Public Notice: Boston FY27 Budget Hearings and BPDA Annual Board Meetings

Budget and Legislative Hearings

The Boston City Council has scheduled critical hearings for Thursday, February 12, 2026, focusing on the city’s financial future and public services. Residents are encouraged to participate in these sessions to stay informed on local governance and resource allocation.

• Committee on Ways and Means: A hearing will be held at 10:00 a.m. in the Piemonte Room on the 5th Floor of Boston City Hall. The session, designated as Docket #0201, will specifically discuss the City of Boston's FY27 operating budget. Sponsored by Councilors Benjamin J. Weber and John FitzGerald, this meeting provides an opportunity for the public to hear testimony regarding the proposed fiscal strategies for the upcoming year.
• Committee on City Services: The council will also convene a hearing regarding Docket #0112 later in the day. This committee oversees matters related to the efficiency and accessibility of city-managed services across all neighborhoods.
• Virtual Voting Agenda: An official virtual voting session is slated for today to address pending legislative matters. Information regarding the specific docket items and the livestream can be accessed through the official City Clerk records.

Planning and Economic Development

The Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) and the Economic Development and Industrial Corporation of Boston (EDIC) will hold their respective Annual Meetings today. These sessions are vital for overseeing the city's growth, affordable housing, and institutional master plans.

• Annual Board Meetings: Both the BPDA and EDIC Board of Directors will begin their annual proceedings at 3:30 p.m. in the BPDA Board Room (Room 900) on the 9th Floor of City Hall. While the board business begins in the afternoon, the public hearing portion of the meeting is scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m. These meetings are held in a hybrid format, allowing for both in-person and virtual participation.
• Institutional Master Plans: The board will consider a five-year renewal for the Tufts University Institutional Master Plan. Additionally, they will review a proposed amendment to the Wentworth Institute of Technology 2024-2034 Master Plan concerning the Pike Residence Hall project.
• Affordable Housing: The agenda includes a request for authorization for the construction of 33 fully affordable rental units at 190 Bowdoin Street, known as Hollins Park.

Education and Community Services

Administrative and community-focused meetings are also active today, impacting schools and seniors across the city.

• UP Academy Charter School: The Governance Committee for the UP Academy Charter School of Dorchester is scheduled to meet virtually from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. to discuss school management and policy.
• Age Strong Cost-Savings Clinic: The Age Strong Commission is hosting a cost-savings clinic in Jamaica Plain today. These clinics help older residents identify benefits and programs to reduce household expenses and healthcare costs.

Parking and Infrastructure Updates

City officials have released the following updates regarding transportation and municipal services:

• Street Cleaning: Overnight street cleaning has been officially canceled for Thursday, February 12. Residents are advised that while cleaning is suspended, parking meters remain active and are running on their normal schedules.
• Bridge Closure: The Canterbury Street Bridge in Roslindale remains closed to all vehicular traffic following recent safety inspections. Detours are in place utilizing Hyde Park Avenue and Cummins Highway. Pedestrian access to the bridge is being maintained.