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Apr 9

Human Resources COVID-19 update

During this time, the health and well-being of our employees are top priorities.

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Apr 8

City Council Legislative Budget Review

We'll be updating this page with information regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 Budget Review Process.

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Apr 8

Mayor Walsh Proposes Fiscally Responsible Operating Budget and Capital Plan to Meet the Needs of Boston Residents

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Apr 7

COVID-19 Election Department update

The Boston Election Department will remain open to the public during normal business hours, 9 a.m. -...

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Apr 7

Transportation Department providing healthcare workers additional support

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Boston Transportation Department today announced ticket amnesty for...

Apr 7

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Boston

Information is rapidly changing — we will update this page as new and relevant information becomes...

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Apr 7

Information on face coverings for COVID-19

The Boston Public Health Commission is encouraging people to wear a face covering when they leave...

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Apr 6

Property tax bill due date extended until June 1 due to public health crisis

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the City of Boston has extended the due date for property tax...

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Apr 6

Mayor Walsh and Fund Steering Committee Award $3 Million in Additional Emergency Grants Through Boston Resiliency Fund

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Apr 6

Boston Resiliency Fund grantees

Each of the grantees focus on helping Boston individuals and families disproportionately impacted by...

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Apr 5

Stricter measures in place for social, physical distancing to curb COVID-19 impact

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced strict new measures for social and physical distancing for...

Apr 3

Fourth cohort of Boston Artists-in-Residence announced

Mayor Martin J. Walsh and the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture today announced five artists have...

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Apr 3

$3 million fund to help Bostonians pay their rent during COVID-19 pandemic

Recipients will have to demonstrate financial need, such as loss of income.

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Apr 3

The West End: Slum or bustling urban neighborhood?

What characteristics do you think of when you hear the word "slum"? Deteriorated infrastructure...

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Apr 2

Small Business Relief Fund created amid COVID-19 crisis

New resources have been created to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19 receive immediate...

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Apr 1

Food resources during COVID-19

We are providing a way for residents to find open food locations and delivery options during the...

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Mar 31

COVID-19: Collecting Division guide to transactions

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of Boston Collecting Division will be operating under the...

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Mar 31

A message from Disability Commissioner Kristen McCosh on supporting our residents

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community

Mar 31

COVID-19 resources for safety and self care

This month, we are sharing a list of articles and resources to help cope with the crisis.

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Mar 30

Subsidized housing to be created for 1,000 Boston Public Schools families at risk of displacement

A new partnership will substantially reduce homelessness and prevent displacement among Boston...

Mar 30

Demolition Delay application: 1854 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester

The application is to demolish the structure at 1854 Dorchester Avenue in Dorchester.

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Mar 30

COVID-19: Status of City of Boston departments

We have information on the current statuses of City of Boston departments below.

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Mar 29

City of Boston increasing care capacity, targeted interventions for those experiencing homelessness

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced a comprehensive plan for individuals experiencing homelessness...

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Mar 27

City Clerk coronavirus (COVID-19) updates

We hope this message finds you and your loved ones in good health. Given the current public health...

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Mar 27

Mar 26

Inspectional Services COVID-19 updates

To mitigate the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), public access to our office is restricted to...

Mar 26

New City of Boston programs to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced new resources available for small businesses in Boston...

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Mar 26

Employee Assistance Program COVID-19 resources

We have general news, information, and safety resources.

Latest City of Boston news

Human Resources COVID-19 update

City Council Legislative Budget Review

Mayor Walsh Proposes Fiscally Responsible Operating Budget and Capital Plan to Meet the Needs of Boston Residents

COVID-19 Election Department update

Transportation Department providing healthcare workers additional support

Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) in Boston

Information on face coverings for COVID-19

Property tax bill due date extended until June 1 due to public health crisis

Mayor Walsh and Fund Steering Committee Award $3 Million in Additional Emergency Grants Through Boston Resiliency Fund

Boston Resiliency Fund grantees

Stricter measures in place for social, physical distancing to curb COVID-19 impact

Fourth cohort of Boston Artists-in-Residence announced

$3 million fund to help Bostonians pay their rent during COVID-19 pandemic

The West End: Slum or bustling urban neighborhood?

Small Business Relief Fund created amid COVID-19 crisis

Food resources during COVID-19

COVID-19: Collecting Division guide to transactions

A message from Disability Commissioner Kristen McCosh on supporting our residents

COVID-19 resources for safety and self care

Subsidized housing to be created for 1,000 Boston Public Schools families at risk of displacement

Demolition Delay application: 1854 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester

COVID-19: Status of City of Boston departments

City of Boston increasing care capacity, targeted interventions for those experiencing homelessness

City Clerk coronavirus (COVID-19) updates

Boston Resiliency Fund surpasses $20 million goal

The demolition of the West End

Temporary parking enforcement changes in place due to COVID-19

Inspectional Services COVID-19 updates

New City of Boston programs to help small businesses impacted by COVID-19

Employee Assistance Program COVID-19 resources