Last month, Charlesview, Inc. agreed in principle to a land-swap with Harvard, culminating three years of negotations between the two entities over the Charlesview Apartment complex.
The proposal solidifes Harvard’s hope for a cohesive campus in Allston, but like most of Harvard’s acquistions, it has attracted a fair share of controversy.
Myths About Charlesview
By ABRAHAM HALBFINGER
Monday, December 18, 2006 10:32 PM
These are important times for the residents of the Charlesview, the greater Allston-Brighton community, the city of Boston, and Harvard University. Our hope is that “controversy,” especially when it comes to the Charlesview, is put into proper context and not overstated.
Has This Land Already Been ‘Promised?’
By RICARDO SANCHEZ
Monday, December 18, 2006 10:34 PM
We are at once saddened at finding ourselves having to fight this battle that we did not ask for, and at the same time committed to doing what we can to ensure that residents have a voice; that we, and our opinions, are respected and taken into account.
Charlesview and the Future
By KEVIN A. MCCLUSKEY
Monday, December 18, 2006 10:36 PM
The three-year conversation between Charlesview and Harvard has kept the Charlesview Board's expressed concerns and principles at the forefront and has focused on the elements of a shared future.
Homes Before Harvard
By MICHAEL GOULD-WARTOFSKY and KELLY L. LEE
Monday, December 18, 2006 10:38 PM
We’ve seen it before, and we’re seeing it now: Accountability and transparency is missing in action at Harvard.
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