“In order for cities to grow and thrive, it is crucial that local leaders put families first and support the needs of children and caregivers. Boston and its city leaders have long demonstrated this commitment to families through efforts such as the city’s universal pre-k initiative, which began in 2005 under Mayor Thomas Menino and has continued to evolve with the goal of providing affordable, high-quality early education and care to all families. Today, Mayor Michelle Wu is working hard to continue the city’s historical commitment to families and to make the City of Boston the best city for families.”
“My goal is for Boston to be the best possible home for all of our families. I want our children to be set up for every success. That’s not a one-and-done task, it’s one that will require ongoing effort. My hope is that, a hundred years from now, when our great-grandchildren are in charge, I want them to be building on the foundation we laid.” – Mayor Wu
— “3 Ways Boston is Striving to Become the Most Family-Friendly City,” by Lara Burt, National League of Cities, July 16, 2024