Summary
Neighbors have been stewarding the city-owned lot at 100 Church Street and want it permanently designated a pocket park. The request now goes to the MSFI Committee.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Long-term maintenance costs for the city if designated a permanent park.
The Church Street neighborhood and park users citywide.
Mentions & discussions (3)
City Council - Jul 2, 2026
Kenneth Kost updated the council on neighborhood stewardship of the city-owned 100 Church Street property and asked the city to keep it permanently as a pocket park.
Municipal Services, Facilities and Infrastructure Committee - Jun 24, 2026
East Keene neighbors have transformed a lot the city almost sold — 15 community events, fewer police calls, active cleanups — and want it kept permanently as a pocket park. The city says no sale talks are happening, but a formal designation is tricky since the group isn't an official organization.
City Council - Jun 18, 2026
Neighbors have been stewarding the city-owned lot at 100 Church Street and want it permanently designated a pocket park. The request now goes to the MSFI Committee.
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