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Boston will enforce parking restrictions and street closures for several events in May 2025, including the Innovators Playground and the Haitian-American Unity Parade. Attendees are advised to use alternative transportation methods such as walking, biking, or public transit. The MBTA recommends round-trip tickets for quicker returns.
Boston's City Council passed resolutions supporting World Asthma Day and Adult Day Health programs, addressing health equity issues. The asthma resolution highlights Boston's high rates of respiratory disease, particularly in vulnerable neighborhoods, while the ADH resolution opposes proposed funding cuts threatening critical care services.
Boston's City Council declared May as Small Business Month, celebrating over 44,000 small businesses that contribute to the city's economy and cultural identity. The Council's resolution, led by Councilor Worrell, addresses challenges faced by Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises and emphasizes ongoing support for equitable access to city resources.
The Boston City Council designated May 7, 2025, as Latino Baseball League Wellness Day, recognizing the leagues’ role in promoting community health and unity. Local leagues like Liga Las Caribeñas and Liga Los Compa foster physical activity and social connections among residents. The resolution also honors Yupesi Báez, a key figure in Boston's Latino baseball community.
The Boston City Council designated June 2025 as Pride Month, honoring the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community while calling for greater equity and inclusion. The resolution emphasizes ongoing struggles and encourages all sectors to support policies that protect LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Boston will host a Youth Jobs and Resource Fair on May 10, designed for young people aged 14 to 24 to connect with employers and access career resources. The event, featuring over 150 partners, aims to support youth employment, with more than 2,200 attendees already registered. Mayor Michelle Wu emphasizes the importance of providing opportunities for professional development and community engagement.
The Council endorsed House Bill H.1347, aimed at enhancing care for individuals with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). This legislation, introduced by Representative Bud L. Williams, seeks to improve education, establish partnerships, and secure funding for SCD programs. The bill addresses significant health disparities, as over 90% of those affected in the U.S. are Black or Latino.
The Council approved a $1,987,500 Hazard Mitigation Grant to enhance flood resilience in East Boston, unlocking an additional $15 million for construction. It also accepted a $58,000 FEMA grant for fire prevention initiatives and a $4,149,200 grant to support the YouthWorks Program, providing employment opportunities for over 1,000 at-risk youth.
The Boston City Council recognized National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week during an event on May 8, 2025. This acknowledgment highlights the vital role of telecommunicators in maintaining public safety and emergency response.
Mayor Michelle Wu officially designated Boston City Hall as a Boston Landmark and proclaimed May as Historic Preservation Month. The event highlighted the building's architectural significance and its role in Boston's civic identity, featuring performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra.