City Council Meetings – Week of 2/1/2026

Newton, MA city & Committee Meetings – February 2026

Here’s a summary of upcoming Newton, MA City Council and Committee meetings, based on verified facts as of February 1, 2026.

City Council Meeting:

* Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
* Time: 7:45 PM
* Location: In person (Council Chamber) and virtually via Zoom: https://newtonma-gov.zoom.us/j/83256128227

* Agendas & Reports:

* Reports Docket: https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/135690/639053866981867141

* New Docket: https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/135692/639053867700814055

* Broadcast: Live on newtv (Comcast 9, RCN13, 614(HD), Verizon 33) and NewTV’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@newtvgovernment

Public Safety & Transportation Committee Meeting:

* Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
* Time: 7:00 PM
* Location: In person (Room 205) and virtually via Zoom: https://newtonma-gov.zoom.us/j/82874950093

* Agenda: https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/135659

* Key Item: Appointment of the current Chief of Police, David A. MacDonald. (Verified through the Newton Police Department website as of Feb 1,2026)

Programs & Services Committee Meeting:

* Date: Wednesday,February 4,2026
* Time: 7:00 PM
* Location: In person (room 211) and virtually via Zoom: https://newtonma-gov.zoom.us/j/82259283118

* agenda: https://www.newtonma.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/135661

* Key Item: Transfer of $82,000 to fund the Arts and Culture Director position.

Public Facilities Committee Meeting:

* Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
* Time: 7:00 PM
* Location: In person (Room 204) and virtually via Zoom: [https://newtonma-gov.zoom.us/j/84810085677](https://newtonma-gov.zoom.us/