Guv Likes Everett Stadium Idea, But Timeline Still Unknown
Gov. Maura Healey suggested Friday that lawmakers could return next month to tackle major unfinished business, though a spokesperson walked back that timeline on Monday.
Special Session Planned to Pass Biotech, Stadium Bill
Following an appeal from Gov. Maura Healey, the leaders of the House and Senate said late Friday that they are willing to call a special formal session of the Legislature to approve an economic development bond bill.
Senate Includes Everett Stadium in Economic Development Bill
The House and Senate have both supported the idea over the past few years, but have not been able to get on the same page this year. It’s left the stadium again at the mercy of a conference committee.
Everett Soccer Stadium Bill Clears First Committee
Legislation paving the way for a soccer stadium in Everett scored a favorable committee report, and while the bill’s hometown sponsor is revved up about “getting everything going,” the bill appears to be on the Senate backburner for at least this month.
Boston, Everett Officials Square Off Over Stadium
The effort to develop a pro soccer stadium in Everett drew praise Tuesday from state officials, but warnings from Boston leaders that it could cause traffic “nightmares” and pleaded to be included in future planning discussions.
Wu: Still No Kraft Group Outreach on Everett Stadium
The MBTA’s plans for a Silver Line extension running past the proposed New England Revolution stadium site in Everett hasn’t diminished Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s concerns about the project’s potential burdens.
Housing Investments, Everett Stadium in Limbo as Session Ends
Hundreds of millions of dollars in housing investments are in limbo after state legislators held off on finalizing a popular economic development bill Sunday night.
Mayor Wants Transit Upgrades for Everett Waterfront Development
Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria and a Beacon Hill lawmaker defended legislation that could accelerate redevelopment of a 43-acre waterfront parcel including a potential professional soccer stadium.
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