Friday, March 22, 2013
A proposed zoning amendment is raising concern among developers and real estate agents.
A proposed Waltham zoning amendment has raised concerns among local businessmen and real estate agents who say it would hinder homeowners’ ability to expand and improve their houses. “These zoning changes are very detrimental to a lot of different neighborhoods in the city,” Realty Executive Owner/Broker Kevin Song told Waltham Patch. “This is going to prevent a lot of people from wanting to stay [in Waltham].” Overall, the proposal would tighten regulations for finishing basements, limit the height of residences and prevent future developments from exploiting existing loopholes, according to City Councillor Robert Logan, who proposed the amendment. It would also tighten zoning rules for parking. The City Council and Board of Planning & …
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Monday, December 17, 2012
See what City Councilor Robert Logan has to say on the recent controversy around the Main Street Marketplace.
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Monday, December 17, 2012
The following is a letter to the editor from City Councilor Robert Logan. This is in response to the various comments posted under the article “Delays For Five Guys/Panera/Chipotle Opening?” I am somewhat reluctant to even bother responding because most of the comments have been posted by wise crackers who think they have all the answers, but don’t have a clue what they are talking about. However, for the benefit of those intelligent few who have attempted to engage in some level of civil discourse, here is the story. FACT: The delays have all been the fault of the developer/property owner. There three “fast-food” special permits currently pending before the City Council -- Panera Bread, Five Guys and Chipotle. However, before these were …
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
The following is a letter to the editor.
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
The following is a letter to the editor.
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Tuesday, November 27, 2012
The following is from City Councilor Robert Logan. Let me first address the more general issue of new businesses coming into the City of Waltham. Waltham is one of the most pro-business cities in the state. We have a commercial base that is the envy of the Commonwealth, and is headquarters for a number of large corporations. When Dassault Systèmes opened its North American Headquarters on Wyman Street last year it brought over 800 high-tech jobs to Waltham. Waltham has more Class A office space than any other community on Route 128, and more hotel rooms than any other city in Massachusetts outside of Boston and Cambridge. Waltham is attracting plenty of businesses with well paying jobs. In fact, according the U.S. Census there are 6,221 …
Friday, November 16, 2012
City Councilor Robert Logan is pushing for the city to expand its use of social media.
Mayor Jeanette McCarthy said this week she is open to expanding the city's use of social media platforms to distribute information to its residents but cautioned against potential pitfalls. "We can't go into it blind. But, we have to look into it,” McCarthy said during a Tuesday, Nov. 13 meeting of the city's E-Committee at City Hall. McCarthy made the comments in response to City Councilor Robert Logan's resolution to beef up the city's use of social media to communicate with residents. The discussion come amidst continuing complaints by city officials and residents that the city has not adequately communicated crucial information to them. For example, the city failed to notify residents of whether trash pickup would be delayed on the day…
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Waltham City Councilor Robert Logan fielded liquor license questions.
The proposal to issue additional liquor licenses throughout the city has gained support but also drawn stiff opposition. City Councilor Robert Logan answered your questions on the proposal during our live chat Thursday evening. As a city councilor, Logan has been one of many officials reviewing the proposal and posing questions about it.
Friday, May 25, 2012
City Councilor Robert Logan will field questions on the proposal.
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Friday, May 25, 2012
Have a question about the recent proposal to issue additional liquor licenses in Waltham? Next week, Waltham Patch will give you the opportunity to ask it without leaving the comfort of your home,or your work desk. On Thursday, May 31 at 6:30 p.m., Waltham Patch will hold a live chat with City Councilor Robert Logan on the proposal to issue additional liquor licenses in the city. Basically, the city has proposed issuing new liquor licenses to specific locations to entice potential tenants to locate in places that are being redeveloped. So far, restaurants owners have strongly opposed the deal. Come back to Waltham Patch on Thursday and enter our chat room where you can type in your question. The article with the chat room will go live in …
Sunday, September 4, 2011
Catch up on the week's headlines.
This week, ok Sunday, saw Hurricane Irene blow through causing minor damage to Waltham. Waltham officials vented their frustration with a proposal to route trucks carrying hazardous materials through the city. A Waltham man was busted for doing a drug deal while police were observing him. City Councillor Robert Logan demonstrated the power of Twitter during bad weather by live tweeting during Hurricane Irene.
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Join the conversation.
During Hurricane Irene, little information was available from public officials, except for Waltham City Councillor Robert Logan, who live tweeted storm developments. Given that, tell how do you think Waltham city government should upate the public during storms?
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Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Answer our weekly question in the comments box below.
Welcome to the newest Waltham Patch feature, Question of the Week. Each week, we'll ask you a question that relates to an issue affecting Waltham and its residents. Weigh in with your thoughts and opinions in the comments section below. With the U.S. Postal Service studying whether it should close the Post Office a Spruce Street, tell us whether you think it should.
Jennifer Morgan
3:53 pm on Monday, March 25, 2013
We have been considering buying a ranch in Waltham with the intent of buying under a 203k loan and adding on a second floor. If this isn't an option, we won't buy in Waltham and when our daughter is out of school in 3 years, we will move outside the city. So sad that they would restrict homeowners from adding to their homes. Most families grow and expand - how crazy! more ›