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February updates for Cummins Highway construction highlight ongoing work, including parking restrictions and the installation of light pole bases and drainage structures. The project, managed by contractor McCourt, aims to enhance infrastructure from Woodhaven Street to Ridlon Road, with pedestrian detours in place during sidewalk closures.
Boston's Mayor Michelle Wu announces the 2025 Love Your Block spring cleanups, celebrating a decade of community-led beautification efforts throughout the city. Volunteers can register for cleanups on April 5 and April 12, fostering civic engagement and pride in local neighborhoods. The program has successfully mobilized thousands of residents to improve public spaces, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and the Office of Civic Organizing.
January 2025 has been declared National Human Trafficking Prevention Month by the Boston City Council, highlighting the ongoing fight against modern-day slavery. The resolution emphasizes the importance of public awareness and support for anti-trafficking organizations, as well as local initiatives like Boston's Collaborative Efforts Against Sexual Exploitation (CEASE).
Boston City Hall Plaza will host a free fan festival from February 15-17, 2025, celebrating the 4 Nations Face-Off, an international hockey tournament featuring NHL players from the U.S., Canada, Finland, and Sweden. The event will offer autograph sessions, interactive hockey activities, and food, making it a vibrant gathering for families and hockey fans. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasized the festival's role in fostering community and excitement around Boston's love for hockey.
Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston city officials are preparing for an anticipated snowfall of five to eight inches this evening, with resources available for vulnerable populations. The city has mobilized equipment and personnel to ensure public safety and accessibility during the storm, while reminding residents of their responsibilities for snow removal from sidewalks.
The Boston Landmarks Commission has received a complete Article 85 Demolition Delay application for the property at 19 Kenton Road in Jamaica Plain, which is pending landmark status. Article 85 allows the Commission to temporarily halt demolition for up to 90 days, inviting public comments on the application to gather community input.
Join the Boston Centers for Youth & Families and the City of Boston for an open house on February 13, 2025, to explore the design of a new community center in Dorchester's Grove Hall. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the design model, engage with the project team, and provide feedback on this important community initiative.
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Public Health Commission have unveiled the "Live Long and Well" report, aimed at closing Boston's life expectancy gap by race and neighborhood. With $10 million in funding from the Atrius Health Equity Foundation, the initiative seeks proposals from community partners to enhance health outcomes, particularly for Black residents facing significant disparities.
The proposed changes in the Amendment to the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan aim to prioritize veterans experiencing homelessness for affordable housing and reallocate funds to support the development of affordable rental housing. The public is invited to provide comments until February 22, 2025, via email or phone. More details can be found on the MOH Grants Management page.
Mayor Michelle Wu, alongside community partners, has announced the availability of free tax preparation services for Boston residents earning $70,000 or less. This initiative, provided by the Boston Tax Help Coalition, aims to maximize refunds and credits while eliminating costly tax preparation fees, ultimately benefiting thousands of low-to-moderate income households in the city.