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- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/13/25
- 02/13/2025
- 128 Minutes
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- Routine
Overview: The Boston Public Improvement Commission meeting focused on approving several infrastructure projects, notably involving the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and Verizon, while addressing safety and maintenance concerns, particularly at critical intersections and in densely populated areas.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/13/25
- 02/14/2025
- 195 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent meeting of the Boston Planning and Development Board, attention was given to affordable housing developments and climate resilience initiatives. projects were reviewed with a focus on addressing the city’s housing crisis and implementing sustainable practices.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/13/25
- 02/13/2025
- 96 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting of the Boston City Council, discussions centered on bolstering public safety measures for large-scale events in the city, such as the Boston Marathon, parades, and festivals, against the backdrop of potential federal funding cuts. The council underscored the importance of maintaining robust security protocols, utilizing advanced technology, and ensuring inter-agency coordination to protect residents and visitors.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/12/25
- 02/13/2025
- 106 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston Disability Commission Advisory Board meeting involved discussions on the impact of federal executive orders on disability rights, updates to city development processes, and initiatives for community engagement. Concerns about federal changes overshadowed other topics, as board members deliberated on how local efforts might be affected by shifting national policies.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 2/12/25
- 02/13/2025
- 426 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Boston City Council meeting was primarily focused on debates surrounding property tax relief measures, highlighting the tensions between fiscal realities and community needs. Councilor Flynn proposed an amendment aimed at providing property tax relief for long-term residents, particularly those over 55 who have owned homes in Boston for at least 20 years. The proposed exemption would alleviate the taxation of the first $1,000 of property value, targeting households grappling with rising living costs, including post-pandemic inflation and educational expenses.
