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Somerville’s FY27 Public Budget Hearing on Wednesday, June 10
Budget season for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) has arrived and community members are invited to a Public Hearing where comment will be accepted on Wednesday, June 10. The annual budget outlines funding for essential city functions including schools, public safety, infrastructure, human services, and more. Mayor Jake Wilson will submit the proposed FY27 budget at the June 4 City…Somerville Police Launch Co-Response Pilot Program
This week, the Somerville Police Department (SPD) launched its Co-Response Pilot Program. The initiative will provide a proactive, real-time co-response by police and a public health professional for calls involving individuals who may be experiencing a mental or behavioral health crisis. The launch of this pilot is the result of years of intense community and cross-departmental work that identified a need and sought to address it,” said Mayor Jake Wilson. At the root of the program is a desire…Explore Designs for Somerville Ave Safety Improvements at June 9 Open House
Curious about the City’s plans to address travel safety concerns on Somerville Ave.? Join the Mobility Division on Tuesday, June 9, for an open house sharing early designs to deliver a safer travel environment on Somerville Ave between Elm and Bow Streets. When? Tuesday, June 9, 5:30 – 7:30pm (Inclement weather date: Wednesday, June 10) Where? Conway Park, 550 Somerville Ave. Community input on safety concerns and transportation priorities…Staffing Update from Mayor Wilson, Friday, May 22, 2026
Layoffs are always a last resort. But like many communities across the Commonwealth and country, we have found ourselves facing a difficult budget season. For Somerville, that took the form of a $5.4 million projected budget shortfall for the next fiscal year that needed to be addressed. To close the gap, we worked first to raise revenues, pay down debt with reserves, and make strategic cuts to non-personnel costs citywide. While those measures made some headway, we were still left with needing…Public Hearing on Proposed FY27 Water and Sewer Rates May 28: Somerville Community Encouraged to Join
The City of Somerville Water & Sewer Department invites all community members to a public hearing to review proposed Water and Sewer rates for Fiscal Year 2027. Water and Sewer rates are typically adjusted each year. Proposed changes and items to be discussed include: A 15% increase in revenues from water volumetric charges; A 15% increase in revenues from sewer volumetric charges; No changes to existing base charges for both water…Somerville Honoring Pride Month and Celebrating Queer Community
Prepare for Born This Way to re-enter the charts as Pride Month 2026 kicks off in Somerville. The City of Somerville’s Health and Human Services Department will kick off Pride Month with the annual Pride Flag Raising ceremony on Thursday, June 4, at 5 p.m. on the City Hall Concourse. Community members are invited to join for remarks from Mayor Wilson, the LGBTQ+ Services Division, and youth representatives from Somerville’s LGBTQ+ community. This year, the City …City of Somerville Raising Parking Permit and Meter Fees
The City of Somerville is updating residential and business parking permit fees, as well as parking meter rates as part of an ongoing effort to maintain and operate the City’s parking system amid rising costs and increasing demand for limited curb space. The City will continue waiving residential parking permit and visitor pass fees for residents age 65 and older and for residents with disability placards or plates who will receive those permits at no cost. Why are Parking Rates Going Up?…Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan Public Meeting June 2
The Cities of Cambridge and Somerville, together with the Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA), are holding an informational meeting on their $1.29 billion Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Plan, which is a legal requirement. A Combined Sewer Overflow is an overflow of stormwater and sewage into nearby rivers and streams that can happen during heavy rain. The draft plan, which is the first in the nation to account for long-…Make Your Plan for Somerville’s “Salute to Service” Parade on May 16 & Remembrance Ceremony on May 25
This weekend, events kick off in Somerville to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans. First, join us this Saturday, May 16, for the ‘Salute to Service’ parade (also known as Somerville’s Memorial Day parade). Then on Monday, May 25, Somerville's annual Memorial Day remembrance ceremony will be held at Veterans Cemetery. This year's event timeline is a special observance of Memorial Day, Armed Forces Day, and the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Both…Mayor Wilson Statement on 5/14 Davis Square Incident
The Somerville Police are actively investigating an assault with a knife-like weapon that occurred this morning on Holland Street between persons believed to be known to one another. Fortunately, the victim’s injuries were non-life-threatening, and first and foremost my thoughts are with them and wishes for their full recovery. I am extremely upset for the victim and the community. Our public spaces have to be safe and welcoming for everyone. We know residents are frustrated and concerned…Feedback
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