Boston public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council will review several grant acceptances, including funds for electric Blue Bikes and urban area security. The council will also consider appropriations to cover collective bargaining agreement increases for the Boston Police Department and school plant administrators. Additionally, a report on a tree canopy ordinance will be presented.

• $30,799,440 appropriation for Boston Police Patrolman's Association contract increases
• $13,317,200 grant for the Urban Area Security Initiative
• $816,000 grant for electric-assist bikes in the Blue Bike system
• $145,545 appropriation for Boston Public Schools plant administrators contract increases
• Hearing request regarding a supplemental sidewalk clearance program during snowstorms

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee is reviewing orders to fund contract increases for Boston Public Schools and the Boston Police Department. These items involve transferring funds from the Reserve for Collective Bargaining to cover specific wage and policy provisions for FY24.

• $145,545.00 for Boston Public Schools plant administrators agreement
• Boston School Department Plant Administrators Association contract terms through August 31, 2026
• $16,799,440.00 reduction in Reserve for Collective Bargaining for Boston Police Department
• $30,799,440.00 supplemental appropriation for Boston Police Patrolman's Association agreement
• Boston Police contract includes wage increases and a Transitional Career Award Program

City Council

The Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee is reviewing several authorizations to accept federal grants. These funds are designated for the Boston Fire Department, Police Department, and Mayor’s Office of Emergency Management.

• $13,317,200 DHS grant for terrorism prevention and response planning
• $1,358,100 FEMA grant for firefighter PPE and health screenings
• $250,000 DOJ grant for police accreditation software purchase
• $175,000 DOJ grant to hire two BRIC Data Analysts
• $47,890.47 FEMA grant for fire investigation evidence management

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting grants for homeland security and environmental outreach. The agenda also includes a hearing request regarding the relocation of the John D. O'Bryant School of Math and Science. Additionally, councilors will review petitions related to municipal fines and pet shop regulations.

• $13,317,200.00 grant for the Urban Area Security Initiative
• $40,000.00 grant for the Community First Partnership
• Petition to increase maximum fines and authorize municipal charge liens
• Ordinance prohibiting the sale of guinea pigs in pet shops
• Hearing request regarding moving John D. O'Bryant School of Math and Science

City Council

The Education Committee is holding a hearing regarding the plan to move the John D. O'Bryant School of Math and Science from Roxbury to West Roxbury. The hearing will address the viability, transparency, and community engagement process for this proposal.

• Hearing on Docket #1367: Proposed relocation of John D. O'Bryant School of Math and Science

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several federal grants for fair housing assistance and community policing. The agenda also includes a proposed hearing regarding a guaranteed basic income program for families in poverty. Additionally, the council is considering an ordinance for street food carts.

• $352,270 grant for the FY23 Fair Housing Assistance Program
• $304,430 grant for the FY24 Fair Housing Assistance Program
• $175,000 DOJ grant to hire two data analysts for the Boston Police Department
• Proposed hearing for a guaranteed basic income program for families below the poverty line
• Ordinance establishing regulations for non-motorized street food carts

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #1384. This ordinance proposes adding Chapter 17, Section 22 to the Boston Municipal Code to establish permitting and regulations for non-motorized street food carts.

• Hearing on Docket #1384 regarding street food enterprise ordinances
• Proposed insertion of Chapter 17, Section 22 into the Municipal Code for cart regulation

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #1722. The session will focus on discussing a proposed guaranteed basic income program for families living below the poverty line in Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #1722 to discuss a guaranteed basic income program

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing an order to appropriate $17,165,000.00 for repairs at four Boston schools. The funding covers the replacement of boilers, roofs, windows, and doors. The City has applied for a grant from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) for these projects.

• $17,165,000 appropriation for school repairs
• Replacement of boilers, roofs, windows, and doors at The Jeremiah E. Burke High School, The English High School, Dennis C. Haley Pilot School, and Dr. William W. Henderson Inclusion Upper School

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several grant authorizations including $4 million for the MGH Clinical Building Project and funds for fire department equipment. The agenda also includes appointments to local commissions and a hearing request regarding a guaranteed basic income program.

• $4,000,000.00 grant for Blossom Street reconstruction studies
• $1,358,100.00 grant for firefighter PPE, training, and health screenings
• $750,000.00 grant for Cambridge Street, Blossom, and North Grove/Cambridge Street intersection studies
• $500,000.00 grant for renovations to Walsh Playground in Mattapan
• $250,000.00 grant for the FY23 COPS Accreditation Project

City Council

The City Council will review several grant acceptances for police, fire, and public safety services. The agenda also includes a request to reduce appropriations to fund collective bargaining increases for Property Management.

• $24,121.00 appropriation change for New England Police Benevolent Association contracts
• $4,125,000.00 grant for Enhanced 911 services via the Police Department
• $1,181,789.09 grant for Fire Department health and wellness training
• $533,200.00 grant for cold case DNA prosecution via the Police Department
• Order for a hearing on stormwater management and flood hazard mitigation

City Council

The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee is reviewing several orders to authorize the acceptance and expenditure of various grants. These funds are designated for the Boston Police and Fire Departments to support initiatives such as DNA processing, equipment purchases, and training.

• $4,125,000.00 grant for Enhanced 911 services
• $1,181,789.09 grant for Fire Department health and wellness training
• $1,124,566.00 grant for substance use diversion at Mass and Cass
• $533,200.00 grant for prosecuting cold cases using DNA
• $481,919.00 grant for domestic violence management and data collection

City Council

The Government Accountability, Transparency & Accessibility Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #1538. The hearing aims to evaluate how various neighborhood planning initiatives across the city engage with the community.

• Hearing on Docket #1538 regarding neighborhood planning engagement efforts

City Council

The City Council will consider a $300,000 grant for Dorchester trail enhancements and the appointment of Nakeeda Burns to the Zoning Commission. The agenda also includes discussions on public safety ordinances near Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard, as well as various city employee and personnel matters.

• $300,000 grant for FY23 Mass Trails to enhance Dorchester community trails
• Appointment of Nakeeda Burns to the Zoning Commission through October 26, 2026
• Proposed minor modifications to Washington Park Urban Renewal Area parcels L-25, S-10, L-49, and L-50
• Ordinance regarding public safety near Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard
• Special Law petition to increase maximum fines and authorize municipal charge liens

City Council

The Labor and Workforce Development Committee is considering a request for a hearing regarding the biannual review of the Boston Employment Commission and the Boston Residents Jobs Policy.

• Docket #0153: Order for a hearing on the Boston Employment Commission and Boston Residents Jobs Policy

City Council

The COVID-19 Recovery Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #1449. The session focuses on reviewing mental health and wellness resources available to City of Boston employees during and after the pandemic.

• Hearing on Docket #1449 regarding employee mental health and wellness resources

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0410. This petition proposes increasing the maximum amount of fines for ordinance violations. It also seeks to authorize the City of Boston to place municipal charge liens on certain properties for unpaid local charges, fees, or fines.

• Petition for a Special Law regarding increased ordinance fines
• Authorization of municipal charge liens on properties for nonpayment of local charges

City Council

The City Council will review several funding requests, including $17.1 million for school building projects. Other items include gender inclusion ordinance amendments, police cadet contract funding, and various city personnel orders.

• $17,165,000.00 for boiler, roof, windows, and door replacements at Burke High School, English High School, Haley Pilot School, and Henderson Inclusion Upper School
• $142,079.00 grant for SafetyNet tracking subscriptions via the Police Department
• $18,480.00 grant for El Centro IT training program fellowship
• Amendment to Chapter VI Section 6-11 Gender Inclusion Ordinance
• Appropriation of $145,545.00 for Boston Public Schools plant administrators contract increases

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a working session on Docket #1373. This ordinance proposes a public health-led approach to address mental health, substance use, and homelessness. The focus area includes the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard.

• Ordinance regarding public safety (Docket #1373)

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee is holding a hearing on several members for the Boston Landmarks Commission. The items include reappointments and new appointments for terms expiring in 2024 and 2026.

• Reappointment of Christopher Hart through June 30, 2024
• Reappointment of Jefferey Gonyeau through June 30, 2024
• Appointment of Jeffrey Heyne through June 30, 2026
• Reappointment of John Freeman through June 30, 2024
• Reappointment of Bradford Walker through June 30, 2026

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several grant authorizations from the Mayor's Office. These include funding for migrant services, police department programs, and flood risk reduction assessments on Bennington Street.

• $1,983,833.00 grant for Shelter & Services Program to assist non-citizen migrants
• $1,124,566.00 COSSUP grant for substance use diversion near Mass and Cass
• $481,919.00 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant for police staff and data systems
• $446,406.09 State 911 Training Grant for telecommunications staff training
• $330,000.00 grant for flood risk reduction on Bennington Street and Revere locations

City Council

The Arts, Culture, & Special Events Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #1197. This item involves accepting and spending a $3,000,000.00 grant from the Andrew E. Mellon Foundation to be administered by the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture.

• Docket #1197: $3,000,000.00 Transforming Boston grant
• Grant funding for community/curatorial partnerships and public art programs

City Council

The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee will hear on several grant authorizations. These funds are intended for the Boston Police Department to enhance regional capabilities regarding radioactive materials and intelligence center technology.

• $1,000,000.00 grant for detecting and interdicting nuclear and radioactive materials
• $850,000.00 grant for FY20 Boston Regional Intelligence Center technology upgrades
• $850,000.00 grant for FY21 Boston Regional Intelligence Center technology upgrades
• $850,000.00 grant for FY22 Boston Regional Intelligence Center technology upgrades
• $850,000.00 grant for FY23 Boston Regional Intelligence Center technology upgrades

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #1373. This ordinance proposes a public health-led approach to address mental health, substance use, and unsheltered homelessness near Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard.

• Public safety ordinance (Docket #1373)

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee is holding a hearing regarding a communication from the Boston Planning and Development Agency. The matter concerns proposed changes to the inclusionary zoning provisions of the Boston Zoning Code.

• Hearing on Docket #1293 regarding inclusionary zoning changes

City Council

The Public Health, Homeless & Recovery Committee is holding a hearing regarding the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard. The meeting includes a resolution calling for a state of emergency and an order to discuss the humanitarian crisis at that location.

• Resolution #1447: Calling for a State of Emergency at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard
• Order #1450: Hearing to discuss the humanitarian crisis at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard

City Council

The City Services and Innovation Technology Committee is reviewing orders to reallocate funds within the FY24 budget. The proposals involve moving $27,357,626.00 from the Reserve for Collective Bargaining to the Boston Fire Department. This funding covers wage increases in the IAFF Local 718 contract.

• Reduction of FY24 Reserve for Collective Bargaining by $27,357,626.00 (Docket #1474)
• Supplemental appropriation of $27,357,626.00 for Boston Fire Department (Docket #1475)
• Base wage increases of 3%, 3%, and 2.5% per the IAFF Local 718 contract

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #1301. This petition proposes a special law concerning the City of Boston's military leave policy pursuant to Chapter 33, Section 59 of the General Laws.

• Docket #1301: Petition for a Special Law regarding military leave policy

City Council

The Government Accountability, Transparency, & Accessibility Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #1307. This item proposes an audit of the City of Boston's policies and procedures for hiring, firing, and promotions.

• Hearing on Docket #1307 to audit city hiring, firing, and promotion practices

City Council

The City Council will consider a $27,357,626 appropriation for Boston Fire Department contract increases. The agenda also includes several $850,000 grants for the Boston Regional Intelligence Center and various commission appointments.

• $27,357,626 appropriation for Boston Fire Department collective bargaining agreements
• Four $850,000 grants for the Boston Regional Intelligence Center
• Appointments to the Boston Landmarks Commission
• Hearing regarding a district-wide planning process for Boston's waterfront
• Ordinance amendment regarding the study of illegal firearms trafficking

City Council

The Public Safety & Criminal Justice and Housing & Community Development committees are scheduled to hold a hearing on Docket #1141. The hearing will discuss public safety and quality of life issues for residents in Public Housing.

• Hearing on Docket #1141 regarding public housing safety and quality of life

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #1044. This order proposes bringing City of Boston Board Meetings, Abutters Meetings, and City Council Meetings back to an in-person format with a hybrid option for accessibility.

• Hearing on Docket #1044 regarding in-person and hybrid meeting options

City Council

The City Council will consider several state grants, including funds for public safety and senior services. The agenda also includes appointments to the Zoning Board of Appeal and BPDA, as well as an ordinance regarding wage theft.

• $4,125,000 grant for Enhanced 911 services
• $1,620,752 grant for senior social and health care services
• Landmark designation for Hotel Buckminster at 635 - 645 Beacon Street
• Ordinance preventing wage theft in the City of Boston
• Resolution for a State of Emergency at Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #1300. The proposed ordinance would amend Chapter XII, Section 12-20 of the City of Boston Code regarding Latino and Caribbean Affairs for Public Health and Welfare.

• Ordinance amendment for Latino and Caribbean Affairs (Docket #1300)

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee will hold hearings on three appointments. These include one member for the Zoning Board of Appeal and two members for the Boston Planning and Development Agency.

• Confirmation of Alaa Mukahhal to the Zoning Board of Appeal
• Confirmation of Raheem Shepard to the Boston Planning and Development Agency Board
• Confirmation of Priscilla Rojas to the Boston Planning and Development Agency Board

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several items, including major grants for housing and public safety. Proposed actions include accepting federal funds for homelessness programs and a new ordinance for street food carts. The council will also hold hearings on stormwater management and trash pickup.

• $50,000,000 HUD grant for homelessness services
• $25,000,000 Commonwealth Builder Program grant for workforce homeownership
• Ordinance to regulate non-motorized street food carts
• $1,000,000 DHS grant for nuclear and radioactive material detection
• Hearing on stormwater management and flood hazard mitigation

The City Council approved several large grants for homelessness services, workforce homeownership, and digital equity. The body also passed an ordinance regarding public safety and health-led approaches for the Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard area.

• Approved $50M HUD grant for homelessness services (12-0)
• Approved $25M grant for Commonwealth Builder Program workforce homeownership (12-0)
• Passed ordinance for public health-led approach to mental health and homelessness (9-3)
• Approved $4.55M grant for MBI Digital Equity Partnership Program
• Approved $1M Homeland Security grant for Police Department (12-0)
• Approved 10-year contract for Boston 311 Call Center CRM system (13-0)
• Declared city-owned parcel at 151 Cambridge Street as surplus (12-0)
• Designated The Parker House at 60 School Street as a Landmark (12-0)

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #1188. This item proposes an amendment to the City of Boston Code regarding immigrant advancement for public health and welfare.

• Ordinance amendment regarding Immigrant Advancement for Public Health and Welfare (Docket #1188)

City Council

The City Council is considering a message and order to accept and expend a $4,550,000.00 grant. The funds will support the MBI Digital Equity Partnership Program administered by Broadband and Equity. This program provides services for residents who lack internet connectivity, devices, or digital literacy skills.

• $4,550,000.00 grant for MBI Digital Equity Partnership Program

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda is only a procedural notice for a Public Improvement Commission hearing on August 10, 2023. No specific items, proposals, or decisions are listed.

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda is purely procedural, providing only the date and name of the Zoning Board of Appeal hearing. No specific items, cases, or decisions are listed.

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing an order to appropriate funds for a school project. The proposal covers costs for constructing, equipping, and furnishing a new building at 396 Northampton Street.

• $19,610,000.00 appropriation for William E. Carter School

City Council

The City Services and Innovation Technology Committee is reviewing orders to reallocate funds for the Boston Public Schools. This involves reducing the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by $1,705,142.00 to cover costs from a collective bargaining agreement with BASAS.

• Order to reduce FY23 Reserve for Collective Bargaining by $1,705,142.00 (Docket #1133)
• Supplemental order for Boston Public Schools in the amount of $1,705,142.00 (Docket #1134)
• Base wage increases of 2%, 2.5%, 2.5%, and 2.5% under the BASAS agreement

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It announces a Public Improvement Commission hearing on July 27, 2023, but provides no specific items for decision or discussion.

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items, cases, or decisions. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive matters to report.

City Council

The Civil Rights and Immigrant Advancement Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0943. The order seeks to explore the specific needs of Latino and Caribbean residents in Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0943 regarding Latino and Caribbean resident needs

City Council

The Government Accountability, Transparency, & Accessibility Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0520. This order proposes an audit of how the Boston Police Department responds to Latino Spanish-speaking residents in the City of Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0520: Audit of Boston Police Department response to Latino Spanish-speaking residents

Disability Commission Advisory Board

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed agenda items. The meeting is scheduled for July 19, 2023, but no specific topics, decisions, or discussions are provided in the document.

Public Facilities

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive business to report.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing budget adjustments for the Public Health Commission and Boston Police Department. The agenda also includes requests to accept grants for digital equity, arts, and transportation. Additionally, councilors have proposed ordinances regarding affordable housing demolition fees.

• $19,610,000 appropriation for a new William E. Carter School building
• $4,550,000 grant for the MBI Digital Equity Partnership Program
• Ordinance establishing an affordable housing demolition fee
• $3,000,000 grant for the Transforming Boston program
• $2,312,297 grant for transportation improvements

The City Council approved several funding transfers from the Reserve for Collective Bargaining to cover wage increases for the Public Health Commission and Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society. The Council also adopted resolutions recognizing Disability Pride Month and calling for safety improvements on DCR Parkways in the Fenway.

• Approved $402,150 transfer for Public Health Commission SEIU Local 888 (11-0)
• Approved $170,390 transfer for Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society (11-0)
• Approved $1,273,531 transfer for Boston Public Health Commission EMS Division
• Approved $38,000 grant for East Boston historical surveys
• Confirmed appointment of Donna Moore as Inspectional Service Constable
• Adopted resolution recognizing July as Disability Pride Month
• Adopted resolution to improve safety along DCR Parkways in the Fenway (10-0)
• Adopted resolution to end legacy admission practices in higher education

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee is reviewing an order for approval. This order concerns a preservation restriction on the Hayden Building at 681-683 Washington Street.

• Preservation Restriction for 681-683 Washington Street

City Council

The City Council is considering orders to reallocate $1,273,531.00 to cover cost items in collective bargaining agreements. These funds will support the Boston Public Health Commission and the Boston EMS Division of the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association.

• Order to reduce FY23 Reserve for Collective Bargaining by $1,273,531.00
• Supplemental Order for the Public Health Commission in the amount of $1,273,531.00
• Collective bargaining agreements covering July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2026
• Base wage increases of 1.5% (2021) and 2% annually through 2025

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It announces a Public Improvement Commission hearing on July 13, 2023, but contains no specific items, decisions, or discussion topics.

BPDA Board of Directors

This agenda for the Boston Planning & Development Agency Board of Directors meeting on July 13, 2023, contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. It appears to be procedural boilerplate with no substantive content provided.

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda is minimal and contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items. It appears to be procedural boilerplate, as no specific cases, proposals, or discussions are detailed.

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0724. The session will focus on the digitization and tracking of parking regulations.

• Hearing on Docket #0724 regarding parking regulation digitization

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It announces a Public Improvement Commission hearing on June 29, 2023, but provides no specific items for decision or discussion.

City Council

The City Council will consider an order to move $1,705,142 from the collective bargaining reserve to Boston Public Schools for contract increases. The agenda also includes a $15,000 grant for the Police Department's Homicide Unit and orders for public hearings on public safety.

• Reallocation of $1,705,142.00 to Boston Public Schools for contract increases
• Acceptance of a $15,000 grant from the Frank and Elizabeth Simoni Foundation for the Police Homicide Unit
• Confirmation of Matt O'Malley to the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Review Board
• Order for a hearing on public safety in Public Housing
• Resolution supporting in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants

The City Council approved several grants for the Age Strong Commission to fund nutrition and companionship services for older adults, as well as child care program funding. The Council also confirmed two appointments to the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Review Board and adopted resolutions recognizing various independence days and heritage months.

• Approved $1.5M grant for Federal FY23 Nutrition Services Incentive Program
• Approved $430,419 grant for Federal FY23 Senior Companion Program
• Approved $340,000 grant for Strengthening Child Care Programs
• Approved $263,086 grant for Federal FY23 Title III-C Nutrition Services Program
• Approved $137,753 grant for FY23 Retired Senior Volunteer Program
• Approved $150,000 grant for Age Strong Universal Fund
• Approved $15,000 grant for Police Department Homicide Unit
• Confirmed Matt O'Malley and Kendra Lara to the BERDO Review Board

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date for the Zoning Board of Appeal hearing on June 27, 2023. No specific items, cases, or decisions are listed, so the agenda is purely procedural boilerplate.

City Council

The Mayor has issued a message disapproving the Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2024 previously passed by the City Council. An amended version of the order is being filed for consideration.

• Amended Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2024 (Docket #0760)

The City Council adopted the minutes from the June 14, 2023 meeting. A message regarding an amended Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2024 was referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.

• Approved minutes from June 14, 2023 meeting
• Referred amended FY2024 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order to Committee on Ways and Means

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a message and order to confirm Matt O'Malley as a member of the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure (BERDO) Review Board. His term would expire on April 24, 2026.

• Confirmation of Matt O'Malley for the BERDO Review Board

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive agenda items provided.

BPDA Board of Directors

This agenda contains only the meeting header and no listed agenda items. It is procedural boilerplate with nothing scheduled for discussion or decision.

Disability Commission Advisory Board

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not populated.

Public Facilities

This is a procedural meeting of the Boston Public Facilities Commission with no specific agenda items listed. The agenda contains only the meeting title and date, indicating no substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled for public review.

City Council

The council will consider reallocating funds from the collective bargaining reserve to cover FY23 contract costs for the Public Health Commission, Boston Public Library, and Boston Public Schools. The agenda also includes accepting grants for a Blue Hill Avenue corridor project and security camera installations near Andrew Square Substation.

• Reallocating $1,273,531.00 for Boston EMS Division contract costs
• Reallocating $630,016.00 for the Boston Public Library
• Accepting a $413,316.00 grant for the Blue Hill Avenue corridor project
• Accepting a $19,691.80 grant for security cameras near Andrew Square Substation
• Proposed modification to the Charlestown Urban Renewal Plan (Parcel R-26C)

The City Council passed the FY2024 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order in an amended draft and approved the FY2024 appropriation for the School Department. The Council also approved funding for AFSCME-CIO Local 1526 and a grant for police security cameras. An attempt to override the Mayor's veto regarding the City Council web-page ordinance failed.

• Passed FY2024 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order in amended draft (7-5)
• Passed FY2024 Annual Appropriation for the School Department (12-0)
• Approved $630,016 reduction from Reserve for Collective Bargaining for AFSCME-CIO Local 1526
• Approved $630,016 supplemental Order for Boston Public Library for AFSCME-CIO Local 1526
• Approved $19,691.80 grant for Police Department security cameras at Andrew Square Substation
• Failed to override Mayor's veto on ordinance for City Council web-page accessibility (6-3)
• Adopted minutes from June 7, 2023 meeting
• Approved Constable Bonds for 34 individuals

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee reviewed an amended draft for the FY2024 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order (Docket #0760). Following a reconsideration of votes by Councilors Coletta and Worrell, the committee voted 6-5 against accepting the amended report.

• Vote on amended FY24 Budget order (Docket #0760)

City Council

The committee will hold hearings regarding government accountability and spending related to English language learner (ELL) students. The sessions also aim to discuss how Boston Public Schools address the needs of parents of ELL students.

• Hearing on transparency and spending for ELL student services (Docket #0165)
• Hearing on addressing the needs of English language learner parents (Docket #0255)

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0378. The item concerns an order to increase the pay for Municipal Officers.

• Hearing on Docket #0378 regarding increasing pay for Municipal Officers

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several appropriation orders for the 2024 fiscal year. These include funding for city departments, Boston Public Schools, and various infrastructure and equipment needs.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 limit for equipment leases and purchase agreements
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing dockets regarding the FY24 budget and school department funding. The items include various appropriation orders for capital improvements, equipment leases, and transportation infrastructure.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvement purposes across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include funding for the School Department, city equipment leases, and various capital improvement projects.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvements
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 authorization for equipment leases and purchase agreements
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2024. These items include large-scale capital improvement appropriations for various city departments and Boston Public Schools. The session also covers fund transfers and equipment leasing authorizations.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for city equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 messages and orders. These items include annual appropriations for the City and School Department, as well as various transfers to funds for transportation, equipment, and capital improvements.

• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $1,800,000.00 for transportation network services impact on municipal roads and bridges
• Authorization for equipment leases and purchases not to exceed $39,000,000.00
• $29,405,000.00 for various transportation and public realm improvements
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter, Old State House, and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include funding for city departments, school services, and various infrastructure projects.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization
• $1,800,000.00 for transportation network services impact on municipal roads and bridges

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2024. The session includes several large-scale appropriations for infrastructure, schools, and equipment leases.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and medical gear
• $27,500,000 for projects such as the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The City Council is reviewing several supplemental appropriation orders for collective bargaining agreements and a $1.6 million federal grant for humanitarian services. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances regarding City Council electoral districts and reports on the FY24 operating budget.

• $85,600.00 appropriation for Boston Public Health Commission/SENA Local 9158 contracts
• $32,334.00 appropriation for Parks and Recreation Department/Boston Park Rangers’ Association contracts
• $1,600,000.00 FEMA grant via United Way Worldwide for humanitarian services
• $15,000.00 grant for DEI training for CERT programs
• Ordinances amending City Council electoral districts

The City Council passed a new draft of an ordinance amending electoral districts and approved a regulation governing construction and demolition operations. The council also authorized several grants and the acceptance of donated equipment.

• Passed ordinance amending City Council Electoral Districts (10-2)
• Passed ordinance governing construction and demolition operations
• Approved $1.6M FEMA grant for humanitarian services via Mayor’s Office of Housing
• Approved $15,000 DHS grant for DEI training for CERT programs
• Approved acceptance of donated equipment from Boston Planning and Redevelopment Agency
• Approved preservation restriction on St. James African Orthodox Church
• Adopted resolution in support of Recreational Equipment Inc. (REI) Workers
• Adopted resolution recognizing Boston Emergency Medical Services Week

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several dockets related to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The items include annual appropriations for the city and school department, along with various capital project funding requests.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

Zoning Board of Appeal

This is the agenda for the Boston Zoning Board of Appeal hearing on May 23, 2023. The agenda contains only the hearing date and page number, with no specific items listed. As such, the board's decisions or discussions for this meeting are not detailed in this document.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several items related to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. These include annual appropriations for city departments and funding for various capital projects and equipment acquisitions.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases and purchases including vehicles and medical equipment
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization
• $1,800,000 for transportation network services impact on roads and bridges

City Council

The Civil Rights & Immigrant Advancement Committee will review ordinances to amend City Council electoral districts. The committee will also receive an update on the lawsuit Rasheed Walters, et al vs. Boston City Council. Councilor Liz Breadon will submit documents regarding redistricting litigation and archival records.

• Ordinances amending City Council electoral districts
• Update on lawsuit Rasheed Walters, et al vs. Boston City Council
• Documents regarding redistricting litigation and archival records

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several dockets related to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. These items include annual appropriations for the city and school department, as well as various capital improvement funds.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases and purchases including vehicles and computers
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Civil Rights and Immigrant Advancement Committee is reviewing several items related to the amendment of City Council electoral districts. The meeting includes updates on a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court against the Boston City Council and various documents regarding redistricting litigation and records.

• Update on Rasheed Walters, et al vs. Boston City Council (Case Number 1:22-cv-12048)
• Ordinances amending City Council electoral districts
• Redistricting litigation documents submitted by Councilor Liz Breadon
• Committee on Redistricting minutes and archival records

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0710. This item proposes an ordinance to govern construction and demolition operations in the City of Boston.

• Ordinance Governing Construction and Demolition Operations (Docket #0710)

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2024. These items include large-scale funding requests for citywide capital improvements and Boston Public Schools. The session also covers appropriations for equipment leases, transportation infrastructure, and retirement benefits.

• $657,110,000 for various city department capital improvements
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2024. These items include annual tax orders, school department funding, and various capital improvement appropriations. The session covers allocations for infrastructure, equipment, and public services.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

Public Facilities

The provided document is a title page for a meeting between the Public Facilities Department and the Mayor's Office of Housing on May 17, 2023. It contains no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions to summarize.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include annual city and school department appropriations, equipment leases, and various capital improvement funds.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvements
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 authorization for equipment leases and installment sales
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 messages and orders regarding city-wide appropriations. These items include funding for Boston Public Schools, various city departments, and transportation infrastructure.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization
• $1,800,000.00 for transportation network service impacts on municipal infrastructure

City Council

The Civil Rights & Immigrant Advancement Committee is receiving a legal update regarding a lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court. The notice was provided by Corporation Counsel Adam Cederbaum.

• Update on Case Number 1:22-cv-12048: Rasheed Walters, et al vs. Boston City Council, et al

City Council

The Public Health, Homelessness, & Recovery Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0257. The order seeks to discuss the necessity of establishing a health center in Nubian Square.

• Hearing on Docket #0257 regarding a health center in Nubian Square

City Council

The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee will conduct hearings regarding safety in Boston Public Schools. These include orders for hearings on coordination between the Boston Police and School Safety officers, as well as recommendations for public safety measures.

• Hearing order regarding coordination between Boston Police and Schools Safety officers (Docket #0166)
• Hearing order regarding public safety measure recommendations for BPS and Boston Police (Docket #0252)

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda is purely procedural, announcing a Public Improvement Commission hearing on May 11, 2023, with no specific items listed. No decisions or discussions are detailed.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several docket items for the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. This includes significant appropriations for city departments, school improvements, and fund transfers. The committee is also considering limits for Boston Police Department revolving funds.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvement purposes across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvements
• $40,000,000 to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases and purchases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 messages and orders. These items include annual appropriations for the Boston Police Department and School Department, as well as various transfers to capital funds for city infrastructure and departmental projects.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization
• $39,000,000.00 limit for equipment leases and purchase agreements

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $1,525,380.77 grant for senior nutrition services and supplemental appropriations for Boston Public Schools staff. The agenda also includes various personnel appointments and discussions regarding the FY24 operating budget.

• $1,525,380.77 grant for Age Strong Commission nutrition services
• $206,006.00 appropriation for Boston Public Schools lunch monitors
• $68,769.00 appropriation for Boston Public Schools school police superior officers
• FY24 Operating Budget and departmental appropriations
• Mattapan Heights Phase II Chapter 121A Project amendment

The City Council confirmed Midori Morikawa and Aisha Miller to the Zoning Commission. The Council also passed an ordinance to make the City Council's web-page more resourceful and accessible. Several resolutions recognizing heritage months and labor unions were adopted.

• Passed ordinance to make City Council web-page more resourceful and accessible
• Confirmed Midori Morikawa to the Zoning Commission (term expires May 1, 2026)
• Confirmed Aisha Miller to the Zoning Commission (term expires May 1, 2026)
• Confirmed appointments and renewals of constables (May 1, 2023 - April 30, 2026)
• Adopted resolution recognizing May 12, 2023 as Epiphany School Day
• Adopted resolutions for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and Jewish American Heritage Month
• Adopted resolutions supporting 1199SEIU, Northeastern University graduate students, and Harvard Union of Clerical and Technical Workers
• Approved appointment of temporary City Council employees

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda is only a procedural notice for a Zoning Board of Appeal hearing on May 9, 2023. No specific items, cases, or decisions are listed.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include funding for city departments, school infrastructure, and various municipal services.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 authorization for equipment leases and purchase agreements
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include funding for city departments, school improvements, and various municipal infrastructure projects.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 for equipment acquisition via leases or installment sales
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several dockets related to the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. The items include annual appropriations, school department funding, and various capital improvement projects. The hearing covers large-scale investments in infrastructure, equipment, and public services.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvements across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items. These include annual appropriations for the City and School Department, as well as various transfers to fund infrastructure, equipment, and capital improvements.

• $657,110,000.00 for city department capital improvement purposes
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000.00 for city department equipment leases and purchases
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including Animal Shelter, Old State House, and BHA decarbonization

City Council

The City Council will consider several federal grants for housing, economic development, and homelessness prevention. The agenda also includes appointments to the Zoning Commission and the BERDO Review Board. Additionally, the council will review items related to the FY24 operating budget.

• $17,535,525.00 CDBG grant for housing and economic development
• $6,235,976.00 HOME grant for affordable rental and homeownership housing
• $3,734,533.00 HOPWA grant for services for individuals affected by AIDS
• $1,517,966.00 Emergency Solutions Grant for homelessness prevention
• $36,119.00 grant for forensic science training in the Police Department

The City Council confirmed six appointments to the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure (BERDO) Review Board and passed a $17.5 million Community Development Block Grant for housing, economic development, and social services. Several other grants and orders were approved, including a $200,000 grant for the 1965 Freedom Plaza on Boston Common. No substantive decisions were made on the FY24 operating or capital budgets, which remained in committee.

• Confirmed six BERDO Review Board appointments (Gail Latimore, Kai Palmer-Dunning, Lee Matsueda, Rashida Boyd, Lovette Jacobs, Stephen Ellis)
• Passed $17,535,525 CDBG grant for housing, economic development, and social services
• Passed $6,235,976 HOME Investment Partnership grant for affordable housing
• Passed $3,734,533 HOPWA grant for services to individuals with AIDS
• Passed $1,517,966 Emergency Solutions Grant for homelessness services
• Passed $200,000 Cultural Facilities Fund grant for 1965 Freedom Plaza on Boston Common
• Passed $36,119 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science grant for police training
• Approved in-kind donation of $10,000 furniture to Veronica B. Smith Senior Center

City Council

The Environmental Justice, Resiliency and Parks Committee is considering several appointments to the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure (BERDO) Review Board. These items involve confirming individuals for terms expiring April 24, 2026.

• Confirmation of Gail Latimore to BERDO Review Board
• Confirmation of Kai Palmer-Dunning to BERDO Review Board
• Confirmation of Lee Matsueda to BERDO Review Board
• Confirmation of Rashida Boyd to BERDO Review Board
• Confirmation of Stephen Ellis and Lovette Jacobs to BERDO Review Board

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several appropriation orders for Fiscal Year 2024. These items include the city's annual budget, school department funding, and various large-scale capital improvement projects.

• FY2024 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order
• $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for city equipment leases and purchases
• $657,110,000 for various capital improvement projects
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvements

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 messages and orders regarding city-wide appropriations. These items include funding for the School Department, various city departments, and park maintenance.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 limit for equipment leases and purchase agreements
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter and BHA decarbonization

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive content to summarize.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriations. These include funding for the School Department, public health, and infrastructure improvements. The hearing also covers allocations for equipment leases and transportation network services.

• $657,110,000 for capital improvement purposes across various city departments
• $328,160,000 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000 to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Up to $39,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and ambulances
• $27,500,000 for projects such as the Animal Shelter and Old State House

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items and appropriation orders. These include funding for the Boston Public Health Commission, the School Department, and various city-wide capital improvement projects.

• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $1,800,000.00 for transportation network services impact on municipal roads and bridges
• Authorization for equipment leases up to $39,000,000.00 across various city departments
• $29,405,000.00 for transportation and public realm improvements from the Parking Meter Fund
• $27,500,000.00 for projects including the Animal Shelter, Old State House, and BHA decarbonization

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It announces a hearing of the Zoning Board of Appeal on April 28, 2023, but provides no specific items, cases, or decisions to be discussed.

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 appropriation and tax orders. These items include funding for city departments, school services, transportation infrastructure, and capital improvements.

• $657,110,000.00 for various capital improvement purposes across multiple city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvement purposes
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund
• $39,000,000.00 limit for equipment leases and purchase agreements
• $27,500,000.00 for planning, design, and construction projects including the Animal Shelter

City Council

The Ways & Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 budget items, including annual appropriations for the City and School Department. The hearing covers various fund transfers, equipment leases, and capital improvement projects across city departments.

• $657,110,000.00 for capital improvements for various city departments
• $328,160,000.00 for Boston Public Schools capital improvements
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
• Authorization for equipment leases up to $39,000,000.00
• $1,800,000.00 for transportation network service impacts on infrastructure

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing several fiscal year 2024 appropriation orders. These include the city's annual tax order, funding for the School Department, and a trust fund contribution.

• Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2024
• Annual Appropriation for the School Department for FY2024
• $40,000,000.00 appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Liability Trust Fund

Disability Commission Advisory Board

The Boston Disability Commission Advisory Board is holding a meeting on April 19, 2023. The agenda contains no substantive items, only the meeting notice itself. No decisions or discussions are listed.

• No specific agenda items listed

City Council

The City Council's City Services and Innovation Technology Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0259. The order proposes renaming the Roxbury branch of the Boston Public Library to the Nubian Library.

• Hearing on renaming the Roxbury branch of the Boston Public Library to the Nubian Library

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0343. This order calls for a moratorium on all development on city-owned land within District Seven until a request for proposal process occurs.

• Hearing on Docket #0343: Moratorium on development on city-owned land in District Seven

City Council

The City Council is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0162. This item concerns enhancing Boston's COVID-19 recovery using competitive federal grants from the B.I.L. and I.R.A.

• Hearing on Docket #0162 regarding federal grant competition

BPDA Board of Directors

This agenda for the BPDA Board of Directors meeting on April 13, 2023, contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed agenda items. It appears to be procedural boilerplate with no specific decisions or discussions scheduled for public review.

City Council

The Housing & Community Development Committee will hear on several federal grant awards. These funds, provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, are to be administered by the Mayor’s Office of Housing for various social and housing services.

• $17,535,525.00 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
• $6,235,976.00 Home Investment Partner grant
• $3,734,533.00 Housing for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) grant
• $1,517,966.00 Emergency Solutions Grant

Public Facilities

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate.

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date with no listed items. The Zoning Board of Appeal is scheduled to hold a hearing, but no specific cases, proposals, or actions are detailed in the provided text.

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee will hold hearings regarding pest control and trash contracts. The committee will also consider authorizing the acceptance of a $100,000 grant from the MA Environmental Protection Division for the Recycling Dividend Program.

• Hearing on trash contracts and procedures in Boston
• Authorization of a $100,000 grant for the Recycling Dividend Program
• Hearing on pest control in Boston

City Council

The Planning, Development, & Transportation Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0342. The session focuses on the recovery and revitalization of the taxi industry.

• Order for a hearing to discuss the recovery and revitalization of the taxi industry

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0322, an order for a hearing regarding the City Budget. This is a procedural step to discuss the city's budget.

• Hearing on Docket #0322 regarding the City Budget

City Council

The Labor, Workforce and Economic Development Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0153. This item involves a biannual review of the Boston Employment Commission and the Boston Residents Jobs Policy.

• Hearing on Docket #0153 regarding the Boston Employment Commission
• Biannual review of the Boston Residents Jobs Policy

City Council

The Community Preservation Act Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0574. This item proposes an appropriation from Fiscal Year 2023 Community Preservation Fund revenues. The funds are intended for community preservation projects recommended by the CPC.

• Appropriation order of $40,676,455.00 (Docket #0574)

City Council

The Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee will hold a hearing on Docket #0140, an order to discuss efforts to proactively combat summer violence in Boston. The agenda is a single-item hearing with no other business listed.

• Hearing on Docket #0140 regarding proactive summer violence prevention

City Council

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance for construction and demolition operations and a municipal energy code. The body is also considering orders to authorize interest statements for the P.A. Shaw and Charles H. Taylor elementary schools.

• Ordinance governing construction and demolition operations
• Order authorizing Statements of Interest for P.A. Shaw Elementary School
• Order authorizing Statements of Interest for Charles H. Taylor Elementary School
• Ordinance adopting the Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code
• Confirmation of Armindo Goncalves to the Boston Water and Sewer Commission

The City Council approved an ordinance adopting the Department of Energy Resources' Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code. The Council also authorized the city to submit Statements of Interest to the MSBA for P.A. Shaw and Charles H. Taylor Elementary Schools.

• Passed ordinance adopting Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code (8-4)
• Approved submission of Statements of Interest to MSBA for P.A. Shaw and Charles H. Taylor Elementary Schools
• Passed order requesting information on legal counsel and experts for redistricting case (8-4)
• Denied order requesting information on redistricting correspondence with Attorney John Lyons (6-6)
• Adopted resolutions recognizing April as Fair Housing Month and Second Chance Month
• Approved temporary employee appointments for Morgan Williams Casey, Joseph Gravellese, and Nicole Lvov
• Adopted a Consent Agenda containing 24 resolutions recognizing various individuals
• Adopted minutes from the March 29, 2023 meeting

City Council

The Public Health, Homelessness and Recovery Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0148. This item concerns the potential placement of vending machines for contraception and menstrual products within the City of Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0148: contraception and menstrual product vending machines

City Council

The City Services and Innovation Technology Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0145. The discussion will focus on the safety of light poles, bridges, and other public infrastructure within the city.

• Hearing on the safety of light poles, bridges, and other public infrastructure (Docket #0145)

City Council

The City Services & Innovation Technology Committee is considering an order for a hearing regarding fire and emergency disaster relief services in Boston. Councilor Louijeune moved to include Councilor Breadon as a co-sponsor of the order.

• Order for a hearing on fire and emergency disaster relief services (Docket #0154)

City Council

The Small Business & Professional Licensure Committee held a hearing regarding Docket #0630. The item discusses a potential ban of miniature alcohol bottles, known as "Singles," within the City of Boston. Councilor Arroyo moved for substituted language, and the motion prevailed.

• Hearing on the ban of miniature alcohol bottles (Singles)

City Council

The City Services and Innovation Technology Committee will hold a hearing on Docket #0417. The discussion focuses on digital equity and municipal broadband as they relate to affordable housing. Councilor Bok moved to include Councilor Mejia as a co-sponsor for this item.

• Hearing on Docket #0417 regarding digital equity and municipal broadband

Public Improvement Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive agenda items provided.

City Council

The Housing and Community Development Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0412. This item proposes an order to create a Renters' Bill of Rights for the City of Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0412 regarding a Renters' Bill of Rights

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0452, an ordinance that would provide remote access to meetings of municipal public bodies. The agenda contains only this single hearing item.

• Hearing on Docket #0452: ordinance for remote access to municipal public body meetings

Disability Commission Advisory Board

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items. The board is not shown to be deciding or discussing any specific topics at this meeting.

City Council

The City Council is considering several grant acceptances for arts and culture, including $4,601,589.00 for the Government Center Garage/Hub on Causeway Arts and Placemaking Fund. Members are also reviewing orders for hearings regarding city procurement, energy costs, the city budget, and youth summer jobs.

• $4,601,589.00 grant for Government Center Garage/Hub on Causeway Arts and Placemaking Fund
• $4,150.00 grant for Program Exhibits via National Arts Program Foundation
• Hearing order regarding the City Budget
• Hearing order regarding public consumer energy costs
• Hearing order to discuss youth summer jobs programs

The City Council approved a $4,150 grant for employee art exhibits and a $10,000 in-kind donation of toys and winter accessories from REI. The Council also appointed several temporary employees and tabled an ordinance regarding the Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code.

• Approved $4,150 grant for Program Exhibits (Passed under suspension of rules)
• Approved $10,000 in-kind donation from REI for 'Play Shed' pilot (Passed)
• Tabled ordinance adopting Municipal Opt-in Specialized Stretch Energy Code
• Approved appointment of temporary employee Karishma Chouhan (Passed under suspension of rules)
• Approved appointment of 11 temporary employees (Passed under suspension of rules)
• Referred $4,601,589 grant for Government Center Garage/Hub on Causeway Arts and Placemaking Fund to Committee on Arts, Culture, and Special Events
• Referred order for hearing on indoor playgrounds to Committee on Environmental Justice, Resiliency, and Parks
• Adopted Consent Agenda containing 28 resolutions of recognition and memory

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing an order to authorize the City of Boston to submit Statements of Interest to the MSBA Core Program. This request addresses facility deficiencies at P.A. Shaw Elementary School and Charles H. Taylor Elementary School.

• Order authorizing Statements of Interest for P.A. Shaw and Charles H. Taylor elementary schools

Zoning Board of Appeal

The provided document contains only the meeting title and date. No specific cases, applications, or decisions are listed in the text.

City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0322, an order for a hearing regarding the City Budget. This is a procedural step to discuss the budget.

• Hearing on Docket #0322 regarding the City Budget

City Council

The Strong Women, Families and Communities Committee will hold a hearing on Docket #0261. The committee will discuss the results of last year's youth summer jobs programs and their social emotional benefits.

• Hearing on youth summer jobs program results (Docket #0261)

City Council

The Government Accountability, Transparency and Accessibility Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0253. This order calls for an audit of the City of Boston's procurement processes, procedures, and progress.

• Audit of City of Boston procurement processes (Docket #0253)

City Council

The Government Accountability, Transparency and Accessibility Committee will hold a hearing regarding payroll issues. The discussion focuses on reports that many Boston Public School teachers are owed back pay.

• Docket #0341: Hearing to discuss Boston Public School teacher payroll concerns

City Council

The City Council will review several federal grant requests for housing, economic development, and social services. The agenda also includes the appointment of members to the Task Force on the Study on City of Boston Reparations.

• $17,535,525.00 Federal FY23 Community Development Block Grant
• $6,235,976.00 Federal FY23 Home Investment Partner grant
• $3,734,533.00 Federal FY23 Housing for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) grant
• $1,517,966.00 Federal FY23 Emergency Solutions Grant
• $100,000.00 MA Environmental Protection Division Recycling Dividend Program grant

The City Council passed a Home Rule Petition for additional restricted liquor licenses and updated codes for the Bay Village and Beacon Hill historic districts. Several grant requests for housing and recycling were referred to committees for further review. The Council also adopted multiple resolutions and appointed temporary employees.

• Approved Home Rule Petition for additional restricted liquor licenses (11-0)
• Passed ordinance amending Bay Village Historic District code
• Passed Home Rule Petition for changes to Historic Beacon Hill District (11-0)
• Adopted resolution for Ramadan observance
• Adopted resolution for District 7 youth and family space activation
• Adopted resolution celebrating Kriola's International Day
• Approved appointment of temporary employees Ian Ko, Kennedy Avery, Anthony Baez, and Jacob Werner
• Approved appointment of temporary employees Anne Mazzola, Patricia Mullaney, Wayne D. Yeh, and Angela Yarde

City Council

The Arts, Culture and Special Events Committee will hold a hearing on Docket #0334, an order regarding winter placemaking and Boston as a 'Winter City'. The hearing is to discuss the proposal.

• Hearing on Docket #0334 regarding winter placemaking and Boston as a 'Winter City'

City Council

The Education Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0244, an order to establish a mental health curriculum in Boston Public Schools. The hearing is for discussion only; no vote is listed on this agenda.

• Hearing on Docket #0244: order for a mental health curriculum in Boston Public Schools

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is conducting a hearing regarding two dockets. These items involve proposed changes to the ordinances for the Bay Village and Beacon Hill historic districts.

• Ordinance amendment for Bay Village Historic District (Docket #0453)
• Petition for a Special Law regarding the Historic Beacon Hill District (Docket #0516)

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding two dockets. These items concern the regulation, enforcement, and zoning code amendments related to keeping honey bees in Boston.

• Ordinance regarding regulation and enforcement of keeping honey bees (Docket #0138)
• Text amendment to the Boston zoning code regarding honey bees (Docket #0139)

BPDA Board of Directors

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It lists the BPDA Board of Directors meeting date and page number, with no specific items for decision or discussion.

City Council

The Planning, Development & Transportation Committee will hold hearings regarding two financing orders. These include a call for District Increment Financing in District Seven and a discussion of financing for the Kosciuszko Circle through Morrissey Boulevard corridor.

• Order #0379: Hearing for District Increment Financing (DIF) in District Seven
• Order #0413: Hearing to discuss DIF from Kosciuszko Circle through Morrissey Boulevard Corridor

City Council

The Education Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0247. The session focuses on the academic performance and social-emotional well-being of LGBTQ+ students within Boston Public Schools.

• Hearing on Docket #0247 regarding LGBTQ+ student academic performance and well-being

Public Facilities

The provided document is a placeholder page with no specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions listed. It is procedural boilerplate only.

City Council

The City Council will review several mayoral orders including a $40.6 million appropriation for community preservation projects. Other items include requests to submit interest in funding for P.A. Shaw and Charles H. Taylor elementary schools and a $340,000 grant for child care programs.

• $40,676,455.00 appropriation for Community Preservation Fund projects
• $340,000.00 grant for Strengthening Child Care Programs
• Statements of Interest for P.A. Shaw Elementary School and Charles H. Taylor Elementary School
• Designation of The First Church in Roxbury as a Landmark
• Ordinance establishing protections for the City of Boston Tree Canopy

The City Council adopted a resolution opposing the Eversource substation on the Chelsea Creek Waterfront. The body also approved a cost-of-living adjustment for retirees and accepted a $235,000 grant for mobile outreach services.

• Adopted resolution opposing Eversource substation on Chelsea Creek Waterfront (11-2)
• Passed order accepting Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 regarding cost-of-living adjustments for retirees (13-0)
• Approved $235,000 Boston Foundation grant for Food, Fuel and Shelter mobile outreach
• Passed petition to waive maximum age requirement for police officer Ariel Rodriguez
• Adopted resolution to inform veterans about PACT Act resources
• Approved appointments of multiple temporary City Council employees
• Referred $40.6M Community Preservation Fund appropriation to Committee on Community Preservation Act
• Referred $340,000 child care program grant to Committee on Strong Women, Families, and Communities

Public Facilities

This agenda is minimal and contains only procedural information. It lists a meeting of the Public Facilities Commission related to the Mayor's Office of Housing, but no specific items for discussion or decision are provided.

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items, cases, or actions. The meeting is scheduled but no specific decisions or discussions are detailed.

City Council

The Housing and Community Development Committee is reviewing Docket #0249. This item calls for a hearing to discuss the impact of inequitable housing code enforcement within Boston's Proactive Rental Inspection Program.

• Hearing on the Impact of Inequitable Housing Code Enforcement of Boston's Proactive Rental Inspection Program (Docket #0249)

City Council

The Education Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0147. This order proposes establishing a climate change and environmental justice curriculum within Boston Public Schools.

• Education Committee Hearing on Docket #0147: Climate change and environmental justice curriculum

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0137. This ordinance proposes establishing protections for the City of Boston tree canopy.

• Ordinance establishing protections for the City of Boston Tree Canopy (Docket #0137)

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0369. This item involves the acceptance of Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022, which relates to cost-of-living adjustments for retirees.

• Acceptance of Chapter 269 of the Acts of 2022 (Cost-Of-Living Adjustments for Retirees)

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is reviewing notices regarding three members for the Municipal Lobbying Compliance Commission. These include one new appointment and two re-appointments.

• Appointment of Vivian Leonard to the Municipal Lobbying Compliance Commission
• Re-appointment of Sammy Nabulsi to the Municipal Lobbying Compliance Commission
• Re-appointment of Vivien Li to the Municipal Lobbying Compliance Commission

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a home rule petition for rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections. Other items include orders for hearings on COVID-19 recovery funds, musician rehearsal spaces, and potential school or community center closures.

• Home rule petition for rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections
• Hearing order regarding review of COVID-19 recovery funds
• Hearing order regarding loss of rehearsal spaces for musicians
• Hearing order regarding possible closing of public schools and BCYF community centers
• Proposed Act to Improve and Modernize Planning and Community Development

The City Council approved two home rule petitions regarding rent stabilization and the modernization of planning and community development. The council also adopted resolutions for International Women's Day and equal treatment in missing women cases. Several temporary employee appointments were approved.

• Passed Act to Improve and Modernize Planning and Community Development (11-2)
• Passed home rule petition for Rent Stabilization and Tenant Eviction Protections (11-2)
• Denied amendment to rent stabilization petition (4-9)
• Adopted resolution designating March 8, 2023 as International Women's Day
• Adopted resolution calling for equal treatment of all missing women cases
• Approved appointment of temporary employee Lybille Rocher
• Approved appointment of temporary employees Amanda O'Connor and Julie Ryan
• Approved appointment of temporary employees Ron Cobb, Juan Lopez, Cora Montrond, Lorraine Schettino, and Kaylan Brown

City Council

The Strong Women, Families and Communities Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0415. This item concerns the possible closing of several Boston public schools and BCYF community centers this summer.

• Hearing on Docket #0415 regarding school and community center closures

City Council

The Arts, Culture & Special Events Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0260. The session aims to address the loss of rehearsal spaces for musicians within the City of Boston.

• Order for a hearing on the loss of musician rehearsal spaces

City Council

The City Council is considering an order to hold a hearing regarding the review of COVID-19 recovery funds. This item was moved by Councilor Bok and co-sponsored by Councilor Worrell.

• Hearing request for Docket #0159 regarding COVID-19 recovery funds

City Council

The Environmental Justice, Resiliency & Parks Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0251. The item proposes establishing a Walking City Trail to connect various neighborhoods across Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0251: Establishing A Walking City Trail

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0408. This item involves a home rule petition to the General Court regarding rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections in Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0408: Rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections

City Council

The Council will consider grant acceptances for climate resilience and the Moakley Connectors project. The agenda also includes a supplemental appropriation for Public Health Commission contract costs and proposed ordinances regarding food justice and remote meeting access.

• $1,633,500 FEMA grant for Resilient Moakley Connectors
• $870,000 Barr Foundation grant for Climate Resilience
• Ordinance creating the Office of Food Justice
• $50,850 appropriation for Public Health Commission contract costs
• Designation of The Richards Building as a Landmark

The City Council approved multiple grants for climate resilience, the arts, and immigrant advancement. The Council also set the date for the municipal preliminary election and confirmed several architectural commission appointments.

• Approved $870,000 Barr Foundation grant for Climate Ready Boston initiatives
• Approved $1,633,500 FEMA grant for Resilient Moakley Connectors planning
• Approved $297,200 Massachusetts Cultural Council grant for FY23 Local Cultural Council Program
• Approved $160,000 Donor Group grant for the Immigrant Advancement Fund
• Fixed the municipal Preliminary Election date for September 12, 2023
• Approved $50,850 supplemental appropriation for Public Health Commission collective bargaining (12-0)
• Adopted resolution to explore a Senior Recreational Center in Roxbury (12-0)
• Confirmed appointments to Aberdeen and Highland Park Architectural Conservation District Commissions

Zoning Board of Appeal

This agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It lists a hearing of the Zoning Board of Appeal for February 28, 2023, but provides no specific items, cases, or decisions to be discussed.

City Council

The Arts, Culture & Special Events Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0118. This item authorizes the City of Boston to accept and spend a grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council to fund arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences programming.

• Docket #0118: $297,200.00 grant for FY23 Local Cultural Council Program

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing regarding Docket #0323. This item proposes an act intended to improve and modernize planning and community development in the City of Boston.

• Hearing on Docket #0323: Proposed Act to Improve and Modernize Planning and Community Development

City Council

The City Services and Innovation Technology Committee will review Docket #0407. This order, recommended by the Chair of the Board of Election Commissioners, proposes setting September 12, 2023, as the date for the municipal preliminary election.

• Order fixing the 2023 preliminary election date for September 12

City Council

The committee is reviewing two grants for environmental and climate resilience projects. One proposal involves $1,633,500 for pre-construction planning of the Resilient Moakley Connectors near Moakley Park. A second proposal seeks to accept $870,000 for Climate Ready Boston initiatives.

• $1,633,500 FEMA grant for Resilient Moakley Connectors planning
• $870,000 Barr Foundation grant for Climate Ready Boston initiatives
• Referral request for Docket #0116 to the Committee on Planning, Development and Transportation

City Council

The Government Operations Committee is holding a hearing on Docket #0408. This item involves a home rule petition to the General Court for a special law. The proposed law would authorize the City of Boston to implement rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections.

• Home rule petition regarding rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections

Public Facilities

This is a procedural-only agenda for the Public Facilities Commission under the Mayor's Office of Housing. No specific items, decisions, or discussions are listed.

Disability Commission Advisory Board

This agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed agenda items, decisions, or discussion topics. It is procedural boilerplate with no substantive business to report.

Public Improvement Commission

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BPDA Board of Directors

The provided source document is a header for the BPDA Board of Directors meeting on February 16, 2023, but it does not list any specific agenda items, decisions, or discussions. Therefore, no concrete actions or topics can be reported.

City Council

The Education Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0245. The session aims to examine the implementation and outcomes of restorative justice practices within the Boston Public Schools.

• Hearing on Docket #0245 regarding restorative justice practices in Boston Public Schools

City Council

The council will review a home rule petition for rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections. It will also consider several supplemental appropriations for Boston Public School union contracts. Additionally, hearings are proposed regarding a Renters' Bill of Rights and potential school closures.

• Home rule petition for rent stabilization and tenant eviction protections
• $1,642,723.10 grant for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative
• $1,722,764.20 grant for Boston Fire Department decontamination equipment and maintenance
• $300,000 grant for renovations at Engine 8/Ladder 1 in the North End
• Hearing regarding the possible closing of several public schools and community centers

The City Council approved $21.6 million for boiler, window, and door replacements at four schools. The body also passed several supplemental appropriations for school staff collective bargaining agreements and approved multiple public safety grants.

• Approved $21.6M for boiler, window, and door replacements at Boston Day and Evening Academy, Henderson Upper School, Rafael Hernandez School, and William E. Russell (13-0)
• Passed petition for a Special Law regarding reorganization of the Boston School Committee (7-5)
• Passed petition establishing student voting on the Boston School Committee (11-2)
• Approved $164,448 for Boston School Police Patrolmen's Association collective bargaining
• Approved $1,283,486 for School Custodians (Local 1952) collective bargaining
• Approved $1,079,770 for Bus Monitors (United Steelworkers Local 2936) collective bargaining
• Approved $703,939 for Administrative Guild (SEIU Local 888) collective bargaining
• Approved $1,642,723.10 grant for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative

City Council

The Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee will consider three grant authorizations. These include funding for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative to combat gang violence and grants for Boston Fire Department equipment and renovations.

• $1,642,723.10 grant for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative
• $1,722,764.20 grant for Boston Fire Department Hazard Response Team equipment and maintenance
• $300,000.00 grant for renovations at Engine 8/Ladder 1 in the North End

City Council

The Education Committee is considering an order for a hearing regarding government transparency and accountability towards COVID safety in Boston Public Schools. This item is identified as Docket #0167.

• Order for a hearing on COVID safety transparency and accountability in Boston Public Schools (Docket #0167)

City Council

The committee is reviewing orders to move funds from the Collective Bargaining Reserve to the Boston School Department and City Housing Trust Fund. These transfers would cover costs from collective bargaining agreements for school police, custodians, bus monitors, and administrative staff.

• $164,448 transfer for Boston School Police Patrolmen's Association contract
• $1,283,486 transfer for School Custodians (Local 1952) contract
• $1,079,770 transfer for Bus Monitors (United Steelworkers Local 2936) contract
• $703,939 transfer for Administrative Guild (SEIU Local 888) contract

City Council

The Planning, Development and Transportation Committee is reviewing Docket #0324. This item proposes extending Urban Renewal Plans in the City of Boston until March 31, 2025, or until a relevant Home Rule Petition passes.

• Temporary extension of Urban Renewal Plans

City Council

The Housing and Community Development Committee will hold a hearing regarding Docket #0157. This item concerns the state of anti-displacement within the city's Acquisition Opportunity Program. Councilor Louijeune moved to include Councilor Fernandes Anderson as a co-sponsor.

• Hearing on Docket #0157 regarding the Acquisition Opportunity Program

City Council

The Council will consider budget transfers to fund Boston Public School contract increases for bus monitors and administrative staff. The agenda also includes the establishment of an Office of Participatory Budgeting and a landmark designation for Tremont Temple.

• $1,079,770.00 transfer for BPS Bus Monitors contract increases
• $703,939.00 transfer for BPS Administrative Guild contract increases
• Ordinance establishing the Office of Participatory Budgeting
• Designation of Tremont Temple as a Landmark
• $1,475,000.00 appropriation from the Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund

The City Council approved a $1.475 million appropriation from the Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund for specific projects and a restoration fund. The Council also confirmed six appointments to architectural commissions and approved the hiring of a temporary employee. Several orders for hearings and budget adjustments were referred to committees.

• Approved $1,475,000 appropriation from Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund
• Confirmed Curtis R. Kemeny to Beacon Hill Architectural Commission
• Confirmed Maurice N. Finegold to Beacon Hill Architectural Commission
• Confirmed Sandra Steele to Beacon Hill Architectural Commission
• Confirmed Tanvi Nayer to Back Bay Architectural Conservation District Commission
• Confirmed Anndie Chan-Patera to Back Bay Architectural Conservation District Commission
• Confirmed Thomas High to Back Bay Architectural Conservation District Commission
• Approved appointment of temporary employee James Lambert III

City Council

The City Council is considering an order to allocate $1,475,000.00 from the Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund for specific projects. This follows a December 7, 2022, vote by the Browne Fund Commissioners to approve these projects and establish a dedicated repairs and restoration fund.

• Appropriation of $1,475,000.00 from the Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund
• Establishment of a dedicated repairs and restoration fund for Browne Fund Projects

Public Improvement Commission

This meeting agenda is only procedural boilerplate. It contains no actual agenda items, decisions, or discussions for the Public Improvement Commission.

City Council

The Strong Women, Families and Communities Committee will hold a hearing on Docket #0246. The purpose of the hearing is to assess the need for a Senior Center in the West Roxbury neighborhood. Councilor Lara moved to include Councilor Louijeune as a co-sponsor.

• Hearing on Docket #0246 regarding the need for a West Roxbury Senior Center

City Council

The Council will consider a $21.6 million appropriation for boiler, window, and door replacements at four Boston schools. The agenda also includes several grant acceptances for the Fire Department and requests for hearings on topics such as housing affordability and summer violence prevention.

• $21,600,000 appropriation for school construction projects at Boston Day and Evening Academy, Henderson Upper School, Rafael Hernandez School, and William E. Russell School
• $1,722,764.20 grant for Fire Department decontamination equipment and vehicles
• $300,000.00 grant for renovations at Engine 8/Ladder 1 in the North End
• Recommendation to pass a $5,000,000 FEMA disaster relief grant
• Ordinance establishing an Office of Participatory Budgeting

The City Council approved funding for boiler, window, and door replacements at four Boston schools. The Council also authorized the acceptance of two grants for the Fire Department and passed a special law regarding a police officer's age requirement.

• Appropriated $21,600,000 for boiler, windows and door replacement at Boston Day and Evening Academy, Henderson Upper School, Rafael Hernandez School and William E. Russell (13-0)
• Approved $5,000,000 FEMA grant for Presidentially Declared Disaster
• Approved $2,250,000 state training grant for the Fire Department
• Passed special law to waive maximum age requirement for Police Officer Wendy Pierre-Louis (13-0)
• Denied new draft of ordinance establishing the Office of Participatory Budgeting (6-4)
• Adopted resolution designating Memorial Hero Square at Glen Road and Forest Hills Street in memory of Paul Xavier Hogan
• Adopted resolution recognizing February 27th, 2023 as Dominican Independence Day
• Adopted resolution to support the Economic Census

Zoning Board of Appeal

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City Council

The Ways and Means Committee is reviewing an order to appropriate $21,600,000.00. The funds are intended for design and construction projects involving boilers, windows, and doors at four Boston schools.

• $21,600,000.00 appropriation for school repairs
• Boiler, window, and door replacements at Boston Day and Evening Academy
• Boiler, window, and door replacements at Henderson Upper School
• Boiler, window, and door replacements at Rafael Hernandez School
• Boiler, window, and door replacements at William E. Russell School

City Council

The City Council is considering an ordinance to create the Office of Participatory Budgeting. This measure would amend Chapter V of the City of Boston Code by inserting a new Section 5-1.11.

• Ordinance establishing the Office of Participatory Budgeting

City Council

The Public Safety & Criminal Justice Committee is reviewing two grant authorizations. One docket proposes accepting $5,000,000 to reimburse expenses from the January 2022 blizzard. The other involves a $2,250,000 state grant for fire department training and equipment.

• $5,000,000 FEMA grant for Blizzard of January 29-30, 2022 expenses
• $2,250,000 FY23 State Training Grant for BFD Training Academy and Technical Rescue division

City Council

The council will review several grants for public safety, including funding for gang violence reduction and police technology upgrades. The agenda also includes appointments to various architectural commissions and orders for hearings on school-related issues.

• $13,520,000.00 grant for the Urban Areas Security Initiative
• $1,642,723.10 grant for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative
• $1,475,000.00 appropriation from the Edward Ingersoll Browne Fund
• $150,000.00 grant from Friends of Crite Park for the Crite Park Project
• $567,000.00 grant for police cruiser eCitation technology

The City Council approved multiple grants for emergency management, police equipment, and electric vehicle charging stations. The council also confirmed the re-appointment of Jeanne Pinado to the Zoning Board of Appeal and adopted a resolution celebrating Lunar New Year.

• Approved $13.52M grant for security capacities to prevent and respond to terrorism
• Approved $1.169M grant for the Boston-Providence Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Project
• Approved $567,000 grant for police cruiser eCitation technology
• Approved $200,000 grant for Sullivan/Rutherford Avenue project design costs (11-0)
• Approved $167,104 grant for EV charging stations in Allston, Dorchester, Hyde Park and Roslindale (11-0)
• Confirmed re-appointment of Jeanne Pinado to the Zoning Board of Appeal (11-0)
• Approved $150,000 grant from Friends of Crite Park for the Crite Park Project
• Adopted resolution celebrating Lunar New Year and the AAPI community

City Council

The Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee is reviewing authorizations for three federal grants. These funds are intended for terrorism prevention, regional catastrophe preparedness, and new electronic citation equipment for police cruisers.

• $13,520,000.00 grant for Urban Areas Security Initiative
• $1,169,623.00 grant for Boston-Providence Regional Catastrophic Preparedness
• $567,000.00 grant for eCitation technology in 564 police cruisers

BPDA Board of Directors

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Public Facilities

This agenda for the Public Facilities Commission meeting on January 18, 2023, contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It is purely procedural boilerplate with no substantive business scheduled.

Public Facilities

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Cable

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City Council

The City Council will consider a $21.6 million appropriation for repairs at four Boston schools. The agenda also includes accepting several state and federal grants for disaster reimbursement, fire training, and climate resilience. Additionally, councilors have proposed hearings on topics such as gun violence and small business barriers.

• $21,600,000 appropriation for school boiler, window, and door replacements
• $5,000,000 FEMA grant for Blizzard of January 2022 reimbursement
• $2,250,000 State Training Grant for BFD equipment and supplies
• $1,633,500 FEMA grant for Resilient Moakley Connectors planning
• Proposed hearing regarding efforts to combat summer violence

The City Council approved two orders to provide $110,160 for the Boston Public Health Commission to cover collective bargaining agreement increases for the Local 888, SEIU-Counselors Unit. Several grant authorizations and temporary employee appointments were also passed. Numerous orders for public hearings and petitions were referred to committees for further review.

• Approved $110,160 to fund Boston Public Health Commission collective bargaining (13-0)
• Approved $110,160 supplemental appropriation for Public Health Commission (13-0)
• Approved $150,000 grant for FY22 COVID-19 SA/DV Trust Fund
• Approved $119,245.53 grant for FY22 Violence Against Women Act STOP Grant
• Approved $92,736 grant for Federal FY22 Emergency Management Performance Grant
• Approved $3,000 grant amendment for video cameras in Bowdoin/Geneva neighborhood
• Passed special law petition regarding retirement benefits for beneficiary of Robert Lawler (13-0)
• Approved appointment of temporary employees Gabriela Ramirez, Angela Yarde, Kennedy Avery, Anthony Baez, Jacob Werner, and Meghan Kavanagh

Cable

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Public Improvement Commission

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Cable

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Cable

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