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Holtzer Park project in Jackson Square under construction

The new development will create 62 new units of affordable transit-oriented rental housing.

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City of Boston, A Better City release survey results on COVID-19 impact on commuting

The City of Boston, in collaboration with A Better City , has released the results of a survey conducted to better understand how COVID-19 has impacted commuting choices before, during, and in the...

Demolition Delay application: 1 Cumberland Street, Back Bay

The application is to demolish the residential building at 1 Cumberland Street in Back Bay.

Demolition Delay application: 220 Huntington Avenue, Back Bay

The application is to demolish the hotel at 220 Huntington Avenue in Back Bay.

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$250,000 in grants awarded to Boston artists working toward racial justice

A cohort of 16 BIPOC artists and collectives make up the pilot year of the three-year regranting program Radical Imagination for Racial Justice.

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Mayor Walsh announces City of Boston achieves AAA bond ratings for the seventh consecutive year

New Green and Social Bonds will fund affordable housing, climate resiliency projects

2020 Public Space Invitational

At the height of the pandemic, we partnered with The Trustees, TD Bank, and six artists to bring art and fresh vegetables to over one hundred families throughout Boston.

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A message from Commissioner McCosh: Honoring our advocates

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community.

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Free financial navigator to help residents tackle COVID-19 financial challenges

Building on his administration's ongoing work to support residents financially impacted by COVID-19, Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the launch of a Financial Navigator Program within the Office...

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More than 100 homeless youth and young adults housed since 2019

Mayor Walsh also announced new supports aimed at ending youth homelessness in Boston.

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Aisha Miller appointed chief of Civic Engagement

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today announced the appointment of Aisha Miller as the Chief of Civic Engagement for the City of Boston, effective Monday, December 7, 2020.

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Coping with holiday stress in 2020

This month, we share self-care tips and links to help those who may be struggling during the 2020 holidays.

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$1.75 million in Boston Resiliency Fund grants distributed to 17 organizations

The community organizations will receive grants to help residents in the City of Boston impacted most by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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City of Boston to offer two hours of free parking at meters on Saturday this holiday season

Discounted Bluebike memberships, free passes for essential workers also available

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Help us make a better Parks and Recreation website

Share your thoughts on our website and help us provide you the best service possible!

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New funding through Childcare Entrepreneur fund announced

The Childcare Entrepreneur Fund has previously supported 65 childcare businesses, with a total of $227,500 in funding.

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A message from Commissioner McCosh: Celebrating the holidays

A weekly message from Commissioner McCosh in support of the local disability community.

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Supporting Boston's arts community this holiday season

Boston’s artists and creative businesses have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic this year, and they need our support now more than ever.

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Be Connected: Let's make a cookbook together!

We invite all of our employees to help us create a City of Boston Holiday Cookbook by submitting one or more of your favorite recipes.

Mayor Walsh appoints Nick Martin as Chief Communications Officer

Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced today that he is appointing Nick Martin to be the administration's new Chief Communications Officer, effective Monday, December 14.

Reimagine Boston Main Streets program launched

Join Mayor Walsh and the Office of Economic Development for a virtual kick-off community event on Monday, November 23.

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Electric vehicle charging ports in a historic district?

It’s often perceived that historic districts in the city are designed to keep buildings frozen in time.

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Adapting Boston City Hall to new climate conditions

Resilience to climate change risks is fundamental to the City of Boston’s preservation goals.

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Buildings we love: The New Boston Riding Club

The New Riding Club of Boston was built on a site previously occupied by a brick industrial building.

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Featured feature: Street clocks

The era of the public clock began in cities before the Civil War.

Part of either a brooch or pendant (BCL.0772.0002) found during the 1986-87 excavation of the Boston Common and is a great example of a classical revival motif popular during the 19th century. Part of either a brooch or pendant (BCL.0772.0002),

Notes from the trenches

The City's Archeology Department pushes ahead despite the pandemic.

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Landmarks Commission welcomes new staff architect Yolanda Romero

Please join us in welcoming Yolanda Romero as the new Staff Architect for the Boston Landmarks Commission!

Winter weather preparations underway in Boston

Mayor Martin J. Walsh today joined City officials at the Public Works yard on Frontage Road to discuss winter preparations currently underway in the City of Boston, and resources available to...

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Boston Common tree arrives; Mayor will virtually light tree on December 3

The annual celebration will happen virtually on WCVB Channel 5.

"We Are Boston 2020: From Resilience To Equity"

Mayor Walsh, Immigrant Advancement host 'We Are Boston 2020: From Resilience To Equity'

This year’s virtual program focused on honoring frontline workers and immigrant-serving nonprofits for their tireless work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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