See important City and State updates and BHCA Committee Meetings information below this message.
A Message from BHCA Leadership
Coronavirus Update from the Beacon Hill Civic Association
To our Members and the Residents of Beacon Hill:
As we respond to this evolving coronavirus (“COVID-19”) situation, which the World Health Organization declared a pandemic on Wednesday, concern for the health of our Members, the residents of Beacon Hill, the general public, and our staff is our top priority. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the people who have been affected by this unprecedented challenge and we appreciate all of the healthcare workers, local communities, and governments in Boston, Massachusetts and around the world who are on the front line working to contain COVID-19.
Please know that the Beacon Hill Civic Association (“BHCA”) is vigilantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation around the clock and have put certain precautions in place to ensure that the members of our community and the general public remain healthy and safe, while the BHCA continues to serve the needs of the residents of Beacon Hill, as we have done for almost 100 years.
Following the many recommendations to limit the spread of the virus, and in the spirit of care for our community, the BHCA has decided to close its office at 74 Joy Street, Beacon Hill, to the public beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, and instead, our staff will be working remotely for the next two weeks, up until March 30, 2020, and all public meetings will also be held remotely where possible. Prior to March 30, 2020, we will be reevaluating the situation, and if we think it is in the best interest of our Members and the community, our office staff will continue to work remotely and public meetings will continue to be held where possible by conference call.
During the next two weeks, all BHCA community meetings scheduled to take place at 74 Joy Street will be held virtually by conference call. You can find out more about those meetings on our website – bhcivic.org – where you will also find the appropriate call-in numbers for each meeting, as well as links to any materials to be reviewed during the meetings. Please check our website frequently for the latest updates on meeting schedules and other important public information.
During the coming weeks, the BHCA will continue to answer emails and telephone calls, sign contractor parking permits, and do all the things we do for you on a daily basis. Please contact Patricia Tully, Executive Director, directly at 617-838-1661 or email us at info@bhcivic.org, with your questions and comments. We will answer promptly.
For the latest public information on COVID-19, please go to the following sites:
For City of Boston information, click here.
For Commonwealth of Massachusetts information, click here.
For Center for Disease Control information, click here.
The BHCA will continue to follow the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”), and City of Boston and state public health officials and we will share updates with you as appropriate. It is very important, however, that each of us follows the CDC protocols and strive to do all we can to prevent transmission of this virus. As we walk around our treasured Beacon Hill in the coming days, please continue to practice safe behaviors in social situations. Also, with many kids home from school, now is the time for Beacon Hill families to be together and do activities together safely as a family.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we move forward as a community - together. Be safe!
Eve Waterfall Robert A. Whitney
Chair President
To our Members and the Residents of Beacon Hill:
As we respond to this evolving coronavirus (“COVID-19”) situation, which the World Health Organization declared a pandemic on Wednesday, concern for the health of our Members, the residents of Beacon Hill, the general public, and our staff is our top priority. Our hearts and thoughts go out to the people who have been affected by this unprecedented challenge and we appreciate all of the healthcare workers, local communities, and governments in Boston, Massachusetts and around the world who are on the front line working to contain COVID-19.
Please know that the Beacon Hill Civic Association (“BHCA”) is vigilantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation around the clock and have put certain precautions in place to ensure that the members of our community and the general public remain healthy and safe, while the BHCA continues to serve the needs of the residents of Beacon Hill, as we have done for almost 100 years.
Following the many recommendations to limit the spread of the virus, and in the spirit of care for our community, the BHCA has decided to close its office at 74 Joy Street, Beacon Hill, to the public beginning on Monday, March 16, 2020, and instead, our staff will be working remotely for the next two weeks, up until March 30, 2020, and all public meetings will also be held remotely where possible. Prior to March 30, 2020, we will be reevaluating the situation, and if we think it is in the best interest of our Members and the community, our office staff will continue to work remotely and public meetings will continue to be held where possible by conference call.
During the next two weeks, all BHCA community meetings scheduled to take place at 74 Joy Street will be held virtually by conference call. You can find out more about those meetings on our website – bhcivic.org – where you will also find the appropriate call-in numbers for each meeting, as well as links to any materials to be reviewed during the meetings. Please check our website frequently for the latest updates on meeting schedules and other important public information.
During the coming weeks, the BHCA will continue to answer emails and telephone calls, sign contractor parking permits, and do all the things we do for you on a daily basis. Please contact Patricia Tully, Executive Director, directly at 617-838-1661 or email us at info@bhcivic.org, with your questions and comments. We will answer promptly.
For the latest public information on COVID-19, please go to the following sites:
For City of Boston information, click here.
For Commonwealth of Massachusetts information, click here.
For Center for Disease Control information, click here.
The BHCA will continue to follow the guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (“CDC”), and City of Boston and state public health officials and we will share updates with you as appropriate. It is very important, however, that each of us follows the CDC protocols and strive to do all we can to prevent transmission of this virus. As we walk around our treasured Beacon Hill in the coming days, please continue to practice safe behaviors in social situations. Also, with many kids home from school, now is the time for Beacon Hill families to be together and do activities together safely as a family.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we move forward as a community - together. Be safe!
Eve Waterfall Robert A. Whitney
Chair President
Important Notice from the BHCA Office for Contractors
We will resume the signing of Contractor Parking Permits when the City allows the proper resumption of construction on Beacon Hill. For the safety of our staff, WE WILL ONLY DO THIS REMOTELY until further notice.
If you need a Contractors Parking Permit, please download it here, fill out, scan or photograph, and email back to info@bhcivic.org. We will email it back to you signed.
We will resume the signing of Contractor Parking Permits when the City allows the proper resumption of construction on Beacon Hill. For the safety of our staff, WE WILL ONLY DO THIS REMOTELY until further notice.
If you need a Contractors Parking Permit, please download it here, fill out, scan or photograph, and email back to info@bhcivic.org. We will email it back to you signed.
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Document from Inspectional Services Department regarding suspension of construction work on Beacon Hill as of 3/17/2020
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Contractor Parking Affidavit
(As of March 16th, all non-essential construction been suspended in Boston until further notice. For more information, click here.)
Latest Updates:
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5.27.20
Governor Baker has announced a statewide extension of public and private school closures for the remainder of the academic year. For more important information on this, child care programs and resources, remote learning resources, and much more please click here.
The City of Boston launched a new mapping tool to help Boston residents find locations offering COVID-19 testing.
State and City officials and healthcare leaders have announced a Field Medical Station at the Boston Convention Center. For details, click here.
Mayor Walsh has announced that 12 of the largest housing lenders in Boston will offer at least three months of deferred mortgage payments for homeowners who contact them and show they have been financially impacted by the crisis. The City has also secured 334 dedicated beds to reduce the spread of COVID-19 among Boston's first responders, shelter staff, and veterans living in group homes.
The City of Boston has extended the due date for property tax bills until June 1st. For more on this, click here.
Governor Baker announced Increased Resources For Health Care Providers, Expanded Support For Long-Term Care Facilities, COVID-19 Testing Initiatives. To read what these initiatives involve, click here.
Mayor Walsh and the Transportation Department announced ticket amnesty for healthcare workers during the public health emergency. In addition, they have launched a new mapping tool for healthcare workers to find parking spaces in Boston.
Mayor Walsh has announced strict new measures for social and physical distancing for Boston residents, effective Monday, April 6, through Monday, May 4, 2020:
City Hall will be CLOSED on Friday, April 10th, in observance of Good Friday.
- If you need to visit City Hall for essential services, you must make an appointment.
- Public access to 1010 Mass. Ave. will be limited to the Public Health Commission on the 2nd Floor.
- Residents must be accompanied when entering the building.
For additional ideas on how to be of help to others, check out Boston Helps here or Universal Hub here.
If you are food insecure, contact Boston Food Access at 617-635-3717 or click here. Many more food pantries can be found here.
For other up-to-date information, use these links:
https://www.boston.gov/
https://www.mass.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/
With this stay at home advisory, our local businesses might not be open to the public. We can all still help them by purchasing gift cards online wherever possible.
Please call our office at 617-227-1922 with any questions or concerns. We will continue to update you as we receive important information.
Governor Baker has announced a statewide extension of public and private school closures for the remainder of the academic year. For more important information on this, child care programs and resources, remote learning resources, and much more please click here.
The City of Boston launched a new mapping tool to help Boston residents find locations offering COVID-19 testing.
State and City officials and healthcare leaders have announced a Field Medical Station at the Boston Convention Center. For details, click here.
Mayor Walsh has announced that 12 of the largest housing lenders in Boston will offer at least three months of deferred mortgage payments for homeowners who contact them and show they have been financially impacted by the crisis. The City has also secured 334 dedicated beds to reduce the spread of COVID-19 among Boston's first responders, shelter staff, and veterans living in group homes.
The City of Boston has extended the due date for property tax bills until June 1st. For more on this, click here.
Governor Baker announced Increased Resources For Health Care Providers, Expanded Support For Long-Term Care Facilities, COVID-19 Testing Initiatives. To read what these initiatives involve, click here.
Mayor Walsh and the Transportation Department announced ticket amnesty for healthcare workers during the public health emergency. In addition, they have launched a new mapping tool for healthcare workers to find parking spaces in Boston.
Mayor Walsh has announced strict new measures for social and physical distancing for Boston residents, effective Monday, April 6, through Monday, May 4, 2020:
- The City is encouraging everyone to wear a face covering over their mouth and nose when in public.
- The Boston Public Health Commission is issuing a Public Health Advisory for everyone in Boston except essential workers to stay at home from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. each day.
- City parks with recreational sports areas will be closed.
- Effective Tuesday, April 7, the following restrictions will be in place for City-owned buildings:
City Hall will be CLOSED on Friday, April 10th, in observance of Good Friday.
- If you need to visit City Hall for essential services, you must make an appointment.
- Public access to 1010 Mass. Ave. will be limited to the Public Health Commission on the 2nd Floor.
- Residents must be accompanied when entering the building.
For additional ideas on how to be of help to others, check out Boston Helps here or Universal Hub here.
If you are food insecure, contact Boston Food Access at 617-635-3717 or click here. Many more food pantries can be found here.
For other up-to-date information, use these links:
https://www.boston.gov/
https://www.mass.gov/
https://www.cdc.gov/
With this stay at home advisory, our local businesses might not be open to the public. We can all still help them by purchasing gift cards online wherever possible.
Please call our office at 617-227-1922 with any questions or concerns. We will continue to update you as we receive important information.
Upcoming BHCA Meetings
The BHCA will hold as many meetings by video conference or conference call as possible.
Check back for updates here.
BHCA Annual Meeting, 5.18.2020 This will be a virtual meeting of members. Instructions to join will be sent our prior to the meeting
Check back for updates here.
BHCA Annual Meeting, 5.18.2020 This will be a virtual meeting of members. Instructions to join will be sent our prior to the meeting
On April 16th, the BHCA hosted a virtual presentation on the proposed redevelopment of the Hurley Building, a state-owned building on Cambridge Street between Stanford and New Chardon Streets. Click here to see that presentation.
See the BHCA comment letter to DCAMM on this proposed project below.
Beacon Hill Ramp Construction Schedule
For further information on ramp construction, please call the BHCA at 617-227-1922.
MGH Institutional Master Plan (IMP)
For more information on the MGH IMP and the Article 80 process, click here.
The Mayor's Housing Innovation Lab
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