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Celebrate Fair Housing Month with Two Community Events in Somerville
April is Fair Housing Month, and Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is inviting residents to learn about housing rights, discrimination, and how we build a more inclusive community at two free events hosted by the Fair Housing Commission and the Department of Racial and Social Justice. Both events are free, open to all, and include food and refreshments. Fair Housing Film Screening & Panel Discussion Date: Thursday, April 10; 7–8:30 p.m. Location: Central Library (79 Highland Ave) About:…Voting Now Open for Somerville’s Second Cycle of Participatory Budgeting
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne invites all Somerville residents ages 12 and older to vote in the City’s second cycle of Participatory Budgeting. Voting is open now through April 30 and residents will help decide how to invest $1 million in community-generated projects to improve Somerville. Participatory Budgeting is about putting decision-making power directly in the hands of our community, and unsurprisingly, our residents have stepped up once again with vision and passion,” said Mayor Ballantyne…One Somerville, Every Child: Mayor Ballantyne Invites Somerville to Celebrate Explore the ‘Week of the Young Child’ April 5, 2024 through April 11, 2025
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Superintendent Rubėn Carmona, and Somerville’s early childhood community invite Somerville caregivers, children, and educators to celebrate the Week of the Young Child from April 5 to 11, 2025. The Week of the Young Child was designated by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to focus public attention on the needs of young children and their families. This week of celebrations will include programming and…Message from Mayor Ballantyne on Tufts Student Detainment and Mass Deportation
Dear Community, We should all be deeply concerned that on Tuesday a Somerville resident and Tufts student with a valid student visa was taken away by federal agents for what appears to be the exercise of free speech rights. Whether you agree with anyone else’s opinion or not, all Americans should be standing up for the right of each of us to share our views without the risk of being whisked away in an unmarked car by our national government. It’s that simple. Rumeysa Ozturk must be…Somerville Street Sweeping, Yard Waste Pickup, and Hazardous Waste Drop-off Begin in April
Spring has sprung, and with it, essential seasonal services for our residents. Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, the Somerville Parking Department, and the Department of Public Works want to remind everyone of important upcoming services. Street Sweeping to Resume April 1 Regular street sweeping schedules officially resume Tuesday, April 1, and will continue through December 31, 2025. This essential public works program not only keeps our city cleaner, but reduces the…Mayor Ballantyne Announces Transformation of Founders Rink into All-Ages Recreation Hub
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne today announced the transformation of Founders Ice Rink into a multi-purpose recreation hub serving all ages. This exciting development comes after a successful pilot period showcasing the community's demand for diverse recreational activities. The Administration is proposing a significant upgrade following the rink's seasonal closure with the installation of a multi-purpose gym floor. The estimated $168,000 for this upgrade requires funding approval by the…Somerville PorchFest 2025: Important Safety & Event Updates
The Somerville Arts Council is excited to announce PorchFest 2025, the citywide live music event, is returning on Saturday, May 10, from 12 to 6 p.m. (rain date: Sunday, May 11). To ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-organized experience for all, this year’s event will feature new safety measures and structural updates designed to enhance the day for both performers and residents. All information is available on somervilleartscouncil.org/porchfest Key Updates & Changes for 2025…Somerville's 311 Service Marks 20 Years of Connecting the Community with City Hall
During the week of March 11, the City of Somerville is not only celebrating National 3-1-1 Day, it is marking the 20th anniversary of it’s 311 Constituent Services Office. The first 311 service to be established in the region, Somerville’s 311 team works year-round, around the clock, and through every storm to connect the Somerville community to City Hall and its services. Known for its "One Call to City Hall" mantra, Somerville’s 311 service launched in December 2005 with a team of just…Somerville Class of 2025 Invited to Apply for Municipal Scholarship Opportunity
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Municipal Scholarship Committee are reminding Somerville residents graduating high school in 2025 to apply now for seven municipal scholarship opportunities. Selected applicants will receive $1,000 to help with post-secondary education expenses. To qualify for consideration, students must be in high school, a resident of the City of Somerville at the time the financial aid is awarded, and be accepted to an accredited post-secondary…Learn About Somerville's Upcoming Consolidated Affordable Housing Waitlist at March Information Sessions
The City of Somerville is launching a Consolidated Rental Waitlist to simplify the application process for income-restricted rental units. To help residents navigate the new system, the Housing Division will host a series of information sessions in March. To reach the most amount of people, the sessions will alternate between virtual and in-person meetings. "We are committed to making the search for affordable housing as clear and straightforward as possible," said Mayor Katjana Ballantyne.…Feedback
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