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Somerville Community Preservation Act Program Seeks Input for Future Projects

The Somerville Community Preservation Committee is inviting residents to participate in shaping the future of their neighborhoods by providing input on potential projects to be funded by the Community Preservation Act (CPA) in the coming year. CPA in Somerville has a history of supporting a diverse range of initiatives, including rehabilitating playgrounds and schoolyards, making historic public buildings safe and handicapped accessible, building affordable housing, and supporting rental…

Public Safety for All Task Force Announces Emergency Response Community Workshop

The City’s Public Safety for All (PSFA) Task Force invites Somerville community members to attend an Emergency Response Community Workshop on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The 90-minute community workshop session will feature facilitation from members of the PSFA Task Force and the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA). Attendees will hear a brief update about the Task Force’s work and mandate, be introduced to key terms for the workshop, and be asked to respond to…

Join the Somerville Redevelopment Authority Board

Are you passionate about contributing to the redevelopment and revitalization of Somerville's neighborhoods? Consider applying for a position on the Somerville Redevelopment Authority (SRA) Board. The SRA is currently seeking applications for one open board position. The application deadline is April 15, 2024. About the Somerville Redevelopment Authority The SRA is dedicated to enhancing the livability and prosperity of various areas within the City through the implementation of urban renewal.…

Somerville Community Invited to Women’s History Month Celebration

Mayor Ballantyne, the Somerville Commission for Women, Somernova, and the City’s Department of Racial and Social Justice are announcing the City’s third annual Women’s History Month celebration. Members from the Somerville community are invited to join the celebration and share in honoring the many contributions of women throughout our history. The event will take place on Wednesday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Somernova, 29 Properzi Way. Registering for the event via RSVP is encouraged but not…

Join the Morrison Avenue Flood Relief & Water Quality Improvements Community Meeting on March 25

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 6 Councilor Lance Davis, and Ward 5 Councilor Naima Sait invite you to join a virtual community meeting to learn about flood relief and water quality improvement efforts planned for Morrison Avenue (Cedar Street to Grove Street) and the surrounding neighborhood. The meeting will take place Monday, March 25, at 6 p.m. Visit somervillema.gov/morrisonave to learn more. At this meeting, City staff will introduce the project and share initial concept designs. Following…

Mayor Ballantyne Introduces Innovative Municipal Housing Voucher Program

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne announced today the City of Somerville's Office of Housing Stability’s (OHS) new Municipal Voucher Program that targets needed local support to families historically underserved by broader government housing programs. “We know that families in need of housing help are falling through the gaps, and our new voucher program will help Somerville families that need it most secure stable, local, housing so they can continue to thrive here,” said Mayor Katjana Ballantyne. “Our…

New Somerville School Building Committee Seeking Members

Are you interested in helping to provide technical and fiscal oversight for Somerville’s next school construction project? Apply to join the Somerville School Building Committee by the deadline on Friday, April 5, 2024.  Based on the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA)’s recent vote to invite Somerville into their funding program, our next school construction project will address the school building needs of the Winter Hill Community Innovation School and potentially the Benjamin G.…

Somerville Board of Health Updating Tobacco and Nicotine Regulations

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing that the Somerville Board of Health recently tightened two key regulations for tobacco/nicotine retail sales in Somerville. As of March 1, 2024, the cap on the number of tobacco/nicotine retail licenses within Somerville will progressively decline. Each time a permit is surrendered, revoked, or not renewed, the cap will be adjusted downward. Additionally, all retailers will now be required to verify the age of every purchaser of tobacco/nicotine products…

Interim Paving and Streetscape Planning for Highland Avenue

To help community members stay informed on planned work for Highland Avenue, the City of Somerville is sharing important information regarding the current timeline for utility work, upcoming interim paving, and the streetscape redesign process.  Mayor Katjana Ballantyne’s fiscal year 2024 budget, approved by the City Council in June, allocates $375,000 for interim paving of eastern Highland Avenue from Central Street to McGrath Highway. This stretch is one of Somerville’s most traveled roadways…

City of Somerville Reopening Search for Next Chief of Police

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is announcing the reopening of Somerville’s nationwide search for its next Chief of Police. The comprehensive search will be led by the City’s Racial and Social Justice and Human Resources Departments. GovHR, a national public-sector executive recruitment firm, will continue to act as the City’s external consultant to identify candidates with the requisite experience and principles to lead the Somerville Police Department.  Interested candidates will find more…

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