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Fwd: [NorthCommons] Volunteer once a month to cook for neighbors?
by raryals 22 Nov '24

22 Nov '24

A great idea! Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Rosalind Michahelles via groups.io <rosalind= dominick-jones.com(a)groups.io> Date: Fri, Nov 22, 2024 at 2:32 PM Subject: [NorthCommons] Volunteer once a month to cook for neighbors? To: North Commons <NorthCommons(a)groups.io> Dear Neighbors, It's a good time to think of neighbors and community, which includes people in need of good meals. If you might like to prepare one meal a month for others, consider joining *Community Cooks* -- a 34 year old organization with 650 volunteer cooks like me -- and maybe you? No special expertise required, just producing one home-cooked dish a month to serve 12 or 15. If interested, give me a call and visit the website for more particulars: https://communitycooks.org/ Rosalind, on Hurlbut Street P.S. Apparently there is a bit of a waiting list as CC builds additional teams. Don't be put off by that! -- Rosalind Michahelles 617-491-3239rosalind(a)dominick-jones.com _._,_._,_ ------------------------------ Groups.io Links: You receive all messages sent to this group. View/Reply Online (#2598) <https://groups.io/g/NorthCommons/message/2598> | Reply to Sender <rosalind@dominick-jones.com?subject=Private:%20Re:%20%5BNorthCommons%5D%20Volunteer%20once%20a%20month%20to%20cook%20for%20neighbors%3F> | Reply to Group <NorthCommons@groups.io?subject=Re:%20%5BNorthCommons%5D%20Volunteer%20once%20a%20month%20to%20cook%20for%20neighbors%3F> | Mute This Topic <https://groups.io/mt/109729062/4649746> | New Topic <https://groups.io/g/NorthCommons/post> ------------------------------ NorthCommons Neighborhood Group, Cambridge MA Reply to the group: NorthCommons(a)groups.io Subscribe to the group: NorthCommons+subscribe(a)groups.io ------------------------------ Your Subscription <https://groups.io/g/NorthCommons/editsub/4649746> | Contact Group Owner <NorthCommons+owner(a)groups.io> | Unsubscribe <https://groups.io/g/NorthCommons/unsub> [raryals(a)gmail.com] _._,_._,_

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Fwd: A briefing paper that may be of interest to PSNA members
by raryals 21 Nov '24

21 Nov '24

Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Gordon Moore <hugmoore183(a)gmail.com> Date: Thu, Nov 21, 2024 at 10:57 AM Subject: A briefing paper that may be of interest to PSNA members To: <raryals(a)gmail.com> Hi Ruth, Knowing the target for all the zoning changes is important, in my view, to picking out the best way to meet the goals of the 2019 Envision report. I have serious reservations that the target is wrong and overestimated, thus entreating the Council to overdo the strength of the zoning proposal needed. Here is what I have sent to the Councilors and the CDD. Feel free to circulate or post it as you see fit. Gordon -- Gordon T. Moore MD, MPH (he/him/his) Professor of Population Medicine, Harvard Medical 401 Park Drive, Suite 401, Boston, MA 02215 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/401+Park+Drive,+Suite+401,+Boston,+MA+02…> *Gordon_moore(a)hms.harvard.edu <Gordon_moore(a)hms.harvard.edu>* or *Hugmoore183(a)gmail.com <Hugmoore183(a)gmail.com>* Tel: 617-491-6278 Cellphone: *617-966-7071*

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Fwd: Is there any chance you (or someone) could attend PSNA meeting this Thursday?
by raryals 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

PSNA -- Multifamily Zoning Ordinance , a Discussion Inbox Search for all messages with label Inbox Remove label Inbox from this conversation raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> 3:04 AM (15 hours ago) We meet hybridly. *In-Person:* Lesley University Hall, 1815 Mass Ave, Rm 2-078 (2nd flr). Steps from the Porter Square T stop. *On Zoom:* *Multifamily Housing Zoning Ordinance, a Discussion* *Nov 21, 2024 7-9 PM * Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86530812232?pwd=wFjIZZTXUwNLcQn0M6wWX4eUX2HHx1.1 Meeting ID: 865 3081 2232 Passcode: 562802 One tap mobile +13092053325,,86530812232#,,,,*562802# US Please join us for an informal *discussion of the proposed multifamily zoning ordinance* which proposes to allow 6 story multihousing to be built in all city neighborhoods, as of right. The ordinance begins by prohibiting exclusionary single and two family zoning. It goes on to remove most setback requirements, except for a small front setback. It largely reduces the planning board to an advisory body. Further, it would allow for 100% affordable housing at 13 stories in neighborhoods city-wide. We will seek to understand the proposed zoning ordinance, its genesis and the steps to its adoption and the deadlines for its passage. *A lot more details on the proposed zoning changes can be found here:* *https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing <https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing>* Finally, we will hold our annual election of officers at 8:45.. We welcome any new members to step forward and serve. Lacking that, our current officers are willing to serve another year. See you there! -- Ruth Ryals, President Porter Square Neighbors Association raryals(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Peters, Melissa <mpeters(a)cambridgema.gov> Date: Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 10:08 AM Subject: RE: Is there any chance you (or someone) could attend PSNA meeting this Thursday? To: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Hi Ruth, Unfortunately, I’m out of the office on Thursday else would be happy to come. I’m including the link to the presentation below. The projections start on slide 48. FINAL_20241119_Ord_CDDPresentation_Multifamily.pdf <https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/CDD/ZoningDevel/Amendments/2024/m…> Feel free to share. Best, Melissa *From:* raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> *Sent:* Tuesday, November 19, 2024 4:29 PM *To:* Peters, Melissa <mpeters(a)cambridgema.gov> *Subject:* Is there any chance you (or someone) could attend PSNA meeting this Thursday? 7-9 pm. Just to show some of the analysis. Not to be there all night necessarily. If that is not possibly blue is there anyway to get your presentation, which is most helpful, and renews my faith. Thanks, Tuth Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: Can you join our PSNA meeting, Nov 21, 7-9 pm?
by raryals 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

Harvard Crimson today: The Cambridge Planning Board punted a vote on their official recommendation for a proposal to eliminate single-family zoning in Cambridge on Tuesday, though members appeared tentatively supportive of the hotly-contested plan. “It may not be what I’ve seen over the past 50-plus years that I’ve lived here, but it’ll be something different, and it’ll be a new Cambridge, and it’ll be a great Cambridge,” board member H. Theodore Cohen said. The meeting came as a continuation of a hearing last week, which saw attendees deeply divided over the proposal <https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2024/11/13/cambridge-zoning-multifamily-…> to allow for six-story apartment buildings citywide. While some residents implored the Planning Board to issue a negative recommendation on the plan — arguing that it could bring radical and irreparable change to the city — most of the body’s seven members appeared leaning toward voting in favor on Tuesday. Still, they said they were waiting on more information from the city about the proposal’s impacts. Planning Board Vice Chair Tom Sieniewicz said that the two-hour discussion, which included questions and answers from city planning staff, was still not enough to “resolve all of those questions tonight, to my satisfaction.” “I am totally with you,” Planning Board Chair Mary T. Flynn responded. “I don’t think we are going to resolve them. I think we definitely are going to continue the hearing.” However, the Planning Board emphasized that the city staff had admirably addressed concerns that Cambridge residents have raised over the past several months. They specifically praised a Nov. 1 City Council hearing <https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2024/11/1/cambridge-multifamily-zoning-d…>, which saw city officials projecting optimism about the economic impact of the zoning upheaval. “I do feel like a lot of the studies and comments have been addressed by staff really well, and sort of make me feel at ease with going forward with such drastic change,” board member Diego Macias said. The Planning Board will resume their meeting on Dec. 17. The Council’s Ordinance Committee, which also discussed the proposal on Tuesday, similarly voted to continue their hearing on Dec. 4. The Council does not require the approval of the Planning Board to ratify the change to the zoning code, and could technically move to a decision before the board reconvenes — though it is unlikely that they will do so. Still, as the Council moves along with its own proceedings, some board members urged the body not to drag their heels on providing a recommendation. “Even if we do have more time before we want to send a report, I don't necessarily think we actually have that luxury,” Planning Board member Ashley Tan said. —Staff writer Laurel M. Shugart can be reached at laurel.shugart(a)thecrimson.com. Follow them on X @laurelmshugart <https://twitter.com/laurelmshugart> or on Threads @laurel.shugart <https://www.threads.net/@laurel.shugart>. —Staff writer Grace E. Yoon can be reached at grace.yoon(a)thecrimson.com. Follow her on X @graceunkyoon <https://twitter.com/graceunkyoon>.

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Fwd: Is there any chance you (or someone) could attend PSNA meeting this Thursday?
by raryals 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

Sharing, because it made me feel better to know this kind of analysis is being done. We will talk more about this tomorrow at the PSNA meeting. *In-Person:* Our meetings are hybrid: in person at Lesley University Hall (1815 Mass Ave) and via zoom (link below). Lesley University Hall, 1815 Mass Ave, Rm 2-078 (2nd flr). Steps from the Porter Square T stop. *On Zoom:* Multifamily Housing Zoning Ordinance, a Discussion Nov 21, 2024 7-9 PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86530812232?pwd=wFjIZZTXUwNLcQn0M6wWX4eUX2HHx1.1 Meeting ID: 865 3081 2232 Passcode: 562802 One tap mobile +13092053325,,86530812232#,,,,*562802# US Please join us for an informal *discussion of the proposed multifamily zoning ordinance* which proposes to allow 6 story multihousing to be built in all city neighborhoods, as of right. The ordinance begins by prohibiting exclusionary single and two family zoning. It goes on to remove most setback requirements, except for a small front setback. It largely reduces the planning board to an advisory body. Further, it would allow for 100% affordable housing at 13 stories in neighborhoods city-wide. We will seek to understand the proposed zoning ordinance, its genesis and the steps to its adoption and the deadlines for its passage. *A lot more details on the proposed zoning changes can be found here:* *https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing <https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing>* Finally, we will hold our annual election of officers at 8:45.. We welcome any new members to step forward and serve. Lacking that, our current officers are willing to serve another year. See you there! Thank you, Ruth ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Peters, Melissa <mpeters(a)cambridgema.gov> Date: Wed, Nov 20, 2024 at 10:08 AM Subject: RE: Is there any chance you (or someone) could attend PSNA meeting this Thursday? To: raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Hi Ruth, Unfortunately, I’m out of the office on Thursday else would be happy to come. I’m including the link to the presentation below. The projections start on slide 48. FINAL_20241119_Ord_CDDPresentation_Multifamily.pdf <https://www.cambridgema.gov/-/media/Files/CDD/ZoningDevel/Amendments/2024/m…> Feel free to share. Best, Melissa

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Fwd: 12/14: Make your holidays sing with Cantata Singers! 🎄
by raryals 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

Yes! Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com This seems like a lovely program in case anyone is interested. -B Begin forwarded message: *From: *Cantata Singers <hello(a)cantatasingers.org> *Subject: **Make your holidays sing with Cantata Singers! 🎄* *Date: *November 20, 2024 at 10:09:52 AM EST *To: *Bernice <b.buresh(a)me.com> *Reply-To: *Cantata Singers <hello(a)cantatasingers.org> View this email in your browser <https://mailchi.mp/cantatasingers/the-interlude-oceanas-rhythmic-waves-1417…> <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> A Cantata Christmas *Saturday, December 14, 2024 | 7:30 PM* St. Paul’s Parish, Cambridge *This December, A Cantata Christmas brings the spirit of the season to life with a program as varied as the city it calls home. From glorious masterpieces to festive singalong carols, there’s something for everyone!* Gather with Cantata Singers this holiday season to experience the beauty of choral music in the stunning St. Paul’s Parish. Featuring Bach’s radiant *"Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern,"* the festive grandeur of Gabrieli, and cherished carols arranged by David Willcocks, *A Cantata Christmas* offers a musical journey that celebrates tradition, joy, and community. Whether you’re moved by timeless masterpieces or love to join in a hearty singalong, this is a concert that welcomes everyone to share in the magic of the season. Check it out! <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> In case you missed it... *Pay-as-you-wish to stream Monteverdi's Vespers* Get the link. <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> [image: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgfVlopmZ2UHcJK9kacX1jg] <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> [image: https://www.facebook.com/CantataSingers] <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> [image: Instagram] <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> [image: Twitter] <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> [image: Website] <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> *Copyright © 2023 Cantata Singers, All rights reserved.* You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. *Our mailing address is:* Cantata Singers 292 Newbury St <https://www.google.com/maps/search/292+Newbury+St+%23328+Boston,+MA+02115?e…> #328 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/292+Newbury+St+%23328+Boston,+MA+02115?e…> Boston, <https://www.google.com/maps/search/292+Newbury+St+%23328+Boston,+MA+02115?e…> MA <https://www.google.com/maps/search/292+Newbury+St+%23328+Boston,+MA+02115?e…> 02115 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/292+Newbury+St+%23328+Boston,+MA+02115?e…> Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/profile?u=e6cec7a209be068b5a4f8…> or unsubscribe from this list <https://cantatasingers.us17.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=e6cec7a209be068b5…> .

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PSNA -- Multifamily Zoning Ordinance , a Discussion
by raryals 20 Nov '24

20 Nov '24

We meet hybridly. *In-Person:* Lesley University Hall, 1815 Mass Ave, Rm 2-078 (2nd flr). Steps from the Porter Square T stop. *On Zoom:* Multifamily Housing Zoning Ordinance, a Discussion Nov 21, 2024 7-9 PM Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86530812232?pwd=wFjIZZTXUwNLcQn0M6wWX4eUX2HHx1.1 Meeting ID: 865 3081 2232 Passcode: 562802 One tap mobile +13092053325,,86530812232#,,,,*562802# US Please join us for an informal *discussion of the proposed multifamily zoning ordinance* which proposes to allow 6 story multihousing to be built in all city neighborhoods, as of right. The ordinance begins by prohibiting exclusionary single and two family zoning. It goes on to remove most setback requirements, except for a small front setback. It largely reduces the planning board to an advisory body. Further, it would allow for 100% affordable housing at 13 stories in neighborhoods city-wide. We will seek to understand the proposed zoning ordinance, its genesis and the steps to its adoption and the deadlines for its passage. *A lot more details on the proposed zoning changes can be found here:* *https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing <https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing>* Finally, we will hold our annual election of officers at 8:45.. We welcome any new members to step forward and serve. Lacking that, our current officers are willing to serve another year. See you there! -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Fwd: Page & Leaf Cafe is Now Open!
by raryals 18 Nov '24

18 Nov '24

Yeah! Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Porter Square Books <newsletter(a)portersquarebooks.com> Date: Mon, Nov 18, 2024 at 5:36 PM Subject: Page & Leaf Cafe is Now Open! Hello Porter Square Books Community, Apologies for the extra email this week, but we figured this news is worthy of some extra correspondence. Page & Leaf Cafe <https://u13048101.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.luTSYeh4Uulktnt7fOogUIv…> opens tomorrow! They're hours tomorrow will be 7AM-4PM, so be sure to stop in for some caffeine on your way to work or for an afternoon snack & a tasty beverage. Stay tuned for their full hours and other information. Josh ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ [image: Entity] [image: Splash] Hello Porter Square Books Community, Apologies for the extra email this week, but we figured this news is worthy of some extra correspondence. Page & Leaf Cafe <https://u13048101.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.luTSYeh4Uulktnt7fOogUIv…> opens tomorrow! They're hours tomorrow will be 7AM-4PM, so be sure to stop in for some caffeine on your way to work or for an afternoon snack & a tasty beverage. Stay tuned for their full hours and other information. Josh <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1815+Mass+Ave%0D%0A+++++++++++++++++++++…> 617-491-2220 1815 Mass Ave <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1815+Mass+Ave%0D%0A+++++++++++++++++++++…> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1815+Mass+Ave%0D%0A+++++++++++++++++++++…> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1815+Mass+Ave%0D%0A+++++++++++++++++++++…> Cambridge, MA 02140 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/1815+Mass+Ave%0D%0A+++++++++++++++++++++…> Hours: 7AM - 7PM Weekdays 8AM - 7PM Weekends info(a)portersquarebooks.com <https://www.google.com/maps/search/50+Liberty+Dr.%0D%0A++++++++++++++++++++…> 617-675-9760 50 Liberty Dr. <https://www.google.com/maps/search/50+Liberty+Dr.%0D%0A++++++++++++++++++++…> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/50+Liberty+Dr.%0D%0A++++++++++++++++++++…> <https://www.google.com/maps/search/50+Liberty+Dr.%0D%0A++++++++++++++++++++…> Boston, MA 02210 <https://www.google.com/maps/search/50+Liberty+Dr.%0D%0A++++++++++++++++++++…> Hours: 10AM - 6PM Monday - Thursday 10AM - 8PM Friday- Sunday <https://u13048101.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.luTSYeh4Uulktnt7fOogUDe…> <https://u13048101.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.luTSYeh4Uulktnt7fOogUDe…> Unsubscribe or Manage Preferences <https://u13048101.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=u001.luTSYeh4Uulktnt7fOogUMp…>

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Fwd: Contact Ordnance Comm. re Residential Upzoning
by raryals 18 Nov '24

18 Nov '24

PSNA folks, Sorry, I missed the deadline for testimony by 5 tonight, but I would write anyway. In any case, get your comments into the PB or the Ordinance Committee/City Council as soon as possible. Before it is too late, please read/ watch/listen to the proposed zoning ordinances (there are 2, paired). Deadlines and sites below from Lee at CRA/Housing Justice. Please cc me or PSNA if you write. Please also attend our meeting this Thursday night to talk about this subject. Details to follow. Most importantly, educate yourself and weigh in! Ruth p.s. In addition to Lee's comments below, I would point out that the proposal would also allow AHO buildings in all neighborhoods at 13 floors. Further it provides for NO setbacks in the rear or on the side of the lot. And only a minor (10 ft) set back in front. This will make the planting and survival of trees near impossible. ---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Cambridge Residents Alliance <president(a)cambridgeresidentsalliance.org > Date: Mon, Nov 18, 2024 at 5:12 PM Subject: Contact Ordnance Comm. re Residential Upzoning To: <raryals(a)gmail.com> ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Cambridge Residents Alliance <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/?e=d403c5d06e95f3011d0912fbd8ae0…> DearFriend The Council’s Ordinance Committee will hold its first *hearing on Tues. 11/19, at 6:30pm to discuss the proposed citywide residential upzoning. * *PLEASE EMAIL THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE: council(a)cambridgema.gov <council(a)cambridgema.gov> and copy the Clerk: clerk(a)cambridgema.gov <clerk(a)cambridgema.gov>* Please BCC your comments to chjc(a)cambridgehousingjustice.com Please use your own words. *We have been told there will be no public comment *at this meeting, which will include a presentation from CDD and comments by Councilors. You can watch on zoom here <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=nv_VmNXNT3wlUIveuHaspQ_00lZV…> . Also on 11/19, Planning Board <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=zHo9wShdpBi3id8l1eg11dfpip-G…>, 6:30pm will hold a continued hearing and first discussion of the zoning by Planning Board members. No public comment; if you have not yet written, *comment is due today, Mon. 5pm* *here* <planningboardcomment(a)cambridgema.gov>. Watch here <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=nv_VmNXNT3wlUIveuHaspQ_00lZV…> . There will be at least two more Ordinance Committee hearings *with* public comment. Please *let us know **here <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=ztMGLCgm2-HdK1PZeuFlhVFxHH69…> **if you can give public comment on 12/4* at 2:30pm. This will help us plan. These are the next two hearings: 12/4, Ordinance Committee <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=JvJAXYSELUpBDE_6U6--IZRH3_S7…>, 2:30pm. Public comment 12/19, Ordinance Committee <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=JvJAXYSELUpBDE_6U6--IZRH3_S7…>, 5:30pm. Public comment *What has been proposed:* Cambridge is considering zoning to allow 6 floors or 75’ of market-rate housing in all parts of the city, as well as greatly decreasing the amount of project review of new buildings; buildings with more than 9 units would have 20% Inclusionary housing. The city estimates that *40% of the projects would not have any Inclusionary units. * This zoning proposal can still be changed. The Cambridge Housing Justice Coalition has raised concerns that the zoning proposal makes it much easier for developers to build substantially more market-rate housing in Cambridge with no associated Inclusionary units. The likely result of this zoning will be more teardowns of naturally occurring affordable housing and its replacement with higher cost market housing. The proposed zoning also doesn’t provide adequate benefits to 100% affordable housing developers to allow them to compete with market rate projects, so the zoning may result in fewer 100% affordable units. *The core of Cambridge’s zoning changes and housing policy must address housing affordability and protect those most vulnerable to displacement.* The original charge of the Housing Committee included “a goal of having viable housing for everyone, especially lower-income residents.” (Charter Right #2, 3/25/24). Lower-income residents, including many residents of color, are being displaced by high housing costs now and cannot find affordable housing in Cambridge. To meet that goal and develop zoning that helps and does not harm lower-income residents, CHJC asks for the proposed *zoning to be amended so that it only applies to* *buildings larger than 10,000 square feet or more than 9 units.* This ensures that any new building would be required to have at least 2 Inclusionary units. This amendment would reduce the acceleration of displacement because completely market-rate projects would not get more incentives and opportunities to destroy naturally occurring affordable housing and displace residents. It would assure that the city would gain inclusionary housing in buildings built under the new zoning. This amendment would strongly incentivize developers to focus on projects that contribute Inclusionary Housing units. Please ask Cambridge’s Community Development Dept. (CDD) to provide findings on the proposed zoning's impact on households earning below 50% AMI. Specifically, please ask CDD to respond to CHJC's list of questions <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=idMj8teO7QM4qukMiXOOSjJ8iEhB…> about the zoning. Please share this email with friends and neighbors. Thanks for taking action, The Cambridge Housing Justice Coalition cambridgehousingjustice.com <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=EJWLwz10pt7Cg3fsCbYrLxfZlTGK…> Cambridge Residents Alliance https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/ <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/?e=d403c5d06e95f3011d0912fbd8ae0…> Cambridge Residents Alliance · PO Box 390487, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States This email was sent to raryals(a)gmail.com. To stop receiving emails, click here <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/unsubscribe?e=d403c5d06e95f3011d…>. You can also keep up with Cambridge Residents Alliance on Twitter <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=4SuU8GvUoH5kuC6ZA-rNCQU3nf2F…> or Facebook <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=OP7bTRnDrfeXE6HM2ttKcZn_e7KL…>. Created with NationBuilder <https://www.cambridgeresidentsalliance.org/r?u=z992YIBdk7dgCRaZKwrv3aYBepLS…>, software for leaders. ******************************************************************************************************************************* PSNA meeting Thursday, Nov 21, 7-9 pm Inbox Search for all messages with label Inbox Remove label Inbox from this conversation raryals <raryals(a)gmail.com> Fri, Nov 15, 3:54 AM (3 days ago) to PSNA, bcc: neighbors, bcc: North, bcc: normawassel(a)yahoo.com, bcc: Margaret, bcc: Susan, bcc: John, bcc: Jessica, bcc: Phoebe, bcc: walter Our meetings are hybrid: in person at Lesley University Hall (1815 Mass Ave) and via zoom (link to follow). Please join us for a *discussion of the proposed multifamily zoning ordinance* which proposes to allow 6 story multihousing to be built in all city neighborhoods, as of right. The ordinance begins by prohibiting exclusive single family zoning. It goes on to remove most setback requirements, except for a small front setback. It largely reduces the planning board to an advisory body. Further, it would allow for 100% affordable housing at 13 stories in neighborhoods city-wide. We will seek to understand the proposed zoning changes, its genesis and the deadlines for its passage. *More details on the proposed zoning changes can be found here:* *https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing <https://www.cambridgema.gov/CDD/Projects/Zoning/multifamilyhousing>* Finally, we will hold our annual election of officers. We welcome any new members to step forward and serve. Lacking that, our current officers are willing to serve another year. Thank you, Ruth -- Ruth Ryals raryals(a)gmail.com

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Whose car is this?
by raryals 18 Nov '24

18 Nov '24

Can you please move it so we can back out of our driveway more easily/safely? Ruth and Jim Upland and Buena Vista

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