Walsh to deliver State of the City speech
Boston Mayor Martin Walsh is set to deliver his State of the City address this week — a virtual speech that will likely be his last major address to residents as a post in the Biden administration looms.
His annual State of the City address will be made Tuesday night, and it will be broadcast online amid the raging coronavirus pandemic. Under normal circumstances, the event would be a packed affair at Boston Symphony Hall.
“The coronavirus pandemic has changed how we approach so many of life’s important events, but we are a resilient city that continues to adapt and support each other,” Walsh said in a statement. “I always look forward to the opportunity to talk directly to the people of Boston during my annual State of the City address, and, while my speech and the events planned around it will look different this year, we will carry on.”
President-elect Joe Biden on Friday introduced Walsh as his pick for Labor secretary. But before the Senate confirmation and prior to him leaving City Hall, the mayor on Tuesday will “celebrate the many accomplishments and milestones we achieved together this past year, and our continued progress and resilience in the face of adversity.”
“Every day, and especially during this pandemic, I have been inspired by the dedication of our residents and their commitment to their community. I hope all Bostonians will continue to play a role in helping the City advance the ambitious agenda we are setting forth,” Walsh said.
The State of the City address will go live at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
The address will be broadcast on Boston.gov, as well as on all major local networks.