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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 27/08/2026

Don't sleep on recycling. ♻️ If you live in a building with 6 units or less, the City of Boston (@boston.gov) can help recycle your mattress! Learn more and schedule at boston.gov/mattress-recycling. #Boston #BostonMoving #Recycling

A graphic sharing Boston's free curbside mattress pickup, to recycle old mattresses. It reads, "Moving? Don't trash your old mattress, recycle it! More than 75% of all mattresses can be separated and recycled, including metal, wood, fabric, and padding. Keep your mattress out of the landfill! Learn more and schedule your free curbside pick-up at www.boston.gov/mattress-recycling."

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 12/08/2026

Great tools and systems help make #Boston a home for everyone. We're honored to earn a spot on @bcg.com Intelligent Cities Index! Utilizing cutting-edge technology, we're committed to improving city services for every Bostonian. 🔗: www.bcg.com/publications... #BostonTech #Innovation

A graph from Boston Consulting Group's Intelligent Cities Index. The graphic identifies how major cities across the world enable AI use, ranging from hard-enablers, low performers, and balanced cities.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 04/05/2026

For the first time, we are excited to invite you to @boston.gov Innovation Expo. 💚 Free and open to all, expect to see how innovation and creative problem-solving can drive progress while improving city services. 🔗: www.boston.gov/innovation-expo #BostonTech #BostonEvents #Innovation

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 08/04/2026

Let's work together to close Boston's digital divide. 💻 We're stilling accepting accepting applications for the 2026 Digital Equity Fund! Have questions? Learn more at bit.ly/2026-DEF. #BostonTech #InternetAccess #BroadbandAccess #DigitalEquity

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 04/02/2026

“We’re reorienting our entire approach around a simple question: ‘what are you trying to do, and how can we help?’” @mayorwu.boston.gov. There are new tools and updates for #permitting in #Boston! Learn more at boston.gov/permitting. 🛠️ #BostonTech #SmallBusiness #Innovation

Small business owners, City workers, and Mayor Michelle Wu stand together behind a bright yellow counter. They smile at the camera, having completed a press event discussing new permit changes in the City of Boston.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 21/11/2025

In January 2024, we launched process improvement trainings for City workers. Today, more than 437 public servants have participated in Bostonia Academy. 🔧 #BostonTech #Boston #Data #Innovation #Efficiency 🔗: www.boston.gov/departments/...

City workers practice an exercise, called 'process mapping', as a part of Bostonia Academy training. Four people press sticky notes onto a glass panel.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 05/11/2025

Boston is one of 15 municipalities to join the Bloomberg Philanthropies Data Alliance this year. Comprised of 80 cities, the Alliance offers a partnership rooted in strengthening public service. #Boston #EmergingTech

A data scientist sits at a table, working on her laptop. She has headphones on with focus in her gaze. Behind her, other data scientists focus diligently on their laptops.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 05/11/2025

We built relationships with city leaders from across the Americas — from Toronto to Austin to Recife. Our team received training and expert support on data analytics, digital tech, and AI.

City Data Alliance members stand in a group, smiling for the camera. There are about 30 people posing for the picture, in front of a bright window with an ocean view.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 05/11/2025

By pairing the right tools with cutting-edge technology, we can make city services more responsive, fair, and effective. Last month, members of our Research and Data Team attended @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social City Data Alliance convening. #BostonTech #Data

Three people sit at a table in a meeting room, clapping. At the near side of the table, Chief Research and Data Officer Tsay softly smiles and claps.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 05/11/2025

Search by project type, neighborhood, and more. It's one place to explore new community centers, libraries, parks, schools, streets, and public art. Visit www.boston.gov/project-tracker to learn more! #Boston #BostonTech #DigitalGovernment #Innovation

A promotional graphic for Boston's Citywide Project Tracker. It reads, "The City of Boston Project Tracker earned 'Outstanding Achievement' at the 2025 Government Experience Awards. This recognition highlights how the City is putting residents first, rethinking how programs are designed and delivered. Visit: boston.gov/project-tracker."

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 05/11/2025

Discover @boston.gov projects in your neighborhood. 🏘️ The Citywide Project Tracker allows #Bostonians to explore City investments in every neighborhood. Visit www.boston.gov/project-tracker to learn more!

A promotional graphic for Boston's Citywide Project Tracker. The text reads, "Discover City projects in your neighborhood. The City of Boston Project Tracker: your new and easy to use tool. Explore an interaction map showing Boston's investments, searchable by neighborhood. Explore key project information, including goals, timeline, and how to get involved."

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 20/10/2025

Imagine how you could use a central place for past, current, and future City projects. Thanks to the Citywide Project Tracker, you can do more than imagine! This year, the @boston.gov Citywide Project Tracker was recognized at the 2025 Government Experience Awards. 🎉

A snapshot of the City of Boston Project Tracker. The snapshot displays a search bar and map of Boston with marked projects.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 16/10/2025

We also finished piloting a school-bus-only street at the King Elementary School. By reducing congestion near the school, we explored opportunities to make arrival and dismissal smoother and safer. Over the weekend, we hosted a block party to collect feedback about school commutes!

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 16/10/2025

This month, our teams piloted Transit Signal Priority (TSP) for school buses. This AI-supported tech can safely hold a green light or shorten a red light for a vehicle, meaning students spend less time in traffic! This gives students, parents, and teachers more time for what matters most.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 16/10/2025

As a finalist in the @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social Mayors Challenge, we’re thrilled to be testing #innovative ways to improve the school transportation experience. 🏫 With more than 20,000 students riding school buses in #Boston each day, maximizing time spent in the classroom can make a difference.

City leaders from Boston and Bloomberg staff sit around a table, smiling. They stand next to maps and plans for transit signal prioritization.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 15/10/2025

#DigitalEquity ensures that every Bostonian can access what they need to succeed: work opportunities, healthcare, education, and more. Thank you to @clrhenrysantana.bsky.social and @enriquepepen.bsky.social for joining us. A huge thank you and congratulations to all of our honorees!

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 15/10/2025

Boston celebrates National Digital Inclusion Week! 💙 Last week, we recognized Boston's digital equity champions — the leaders working to ensure internet and tech access remains available in their communities. No matter the challenge, these leaders keep us connected. #BostonTech #DIW25

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 06/10/2025

Internet access determines how we access housing, healthcare, and jobs. Honoring their 'free to all' commitment, all @bpl.boston.gov locations have been upgraded to incredibly high-speed 10 Gbps internet. #BostonTech #DigitalEquity #Internet #BostonPublicLibrary #BPL #Boston

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 06/10/2025

Each week in October, we'll be sharing resources to keep you safe online. Phishing is a common scam, often attempted through email or social media. Do you know how to identify and report phishing? #Cybersecurity #StaySafeOnline

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 06/10/2025

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month! 🔒 When we know how to keep ourselves safe online, we keep our information and data private. #BostonTech #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

An informational graphic for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. A fishing rod is laid on a wooden table, resting next to a box of fishing lures. The title reads "Fishing is Fun! Phising Is Not."

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 24/09/2025

Our Digital Equity Team helps connect Bostonians to internet and technology access. Last week, they met with the Fall 2025 #ProFellows from UMass Boston's Community Inclusion Professional Fellows Program on Inclusive Civic Engagement! 🌍 #BostonTech #DigitalEquity #Cybersecurity #CitizenDiplomacy

Seven people stand side-by-side, including Boston's Digital Equity Team and UMass Boston's Fall Pro Fellows. They stand smiling at the camera, in front of the 'Shield Maidens' initiative homepage.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 08/09/2025

A new era for permits in Boston. 🎉 After 40 years of vacancy, Adam and his team brought the historic Substation building into the modern era. His team partnered with the @boston.gov to help update the permit and license process.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 21/08/2025

Thank you to Councilor Worrell (@brianworrell.bsky.social), Mayor Wu (@mayorwu.boston.gov), and the Inspectional Services Department (@isd.boston.gov) for joining this signing. The future is bright for #Boston and DoIT!

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 21/08/2025

Great tools and systems help make #Boston a home for everyone. Intentional processes not only deliver great experiences for residents and employees, but drive us forward. Read more: www.boston.gov/news/mayor-w...

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 21/08/2025

On Monday, Mayor Michelle Wu signed the Technology Modernization Executive Order. This historic undertaking demonstrates how local government can embrace possibility and innovation. #Governance #EmergingTech #BostonTech #Innovation

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 13/08/2025

Want to learn more? Email oet@boston.gov expressing your interest. Our Office of Emerging Technology is accepting concept papers until August 20th.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 13/08/2025

@boston.gov is a proud partner of Mass CEC's CriticalMass program. CriticalMass supports deployment-scale climate tech projects, providing up to $1 million dollars in funding. Through this program, Boston is exploring municipal deployment opportunities for #ClimateTech.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 13/08/2025

We want to work with you! #Boston is collaborating with climate tech startups to reach our climate goals. #BostonTech #ClimateChange #GreenEconomy #EmergingTech

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 12/08/2025

Want to learn more? Email oet@boston.gov expressing your interest. Our Office of Emerging Technology is accepting concept papers until August 20th. #BostonTech #ClimateTech #EmergingTech #UrbanHeat #Sustainability

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 12/08/2025

The @boston.gov is a proud partner of @masscec.bsky.social's CriticalMass program. CriticalMass supports deployment-scale climate tech projects, providing up to $1 million dollars in funding. Through this program, Boston is exploring municipal deployment opportunities for climate tech.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 07/08/2025

Boston is proud to join the City Data Alliance, to improve government experiences through data analytics and #AI. This partnership with @bloombergdotorg.bsky.social connects City workers to innovation specialists and cutting-edge tech. #Boston is one of 15 cities selected globally.

A promotional graphic, sharing that Boston has been selected for the Bloomberg City Data Alliance. The sub-text reads "Partnership will make 311 non-emergency services more responsive, equitable, and effective through emerging technology". Behind the text, Mayor Wu walks alongside project partners on a warm summer day.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 04/08/2025

Boston's Chief Innovation Officer, Santiago Garces, is an AI 50 winner! We are proud to foster smarter and more effective government experiences through innovation. See the full #AI50 list from the Center for Public Sector AI: bit.ly/2025-AI50 #GovTech #bosIT #EmergingTech

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 15/07/2025

Our Office of Emerging Technology had the best time at Open Streets Roxbury! We shared the science behind our environmental sensor network, alongside the @bariboston.bsky.social. 🏞️ These sensors measure temperature, air pollution, and humidity in real-time!

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 25/06/2025

Rain can't stop us! 🌧️ Last week our Digital Equity Team shared low-cost internet resources at the Mid-Dorchester Neighborhood Coffee Hour. Learn more about this years' Coffee Hours at boston.gov/coffee-hours. #BosIT #Boston #CoffeeHours #Dorchester #Community

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 16/06/2025

Information about your city, a download away. 📱 Did you know #Boston supports mobile apps for many city services? In a few taps, you can interact with @311.boston.gov, @streets.boston.gov or the @bpl.boston.gov. Set-up reminders and find resources from your phone. #BosIT #CityServices

An information advertisement for 'BPL To Go'. The graphic shares information about the Boston Public Library's mobile app. The text reads "For all of your Boston Public Library needs! Check library hours, search for new books, check title availability and find upcoming events.".

An information advertisement for Boston's 311 mobile app. The text reads "The best tool to improve your neighborhood! Report issues and track active reports. Boston 311 can also be contacted by phone, email, or online. Please visit boston.gov/311 for more info.".

An information advertisement for Boston's trash and recycling app, 'Trashday'. The text reads "Find garbage and recycling schedules and receive collection notifications. You can also search how to best dispose of waste and recyclables!".

An information advertisement for 'Park Boston'. The text reads "Find and pay for parking around Boston. Extend parking time in app and save your favorite parking locations for next time! Did you know? This app can be used in over 500 cities across the country!".

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 06/05/2025

Congratulations to Chief Santiago 'Santi' Garces, on becoming a 'Government Technology Top 25 Dreamer, Doer, and Driver'! Read more at www.boston.gov/news/city-bo.... #bosIT #EmergingTech #Boston #AI #Innovation #GovTech

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 06/05/2025

Boston is the city where freedom was born and we will never stop fighting to defend it. #Boston250 #BosIT

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 02/05/2025

#ClimateTech on the Plaza was a blast! Our Emerging Technology Team shared their latest Climate Tech RFI Report and on-going sustainability projects. Our @boston.gov climate tech leaders are one of a kind, creating new jobs, combating climate change and harnessing innovation. #Innovation #bosIT

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 18/04/2025

Boston 250 is an open invitation for a celebration as ambitious, exuberant, and inviting as the City itself. To honor the generational courage and conviction that shaped history, more is to come. Learn more at boston.gov/250. #Boston250 #America250 #MA250 #AmericanRevolution #bosIT

An invite to “From Revolution to Revolutionary”, an event on April 19th. The text shares the event time, from 5:00 PM to 9:30PM, and a note that Mayor Michelle Wu and guests will join. The event link, Boston.gov/Boston250, rests on the bottom right corner.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 18/04/2025

From revolution to revolutionary. Join us tonight for the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere’s ride. The City’s Creative Team used our own Boston 250 brand to reinvigorate a century-old map, proving old truly can be made new. #Boston250 #NorthEnd #Charlestown #BostonHarbor #bosIT

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 16/04/2025

Join us on April 30th at Climate Tech on the Plaza, including innovative local companies like CargoB. Redefining urban mobility with electric-assisted cargo bikes, @ridecargob.bsky.social will offer free demos and test rides on City Hall Plaza. RSVP at boston.gov/climate-tech.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 10/04/2025

Featuring more than 40 climate tech organizations, Climate Tech on the Plaza invites environmentalists, business leaders, government partners, researchers, and students to connect. RSVP at boston.gov/climate-tech. #ClimateTech #Boston #Sustainability #Innovation #bosIT

An event invite shares two gatherings on April 30th, Climate Tech on the Plaza from 10am to 4pm and the Climate Tech Block Party from 4pm to 7pm. At the bottom of this green graphic, Bostonians gather and talk with each other on City Hall Plaza. Logos for the 5 partnering organizations line the bottom of the invite.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 09/04/2025

The 'Emerging Climate Tech RFI: Summary Report' explores the make-up and challenges facing Boston's climate tech ecosystem. Including more than 50 startups, the report also connects the City to effective solutions for partnership. Read the report at www.boston.gov/news/emergin... #bosIT #Innovation

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 03/04/2025

Nancy and Kelsey’s dedication to their community, love for their neighborhood, and shared friendship is why we’re proud to honor them as two of our @boston.gov 2025 Civic Heroes. #Boston #CivicHeroes #SouthBoston #Southie #PublicWorks #Volunteering #BostonSOTC

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 03/04/2025

Looking for free Wi-Fi throughout Boston? It's wicked easy. 🛜 You can visit a Wicked Free Wi-Fi hub, a public library @bpl.boston.gov, or a Center for Youth and Families @bcyf.boston.gov to get connected. Learn more at boston.gov/wifi. #bosIT #Internet #DigitalEquity

An informational advertisement for Boston's public wi-fi network, titled "Wi-Fi, but make it wicked free".

Below this headline, there's explanatory text stating: "Wicked Free Wi-Fi is Boston's free, public Wi-Fi network. With more than 120 access points, it's wicked simple to find free Wi-Fi when you need it". Above a map of wi-fi access points, there is text stating "view the map and learn more at boston.gov/wifi".

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 27/03/2025

Seeing these designs around Boston makes us proud. Cheers to Ellen and Dan for their hard work on State of the City. #BostonSOTC #bosIT #Creative #BehindTheScenes

Creative Team members sit on the stage at MGM, preparing their designs for State of the City. A backdrop rests behind them, featuring the blue-tinted graphics they created.

Bostonians walk into MGM Music Hall for State of the City. Graphics display on the screens above the door, made by the Creative Team.

Mayor Wu speaks behind a podium at MGM Music Hall. A backdrop rests behind her, featuring iconic Boston landmarks in a blue-tint.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 27/03/2025

Within the Department of Innovation and Technology, our Creative Team crafts designs and branding that tell Boston's story. For #StateOfTheCity, they brought an authentic and distinctive visual narrative to life. #bosIT #Creative #BehindTheScenes

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 20/03/2025

This week our Office of Emerging Technology taught students how to build air quality sensors. Using LEGOs, small electronics, and dry shampoo, students learned about environmental sensors in Boston and the science behind them! #Boston #bosIT #STEM #Environment #SmartCities #ClimateTech

An Emerging Technology team member show students how to build air quality sensors out of LEGOs. The students sit at a classroom table, listening.

LEGOs are connected together in a square, with wires and batteries coming upwards. A light glows brightly on the right, indicating air quality.

Three students build an air sensor together, combining LEGOs and wires.

The coversheet of a science experiment, titled 'Build Your Own Air Quality Sensor'.

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 19/03/2025

Go behind the scenes at #BostonSOTC. 🎥 Without the City TV Team, this night would look much different! Thank you for your hard work broadcasting the work of the @boston.gov, as @mayorwu.boston.gov delivers her third State of the City Address. #Boston #StateOfTheCity #Production #bosIT

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Boston Innovation and Technology Cabinet @doit.boston.gov · 17/03/2025

Boston's State of the City Address, delivered by @mayorwu.boston.gov. Join us live at boston.gov/sotc on Wednesday, March 19th at 7pm. #BostonSOTC #Boston #StateOfTheCity

An invite to the Boston State of the City 2025 Address, depicting a Boston landscape from a local park.

A crowd gathers outside of MGM Music Hall, waiting to enter last years' State of the City address.

Mayor Michelle Wu stands behind a podium, sharing words at the 2024 State of the City address.

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