Council Adopts Measures Addressing Housing, Equity, And Community Needs

This week, Councilor Fernandes Anderson introduced a wide-ranging set of policy resolutions, nine of which were adopted.

These resolutions focused on equity, cultural recognition, infrastructure, housing, and civic education — reflecting a comprehensive approach to community-centered governance.

Here’s a summary of the adopted resolutions:

• Comprehensive transportation study, calling for an in-depth review of Boston’s multimodal transit system, with attention to parking, access, equity, and infrastructure outcomes.

• Housing pipeline reform, calling for urgent structural changes to strengthen affordability, prevent displacement, and improve access to stable housing.

• Community appreciation, offering a resolution of gratitude to the residents of District 7 for their courage, diversity, and ongoing commitment to justice and civic engagement.

• One additional resolution, recognizing the first edition of The District 7 Workbook was not adopted.

Together, these resolutions address a range of issues affecting residents across Boston, with particular attention to housing, transportation, cultural recognition, and civic engagement. The Council’s adoption of these measures reflects ongoing efforts to respond to the needs of Boston’s diverse communities through policy and partnership.