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Meeting Name: City Council Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 8/5/2026 12:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: Council Chambers
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2026-1513 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order authorizing the City of Boston to accept and expend the amount of One Hundred Thirty Thousand Dollars ($130,000.00) in the form of a grant, the HBS Leadership Fellow Grant, awarded by Harvard Business School to be administered by the Mayor's Office. The grant would fund the HBS Leadership Fellow position which will provide 1 year of support to the Mayor's Office.   Not available Not available
2026-1516 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Katie Whewell, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.   Not available Not available
2026-1517 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Alan E. Langham, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.   Not available Not available
2026-1515 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Giovanny Valencia, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.   Not available Not available
2026-1519 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Shamaiah Turner, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.   Not available Not available
2026-1518 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Sherry Dong, as a Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.   Not available Not available
2026-1521 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of David Collins, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.   Not available Not available
2026-1522 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Carla Monteiro, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2028.   Not available Not available
2026-1520 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the reappointment of Jeanne Pinado, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2027.   Not available Not available
2026-1523 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Patrick Walsh, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on November 1, 2028.   Not available Not available
2026-1524 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of William Masterson, as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Board of Appeal for a term expiring on May 1, 2029.   Not available Not available
2026-1514 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order to declare surplus City-owned property currently under the management of the Mayor’s Office of Housing and transfer the care, custody, control and management thereof to the Public Facilities Commission. The Property comprises two (2) unnumbered parcels located at Melnea Cass Boulevard in the Roxbury District (Ward 09, Parcel #02225000, 02240000). The surplus vote will allow the City to later transfer the land to the Boston Planning and Development Agency (“BPDA”) pursuant to a 2002 Memorandum of Agreement between the City, BPDA, and MassDOT.   Not available Not available
2026-1526 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of a new Inspectional Services constable, Carl C. Horner, authorized to serve civil process upon the filing of his bond for the period commencing May 1, 2025 and ending April 30, 2028.   Not available Not available
2026-1525 1 Mayor OrderMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of renewal constables authorized to serve civil process upon the filing of their bonds for the period commencing May 1, 2026 and ending April 30, 2029.   Not available Not available
2026-1527 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the Mayor of the appointment of Ava Callender Concepcion as a Member of the City of Boston Licensing Board, for a term expiring June 7, 2032.   Not available Not available
2026-1528 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 July 8, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-1529 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 July 22, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-1530 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from the Auditing Department providing the Fiscal Year 2027 Payroll Allotment Schedules for all City Departments.   Not available Not available
2026-1531 1 Report of Public OfficerNotice was received from Robert Allison regarding his resignation as a Member of the Commemoration Commission, effective July 9, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-1532 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding the selling of stolen goods and food, including meat, in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1533 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Flynn regarding increases in phone theft, financial, and related scams.   Not available Not available
2026-1534 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Culpepper regarding the Medical Examiner's homicide determination in the death of Shacoby Kenny and the accompanying letter to the Acting Suffolk County Sheriff.   Not available Not available
2026-1535 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding a request for independent state oversight of Boston Public Schools transportation and Transdev.   Not available Not available
2026-1536 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Councilor Murphy regarding the requested briefing on Boston's Summer Public Safety Plan.   Not available Not available
2026-1537 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from the Law Department regarding an Open Meeting Law complaint filed in City Council on July 8, 2026, Docket #1327.   Not available Not available
2026-1538 1 Report of Public OfficerCommunication was received from Council President Liz Breadon to address an Open Meeting Law complaint and respond accordingly on behalf of the Boston City Council.   Not available Not available
2026-1539 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 New England Conservatory, 290 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA, as a Landmark (in effect after August 28, 2026 if not acted upon).   Not available Not available
2026-1223 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for your approval an Ordinance authorizing the City of Boston, acting through its Environment Department, to amend the Distributed Energy Resource Revenue Revolving Fund, 30396E. The current language for 30396E is limited in its use, and the changes proposed will allow for proper usage of 30396E while maintaining its original purpose. The amended language will allow the fund to properly capture revenues and expenditures, ensuring an enhanced and seamless financial process for current City energy activities. These amendments will properly capture demand response revenue and allow for the further development of the City's demand response program, increasing energy savings, and reduce the City's greenhouse gas emissions produced by emissions not addressed through the City's distributed energy resources.   Not available Not available
2026-1316 2 Matters Recently Heard-For Possible ActionMessage and order for the confirmation of the appointment of Felicia Jacques as a member of the Boston Planning and Development Agency Board, for a term expiring August 15, 2029.   Not available Not available
2026-1540 1 Council OrdinanceOrdinance to Address Street Takeovers in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1541 1 Council OrdinanceOrdinance Establishing Minimum Training Requirements For Unarmed Security Guards.   Not available Not available
2026-1542 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to review safety of the operation of heavy commercial vehicles and potential measures to protect pedestrians and cyclists in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1543 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing on traffic enforcement of blocked bike lanes and crosswalks.   Not available Not available
2026-1544 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to discuss the future of Boston’s nighttime economy.   Not available Not available
2026-1548 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of allowing retired police officers the opportunity to work paid details.   Not available Not available
2026-1546 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to examine services provided by the City of Boston to families of victims of violent crime and homicide.   Not available Not available
2026-1547 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to study a waiver from the residency requirement and allow for transfers from other municipalities to the Boston Police Department.   Not available Not available
2026-1550 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution calling for the Suffolk County Sheriff's Department to adopt critical-incident administrative leave standards in light of the Medical Examiner's homicide determination in the death of Shacoby Kenny.   Not available Not available
2026-1549 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of waiving the residency requirement to allow for transfers from other municipalities to the Boston Police Department.   Not available Not available
2026-1551 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution in support of S.2959, An Act Regarding Fair Housing Practices in the Commonwealth.   Not available Not available
2026-1557 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing August 6 as Jamaica Independence Day in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1552 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution calling for an immediate housing stabilization response system for Boston residents who involuntarily lose work authorization due to federal changes in immigration policy.   Not available Not available
2026-1553 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing the importance of Teen Dating Violence awareness.   Not available Not available
2026-1554 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution supporting state and federal oversight of Transdev safety records and calling for greater transparency and accountability in Boston Public Schools transportation.   Not available Not available
2026-1555 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing National Farmers Market Week.   Not available Not available
2026-1556 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing National Health Center Week and honoring Boston's community health centers.   Not available Not available
2026-1558 1 Council Legislative ResolutionResolution recognizing August 16, 2026 as Dominican Cultural Day.   Not available Not available
GS-8/5/26 1 Green SheetLegislative Calendar August 5, 2026.   Not available Not available
2026-1559 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing 2026 Sox for Socks.   Not available Not available
2026-1564 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Susan L. Curry.   Not available Not available
2026-1560 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing James "Jimmy" Taylor.   Not available Not available
2026-1561 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.   Not available Not available
2026-1562 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Natalia Torbina.   Not available Not available
2026-1563 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution declaring July 25, 2026 as "Mission Main Family Fun Day" in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1565 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of William John Yamarick.   Not available Not available
2026-1570 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Mary Ellen McCormack Community.   Not available Not available
2026-1566 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of Marek Eugeniusz Konka.   Not available Not available
2026-1567 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Cecilia Abraham.   Not available Not available
2026-1568 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Caribbean Carnival Contributors.   Not available Not available
2026-1569 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing John Jackson.   Not available Not available
2026-1571 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Gallivan Boulevard Residents and Community.   Not available Not available
2026-1572 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Gordon Thompson.   Not available Not available
2026-1573 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Moses Borders.   Not available Not available
2026-1574 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Kool DJ Red Alert.   Not available Not available
2026-1575 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Leland Clarke.   Not available Not available
2026-1576 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Richard H. Peters.   Not available Not available
2026-1577 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Gareth R. Saunders.   Not available Not available
2026-1578 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing the Johnson Hadley Williams Family.   Not available Not available
2026-1579 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of Mother Mary Louis Cain-Stampley.   Not available Not available
2026-1580 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution congratulating Nga (Jenny) Chan.   Not available Not available
2026-1581 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution in memory of William P. Marchione, Jr.   Not available Not available
2026-1582 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution congratulating ABHC Brighton Farmers Market on their 10-year anniversary.   Not available Not available
2026-1583 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Dan Cuddy.   Not available Not available
2026-1584 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution declaring August 18, 2026, as Shey Peddy Day in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1545 1 Council Hearing OrderOrder for a hearing to explore a pilot program allowing the Boston Police Department to deploy noise cameras.   Not available Not available
2026-1585 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing the second weekend of August as "Crew Love Weekend" in the City of Boston.   Not available Not available
2026-1586 1 Consent Agenda ResolutionResolution recognizing Larry Seamans.   Not available Not available