Update on South End Library and City's Decision on Alley 510
Dear South End Community Members,
I hope you are having a nice start to the summer. Thank you to all who joined us for the BPL South End Branch Capital Project meeting and walk-through on Tuesday, May 19. After collectively reviewing options for modifying the private alley running behind the branch library (Alley 510), and receiving feedback, the City has selected Option 1. Option 1 prioritizes minimizing impact on the adjacent park. You can review all options presented hereThe project schedule remains on track, with the prequalification stage of contractor selection underway. The design team is updating the construction documents to reflect the new alley modifications shown in Option 1 while further refining exterior design details. The next stage of the bidding process is expected to commence Fall 2026.
At this time, we are also reviewing additional methods to address towing and parking concerns, and appreciate all of the feedback we have heard so far.
If you have thoughts or questions, please reach out to Priscilla Foley at pfoley@bpl.org for library questions and Gerry Gorman at gerard.gorman@boston.gov for any post construction city services questions as we continue to take feedback. And please reach out to our South End Neighborhood Liaison, Michaela Nee, for all other questions. Thank you for your partnership and have a great weekend.
Mohammed Missouri
Executive Director, Office of Neighborhood Services
Office of Mayor Michelle Wu
617.306.1038 (c)
Additional more detailed information can be found from the Rutland Square Association
