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4 months ago

City council committee reviews $8.98 million in workforce and youth grants; vote to be scheduled Wednesday The Boston City Council Committee on Labor, Workforce, and Economic Development heard presentations on 11 grants totaling $8,981,031.76 on Oct. 27, 2025. Staff described how funds from the U.S. Department of Labor, the Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development and the MassHire Department of Career Services will be braided to

Boston is set to vote on an impressive $8.98 million in workforce and youth grants that could transform job opportunities for thousands!

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7 months ago

Boston City Council Addresses Waymo's Engagement and Automation Concerns for Workers Councilors express concerns about Waymo's impact on local jobs and city infrastructure.

Boston's city leaders are standing firm against Waymo's self-driving expansion, prioritizing local jobs and community voices in the face of automation's challenges.

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8 months ago

Labor Committee holds hearing on $2.6M grants for career centers and reemployment programs Committee discusses funding for workforce development initiatives benefiting dislocated workers and youth.

Boston City Council is set to approve $2.6 million in grants aimed at empowering local career centers and supporting dislocated workers—critical funds that could change lives!

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8 months ago

Boston City Council conducts virtual hearing on $2.6M workforce development grants City Council discusses 15 grants totaling $2.6 million for workforce development initiatives.

Boston City Council just unveiled a groundbreaking $2.6 million initiative to boost workforce development—could this be the key to unlocking new job opportunities for residents?

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8 months ago

Worker Empowerment Cabinet discusses multiple grants including Boston Climate Ready Workforce Grant Grants from the Worker Empowerment Cabinet analyzed, focusing on the Boston Climate Ready Workforce Grant.

Boston is taking bold steps towards economic resilience with new grants that empower the workforce and prepare for a greener future!

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10 months ago

Legal team resolves 30 cases amid fiscal challenges and major city projects Team advises multiple departments and secures substantial funds for city initiatives.

Boston is making waves in labor compliance and worker protections, successfully resolving over 30 cases and securing millions for vital city initiatives!

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11 months ago

Boston City Council approves $2.5M in workforce development grants Councilor Weber advocates for immediate passage of youth workforce and career service grants.

Boston City Council just approved $2.5 million in grants aimed at revamping workforce development and providing crucial support for the unemployed and at-risk youth.

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1 year ago

Boston officials report $42M savings due to citywide vacant positions City departments budgeted $42 million in savings from unfilled positions across Boston.

Boston is sitting on a staggering $42 million in salary savings from unfilled job vacancies, sparking urgent discussions about workforce development and city services.

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