City Services on August 14, 2026

The Boston City Council held a City Services hearing on August 14, 2026, focused on discussing discounts for seniors and persons with disabilities offered by the Boston Water and Sewer Commission (BWSC). Key topics included eligibility criteria for the 30% discount on water, sewer, and stormwater charges for homeowners aged 65 and older or fully disabled individuals, the application process, and outreach efforts to ensure residents are aware of these benefits. The BWSC representatives detailed various assistance programs such as lead pipe replacement incentives, sewer lateral financial assistance, and leak repair programs, emphasizing efforts to prevent service interruptions through manageable payment plans and proactive customer communication. The council also discussed potential updates to disability definitions to better accommodate service-connected disabled veterans. No formal votes or motions were recorded, but the hearing served as an important public awareness initiative to promote these financial relief programs and support for vulnerable populations in Boston.