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2015 Municipal Elections Calendar Available
The 2015 Municipal Elections Calendar is available below. The City of Somerville encourages all eligible residents to register to vote and participate in the elections process. Please note: The 2015 Preliminary Election is on a Thursday this year: September 17th, 2015. Nomination papers will be available on Monday, May 11th at the Elections Office (in the lower level of City Hall, at 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143). 2015 Municipal Elections Calendar Who can register to vote? A…UNION SQUARE CIVIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE EXPANDS
UNION SQUARE CIVIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE EXPANDS CAC to help shape agreements over the next year that will guide Union Square development SOMERVILLE -Eight new members are joining the Union Square Civic Advisory Committee (CAC), which is expanding and broadening the committee's experience, diversity, and representation of the neighborhood, as the community planning process for the square continues this spring. The City sought new community members, local advocates and business owners with a range…SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT PROGRAM LAUNCHING IN UNION SQUARE
SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT PROGRAM LAUNCHING IN UNION SQUARE Services offered in connection with kickoff of neighborhood planning process SOMERVILLE –A new City program that offers technical assistance, financial services and other support to small businesses and in multiple languages will launch in Union Square as part of the community planning process for the neighborhood now underway, in partnership with master developer partner Union Square Station Associates (US2), which is…Historic Preservation Plaques Still Available
Somerville's Historic Preservation Commission (SHPC) reminds Somerville homeowners that if your home has been determined to have historical significance, plaques are available for purchase through the City's Historic Plaque Program. Eligible homeowners can purchase the plaques from the SHPC for $50, which is at-cost from the City's vendor. Each plaque identifies the historic name of the house, based upon the first one or two owners, and the date of construction or, if not exactly known, "circa…Free Flu Vaccine Clinic Moved to 12/20
Flu Clinic Schedule Changed for Week of Dec. 15 Due to pre-scheduled meetings, there will be no walk-in flu vaccination clinic at the City Hall Annex on Thursday, Dec. 18. A clinic will be held on Saturday, Dec. 20 at the Winter Hill Community School cafeteria (please use the Medford St. entrance) from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Clinics are open for residents and non-residents ages five years and older. While there is no charge for vaccinations, attendees are asked to bring an insurance card if available…CITY, UTILITY COMPANIES TO ADDRESS NON-HAZARDOUS GAS LEAKS
CITY PLANS TO WORK WITH UTILITY COMPANIES IN ADDRESSING NON-HAZARDOUS GAS LEAKS Report reveals non-hazardous leaks costing ratepayers money, adding to greenhouse gas emissions and damaging City trees SOMERVILLE – A report by a local non-profit on non-hazardous natural gas leaks in Somerville and Cambridge has highlighted the need for the City and utility companies to undertake a coordinated effort to address the leaks, which while not presenting a safety hazard or explosion risk…ARTS COUNCIL ANNOUNCES POET LAUREATE & KIDS MAKER SERIES
SOMERVILLE ARTS COUNCIL ANNOUNCES POET LAUREATE, KIDS MAKER SERIESCity’s Arts Council adds two highly anticipated projects to its repertoire for fall 2014. SOMERVILLE - This month, the Somerville Arts Council is rolling out two exciting and anticipated projects in the City: the introduction of a Poet Laureate for Somerville and a Kids Maker Series. Continuing its commitment to providing innovative and multi-level opportunities for residents of all ages, the programs support and benefit both the…CITY TO LAUNCH AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM
CITY TO LAUNCH COMPREHENSIVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM “Sustainable Neighborhoods” plan to broaden and deepen Somerville’s affordability efforts includes 100-home strategy, expansion of inclusionary zoning, tax credits for benevolent landlords and increased SomerVision housing goals Mayor Curtatone's Sustainable Neighborhoods Presentation (PDF) Link: Apply to Serve on Sustainable Neighborhoods Networking Group SOMERVILLE –In the face of a regional affordable housing crisis, the…Candlelight Vigil for Domestic Violence 10/1
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Somerville Commission for Women announce the Annual Candlelight Vigil in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on Wednesday, October 1 at 6 p.m. at the Somerville Public Safety Building, 220 Washington Street. The vigil walk begins at 6 p.m. through Union Square, concluding with a speaking agenda at the Public Safety Building at 6:30 p.m. City and local agencies will be available beginning at 5:30 p.m. with informational materials and to answer questions.…Feedback
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