Mayor's directive
Provide Drink Spiking Prevention Resources to Nightlife Venues
Last activity July 10, 2026 (2 months ago)
Shelved, no action taken
The City Council filed a section 17F transmission describing Boston’s efforts to address drink spiking and drug-facilitated assault in nightlife venues. It highlights resources such as drink covers, safety and environmental training, and coordination with the Office of Nightlife Economy. The advisory invites licensees to request covers and training by set deadlines and provides contact for questions.
Affects licensees and patrons
Now with the City Council
About Public Safety , Health & Human Services and Government Operations & Elections
- Drink Spiking Advisory_1 2 pages
- Drink Spiking 2026 9 pages
- Board's Advisory Re_ Nightlife Safety 2 pages
- Board's Advisory Re_ Nightlife Safety (1) 3 pages
- 17F Response 0595 & 0874 2 pages
Compare with the government's own wording
Official title
Message transmitting certain information under Section 17F regarding the City of Boston's efforts to address drink spiking and drug-facilitated sexual assault in nightlife establishments, including safety training programs, prevention initiatives, communications with licensed venues, and the status of records maintained by the City regarding these efforts. (Docket #0595 passed by Council on 3/18/2026, and Docket #0874 passed by Council on 4/29/2026).
Timeline
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July 8, 2026
Placed on file.
City Council