Historic Pier 5, at the Head of Boston Harbor in the Charlestown Navy Yard, is owned by the BPDA and has been neglected for decades. In September 2020, an RFP was issued by the BPDA for redevelopment of Pier 5. Only three proposals were received, all for residential housing which is not an original M.G.L. …
Update: On November 21, 2021 the BRA indicated it is “highly supportive of public open space along the water’s edge and ensuring access to the harbor” in the Charlestown Navy Yard and would support increased open space and/or park at the Pier through philanthropic or private financing. In their statement, the BRA states it would …
2021 BPDA Supports public open space, exceptional benefits on Pier 5 Read More »
Despite Boston Redevelopment Authority 2030 Vision Plan, maintenance has been neglected. Unfortunately, the promising Boston 2030 vision has been compromised by privatization which, disconnects people from the natural, cultural, and economic history of the region. Boston lacks a Public Private Project (PPP) oversight committee to stop this socio-economic and ecological backward course. A Private Authority …
Pier 5 is the jewel of Boston Harbor, which is not utilized. Where but Boston would lay waste a magnificent opportunity to transform our historic Navy Yard, plus this is the site of the assault from the British in the Battle of Bunker Hill; has magnificent views of the expanse of the City skyline from the …
Courageous Sailing Center – Right between Piers 4 and 5 Read More »
by John Lynds • February 16, 2022 Last week the two candidates for the District 1 City Council seat, Gabriela ‘Gigi’ Coletta and Tania De Rio, took part in a virtual candidates forum hosted by the Pier 5 Association. “The Pier 5 Association, a group of Charlestown Community Members and Neighbors wants to give a big shout out …
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