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Somerville Releases Updated Capital Investment Plan for FY2027
On Thursday, October 22, the City of Somerville released an updated Capital Investment Plan (CIP). The plan provides a 5-year planning roadmap for the City’s major investments in critical infrastructure such as buildings, streetscapes, parks, and equipment. It serves as a companion to the City’s Annual Budget – providing a guide to spending on major improvements and maintaining the long-term fiscal health of the City. “It’s absolutely critical that we do this long-range planning for…Somerville Signs New Agreement with SMEU Unit A
The City of Somerville has signed a new agreement with Unit A of the Somerville Municipal Employees Union (SMEU), providing wage increases, updated salary scales, and expanded benefits for employees who deliver essential services across City government. The agreement covers Fiscal Years 2023 through 2025. “Our employees make City services possible. They deserve fair pay, good benefits, and a workplace where they feel valued,” said Mayor Jake Wilson. “I’m grateful to Unit A and our City team for…Somerville Invites Neighbors to Join Fall Neighborhood Cleanups November 7
Have you ever seen some wayward trash and thought ‘someone will get that?’ Now’s your chance to be that someone. On Saturday, November 7, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Somerville community members are all invited to spend a couple of hours outside, meet people nearby, and leave your street a little better than you found it. November 7 is the second citywide cleanup as part of Somerville’s Year of the Neighbor initiative, a yearlong push to strengthen connections, build community, and tap into…Somerville to Celebrate 30 Years of the Mystic Ave. Mural
If you’ve ever traveled down Mystic Avenue, you’ve seen the Mystic Mural—a 30-year, revolving display of youth creativity and ode to local environment. To celebrate the latest installation, Somerville Arts and Culture (SAC) invites community members to a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, October 27, at 3 p.m. on the corner of Temple St. and Mystic Ave. Initiated in 1996 by former SAC Director, Cecily Miller, the Mystic Mural…Lydia Warren Named Somerville Arts & Culture Director
Lydia Warren, PhD, an award-winning arts administrator and musician whose work has connected cultural organizations with the communities they serve, joined the City of Somerville as its new Arts & Culture (SAC) Director on October 19. Her appointment follows an extensive national search led by a hiring team that included the Mayor Wilson and his team, SAC interim director and the SAC Board Chair. A Franklin, Massachusetts, native, Warren got her start performing at blues jams across the…Community Invited to Domestic Violence Vigil on Wednesday, October 28
Join Somerville’s Department of Equity and Belonging for a Domestic Violence Vigil on Wednesday, October 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Somernova (15 Properzi Way.) Held during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the vigil offers an opportunity to come together to remember those lost to domestic violence, support survivors, and stand with everyone whose lives have been affected. All community members are welcome. ADA accommodations: Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services…Community Forum on 115 Sycamore Street New School Building Project, November 10
The City is planning to build a new school at 115 Sycamore Street. All community members are invited to come learn more about the project and share their perspectives at an upcoming community forum: Time and Date: Tuesday, November 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. Location: Somerville High School, Highlander Forum, 81 Highland Avenue During this meeting Mayor Wilson and Superintendent Carmona will speak to the City and District’s shared vision for the project, which is informed both by community process…Somerville Set to Release Updated Plans for Broadway Magoun Reconstruction Project at November 4 Open House
The City of Somerville is planning to redesign Broadway between Winchester Street and Central Street to increase safety, improve accessibility, reduce congestion, and create a more comfortable street for everyone. As part of this process the Magoun Square intersection (Broadway at Medford Street) will be reimagined, sidewalks will be rebuilt, and the roadway will be fully repaved. After a year of engaging community members, analyzing traffic patterns, and refining concept designs, the City is…Vote Early in the State Election at City Hall Oct. 17-30
Make your voice heard, on your schedule. Early voting for the Massachusetts State Election begins this weekend from Saturday, October 17, to Friday, October 30, at City Hall (93 Highland Ave.). Full schedule is below: October 17-18 – Saturday/Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. October 19-21 – Monday to Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. October 22 – Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. OPEN LATE October 23 – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CLOSED EARLY…New Traffic Pattern – Mossland Street at Elm Street Becoming a Dead-End, Thursday, October 15
Beginning Thursday, October 15, Mossland St. will be closed to motor vehicles at its intersection with Elm Street. Going forward, motor vehicles accessing Mossland St. will need to enter and exit via Somerville Ave. To facilitate the traffic pattern change, City contractors and staff will install temporary traffic barriers, update street signage, implement new traffic signal timing, and add new pavement markings and flex posts. The Mossland St. Neighborway Aims to Bring Greater Safety Mossland…Feedback
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