This land is your land–so grab your gloves, don your hat, and dig into our fun & eco-friendly volunteer gardening program.
About the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division
About the Public Space and Urban Forestry Division
The Public Space and Urban Forestry Division (PSUF) plans and manages the renovation of existing parks and the development of new parks and open spaces. We work with residents and consultants to create a vibrant network of outdoor spaces for passive and active recreation, relaxation, and environmental health in Somerville.
We encourage community members to get involved with our park projects by attending community meetings, which are advertised on this page, on social media, in local newspapers, and on City calendars. To report an issue in one of the parks, please call our 311 customer service line (or 617-666-3311 if you’re outside the City).
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Programs & Initiatives
Our Urban Ag program brought first Urban Ag Ordinance in New England, the Urban Ag Ambassadors program, new farms, and more.
ArtFarm is Somerville’s proposal for a self-sustaining art and urban agriculture laboratory designed to foster community engagement and creativity.
Help us stop black swallow-wort and other unwanted plants.
Related News
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Somerville City Council’s Revised Tree Ordinance in Effect
On June 27, 2019, the Somerville City Council passed a Tree Preservation Ordinance (Ord. #2019-15) with new requirements for the removal of trees on private property.
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Task Force Releases Recommendations for Creating More Open Space in Somerville
The City of Somerville Open Space Creation Task Force recently released a strategy memo with recommendations on new and innovative approaches for the creation of more open space in Somerville, the most densely populated city in New England.
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Renovated East Somerville School Field Ribbon Cutting August 27
Join Mayor Joseph Curtatone and Ward 1 City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin on Tuesday, August 27, at 11 a.m. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the East Somerville School Field, located at 50 Cross St. The ceremony will celebrate the refurbishment of the existing synthetic turf field.
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POSTPONED: Pedestrian Path at Former Powder House Community School to Close for Approximately 4 Months for Park Construction
As part of the ongoing reconstruction of the former Powder House Community School, located at 1060 Broadway, the pedestrian walkway connecting Broadway and Holland St.
Programs & Initiatives
This land is your land–so grab your gloves, don your hat, and dig into our fun & eco-friendly volunteer gardening program.
Our Urban Ag program brought first Urban Ag Ordinance in New England, the Urban Ag Ambassadors program, new farms, and more.
ArtFarm is Somerville’s proposal for a self-sustaining art and urban agriculture laboratory designed to foster community engagement and creativity.
Help us stop black swallow-wort and other unwanted plants.
Related News
-
Somerville City Council’s Revised Tree Ordinance in Effect
On June 27, 2019, the Somerville City Council passed a Tree Preservation Ordinance (Ord. #2019-15) with new requirements for the removal of trees on private property.
-
Task Force Releases Recommendations for Creating More Open Space in Somerville
The City of Somerville Open Space Creation Task Force recently released a strategy memo with recommendations on new and innovative approaches for the creation of more open space in Somerville, the most densely populated city in New England.
-
Renovated East Somerville School Field Ribbon Cutting August 27
Join Mayor Joseph Curtatone and Ward 1 City Councilor Matthew McLaughlin on Tuesday, August 27, at 11 a.m. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the East Somerville School Field, located at 50 Cross St. The ceremony will celebrate the refurbishment of the existing synthetic turf field.
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POSTPONED: Pedestrian Path at Former Powder House Community School to Close for Approximately 4 Months for Park Construction
As part of the ongoing reconstruction of the former Powder House Community School, located at 1060 Broadway, the pedestrian walkway connecting Broadway and Holland St.