Organizing Committee is open to anyone interested in advocacy and organizing—no experience or knowledge is necessary!

Organizing Committee meetings are every month on the second Thursday of the month at 6-7:30 PM at the Fenway Community Center (1282 Boylston St).

For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch at lruizsanchez@fenwaycdc.org or 857 302 0523.

Fenway CDC is a member of the Coalition for a Truly Affordable Boston to improve Boston's Inclusionary Development Policy (IDP). Mayor Wu recently proposed a series of IDP changes. However, the proposed changes do not go far enough!

Do you remember when the BPDA held two public meetings last month to gather community input? Many people spoke out in support! But you can still add your voice to the fight for a TRULY affordable Boston. There is ONLY ONE day left that you can submit a comment in support of strengthening IDP.

CTAB has created this web tool to make it easier! Let's hit our goal!

Here are some talking points that can help draft comments.

Here are some slides that explain the background to the proposed policy.

The 55 Bus Coalition continues working with residents, representatives, and organizations to improve access to the 55 bus route. The current service hours are from 10 AM - 4 PM. We believe these service hours are incredibly inaccessible and must be improved to actually serve the community!

FIRST TRIP-10:10 AM

LAST TRIP-3:30 PM

Bus Network Redesign Community Survey - This survey was created by: ACE, A4E, La Comunidad, Mystic Valley NAACP, and NAICOB.

Public Transit Public Good - 🚆

Check out this article on Maura's recent budget:

$5 million to advance low-income fare

The MBTA public engagement team would like to invite you and your community to join a public meeting about proposed policy changes. The MBTA will hold a series of public meetings in March to receive feedback from riders and the public regarding changes the T would like to make to two important Title VI policies. See here for more!

When: Tuesday, March 21, 6 PM

Where: (Hybrid) State Transportation Building, 10 Park Plaza, Boston

Join the Green Line Transformation Team in an interactive, open-room format to learn 

about the details of the construction planned for the Symphony Station.

From the website: "... we’re upgrading Symphony Station on the E Branch to improve accessibility for all riders. Beginning in April 2023, construction crews will be conducting utility relocation in the area surrounding Symphony Station in preparation for station improvements next year."

When: Thursday, March 16, at 6 PM

Where: The Community Room - Symphony Towers West, 333 Massachusetts Ave.

As you may know, Rent Control has been a HOT topic lately. But it shouldn't be! The people of Boston deserve affordable rents and Mayor Wu's efforts have received much opposition.

In the past two weeks, the City has held 2 hearings where residents have STEPPED up to testify in large numbers.

There will also be a City Council working session on March 13th. Please email christine.odonnell@boston.gov for a link to view the working session. You may submit comments in support of rent control!

Check out this Globe article! - New statewide poll shows strong support for rent control - The Boston Globe

Councilor Kenzie Bok is hosting in-person Fenway office hours on Monday!! This is a great opportunity for you to review important issues, concerns, or ideas with directly Councilor Bok.

WHEN: March 20th, 4-6 PM

WHERE: Oakleaf Cakes Bake Shop (12 Westland Ave)

NOTE: Must sign up beforehand! You may also call the Councilor's office at 617-635-4225 to place your request. 

Virtual office hours will also be held the following week on Wednesday, March 29 at 4:00 PM. Only a couple of spots left!

Residents can now apply to be one of the four nominees selected by the Boston City Council to serve on the Community Preservation Committee (CPC). The CPC is a 9-member board that recommends projects to the Mayor and the City Council for Community Preservation funds. 

Deadline is March 17th, 2023

Bottom Line Conversations: Building a Community-Controlled Real Estate Entity from Scratch

Register for Next City's webinar with Adriana Abizadeh of the Kensington Corridor Trust as she discusses some of the successes and challenges of scaling a community-controlled real estate entity.

WHEN: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15,1:00 PM 

The Fenway Community Center helps local people build connections. They're mission is to serve as a gathering place to share information, deliver programs, and provide services that enrich the lives of all Fenway residents.

See their calendar for upcoming events!