Fall Fest – Many thanks to Sara Mitchell for rallying the YMCA, United South End Settlements, Calvary Baptist Church, Victory House, and the many neighbors to offer fun and games, food, and music for all.
Wallace Tilford, of BPD Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit, reported, with respect to crime, “things are better than they have been in years!”, while also acknowledging that there are more people on the street who are homeless and/or struggling with addictions. Asked what we should do when we see a problem with someone in the park or on the street, he said, “Call 911 if it’s an emergency, or 311 otherwise, and we’ll do what we can.”
“Cluck-it!” restaurant has closed for renovations. Chef Brian Poe announced they will “take a breather” to get a better feel for neighborhood needs. In the meantime, he’ll continue work on Neighborhood Watch, repaint to Landmarks standards, and remove patio furniture.
Next meeting will be Nov 4 at Hampton House, 155 Northampton St. We are delighted to be invited by this senior residence and look forward to partnering with them on shared issues. They will provide coffee. Who will bring snacks? (Big thanks to Emily Shea, Commission on Elder Affairs, for helping to arrange this!)
To read more, click on “Meeting Minutes”.

For meeting location, email info@chestersquareassociation.org

Sam Chambers, new mayor’s liaison
Fall Fest 2015 – wrap-up
Neighborhood watch – BPD Neighborhood Crime Watch Unit – Wallace Tilford

Updates:
Chester Park
Cluck-it!
150 Camden
Lots @ Camden & Shawmut
Northampton St repairs
Urban Renewal

Vote Tuesday, Sept 8 – Let elected officials know you care! (ward 9, pct 3)

Call 311 or download Bos:311 App to report problems for City to fix.

Hampton House – BHA says “insurance issues” prevent our meeting in the community room where many of us vote. Knowing that seniors have time, attention, and experience, and seniors benefit from inclusion, we’re seeking help to sort this out, so our meetings can be handicap accessible and convenient for our seniors.

Neighborhood Watch – Report your observations to CSANAwatch@gmail.com, as well as 911 or 311. We’re gathering information to get a stronger and more constructive response to the recent influx of people with addictions, people who sell drugs, and people without homes.

Chester Park – Thanks to Parks Commissioner Chris Cook, bench slats have been replaced, trees trimmed, and dead trees removed. We voted $200 for fall planting (bulbs & ornamentals). Email info@chestersquareassociation.org if you’d like to help plant.

Sept 19 Fall Fest – games & kiddie pool, Zumba & Tai Chi, food & music, crafts & face-painting – all in Chester Park. Want to help? email info@chestersquareassociation.org.

Construction is underway at 521 Shawmut Ave. We voted to support a request to change occupancy from four units to two, and to express concern to the Landmarks Commission concerning a proposal to replace two historic dormers with a single long dormer.

South End Forum will meet Tuesday, Sept 8 at 6 pm (566 Columbus Ave). See agenda at http://www.mysouthend.com/opinion/editorial///184233/news_fromthe_south_end_forum
We voted to oppose extension of Urban Renewal for the South End for now, given the lack of a plan. We also voted to advise the South End Forum against formal membership in the Association of Downtown Civic Organizations.

Thanks to Councilor Tito Jackson and to staff for Mayor Walsh and Rep. Byron Rushing for participating.