October 2021 – Mugar Update 3
The ZBA closed the public hearing for the Comprehensive Permit for Thorndike Place on October 20, and on Thursday, October 28, at 7:30 pm will begin deliberations on the final decision for the permit application. You can review the October 13 version of the draft decision here.
The ZBA expects to render its decision on or before November 23rd, and there may be other meetings in the interim. The deliberation meetings are open to the public for observation, but the applicant, Town officials, and residents may no longer participate in these sessions.
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting. You will receive a confirmation email with information about joining the meeting.
Arlington Land Trust continues to advocate for the permanent protection of the Mugar parcel as conservation land. The site is subject to regular and significant flooding, and is a critical stormwater buffer for the surrounding and downstream neighborhoods of East Arlington.