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They serve as advocates for all Bostonians. Through their work, City councilors make sure Boston continues to be a great place to live, work, and play. Learn more about the work of the City Council Contact 617-635-3040 send an email 1 City Hall Square Room 550 Boston MA 02201-2043 United States Office hours Monday - Friday 9 a.m - 5 p.m icon-bluesky icon-youtube icon-twitter icon-facebook icon-instagram 2026 meeting and clergy schedule 2026-2027 committee assignments Key Happenings FY2027 City Council Legislative Budget Review We'll be updating this page with information regarding the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget review process. 2022 Redistricting in Boston The Boston City Council Committee on Redistricting will be conducting the decennial process of reviewing district boundaries this year. City Council president City Council president Liz Breadon City Council President; City Councilor, District 9 City Council members City Council members Ruthzee Louijeune City Councilor, At-Large Julia M. 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