A long-stalled $1 billion high-rise development project on Boston Harbor proposed by a bitter enemy of Mayor Thomas M. Menino could get new life under a new mayor — and some candidates say they're open to revisiting the dormant deal.
International Place developer Don Chiofaro, who has famously clashed with Menino over the proposed Harbor Garage project, has been reportedly polling residents on their support and is considering reviving plans for the twin towers that would house a 200-room hotel, condos and retail along the waterfront, next to the New England Aquarium.
Chiofaro, who did not return messages, conducted a similar poll in 2010, only to see the deal blocked by the Boston Redevelopment Authority.
"If I'm mayor, I want to bring a new era of transparency to the BRA," said mayoral candidate and City Councilor John Connolly. "Everyone has the right to submit a project for a transparent review."
News of Chiofaro's renewed efforts comes amid hefty criticism of the BRA, the city's development arm which was designed to be independent but has become a de facto rubber stamp for the mayor over Menino's 20-year career.
Councilor Michael P. Ross, who's also running for mayor, said he's open to working with Chiofaro — or any other developer — who has an idea on how to spruce up the harbor front.
"We can do better than a garage," Ross said. "But it has to fit in with the plan for the area. We need to switch to a plan first, build a mindset second."
Another candidate, state Rep. Martin J. Walsh, echoed that sentiment, saying: "I would be willing to listen to anyone about any project, if it's a good economic development project for the city. But I'm also going to balance the concerns of the community as well."
Menino, who hosted his final summer open house at his Hyde Park home last night, dismissed the clash with Chiofaro.
"Let the next mayor deal with it," Menino said. "You have to work by the procedures in place. You can't make your own rules for your own gain. We have procedures in place in the city and you have to follow those procedures."
Richard Weir contributed to this report.
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