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2026-0307 · Formal position, not binding · South End · Introduced February 2, 2026
The City Council supports establishing a Boston Housing Authority Elevator Safety Commission to address safety concerns about aging, frequently breaking elevators at BHA developments, particularly Ruth Barkley in the South End.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated June 5, 2026
2026-0999 · Request for a public hearing · Roxbury and Mission Hill · Introduced May 8, 2026
The City Council order requests a hearing to examine firearm trafficking and gun violence hotspots, focusing on Boston Police Districts B-2 and B-3.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated May 14, 2026
2026-0177 · Request for a public hearing · South End and Roxbury · Introduced January 23, 2026
This matter would hold a City Council hearing on public safety and quality-of-life concerns at Mass & Cass and surrounding neighborhoods.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated March 2, 2026
2026-0192 · Request for a public hearing · Dorchester and Roxbury · Introduced January 15, 2026
This matter requests a City Council hearing to audit government transparency, accessibility, and oversight of surveillance equipment used by City agencies, including the Boston Police Department.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated February 8, 2026
2026-0271 · Request for a public hearing · South End · Introduced January 30, 2026
The Council referred a hearing order to discuss the status of elevators at the Boston Housing Authority Ruth Barkley Apartments.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated February 6, 2026