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Allston Yards Allston-Brighton Community Fund — $3,000 Program/Project Grant (Available once per year — Spring) Spring 2026 Cycle Application Availability: Friday, April 17, 2026 Application Deadline: Friday, May 29, 2026 Application 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
Allston Brighton Voter Registration Drive “Democracy is not a spectator sport” The Voter Registration Deadline for the September 1, 2026 State Primary Election is Saturday, August 22, In Person 5 p.m.; Online 11:59 p.m.; Postmarked by August 22. voteinma.com
Events
Memorial Day Remembrance at Evergreen Cemetery (Flyer Attached)
Boston Landmarks Commission Public Hearing Tuesday, May 24, 2026 This hearing will only be held virtually and NOT in person. You can participate in this hearing by going to our online meeting or calling 646-828-7666 and entering meeting ID #160 779 3706. You can also submit written comments or questions to blc@boston.gov. Join the online meeting
I. Design Review Hearing — 4:00 p.m.
APP #26.0915 AB — 9 Kilsyth Terrace Applicant: Rachael Gerry Install new heat pump and screening.
APP #26.0705 AB — 133 Sutherland Road Applicant: Robert Le Blanc Replace front door and large picture window.
APP #26.0898 AB — 1757 Commonwealth Avenue Applicant: Jose Palencia Briceno Replace all, non-historic windows with 1-over-1 fiberglass windows with low-e glass.
II. Administrative Review
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.
V. Design Review Recap and Vote
APP #26.0915 AB — 9 Kilsyth Terrace Applicant: Rachael Gerry Install new heat pump and screening.
APP #26.0705 AB — 133 Sutherland Road Applicant: Robert Le Blanc Replace front door and large picture window.
APP #26.0898 AB — 1757 Commonwealth Avenue Applicant: Jose Palencia Briceno Replace all, non-historic windows with 1-over-1 fiberglass windows with low-e glass.
Park Fitness — Kick It by Eliza with Olivia Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 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. Register here Brighton Common 30 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brighton, MA 02135 Contact: Jennifer Misiaszek
1102 Commonwealth Avenue Abutters Meeting Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Services Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Seeking common victualler license; Sunday through Wednesday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m.–2 a.m. 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: 165 669 1147 Please note: The City does not represent the occupant(s)/developer(s)/attorney(s)/applicant(s). Email Contact: Sigurgeir Jonson (sigurgeir.jonson@boston.gov)
Protect Workers From Extreme Heat (Flyer Attached)
District D-14 Community Compstat (Flyer Attached)
Parks Fitness — Family Yoga with Maryssa Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 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. Register here Portsmouth Street Playground 35 Portsmouth St, Brighton, MA 02135 Contact: Jennifer Misiaszek
Everybody Dance (Flyer Attached)
Community Meeting: BCYF Jackson Mann Community Center (Flyer Attached)
Intro-To-Bluebikes Group Ride (Flyer Attached)
Updates
Licensing Board — Virtual Licensed Premise Violation Hearings
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.
1. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum Location: 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 007503 Date: 01/17/2026 Notice: Over intoxicated patron in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64. Video: Boston Licensing Board Violations Hearing 5/12/2026 — Slide the time bar to 16:26 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
2. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum Location: 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 007503 Date: 01/25/2026 Notice: Assault and battery patron on patron in violation of M.G.L. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13A Video: Boston Licensing Board Violations Hearing 5/12/2026 — Slide the time bar to 26:59 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
3. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum Location: 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 007503 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 Video: Boston Licensing Board Violations Hearing 5/12/2026 — Slide the time bar to 34:51 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
Licensing Board — Virtual Transactional Hearing
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.
1. 470 Washington St Corp d/b/a Popeyes 470 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-625766 Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above — 1,727SF Quick-service restaurant located within Park Center Plaza on a single floor. The space includes 7 customer seats, a full kitchen in the rear, and one restroom located at the front of the premises. Additional storage and office space are located in the back of the property. Manager: Mirla Minaya Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Video: Boston Licensing Board Transactional Hearing 5/20/2026 — Slide the time bar to 1:47 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
2. Delibas LLC d/b/a Sweetspoon 360 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-589338 Holder of a Common Victualler has petitioned to change the Closing Hours of the licensed business From: 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. To: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m. Video: Boston Licensing Board Transactional Hearing 5/20/2026 — Slide the time bar to 4:40 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
5. The Comfort Collective, LLC d/b/a AMA 100 Western Ave., Allston, MA 02134 | License #: LB-599551 Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day All-Alcoholic Beverages License has petitioned to pledge the license to Eastern Bank. Attorney: Dennis A. Quilty Video: Boston Licensing Board Transactional Hearing 5/20/2026 — Slide the time bar to 8:59 Outcome: Taken Under Advisement.
Public Improvement Commission Hearing
Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. (YouTube Video Pending)
New Business NB 1. 30–80 Warren Street, Cambridge Street, Brighton — Pedestrian Easement, Specific Repairs — On a set of petitions by Franciscan Hospital for Children Inc.
Licensing Board — Virtual Voting Agenda
Thursday, May 21, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m.
Licensed Premise Inspection Hearing — Tuesday, May 12, 2026
1. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 007503 Date: 01/17/2026 Notice: Over intoxicated patron in violation of M.G.L. ch. 138 s. 64. Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 0:45 Outcome: No Violation.
2. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 020526 Date: 01/25/2026 Notice: Assault and battery patron on patron in violation of M.G.L. 138 s. 64, ch. 265 s. 13A. Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 1:08 Outcome: No Violation.
3. Facility Concession Services, LLC d/b/a Spectrum 89 Guest St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-99313 | Notice/Violation #: 059183 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. Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 1:29 Outcome: No Violation, correspondence regarding deescalation, proportional force and retraining of staff.
Transactional Hearing — Wednesday, May 20, 2026
1. 470 Washington St Corp d/b/a Popeyes 470 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-625766 Has applied for a Common Victualler License to be exercised on the above — 1,727SF Quick-service restaurant located within Park Center Plaza on a single floor. The space includes 7 customer seats, a full kitchen in the rear, and one restroom located at the front of the premises. Additional storage and office space are located in the back of the property. Manager: Mirla Minaya Hours of Operation: 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 17:33 Outcome: Approved.
2. Delibas LLC d/b/a Sweetspoon 360 Washington St., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-589338 Holder of a Common Victualler has petitioned to change the Closing Hours of the licensed business From: 9:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m. To: 9:00 a.m.–1:00 a.m. Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 17:50 Outcome: Approved.
5. The Comfort Collective LLC d/b/a AMA 100 Western Ave., Allston, MA 02134 | License #: LB-599551 Holder of a Common Victualler 7 Day All-Alcoholic Beverages License has petitioned to pledge the license to Eastern Bank. Attorney: Dennis A. Quilty Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 18:37 Outcome: Approved.
Non-Hearing Transactions
One Day Amendment to Existing License:
5. Notch Brighton Tap Room LLC — LBS-626137 1420–1440 Soldiers Field Rd., Brighton, MA 02135 | License #: LB-447987 Has applied for a one day amendment to existing license to extend the license to the contiguous outdoor courtyard for the Brighton Bazaar on May 23 and May 24 between the hours of 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. Manager: Jenna Chillington Video: Boston Licensing Board Voting Hearing 5/21/2026 — Slide the time bar to 35:29 Outcome: Approved.
All Alcohol Special One Day License:
1. Sustainable Food and Culture — LBS-625878 13th Annual Jerkfest at 95 N. Harvard St., Allston, MA 02134 Date and Time: 07/11/2026, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. | 07/10/2026, 6 p.m.–10 p.m. | 07/12/2026, 12 p.m.–5 p.m. Manager: Nicola Williams Outcome: Approved.
2. Garage B Events — LBS-626120 Bar Mitzvah at 1420–1440 Soldiers Field Rd., Brighton, MA 02135 Date and Time: 06/13/2026, 7 p.m.–11 p.m. Manager: Adam Crystal Outcome: Approved.
3. Harvard University — LBS-626121 Dinner at 65 N. Harvard St., Allston, MA 02163 Date and Time: 06/05/2026, 7 p.m.–11:30 p.m. | 06/06/2026, 7 p.m.–11:30 p.m. Manager: Michelle Torra Outcome: Approved.
Malt & Wine Special One Day License:
18. Pedros on Wheels — LBS-626218 Graduation at 85 Glenville Ave., Allston, MA 02134 Date and Time: 05/28/2026, 3 p.m.–10 p.m. Manager: Pedro Alarcon 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!
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) https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/beacon-park-yard-regional-framework-plan
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