Items ready for action or still moving through the process.
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
2026-0809 · Council directive · Fenway-Kenmore and Jamaica Plain · Introduced April 13, 2026
Boston proposes a Text Amendment to remove off-street parking minimums for new residential development.
Being reviewed In committee, step 2 of 4 updated June 4, 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
2026-0271 · 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