Join the City of Somerville’s Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) today invite the Somerville community to attend the City’s Juneteenth flag-raising event from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Somerville City Hall concourse on Monday, June 12, 2023. “The Juneteenth flag is a powerful symbol of equality, justice, and the enduring spirit of freedom. It is an honor to join the Somerville community to fly it proudly above City Hall,” said Mayor Ballantyne. “It serves to remind all of…Somerville Water and Sewer Department Conducting Its Annual Hydrant Flushing Program
The City of Somerville’s annual Water System Flushing Program will begin the week of May 9 and conclude in late October. This annual program flushes pipes at high velocities to clean water mains and maintain the highest possible water quality. Flushing will be done on Mondays and Thursdays between 6 p.m. and midnight to minimize disruptions to water service. In most cases, residents will not notice any changes to their water service. However, some homes may experience a temporary, slight drop…Somerville Opens New ARPA Funding Round to Support General Operations for Local Nonprofits
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing $2 million in City funding support for area nonprofits, leveraging funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The online program portal is now open and will accept applications until July 31, 2023, at 5 p.m. “I know firsthand how challenging it can be for nonprofit organizations to create innovative, impactful programming, while simultaneously paying the day-to-day bills all organizations face,” said Mayor Ballantyne. “Which is why I’m thrilled to…2023 SomerStreets Festival Season to Kick off with Carnaval Celebration (RESCHEDULED FOR 6/11)
Somerstreets: Carnaval has been rescheduled for Sunday, June 11, 2023, from 2-6 p.m. due to forecast weather. Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council invite the Somerville community to shake off the winter and join the SomerStreets: Carnaval street festival in East Somerville on Sunday, June 11 from 2-6 p.m. Returning for the 13th year, the Carnaval celebration will kick off the 2023 SomerStreets season, which includes a series of three neighborhood street festivals across…Join the City of Somerville’s Pride Flag Raising at the City Hall Concourse
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Schools GSA invite all community members to honor LGBTQ+ Pride Month by joining the annual Pride flag raising ceremony on Thursday, June 1, 2023. The ceremony will begin at 5 p.m. on the City Hall Concourse and include remarks from Mayor Ballantyne, City of Somerville LGBTQ+ Liaison Izzy Starr, and representatives from the John F. Kennedy School GSA. The flag raising will also be recorded and made available for later viewing by the City’s GovTV team.…Somerville Achieves AAA Bond Rating: City Garners Highest Long-Term Debt Rating from S&P Global Ratings
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is proud to announce that the City of Somerville has been awarded the highest long-term debt rating of 'AAA' from S&P Global Ratings, a municipal bond credit rating agency, solidifying the City’s financial stability and creditworthiness. The upgraded rating, which benefits residents by lowering the City’s borrowing costs, reflects more than 20 years of prudent financial management, strong economic growth, and commitment to fiscal responsibility from both the current…City of Somerville FY24 Budget Public Hearing, June 5
All interested community members are invited to attend and speak at the Budget Public Hearing before the Somerville City Council’s Committee on Finance on Monday, June 5, at 7:30 p.m. for public input on the proposed Fiscal Year 2024 municipal budget. This meeting will be conducted via remote participation on Zoom. Spanish and Portuguese interpretation will be provided. There are two ways to participate: Join online: To attend and be heard, go to somervillema.gov/fy24budget and follow the…Mayor Katjana Ballantyne Submits Somerville’s FY24 Budget
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne today submitted Somerville’s Fiscal Year 2024 budget proposal, directing $337.4 million toward key investments in the provision of City services and programs and the advancement of community priorities. Expanding on last year’s focus on building a foundation for progress, this budget prioritizes investments in the resources needed to serve all residents and meet the community’s ambitious goals, from supporting youth, seniors, and vulnerable residents to advancing…Somerville Launching Accessibility and ADA Focus Group Sessions
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice invite Somerville community members to join an upcoming ADA Community Survey Focus Group session to make their voices heard as the City updates its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan. “The community’s feedback is vital to moving forward with accessibility improvements within Somerville,” said ADA Coordinator Adrienne Pomeroy. “I look forward to hearing from Somerville community members in…Somerville Residents: Help Stop Black Swallow-Wort This Summer
The City of Somerville is partnering with community groups to raise awareness about black swallow-wort (BSW), a very aggressive and invasive, non-native weed that can be found throughout Somerville. Why Black Swallow-Wort Is Unwelcome in Somerville BSW displaces native plants and habitats, threatens butterflies and songbirds, and is toxic to deer. It is especially harmful to the monarch butterfly population because it resembles milkweed, where monarchs lay their eggs, and once the monarch…Feedback
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