City Updates

FBI & City Offer $10k Reward for Information Leading to the Arrest of Somerville Bank Robbery Suspect (UPDATE: Reward Doubled)

Thursday, May 9, 2019
Update (5/9/2019): The FBI Boston Violent Crimes Task Force and the Somerville Police Department are doubling the reward to $20,000 for information leading to the identification and arrest of a bank robber, believed to be armed and dangerous. The following is a press release from the Federal Bureau of Investigation:

One-Month Somerville Community Path Closure (Buena Vista Rd. to Cameron Ave.) Begins Mid-May for Upgrades

Friday, May 3, 2019
A section of the Somerville Community Path, from Buena Vista Rd. to Cameron Ave. behind the Davis Square T station, is expected to close on or around Monday, May 13, for the final phase of the Community Path Drainage & Retaining Wall Upgrades project. It’s anticipated to reopen around mid-June.

Night Market and Live Music Series Kicks Off in Union Square

Friday, May 3, 2019
Join the Somerville Arts Council and the Somerville Flea for a roaming series of three night markets that will take place throughout the city between May and July. The after-hours pop-up markets will feature live music as well as artisan and vintage vendors, and more, in Union Square, Ball Square, and Winter Hill.

Applications Available for Fiscal Year 2020 Community Preservation Act Funding

Thursday, May 2, 2019
Applications for this coming fiscal year’s Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds as well as the fiscal year 2020 Community Preservation Plan, which sets the funding allocations and priorities for the year, are now available.

Powder House Blvd. Office Hours Canceled, Community Meeting Scheduled for May 22

Thursday, April 25, 2019
Please note that the May 22 community meeting has been moved to 6:30 p.m. (originally 6 p.m.)

West Branch Library Renovation Groundbreaking, Thursday, April 25, 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, April 23, 2019
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 6 Councilor Lance Davis, and Somerville Library Director Cathy Piantigini invite you to celebrate the start of renovations to the West Branch Library at a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, April 25, at 11:30 a.m., at 40 College Avenue in Davis Square. Once work is completed, the West Branch will be accessible, will include community meeting space, and will be set up to meet modern library and community needs while preserving historic features.

Medford St. Bridge to Close Friday, May 17, 2019, Through Spring 2020

Monday, April 22, 2019
The Medford St. bridge, in Gilman Square behind Somerville High School (SHS), will close for construction starting Friday, May 17. It’s expected to remain closed through the spring of 2020. For the duration of this closure, all traffic will be detoured around the work zone via Pearl St. and McGrath Highway. Detour maps and directions are available on www.mass.gov/GLX in the Bridge Closures section.

Community Preservation Committee Survey: How Do You Think Funds Should Be Spent?

Sunday, April 14, 2019
Let the Community Preservation Committee know how you think this year's $2 million in new funding for affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space/recreation should be spent. Take this short survey: https://form.jotform.com/91006624977159. Learn more at www.somervillema.gov/cpa

Somerville Spring Cleanup Scheduled for Saturday, May 4

Thursday, April 11, 2019
Join the City of Somerville, Groundwork Somerville, and Comcast Cares for the annual Spring Cleanup, on Saturday, May 4, from 9 a.m. to noon. All participants are invited to meet at the Blessing of the Bay Boat House on Shore Drive from 9 to 10 a.m. for breakfast, a short speaking programs, and information from local environmental organizations before heading out to cleanup sites.

Open Letter from Mayor Curtatone and Superintendent Skipper on Education Reform

Tuesday, April 9, 2019
“We do not want to be a state with pockets of excellence. We want excellence to be the norm.”

7-Month Washington St. Bridge Closure Starts Monday, April 8; Shuttle Service Starts Tuesday, April 9

Friday, April 5, 2019
For the next phase of work on the Green Line Extension (GLX) Project, the Washington St. bridge, in East Somerville near McGrath Highway, will close for construction beginning Monday, April 8, at about 10 p.m. This bridge will close for two separate phases: first, from April 8 through approximately November 2019, then again from about April 2020 through August 2020.

Prospect Hill Park to Close Monday, April 8, for Rehabilitation

Thursday, April 4, 2019
On Monday, April 8, Prospect Hill Park will close to the public for the next phase of the Prospect Hill Park Rehabilitation Project. Preliminary work began in October 2018. The park is expected to reopen in 2020.

Patriots’ Day Celebration, April 15 at Foss Park

Thursday, April 4, 2019
Celebrate Patriots’ Day at the City’s annual festivities at Foss Park on Mon., April 15. “Paul Revere” will stop by during a reenactment of his historic ride from Boston to Lexington. Attendees can also enjoy the Colonial Fair where they can play games and complete a “Colonial Passport.” There will be Colonial-era refreshments and music by the Somerville High School band. The Patriots’ Day Celebration will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact Brandon Wilson at 617-625-6600 ext.

Community Update on City of Somerville - Tufts Partnership Agreement Negotiations 4/16

Thursday, April 4, 2019
The public is invited to a community update on the status of negotiations between the City and Tufts University for a new Partnership Agreement between the City and the university. Hosted by Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the members of the Mayor’s Tufts Partnership Negotiating Committee, the update will be held on Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m.

Powder House Blvd. Traffic Safety Plan Available Online

Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Learn more at www.somervillema.gov/PHB

Public Hearing on Traffic Calming and Pedestrian Safety April 3 at 6 p.m.

Monday, March 25, 2019
Members of the public are invited to attend and speak at a Public Hearing on traffic safety, traffic calming, and the Traffic Calming Petition submitted by the Somerville Pedestrian and Transit Advocacy Group and signed by approximately 350 people. The hearing will take place on Wednesday, April 3, at 6 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall.

Two Public Hearings on Youth Voting Rights for Municipal Elections April 4 at 3 and 6 p.m.

Friday, March 22, 2019
Members of the public are invited to attend and speak at two April 4 Public Hearings on a request from Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone to file a Home Rule Petition to the State Legislature requesting that 16- and 17-year-old Somerville citizens be granted legal voting rights for municipal elections.

Upcoming Vision Zero Safe Streets Meetings and Public Hearing

Thursday, March 21, 2019
The City of Somerville has been working to produce a strategic plan to guide its safe streets work, using the global “Vision Zero” movement as a framework to eliminate traffic crashes that result in severe injuries and fatalities. A series of community engagement opportunities have been scheduled for residents and stakeholders to discuss the City’s public policy framework around safe streets. Upcoming opportunties include:

Members Sought for Mayor’s Appointments Advisory Committee (Deadline Extended to April 3)

Thursday, March 21, 2019
The City is now accepting applications for positions on Mayor Joseph Curtatone’s Appointments Advisory Committee (AAC). The Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations for vacant Mayor-appointed posts on boards and commissions with regulatory or decision-making authority.

Mayors of Cambridge and Somerville Partner to Establish United Legal Defense Fund for Immigrants

Monday, March 18, 2019
Mayor Marc C. McGovern and Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone announced this morning the establishment of the United Legal Defense Fund for Immigrants, a partnership between the Mayors’ Offices and the Cambridge Community Foundation. “By unifying efforts to raise funds for the most vulnerable families in our community, we can help valued neighbors and stabilize families impacted by the stress and uncertainty of ongoing shifts in TPS and DACA status, and those seeking asylum.”

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