Boston public meetings in 2022
27 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Council will consider several grants for pedestrian and bike lane projects, police technology, and composting initiatives. The agenda also includes committee reports on reparations and requests for hearings regarding immigrant voting rights.
- $4,785,000 grant for Canal Street and Thoreau Path pedestrian and bike lane projects
- $567,000 grant for eCitation technology in police cruisers
- Ordinance establishing the Office of Participatory Budgeting
- $90,000 grant for a composting and food waste reduction pilot project
- Committee report recommending a new draft for a reparations commission ordinance
City Council
The council will consider orders to reallocate over $31 million from collective bargaining reserves to fund Boston Public Schools. The agenda also includes several ordinances regarding the amendment of City Council electoral districts. Additionally, members proposed hearings on zoning code amendments and trash containerization.
- Order to reduce FY23 Reserves for Collective Bargaining by $31,072,029.00 to fund Boston Public Schools
- Supplemental appropriation of $37,674,337.00 for Boston Public Schools per the BTU contract
- Ordinances amending City Council electoral districts
- $106,000 grant from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission for BPD investigations and traffic safety
- Order for a hearing on trash containerization in Boston
City Council
The City Council will consider orders to reallocate $31,072,029.00 from reserves to fund Boston Public Schools. The agenda also includes reviewing the Mayor's disapproval of an ordinance regarding salaries for the Mayor and City Councilors. Additionally, several grants for police services, arts, and electric vehicle charging stations are presented for approval.
- Order to reduce FY23 Collective Bargaining Reserves by $31,072,029.00 for Boston Public Schools
- Supplemental appropriation of $37,674,337.00 for BPS/BTU contract costs
- Mayor's disapproval of an ordinance amending salaries for the Mayor and City Councilors
- $167,104.00 grant for electric vehicle charging stations in Allston, Dorchester, Hyde Park, and Roslindale
- $4,601,589.00 grant for the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture
City Council
The City Council will consider several federal grants for senior services, including nutrition and caregiver support programs. The Council will also review a recommended $686,800.00 appropriation for the Cemetery Division. Additionally, several orders for public hearings regarding school safety, pool conditions, and migrant services are proposed.
- $1,969,066.00 grant for nutrition services for older adults
- $686,800.00 appropriation for the Cemetery Division
- $40,875.00 grant for Boston Police Department Harbor Patrol Unit vessels and equipment
- Hearing order regarding facility conditions and lifeguard shortages at BCYF pools
- Hearing order regarding redistricting principles
City Council
The City Council will consider a home rule petition to establish fossil fuel-free standards for new construction and major renovations. The agenda also includes accepting federal grants totaling over $49 million for homelessness services, youth violence reduction, and nuclear material detection. Additionally, several requests for public hearings regarding local parks and pool closures are listed.
- Home rule petition for fossil fuel-free standards in new construction
- $45,000,000 federal grant for homelessness services
- $3,450,000 grant for the Youth Initiative to reduce violence
- $950,000 grant for detecting radioactive materials
- Hearing request regarding cleanliness and safety at Clifford Park
City Council
The City Council will consider several orders from the Mayor, including salary amendments for city officials and surveillance policy reviews. The agenda also includes accepting various grants for transportation improvements, elder nutrition, and public safety. Additionally, the council will review supplemental appropriations for school bus driver contracts.
- $16,527,831 HUD grant for the Continuum of Care program to support the unsheltered homeless
- $6,785,000 BPDA grant for Canal Street, Thoreau Path, and Northern Avenue Bridge projects
- $1,510,820 supplemental appropriation for Transdev bus driver contracts in Boston Public Schools
- $4,000,000 grant for Enhanced 911 services via the Police Department
- Amendments to City Code regarding salaries for the Mayor and City Councilors
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several federal grants for COVID-19 recovery and local programs. A motion was passed to move $5,000,000 from the Mayor's Office of Housing to the Dorchester Fieldhouse within a larger $349,500,000 grant. The agenda also includes requests for public hearings on topics such as police response to white supremacy and LGBTQ+ youth homelessness.
- $5,000,000 reallocated from Mayor's Office of Housing to Dorchester Fieldhouse
- $349,500,000 federal grant for COVID-19 response and recovery
- $17,700,000 federal grant for COVID-19 response and recovery
- $145,115.00 appropriation for Boston Police School Traffic Supervisors contract
- $75,000 grant for the FY23 Local Consumer Program
City Council
The City Council will consider several grants and committee reports. These include funding for affordable housing, senior nutrition services, and youth violence prevention programs. The meeting also includes notices regarding local appointments and development projects.
- $40,000,000 for the Inclusionary Development Policy Fund to produce and preserve affordable housing
- $300,000 grant from the Boston Red Sox Arts Fund for arts and culture programs
- $177,886.31 grant for the FY22 State Elder Lunch Program
- $50,000 grant for the FY22 Safe and Successful Youth Initiative
- Ordinance establishing the Boston Fair Chance Act (recommended to pass in new draft)
City Council
The City Council will review an amended FY2023 Annual Appropriation and Tax Order following the Mayor's disapproval of a previous version. Committee reports recommend accepting grants for diesel emissions reduction and energy efficiency outreach, as well as acquiring land in Hyde Park. The agenda also includes motions for hearings on taxi medallion buy-backs and minority business access.
- $350,000 grant to purchase fuel-efficient school buses via the DER Grant
- $180,000 grant for energy efficiency outreach in environmental justice communities
- Eminent domain acquisition of two parcels at 0-4 Lakeside Avenue for Sprague Pond parkland
- Hearing order for using ARPA funds to buy-back Hackney Carriage Medallions
- Petition for municipal voting rights for residents aged 16 and 17
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a request to accept over $21.5 million in federal HOME-ARP funds to provide housing for vulnerable populations and those experiencing homelessness. The agenda also includes several proposals to set spending limits for various city revolving funds for Fiscal Year 2023, including funds for schools, police training, and public art.
- $21,597,797.00 HOME-ARP grant for housing vulnerable populations
- Home Rule Petition for affordable housing in South Boston
- $500,000 appropriation from the Boston Equity Fund for cannabis business grants
- Designation of Highland Park Architectural Conservation District in Roxbury
- $34,309.00 grant for forensic science training and education
City Council
The City Council will consider an order to acquire two parcels at 0-4 Lakeside Avenue in Hyde Park via eminent domain. This project would use Community Preservation Fund monies to create permanently protected parkland. The agenda also includes mayoral appointments and orders for the FY23 Operating Budget.
- Eminent domain acquisition of two parcels at 0-4 Lakeside Avenue, Hyde Park
- Use of Community Preservation Fund monies for Sprague Pond Shoreline Reserve
- Confirmation of appointments to the Boston Public Health Commission's Board of Health
- Orders for the FY23 Operating Budget
City Council
The City Council will review orders from the Mayor to reallocate funds from the Collective Bargaining Reserve to cover wage increases for several departments. The agenda also includes a $900,000 limit for the City Hall Child Care revolving fund.
- $123,291.00 appropriation for Boston Public Health Commission contract increases
- $94,113.00 appropriation for Inspectional Services Department contract increases
- $5,473.00 appropriation for Boston Police Department contract increases
- $900,000.00 limit for the City Hall Child Care revolving fund
- Hearing order regarding ARPA funding for South Boston Community Health Center expansion
City Council
The City Council will review orders for the FY23 operating and capital budgets. The agenda also includes an ordinance for periodic inspections of building exterior walls and a $492,286 grant for an e-cargo bike pilot.
- Ordinance for periodic inspection of building exterior walls
- $492,286.00 grant for an e-cargo bike delivery pilot program
- Orders for the FY23 Operating Budget and capital fund transfers
- Hearing on Workforce Development Housing for City employees
- Hearing on transparency regarding spending on ELL students
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting a $349,500,000 federal grant to fund COVID-19 response and recovery efforts. The agenda also includes orders for the FY23 operating budget and proposed hearings regarding housing code enforcement and park renovations.
- Acceptance of a $349,500,000 federal grant for COVID-19 recovery and Green New Deal initiatives
- Acceptance of a $40,000,000 federal grant for revenue replacement
- Orders for the FY23 Operating Budget and capital fund transfer appropriations
- Proposed hearing on the impact of housing code enforcement
- Proposed hearing on diversifying cannabis business models
City Council
The City Council is reviewing orders to accept $40 million for the Inclusionary Development Policy Fund and various federal HUD grants. The agenda also includes a $2,954,828 appropriation for union contract wage increases and school repair program requests.
- Acceptance of $40,000,000 for the Inclusionary Development Policy Fund
- Federal HUD grants including $18,000,000 for Community Development Block Grants
- $2,954,828 supplemental appropriation for AFSCME contract wage increases
- $266,500 grant for the FY22 Local Cultural Council Program
- MSBA repair program requests for Haley Pilot, Curley K-8, and Burke High schools
City Council
The Boston City Council is considering several mayoral orders regarding the FY2023 budget. These items include large-scale appropriations for citywide infrastructure, school system improvements, and various departmental revolving funds.
- $550,370,000 appropriation for city land, assets, and infrastructure repairs
- $138,535,000 appropriation for Boston Public Schools land and asset acquisition
- $40,000,000 appropriation to the OPEB Liability Trust Fund
- $36,000,000 for equipment leases including vehicles and computers
- $1,600,000 to address transportation network services impact on roads and bridges
City Council
The Council is reviewing an appropriation of $27,205,854.00 from the Community Preservation Fund for local projects. The agenda also includes orders for school repair programs and hearings on topics such as pest control and mental health curriculum in schools.
- $27,205,854.00 appropriation from FY2022 community preservation fund revenues
- MSBA Statements of Interest for Blackstone School and the Accelerated Repair Program
- Order for a hearing on municipal bonds for affordable housing
- Ordinance creating a Municipal Identification Card
- Petition for a Special Law regarding environmental justice
City Council
The City Council is considering a $350,000 grant to fund fuel-efficient school buses for the Boston Public School fleet. The agenda also includes reports on extending nine urban renewal plans and an ordinance regarding residential picketing. Additionally, several orders for public hearings on waste services and student athletics are presented.
- $350,000 grant for fuel-efficient school buses via the DER Grant
- Short term extension of nine urban renewal plans in Boston
- Ordinance regarding targeted residential picketing
- Order for a hearing on recycling, compost, and waste services
- Order for a hearing regarding a city-level Conservation Corps for Boston
City Council
The Council will consider a supplemental appropriation of $2,954,828.00 to cover FY22 costs in the AFSCME collective bargaining agreement. The agenda also includes accepting a $1,056,840.00 grant for services for older adults. Several hearings are proposed regarding surveillance equipment and urban renewal plans.
- $2,954,828.00 supplemental appropriation for AFSCME contract FY22 costs
- $1,056,840.00 State FY22 Council On Aging formula grant acceptance
- Hearing regarding government transparency and surveillance equipment
- Extension of nine urban renewal plans in Boston
- Hearing regarding a Cradle to Career Tracking System
City Council
The City Council will consider several grant acceptances, including funds for firefighter training and an e-cargo bike delivery pilot. The agenda also includes requests for hearings on cannabis regulation and city contract equity. Additionally, the council will review appointments for temporary staff.
- $555,166.40 FEMA grant for Fire Department safety training and equipment
- $492,286.00 grant for an e-cargo bike delivery pilot program
- $38,829.16 grant for firefighter safety and exercise equipment
- $14,732.00 donation of bicycle helmets for the Boston Police Department
- Proposed ordinance regarding targeted residential picketing
City Council
The City Council will review several grant acceptances for school repairs and public safety. The agenda includes a $2,016,409.00 reallocation to fund collective bargaining wage increases. The council will also review the third draft of the Boston Fair Chance Act ordinance.
- $2,016,409.00 appropriation for SENA collective bargaining wage increases
- Statement of Interest for repairs at six Boston schools
- Third draft of the Boston Fair Chance Act ordinance
- $237,500 grant for Fire Department HazMat equipment and maintenance
- Hearing request for a Rent-to-Own Pilot Program
City Council
The City Council will consider a $27,205,854.00 appropriation from the Community Preservation Fund. The agenda also includes several federal grant acceptances for police and fire department operations. Additionally, the council will review an ordinance regarding targeted residential picketing.
- $27,205,854.00 appropriation from Community Preservation Fund revenues
- $24,154,518.85 SAFER grant for Fire Department training and salaries
- $2,500,000.00 DOJ grant for the National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative
- Ordinance regarding targeted residential picketing
- Home Rule petition for real estate transfer fees and senior property tax relief
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a request to reallocate $2,016,409.00 to fund wage increases in collective bargaining agreements. The agenda also includes the acceptance of grants for community safety, ADA improvements, and a Green New Deal search. Additionally, the council will consider committee reports regarding an ordinance for a Commission on Black Men and Boys.
- $2,016,409.00 appropriation for SENA collective bargaining wage increases
- $1,642,723.10 grant for the Senator Charles E. Shannon Jr. Community Safety Initiative
- $250,000.00 grant for the FY22 Municipal ADA Improvement Grant Program
- Ordinance to create a Commission on Black Men and Boys
- $65,000.00 Barr Foundation grant for Green New Deal Senior Advisor search
City Council
The Council will consider an order authorizing the issuance of refunding bonds for up to $200,000,000.00 to potentially reduce debt service costs. The agenda also includes orders for hearings regarding Boston Public Schools enrollment and property tax abatements in the Newmarket area. Additionally, the council will review applications for the Commission on Black Men and Boys.
- Authorization of refunding bonds up to $200,000,000.00
- Third draft of the Boston Fair Chance Act ordinance
- Hearing order regarding declining enrollment at Boston Public Schools
- Hearing order for property tax abatements in the Newmarket area
- Order to accept and expend ARPA grant funds
City Council
The council is reviewing a $5,000,000 grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury for the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding reparations and commissions for black men and boys.
- $5,000,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of the Treasury
- Ordinance creating a commission to study reparations for African Americans
- $250,000 ADA Improvement Grant for vertical lift installation
- Hearing order regarding sidewalk snow removal during storms
- Text amendment to the zoning code for formula retail uses
City Council
The City Council is reviewing mayoral orders to accept several federal and state grants. These funds are designated for fire department staffing, police initiatives, and food insecurity programs. The agenda also includes notices of mayoral appointments.
- Order authorizing bond refunding up to $200,000,000.00
- $24,154,518.85 SAFER grant for Boston Fire Department training and salaries
- $5,000,000.00 U.S. Treasury grant for pandemic recovery
- $2,500,000.00 DOJ grant for the National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative
- $200,000.00 'No Kid Hungry' grant for food insecurity solutions
City Council
The City Council will receive notices regarding numerous mayoral appointments to various city departments and offices. The meeting also includes communications about amendments to two BPDA development projects. Additionally, several orders for temporary City Council employees will be presented.
- Mayoral appointments for various department commissioners and chiefs
- Second Amendment to 252-264 Huntington Ave Chapter 121A Project
- Eighth Amendment to Mission Main Chapter 121A Project
- 2021 civil immigration detainer results from the Police Commissioner
- Appointments of temporary employees to the City Council