Welcome to the Charlestown Neighborhood Council
A welcome message from the CNC
Welcome to the Charlestown Neighborhood Council website. We strive to facilitate communication between our neighborhood and the government of the city of Boston. Beyond that simple mandate, we additionally work to foster a sense of community and provide a welcoming forum for neighbors of every background to come together to share ideas.
![📣 CNC Development Committee Meeting
🗓 Monday, June 23, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Boston Police Station, Community Room – 20 Vine St., Charlestown
Join the Charlestown Neighborhood Council’s Development Committee for a public meeting focused solely on the revised redevelopment plan for the Austin St. Lots (100–168 New Rutherford Ave).
🏗 Key Updates Include:
Lowered height for Phase 1 (Building B)
100% affordable housing
Removal of retail & condo units
New Planned Development Area Master Plan
🎤 The project team will present updates, followed by Q&A with the committee and community. Bring your voice, or email questions to: cnc02129@gmail.com
📌 Public comment deadline: July 8th
💻 More info: [Link in bio or full link below]
🔗 http://www.bostonplans.org/.../austin-street-lots...
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![TONIGHT! You can download a copy of the Draft Plan from the BPDA's Plan:Charlestown website.
Register:https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJIsd-qtqD4uGWWHkVcG9c3z4qSHaNaA4Os
Copy of the Draft Plan: https://bpda.app.box.com/s/3ttyuxytr43zemqehk1lplfjdliezxwr
Boston Planning & Development Agency - BPDA
The BPDA has released the final draft of PLAN: Charlestown, which is available for your review and feedback. Please fill out the survey to let us know what you think! This document is the culmination of years of community engagement and public process and exemplifies comprehensive urban planning, setting a holistic vision for how Charlestown can continue to thrive and grow in the most inclusive and equitable way.
Please join us for a virtual community meeting at 6:00 PM on August 3 to discuss the final draft Plan.
At this meeting, BPDA staff will provide an overview of the Plan document, its recommendations, and the final draft ‘scenario’ for the neighborhood’s future. This meeting kicks off a 6-week comment period. At the end of the comment period, the BPDA will make revisions based on community feedback. We hope you will come to share your thoughts and ask questions!
How to Participate
Register in advance
Toll-free call-in number: (833) 568 - 8864
Meeting ID: 161 035 6543
[Learn more about this event]
For more information, please reach out to Jason Ruggiero, Community Engagement Manager, at Jason.Ruggiero@Boston.gov.](https://scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.29350-15/364385487_3100974193545336_72601981909114966_n.webp?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=18de74&_nc_ohc=VTBl6Itg2W4Q7kNvwFsvTFT&_nc_oc=Adm7w139NqkJy0lQ9P6Z99NMGW3qKCn4v451_yjaMBOBoUYe4mlktJvJUnckAzGPeuI&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-sea1-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=MCF2dR1qAOHpRQISyUTPzA&oh=00_AfQdnbRIiJkPUQpk6crjx-axc_ZJznUKWevR31gFx09VUQ&oe=6877741F)
Please join us for our next monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford Street. We have an action packed agenda!
Agenda Highlights include presentations from:
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Gabriela Amore – Monument Square Study Committee & Boston Landmarks Commission
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BPD A-1 – Public Safety Update
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Jaye Meakem, Boston Harbor Now – Free resources for Charlestown residents
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Rachel Buckley, Harvard Kent Parent – Community input on outdoor play spaces
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Marguerite Wynter, Boston Public Art Triennial – Lot Lab 2025 exhibition in the Navy Yard
Bring your questions or neighborhood concerns to the meeting or email us at cnc02129@gmail.com.
COFFEE HOURS:
Council members may hold coffee hours to gather community feedback on many current matters including PLAN:Charlestown, traffic and safety, and other issues affecting the neighborhood. Check our social media accounts for updates. You can reach out to council members anytime with ideas, questions, and concerns about Charlestown.
Who is my precinct representative on the CNC ?
Look-up your voting precinct using your residential address (you do not need to be registered to vote!) at https://www.sec.state.ma.us/WhereDoIVoteMA
Then find the representative for your voting precinct in the About section.
Did you know? At-Large representatives represent all Charlestown residents, so feel free to contact them regardless of your precinct!
