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News and Events
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Position Open:
Opening for a Research Associate - Click here for job description.
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Event:
2008 Shattuck Awards
Nomination Deadline: Friday, May 2, 2008
Who Is Your Unsung City Hero?
Do you know an exceptionally dedicated City of Boston employee who has impressed you with his or her unusual competence and professional spirit?
The Research Bureau is soliciting nominations now for the 2008 Annual Shattuck Public Service Awards. Click here for nomination form.
Help us publicly recognize exceptional city employees for their outstanding service and commitment to Boston. Past Shattuck recipients have represented a diverse range of positions in all levels of city government from laborer to manager, from street sweeper to school principal.
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Event:
With expansive views of the Boston skyline and waterfront, Mayor Thomas M. Menino delivered his annual speech to the Boston Municipal Research Bureau March 7, 2008, at the Seaport Hotel. Calling the speech, “Boston: Opportunities for our Future,” Mayor Menino rolled out five bold plans for the future of the city in front of hundreds of Boston’s most prominent business leaders. To read this speech click here.
Bureau in the News:
Federal probes hit City Hall hard
Mayor’s accountability at issue
Jessica Van Sack | Boston Herald | April 18, 2008
US probes firefighter disability abuse
FBI issues subpoenas for past and current members of Boston department
Donovan Slack and Walter V. Robinson, Boston Globe | April 17, 2008
Bland budget a Boston victory
Boston Globe Editorial | April 11, 2008
Boston parking fines may jump
Mayor's budget proposal envisions $13m from higher penalties
John C. Drake, Boston Globe | April 9, 2008
At the State House: the flickering of a reform impulse
Scot Lehigh, Boston Globe | April 2, 2008
