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This week, the Council adopted a resolution urging the City of Boston to certify with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)...
During this week’s Council meeting, the Council voted to approve a grant order transmitted by Mayor Wu authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend $99,476 through the Pipeline Emergency...
The Council adopted a resolution this week recognizing October as Pedestrian Safety Month in the City of Boston.
The Council adopted a resolution recognizing November 2025 as Youth and Young Adult Homelessness Awareness Month.
During this week's Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution condemning the Trump Administration’s failure to fully fund the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
This week, the City Council adopted a resolution recognizing the temporary installation of Hope Out of Darkness, a bronze sculpture honoring the life and legacy of abolitionist Solomon Northup. The...
The Council adopted a resolution affirming its commitment to ensuring access to gender-affirming healthcare for all residents. The resolution comes amid growing challenges facing the LGBTQIA2S+...
The Council has officially recognized October 26, 2025, as Intersex Awareness Day, marking an important moment in the city’s ongoing commitment to equity, bodily autonomy, and human rights.
The City of Boston now observes Indigenous Peoples’ Day on the second Monday in October, following an Executive Order issued on October 6, 2021, by then-Acting Mayor Kim Janey. This week, the Council...
The Council officially recognized October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in the city, joining communities nationwide in honoring survivors, remembering those lost to the disease, and promoting...
The Council adopted a resolution supporting the city’s police officers, firefighters, emergency medical personnel, and all first responders, while condemning violence against those who serve the...
The Council expressed its strong support for the creation of a Cultural District in East Boston, adopting a resolution that affirms the neighborhood's vibrant artistic identity and recognizes the...
During this week’s City Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in the City of Boston, reaffirming its commitment to supporting...
The Council adopted a resolution in support of prioritizing a recovery campus for the City of Boston, citing urgent public health and public safety concerns and growing frustration over the long...
During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution honoring the 102nd anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Türkiye and celebrating the 30th Annual Boston Turkish Arts &...
This week, the Council passed an ordinance amending Chapter X, Section 10 of the City of Boston Code on University Accountability, aimed at strengthening data collection and institutional...
During this week’s Council meeting, the Council approved the adoption of a local option for the City of Boston that would allow the conversion of certain liquor licenses. This move aims to help...
The City Council adopted a resolution officially recognizing October as Italian-American Heritage Month in the City of Boston. The resolution honors the contributions of more than 26 million Americans...
The Council adopted a resolution officially recognizing October 1, 2025, as Nigerian Independence Day in the City of Boston. The resolution honors the 65th anniversary of Nigeria's independence from...
The Council approved an order to accept and expend a $20,000 Literacy Campaign Grant awarded by Donor Group. The grant will be administered by the Office of Early Childhood and will support a citywide...
The Council unanimously adopted a resolution declaring September as Baby Safety Month in the City of Boston. This resolution aligns with the national campaign that promotes infant safety and injury...
The Council adopted a resolution recognizing and celebrating September 23, 2025, as International Celebrate Bisexuality Day and Bi+ Visibility Day in the City of Boston. This annual observance, first...
On August 13, 2025, upon the direction of President Trump, United States Attorney General Pam Bondi sent a letter to the leaders of 18 sanctuary jurisdictions across the country, including Mayor Wu...
This week, the City Council passed a resolution recognizing September 15th to October 15th as Latino Heritage Month in the City of Boston, honoring the history, culture, and contributions of Latino...
In a move to address student well-being and academic performance, the Boston City Council passed a resolution supporting the development and implementation of a district-wide “bell-to-bell” policy for...
During this week’s Council meeting, the Council voted to accept and expend seven grants, totaling $602,919, geared toward workforce development and youth empowerment. Three of the grants are from the...
This week, the Council expressed full support for the food and beverage workers at Fenway Park, represented by UNITE HERE Local 26, who have been in contract negotiations with their employer, Aramark...
During this week’s Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution recognizing August as Black Business Month in the City of Boston. The resolution honors the essential contributions of Black...
The Council adopted a resolution this week urging a reexamination of the nomination and appointment process for members of the Boston School Committee. The resolution highlights concerns around...
The Council adopted a resolution recognizing September 2025 as National Recovery Month, honoring the achievements of individuals in recovery and promoting awareness of evidence-based substance abuse...
