Briefing
City Council (Feb 25, 2026) approves solar grant and school appropriations; refers multiple hearings on housing, education, and public safety
The City Council met Feb. 25, 2026 (President Breadon presiding). Key actions included approval to accept a $189,000 Solar Recommissioning Project Grant, passage of a petition to waive the maximum age requirement for a firefighter candidate (Richard Scimeca), and approval of two school appropriations totaling $9.5 million for building repairs. The Council referred numerous orders for hearings (housing, education, public safety, etc.) to relevant committees, adopted several resolutions (including support for continued MBTA Fare‑Free Bus funding), placed an Open Meeting Law communication on file, and adopted a consent agenda of recognitions and memorials. The meeting adjourned at 4:02 p.m.
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