John Tobin Boston City Councillor

City Councillor Tobin Honors Comedian Dane Cook at the Boston City Council

Team Tobin — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:53:02 -0400

Boston City Councillor John M. Tobin, Jr., Chair of the City Council’s Committee on Arts, Film, Humanities & Tourism, and the members of the Boston City Council honored comedian and actor Dane Cook with a Boston City Council Resolution naming Wednesday, September 17, 2008 “Dane Cook Day” in the City of Boston.

The presentation took place in the Council Chamber at the beginning of the City Council’s weekly meeting at 11:30 a.m. on the 5th floor of Boston City Hall.

Video: Paving Over the Trolley Tracks

Steve Garfield — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 17:22:21 -0400

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.

Slide 25 by bsra5706, on Flickr

Visit the Boston Street Railway Association.

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

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Reminder: Parkway Family Day This Saturday

Steve Garfield — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:25:07 -0400

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.

John Tobin: Annual Spring Breakfast

Steve Garfield — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:43:25 -0400

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

Stocking Jamaica Pond

Steve Garfield — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 22:32:10 -0400

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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General Election, Tuesday November 6th

Steve Garfield — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 12:24:04 -0400

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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.

Fall Fiesta Halloween Party Picture Slideshow

Steve Garfield — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 08:26:07 -0400

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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.

30 Second Music Video: John Tobin's Fall Fiesta Halloween Party 2007

Steve Garfield — Tue, 23 Oct 2007 08:23:14 -0400

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.

John Tobin's Fall Fiesta Halloween Party

Steve Garfield — Mon, 08 Oct 2007 14:06:11 -0400

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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.

Introducing Alex Gordillo

Steve Garfield — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 20:44:20 -0400

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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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