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Elections: Nomination Papers Available May 1 - Return by June 7
Are you interested in running for local office? Beginning on May 1st, nomination papers for the Office of Mayor, Councilor at Large, Councilor, and School Committee will be available for you to take out. Don't miss out on this opportunity to help shape the future of Somerville! To start the process, make an appointment with the Elections Department to take out your nomination papers. Remember to schedule a separate appointment to return them. Appointments are available between May 1st and June…Somerville Anti-Displacement Task Force Seeks New Members
The City of Somerville Anti-Displacement Task Force (ADTF), which was formed to research and recommend policies to prevent residential displacement, has now expanded to advocate for a wider range of the Somerville community, including small business displacement and cultural displacement. The Task Force is seeking community members with an interest in working on anti-displacement policies to serve in a volunteer capacity on one of the Task Force’s three committees: …Somerville Prevention Services Hosting Webinars For Community To Learn More About Problem Gambling
The City’s Prevention Services division, in partnership with the Boston Chinatown Neighborhood Center (BCNC), invites the community to learn more about gambling, signs of problem gambling, how to prevent it, and treatment resources. The National Council on Problem Gambling estimates that two million adults in the U.S. meet the criteria for gambling disorder, with another four to six million people in the U.S. struggling with problem gambling. The Zoom webinars, which will be hosted in…SustainaVille Week Returns: Celebrate Climate Action in Somerville, April 22-29
Join Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Office of Sustainability and Environment for a series of free events, workshops, and interactive activities to celebrate SustainaVille Week, April 22-29, an annual celebration of sustainability and climate action in Somerville during the week of Earth Day. “Whether it’s planting a pollinator garden, advocating to decarbonize new construction in our area, recycling…Somerville Publishes City’s First Bicycle Network Plan
After more than a year of engagement, research, and analysis, the City of Somerville has released Somerville’s first-ever citywide Bicycle Network Plan. The Plan documents Somerville’s community-based vision for an 88-mile network of connected streets and paths where people of all ages and abilities will be able to bike safely and comfortably. Compared to the fragmented 30-mile network that exists today, the Bicycle Network Plan envisions a future with vastly more biking…Somerville to Participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, April 22
The City of Somerville is participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this month, hosting two collection events for residents to safely dispose of prescription medications. Collection events will take place Saturday, April 22, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 220 Washington St. and 6 Newbury St. Staff from the City’s Community Outreach, Help, and Recovery (COHR) Department and the Prevention Services Division will be at both locations to collect unused or…Applications Open for 18 Income-Restricted Rental Units at 346 Somerville Ave.
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Housing Division are pleased to announce that applications are now open for 18 income-restricted rental units at Union 346 (346 Somerville Ave.) in Union Square, available through the City of Somerville’s Inclusionary Housing Program. Units are available to households making at or below 50%, 80%, and 110% of the Area Median Income. The lottery includes 15 studios and three 1-bedroom units. About the Units: All units …Somerville's Memorial Day Parade Returns This Year
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Department of Veterans’ Services are pleased to announce Somerville’s Memorial Day parade will return this year on Sunday, May 28 (rain date: May 29). This year’s event will be the first time Somerville has hosted a parade on Memorial Day weekend since 2016. The City’s annual remembrance ceremony will immediately follow at Veterans Cemetery to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice while in service to our country. The parade will step off at noon from…Somerville Workers and Small Employers Invited to Attend Employment-Based Residency Information Session Hosted by Pathways for Immigrant Workers and City of Somerville
The City of Somerville and Pathways for Immigrant Workers will host a free immigration legal information session for small employers and lower-wage workers on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the East Somerville Community School Cafeteria located at 50 Cross St. The information session will share how small employers can sponsor lower-wage workers for employment-based permanent residency. Employers and workers will be invited to schedule an individual assessment with…Deadline Extended: Somerville to Partner with Nationally Recognized Urban Peace Institute on Anti-Violence Initiative
The deadline to apply for the Anti-Violence Working Group has been extended to Friday, May 19. Applicants can fill out the online form at https://bit.ly/rsj_avwg. Applications can also be emailed to rsj@somervillema.gov, or either hand-delivered or mailed to Somerville City Hall, Attn: RSJ Department, 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143. Please reach out to the RSJ Department with any questions or for more information at rsj@somervillema.gov or 781-808-8344. As part of…Feedback
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