Sanctuary City Information & Resources
In 1987, the City of Somerville's City Council (then known as the Board of Aldermen) adopted a resolution establishing Somerville as a sanctuary city. Below is a timeline of Somerville's sanctuary city resolutions and policies.
1987 |
Sanctuary City Resolution |
1989 |
Revised Sanctuary City Resolution |
1993 |
Equal Opportunity Resolution |
2014 |
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2016 |
Reaffirmation of Sanctuary City Resolution |
Programs & Initiatives
Join us to celebrate Somerville’s open spaces, engage with the City outside of formal meetings, and of course – enjoy some pizza.
The City of Somerville’s New Small Business Vitality Grant offers up to 12 months of rental support for physical storefronts, with a maximum of $50,000.
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