Message and order for your approval an order to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by Five Hundred Six Thousand Four Hundred Fifty-Two Dollars ($506,452.00) to provide funding for the Boston Public Health Commission for the FY26 increases contained within the collective bargaining agreement between the Boston Public Health Commission and SEIU Local 888, Program collective bargaining unit. Filed in the Office of the City Clerk on November 17, 2025.

Summary

This City Council order proposes to reduce the FY26 appropriation for the Reserve for Collective Bargaining by $506,452. This reduction is to provide funding for the Boston Public Health Commission to cover increases stipulated in the collective bargaining agreement between the Commission and SEIU Local 888, Programs collective bargaining unit for the fiscal year 2026.

Citizen Impact

This action will fund collective bargaining agreement increases for Boston Public Health Commission employees, ensuring continued services without directly impacting resident taxes at this stage.

Confidence

high