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Join Somerville's Annual Holiday Celebrations
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council (SAC) warmly invite the Somerville community to join in the City’s 2024 holiday celebrations. The City will illuminate City Hall concourse with festive Christmas tree and menorah lighting events that will include snacks, refreshments, entertainment and gifts for children. The community is also invited to see the creativity and holiday spirit of their neighbors by embarking on either a self-guided or SAC-led Illuminations Tour. More…Donate to Local Holiday Gift Drives at City Buildings Through Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne announces the City’s annual support of local holiday gift and toy donation drives. In the giving spirit of the season, the City is placing toy and gift donation collection boxes at City buildings, libraries, and firehouses from Tuesday, December 3, through Wednesday, December 18. Donated gifts will support two community gift drives for families in need of gifts for children and teens this holiday season. All gifts will be distributed to families by two…Somerville Releases Draft Master Plan for Armory Building to Preserve and Grow as Arts Hub
After an extensive community process, the City of Somerville has released a draft Somerville Armory Master Plan, a roadmap of how to best preserve and envision a future for the Armory building, located at 191 Highland Ave., as a thriving community arts center for years to come. In 2021, to prevent pandemic impacts from forcing the sale of the Armory building by its previous owner, and the eviction of its tenants, the City purchased the building to protect its use as an arts center. The…Residents Reminded to Follow Outdoor Fire Regulations During Ongoing Dry Conditions
As high-risk fire weather continues, Fire Chief Charles Breen reminds residents to be extremely cautious and follow all outdoor fire regulations. “The Somerville Fire Department encourages residents to be very cautious with outdoor activities as recent weather conditions have left outdoor fuel sources extremely dry, heightening the risk of fire,” Chief Breen said. “Any outdoor fire is likely to spread quickly and become difficult to control due to recent dry conditions. In Somerville, those…Somerville Invited to Learn About Financial Assistance for Home Heating Costs
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the City of Somerville Health and Human Services (HHS) Department, and the Cambridge Fuel Assistance Program invite Somerville and Cambridge community members to learn more about financial assistance available to help with home heating costs this winter. The program helps low-income residents in Cambridge and Somerville pay their winter heating bills between November 1 and April 30. Renters and homeowners in both cities are eligible if they meet federal…City of Somerville Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Guide to Transforming Private Land into Public Spaces
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City’s Public Space and Urban Forestry (PSUF) Division, is announcing the release of the Civic Space Design Guide, that provides a framework for developers and municipalities to collaborate to create Privately Owned Public Spaces (POPS) that serve and welcome all Somerville residents and visitors. “Somerville is leading by example with this guide, which represents our commitment to innovation in public space and community building,” said Mayor Ballantyne. “The…Somerville Community Votes to Increase Community Preservation Act Funding
In a resounding show of community spirit and vision, Somerville residents have voted to double the Community Preservation Act (CPA) surcharge from 1.5% to 3%. This landmark decision will increase funding for vital projects, helping to create a more affordable, greener, and culturally rich Somerville. Appearing as Question 6 on the November 2024 ballot, the measure received overwhelming support, with 25,282 residents voting in favor. The new funding will be a game-changer for…Somerville Invited to Learn More About New Ordinance to Help Renters Access Benefits of Green Energy Upgrades Wednesday, November 20
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville’s Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE) invite you to a virtual community meeting to learn more about a proposed Rental Registry and Energy Disclosure ordinance designed to improve rental unit energy efficiency, affordability, and healthiness, as well as advance the City’s climate action and affordable housing efforts. Meeting Details When: Wednesday, November 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Where: Online via Zoom…Sign Up Today for Somerville’s Teen Snow Shoveling Program
The 2024/25 Somerville Teen Shoveling Program, a paid opportunity for youth to help local seniors and homeowners with disabilities after a snowstorm, is currently accepting applications. Sign Up to Shovel The program is available for teens aged 14 to 19 years old. All interested youths must submit an application. Youths aged 18 or 19 must also submit a CORI form. Interested Somerville youth are invited to attend an informational session on Thursday, November 14, at the…Statement on 2024 Presidential Election Results from Mayor Katjana Ballantyne
Español | Português | Kreyòl Ayisyen | नेपाली | 简体中文版 | 繁體中文版 Yesterday, millions of Americans exercised their right to vote in the presidential election, including over thirty thousand Somervillians, who voted overwhelmingly for the vision of hope, unity, and opportunity offered by Vice President Kamala Harris. For many of us, this morning was a difficult one to wake up to. Yesterday, we had hope for a future where the American promise of equality and…Feedback
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