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Jamaica Plain residents press council to prioritize reopening of Hennigan community center and pool
Summary
Residents testified at the May 6 Ways and Means hearing asking for clearer timelines and community engagement on repairs and reopening of the Hennigan community center and pool. BCYF described the site’s programming and said repairs are underway with BPS and contractors.
At the Boston City Council Committee on Ways and Means hearing on May 6, 2025, community representatives from Jamaica Plain urged the council and city agencies to prioritize repairs and clearer communication about the BCYF Hennigan community center and pool.
Louisa Harris, representing Jamaica Plain Neighbors Organization, told the committee the community held an April 10 meeting with about 150 attendees and launched a petition pressing the city to reopen the site. Harris said residents want “the sports center to be operational and accessible to the whole community with programming and hours of operation that align with our community’s needs.” She asked for clearer communication on the status of capital…
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