Charlestown MA Chamber of Commerce

10/09/2026

10/06/2026

Boston Civic Design Commission hearing for 25 SUPERTEST STREET + HOOD GREEN, CHARLESTOWN Referred for final review and recommendation by the BCDC Design Subcommittee. This is a BCDC meeting to discuss the public realm impacts of major projects currently under review. This project has already been approved by the BPDA Board.

The 25 Supertest Street Project is a major mixed-use development within the Hood Park Master Plan in Charlestown. The proposal features:
• An 18-story building reaching a maximum height of 235 feet.
• 130 hotel rooms ("keys") and 108 multifamily residential units.
• The creation of the Hood Green community open space.
• 150 underground parking spaces

The meeting will be held in a hybrid setting, virtually and in-person at Boston City Hall on the 9th Floor (Room 937). Virtual access will be available via Zoom.

Meeting Link: http://bosplans.org/BCDCOct6

Calendar Post:
http://www.bostonplans.org/news-calendar/calendar/2026/10/06/boston-civic-design-commission-meeting

https://www.boston.gov/public-notices/16627456

Project Page: The September
https://www.bostonplans.org/projects/development-projects/one-mystic-avenue

10/06/2026

Wednesday, October 7th, 6-8 p.m. Virtual public meeting to discuss Mayor's proposed tax abatement for the developers of One Mystic Avenue.

Meeting Notice and link:
https://www.bostonplans.org/news-calendar/calendar/2026/10/07/discussion-of-121b-agreement-for-one-mystic-avenue

The payment in lieu of taxes (PILOT) proposal caps the taxes payable ob the land during the construction period and then the 227 rental units for 5 years after completion. The value of the tax abatement for the developers on the 227 rental units is approximately $8.1 million.

Bring your questions and concerns about the impact of this PILOT program on development in Boston and Charlestown to the meeting. Are there unintended consequences? How will it affect the City's budget issues and residential tax rates? Will all developers with approved but delayed projects ask for the same incentives?

The comment period is open. Portal on the One Mystic Ave project page or email your elected representatives.

Terms of proposed PILOT agreement:
https://bpda.app.box.com/s/zfz0xtro6lmzkodzh4zz5or1ogxj7bpi

Proposed PILOT Terms:

CONSTRUCTION PERIOD: pay current tax bill of $70,000 through 3 years of construction; no increases in rate. Estimated 3 years.

CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY (COO) ISSUED:

➡️ 227 Rental Units: Developer/Owner pays a reduced tax payment under PILOT agreement for 5 years resulting in approximately $8.1 million in cumulative tax savings.*
⚡️Estimated annual tax without the abatement $1.7 million per year.
⚡️The PILOT payment::$70,000 plus a 2.5% annual increase for first 5 years the apartment are available for occupancy. (yr1 $71,750; yr2 $73,544; yr 3 $75,382; yr 4 $77,266; yr5 $79,199)

➡️ 181 for-sale condo units - exit PILOT agreement once COO is issued and pays regular tax

➡️ 3,462 s.f. retail space - exit PILOT agreement once COO is issued and pays regular tax

*Estimated $8,122,858. Assuming that tax rate and property values do not increase more than the city projects. (It would likely be greater as they estimate the annual tax at the end of the 5 year period will be $2 million a year.)

Here is the press release announcing the 4 proposed tax abatement properties around the city: https://www.boston.gov/news/mayor-michelle-wu-proposes-targeted-tax-abatements-jumpstart-construction-1400-new-homes

10/05/2026

📢 CNC GENERAL MEETING
🗓️ Tuesday, October 6, 2026
🕖 7:00–9:00 PM
📍 Knights of Columbus, 545 Medford St, Charlestown
On the agenda:
Delaney Morris, Boston Planning Department— Little Mystic Channel Update
Mark Rosenshein — Hood Park
Nike John — The Heritage Club

Bring your questions & neighborhood concerns!

10/05/2026

October 14th, 6-7:30 p.m. Virtual meeting to discuss potential uses for Shipyard Park in the Charlestown Navy Yard for a new RFP. The currently leased and operated by The Anthem Group as The Anchor.

https://www.bostonplans.org/news-calendar/calendar/2026/10/14/shipyard-park-activation-community-meeting

Questions - contact [email protected]

https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/shipyard-park

09/24/2026

⚠️ UNDERWAY CANCELLATION ⚠️

USS Constitution’s underway scheduled for tomorrow, Sept. 25, has been cancelled due to forecasted adverse weather.

The safety of our guests and crew remains our top priority, and we thank you for your understanding and flexibility.

09/24/2026

Charlestown may be getting a Landmark District that is proposed to include the buildings in Monument Square, around the Training Field, and on Monument Ave.

The Monument Square Landmark District Study Committee has released a working draft of its report recommending a proposed Monument Square Landmark District and Protection Area. The public is invited to read the report and submit comments.

https://www.boston.gov/historic-district/monument-square-landmark-district-study -report

Under the statutory process to establish a landmark district, a study committee submits their first draft to the Landmark Commission to start the review period and approval process. The Monument Square Landmark Study Committee has added an extra opportunity for community input by making a draft of their study report and recommendations available for comments prior to submitting a draft to the Landmark Commission.

Please take time to review the Working Study Report and submit written comments. You are also invited to attend the community event on October 21st to ask questions and give feedback in person to Boston Landmarks staff and the committee members.

See the link above for the study report and feedback form. You will also find recordings of the Study Committee's working meetings over the past 18 months as well as a timeline for the entire approval process and more.

You can also reach out to Boston Landmarks staff with questions at anytime.

09/24/2026

The US National Weather Service Boston MA is forecasting a Nor’easter that will impact Massachusetts this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with the most significant impacts on Cape Cod and the Islands.

Tips for preparing ahead of the storm:

• Monitor conditions closely and ensure that Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs) are enabled on your cell phone. If your community has a reverse 911 system, you should sign up to receive local warnings. ✔️

• Make sure your home emergency kit is stocked with supplies that could help in the event of a power outage, including a flashlight and extra batteries. ✔️

Additional tips on what to do in the event of a flood or power outage can be found at mass.gov/MEMA

09/24/2026

Join the City of Boston's Office of Small Business for their upcoming Restaurant Finance Workshop Series led by Prepshift.

This three-part virtual series is designed to help restaurant owners and managers strengthen their financial foundations and improve profitability. Each session combines instruction with real-world examples and actionable takeaways that participants can apply immediately in their own operations.

Participants will learn practical tools and strategies for understanding restaurant financials, controlling costs, and planning for growth.

Learn more and register: https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_vusMqLMYTheLKORH_9Ld0g #/registration