City Council Announces Survey & Community Meeting (5/5) Entitled: When She Calls 911 (A Conversation Concerning Safety in Somerville for Women/Womyn)
Saturday, April 10, 2021Women/Womyn & Safety Virtual Community Meeting, May 5, 6:30 p.m.:
Women/Womyn & Safety Virtual Community Meeting, May 5, 6:30 p.m.:
Virtual & Call-In COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A Discussion, 4/14 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, April 7, 2021Somerville residents and workers are invited to join a virtual (online and phone) COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A hosted by the Somerville Health and Human Services Department and the Cambridge Health Alliance on Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m.
Pearl Street Mobility Improvements Public Meeting, April 21
Tuesday, April 6, 2021Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin invite you to a virtual community meeting to discuss roadway upgrades and traffic safety improvements on Pearl Street. As part of the Pearl Street Reconstruction and Traffic Safety Improvements project, sidewalks will be reconstructed, the road will be repaved, and traffic safety upgrades will be installed on the eastern section of Pearl Street, between McGrath Highway and Mount Vernon Street. Construction is expected to begin later this year.
Healey Schoolyard Renovation Meeting, 4/15
Tuesday, April 6, 2021Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and Ward 4 City Councilor Jesse Clingan invite residents to participate in a community meeting on the Healey Schoolyard renovation project on Thursday, April 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Landscape architects from Warner Larson Landscape Architects will review the construction schedule and plans, which include the Healey tot lot and schoolyard, a new U-12 recreation field, and a new ADA ramp and staircase that will connect the Healey School and Mystic Housing.
First-Ever Regional Bike Share Public Meeting, April 13
Monday, April 5, 2021Join the first-ever Bluebikes regional community meeting to learn more about public transportation by bike. Bluebikes is the local bike share system, co-owned and managed by the municipalities of Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Everett, and Somerville. This meeting, organized and co-hosted by the municipalities, will review bike share in 2020, outline plans for 2021, and discuss questions and comments from attendees.
Elections Department Launches Appointment System for Municipal Candidates
Monday, April 5, 2021The City of Somerville’s Elections Department has set up an online appointment system to allow candidates for municipal office to safely pick up and drop off nomination papers and speak with Elections staff while City Hall remains closed to the public. Candidates can sign up for a 30-minute appointment between May 3 and June 9 at www.somervillema.gov/elections. For more information about municipal elections, including how to run for office and a full election cycle calendar, visit www.somervillema.gov/elections.
MassNotify App Alerts Users of Possible COVID-19 Exposure
Friday, April 2, 2021The cities of Somerville and Methuen are working with state public health officials on a pilot of MassNotify, a new tool that helps fight COVID-19 with smartphones. The pilot begins Monday, April 5. MassNotify can send you an “exposure alert” if you were in close contact with someone who anonymously shared through MassNotify that they tested positive for COVID-19.
Cities of Somerville and Revere Announce COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for Veterans, April 3
Friday, April 2, 2021The City of Somerville Office of Veterans’ Services, in partnership with the Revere Office of Veterans’ Services and the VA Boston Healthcare System, have announced a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for Veterans of all ages. The clinic will take place on Saturday, April 3, from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Beachmont Post 6712 located at 150 Bennington Street, Revere, MA 02151.
Street Sweeping Resumes April 1 in Somerville
Tuesday, March 30, 2021Regular street sweeping schedules resume Thursday, April 1, and continue through December 31, unless otherwise announced.
Some Reopening Restrictions to Ease Starting April 5
Tuesday, March 30, 2021As more residents have access to the COVID-19 vaccine, including essential and service industry workers, the City of Somerville is moving forward with some additional modest business reopening steps starting Monday, April 5. Somerville is still reopening at a more cautious pace than the state, remaining in a modified Phase 3, Step 1 of the State’s reopening plan until further notice.
Cities of Somerville and Revere Announce COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic for Veterans, April 3
Friday, March 26, 2021The City of Somerville Office of Veterans’ Services, in partnership with the Revere Office of Veterans’ Services and the VA Boston Healthcare System, have announced a COVID-19 vaccination clinic for Veterans of all ages. The clinic will take place on Saturday, April 3, from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. at the Veterans of Foreign Wars Beachmont Post 6712 located at 150 Bennington Street, Revere, MA 02151.
Some Outdoor Performances Allowed to Resume in Somerville
Thursday, March 25, 2021Because COVID-19 is less likely to be transmitted in outdoor settings, the City of Somerville has updated its COVID-19 guidelines to allow some outdoor performances to resume, both in public and private spaces, such as parks, plazas, or restaurant outdoor dining areas. Performances must have no or very low aerosol projection, meaning activities that do not include speaking or other vocal projection. For example, dance performances or instrumental music using non-wind-instruments are allowed, but a performance involving singing, speaking, or playing a woodwind or brass instrument is not.
Public Invited to Brickbottom Visioning Workshop April 7
Thursday, March 25, 2021Join the City of Somerville planning team and fellow community members to help shape the future of the Brickbottom area of Somerville through an interactive workshop. This will be the first of several events to help us create a Vision Plan that reflects the community's shared vision for the future of this area and can serve as a guide for future development. In this first session, we will discuss the existing conditions as well as several key improvement opportunities identified in our community outreach thus far.
Public Meeting to Introduce Poplar Street Pump Station at ArtFarm Preliminary Design, April 14
Wednesday, March 24, 2021Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 2 Councilor J.T. Scott, and City staff invite you to attend a virtual community meeting to introduce the Poplar Street Pump Station preliminary design and its integration with the ArtFarm project.
Full Vaccine Schedule Released; People 60+ and Some Workers Eligible 3/22
Friday, March 19, 2021The State has announced when all remaining groups will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
Joint Statement on Atlanta Shootings
Friday, March 19, 2021On Tuesday in Atlanta, Georgia, a shooting rampage at area spas left eight people dead, six of whom were women of Asian descent. This tragedy is emblematic of an unacceptable cruelty taking root in our society and serves as further evidence of the blatant racism in our country designed to oppress our neighbors, friends and community members. Hate crimes against Asians and Asian Americans in major U.S. cities rose by 150% last year, and within that number, women have been disproportionately targeted.
Virtual Meeting to Discuss Proposed Somerville Public Safety Building Project, March 31
Tuesday, March 16, 2021Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 1 City Councilor Matt McLaughlin, Ward 2 City Councilor J.T. Scott, and City staff invite you to a virtual community meeting to introduce the Public Safety Building Project. The meeting will take place Wednesday, March 31, at 6 p.m. The Public Safety Building Project will provide new facilities for the Somerville Police Department’s Headquarters and the Somerville Fire Department’s Engine 3 at 90 Washington Street in East Somerville, as well as space for additional civic, residential, and/or commercial functions.
City of Somerville Seeks Members for Planning Board, Zoning Board of Appeals, & Urban Design Commission
Tuesday, March 16, 2021The City of Somerville is seeking to fill vacancies on essential boards and commissions appointed by the Mayor and coordinated by the Mayor’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for community members with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community. Applications for the following positions will be accepted through Friday, March 26.
Conway Field Safety & Construction Public Meeting, March 24
Tuesday, March 16, 2021Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, Ward 2 City Councilor J.T. Scott, and City staff invite you to a virtual public meeting to discuss remediation at Conway Field. Representatives from the EPA and DEP will detail the site cleanup plans, safety precautions, and construction and address any questions or concerns.
Somerville Remains in Limited Phase 3, Step 1 Reopening; Capacity Limits Stay Status Quo
Monday, March 15, 2021The City of Somerville is remaining in reopening Phase 3, Step 1 until at least March 30 and capacity limits in Somerville businesses will remain at 25% or the limit set in the business’s City-approved health and safety plan until further notice.