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People you'll meet:

Megan Costello
Director of the Office of Women's Advancement

There's nothing Megan doesn't do for women in Boston. She's supporting equal pay for equal work, fighting sex trafficking, and encouraging girls to code (with help from Nas). March is Women's History Month, and Megan and crew are celebrating with a photo exhibit of women powerlifters on the fifth floor of City Hall.


Stories you'll see and hear:

A Twitter Chat with the Mayor.

Twitter users submitted their questions and comments to the Mayor by using the hashtag #ASKMJW. See Highlights

Removing One Wrench at a Time.

The City's first hackathon - Hub Hacks - has led to the first of many changes in the permitting experience in Boston. Watch Video


News we'll highlight:

Future Focused Transportation Improvements For Pedestrians, Cyclists, and Drivers.

Our vision includes protected bike lanes on Commonwealth Avenue, a citywide replacement of parking meters with intelligent parking meters, and a pilot program to eliminate street sweeping towing. Read More

Giving Youth Control of $1 Million of the City Budget.

Last year, young people in Boston voted to fund projects that enhanced community parks, brought Chromebooks to public schools, and funded a skateboard feasibility study. Voting on this year's projects begins in May. Read More

Naming Dr. Tommy Chang Our Next Superintendent.

"Dr. Chang will provide the leadership that our school system needs and I am confident that his innovative views on education will move our students forward," said Mayor Walsh. "Our city is full of talent and our young people deserve the best we can provide." Learn More

Tackling Financial Inequality with Free Resources & Training.

The new Office of Financial Empowerment offers job search assistance, access to training for career development, and financial coaching to help people manage their resources and obtain available benefits. Learn More


Events we'll share:

April 15 & 20

One Boston Day & Boston Marathon

Mayor Walsh is declaring April 15 as "One Boston Day", a new tradition to honor the resiliency, generosity, and strength of the City of Boston. The Boston Marathon race takes place on Monday, April 20. Learn More

April 22 & 25

Celebrate Earth Day & Arbor Day

Show the environment some love by learning more about the Mayor's Climate Action Plan and joining us on April 25 to help care for Boston's trees. Learn More

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April 25

Boston Shines: Neighborhood Cleanups

Spring is coming and it's once again time for Boston Shines! It will take place over three weekends this Spring, divided regionally to allow for the best use of resources. Learn More

April 29

8th Annual Boston Public Schools Wellness Summit

Join members of the Boston Public School community to share knowledge and expand the approach to create sustainable, healthy, whole-school environments. Learn More


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