Mayor Curtatone's Statement on Somerville's First Coronavirus-Related Death (April 2, 2020)
Thursday, April 2, 2020
Tragically, this morning we got word of the first coronavirus-related death in Somerville. My first thoughts go out to the family and friends of the deceased. Words cannot encompass the pain of your loss, but know that I share your grief. I suspect everyone else in the city will be joining me as they hear this news. Even though we're all socially distanced from each other, thousands of people will be feeling the sadness of your loss in their hearts.
3/31/20 COVID-19 Update and Information on the CARE Act
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
Dear Community Members,
Here is a COVID-19 update for March 31, 2020. We know many community members are experiencing financial hardships due to the crisis. Below you’ll find a list of support that the new $2 trillion CARE Act may be able to offer you, your business, or your employer.
Somerville’s Bridge Hopper Shuttles to Suspend Service Starting April 1
Monday, March 30, 2020
The Somerville Bridge Hopper, the City’s free shuttle service to help residents navigate Green Line Extension construction detours, will suspend operations effective April 1, 2020, until further notice.
The Bridge Hopper shuttles have served riders near both the Broadway and Washington Street bridges since April 2019. This suspension is intended to preserve the public health and safety of shuttle drivers and passengers during the COVID-19 crisis.
3/28/20 Update on COVID-19 and a Reminder on Staying Safe if You Go Out
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Latest News
- As of 3 p.m. today, March 28, a total of 41 Somerville residents have tested positive for COVID-19 and 9 of them have since recovered.
- Mayor Curtatone extended the closure of City buildings until at least Monday, May 4. The City’s 311 line remains available 24/7.
- The start of street sweeping has been pushed back to Wednesday, April 15.
- Here are some additional updates on services while City buildings are closed:
- Trash and recycling collection remain on a normal schedule.
COVID-19 Update from Mayor Curtatone & City Staff (March 26, 2020)
Thursday, March 26, 2020
Dear Community Members,
Somerville Keeps Construction Stoppage in Place
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
The Somerville Construction Advisory issued on Monday, March 23rd, remains in full force.
Start of Street Sweeping Delayed and Updates on Other City Services
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
The start of street sweeping in Somerville has been delayed by two weeks to Wednesday, April 15. Normally, street sweeping takes place from April 1 until December 31. As we continue to monitor the COVID-19 emergency, we will decide if the delay will be extended and share that information as it becomes available.
Below are updates on other City services while City buildings are closed:
Non-Essential Construction Suspended in Somerville
Monday, March 23, 2020
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Board of Health today ordered that all non-essential construction work cease operation during the statewide closure of non-essential businesses through Tuesday, April 7, announced by Governor Charlie Baker.
Gov. Baker Orders All Childcare Centers Closed by Mon., 3/23; Some Exemptions for Approved Emergency Programs
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
From The Department of Early Education and Care:
Cambridge Health Alliance to Provide COVID-19 Testing to Current Patients in Stand-Alone Testing Center at Somerville Location
Monday, March 16, 2020
Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) today announced that COVID-19 testing would be available to existing system patients via a stand-alone testing center at its Somerville Hospital location. Due to continued limited availability of tests, patients must meet federal criteria and be existing CHA primary care patients to be eligible for testing at this location.
Mayor Curtatone Declares a Local State of Emergency; Starting 3/17, Schools and Most Gathering Places Closed for 3 Wks.
Monday, March 16, 2020
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone declared a local state of emergency in Somerville on Sunday, March 15. This formal declaration gives the City the ability to take decisive action to control the spread of the coronavirus and allows the City to request reimbursement from the federal government for emergency response to this crisis.
Effective at 12 a.m., Tuesday, March 17, all gyms, health clubs, theaters, entertainment venues, social clubs, and houses of worship be closed through at least April 6.
Somerville Announces COVID-19 Social Distancing Measures
Wednesday, March 11, 2020
Somerville Announces COVID-19 Social Distancing Measures
Certain events to be suspended, postponed, or reconfigured through April 30th
Community Preservation Committee to Hold Community Preservation Plan Hearing, Pre-Application Workshop March 25
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
The Somerville Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is holding their annual Community Preservation Plan public hearing on Wednesday, March 25 at 7 p.m. in the Somerville High School Cafeteria at 81 Highland Ave. The Community Preservation Plan establishes the annual funding priorities and allocations for the three categories that Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds can support. The draft plan is available at www.somervillema.gov/CPA.
Somerville Community Preservation Committee Awards FY20 Funds
Monday, March 2, 2020
With recent funding approval by the Somerville City Council, the Somerville Community Preservation Commission (CPC) announces the FY 2020 projects to be funded by Community Preservation Act.
The City Council approved over $2 million in Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding to six open space and historic preservation projects, upon the recommendation of the CPC.
Somerville Historic Preservation Commission Seeking Volunteers for 2020 Docent Program
Thursday, February 27, 2020
The Somerville Historic Preservation Commission is seeking volunteers for its 2020 Docent Program. Somerville’s Docent Program operates on a scheduled basis during the months of May through October. Public openings are offered twice a month, on specific weekend days and on Thursday evenings, at three historic sites: the Milk Row Cemetery on Somerville Avenue, Prospect Hill Tower above Union Square, and the Old Powder House in Nathan Tufts Park. The Docent Program was started at the Cemetery in 2012 and expanded to include the two additional historic sites in 2017.
Office of Housing Stability to Launch Section 8 Voucher Incentive Program
Thursday, February 27, 2020
The Office of Housing Stability and the Somerville Homeless Coalition are launching SomerVIP, its Section 8 Voucher Incentive Program, and invite all community members to a kickoff event on Wednesday, March 4 to learn more, including how landlords and realtors can receive incentives and technical support through the program. While all are welcome to come learn about this exciting new program, the kickoff event is geared to landlords with units renting in Somerville and realtors serving the Somerville area
Somerville Public Library Board of Trustees Seeking Applicants for Two Vacancies
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
The Somerville Public Library is seeking to fill two vacancies on its Board of Trustees, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply.
Community Meeting to Discuss Remaining Somerville High School Construction March 16
Friday, February 21, 2020
Join representatives of the City Council, School Committee, Somerville High School Building Committee, and Infrastructure and Asset Management Department on Monday, March 16, for a community meeting to discuss construction progress and remaining work to be done on the Somerville High School Building project. The meeting will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Somerville High School cafeteria, 81 Highland Ave. Light refreshments will be served.
SPD-Community Dialogue on "Straight Pride Parade" & Counter-Protest Draft Report Posted
Friday, February 14, 2020
On January 22, the City of Somerville community meeting on police-community relations following the "Boston Straight Pride Parade" & Counter-Protest was held to gather additional public comment. The Draft Report on Community Feedback is now available online and open for public comment on the City website here: somervillema.gov/CBIDraftReport.
Hall St. Infrastructure Upgrades Community Meeting Feb. 26
Monday, February 10, 2020
Join Ward 5 Councilor Mark Niedergang and the Somerville Engineering Department on Wednesday, February 26, for a community meeting to discuss water, sewer, and roadway upgrades planned on Hall St. The meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Kennedy School cafeteria, 5 Cherry St.
