City of Boston - Press Releases

Artists in Residence Craft Workshops Return July 9

Parks and Recreation — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department’s annual ParkARTS program, generously supported by Bank of America, is pleased to announce the return of its series of children’s arts and crafts workshops giving kids the opportunity to express their creativity while working on fun projects with local artists.

From East Boston to West Roxbury, children ages three to ten can enjoy watercolor painting, mask and jewelry making, treasure...

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and City of Boston Team Up to Help Local Consumers With Questions and Complaints

Mayor's Office — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the City of Boston announced a partnership to connect consumers with the CFPB to ask questions and submit complaints about financial products and services. Boston consumers can now dial the Mayor’s 24-Hour Constituent Service hotline at (617) 635-4500 to be connected with the Bureau.

“We are proud to be teaming up with Mayor Menino to give Bostonians new ways to access help with financial...

Mayor Menino Jump Starts Summer as City Pools to Open 7 Days a Week

Mayor's Office — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today jump started the summer pool season in Boston and announced that, for the second summer in a row, the City of Boston’s Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) will open 10 City swimming pools and one beach 7 days a week beginning June 29th. These pools include the City’s two outdoor pools, the BCYF Clougherty Pool in Charlestown and the BCYF Mirabella Pool in the North End, which open for the season on Saturday, June 22.

“With the...

The One Fund Boston Surpasses $50 Million in Donations

Mayor's Office — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The One Fund Boston Surpasses $50 Million in Donations

212 claim forms received, more expected this week

The One Fund Boston, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established by Mayor Menino and Governor Patrick, today announced it has received $51 million in donations. 212 claim forms have been received, with additional claims expected this week via courier and US Mail, postmarked or delivered consistent with the June 15 deadline.

All donations...

Boston's Parks Rank #3 in the U.S.

Parks and Recreation — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Boston has landed near the top of the 2013 ParkScore list compiled by The Trust for Public Land ranking how much access citizens have to parks and park amenities. The annual report uses mapping technology and demographic data to determine how well the 50 largest cities in the United States are meeting the need for parks.

Boston tied with San Francisco and Sacramento for the third best overall ParkScore ranking. Only Minneapolis and New York City, first and second...

Mayor Menino Appoints School Committee Member

Mayor's Office — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced today the appointment of Dr. Hardin Coleman, Dean of Boston University School of Education, to the Boston School Committee. Dean Coleman will complete the term of John Barros who stepped down from the Committee in April. The vacated term ends on January 6, 2014.

“Dean Coleman brings a unique blend of expertise and...

City Places New Beetle Traps

Parks and Recreation — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department is expanding a program started in 2012 with the placement of experimental traps at 24 locations in the Emerald Necklace and Copley Square in an effort to protect elm trees from destructive elm bark beetles.

The traps consist of 18.5"x 28" green plywood boxes mounted approximately 15 feet off the ground on trees located at least 150 feet away from any elms. Six have been placed on Boston Common, five in the Public Garden,...

Traffic Advisory, Bunker Hill Day Parade and Related Events

Transportation Department — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Bunker Hill Day Parade and related events will be held in Charlestown this weekend. Traffic will be detoured and parking will be restricted at various locations. The Boston Transportation Department is advising drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians alike to take extra care to obey the rules of the road and to be considerate of others traveling on local streets. Those coming into the City to attend these events are encouraged to leave their private vehicles at home and take...

Mayor Thomas M. Menino Receives New England Environmental - Energy Award for Government Service

Mayor's Office — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino is tonight being recognized this evening by the Environmental Business Council of New England (EBC) with the Paul G. Keough Environmental - Energy Award for Government Service. The Mayor is receiving this award in recognition of the development and implementation of outstanding environmental and energy programs that make Boston one of the greenest cities in America.

“We have achieved what we have achieved in Boston only because we have all worked...

A letter to Mayor Emanuel

Mayor's Office — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

See attached for Mayor Menino's response letter to Mayor Emanuel regarding the Stanley Cup Finals.

Mayor Menino To Celebrate Re-Opening Of BCYF Flaherty Pool July 9th

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) are pleased to invite you to attend the Re-Opening Celebration for the BCYF Flaherty Pool in Roslindale on Tuesday, July 9^th. The Mayor will be on hand at 6:30 p.m. for the speaking program but food, activities, games and more will begin at 5:30 p.m.

Work on the pool began in November of 2012 and included a...

Mayor Menino's Crisis Response Team Deploys Resources to Back Bay and Fens for NSTAR Outage

Mayor's Office — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

This morning members of Mayor Menino's crisis response team met to develop a plan to help residents, business and all those impacted by the power outage in the Back Bay and Fens area of the City. NSTAR reports more than 12,000 customers were affected, and restoration is occurring on a rolling basis.

“This morning my team met to ensure we’re deploying all available resources to the residents and businesses of the impacted area,” Mayor Menino said....

Update Regarding Back Bay and Fens Power Outage

Mayor's Office — Sun, 09 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

NStar has restored all customers affected by this morning’s outage. They are letting customers in the affected areas know they are in the process of making permanent repairs and have scheduled a planned outage from approximately 1AM-5AM, Monday morning June 10, 2013. Electric service in the impacted area will be interrupted for a period...

City of Boston Reaches Mark for 500 Sign-Ups for Renew Boston Energy Assessment Challenge

Mayor's Office — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced today that the Boston 500: Challenge to Save Energy has reached its goal of signing up 500 Boston residents for a Renew Boston no-cost energy assessment in less than a week.Renew Boston partnered with 40 local community organizations, including Boston LISC and Talbot Norfolk Triangle Neighbors United, who hosted 25 outreach events for the Boston 500 to sign up renters, homeowners, and landlords.

“I want to...

Mayor's Coffee Hour Comes to Mt. Pleasant Playground June 20

Parks and Recreation — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Boston Parks Commissioner Antonia M. Pollak welcomes Roxbury residents and caregivers to Mayor Thomas M. Menino’s 15^th Annual Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series sponsored by Dunkin’ Donuts with a ribbon cutting at Mount Pleasant Play Area on Thursday, June 20, at 3:30 p.m.

The improvements to Mount Pleasant Play Area, located at 30 Mount Pleasant Avenue, highlight Mayor Menino’s commitment to parks in Roxbury and include a new play structure for...

Traffic Advisory - Gay Pride Parade and Related Events

Transportation Department — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Gay Pride Parade and related special events will be taking place in the City of Boston this weekend. The Boston Transportation Department is advising drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians alike to take extra care to obey the rules of the road and to be considerate of others traveling on local streets. Those coming into the City to attend these events are encouraged to leave their private vehicles at home and take the MBTA.

The Boston Dyke...

**Weather Advisory** Mayor Menino Alerts Residents to Impacts of Tropical Storm Andrea

Mayor's Office — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Bad weather associated with Tropical Storm Andrea will be headed toward Boston over the next two days. Starting early Friday morning and lasting until Saturday evening, up to 3 inches of rain is expected, with some areas possibly receiving 4 or more inches. High winds are also expected in the City.

As the first named tropical storm of the season heads toward the Northeast, Mayor Thomas M. Menino today warned residents of local flooding and high wind concerns expected this weekend and...

Frog Pond Wading Reopens June 29

Parks and Recreation — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino, Boston Parks Commissioner Antonia M. Pollak, and The Skating Club of Boston president Joe Blount are pleased to welcome children and guests to kick off the 2013 summer season as the Boston Common Frog Pond reopens on Saturday, June 29. The day will include a fun and exciting celebration at 11 a.m. followed by the opening of the wading pool.

“We welcome Boston’s youngsters back to the Frog Pond for a great place to cool off in the heat and play...

Mayor Menino Announces Start of Community Meetings on Urban Agriculture in Boston

Mayor's Office — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the release of draft urban agriculture zoning to support the growth of farming citywide and the start of a series of community meetings to review the recommendations. Article 89 will create clarity and predictability regarding food growing, fish farming, and hen and bee keeping in the city. It also expands locations for farmers markets and farm stands, and introduces a soil safety protocol. Eleven community meetings will be held in June and July to vet...

Mayor's Commission for Persons with Disabilities Announces New Deputy Commissioner

Mayor's Office — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Mayor’s Commission for Persons with Disabilities has hired Boston Resident Sophia Apostola for the position of Deputy Commissioner. Ms. Apostola is an attorney currently employed at the Metro Boston Housing Partnership (MBHP), where she works on individual and systemic advocacy, regulation compliance, and adjudication of Reasonable Accommodation requests in housing for people with disabilities.

Ms. Apostola has previously worked for Senator Harriette L. Chandler at the...

Mayor Menino Announces Renew Boston Whole Building Incentive for Residents During the Boston 500: Challenge to Save Energy

Mayor's Office — Sat, 01 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino in concert with National Grid and NSTAR today announced the new Renew Boston Whole Building Incentive initiative that significantly reduces the cost for energy efficiency improvements in two and three family homes through the Mass Save Home Energy Services Program.This new initiative fulfills the Mayor’s pledge to better reach two key segments of Boston residents: renters and middle income households. Today’s announcement...

Summer Weather Arrives in Boston, Mayor Menino Reminds Residents to take Precautions in High Temperatures

Mayor's Office — Fri, 31 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

With temperatures expected to be near 90 degrees over the next few days, Mayor Thomas M. Menino is reminding residents to take precautions to stay safe and healthy during this hot and potentially dangerous weather. Residents are urged to stay hydrated and in shaded or air conditioned areas whenever possible.

“Summer temperatures are here early,” Mayor Menino said. “During hot weather like this, it’s important to stay cool and hydrated, and to keep an eye on...

"Connect Historic Boston" Exhibit to be Unveiled at June 4th Public Event

Transportation Department — Fri, 31 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Transportation Department (BTD) and the National Park Service (NPS) will unveil an exhibit featuring “Connect Historic Boston” on Tuesday evening, June 4^th, from 6 to 8 PM, at the Boston Society of Architects located at #290 Congress Street, Boston. “Connect Historic Boston” is a design initiative with a final goal of improving access to Boston’s rich and diverse historic sites. The project is jointly managed by NPS and BTD and...

Traffic Advisory, Aids Walk and Other Weekend Events

Transportation Department — Fri, 31 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Transportation Department is advising motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to take extra care to obey the rules of the road in Boston this weekend as the annual Aids Walk Boston, as well as a number of other special events taking place around the City, will place additional people on local streets. As always, travel by MBTA is encouraged.

Aids Walk Boston will begin at 10 AM on Sunday, June 2 at the Hatch Shell along the Esplanade. ...

Mayor Menino Announces 2013 Garden Contest

Parks and Recreation — Fri, 31 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Boston’s green thumbs have until July 12 to register for Mayor Thomas M. Menino’s 2013 Garden Contest presented by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department and sponsored by Comcast with a grand prize provided by JetBlue.

Launched 17 years ago as part of Mayor Menino’s citywide beautification initiative, the contest recognizes gardeners who have landscaped, planted flowers, trees, and shrubs, and, in the process, helped beautify Boston’s...

Mayor’s Youth Council to Host Free Fitness Challenge for Boston Teens

Mayor's Office — Fri, 31 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Mayor’s Youth Council will host a FREE Youth Fitness Challenge for Boston teens Saturday, June 1. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. and the event will run from 2-4 p.m. at the Madison Park Recreational Center. Participants will have the opportunity to try out group fitness exercises like capoeira, bootcamp, zumba, and yoga; participate in solo fitness challenges like push up stations and balance assessment stations; enjoy healthy snacks; climb a rock wall; learn about the many health and...

Boston R.O.C.K.S.!!! Mayor Menino Announces Nearly $350,000 in Grants for Summer Youth Programming

Mayor's Office — Thu, 30 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced that over 86 recipients will receive Boston’s Recreational Opportunities for City Kids (R.O.C.K.S!!!) Community Grants this summer.

This grant program will increase both the number and variety of programs serving youth, and ensure that youth have access to a plethora of activities and opportunities this summer.

“We are very pleased to once again award Boston R.O.C.K.S!!! Community Grants this summer,” Mayor Menino said....

George Wright Named One of Golfweek's "Best Golf Courses You Can Play"

Parks and Recreation — Thu, 30 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Already acclaimed both locally and nationally, the George Wright Golf Course in Hyde Park has received more recognition with its inclusion in Golfweek’s 2013 list of “Best Golf Courses You Can Play.”

The George Wright is the only municipal course to make the Massachusetts section of Golfweek’s nationwide list in 2013, with greens fees significantly lower than the privately-owned courses on the list. Improvements for the 2013 season include the recently...

Traffic Advisory, Boston Strong Concert, May 30, 2013

Transportation Department — Thu, 30 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Transportation Department is advising commuters to stay on the highway system and off of local streets in the vicinity of the TD Banknorth Garden tonight as traffic is expected to be heavy due to the Boston Strong Concert to benefit The One Fund Boston. The concert is scheduled to begin at 7 PM.

Drivers, cyclists and pedestrians are asked to travel on local streets with caution by obeying the rules of the road. Those attending the concert are...

Boston Public Library's Summer Reading Program Begins

Library — Wed, 29 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Summer reading at Boston Public Library offers programs and activities designed to inspire children’s creativity and imagination. The theme for 2013 is Dig into Reading for children up to age 12. Programs begin in June.

Boston Public Library is dedicated to providing educational programming for youth during summer months, helping keep children engaged in reading and in their communities while out of school. Summer reading programs are designed for children to...

Mayor Menino Announces New Tradition and Full Slate of Events for Memorial Day Weekend

Mayor's Office — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Veterans Services Commissioner Francisco Ureña today announced a new Memorial Day tradition for the city of Boston in the form of an outdoor concert titled Remembrance: A Musical Tribute to Our Fallen Heroes.

"Memorial Day is about honoring those who served and gave their lives for our freedom, and I am proud to introduce this moving musical tribute," Mayor Menino said. "I encourage everyone to come out on Monday evening and take...

Mayor Menino Announces New Public Safety Strategies for Summer

Mayor's Office — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today joined his summer safety team, including Boston Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis, Public Health Commissioner Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Chief of Human Services Daphne Griffin and Boston Public Schools Superintendent Carol Johnson, to announce a comprehensive, proactive violence prevention strategy as summer approaches. A cross-City collaboration, the strategy will emphasize “more”: more outreach, more engagement, more officers, more collaboration...

Traffic Advisory, Boston Strong One Run and Run to Remember

Transportation Department — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Two special events taking place in Boston this weekend will detour vehicular traffic and will result in additional pedestrian traffic on local streets. The Boston Transportation Department is urging all users of the road to proceed with caution when travelling around the City. As always, using the MBTA is strongly encouraged.

The Boston Strong One Run will take place on Saturday, May 25^th. Up to 4,500 runners will gather...

June Author Talks at Boston Public Library Locations

Library — Thu, 23 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

During the month of June, Boston Public Library will host author talks at the Central Library in Copley Square and several branches throughout the city. Author appearances include:

Christopher Castellani, author of All This Talk of Love and Michael Lowenthal, author of The Paternity Test appear on an author panel on Tuesday, June 4, at 6 p.m. in the Commonwealth Salon at the Central...

Mayor Menino Appoints New Members to the Boston Fair Housing Commission (BFHC)

Mayor's Office — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

On May 22nd, City Clerk Maureen Feeney swore in Mayor Menino’s two new appointees to the Boston Fair Housing Commission’s five-member board. In the photo below, Fair Housing Commissioners Mary White and Marlena Richardson (hands raised) are officially sworn in, while accompanied by existing Fair Housing Commissioners, Fair Housing Commission staff, and Dion Irish, the Executive Director of the Office of Civil Rights.

The Boston Fair Housing Commission (BFHC) was...

Mayor Menino Tours District Hall, City's First Innovation Center

Mayor's Office — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today gave a full progress update on Boston’s innovation center, and revealed the name of the building under construction at 75 Northern Avenue on the South Boston Waterfront. District Hall will play a central role in the social infrastructure of the growing Innovation District and will serve as a home base for entrepreneurs to make connections, build relationships, and convene programs and events.

“Cities have long built infrastructure for...

Mayor Menino Announces Increase In Homeland Security Funding

Mayor's Office — Wed, 22 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the City of Boston will receive $17.5 million in grant funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency to support ongoing and future homeland security initiatives. The funding represents a 60% increase over the City’s $10.8 million award in 2012.

“Following the tragic events of Marathon Monday, we have shown the world that we are a resilient city,” Mayor Menino said. “With...

Mayor Menino Convenes Housing Boston 2020 Advisory Panel

Department of Neighborhood Development — Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the members of an advisory panel that will help identify and address Boston’s new housing needs. The Housing Boston 2020 Advisory Panel is comprised of housing professionals who will work with key personnel from the city’s housing agencies to develop strategies to manage Boston’s current and future housing challenges. The group convened for their first meeting yesterday.

Mayor Menino announced Housing Boston...

BCYF's Snap Shot Teen Photography Program Now Accepting Applications

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Daphne Griffin, Boston’s Chief of Human Services and Executive Director of Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF,) are pleased to invite Boston youth ages 15-18 to apply for the BCYF Snap Shot Teen Photography Program.

Made possible via a partnership between BCYF and the John Hancock MLK Summer Scholars Program, the BCYF Snap Shot program is a summer teen photography program. The youth learn about photography from their instructors,...

The Removal Of Street Trees Requires City Approval

Parks and Recreation — Sun, 19 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department would like to remind property owners and contractors that it is illegal to remove street trees without review or approval from the City of Boston Tree Warden. Street trees on public property are protected by Massachusetts General Law Ch. 87, and may not be cut down without a public hearing and authorization by the City Tree Warden.

The street tree removal process is outlined on the City of Boston website at

ParkARTS Watercolor Workshops Return in June

Parks and Recreation — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The Boston Parks and Recreation Department will be holding its popular summer series of ParkARTS Watercolor Painting Workshops during the month of June at four Boston locations.

The series of eight workshops for budding artists ages nine and up is just one of the many offerings of the 17th annual ParkARTS program sponsored by Bank of America. These hands-on watercolor painting workshops enable participants to create their own greenspace-inspired masterpieces.

Local art...

Mayor Menino Announces $1.8 Billion Capital Plan with Focus on Investments in Neighborhoods

Mayor's Office — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today joined city officials and community leaders at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlestown to highlight the City’s five year, $1.8 billion Capital Plan, which includes 341 projects across Boston and covers the building and maintenance of all the City’s infrastructure – including roads, buildings, key technology projects and inclusive play space for all residents to enjoy.

The City’s FY14-18 capital plan will create nearly 460...

Traffic Advisory, Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and Other Weekend Events

Transportation Department — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Boston drivers are advised that the annual Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and other events being held this weekend may delay traffic and will result in additional pedestrian traffic on local streets. The Boston Transportation Department is urging both drivers and pedestrians to proceed with caution when travelling around the City. As always, those coming into Boston for these events are encouraged to take the MBTA

The annual Avon Walk for Breast...

BCYF Boston Neighborhood Basketball League Presented By Reebok Now Registering

Boston Centers for Youth and Families — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino and Boston’s Chief of Human Services/Boston Centers for Youth & Families’ (BCYF) Executive Director Daphne Griffin are pleased to announce that the Boston Neighborhood Basketball League (BNBL), presented by Reebok, is currently accepting registrations for teams to compete in the 44^th annual summer season. Individuals who wish to join a “wait list” to be placed on a team and youth interested in the Pee Wee Development Program...

Boston Bikes to Solicit Public Input for Hubway Expansion through CoUrbanize Platform

Mayor's Office — Thu, 16 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the City of Boston has chosen CoUrbanize to facilitate community input about the locations of the Hubway bike share’s expansion. CoUrbanize, a TechStars Boston startup, will provide an online forum for residents to learn and provide feedback about the proposed stations in the South Boston Innovation District, Jamaica Plain, North Dorchester and Charlestown neighborhoods.

Boston Bike Week 2013: Mayor Menino Releases Findings of Cyclist Safety Report

Mayor's Office — Wed, 15 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today released findings of the first City of Boston Cyclist Safety Report, which examined four years of bicycle crash incident data supplied by Boston Police and Boston EMS that will now inform City officials in their continued efforts to make Boston’s roadways safer for vulnerable users. A direct result from this report, Mayor Menino today pledged to decrease the cyclist crash injury rate by 50 percent by 2020, as the City realizes its vision of creating a safe,...

Urban Agriculture

Food Initiatives — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Since January 2012, the Boston Redevelopment Authority (BRA), the Mayor’s Office of Food Initiatives, and the Mayor’s Urban Agriculture Rezoning Working Group have been meeting monthly to draft new zoning to open up new urban agriculture opportunities in Boston. Article 89 of the zoning code will create clarity and predictability for anyone interested in commercial food growing and creating farms in Boston. A draft of the new zoning article...

Parks Survey Seeks Public Input for New Open Space Plan

Parks and Recreation — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

The City of Boston is preparing a new citywide Open Space Plan for the years 2015 to 2021. As part of this effort, the Boston Parks and Recreation Department has developed a questionnaire to enable the public to provide valuable input about their park use and preferences.

Mayor Thomas M. Menino understands the importance that Boston's citizens place on open space and parks and the need for balanced development. With...

Mayor Menino Celebrates Winners of the 2013 Greenovate Awards with the Launch of Greenovate Boston

Environmental & Energy Services — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the official launch of Boston’s new sustainability brand and initiative, Greenovate Boston, with ambitious new community engagement goals, and a citywide sustainability campaign, designed by Mullen Advertising. This announcement coincided with the 2013 Greenovate Boston Award ceremony, which recognizes local business, residents and sustainable food leaders for doing their part to...

Mayor Menino Celebrates Winners of the 2013 Greenovate Awards with the Launch of Greenovate Boston

Mayor's Office — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT

Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the official launch of Boston’s new sustainability brand and initiative, Greenovate Boston, with ambitious new community engagement goals, and a citywide sustainability campaign, designed by Mullen Advertising. This announcement coincided with the 2013 Greenovate Boston Award ceremony, which recognizes local business, residents and sustainable food leaders for doing their part to help the City reach its greenhouse gas emissions reduction...