Public Notice: City Council Hearings, Snow Remediation, and Public Service Updates

Boston City Council Hearings and Committee Sessions

The Boston City Council has scheduled several key sessions for Monday, February 2, 2026. A primary focus is the Committee of the Whole Hearing regarding Dockets #0124-0127, which is slated to begin at 3:00 PM. This virtual session is designed to facilitate departmental oversight and allows for public testimony. Residents wishing to participate or view the deliberations are encouraged to access the official city portal for remote login credentials and meeting materials.

City Services and Winter Weather Advisories

Following recent winter weather activity in the region, the City of Boston has issued updates regarding essential municipal services. For Monday, February 2, curbside trash and recycling collection will remain on its normal schedule across all neighborhood routes. However, the Public Works Department has announced that overnight street cleaning has been canceled for this date to accommodate ongoing snow management efforts.

Motorists should be aware that parking meters are operational and running on their normal schedules today. Additionally, following the lift of previous snow emergencies, the city reminds residents that space savers must be removed from public streets within 48 hours of an emergency declaration being ended. Vehicles found obstructing remediation efforts or in violation of standard parking regulations may be subject to towing. The city tow lot is open for vehicle releases from 7:00 AM to 10:30 PM, with automated kiosks available 24 hours a day.

Public Board and School Committee Meetings

Several municipal boards and education-focused committees are convening today to discuss fiscal and academic policy:

• UP Academy Charter School: The Finance Committee will meet virtually from 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM to review budget allocations.
• KIPP Academy: The Teaching and Learning Committee is scheduled to hold a session at 5:30 PM.
• Boston Cultural Council: The Board will hold a virtual meeting from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. The agenda includes updates on the FY26 grant cycle and discussions regarding final grant distribution decisions.
• Massachusetts HIT Council: The Health Information Technology Council will hold a virtual session from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM to discuss statewide health data initiatives.

Boston Public Library Facility Notice

The Boston Public Library continues its observance of Black History Month with special programming and the release of the 2026 "Black Is..." booklist. Visitors to the Central Library in Copley Square should note that the elevators in the McKim building are currently out of service due to ongoing construction and maintenance. Patrons requiring elevator access are advised to use the elevators located in the Boylston Street building to reach the upper floors.