City Roundup: Official Public Hearings, Health Advisories, and Meeting Notices for January 21, 2026

Official City Notice: Virtual Public Hearings and Municipal Deadlines

The City of Boston has issued several public notices and meeting agendas for Wednesday, January 21, 2026. These announcements cover regulatory hearings, public health priorities, and education oversight. Residents are encouraged to participate in these remote sessions to stay informed on local governance and available services.

Boston Cannabis Board Virtual Public Hearing

The Boston Cannabis Board (BCB) is holding a virtual public hearing today at 1:00 PM. Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, which extends modifications to the Open Meeting Law, this session will be conducted entirely online. The board will accept testimony on several agenda items, with individual comments limited to two minutes.

• Underground Legacy Social Club, LLC: The board will discuss a petition to amend the operating hours for the marijuana retailer located at 1379 Blue Hill Ave in Mattapan. The proposed hours are 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
• Castleleaf, LLC: The board will review matters related to the licensed premise at 100 Leo Birmingham Parkway.

Members of the public can join the session using Meeting ID 825 1706 4966 and Passcode 740359. Written testimony may also be submitted via email to the Cannabis Board for those unable to attend the live Zoom session.

Boston Public Health Commission Board Meeting

The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) will convene its Board of Health meeting today at 4:00 PM. This virtual meeting is a critical session for the city’s health infrastructure, featuring a major presentation on the Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) Budget Update. In addition to budgetary planning, the commission will review reports from the Executive Office and approve minutes from previous sessions.

Public Service Announcement: Health Insurance Open Enrollment

The City of Boston and Commissioner of Public Health Dr. Bisola Ojikutu have issued a final reminder regarding the Massachusetts Open Enrollment period. The deadline to secure or change health insurance coverage through the Massachusetts Health Connector is Friday, January 23, 2026. Residents are urged to use the Mayor’s Health Line for free assistance in navigating application processes for MassHealth and other subsidized plans. This service remains a priority as the city works to address federal funding shifts and ensure equitable health access for all families.

Education and Development Committee Notices

Additional municipal oversight meetings scheduled for today include:

• Boston School Committee: A public meeting is scheduled for 5:30 PM this evening to discuss ongoing legislative and administrative items for the district.
• Boston Collegiate Development Committee: This committee held a virtual session at 10:30 AM to conduct a mid-year check-in on FY26 goals and debrief recent community outreach events.

For all virtual meetings, the City of Boston provides interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services at no cost. Residents requiring these services are encouraged to contact the respective departments listed in the official public notices.