Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Parking Department remind all residents that regular street sweeping schedules officially resume Friday, April 1, and continue through December 31, 2022.

On designated street sweeping days, vehicles must be moved from the side of the street being swept, as noted on signs posted on each street. The penalty for not complying with street sweeping parking regulations is a $50 fine. Community members are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the street sweeping schedule in areas where they park.

• $2 million to support addressing the wage gap for women
• $2.25 million for relief to pandemic-impacted businesses 
• Breakthrough agreements reached with large landlords to prevent evictions
• New housing voucher and flex fund programs to help keep residents in their homes
• Climate change goals raised from Carbon Neutral by 2030 to Carbon Negative
• Innovative rodent control technology deployed in city neighborhoods

Open Positions: One

Term: Three years

The Somerville Wage Theft Advisory Committee seeks one new member, and all Somerville residents are invited to apply. Boards and commissions offer an opportunity for residents with a range of experience, skills, expertise, and perspectives to share their talents and insights with their community.

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.