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Engage with community members on Boston's Planning Department's proposal from the Draft Roslindale Square Small Area Plan, which "sets out a 5-10 year framework for public investment and future development in Roslindale Square across a range of topic areas."

To submit an official public comment, use the feedback form at https://www.bostonplans.org/planning-zoning/planning-initiatives/roslindale-square#feedback by January 31.

50 proposals

LD-2: Incorporate the Land Use and Design Framework and updated zoning regulations into the ongoing review of proposed projects.

Improve Healy Field with investment in the stands and pavilion, pathway network, additional seating, picnic tables, and shade structures

AC-7: Complete a public art inventory in Roslindale Square to identify gaps in representation and opportunities for additional placemaking.

LD-1: Update the zoning map in the areas identified to support the vision set forth in the Plan

T-4: Flip the one-way directions of Firth Rd and Bexley Rd to control left-turning vehicles more safely at an existing traffic signal.

T-7: Provide additional passenger amenities at the high-ridership bus stops at Washington St/Firth Rd (northbound)

H-6: Conduct an updated parking utilization study of the Taft Hill parking lot to assess current needs before the public disposition process

SB-6: Develop citywide tracking mechanism for commercial vacancies

T-10b: Continue to advocate for lower fares (Zone 1A) to reduce financial barriers to the Commuter Rail.

OR-2: Expand the sidewalks at both sides of the intersection at Belgrade Avenue and Corinth Street.

T-8: Refresh bus lanes and install additional crosswalks on Washington Street

H-3: Prioritize the inclusion of 2+ bedroom income-restricted units on public parcels being developed for housing

OR-1: Convert Poplar St to a shared street

LD-3: Complete an Area Form update for the Roslindale Square Area to file with the Massachusetts Historical Commission (MHC)

AC-2: If Washington Street is restored to 2-way directionality, explore a more regular closure and cultural activation of Poplar Street

SB-4: Request new Article 80 developments in Roslindale Square to contribute a monetary donation to local business support organizations

OR-5: Compile alternative funding sources for park improvements requested by the community

H-4: Develop guidelines for parcel acquisition in Squares + Streets districts to support housing production

H-7: If funding allows, prioritize mixed-income housing, including income-restricted units for households earning <60% AMI, on public parcels...

T-3: If two-way operations are restored on Washington St, explore expanding the Poplar St sidewalk along Adams Park and/or making Poplar St a shared street.

SB-2: Through new development or adaptive reuse, encourage build-out of a small movie theater/flexible entertainment space with a local film operator

AC-5: Promote the inclusion of public art in new development that reflects the cultural diversity of the Roslindale community and follows MOAC guidelines for public art on private property.

SB-1: Promote desired new business types in the Square through new development or reuse of existing or vacant buildings

LD-1A: Encourage a mix of land uses, including those that promote community gathering. Ensure zoning affirms prized existing uses...

AC-1: Issue a location-specific entertainment license to Birch Street Plaza to more easily host community events

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