LETTER: Waltham Councillor Supports Starbucks Proposal

The following is a letter to the editor from Waltham City Councillor Tom Stanley.

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Dear Editor:

On Monday, March 25, the City Council recently heard from developers about a proposed Starbucks at the former Polaroid site at 1265 Main St. I am writing to express my support for this Starbucks, which would be open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. and offer 18 outdoor seats and 26 inside seats.

1265 Main is a 280,000 square foot, mixed-use development on I-95/Rt. 128 in Waltham which will offer office space and shopping. The project’s developers requested special permits from the Council to operate a fast food establishment, a drive-thru at the site and open at 5 a.m. The Council’s Rules & Ordinance Committee will now further review the requests. 

I believe that this proposal would be an excellent addition to the City, as it will be Starbuck’s first location in Waltham. Development amenities such as Starbucks will only enhance this mixed-use project and attract additional businesses to fill the office space. Most importantly, the developers have reviewed important components such as circulations, safety, visibility and parking, and Starbuck’s design has been approved. 

Additional business in Waltham creates jobs and boosts the economy, which can only benefit our residents and City as a whole. Having a Starbucks in Waltham will be a great asset to our community and residents who enjoy the restaurant/coffee shop.

Sincerely,

Tom Stanley