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WELCOME

CLICK HERE for latest Updates on COVID 19 pandemic from City of Boston

What we are talking about....

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Thank you all for supporting our wreath sale  It was a cold day, but the warmth from neighbors kept everyone in great spirits. That and a bit of Boston Cream from Mike & Joan helped!. It was so nice to meet longtime and new neighbors and, to put faces to names.
Please don't be strangers, especially during these strange times. Drop us a line by email - no issue is too small. We wish everyone a wonderful holiday season and looking forward to meeting together in the new year.


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Midtown Hotel
Virtual Public Meeting

Thursday, Dec 3, 2020
To see a video recording of this meeting click here
For more details go to our construction (in the city) page.
Project Presentation
Take a look here for an informative presentation from National Development about the project. For more details Contact srandel@natdev.com or president@stbotolph.org
Make sure you are on our
email list for details



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Safety Matters.
Go to our safety page for more details


City of Boston Hearing on Road Safety
Monday Nov 27, 2020
This hearing had lots of useful information on safety on our streets and the vision the city has.

For more details click here

Community Meeting
Tuesday Oct 27, 2020

Thank you for joining us via zoom on our community meeting. It was great to see familiar faces and we were delighted with the new neighbors who tuned in! You can review the minutes on our meeting minutes page. The meeting ended on a fun note with some trivia questions. Let's see if you know all the answers! Go to our minute meeting page for the trivia questions....

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Be a Healthy Hero!
Are you a new resident? We are sending you a big virtual hug to welcome you all - now put on that mask and keep your distance!
Be our Healthy Heroes and help keep our vulnerable neighbors safe and well. Please wear a mask and please keep your distance. Waving hello is encouraged and very welcome!


Northeastern University
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Northeastern Tip line
617 373-TIPS (7477)
24 hours a day

May we say a big thank you to the  Healthy Heroes at Northeastern! We are grateful for their commitment to keeping the community safe.
The above confidential tip line is for reporting off-campus behavior that does not follow health and safety guidelines. Call 617-373-TIPS (7477), 24 hours a day.  Every message received is read and shared with the most appropriate member of the university for follow-up, as quickly as possible. If there are cases of late-night parties or large gatherings, please call 911 so the incident is documented with local law enforcement and then contact the Northeastern tip line. You can also fill out an Incident Report with Northeastern.
For safety tips, and updates of incidents and issues, head to our safety page.

Welcome to the Saint Botolph Neighborhood Association!

We are the Association of The St. Botolph District which was developed in the 1850's as a residential neighborhood and is a historical site protected by the St. Botolph Historic District Commission. It consists of 8 blocks east to west, and its boundaries are Huntington Avenue, Copley Place, the Southwest Corridor Park and Massachusetts Avenue. The St. Botolph area was formed during the large-scale reclamation of Boston tidal lands which took place during the Nineteenth Century. In the 1850's the decision was made to fill in the Back Bay area to provide space for the expansion of the city. The filling of Back Bay, including the St. Botolph District, provided the opportunity for urban planning and residential design as it had never been previously known in Boston. Situated in the Back Bay and bordering the South End (via the Southwest Corridor Park), St. Botolph residents enjoy the benefits of easy access to many thriving commercial areas while enjoying the quiet ambiance of a comfortable residential neighborhood.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has" - Margaret Mead.
We are a small and vibrant community where racism and violence has no place.  We welcome open dialogue about how we can, as a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens help change the issues that directly affect our community.  We welcome your thoughts. President@stbotolph.org
 
Who was St. Botolph?
​It's believed that the word "Boston" is a contraction of Saint Botolph's town. Saint Botolph is the Patron Saint of Travelers and was a Benedictine monk who traveled in England in the 7th Century. His feast day is celebrated on the 17th of June! And did you know , he was a great fan of Facebook - and encourages everyone to like  our Facebook Community Page - for more details click on the images below

But wait, there's more.....

Delivery Theft Call 911!
Captain Sweeney at Police District 4 has asked that every neighbor report every package theft to 911 as quickly as possible after discovery. This will allow rapid deployment of officers to look for thieves while they are still in the neighborhood before they have a chance to stash stolen items to be sold or bartered later.  Captain Sweeney will alert the entire D4 force to look at these property crimes as increasing concerns and ask patrols to respond  quickly. Immediate 911 calls with good descriptions will help apprehend the culprits.

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South West Corridor Park 30 years old this Year
In celebration, they have some ambitious restoration and gardening plans in store. As a volunteer organization, 100% of all funds go directly to maintaining the Park. Your continued support is deeply appreciated and will help keep the Park looking beautiful and a place of enjoyment for all.
For More Details Click Here
              
To donate by 
Pay Pal:  swcpc.org
By check: Payable to SWCPC; Box 171553, Boston, MA 02117


Can Trash Cans make you happy?
Click here to check out who's painting the trash cans on the corridor......

The Trash Task Team has been activated! They are identifying problem areas and seeking solutions for persistent trash problems. You can help straight away by ensuring your trash is put out in secure covered bins and your recycles are placed in a secure covered blue recycling bin. If you are renting, your Landlord must provide adequate bins for disposal. Our Trash Tzar is our  Vice-President Gisela Griffith and she is happy to hear from you on all things trash.
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FREE large blue recycling bin
If you live in a building with fewer than 6 units, you can request a free 64 gallon recycle bin from the City of Boston. You can place a request through the App BOS:311, or call them at 311 or 617-635-4500.

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Reminder 
Please put your trash behind your own building and not on the street.

New to the Neighborhood?

Whether you're planning your move, or have just arrived, check out these helpful resources below. If you are looking to reserve parking for your moving day, want to learn about resident parking permits, trash and recycling, rights and responsibilities as a resident, or voter registration, check out this helpful ​City of Boston resource. For safety issues click on the news updates from the Boston Police. To report something to city click on 311.
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BOS:311

​Useful Resources & City of Boston Services

Email: mayor@boston.gov
BOS:311
Police: 911 or 617-343-4250
Fire: 911 or 617-536-1500
Lighting:
​617-635-7576 or 617-635-7500
Power Outage: 800-592-2000
Gas Leak: 800-572-9337
Trash and Recycling:
Missed pick-up: 617-635-7573
Improper disposal: 617-635-4896
Electronics/fridge pickup: 617-635-7574
Boston Recycles: 617-635-4959
Boston Water and Sewer: 617-989-7000
Street and Sidewalk Repairs:
Department of Transportation Missing Street Sign: 617-635-3124
Department of Public Works Potholes: 617-635-3050
Sidewalk issues: 617-635-7555
Other City Services:
Rodent Control: 617-635-5352
Noise Complaints: 617-635-3850
Graffiti Removal: 617-635-3850
Voting: 617-635-4635

Leaf and Yard Waste 2020

 Public Works picks up leaf and yard waste from April to December on scheduled days. They also hold drop-off events during the year. Leaf and yard waste will not be collected curbside on non-collection weeks.  At this time, curbside collection remains on schedule.
  • Upcoming drop-offs​
  • 2020 dates
  • Yard waste tips
  • Christmas trees
  • Resources​

Official Sources of Coronavirus information

Please use the websites below as trusted sources of information related to COVID-19: 
  • City of Boston: boston.gov/coronavirus
  • Boston Public Health Commission: bphc.org/coronavirus
  • US Centers for Disease Control: cdc.gov/coronavirus
  • World Health Organization: who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
  • Federal Trade Commission Coronavirus Scams Page: ftc.gov/coronavirus

WE'RE SO GLAD YOU'RE HERE – WHAT CAN WE HELP YOU WITH?

Check out all the info we collected and write to us

with any questions or suggestions you might have.

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​You can find News & Updates at our bulletin board outside the
​7-Eleven at the corner of Saint Botolph and West Newton Street.
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