Committee on Housing and Community Development hearing on Dockets #0218 and #0587

Docket #0218 – Order for a hearing to discuss ways to support tenants facing eviction and displacement

Docket #0587 – Order for a hearing regarding the creation of temporary rental assistance to support residents impacted by COVID-19.

These matters are sponsored by Councilor Ed Flynn (0218) and Councilor Lydia Edwards (0587) and were referred to the Committee on Housing and Community Development on (0218) January 15, 2020 and (0587) April 1, 2020.

NOTICE: The Boston City Council may have a quorum in attendance due to standing committees of the City Council consisting of both voting and non-voting members.  However, members attending this duly posted meeting are participating and deliberating only in conjunction with the business of the standing committee.

Public Testimony

Written testimony may be sent to the Committee or staff emails (below) and will be made part of the record and available to all Councilors. Members of the public are cordially invited to view boston.gov/city-council-tv. and testify via Zoom Meeting. Please email juan.lopez@boston.gov for the Zoom link. A comprehensive list of ways to view and participate in this hearing will be posted online prior to the start of the hearing at boston.gov/city-council-tv.

Committee Liaison: Juan Lopez

Mail Address: Boston City Council, One City Hall Plaza, Boston, MA 02201

Fax Number: 617-635-4203 – Attn: Dockets #0218, #0587