- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/11/25
- 02/11/2025
- 136 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council meeting focused on the proposal to extend the city’s urban renewal plans, a move that carries implications for affordable housing and community development. The council deliberated over a two-year extension of urban renewal policies, which, if not implemented, could jeopardize nearly 12,000 units of affordable housing and a substantial amount of protected open space. This extension is seen as a step to safeguard existing protections and facilitate future development aligned with the city’s needs for equity and climate resilience.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/6/25
- 02/06/2025
- 46 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council meeting held on February 26, 2025, primarily focused on a significant grant from the U.S. Department of Justice aimed at supporting domestic violence victims in Boston. The $145,687.72 grant, issued under the Violence Against Women Act, will be used to fund a civilian domestic violence advocate, with an emphasis on assisting Spanish-speaking victims in Jamaica Plain and citywide.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/5/25
- 02/05/2025
- 255 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Boston City Council meeting, discussions centered on the proposal to prohibit the use of Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) within city operations. This initiative, led by several council members, underscored the importance of public trust and the potential misuse of NDAs to conceal misconduct. Additional topics of significance included a push for funding the Community Syringe Redemption Program, concerns over police staffing levels, and debates about traffic safety measures.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/30/25
- 01/30/2025
- 558 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Boston City Council delved into discussions on housing amendments to address the city’s housing shortage, honored veterans for their contributions, and advanced safety measures for schoolchildren.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 1/28/25
- 01/30/2025
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council’s recent meeting focused on enhancing public safety protocols for large-scale events, revealing concerns over the absence of key city officials, the integration of cultural competency in law enforcement, and the adequacy of current emergency management facilities. The discussions emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts and community engagement, particularly in light of upcoming significant events and past incidents highlighting the need for robust safety measures.