Councilor Flynn is at it again, pushing policies that would turn South Boston into more of a gated community than a neighborhood.

As an 18-year South Boston homeowner and active community member, I strongly oppose his proposal to expand resident parking restrictions to seven nights a week across the neighborhood. This would severely limit access for friends, family, caregivers, tradespeople, and other essential visitors, especially on weekends, which are currently the only time non-permit holders can park without restriction.

Today, I sent a letter to Interim Streets Chief Nick Gove, the Streets Cabinet, and Councilor Flynn urging the City to reject this lazy, one-size-fits-all proposal and instead focus on practical, community-minded solutions:

• Conduct a thorough audit of active permits and require proof of residency for renewals.
• Increase enforcement of existing resident parking regulations, particularly for vehicles with out-of-state plates that are effectively being stored in South Boston while avoiding Massachusetts registration requirements.
• Explore capping the number of permits issued per household to better manage limited street space.
• Develop a thoughtful visitor pass program that preserves access for caregivers, family members, and guests, while recognizing that many residents do not own vehicles.

Seven-night resident parking restrictions won’t solve South Boston’s parking challenges. Before making it harder for people to visit family, friends, or aging relatives, the City should focus on enforcing existing rules and addressing abuse of the current permit system.

If you agree, I encourage you to contact the Streets Cabinet and Councilor Flynn and let them know this isn’t the answer. You can use my letter template here: https://www.coreyd.com/field-notes/southieparking

Sincerely,

Corey Dinopoulos