Zoning Redesign Ward Meetings–Dates and Times

This fall and winter Newton City Councilors are working with staff to organize Ward-by-Ward meetings where members of the community will be invited to review the first draft of the Zoning Ordinance, Zoning Map, and provide comment.

From November 2018 – March 2019 we will hold one meeting in each of Newton’s eight wards. Each event will start with a short presentation about the framework of the first draft zoning ordinance and a brief history and purpose of the Zoning Redesign project. Attendees will be able to see the proposed zoning map for their ward up close and understand what the zoning could be for their property and other properties in the ward.

Finally, staff will meet with small groups to explain the proposed rules and building types for each zone, and answer questions about what these rules could mean for property owners and the neighborhoods themselves.

Everyone is invited and welcome to review the first draft Zoning Ordinance, first draft Map, and explanatory memo to City Council online ahead of their ward meeting.

Ward 5:  Thursday, November 29, 2018, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Angier School, 1697 Beacon St.

Ward 7:  Wednesday, December 12, 2018, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.,The Church of the Redeemer, 379 Hammond Street, Chestnut Hill

Ward-by-Ward Meetings in 2019

Locations to be announced; Specific times may change

  • Ward 1:   Thursday, February 7, 2019, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Ward 2:  Thursday, January 17, 2019, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Ward 3:  Thursday, January 24, 2019, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Ward 4:  To Be Announced
  • Ward 6:  Thursday, January 10, 2019, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
  • Ward 8:  Wednesday, February 13, 2019, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

 

Published: November 18, 2018 Filed Under: City of Newton Info, Email

Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!

From Marcia Johnson and Tamara Bliss, Washington Street Community Connectors:

Dear Community Friends & Neighbors,

Now that Standard Time is here, the days are getting shorter and temperatures are dropping, it’s a perfect opportunity to spend some time reading the Washington Street Vision Document which is now ready for review and comment.  We think you’ll find it quite interesting and informative!  The great part is that you can enter your own comments and read those of others.

To get started, just use the link Washington Street Vision Document.  Please be patient as these are large documents and can take a few moments to open

We have now started a month-long public comment period, which will close Sunday December 2nd, 2018.  Therefore it is critical for everyone to read and comment on as much of the content as possible before the comment period closes.

Thank you for your continued support for diverse housing and a smart approach to transportation that enables everyone to live, work, and play here in Newton and the surrounding communities.
Published: November 18, 2018 Filed Under: City of Newton Info, Committees, Email, Housing, Land Use

Thursday Topic Meeting on Newton Power Choice

What is Newton Power Choice and How Can you Impact the City’s Decisions About Your Energy Sources?  Come learn with LWVN! 

The City of Newton is developing a new electricity program, called Newton Power Choice.  It will increase the amount of renewable energy in your electricity supply.  How much renewable energy do you think the City should include in its energy contracts?  And how much would you be willing to pay for cleaner energy?

 Join members of the League of Women Voters of Newton (LWVN) on Thursday, November 15th from 8:00 am – 9:30 am at the Durant-Kenrick House (286 Waverley Ave, Newton) as we hear about this electricity aggregation program and the impact it will have on our community’s efforts to address climate change.  RSVPs to info@lwvnewton.org are appreciated!

For more information on Newton Power Choice, go to www.newtonpowerchoice.com

Published: November 11, 2018 Filed Under: City of Newton Info, Committees, Email, Environmental Issues, Events, Topic Meetings

JCHE responses to questions on Golda Meir House expansion

JCHE, which runs the Golda Meir House in Newton, responded to questions posed by LWVN and other audience members at the recent Newton CPC meeting.  To read them, click here:  JCHE response to questions

Published: November 11, 2018 Filed Under: City of Newton Info, Committees, Community Preservation, Email

Washington Street Vision Document is ready for comments!

From Marcia Johnson and Tamara Bliss, Washington Street Community Connectors:

Dear Community Friends & Neighbors,

Now that Standard Time is here, the days are getting shorter and temperatures are dropping, it’s a perfect opportunity to spend some time reading the Washington Street Vision Document which is now ready for review and comment.  We think you’ll find it quite interesting and informative!  The great part is that you can enter your own comments and read those of others.

To get started, just use the link Washington Street Vision Document and attached directions.  Please be patient as these are large documents and can take a few moments to open

We have now started a month-long public comment period, which will close Sunday December 2nd, 2018.  Therefore it is critical for everyone to read and comment on as much of the content as possible before the comment period closes.

Thank you for your continued support for diverse housing and a smart approach to transportation that enables everyone to live, work, and play here in Newton and the surrounding communities.
Published: November 11, 2018 Filed Under: City of Newton Info, Committees, Email, Housing, Land Use

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