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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.

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Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this public meeting will be conducted via remote participation.



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These meetings are open to the public and all are welcome.



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Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2025, this meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals will be conducted via remote participation.



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Somerville's Anti-Displacement Task Force to Host Film Screening & Panel Discussion Thursday, June 12

Event to feature the ADTF-commissioned short film “Displacement Stories” and panel discussion with task force members

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.

Mayor Ballantyne Submits FY26 Somerville Budget to City Council

Budget prioritizes schools, stability, and progress amid economic uncertainty

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.

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There will be a Public Hearing before the City Council’s Committee on Finance, meeting as a Committee of the Whole for public input on the proposed FY 2026 municipal budget. 



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Experience a unique celebration recognizing three distinct cultures whose histories intertwined at Ten Hills Farm.



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Members of the Somerville community are invited to join neighbors, friends, and other residents at this year’s Juneteenth Flag Raising.



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Somerville Celebrating Juneteenth with Flag Raising and Citywide Events

Programs scheduled throughout June to honor Black voices, heritage, and resilience

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the Somerville Department of Racial and Social Justice (RSJ) invite community members to celebrate Juneteenth in Somerville by joining in events happening through the month of June that explore an array of experiences and perspectives.

City Hall Flag Raising

All are invited to join Somerville’s third annual Juneteenth flag raising and on Monday, June 16, on the City Hall concourse (93 Highland Ave.) from noon to 1 p.m. 

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