Greater Boston
City Effort To Reach Young Readers
LOOKING FOR HEROES
National Drunk Driving Prevention Campaign
Campaign for Designated Drivers and TEAM Coalition
The concert program is a joint partnership between the HERO Campaign and TEAM Coalition, two non-profit organizations, whose goal is to save lives by promoting the use of designated drivers nationwide. The HERO Campaign was established in 2000 in memory of Navy Ensign John Elliott, who was killed by a drunken driver two months after graduating from the United States Naval Academy, where he was
named the "Outstanding HERO" in his class. TEAM Coalition promotes designated driving and responsibility in professional sports stadiums and arenas nationwide.
The HERO Campaign and TEAM Coalition seek to register one million designated drivers nationwide through concert sites, sports stadiums, schools, colleges and businesses nationwide to save lives and prevent drunk driving, which claims the lives of 16,000 Americans annually, and injures more than 350,000, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Boston City Councilor Rob Consalvo introduced John's Law anti-drunk driving legislation in 2002 that became national law in 2005, in memory of Ensign John Elliott, inspiration for the HERO Campaign.
To sign up for a concert call David Vittorini from Councilor Consalvo’s office at 617-635-4210
2010 Concert Schedule
Elder Volunteer Property Tax Work–Off Program
Flood Resources Available for Homeowners and Businesses
In the wake of the recent floods around Boston, Massachusetts was declared a federal disaster area by President Obama, which will give flood victims, both residents and businesses, access to Federal Disaster relief, including grants and low interest loans. If you were affected by the flooding, call the Mayor's Hotline at 617 635 4500 to learn more. You can also contact FEMA directly at 800-621-3362 or www.FEMA.gov
Federal Aid Programs For Massachusetts Disaster Recovery
Mayor Thomas M. Menino will launch the city's first-ever iPhone application that uses cutting-edge technology to connect residents directly with city government. The application, part of the brand new suite of online services called "Citizens Connect", provides constituents with the ability to send service requests to the Mayor's 24-Hour Hotline complete with pictures and location at the push of a button.
The Boston Public Schools Re-Engagement Center
The Boston Public Schools (BPS) Re-Engagement Center is located at the John Shelburne Community Center in Roxbury The Center, one of the first of its kind in the nation, is designed to ensure successful transitions back to high school for students who had dropped out but are returning to pursue a diploma. Students will spend a short period of time at the center to participate in tutoring, credit recovery, counseling and other services before being placed in an appropriate diploma-granting high school.
Mayor Releases Mid-Year Report on American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Funding
With $172.6 million in total funding thus far, the City has been able to launch 41 projects unlocking a further $162.2 million for a total economic investment of over $334.8 million citywide.
www.cityofboston.gov/recovery
Election and Voter Registration Information
Voter Registration Forms and Applications
http://www.cityofboston.gov/elections/voter_reg.asp
Voter Registration deadlines
http://www.cityofboston.gov/elections/default.asp
How City retains records
City of Boston Email Policy
The Natural Resources Defense Council says Boston ranks at the top of the list for East Coast cities for "responsible energy use."
In a recently released report the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) commended the City of Boston for its exemplary environmental stewardship and sustainability. In the report, Boston placed eighth among large cities in the overall eco-smart ranking and was the top green city on the east coast. More
READYBoston Preparedness Planner
September is National Preparednss Month. To help Boston residents prepare for emergencies such as floods, fires, power outages or more extreme scenarios, the Mayor's Office of Emergency Preparedness has introduced The READYBoston Preparedness Planner. This new, interactive and personalized tool assists Bostonians in creating their emergency plan and kit! Create your own plan now!
www.cityofboston.gov/readyboston »
Superintendent Johnson presents findings of study on special education in Boston Public Schools District commissioned peer review from Council of the Great City Schools to help close achievement gap among students with disabilities
Are You Ready to Purchase Your First Home?
The 1st Home Program is currently accepting applications for a lottery for 13 Brand New Eco-Friendly condominiums in Roslindale. We also have single family homes in Dorchester which are available now to qualified applicants on a first come first serve basis. For more information, visit the link below at the Department of Neighborhood Development.
1st Home Program
Boston Youth Zone
You will find activities, opportunities and other fun stuff for kids and teens. Plus important information for parents.
http://www.bostonyouthzone.com/
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