

Proposed Work: Installation of temporary SAV vinyl sticker signage to the windows. 

APP # 23.0917 FPC   5 NECCO STREET

Applicant: Sherry Clancy 

Proposed Work: Relocate west wall of existing transformer fence 1-4' closer to the transformer as well as landscaping improvements. 

APP # 23.0920 FPC    51 MELCHER STREET

Applicant: Alex Munoz 

Proposed Work: Streetscape improvements along Melcher Street including tree pits, bike racks and bollards; streetscape and accessibility improvements at the Melcher and A Street intersection including accessible curb ramps. Continued from the March 9, 2023 hearing. 

APP # 23.0907 FPC   17 FARNSWORTH STREET

Applicant: Nick Cassaro 

Proposed Work: Convert the existing building to office and laboratory uses. The new building will have a building height of approximately 67 feet compatible with the height of adjacent buildings to the north and south; a mechanical penthouse set back from Farnsworth Street; other rooftop mechanical equipment screened from view; a metal-frame facade with punched windows on its easterly and westerly facades to reflect the area’s post-industrial character.

II   RATIFICATION OF 4/11/23 PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES

III  STAFF UPDATES

 IV  PROJECTED ADJOURNMENT: 7:30 PM

FORT POINT CHANNEL LANDMARK DISTRICT COMMISSION

David Berarducci, Susan Goganian, John Karoff, Lynn Smiledge, Vacancy, Alternates: Thomas Rodde, Vacancy 

originally published 5.4.23

232 A Street Open House + Listening Session

Tishman Speyer and their life sciences real estate investment firm, Breakthrough Properties, invite you to: 

232 A Street Open House + Listening Session

Saturday, May 13, 2023
105 West 1st Street

10 am - 12 pm

R.S.V.P.

with coffee and pastries from Vester Cafe

In case you missed the BPDA April 12, 2023 232 A Street meeting regarding the proposed pre-project notification form filing, you can view the presentation and the meeting video. 

originally published 5.4.23

Have Coffee With The Mayor

The South Boston Coffee Hour with Mayor Michelle Wu and Anna White, our South Boston liaison, will be held on:

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

9:30 am - 10:30 am 

A Street Park

135 - 141 A St. (between Richards St and W 1st St)

Mayor Wu’s Neighborhood Coffee Hours are a unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and their neighborhoods. 

Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and assorted fan-favorite MUNCHKINS® donut hole treats. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with customized lawn games and gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. 

In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with customized lawn games and gift card giveaways. Residents at each event will also be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express.

For more information and updates on possible weather cancellations, please contact the Boston Parks and Recreation Department at 617-635-4505, on our social channels @bostonparksdept on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, or by visiting the Parks Department website.

originally published 5.03.23

Transit Advisory: Silver Line Detours 5/5 through 5/7

Please be advised that Silver Line detours will be in place on May 5 at 8:45 p.m. and during the weekend of May 6-7, 2023.

Silver Line Routes 1, 2, and 3 will be re-routed to the street level around Courthouse Station beginning at approximately 8:45 p.m. on May 5 and during the weekend of May 6-7.

This service change will allow for improvement work to take place at Courthouse Station. Signage will be in place during all scheduled changes in service to direct riders to shuttle bus stops. Extra MBTA personnel and Transit Ambassadors will also be on-hand to assist riders.

Silver line transit advisory provided by the Seaport TMA. Please contact the Seaport TMA with any questions.

Neighborhood Items At May 3rd Conservation Commission

The Boston Conservation Commission (ConCom) will hold its next Wednesday bi-weekly public hearing on:

May 3, 2023

6:00 pm

Zoom 

Dial-in audio: 929-205-6099

Meeting ID: 686 458 2044 #

The Commission reviews projects to determine what conditions, if any, the Commission will impose in order to protect the interests of the public and private water supply, groundwater, prevention of pollution, flood control, prevention of storm damage, protection of fisheries and land containing shellfish, and protection of wildlife habitat. View Full Agenda

Tip: You can zoom in and out to see where they are on the agenda.

Neighborhood Agenda Items

#4 Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1937 and Boston File No. 2023-026 from Epsilon Associates on behalf of 22 Drydock LLC for the proposed demolition of structures and removal and replacement of subsurface utilities at 22 Drydock Ave, South Boston, MA (LSCSF).

#5 Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and Boston File No. 2023-XXX from Nitsch Engineering on behalf of The Fallon Company for the proposed residential condominium development and subsequent landscaping and stormwater improvements located at One Harbor Shore Drive, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Coastal Bank) Fan Pier parcel H NOI and Stormwater report

#6 Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-XXXX and Boston File No. 2023-XXX from Epsilon Associates on behalf of SBMMP LLC for proposed soil borings and sediment samples collected from 3 Dolphin Way and 20 Fid Kennedy Avenue, South Boston, MA (LSCSF, DPA, LUO, Coastal Bank, 100ft Buffer Zone to Coastal Bank, Waterfront Area). South Boston MultiPort NOI

Acceptance of the Order of Conditions

Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-1927 and Boston File No. 2023-017 from Nitsch Engineering on behalf of Cronin Drydock LLC for the proposed building demolition and utility relocation located at 24 Drydock Ave, South Boston, MA (LSCSF).

Traffic Advisory: Seaport Blvd Westbound Lane Closure, Seaport Lane to B Street

Please be advised that that from Thursday, May 4th to Thursday, May 18th the westbound lanes of Seaport Boulevard from Seaport Lane to B Street will be closed for full roadway reconstruction.  

Detour Routes:

From Northern Avenue East: At the D Street Intersection turn left to and continue to Congress Street. Continue on Congress street East until B Street.  Turn Right onto B Street and continue to Seaport Boulevard. Turn Left onto Seaport Boulevard.  

Seaport Hotel Traffic from Northern Avenue East: As normal, continue past detour signage at D Street intersection and turn left onto Seaport Lane.  

Timing: The westbound lanes will be closed at all times between May 4-May 18. 

Purpose: The roadway is being reconstructed as part of the Commonwealth Pier Revitalization Project to provide revised drainage and to reconstruct the center median.  

The Roadway reconstruction includes the following scope of work: 

• Establishing work safety zone consisting of traffic barriers, gates, and construction fencing

• Full depth removal of the existing roadway system using excavators with material being trucked offsite  

• Raising roadway elevation up to 18 inches across the entire Westbound lanes via new subgrade materials delivered by truck 

• Grading, preparing, and compacting the subgrade materials in preparation for binder course paving

• Adjusting approximately twenty manholes, castings, and other utility structures

• Installation of binder course asphalt paving

• Delivery and installation of approximately 1,600 linear feet of granite curbing to create new roadway median

• Binder course asphalt infill at areas of curb installation

• Installation of temporary roadway markings

A State Police Detail will be stationed at the intersection of Seaport Lane and Seaport Boulevard throughout the period of roadway reconstruction. 

CONTACT THE PROJECT
Construction Related Concerns:  617-839-2201
Questions via email:  afagundes@tcco.co

originally published 04.28.23

Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park Final Master Plan Update Chapter 91 Public Meeting May 4th

The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) has submitted an application to the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (“DEP”) for a Consolidated Written Determination pursuant to 310 CMR 9:00 related to the Final Master Plan Update ("FMPU") for the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park (RLFMP). 

Thursday, May 4, 2023
2pm - 4pm

The purpose of this license application is to secure a Consolidated Written Determination (“CWD”) that allows for the redevelopment of certain parcels proposed in the RLFMP FMPU that are ineligible for authorization under the existing Master License #10233 to be licensed individually upon request. These specific parcels, detailed in Section 4 of the application, are anticipated to be redeveloped in phases over a period of years. The CWD will enable the DEP to regulate the future build-out of the RLFMP and ensure that impacts of individual projects are addressed in individual licenses.

View Public Notice.

Public comment deadline: June 9, 2023

Contact

Richard E. McGuinness, Deputy Director for Climate Change and Environmental Planning 
Richard.McGuinness@Boston.gov
617.918.4323

Water Main Flushing Starts May 2nd - June 6

The Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC) will commence Water Main Flushing in the Central, South End, North End, Seaport and South Boston areas starting:

May 2, 2023 through June 6, 2023

10:00 P.M. and 6:00 A.M.

The purpose of the water main flushing program is to improve the drinking water quality for residents and businesses in Boston.

The flushing process may cause discolored water and a reduction in pressure. The discoloration of the water will be temporary and is not harmful. If the condition persists, please contact BWSC's 24 Hour Service at (617) 989-7000.

A list of neighborhood streets and hydrants include:  A ST, CHANNEL CENTER ST,  WORMWOOD ST, NECCO ST., SUMMER ST, NECCO CT, MEDALLION AV, FARNSWORTH ST.,THOMSON PL, SEAPORT BLVD and COURTHOUSE WY.

View complete list for greater details.

BWSC appreciates our patience as they work to improve the quality of drinking water we will provide to the residents and businesses of Boston.

If you have any questions, contact BWSC's Night Operations Manager at (617) 989-7000 or visit our website @ www.bwsc.org  for weekly updates on the project.