The home rule petition uses the same language that's included in Mayor Michelle Wu's revived property tax proposal for bringing more tax relief to seniors.

It could cost you more to get a soda soon. The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use. City Councilor Sharon Durkan plans to bring the tax idea before the Boston City Council on Wednesday to start the conversation about what rates would look like.

The Boston City Council plans to discuss the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sodas and other sugary drinks.