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Community Notes, Events, Updates & Public Comment Request May 11-17, 2026
Notes
The Allston Brighton-Boston College Community Fund
$3,000 Program/Project Grant
(Available twice per year—Fall & Spring)
Spring 2026 Cycle
Application Availability: Friday, April 10, 2026
Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
For questions please email bcneighborhoodcenter@gmail.com.
Allston Yards Allston-Brighton Community Fund
(Available once per year—Spring)
Spring 2026 Cycle
Application Availability: Friday, April 17, 2026
Application Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026
For questions please email Ellie Sheild (esheild@nedevelopment.com)
Jackson Mann – Housing with Public Assets Study
Boston Centers for Youth & Families, the Public Facilities Department, the Mayor’s Office of Housing, and Boston Public Schools are studying the feasibility of adding housing with a new community center and possibly an elementary school at the Jackson Mann School site in Allston-Brighton. The study tests a range of community center sizes based on the previously completed programming and siting study, as well as a mix of affordable and market-rate housing. View the final study report below.
JACKSON MANN – HOUSING WITH PUBLIC ASSETS STUDY
Stay tuned! We’re scheduling a public meeting and will announce the date and time as soon as they’re locked in.
Allston Brighton Voter Registration Drive
The Voter Registration Deadline for the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election is Saturday, August 22, In Person 5 pm; Online 11:59 pm; Postmarked by August 22. voteinma.com
Mayor Wu and B.A.A. Announce Recipients of the Fastest Bostonian Awards at the 130th Boston Marathon
- Danielle Bishop, who finished the race in 3:21:28. Bishop is an Allston resident who works as an Account Specialist for New Balance.
- Delmace Mayo, a Jamaica Plain resident (Boston Green Academy Graduate/Brighton High School Track) who competed in the wheelchair division of the marathon and finished in 1:51:11. There were no women from Boston competing in the wheelchair division this year.
Events
Virtual Licensed Premise Violation Hearings
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 @ 10:00 am
1) FACILITY CONCESSION SERVICES, LLC. , D/B/A: SPECTRUM, Location: 89 GUEST ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135, License#: LB-99313, Notice/Violation#: 007503, Category: GOPAL
Date 01/17/2026
Notice Over intoxicated patron in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64.
2) FACILITY CONCESSION SERVICES, LLC. , D/B/A: SPECTRUM, Location: 89 GUEST ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135, License#: LB-99313, Notice/Violation#: 007503, Category: GOPAL
Date 01/25/2026
Notice Assault and battery patron on patron in violation of M.G.L. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13A
3) FACILITY CONCESSION SERVICES, LLC. , D/B/A: SPECTRUM, Location: 89 GUEST ST
BRIGHTON, MA 02135, License#: LB-99313, Notice/Violation#: 007503, Category: GOPAL
Date 02/12/2026
Notice Assault and battery staff on patron in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13A
Email Contact: Maureen.Burgoyne@Boston.Gov
18 Nantasket Avenue Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Updated scope 4/6/2026: Erect a 3 story, 4788sf building with 4 residential units and 5 off street parking spaces (4 covered and one in rear of building) on the 5,010sf vacant lot in accordance with the 2021 IBC with 780 CMR (10th edition Mass amendments) regulations.
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident’s positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 161 599 0507
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
Rogers Park Phase 1 – Community Meeting 1
Parks and Recreation
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for an online community meeting about site analysis and next steps for Rogers Park!
Email Contact: Nelle Ward (nelle.ward@boston.gov)
Park Fitness Kick It by Eliza with Olivia
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Repeats weekly on Tuesday, starting from May 5, 2026, until August 25, 2026
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Kick It is a music-driven, kickboxing-inspired fitness method with 13 rounds. The class brings high intensity interval training with kickboxing, boxing, rhythmic components and a meditative cool down. All levels welcome! All you need is a yoga mat, sneakers, water, and yourself.
Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.
Brighton Common
30 Chestnut Hill Ave
Brighton, MA 02135
Contact: Jennifer Misiaszek
Parks Fitness Family Yoga with Maryssa
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Repeats weekly on Wednesday, starting from May 6, 2026, until August 26, 2026
Participate in FREE fitness classes offered by one of our certified instructors. Our classes are a partnership between the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and the Boston Public Health Commission. The series is sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Join us for an invigorating outdoor yoga class dedicated to cultivating core strength and enhancing workable flexibility. These sessions will focus on engaging and strengthening your abdominal muscles through a series of dynamic poses and mindful breathing exercises. As you flow through each movement, you’ll work to improve your flexibility, enabling greater ease and grace reaching your personal fitness goals!
Click the link below to sign up for the class on Eventbrite, which will allow you to add it to your calendar and receive updates, if there are changes or cancellations due to weather, etc.
Portsmouth Street Playground
35 Portsmouth St
Brighton, MA 02135
Contact: Jennifer Misiaszek
157 Brighton Avenue Abutters Meeting
Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Change wine and malt beverage package store license to all alcohol (Harvard Convenience)
The purpose of this meeting is to get community input and listen to the resident’s positions on this proposal. This is a virtual meeting via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 161 878 0529
Please note, the City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s).
Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
Aberdeen Architectural Conservation District Commission Public Hearing
Thursday, May 14, 2026 @ 4:00 pm
This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our Zoom Link or calling 1-929-205-6099 and entering meeting id # 165 974 8497. You can also submit written comments or questions to AberdeenACDC@boston.gov.
II. DESIGN REVIEW HEARING
APP # 26.0915 AB 9 KILSYTH TERRACE
Applicant: Rachael Gerry
Proposed Work: Install new heat pump and screening
APP # 26.0705 AB 133 SUTHERLAND ROAD
Applicant: Robert LeBlanc
Proposed Work: Replace front door and large picture window.
APP # 26.0898 AB 1757 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE:
Applicant: Jose Palencia Briceno
Proposed Work: Replace all, non-historic windows with 1 over 1, fiberglass windows with low-e glass.
III. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW
In order to expedite the review process, the commission has delegated the approval of certain work items, such as those involving ordinary maintenance and repair, restoration or replacement, or which otherwise have a minimal impact on a building’s appearance, to commission staff pending ratification at its monthly public hearing. Having been identified as meeting these eligibility criteria and all applicable guidelines, the following applications will be approved at this hearing:
APP # 26.0881 AB 4 CHISWICK ROAD: Limited Reconstruction of the existing brick and cast stone masonry parapet. Restoration of the remaining conditions not being reconstructed. Removal and replacement of limited areas of the roof edge fascia with new 16 oz copper fascia, to match the existing fascia profile.Limited replacement of the existing damaged/ cracked/ spalled cast stone masonry with new cast stone masonry with matching stone face dimensions and profiles; Patching of limited areas of damaged cast stone masonry with patching mortar. Cutting and repointing of the remaining areas of the brick masonry parapet. Cutting and repointing of selected areas of the brick chimney at the top floor and above the roof line. Cleaning and recoating of the cast stone masonry at the parapet with new elastomeric masonry coating, to match the current coating cast stone color. All replacement face brick, cast stone, and mortar is to match the current existing materials.
APP # 26.0909 AB 24 LEAMINGTON ROAD: Replace all windows on facade with 1 over 1, wood windows, spot repoint masonry (See Additional Items Under Design Review).
IV. ADVISORY REVIEW
APP # 26.0908 AB 1954 COMMONWEALTH AVENUE
Applicant: Mark Sangiolo; Sangiolo Assoc.
Proposed Work: Relocate and restore existing historic structure, build apartment structure behind it.
Allston Block Party! (Flyer Attached)
Allstonway Welcome Weekend (Flyer Attached)
Thursday: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Friday: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Six Locked Doors – The Legacy of Cocoanut Grove (Flyer Attached)
Updates
Zoning Board of Appeal Hearing
Inspectional Services Department
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Extensions: 9:30 am
Case: BOA- 1521916 Address: 15-17 Brackett Street Ward Applicant: Rebecca Zeng
Case: BOA-1199457 Address: 29 Sutherland Road Ward 21 Applicant: Paul Alan Rufo
Case: BOA- 1432486 Address: 46-48 Leo M Birmingham Park Ward 22 Applicant: Paul Alan Rufo
Video: Zoning Board of Appeal Hearings 5/5/2026
Slide the time bar to 6:45
Outcome: Motion to grant extensions as requested approved.
Conservation Commission Public Hearing
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
6:00 pm
Notice of Intent for DEP File No. 006-2120 and BOS File No. 2026-020 from AECOM on behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation (DCR) for proposed pavement resurfacing and stormwater management improvements at Christian Herter Park, 525 Western Avenue (1175 Soldiers Field Road), Allston, MA (BLSF, 25ft Riverfront Area, 25ft Waterfront Area, 100ft Buffer to Inland Bank).
Video: 05.06.26 Boston Conservation Commission Public Hearing
Slide the time bar to 1:19:28
Outcome: Motion to close hearing and issue the order of conditions approved.
Virtual Voting Agenda
Thursday, May 7, 2026 @ 10:00 am
Non-Hearing Transactions
The following are applying for a new Common Victualler License at a previously licensed location:
5. Mochiko Hawaiian MBCG 2 LLC
Doing business as: Mochiko Hawaiian Brighton
133 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135
License #: LB‐624695
Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised at a previously licensed location ‐ 2,200SF Quick‐service restaurant with counter and takeout service. The unit includes 35 seats and a full kitchen along the west wall, with storage located on the south wall and two bathrooms on the east wall. No patio.
Manager: Sean Ross
Hours of Operation: 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5-7-26
Slide the time bar to 8:39
Outcome: Approved.
Public Comments
Want to know more about the planning initiatives that are happening in Allston-Brighton? Check out The Boston Planning & Development Agency’s (BPDA) planning website https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/planning-in-allston-brighton to stay informed and learn about opportunities to comment. It is important to share direct community feedback about what is needed to make Allston-Brighton a great place to live and work now and in the future!
1200 Soldiers Field Road (PNF Comment Period End May 11, 2026)
https://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/1200-soldiers-field-road
Harvard Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) Phase B (Letter of Intent)
https://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/harvard-enterprise-research-campus-phase-b
Allston-Brighton Community Plan (Comment Period)
https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/allston-brighton-community-plan
Beacon Park Yard Regional Framework Plan (Comment Period)
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