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City of Somerville Celebrates Drinking Water Week, May 7-13
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Water and Sewer Department invite community members to celebrate Drinking Water Week from May 7-13. Drinking Water Week is designated by the American Water Works Association (AWWA) to recognize the critical role water plays in supporting quality of life in communities across the country. Drinking Water Week in Somerville is marked with a Proclamation by Mayor Ballantyne affirming the…Annual Water System Flushing Program Starts May 8, Continues Through October
The City of Somerville’s annual Water System Flushing Program is set to begin Monday, May 8, and continue through late October. This annual program flushes pipes at high velocities to clean water mains and maintain the highest possible water quality. Flushing will take place Mondays and Thursdays between 6 p.m. and midnight to minimize potential disruptions, though the water may be discolored, it is safe to drink. Until the water runs clear, it is advisable to avoid washing laundry, especially…Information Session and Public Hearing on FY 2024 Water and Sewer Rates, May 15
The City of Somerville will hold an information session and public hearing on the proposed fiscal year 2024 water and sewer rates on Monday, May 15. The information session will start at 6 p.m. and the public hearing will begin at 6:30 p.m. Anyone who would like to testify is welcome to attend and will be heard. Additional Q&A time will be offered following the hearing if attendees have remaining topics of discussion. Written testimony will also be accepted until 6 p.m. on Monday, May 22.…Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities Seeks Additional Members
Somerville residents are invited to apply for three vacancies on the Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities. Each vacancy must be filled by someone who identifies as having a disability. The Somerville Commission for Persons with Disabilities is committed to ensuring equity and inclusion for all persons who live in, work in, and visit Somerville. The Commission works closely with the City’s Department of Racial and Social Justice and ADA Coordinator to ensure people…Somerville Affordable Housing Trust Seeks One New Member
The City of Somerville seeks one Somerville resident to serve in a volunteer capacity on the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust (SAHT). This vacancy is for a Somerville tenant whose household is income eligible for federal or state housing programs with an interest in addressing and advocating for the city’s affordabs and approve funding allocations to increase the local affordable housing supply. Applicants must be a Somerville tenant whose household gross income is at or below $…Somerville Community Invited to Join Public Hearing Before the City Council’s Special Committee on Charter Review
The City of Somerville is announcing a Public Hearing before the City Council’s Special Committee on Charter Review, that is scheduled for Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 6 p.m. Members of the Somerville community are encouraged to join the virtual hearing to share their thoughts regarding the proposed updates to the City Charter. Attendees can join the hearing virtually by via the GoToWebinar registration link: attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6828112774658855259, which is also…Elections: Nomination Papers Available May 1 - Return by June 7
Are you interested in running for local office? Beginning on May 1st, nomination papers for the Office of Mayor, Councilor at Large, Councilor, and School Committee will be available for you to take out. Don't miss out on this opportunity to help shape the future of Somerville! To start the process, make an appointment with the Elections Department to take out your nomination papers. Remember to schedule a separate appointment to return them. Appointments are available between May 1st and June…Somerville Prevention Services Hosting Webinars For Community To Learn More About Problem Gambling
The City’s Prevention Services division, in partnership with the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC), invites the community to learn more about gambling, signs of problem gambling, how to prevent it, and treatment resources. The National Council on Problem Gambling estimates that two million adults in the U.S. meet the criteria for gambling disorder, with another four to six million people in the U.S. struggling with problem gambling. The Zoom webinars, which will be hosted in…Somerville Anti-Displacement Task Force Seeks New Members
The City of Somerville Anti-Displacement Task Force (ADTF), which was formed to research and recommend policies to prevent residential displacement, has now expanded to advocate for a wider range of the Somerville community, including small business displacement and cultural displacement. The Task Force is seeking community members with an interest in working on anti-displacement policies to serve in a volunteer capacity on one of the Task Force’s three committees: …SustainaVille Week Returns: Celebrate Climate Action in Somerville, April 22-29
Join Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Office of Sustainability and Environment for a series of free events, workshops, and interactive activities to celebrate SustainaVille Week, April 22-29, an annual celebration of sustainability and climate action in Somerville during the week of Earth Day. “Whether it’s planting a pollinator garden, advocating to decarbonize new construction in our area, recycling…Feedback
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