Boston City Councillor John Tobin takes us down to South Street in Jamaica Plain to report on the progress of the paving over of the trolley tracks, and talk about the history of the project.


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Visit the Boston Street Railway Association.

More info on the old trolleys: Overhead lines, Trolley pole, Pantograph, Bow collector.

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Join Councillor Tobin for Parkway Family Day at West Roxbury’s Millennium Park on Saturday, June 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Boston City Councilor John Tobin at his Annual Spring Breakfast Fundraiser, Saturday, April 19 at the Corrib Restaurant.

Governer of Massachusetts, Deval Patrick, Boston City Councillor John Tobin, Representative Jeffrey Sanchez and others turned out to stock Jamaica Pond in Jamaica Plain, MA.

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I'm running unopposed for District 6 City Councillor and am on the ballot for the General Election, Tuesday November 6th.

I don't take it for granted. It's a team effort with my entire office staff and support from the neighborhoods.

I need your vote.

I'm delighted about returning for another two year term. I love having a real opportunity to have an impact on people's everyday lives. It would not be possible without so many of you. I'd like your vote. If you have any questions email me or call the City Hall Office, 617-635-4220, or call our new campaign office in West Roxbury 617-327-3634.

Thanks for all your support in the past, present and future.

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Here a musical slide show of pictures from Boston City Councillor John Tobin's 4th Annual Fall Fiesta Halloween Party which was held on Saturday, October 20, 2007. Everyone had a great time! Enjoy the show.

Look at John Tobin's Fall Fiesta Halloween Party 2007 photos here.

This is a 30 Second Music Video from John Tobin's Fall Fiesta Halloween Party 2007.

Look at John Tobin's Fall Fiesta Halloween Party 2007 photos here.

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Boston City Councillor John Tobin provides the details for his 4th Annual Fall Fiesta Halloween Party. Saturday, October 20, 2007 4 PM to 7 PM Annunciation Hall, 7 VFW Pkwy, Roslindale, Mass. Kids and Seniors Free, Costume Prizes, Music, Food and Goodie Bags for Children.

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Meet Alex Gordillo, Councillor Tobin’s new liaison for Jamaica Plain.

Alex came to this job from being a street worker in Jamaica Plain working with youth. Alex speaks Spanish and can relate to youth.

He enjoys working with people and wants to reach out to the people in JP. Alex's job includes constituent services focusing on JP, legislative research, and other administrative tasks. He also represents Councillor Tobin at community meetings and public hearings.

Look for Alex around the neighborhood or contact him with your questions, concerns or ideas at (617) 635-4220 or e-mail him at Alex.Gordillo [at] cityofboston.gov

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Meet Cliff McLean, Councillor Tobin’s new liaison for West Roxbury.

Cliff began working in Councillor Tobin’s office earlier this summer. His job includes constituent services, legislative research, and other administrative tasks. He also represents Councillor Tobin at community meetings and public hearings.

Cliff, a lifelong resident of West Roxbury, is a graduate of Hamilton College in New York where he majored in Government. He also attended Catholic Memorial High School. Cliff replaces Robert Orthman who recently left Councillor Tobin’s staff after more than three years to attend Suffolk University Law School.

Look for Cliff around the neighborhood or contact him with your questions, concerns or ideas at (617) 635-4220 or e-mail him at Cliff.Mclean [at] cityofboston.gov.

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