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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 5/6/2026 12:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2026-0909 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for your approval an Order to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by One Million Nine Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Four Dollars ($1,951,894.00) to provide funding for the Boston Police Department for the FY26 increases contained within the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Boston and the Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society (BPDBS). Filed in the Office of the City Clerk on May 4, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0910 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for a supplemental appropriation Order for the Boston Police Department for FY26 in the amount of One Million Nine Hundred Fifty-One Thousand Eight Hundred Ninety-Four Dollars ($1,951,894.00) to cover the FY26 cost items contained within the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Boston and the Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society (BPDBS). The terms of the contract are July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The major provisions of the contract include a base wage increase of 2% in July of 2025. The contract also contains an update to hazardous duty pay and amended language around sick time buyback at retirement.   Not available Not available
2026-0911 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for your approval an Order to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by One Million Three Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand Ninety-Three Dollars ($1,366,093.00) to provide funding for the Boston Police Department for the FY26 increases contained within the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Boston and the Boston Police Detective Benevolent Society - Superior Officers Unit (BPDBS-SO). Filed in the Office of the City Clerk on May 4, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0912 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for a supplemental appropriation Order for the Boston Police Department for FY26 in the amount of One Million Three Hundred Sixty-Six Thousand, Ninety-Three Dollars ($1,366,093.00) to cover the FY26 cost items contained within the collective bargaining agreements between the City of Boston and the Boston Police Detectives Benevolent Society - Superior Officers Unit (BPDBS - SO). The terms of the contract are July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The major provisions of the contract include a base wage increase of 2% in July of 2025. The contract also contains an update to hazardous duty pay and amended language around paid details and summer vacation schedules.   Not available Not available
2026-0913 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Sixteen Million Eight Hundred Thirty-Four Thousand Seven Hundred Forty-Two Dollars ($16,834,742.00) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), awarded by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to be administered by the Mayor's Office of Housing. The grant would fund housing, economic development and social service programs. The award amount is estimated from prior years.   Not available Not available
2026-0914 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Four Million Eight Hundred Twenty-Five Thousand One Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars And Ninety Cents ($4,825,132.90) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 HOME Investment Partnerships Program Grant, awarded by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to be administered by the Mayor's Office of Housing. The grant would fund the production of new affordable rental and homeownership housing, and also provide operating support for community development corporations. The award amount is estimated from prior years.   Not available Not available
2026-0915 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Three Million Eight Hundred Fifty-Nine Thousand Forty-Nine Dollars ($3,859,049.00) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 Housing for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Grant, awarded by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to be administered by the Mayor's Office of Housing. The grant would fund services for income-eligible individuals and families affected by AIDS. The award amount is estimated from prior years.   Not available Not available
2026-0916 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Million Four Hundred Eighty-Nine Thousand Six Hundred Sixteen Dollars ($1,489,616.00) in the form of a grant, the Federal FY26 Emergency Solutions Grant, awarded by the United States Department of Housing & Urban Development to be administered by the Mayor's Office of Housing. The grant would fund street outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing assistance and shelter services. The award amount is estimated from prior years.   Not available Not available
2026-0917 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend a grant in an amount not to exceed One Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Fifty Dollars ($157,650.00) from the United States Department of the Interior, National Parks Service Semiquincentennial Grant. This grant is awarded to the City of Boston through the Parks and Recreation Department for gravestone conservation in Dorchester North Burying Ground located in the neighborhood of Dorchester.   Not available Not available
2026-0918 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend a grant in an amount not to exceed One Hundred Four Thousand Dollars ($104,000.00) from the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency, Cultural Facilities Fund Grant program. This grant is awarded to the City of Boston through the Parks and Recreation Department for gravestone conservation in Dorchester North Burying Ground located in the neighborhood of Dorchester.   Not available Not available
2026-0919 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston Procurement Department to enter into a contract for a period of up to 5 years for the purchase of Biodiesel, ULSD, Octane, and #2 Heating Oil. The contract term would begin in 2026. The City Council’s permission to enter into a contract of this type for a period of more than three years is required by section twelve of chapter 30B of the General Laws. A term longer than three years will enable the City to ensure that it gets the best price on purchases of Biodiesel, ULSD, Octane, and #2 Heating Oil by allowing the City to lock in lower costs for a longer period.   Not available Not available
2026-0920 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston Procurement Department to enter into a contract for a period of up to 5 years for the purchase of Harbor/Boat Fuel. The contract term would begin in 2026. The City Council’s permission to enter into a contract of this type for a period of more than three years is required by section twelve of chapter 30B of the General Laws. A term longer than three years will enable the City to ensure that it gets the best price on purchases of Harbor/Boat Fuel by allowing the City to lock in lower costs for a longer period.   Not available Not available
2026-0921 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Gregory Hobson as a member of the Residency Compliance Commission, for a term expiring on January 7, 2030.   Not available Not available
2026-0922 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of March 25, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0923 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of April 1, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0924 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of April 8, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0925 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the City Clerk in accordance with Chapter 6 of the Ordinances of 1979 regarding action taken by the Mayor on papers acted upon by the City Council at its meeting of April 15, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0926 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Scott Finn, City Auditor, regarding a list of the Fiscal 2026 reallocations made by the Mayor prior to April 15, 2026, for the purpose of continuing operations.   Not available Not available
2026-0927 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding late files and council process.   Not available Not available
2026-0928 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received by the City Clerk from the Boston Landmarks Commission for City Council action on the designation of the Petition #295.25 - Memorial Hall (in effect after June 3, 2026 if not acted upon).   Not available Not available
2026-0929 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a meeting to review the Boston City Council rules.   Not available Not available
2026-0930 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss immediately reinstating the $724,000 cut from the Department of Veterans Services from the recommended FY27 Operating Budget.   Not available Not available
2026-0932 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss discounts for seniors and persons with disabilities by the Boston Water and Sewer Commission.   Not available Not available
2026-0933 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to examine notice, community engagement, and equity in the siting of transitional housing in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-0934 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to examine the impact of proposed federal HUD immigration-related eligibility requirements on subsidized housing in Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-0935 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss Boston's implementation of Massachusetts' marijuana regulations.   Not available Not available
2026-0936 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to examine Boston Public Schools' potential participation in nationwide social media litigation.   Not available Not available
2026-0937 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution calling on Boston Public Schools to join the nationwide social media litigation seeking accountability for youth mental health impacts.   Not available Not available
2026-0938 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing May as Asthma Awareness Month in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-0931 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution urging support for a budget amendment to fully fund the Office of Veterans' Services.   Not available Not available
2026-0939 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of recognizing May 11th as George Greenidge Day in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-0940 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of the establishment of a committee to maintain and attract young adults to Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-0941 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing May as National Preservation Month in the Landmarks Commission's 50th year.   Not available Not available
2026-0942 1 Personnel OrdersCouncilor Breadon for Councilor Santana offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Melvin Brown in City Council, effective May 9, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0943 1 Personnel OrdersCouncilor Breadon for Councilor PepĂ©n offered the following: Order for the appointment of temporary employee Matthew Arnold in City Council, effective May 23, 2026.   Not available Not available
GS-5/6/26 1 Green SheetLegislative Calendar for May 6, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-0944 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing MissionSAFE.   Not available Not available
2026-0945 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Kayla Clouden-McGill.   Not available Not available
2026-0946 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing two winners of the Perseverance Into Excellence Award.   Not available Not available
2026-0947 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing The Possible Zone.   Not available Not available
2026-0948 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing forty-eight Boston firefighters as retired members of Local 718.   Not available Not available
2026-0949 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing eighteen young people from the Veronica Robles Cultural Center.   Not available Not available
2026-0950 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of New England and the 30th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade.   Not available Not available
2026-0951 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Efthymia "Effie" Anastasiadis and the 11th Anniversary of Effie's Kitchen.   Not available Not available
2026-0952 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Darlene Williams.   Not available Not available
2026-0953 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of Russell Garrett.   Not available Not available
2026-0954 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Deputy Superintendent Pam Harris.   Not available Not available
2026-0955 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of James H. Coveney Jr.   Not available Not available
2026-0956 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Scout Troop 1 of West Roxbury.   Not available Not available
2026-0957 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing The Friends of the Public Garden's Green & White Gala and Co-Chairs.   Not available Not available
2026-0958 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing 75 Chestnut.   Not available Not available
2026-0959 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Judy Jose Roddy.   Not available Not available
2026-0960 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Allstonia and nine other winners of the 2026 Allston Village Awards.   Not available Not available
2026-0961 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Commissioner Rodney Marshall.   Not available Not available
2026-0962 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Commissioner Paul F. Burke.   Not available Not available
2026-0963 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Spelman College.   Not available Not available
2026-0964 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing the Greenidge Family.   Not available Not available
2026-0965 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing the Louis D. Brown Peace Institute.   Not available Not available