No Matter how long or short your stay, you are a valued part of our neighborhood
Hey there new Residents! Browse this website for lots of useful local resources and information. Get in touch with us - we would love to hear from you - email us at [email protected].


Welcome

to the Saint Botolph

Neighborhood Association!

We are the Association of the St. Botolph District, which was developed in the 1850s as a residential neighborhood and is a historical site protected by the St. Botolph Historic District Commission. It consists of twelve -block area east to west, and its boundaries are Huntington Avenue, Copley Place, the Southwest Corridor Park, and Massachusetts Avenue. The nine streets are Albemarle, Blackwood, Cumberland, Durham, West Newton, Follen, Garrison, Harcourt, and St Botolph St. The St. Botolph area was formed during the large-scale reclamation of Boston tidal lands, which took place during the Nineteenth Century. During 1857, 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. [email protected]


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 join our mailing list at the bottom of the page.
History has its eyes on us…

A little background on preservation in our neighborhood...
In 1981, the St.Botolph neighborhood was designated a historic “architectural conservation district,” one of only 10 such districts currently within the City. (More information about this is available on our website on the Who we are page and for a fascinating and more in depth historical background on the St. Botolph District, please see St. Botolph Architectural Conservation District Study Report).

As an extra support to the Saint Botolph historical district, SBNA has an Architectural Review Committee to help residents early in the planning process to determine project compliance with the Standards and Criteria. The SBNA's fearless Architectural Review Committee Leader is Lee Steele. (He is always happy to answer any questions).

Choosing to live in this neighborhood makes us all stewards of preservation.
TRASH TALK 
One of the challenges new residents encounter is where to dispose of trash properly. Please help us control the rat population by keeping trash in covered bins. Have problems with your landlord providing adequate bins- let us help you - email us
PLEASE BE knowledgeable, responsible, and reliable about trash disposal. The city has updated the trash and recycling rules for the city Click here for more details


What we are talking about..

For more local news, check out the Scoop on the Stoop on our "Who we are" page.

Annual Meeting and Membership Drive !
Coming in April, it’s our annual meeting to connect with each other and our city leaders to discuss issues affecting our neighborhood, as well as plans and activities. Please come and make your voice heard! We’ll have elected officials plus representatives from the Mayor’s office and many updates from the neighborhood! Details soon.
Membership Dues
April is also the beginning of the SBNA’s official year and so we ask you to please consider becoming an official member of the SBNA for $20/year ($40/household) to defray our operating costs and reduce costs of neighborhood activities. (Click here to sign up online)

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Joan at [email protected]

January 26th/27th Update
Stay warm and safe everyone and we urge everyone to check in on elderly neighbors. Do remember to keep alleys clear so snowplows can access after storm. The sidewalks are 
Some useful links for you :
Click here for rules on clearing snow
For more information on trash pick up update click here
For all other updates click here for the City of Boston website. 
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The wonderful Stained-Glass Walking Tour led by our very own neighbor, Dan d'Heilly, was fascinating and informative. This was a collaborative event presented by the Friends of Titus Sparrow Park and SBNA. Despite the freezing temperatures, over 30 people turned up and learned about Sainted Glass Row. For more info on all things stained glass, click here. For details about more events and walks by Titus Sparrow click here.

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.

​Useful Resources & City of Boston Services

NEW !the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides eligible households with help in paying a portion of winter heating/energy bills.
For more details click here

 


Email: [email protected]
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

 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.

Official Sources of Coronavirus information
Please use the websites below as trusted sources of information related to COVID-19: 

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

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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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