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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 2/4/2026 12:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2026-0157 2 Committee ReportsOn the order, referred on January 28, 2026, Docket #0157, to adopt Rules for the Boston City Council for Municipal Years 2026-2027, the committee submitted a report recommending that this matter ought to pass in a new draft. Councilor Mejia offered an Amendment to Rule 36, seconded by Councilor Murphy. The amendment was properly before the body. A roll call vote was taken; the amendment did not pass; yeas 6 (Culpepper, FitzGerald, Flynn, Mejia, Murphy, Worrell), nays 7 (Breadon, Coletta Zapata, Durkan, Louijeune, PepĂ©n, Santana, Weber). Recess. Councilor Mejia offered Amendment A to Rule 36, seconded by Councilor Flynn. The amendment was properly before the body. A roll call vote was taken; the amendment passed; yeas 12 (Breadon, Coletta Zapata, Culpepper, FitzGerald, Flynn, Louijeune, Mejia, Murphy, PepĂ©n, Santana, Weber, Worrell), nays 1 (Durkan). Councilor Durkan moved to limit debate to one hour, seconded by Councilor Coletta Zapata. Motion failed; yeas 7 (Breadon, Coletta Zapata, Durkan, Louijeune, PepĂ©n, Santana, Weber), nays 6 (Culpepper, FitzGerald, Flynn, Mejia, Murphy,    Not available Video Video
2026-0124 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for your approval an order to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by Eighteen Million One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars ($18,118,488.00) to provide funding for the Fire Department for the FY26 increases contained within the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Boston and the Boston Firefighters IAFF Local 718. Filed in the Office of the City Clerk on January 26, 2026.   Not available Video Video
2026-0125 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for a supplemental appropriation order for the Boston Fire Department for FY26 in the amount of Eighteen Million One Hundred Eighteen Thousand Four Hundred Eighty-Eight Dollars ($18,118,488.00) to cover the FY26 cost items contained within the collective bargaining agreement between the City of Boston and IAFF Local 718. The terms of the contracts are July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 and July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028. The major provisions of the contracts include a base wage increase of 2.5% to be given in July of 2024, and a base wage increase of 2% in July of each subsequent fiscal year of the contract term. The agreement also includes salary adjustments in January of 2025, starting at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years of service.   Not available Video Video
2026-0126 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for your approval an order to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by One Million Three Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred One Dollars ($1,307,901.00) to provide funding for the Boston Public Schools for the FY26 increases contained within the collective bargaining agreements between the School Committee of the City of Boston and the Boston Association of School Administrators and Supervisors (BASAS). Filed in the Office of the City Clerk on January 26, 2026.   Not available Video Video
2026-0127 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for a supplemental appropriation order for the Boston Public Schools Department for FY26 in the amount of One Million Three Hundred Seven Thousand Nine Hundred One Dollars ($1,307,901.00) to cover the FY26 cost items contained within the collective bargaining agreements between the School Committee of the City of Boston and the Boston Association of School Administrators and Supervisors (BASAS). The terms of the contracts are September 1, 2024 through August 31, 2027. The major provisions of the contracts include base wage increases of 2% to be given in September of each fiscal year of the contract term. The contract also adds a new step in FY27 and a new degree to the education differential.   Not available Video Video
2026-0257 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) in the form of a grant, Planning / Neighborhood Development Funds, awarded by Boston Redevelopment Authority to be administered by the Office of Economic Opportunity & Inclusion. The grant would fund the launch and early implementation of the Commercial Acquisition Assistance Program (CAAP).   Not available Video Video
2026-0258 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Seventy-One Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Seven Dollars and Eighty-Two Cents ($71,977.82) in the form of a grant, the Department of Transitional WPP Grant, awarded by MassHire Department of Career Services to be administered by the Office of Workforce Development. The grant would fund employment and training assistance, career counseling and job search assistance for individuals in need who receive cash assistance, food assistance, and housing assistance, to help transition from temporary to self-sufficiency.   Not available Video Video
2026-0259 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of Twenty-Seven Thousand Six Hundred Seventy-Four Dollars and Ninety-Five Cents ($27,674.95) in the form of a grant, the Jobs for Veterans' State Grant, awarded by United States Department of Labor, passed through the MassHire Department of Career Services, to be administered by the Office of Workforce Development. The grant would fund enhanced employment services for eligible veterans, prioritizing disabled veterans, and those facing significant barriers to employment, with the goal of improving their job search outcomes and economic self-sufficiency.   Not available Video Video
2026-0260 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Samira Ahmadi as a Member of the Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) Review Board, for a term expiring May 23, 2026.   Not available Video Video
2026-0261 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Claire Teylouni, as a Member of the Participatory Budget External Oversight Board, for a term expiring November 15, 2027.   Not available Video Video
2026-0262 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from the Mayor transmitting information received from Boston Inspectional Services Department pertaining to the 2025 Annual Rental Registration & Inspection Report pursuant to CBC 9-12.3(m).   Not available Video Video
2026-0263 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Council President Liz Breadon to address the Open Meeting Law complaint and respond accordingly on behalf of the Boston City Council.   Not available Video Video
2026-0264 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication from Councilor Flynn regarding the ongoing investigation into BHA Ruth Barkley elevators.   Not available Video Video
2026-0265 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication from Councilor Flynn regarding snow removal.   Not available Video Video
2026-0266 1 Council OrdinanceOrdinance Prohibiting the Use of Boston City Property for Civil Immigration Enforcement Activities by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement.   Not available Video Video
2026-0267 1 Council OrdinanceOrdinance to Codify the Equity & Inclusion Cabinet in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0268 1 Council Home Rule PetitionPetition for a Special Law re: An Act Relative to Pension Benefits for Firefighter Leo J. Bracken.   Not available Video Video
2026-0269 1 Council Hearing OrderWITHDRAWN.   Not available Video Video
2026-0270 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to explore snow removal relief and options.   Not available Video Video
2026-0271 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the status of the elevators at the BHA Ruth Barkley apartments.   Not available Video Video
2026-0272 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the US Department of Housing and Urban Development's Report on Boston Housing Authority.   Not available Video Video
2026-0273 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the Lung Cancer Rates among Black Veterans.   Not available Video Video
2026-0274 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss services for women veterans.   Not available Video Video
2026-0275 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the status of the South Boston Branch Library Study.   Not available Video Video
2026-0276 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing on transparency and accountability in service provision and spending for English Learners.   Not available Video Video
2026-0277 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to audit Boston Public School's special education and return on investments.   Not available Video Video
2026-0278 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to audit mental health curriculum and services in Boston Public Schools.   Not available Video Video
2026-0279 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to audit the implementation and outcomes of restorative justice practices in Boston Public Schools.   Not available Video Video
2026-0280 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing addressing the relationship between school lunches and the achievement gap.   Not available Video Video
2026-0281 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss pest control and the discovery of leptospirosis in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0282 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss retail theft and the impacts on small businesses and residents in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0283 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding elder scamming and fraud prevention.   Not available Video Video
2026-0284 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding equitable access to services and programming through the Boston Public Library System.   Not available Video Video
2026-0285 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding navigating city services for residents with complex family and caregiving needs.   Not available Video Video
2026-0286 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing on housing development costs and barriers to building affordable housing units in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0287 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding senior programming and services across the city of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0288 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to evaluate the progress and impact of the City's Payment in Lieu of Tax (PILOT) Program.   Not available Video Video
2026-0289 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding youth summer jobs, access and readiness for the upcoming summer.   Not available Video Video
2026-0290 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to review and strengthen Boston’s Summer Safety and Youth Programming Plan.   Not available Video Video
2026-0291 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss creation of a snow corps in Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0292 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the City of Boston purchasing snow melters.   Not available Video Video
2026-0293 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing on the civil rights and liberties of returning citizens and re-entry into their Boston communities.   Not available Video Video
2026-0294 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing on the creation of a Boston School Building Authority.   Not available Video Video
2026-0295 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing regarding the state of anti-displacement as to Boston’s Acquisition Opportunity Program.   Not available Video Video
2026-0296 1 Council 17F OrderOrder requesting certain information under Section 17F re: Memoranda of Understanding between the Boston Police Department and external entities.   Not available Video Video
2026-0297 1 Council 17F OrderOrder requesting information under section 17F regarding cost of out-of-district vocational placements for Boston resident students.   Not available Video Video
2026-0298 1 Council 17F OrderOrder requesting certain information under section 17F regarding traveling Boston Public School employees and parking access needs.   Not available Video Video
2026-0299 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to confront the termination of federal protected status for Haitian immigrants and examine the City of Boston's response to protect affected residents.   Not available Video Video
2026-0300 1 Council Legislative ResolutionWITHDRAWN.   Not available Video Video
2026-0301 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing Black History Month in Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0302 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of the replacement of concurrent traffic signals in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0303 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution celebrating Lunar New Year.   Not available Video Video
2026-0304 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing National Human Trafficking Prevention Month.   Not available Video Video
2026-0305 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution declaring "New England Patriots Day" in the City of Boston.   Not available Video Video
2026-0306 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of establishing a District 7 White Stadium Task Force.   Not available Video Video
2026-0307 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of a Boston Housing Authority (BHA) Elevator Safety Commission.   Not available Video Video
2026-0308 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing National Girls and Women in Sports Day.   Not available Video Video
2026-0309 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of the 2026 Mayor's Youth Summit and commending the work of the Office of Youth Engagement and Advancement.   Not available Video Video
2026-0310 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing the achievements of Black Veterans.   Not available Video Video
2026-0311 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing National Wear Red Day and raising awareness about women's heart health.   Not available Video Video
2026-0312 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of proposed state legislation on tax relief.   Not available Video Video
2026-0319 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution denouncing the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haiti.   Not available Video Video
2026-0313 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Arthur M. Rose.   Not available Not available
2026-0314 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Patrick Walsh.   Not available Not available
2026-0315 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Eric Fernandez Maldonado.   Not available Not available
2026-0316 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Christian Elian Martinez Duran.   Not available Not available
2026-0317 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of Curtis.   Not available Not available
2026-0318 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Coach Mike Ward and 14 athletes for winning the 2025 M.I.A.A. Division 2 title as part of the Boston Co-op Cross Country team   Not available Not available