Climate change is creating more rainfall and higher sea levels, both of which will contribute to more flooding in our neighborhoods. We have a couple of decades before the problems really come home, but the lead times are long for major projects. Understanding the risks and building regional momentum to respond will remain a continuing priority of mine over the years to come.
Environment
airplane noise, carbon and climate, cell towers, flooding, land use issues, parks and recreation, pfas, waste/hazards, water issues
2016 Charles River Cleanup
Registration is now open for the 2016 Cleanup which will take place on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 9am – 12pm. A volunteer appreciation picnic with food and prizes will follow at the Hatch Shell. We take groups on a first come, first serve basis – register soon to reserve your preferred location.
Should Will support S.2092?
I am asked by the Union of Concerned Scientists to urge my State Senator to support S.2092, a measure to prepare/protect/ Massachusetts for/from global warming. “The Massachusetts Senate will soon vote on a bill requiring Governor Charlie Baker and future administrations to develop comprehensive plans to guide the Bay State as it prepares for more …
Temporary Closure of the Paul Dudley White Bike Path in Boston
Please see the following construction notice for the Paul Dudley White Bike Path in Boston, between the Boston University Bridge and the River Street Bridge, beginning on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 and continuing to Saturday, February 20, 2016.
DCR Storm Management Plan
Every winter our office receives questions about snow removal on DCR properties. DCR and MassDOT share responsible for snow removal on DCR roadways, sidewalks and paths. DCR has passed along its Storm Management Plan, which details its snow removal policies including the priority order in which its properties are cleared of snow.
Temporary Path Closures on the Upper Charles Greenway in Watertown
Here is a DCR Recreational Advisory about temporary path closures along the Upper Charles Greenway in Watertown scheduled to take place between January 4, 2016 and February 15, 2016.