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Somerville Condominium Review Board Seeks One Member

Friday, May 14, 2021
 The City of Somerville seeks to fill one vacancy on the City’s Condominium Review Board. This position is open to Somerville renters or homeowners who are age 62 or older, who have a disability, or who earn 80% of the Area Median Income ($70,750) or less. The Condominium Review Board is responsible for administering the City’s Condominium Conversion Ordinance, which governs proposed conversion of rental units to condominium units. The Board consists of five members who are appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council.

Supervised Consumption Site Town Hall, 6/10

Friday, May 14, 2021
 Join a community meeting on Thursday, June 10, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., to learn about supervised consumption sites (SCS) data and research. At the meeting you can learn more about how SCS work, see data from a recently conducted needs assessment and evaluation that includes input from potential clients of the SCS and other community members, and ask questions and share feedback. A draft version of the needs assessment and evaluation will be available at www.somervillema.gov/SCS by Tuesday, June 8. What is a supervised consumption site?

City Moves to Acquire Somerville Armory Building

Friday, May 14, 2021
 Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone submitted a $5 million proposal to the City Council to acquire the Somerville Armory building at 191 Highland Ave., which the Council approved by a unanimous vote at its May 13 meeting. The City would be acquiring the property via eminent domain and would preserve the facility for arts uses. It would be the first publicly owned arts and culture center in Somerville, a city known for its vibrant arts community. 

FCC Offering Emergency Broadband Benefits

Wednesday, May 12, 2021
 Starting today, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is accepting applications for its Emergency Broadband Internet Program. The program is part of the American Rescue Plan Act passed earlier this year and will offer a credit of up to $50 a month for residential Internet connections and $100 toward the purchase of a computer or tablet. Only one monthly discount and one device discount is allowed per household.

Free Two-Day Virtual Training on Trauma Support, June 4 and 11

Tuesday, May 11, 2021
 The City of Somerville Health and Human Services Department is partnering with Riverside Trauma Center to offer a free two-day virtual training in Psychological First Aid and Post-Traumatic Stress Management for individuals who live or work in Somerville.      

Somerville Annual Water System Flushing Program Begins 5/17/21

Monday, May 10, 2021
 The City of Somerville Water and Sewer Department will begin its annual Unidirectional Flushing Program on Monday, May 17, 2021 and will continue through late October. Flushing will be done on Mondays and Thursdays between 6 pm and midnight to minimize disruptions to our customers. The flushing program is important to maintain a healthy water distribution system. Residents will be notified of flushing in your area through posting of signage on street corners of the neighborhoods being affected and our 311 system. 

Applicants Sought for Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change

Monday, May 10, 2021
 Mayor Curtatone is seeking applications from Somerville residents to serve on the Mayor’s Commission on Energy Use and Climate Change (CEUCC). The CEUCC advises the City and the Mayor’s Office of Sustainability and Environment on climate change and energy policy issues and assists the City in program design and outreach related to these topics. 

Two Creative Arts Spaces Surveys Now Accepting Responses

Monday, May 10, 2021
 The Somerville Arts Council and Metropolitan Area Planning Council are conducting two surveys to find out if Somerville artists have stable access to space for their work. There are two surveys: one for individuals and one for organizations.

Nine Metro North Communities, Cambridge Health Alliance & Tufts University to Launch Collaborative COVID-19 Vaccination Sites

Tuesday, May 4, 2021
 The new Metro North COVID-19 Vaccination Partnership -- a consortium of nine cities, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA), and Tufts University -- announced today that it will open three joint vaccination sites to expand COVID-19 vaccine access in the metro north area. The regional partnership was recently approved by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health as a part of its statewide network of vaccination locations.

Somerville Passes First-of-Its-Kind Native Planting Ordinance

Monday, May 3, 2021
 Somerville has passed a Native Planting Ordinance that establishes minimum requirements for native plants and trees to be planted in City-owned parks, open spaces, and streets. The legislation, which applies to new plantings carried out by the City or on behalf of the City, grew out of discussions between the Administration, the City Council, and community advocates and passed unanimously in March. 

Outdoor Face Covering Rules Relaxed Starting April 30

Thursday, April 29, 2021
 The City of Somerville will be joining the State in relaxing outdoor face covering guidelines. Starting Friday, April 30, residents will not have to wear a face covering when outdoors if they can socially distance. Masks will still be required in public indoor spaces, outdoor spaces where social distancing is not possible, at large events, and at any City-permitted activities, including outdoor fitness and yoga classes. At smaller gatherings in private homes face coverings are recommended but not required.

Roadway Paving: Lower Medford St. & Ward St.

Thursday, April 29, 2021
 Weather permitting, City contractors will mill and pave the following streets as part of the City’s Pavement Management Program: Medford St. (Somerville Ave. to Lambert St.) Ward St. Anticipated Schedule Milling: Overnight Sunday to Monday, May 2 to 3, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Paving: Overnight Sunday to Monday, May 9 to 10, 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Anticipated Traffic Impacts Road closures and detours in effect during work hours.

Vehicle Booting and Towing Resumes May 3 in Somerville

Wednesday, April 28, 2021
 The City of Somerville will resume booting and towing vehicles with five or more overdue, unpaid parking tickets starting Monday, May 3. Booting and towing operations were suspended last year at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.  

Joint Statement on Justice for George Floyd

Wednesday, April 21, 2021
 Following months of speculation and uncertainty, yesterday’s guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin’s trial for the murder of George Floyd last May brought with it long-awaited accountability for Derek Chauvin’s actions. But while accountability is the first step toward justice, the full achievement of justice is measured through transformation. It is about repair, dedication, and actions. Our thoughts continue to be with Mr. Floyd’s family and loved ones, who have had to endure unspeakable pain.

Virtual Meeting to Discuss Kensington Connector Revitalization Designs, May 3

Tuesday, April 20, 2021
 Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone, State Senator Pat Jehlen, State Representative Mike Connolly, City Council President and Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin, and City of Somerville staff invite you to the second virtual public meeting to discuss the Kensington Connector Revitalization Project.  

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