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Somerville Unveils New Solar Panel Array at Somerville High School
This week, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Somerville Public Schools students and staff, and city staff celebrated another step in Somerville’s climate action efforts at a ceremonial ‘flip the switch’ event for a new solar panel array at Somerville High School. With nearly 17,000 square feet of solar panels, this marks the second solar installation for Somerville Public Schools, following an installation at East Somerville Community School. Together, these systems reflect the goals outlined in the…Join the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust
The City of Somerville is seeking two new members to join the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust (SAHT) in a volunteer role. The vacancies are for a representative professional in the field of banking or finance and a representative of a Somerville nonprofit whose primary mission is affordable housing. If you’re passionate about advancing affordable housing in our community, this is a great opportunity to make an impact. What is the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust? The…Celebrate Pride in Somerville at Big Gay Dance Party
Get ready to dance, celebrate, and show your Pride. Mayor Ballantyne and the Somerville Arts Council invite you for the return of Big Gay Dance Party in Union Square Plaza on Saturday, June 21, from 5 to 8:00 p.m. (Rain date: Sunday, June 22). This all-ages celebration will feature music by the one and only DJ Live, plus dazzling drag performances by Amanda Playwith, Lilly Rose Valore, and this year’s special guest, Drag King Tommy Boss. The theme this year is “Halloween in…Join Somerville Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 28
Mayor Ballantyne invites all to celebrate the start of summer and join the City of Somerville Parks and Recreation Department for the annual Family Fun Day event on Saturday, June 28, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Conway Park (550 Somerville Ave.). In the event of inclement weather, activities will move indoors to Founders Memorial Rink (8 Garden Court). There will be fun for kids of all ages including bounce houses, face painting, games, music, arts and crafts, and more. To learn more…City Offers Heat Safety Tips for High Temperatures
Just in time for June, summer weather is here! As things heat up this summer season, keep in mind the following precautions to stay safe and cool on high-heat days: Never leave children or pets alone in the car, even for a quick errand. Drink plenty of water. Practice sun safety by wearing sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses when outside. Find shade whenever possible throughout the day. Limit exercise to the early morning or the evening. Avoid strenuous…Massachusetts Sanctuary Cities Ask Federal Court To Block Trump Administration From De-Funding Them
Two sanctuary cities in Massachusetts—Somerville and Chelsea—today asked a federal court to block the Trump Administration’s attempts to strip them of federal funding because they refuse to be coerced into participating in the Administration’s mass deportation efforts. The Cities’ preliminary injunction motion follows closely on the heels of a formal notice issued late last week by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), designating both Cities as jurisdictions that must…Somerville's Anti-Displacement Task Force to Host Film Screening & Panel Discussion Thursday, June 12
As the next step after releasing three anti-displacement reports in January, the City of Somerville’s Anti-Displacement Task Force (ADTF) invites community members to a special event to highlight its work and continue the vital conversation around displacement in Somerville. All are welcome to join Task Force members, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, City Councilors, and fellow community members for this opportunity on Thursday, June 12, to celebrate the work of the Task Force and mark our…Somerville Community Preservation Act Funding Now Available for Historic Sites, Parks, and Public Spaces
Applications are now open for Somerville Community Preservation Act (CPA) funds to support open space, recreation, and historic preservation projects. Thanks to a voter-approved increase in the CPA surcharge last November, an estimated $7.2 million will be available this year for eligible projects. CPA funding for affordable housing is administered by the Somerville Affordable Housing Trust, while open space, recreation, and historic preservation projects are managed by the Community…Mayor Ballantyne Submits FY26 Somerville Budget to City Council
Mayor Katjana Ballantyne has submitted a $380.1 million Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) operating budget that delivers stability and progress, even as federal uncertainty, rising costs, and slowing development challenge local governments across the state. The proposal includes a $7.85 million increase to Somerville Public Schools spending, new goals for Climate action, emergency response, and supportive housing, and a continued focus on equity, collaboration, and core service delivery. “This budget…Somerville Avenue Quick Build Safety Improvements Project Kickoff Meeting, Monday, June 9
Everyone should feel comfortable when using our streets. This is one of the principles guiding the City’s ongoing work to create safer, more accessible streets across Somerville. With this principle in mind, the City has started planning and exploring options for improving safety along Somerville Avenue between Elm Street and Bow Street. As a first step, Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 5 Councilor Naima Sait, Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, Ward 2 Councilor J.T. Scott, and City…Feedback
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