Mayor Walsh’s ONEin3 Council Now Accepting Applications Mayor Walsh’s ONEin3 Council Now Accepting Applications Read on...
Fort Point Channel Activation Grant Program opens applications for 2015 $50,000 in funding to be awarded to winning submissions Read on...
BRA Board approves two new residential projects, athletics complex for Wentworth, and self-storage facility in West Roxbury last night BRA-owned building in Chinatown to be renovated for new tenant Read on...
Mayor Walsh, Director Golden release “Building the New Boston Redevelopment Authority” 2014 year in review report highlights reforms to improve transparency and accountability at agency Read on...
Boston Living with Water announces exhibition at BSA Space on February 25 Organizers of the Boston Living with Water International Design Competition will host an exhibition of the competition submissions Read on...
Mayor Walsh and the Boston Tax Help Coalition launch new website along with expanded services New user-friendly website directs eligible Boston residents to free tax help sites around the City Read on...
BRA makes $400,000 in grants available for South Boston organizations in pilot of new community benefits process Standard application expected to improve transparency of funding allocations with goal of replicating approach citywide Read on...
Boston Living with Water organizers announce nine finalists in international climate change competition Teams will compete for $20,000 grand prize to be awarded in June Read on...
BRA Board approves over $490 million in new development at February meeting Major projects in Fenway, East Boston, and Dorchester set to move forward Read on...
ONEin3 and Artists for Humanity Present: Art with Heart An evening of collective art making to build community and support artists and creativity Read on...
Mayor Walsh Announces Rory Cuddyer as Startup Manager Will lead efforts to unify and bolster ecosystem for Boston’s entrepreneurs Read on...
ReadBoston’s Storymobile program now accepting applications for sites this summer Delivering a mobile learning experience to promote children’s literacy Read on...
Mayor Walsh Welcomes 2015 ONEin3 Council Members poised to inspire civic leadership among Boston’s young adults Read on...
ONEin3 Art with Heart: An Evening of Art Creation ONEin3 Art with Heart: An Evening of Art Creation Read on...
BRA Board approves $131 million in projects at March meeting New hotel will transform historic building in Charlestown Navy Yard Read on...
BRA unveils plan to redesign Dorchester’s Mt. Vernon Street to support multimodal transportation and alleviate traffic concerns New design embraces Boston Complete Streets principles Read on...
ONEin3 March Event: Harvest investment community leader speaks at Workbar ONEin3 March Event: Harvest investment community leader speaks at Workbar Read on...
BRA announces public engagement plan for urban renewal extension process Residents encouraged to attend community meetings and join conversation on social media Read on...
Office of Jobs and Community Services realigns focus to better reflect citywide Economic Opportunity Agenda Announces $4 million in grant funding to place Boston residents on a continuum to success Read on...
ONEin3 April Event: Third Thursdays at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum ONEin3 April Event: Third Thursdays at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum Read on...
Pier 4 owner and BRA solicit ideas for 20,000 square feet of new civic and cultural space in South Boston Waterfront Proposals should enhance access to harbor by creating a vibrant public destination Read on...
Bruce C. Bolling Building in Dudley Square Offically Renamed Bruce C. Bolling Building in Dudley Square Offically Renamed Read on...
Can't find tax help at the IRS or post office? The Boston Tax Help Coalition is here for you! Read on...
The BRA and Fort Point Channel Operations Board announce 2015 Watersheet Activation Grant Awardees A new year brings new art and energy to the Fort Point Channel Read on...
BRA Board approves over $215 million in new projects at April meeting Projects will create over 500 units of new housing for residents and students Read on...
City of Boston, BRA, and Boston Society of Architects to hold Innovative Design Alternatives Summit on May 6 and 7 Thought leaders to convene on Mayor Walsh’s challenge for innovative design Read on...
Mayor Walsh announces “Imagine Boston 2030” at design and architecture summit City to begin first citywide planning process in 50 years Read on...
Youth Options Unlimited Boston launches new website to provide high-risk youth with better access to opportunities Updated site features online referral system and the voices of young people to show impact of YOU Boston’s work Read on...
BRA Board approves $65.8 million in new projects at May meeting Approved projects will introduce over 600 units of housing and target needs of specific populations Read on...
Capital Construction completes $2 million HarborWalk and bulkhead repair A ‘bulk’ of work completed at Wharf 8 in the BMIP Read on...
Mayor Walsh to honor winners of Boston Living with Water competition during celebration at BSA Space Over $50,000 in prizes to be awarded in recognition of innovative strategies that address sea level rise and climate change Read on...
Mayor Walsh announces RFP for Imagine Boston 2030 Lead Consultant and Outreach Coordinator Seeking firms with experience in citywide planning to support initial phase of public engagement Read on...
Mayor Walsh honors winners of Boston Living with Water competition during celebration at BSA Space Over $50,000 in prizes awarded in recognition of innovative strategies that address sea level rise and climate change in Boston Read on...
BRA Board approves over $75 million in new projects at June meeting Approvals make way for housing in the South End and Dorchester and public charter school in Hyde Park Read on...
BRA awards $400,000 in grants to twelve South Boston organizations through new community benefits process After successful pilot program, standardized application will be used to allocate similar funding going forward Read on...
Search Boston’s Zoning Code to your heart’s content Last October, the BRA’s Geographic Information Services (GIS) department rolled out the Zoning Viewer, a web application that provides assessing and zoning information for parcels throughout the City of Boston. Read on...
ReadBoston’s Storymobile rolls into summer with a full calendar of neighborhood visits Delivering a mobile learning experience to promote children’s literacy with over 400 events scheduled Read on...
BRA launches transit-oriented planning efforts in Jamaica Plain, Roxbury, and South Boston Focused studies will engage residents with goal of preserving, enhancing, and growing neighborhood assets Read on...
BRA releases findings of independent operational review and action plan for continued reforms Restructuring of real estate and finance departments and elevating role of proactive planning identified as priorities Read on...
BRA Board approves over $515 million in projects at July meeting Range of projects approved demonstrates continued health of Boston’s real estate market Read on...
Mayor Walsh's Office of Financial Empowerment and Department of Youth Engagement & Employment to host Boston Youth Bank Day Read on...
BRA distributes community benefits funding to South Boston non-profits this week $400,000 in grants from D Street Hotels project hit the streets Read on...
From an Intern’s Desk: All Kinds of Planning When I started my internship in the BRA’s Community Planning group, I knew it would offer a chance to expand and practice my skills. As much as I’d considered “event planning” something I already had down, in the last few weeks I’ve learned I had no idea the amount of preparation and people it takes to create an event and initiative open to a whole city. And I find myself working on two. Read on...
The BRA and UDR select The Society of Arts and Crafts for Pier 4 cultural space after competitive search Read on...
First Boston Youth Bank Day draws a crowd of 400 young residents seeking financial empowerment By Kimberly Burson and Constance Martin Read on...
City proponents celebrate the signing of bill to increase the Earned Income Tax Credit More than 400,000 individuals and working families will see a 50 percent increase Read on...
MassDOT, City of Boston, partner agencies begin implementation of South Boston Waterfront Sustainable Transportation Plan Committee announces testing of non-commercial traffic on South Boston Bypass Road, new parking technology, updates to Silver Line, and improvements for... Read on...
BRA approves eight new projects totaling over $401 million at August board meeting Hundreds of new housing units, two hotels, and expanded home for arts nonprofit part of approvals Read on...
Mayor Walsh announces selection of Lead Consultant for Imagine Boston 2030 Firm brings wealth of planning experience to first citywide plan in 50 years Read on...
Community conversations about urban renewal continue Thanks to everyone who attended our summer workshop series on urban renewal! Read on...
City and partners to host Imagine Boston 2030 Youth Brainstorm at Berklee College of Music on August 26 Read on...
BRA and West End Museum partner on exhibition that highlights past, present, and future of urban renewal Photo courtesy of Boston City Archives Opening reception evening of September 24 Read on...
Office of Workforce Development awards over $4 million in grants to place Boston residents on a continuum of success Funding made available to local programs that focus on helping Bostonians fulfill their educational and employment aspirations Read on...
BRA board approves 130 units of housing and selects developer for new hotel on South Boston Waterfront Also approves placemaking study for I-90 Allston interchange Read on...
BRA and West End Museum to host opening reception for urban renewal exhibit Photo courtesy of Charles Frani, The West End Museum Partnership explores past, present, and future of program that helped shape modern Boston Read on...
Mayor Walsh announces $3m federal grant to support construction and hospitality careers Part of U.S. Department of Labor's American Apprenticeship Grants to create opportunities Read on...
Mayor Walsh kicks off community engagement for first citywide plan in 50 years Textizen mobile platform will allow public to text feedback; one of many innovative ways that public can engage in Imagine Boston 2030 process Read on...
ONEin3 announces 2015 Impact Award finalists 13 Bostonians under the age of 35 honored for their positive contributions to the community Read on...
BRA solicits requests for $200,000 Fenway Community Benefits Fund Nonprofits encouraged to apply for funding to support beautification of Fenway neighborhood Read on...
BRA board approves $136 million in new projects at October meeting Expected to create over 200 housing units and 350 construction jobs Read on...
Statement from BRA Director Brian Golden in response to the Office of the Inspector General Read on...
Mayor's Office of Workforce Development releases first annual report Debuts new website to better connect partners and participants with resources Read on...
BRA board approves new John Hancock building at November meeting Also approves housing in Jamaica Plain and Roslindale; Watertown HVAC company set to redevelop property in Boston Marine Industrial Park Read on...
BRA and Boston Transportation Department to create North Station Area Transportation Action Plan With $400,000 in private funding, agencies will conduct assessment and create action plan to improve area’s transportation network Read on...
BRA hires Edward O’Donnell as new Director of Real Estate O’Donnell brings wealth of experience to help professionalize BRA’s real estate management Read on...
Mayor Walsh signs Executive Order to create additional affordable housing in Boston Update to Inclusionary Development Policy captures strong housing market to create more units of housing; improves transparency and predictability Read on...
BRA board approves six new development projects at final meeting of the year Board adopts new Inclusionary Development Policy and votes to extend urban renewal plans after year-long public process Read on...
Best of the BRA’s blog for 2015 From all of us at the BRA, we wish you and yours a happy and healthy 2016! Read on...
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