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Notice was received from the Mayor of her absence from the City from Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 12:00 P.M., returning Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 2:30 P.M.
Placed on file. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in support of Governor Healey's proposal to temporarily suspend the state gas tax.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 23, 2026)
Communication was received from Jeffrey B. Mullan, for the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, re: State Highway Alteration Plan and Alteration and City Layout -- Laying Out and Transfer of a...
Placed on file. (Sep 23, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss the status of the Boston Rodent Action Plan.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in support of reviving the Codman Square Merchants Association.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 23, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss support for LGBTQ+ Veterans that received an Other Than Honorable discharge.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
The Constable Bond of Joseph Smith having been duly approved by the Collector-Treasurer was received and approved under the usual terms and conditions.
Approved under the usual terms and conditions (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in support of a commission to hire and retain Boston Police officers.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Mejia offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Andrea Atkinson in City Council, effective September 19, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Sep 23, 2026)
Order for a hearing on the review of the Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code at the three-year threshold.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Mejia offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Charles Yancey in City Council, effective September 19, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Sep 23, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss a full-year civics course and graduation requirement for Boston Public Schools.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in support of Question 4 to establish Election Day Voter Registration in Massachusetts.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution proclaiming September 30, 2026 "Ringo Starr Day" in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Sep 21, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Boston Coastal Storm Risk Management Study.
Placed on file. (Sep 23, 2026)
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Resolution supporting Boston Medical Center Resident Physicians and their efforts to secure a fair contract.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the inaugural Berklee Homecoming Block Party.
Agenda Ready (Sep 21, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss public health disparities in Boston's communities of color.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in support of accelerating housing production with proposed targeted tax abatements.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding Tremont Street and Parker Street roadway markings and safety concerns.
Placed on file. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Forty Thousand Sixty-Three Dollars and Fifty-Four Cents ($40,063.54) in the form of a grant, WPP SNAP Expansion...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00) in the form of a grant, Mayor's Office of Human Services' Connect,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00) in the form of a grant, the Friends of Youth Opportunity Boston Baupost Grant,...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00) in the form of a grant, Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Forty-Three Thousand Three Hundred Twelve Dollars and Fifty Cents ($43,312.50) in the form of a grant, the FYOB MLK...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($125,000.00) in the form of a grant, the Liberty Mutual Climate...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution honoring John Raymond.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($750,000.00) in the form of a grant, the FY26 Boston Regional Intelligence...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Ten Thousand Dollars ($110,000.00) in the form of a grant, the FY27 DMH Co-Response Grant, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00) in the form of a grant, Boston Family Days Program Support,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($15,000.00) in the form of a grant, BTHC Program, awarded by Donor Group to be...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Order for a hearing on package theft in Boston.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000.00) in the form of a grant, FY23 National Violent Death Reporting System, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($250,000.00) in the form of a grant, Permanent Fund for Boston Grant, awarded...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution congratulating the Bethany First Church.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) in the form of a grant, MOIA Mayors Migration Council, awarded by...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Sixty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty-One Dollars and Eighty Cents ($267,721.80) in the form of a...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00) in the form of a grant, the Boston Family Days Grant, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Ninety-Two Thousand One Hundred One Dollars and Forty Cents ($92,101.40) in the form of a grant, WIOA Dislocated...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Two Thousand Five Hundred Thirty-Seven Dollars and Eighty Cents ($202,537.80) in the form of a grant,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) in the form of a grant, Elevate Cities Program, awarded by Elevate...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Million Three Hundred Sixty-One Thousand One Hundred Eighty-Two Dollars ($1,361,182.00) in the form of a grant,...
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing an appropriation order to amend the FY27 Community Preservation Fund’s (“the Fund”) appropriation in the amount of Forty-Seven Million Two Hundred Sixty-Five Thousand...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in tribute of Sister Betty Cawley.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Communication was received from Council President Breadon transmitting a letter from Boston Elected Officials re: Opposition to Permanent Closure of the Boston-Allston Post Office Branch.
Placed on file. (Sep 23, 2026)
Legislative Calendar for September 23, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Order for a hearing to examine opportunities for Boston under the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Clarissa Cropper Egerton and Leonard Egerton.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Lesley Christian.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Brigadier General Enoch Woodhouse.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Resolution in memory of John E. “Jack” Curley.
Agenda Ready (Sep 18, 2026)
Order for a hearing to address unauthorized roadway alterations and traffic safety at Tremont Street and Parker Street.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Edward F. "Eddie" Welch.
Agenda Ready (Sep 17, 2026)
Resolution recognizing 42 people for their commitment to the East Boston Community Soup Kitchen.
Agenda Ready (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Wentworth Institute of Technology's First-Year Residence Hall.
Agenda Ready (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the opening of Douglass Ridley School.
Agenda Ready (Sep 16, 2026)
Councilor Breadon offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Gretta Healy in City Council, effective September 19, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Sep 16, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Mejia offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Kiara Montes De Oca in City Council, effective September 5, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Sep 16, 2026)
The Constable Bond of Holsen Borgella having been duly approved by the Collector-Treasurer was received and approved under the usual terms and conditions.
Approved under the usual terms and conditions (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution to honor those killed in the Cape Verde bus crash and to support victims' families.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Culpepper offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Cassandra Johnson in City Council, effective September 12, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Sep 16, 2026)
Ordinance Amending City of Boston Code, Ordinances, Chapter XVI, Section 63, Ordinance on Surveillance Oversight and Information Sharing.
Referred to (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution calling upon the Administration to honor its commitments to The People's Academy Inc. and ensure transparency and equity in the City's treatment of a Roxbury-based workforce development...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Thirteen Million Four Hundred Seventy-One Thousand Seventy Dollars And Forty Cents ($13,471,070.40) in the form of...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Councilor Santana called Docket #1680, message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Sixty-Four Thousand Two Hundred One Dollars And Fifty Cents ($64,201.50) in...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00) in the form of a grant, Tuition Free Community College Expansion, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($750,000.00) in the form of a grant, FY26 Fair Share Supplemental Funds,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston Procurement Department to enter into a contract for a period of up to six (6) years for the purchase of Fire Apparatus (ladder, pumper, and tower...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Petition for a Special Law re: An Act Directing the City of Boston Police Department to Waive the Maximum Age Requirement for Police Officers for Melvin Casseus.
The rules were suspended; the petition was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order to reduce the FY27 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by One Million Nine Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Four Dollars ($1,951,894.00) to...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order to reduce the FY27 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by One Million Three Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand Ninety-Three Dollars ($1,366,093.00) to provide funding...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Dermot Kennedy.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Message and order for the Boston Police Department for FY27 in the amount of One Million Three Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand Ninety-Three Dollars ($1,366,093.00) to cover the FY27 cost items contained...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the Boston Police Department for FY27 in the amount of One Million Nine Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Four Dollars ($1,951,894.00) to cover the FY27 cost items...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Josh DeLisle, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2029.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Oliver Sellers-Garcia, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2029.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Gabriela Coletta Zapata, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2029.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Evenflow E. Guillomaitre.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Jill Valdes-Horwood, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2028.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Kailie Benson, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2028.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Mike Glasfeld, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2028.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Minister Don Muhammad and Sister Shirley Muhammad.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Fred Penney, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2027.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Ordinance Amending and Extending Protections for Tenants Facing Displacement by Condominium or Cooperative Conversion.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Gina Smyth, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2027.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Maya Smith, as a member of the Boston Waterways Board for a term expiring on September 14, 2027.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Legislative Calendar for September 16, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Petition for a Special Law re: An Act Authorizing Property Tax Relief for Community-Serving Non-Profit Organizations in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Communication was received from the Mayor, pursuant to the Ordinance on Surveillance Oversight and Information Sharing, Boston City Code Section 16-63, transmitting the City of Boston's 2025 Annual...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
The Constable Bonds of Christopher Castagna, Carl Jean-Louis, Philmore Phillip, Bianca Pierre and Patricia Sheets having been duly approved by the Collector-Treasurer were received and approved under...
Approved under the usual terms and conditions (Sep 16, 2026)
Communication was received from the Boston Police Department regarding a revised Surveillance Use Policy for the Department's use of "Social Media Analysis Tools."
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Latino Heritage Month in the City of Boston from September 15 to October 15.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing September 12, 2026, as Black Joy Day in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Order regarding a text amendment to the Boston Zoning Code to prohibit data centers in all zoning districts.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing April 22 as "Yhinny Matos Day" in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution declaring September 18th as Ben Swan Day in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Marcus Craigwell.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Ordinance to Codify Abutters Meetings and Community Process for All Projects Seeking Zoning Relief in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Worrell and Councilor Culpepper regarding a memo from Professor James Jennings on the Blue Hill Avenue redesign project.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss San Francisco's reduced affordable housing requirements and Inclusionary Housing Program to address the housing crisis.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Eddy Chrispin.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Juanita Byner.
Agenda Ready (Sep 14, 2026)
Resolution honoring Dolly Parton and naming September 25, 2026 as "9 to 5 Day" in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution in memory of John Pierce Rousmaniere.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Rubiel Patiño.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Geoff Pipoly.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Wilner Auguste.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Alcides Velez, Jr.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Juan Carlos Ferrufino.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Denise Alena Washington.
Agenda Ready (Sep 13, 2026)
Notice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of August...
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in support of H.R. 1725 Sgt. Isaac Woodard, Jr. and Sgt. Joseph H. Maddox GI Bill Restoration Act of 2025.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in support of workers at Encore Boston Harbor.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing September 23, 2026 as International Celebrate Bisexuality Day and Bi+ Visibility Day.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing October 26, 2026 as Intersex Awareness Day.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution denouncing hate crimes against the Asian American Pacific Islander Community.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Florina Pizzeria & Paninoteca.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Resolution congratulating Landry's Bicycles.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Richard Claytor as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring July 1, 2028.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Alex Edwards as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Abrigal Forrester as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of John Arun Basu.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Matthew Gibson as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Stanley Green as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of John Patrick McLaughlin.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Reginald Jean as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution congratulating Marijane Diodati.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Desmond Kennard as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Ron Marlow as a Member of the Black Men and Boys Commission for a term expiring September 11, 2029.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution congratulating the Brazilian Independence Day Festival.
Agenda Ready (Sep 11, 2026)
Resolution condemning the United States Postal Service's proposal to permanently close the Allston Post Office branch.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in support of mail-in voting.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in support of H.1405 / S.860: An Act Establishing Medicare for All in Massachusetts.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Communication was received from Metro Boston Homeland Security regarding support for accept and expend of FY'25 UASI Grant funding.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Noreen Kelly.
Agenda Ready (Sep 10, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding a potential hate crime in the South End.
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the 115th Anniversary of the Founding of the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Flag Raising for Taiwan Day.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution congratulating the Sacred Rose Center.
Agenda Ready (Sep 9, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Madeline J. LaMonica.
Agenda Ready (Sep 8, 2026)
Resolution recognizing June Weinberg.
Agenda Ready (Sep 4, 2026)
Resolution endorsing a financial literacy graduation requirement for Boston Public Schools.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing October as Italian American Heritage Month.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 23, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Cedar Grove Cemetery and the Boston Women's Heritage Trail.
Agenda Ready (Sep 2, 2026)
Resolution recognizing September 2026 as Suicide Prevention Month in Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Sep 16, 2026)
Order requesting certain information under Section 17F regarding voter registration and Election Day voting procedures in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the order failed to pass. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) in the form of a grant, the BPS Sundays Support Grant, awarded by the Barr...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00) in the form of a grant, Food, Fuel and Shelter, awarded by The Boston...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000.00) in the form of a grant, BHCCI/Connect, Learn, Explore & CEF, awarded by...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty-One Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty Dollars and Thirty Cents ($51,980.30) in the form of a grant, FFY26 State...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Councilor Santana called Docket #1678, message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Two Hundred Twenty-One Dollars...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety Dollars ($1,890.00) in the form of a grant, Project VOICE, awarded by the...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing four participants in Boston's 2026 Caribbean Carnival.
Agenda Ready (Aug 31, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Flynn transmitting "Boston Public Schools - Procurements, Contracts, and Payments: Improper Workarounds and Oversight Failures Lead to Wasted Public Funds...
Placed on file. (Sep 16, 2026)
Petition for a Special Law re: An Act Relative to Fiscal Accountability and Oversight of the Boston Public Schools.
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss the findings of the state Inspector General's Report on Boston Public Schools' procurements, contracts and payments and plans to improve fiscal management practices...
Referred to (Sep 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Bianca Rose.
Agenda Ready (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Shabazz Napier.
Agenda Ready (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution congratulating the Boston to Belfast Program.
Agenda Ready (Aug 26, 2026)
Councilor Breadon offered the following: Order for the appointment of City Council staff employees in City Council, effective Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of her absence from the City from Monday, August 24, 2026 at 9:00 A.M., returning Sunday, August 30, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from Councilor Mejia of her absence from the August 26, 2026 City Council Meeting.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from Councilor Weber of his absence from the August 26, 2026 City Council Meeting.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from Councilor Durkan of her absence from the August 26, 2026 City Council Meeting.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
The Constable Bonds of Cleveland Burton, Collin Herrelle, and Ian Randal having been duly approved by the Collector-Treasurer were received and approved under the usual terms and conditions.
Approved under the usual terms and conditions (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing TRUBU CIBAU.
Agenda Ready (Aug 25, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the ribbon cutting of 43 Hemenway.
Agenda Ready (Aug 25, 2026)
Resolution in support of granting City of Boston Park Rangers police academy training and police powers to enhance public safety in Boston parks.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in support of Head Start and Early Head Start and the importance of their programs in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing to explore raising the percentage of Community Preservation Act funds dedicated to affordable housing.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing to explore codifying the Office of Violence Prevention and establishing a biennial violence prevention strategy plan in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing on high energy costs and pathways to an equitable and environmentally-resilient energy transition in Boston.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing to examine the challenges facing independent restaurant operators in Boston.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Quality Homes for Humankind.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing September 4, 2026, as Taina Mair Day in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Aug 24, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Forty Thousand Dollars ($40,000.00) in the form of a grant, The Simoni Foundation Charitable Donation Grant,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in support of a South End Alleyways Working Group.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Ordinance to Amend the Boston Human Rights Commission.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Robyn Casper, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure Ordinance Review Board for a term expiring on August 24, 2029.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in recognition of the City of Chelsea's All-America City Award.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in support of an investigation by the Massachusetts Secretary of State into incorrect ballots distributed during Early Voting in Boston and maintaining state receivership of Boston...
The rules were suspended; the resolution failed to be adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Communication was received from the Law Department regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed in City Council on August 5, 2026, Docket #1538.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution declaring August 22nd as Elizabeth Freeman Day in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Central Staff 2026 Summer Interns.
Agenda Ready (Aug 24, 2026)
Legislative Calendar August 26, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Aug 24, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Culpepper offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Bridgit Brown in City Council, effective August 22, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Culpepper offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Cristal Martinez in City Council, effective August 22, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Mejia offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employees Nyla Fernandes, Brittany Perez and Ericson Hilaire in City Council, effective August 22,...
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Murphy offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Danielle Rones in City Council, effective August 22, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Santana offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Noah Risley in City Council, effective August 22, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Rita DiGesse.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution calling for robust infrastructure solutions to protect the Charles River and other local waterways from combined sewer overflows.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Order requesting certain information under Section 17F relative to speed humps installed as part of the "Safety Surge" initiative.
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution celebrating National Hotel Employee Day.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Ordinance Amending the City of Boston Code, Section 5-5.20, Paid Parental Leave for City of Boston Employees.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Adam Cederbaum as Chair of the Boston Election Commission for a term expiring March 31, 2030.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in support of a deadly weapons collection program in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Spice.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Dashawn Oliver.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Omesa D. Spencer.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Bishop Bitrus Maiwaazi.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Delores Christopher.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Reverend Dr. Kevin C. Peterson.
Agenda Ready (Aug 21, 2026)
The Constable Bonds of Darius Agnew, Devorn Buchanan, Gavin Castagna, Rolflyn Cazeau, Frico Damas, Chesterfield Daniel-Coppin, Mark Evlogiadis, Vincent James, William Joyce, Manuel Mendes, Paul...
Approved under the usual terms and conditions (Aug 26, 2026)
Communication was received by the City Clerk from the Boston Landmarks Commission for City Council action on the designation of the Petition #305.26 - The Folsom House, 3-4 Folsom Avenue, Mission...
The rules were suspended; the petition was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing William Henry Wright, III.
Agenda Ready (Aug 20, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Solèy Leve.
Agenda Ready (Aug 20, 2026)
Resolution congratulating Marabou Café.
Agenda Ready (Aug 20, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Dr. Alecia McGregor.
Agenda Ready (Aug 20, 2026)
Resolution congratulating June Weinberg.
Agenda Ready (Aug 20, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Victor Manuel Osorno.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Ivan “Viruta” Giraldo.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Pomona Eastie.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Joanne Hayes Rines.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Cambio Latino.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Andrea Ilse.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Juan Carlos Ferrufino.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Ellen T. (Doris) O’Rourke.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Domenico Susi.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Erica Tiny Martinez.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Bova’s Bakery.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Blue Caboose.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Nelson Arroyave.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Marcus St. Pierre.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Annette Gonsalves-Byner.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Tele Kreyol.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Free Pentecostal Church of God.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Pastor Jean J.M. Louis.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Angel Lenz Rene.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Duckens Emile.
Agenda Ready (Aug 19, 2026)
Resolution recognizing The West End Neighborhood Center.
Agenda Ready (Aug 18, 2026)
Resolution recognizing September as National Recovery Month.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Joe Heisler.
Agenda Ready (Aug 17, 2026)
Notice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of August 5,...
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Ann Moy as a Member of the Chinatown Trust Fund Committee, for a term expiring August 3, 2031.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Helen Chan Kwong as a Member of the Chinatown Trust Fund Committee, for a term expiring August 3, 2031.
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution in support of the continued use of ShotSpotter in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution celebrating the Great Elephant Migration and recognizing World Elephant Day.
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Yap's Summer Youth League.
Agenda Ready (Aug 12, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Robert E. Delano.
Agenda Ready (Aug 11, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Evelyn Hawkesworth.
Agenda Ready (Aug 10, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Eileen Kenner.
Agenda Ready (Aug 6, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Louijeune offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employees Mohamed Diallo and Kilee Simon in City Council, effective August 1, 2026.
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Aug 5, 2026)
Emergency resolution urging the City of Boston to oppose the leasing of parking spaces to ICE in Boston.
On motion of Councilors Pepén and Louijeune, the rules were suspended; the resolution was...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing 46 retiring teachers and BPS staff members.
Agenda Ready (Aug 4, 2026)
Resolution in support of waiving the residency requirement to allow for transfers from other municipalities to the Boston Police Department.
On motion of Councilor Flynn, the rules were suspended;...
The rules were suspended; the resolution failed to be adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing National Farmers Market Week.
Councilor Culpepper in the chair.
On motion of Councilor Breadon, the rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted: yeas 11 (Breadon,...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding a request for independent state oversight of Boston Public Schools transportation and Transdev.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the importance of Teen Dating Violence awareness.
On motion of Councilor Mejia, the rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted: yeas 12 (Breadon, Culpepper, Durkan,...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding the requested briefing on Boston's Summer Public Safety Plan.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing August 16, 2026 as Dominican Cultural Day.
On motion of Councilor Mejia, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilors Santana and Pepén as original co-sponsors.
On motion of...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution supporting state and federal oversight of Transdev safety records and calling for greater transparency and accountability in Boston Public Schools transportation.
On motion of Councilor...
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Legislative Calendar August 5, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Aug 3, 2026)
Resolution recognizing National Health Center Week and honoring Boston's community health centers.
Councilor Breadon in the chair.
On motion of Councilor Murphy, Rule 12 was invoked to include...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from Council President Liz Breadon to address an Open Meeting Law complaint and respond accordingly on behalf of the Boston City Council.
Referred to the Law Department.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on August 5, 2026, Docket #1514, to declare surplus City-owned property currently under the management of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and transfer the care,...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of a new Inspectional Services constable, Carl C. Horner, authorized to serve civil process upon the filing of his bond for the period...
The rules were suspended; the appointments were confirmed. (Aug 5, 2026)
Order for a hearing to review safety of the operation of heavy commercial vehicles and potential measures to protect pedestrians and cyclists in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of renewal constables authorized to serve civil process upon the filing of their bonds for the period commencing May 1, 2026 and ending April...
The rules were suspended; the appointments were confirmed. (Aug 5, 2026)
Order for a hearing on traffic enforcement of blocked bike lanes and crosswalks.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Ordinance Establishing Minimum Training Requirements For Unarmed Security Guards.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the second weekend of August as "Crew Love Weekend" in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Aug 3, 2026)
Councilor Pepén called Docket #1552, resolution calling for an immediate housing stabilization response system for Boston residents who involuntarily lose work authorization due to federal changes in...
Adopted (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss the future of Boston’s nighttime economy.
On motion of Councilor Louijeune, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilors Culpepper and Worrell as original co-sponsors.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Larry Seamans.
Agenda Ready (Aug 3, 2026)
Communication was received from Renato Castelo, Director of the Office of Participatory Budgeting, of the report entitled "Ideas in Action: Evaluation and Review of the FY26 Cycle (2025-2026)."
Placed on file. (Aug 26, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding increases in phone theft, financial, and related scams.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Gordon Thompson.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Moses Borders.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Kool DJ Red Alert.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Leland Clarke.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Richard H. Peters.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Gareth R. Saunders.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the Johnson Hadley Williams Family.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Mother Mary Louis Cain-Stampley.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution calling for the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department to adopt critical-incident administrative leave standards in light of the Medical Examiner's homicide determination in the death of...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
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Withdrawn. (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Culpepper regarding the Medical Examiner's homicide determination in the death of Shacoby Kenny and the accompanying letter to the Acting Suffolk County...
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from the Law Department regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed in City Council on July 8, 2026, Docket #1327.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution congratulating Nga (Jenny) Chan.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution in memory of William P. Marchione, Jr.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution congratulating ABHC Brighton Farmers Market on their 10-year anniversary.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Dan Cuddy.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Notice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of July 22,...
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Notice was received from the Auditing Department providing the Fiscal Year 2027 Payroll Allotment Schedules for all City Departments.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution declaring August 18, 2026, as Shey Peddy Day in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Jul 31, 2026)
Resolution recognizing August 6 as Jamaica Independence Day in the City of Boston.
On motion of Councilor Worrell, the rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted: yeas 12 (Breadon, Culpepper,...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Ordinance to Address Street Takeovers in the City of Boston.
On motion of Councilor Worrell, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilors Culpepper and Murphy as original co-sponsors.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Order for a hearing to explore a pilot program allowing the Boston Police Department to deploy noise cameras.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received by the City Clerk from the Boston Landmarks Commission for City Council action on the designation of The New England Conservatory, 290 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, as a...
The rules were suspended; the petition was passed. (Aug 5, 2026)
Order for a hearing to examine services provided by the City of Boston to families of victims of violent crime and homicide.
On motion of Councilor Flynn, Rule 12 was invoked to include Councilors...
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Communication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding the selling of stolen goods and food, including meat, in the City of Boston.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Natalia Torbina.
Agenda Ready (Jul 30, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Dollars ($130,000.00) in the form of a grant, the HBS Leadership Fellow Grant, awarded...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Giovanny Valencia, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Sherry Dong, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Jeanne Pinado, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Katie Whewell, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Patrick Walsh, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on November 1, 2028.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of William Masterson, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Carla Monteiro, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of David Collins, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Alan E. Langham, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Message and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Shamaiah Turner, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Cecilia Abraham.
Agenda Ready (Jul 29, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Caribbean Carnival Contributors.
Agenda Ready (Jul 29, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.
Agenda Ready (Jul 29, 2026)
Order for a hearing to study a waiver from the residency requirement and allow for transfers from other municipalities to the Boston Police Department.
Referred to (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Marek Eugeniusz Konka.
Agenda Ready (Jul 28, 2026)
Resolution recognizing John Jackson.
Agenda Ready (Jul 28, 2026)
Resolution declaring July 25, 2026 as "Mission Main Family Fun Day" in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Jul 27, 2026)
Resolution recognizing James "Jimmy" Taylor.
Agenda Ready (Jul 27, 2026)
Notice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Ava Callender Concepcion as a Member of the City of Boston Licensing Board, for a term expiring June 7, 2032.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Notice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of July 8,...
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution in support of allowing retired police officers the opportunity to work paid details.
On motion of Councilors Flynn and Murphy, the rules were suspended, the resolution was adopted; yeas 9...
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Aug 5, 2026)
Notice was received from Robert Allison regarding his resignation as a Member of the Commemoration Commission, effective July 9, 2026.
Placed on file. (Aug 5, 2026)
Resolution in memory of William John Yamarick.
Agenda Ready (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Mary Ellen McCormack Community.
Agenda Ready (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Gallivan Boulevard Residents and Community.
Agenda Ready (Jul 22, 2026)
Notice was received from Councilor Santana regarding his absence from the July 22, 2026 City Council Meeting.
Placed on file. (Jul 22, 2026)
Councilor Breadon for Councilor Louijeune offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employees Cindy Dieujuste-Jacob, Emily Polston, Jesse Purvis, and Julian Viviescas Mejia in...
Passed under suspension of the rules. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Susan L. Curry.
Agenda Ready (Jul 21, 2026)
Resolution in support of H. 4358 and S. 2662 on consumer protections for wheelchair users.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution in support of nurses at Boston Medical Center.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing July 24, 2026 as "Passion Pit Day" in the City of Boston.
Agenda Ready (Jul 20, 2026)
Order for a hearing to review the status of Boston's citywide Bike Network Plan.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
Order requesting certain information under Section 17F regarding the Massachusetts School Building Authority eligibility period for Madison Park Technical Vocational High School.
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Margie Washington's 103rd birthday.
Agenda Ready (Jul 20, 2026)
Resolution celebrating the retirement of Eddy Chrispin.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1397, authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend a gift of 43 Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Units of various...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1401, approving the receipt of a Conservation Restriction on land at 0 Dale Street, Boston, MA 02136. The Grantor’s title of the land is...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1402, approving the receipt of a Conservation Restriction on land at 190-198 West Eighth Street, Boston, MA 02127. The Grantor’s title of...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Order requesting certain information under Section 17F regarding the John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science Capital Planning Process.
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1405, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Stephen Ellis, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure Ordinance...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution declaring July 26, 2026, as "BarberTime Day" in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Order for a hearing regarding the future of the John D. O'Bryant School of Mathematics and Science.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1408, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Gail Latimore, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure Ordinance...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1406, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Hessann Farooqi, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Order for a hearing regarding the City of Boston's response to noise complaints and enforcement of noise control laws.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1407, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Lori Ferriss, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure Ordinance...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1404, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Jessica Boatright, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1409, for the confirmation of the appointment of Camilo Esquivia-Zapata, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1403, for the confirmation of the reappointment of Samira Ahmadi, as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction And Disclosure Ordinance...
The report was accepted; the appointment was confirmed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Resolution urging improved response to noise complaints and enforcement of Boston's noise control laws.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the Roxbury Neighborhood Council.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Message transmitting certain information under Section 17F regarding Article 80 large project review and small project review denials at the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) due to parking relief....
Placed on file. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution declaring July 1, 2026, as "Jaylen Brown Day" in the City of Boston.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the month of July as Disability Pride Month.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Notice was received from Celina Barrios-Millner regarding her resignation as a Member of the City's Board of Appeals, effective April 6, 2026.
Placed on file. (Jul 22, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend a grant award in the amount not to exceed Eight Hundred and Ten Thousand Dollars ($810,000.00) from the Boston Planning and...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing 2026 Sox for Socks.
Agenda Ready (Jul 20, 2026)
Ordinance Amending Boston's Regulations Related to Public Trust, Public Interest, and Police Transparency and Accountability.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
Ordinance Amending Chapter 16 of the City of Boston Code - Ordinances, Prohibiting the Sale and Use of Synthetic Mitragynine and 7-Hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and Other Dangerous Chemical Compounds.
Remains in (Sep 23, 2026)
Legislative Calendar for July 22, 2026.
Agenda Ready (Jul 17, 2026)
Ordinance Mandating Annual Reporting of Streets Projects.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
Order for a hearing to discuss expanding access to skilled trades careers in the City of Boston.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
Ordinance to Amend the Office of Police Accountability and Transparency.
Referred to (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution in support of bills S.2344 and H.3754, an Act Relative to Traffic Regulation Using Road Safety Cameras.
The rules were suspended; the resolution was adopted. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Freda T. Nolan.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1395, authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Twenty-Five Dollars...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Councilor Santana called Docket #1394, message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Forty Thousand Eight Hundred Six Dollars and Fifty Cents...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Sep 23, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00) in the form of a grant, FY26 Fair Share Supplemental Funds,...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Two Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Seven Hundred Eight Dollars ($251,708.00) in the form of a grant, Save America's...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
On the message and order, referred on July 22, 2026, Docket #1391, authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Twelve Million Eight Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Dollars...
The report was accepted; the order was passed. (Aug 26, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Twenty-Three Thousand Eight Hundred Sixty Dollars ($23,860.00) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 Title III-A...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Eighteen Thousand One Hundred Sixteen Dollars ($18,116.00) in the form of a grant, Federal FY26 Title III-D Disease...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Message and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Fifty Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars ($50,978.00) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 Title III-C...
The rules were suspended; the order was passed. (Jul 22, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Empower Peace Women 2 Women.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Brigadier General Enoch O'Dell "Woody" Woodhouse II.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing U.S. Army Specialist Augusto Robles and Miles for Military.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing West Ninth Street Residents and Community.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing BCYF Tynan.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Carol Sullivan.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing The National Asian Women's Association and Van Amanda Le.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Brighton Marine.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Mary Balaconis.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the 65th anniversary of the founding of the Boston Chinese Evangelical Church.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Helene L. "Betsy" McDonough.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the Haley House.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Visa Street Soccer Park and Bank of America.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Petit Robert Bistro.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Superintendent-In-Chief John Gill.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Michael J. McCormack.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Daily Provisions.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Wang YMCA of Chinatown.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing La CASA.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Iiman Abdirahman.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Rose Marie Nicholas.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Christopher Washington-Conway.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution in memory of Pastor B. Christopher Sumner.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Chaplain Clementina Chery.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Alex Cornacchini.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Willie Gross.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Hanscom Federal Credit Union.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Sal's Ristorante & Pizzeria.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Boston Center for Independent Living.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Asian Community Development Corporation.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing South Boston Neighborhood House.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Fairmont Residents and Community.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Resolution recognizing Bellflower Court Community.
Agenda Ready (Jul 16, 2026)
Who sits on it
Boston’s City Council, 13 members.
Benjamin Jacob Weber · City CouncilorEd Flynn · City CouncilorErin Murphy · City CouncilorGabriela Coletta Zapata · City CouncilorHenry Santana · City CouncilorJohn FitzGerald · City CouncilorLiz Breadon · City Council PresidentRuthzee Louijeune · City CouncilorSharon Durkan · City CouncilorJulia Mejia · City CouncilorEnrique Pepén · City CouncilorBrian Worrell · City CouncilorMiniard Culpepper · City Councilor
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