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Solidarity and Sanctuary Cities: An Open Letter from Mayor Curtatone
Joseph A. Curtatone, Mayor of Somerville, MA Ben Echevarria, Executive Director of The Welcome Project, Somerville, MA In the wake of the election, our phones have been ringing off the hook. We've heard from parents who fear they will be rounded up while their young children wait for them at home. We've heard from women, Muslims, members of the LGBTQ community, and students of color fearing intensified discrimination. We've heard from people who believe equality and decency are core American…West Branch Library Renovation Community Meeting
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and Ward 6 Alderman Lance Davis invite you to a West Branch Library Community Meeting. At the meeting you can get updates from the project team and library staff on the plans to renovate the library, ask questions, and provide feedback. The West Branch Library Community Meeting will be held Mon, Nov. 14, at 6:30 p.m., at the Somerville Community Baptist Church, 31 College Ave. For more information, please call the Capital Projects and Planning Department at 617-625-…Cable Television Renewal License Transfer Hearing
The public is invited to attend a public hearing and give testimony on the request for approval of the transfer of control of the cable television licensee from Yankee Cable Partners, LLC to Radiate Holdings, LP due to the sale of RCN from Yankee Cable to Radiate Holdings. The hearing will be held Wed., Nov. 16, at 6 p.m., in the Third Floor Conference Room of City Hall, 93 Highland Ave. A copy of the FCC document detailing the license transfer is available at the Somerville City Clerk’s Office…Lower Speed Limit Goes Into Effect November 7 in Somerville
As of Monday, November 7, new speed limit signs will be up at city entrances and lower speed limits will be in effect across the City of Somerville. The new speed limit throughout the city is 25 mph unless otherwise posted. Posted exceptions with higher speed limits include some main thoroughfares as well as state roads such as Route 16 and McGrath Highway. Posted exceptions with lower speed limits include slow zones such as those near schools. The change in speed limits comes as the Municipal…Join Historic Preservation Commission for Tours of Milk Row Cemetery, Prospect Hill Tower
Wondering about the residents of this historic Milk Row Cemetery dating back to 1804? Join the Somerville Historic Preservation Commission on Sunday, November 6, from 2 to 4 p.m., for the final public opening of 2016. Due to its fragile condition, the site is often closed to the public, except by appointment, or during regular openings during the seasonal months. At those times, volunteer docents, often dressed in historic period clothing, will help you learn a little about the buried residents…Community Invited to Submit Logo Ideas & Sketches for Somerville’s 175th Birthday
SOMERVILLE – Did you know?: in 2017, the City of Somerville is celebrating its 175th birthday, 175 years since we separated from Charlestown, and we’re celebrating all year long. The events will kick off in January 2017, at the City’s Mid-Term Address and Ceremonies, where we will unveil the official 175th birthday banner and logo. This is where you come in! We are seeking logo ideas and sketches to be considered for the 175th celebrations. Winning logo(s) will be featured on all banners,…Saturday, October 22 is National Take Back Day
Help us keep our youth safe by properly disposing of unused and unwanted medications. Clean out your medicine cabinet and properly dispose of prescription medication. Collection sites: 220 Washington St. The Somerville Police Department (available 24/7) 220 Broadway, Central Fire Station 6 Newbury St. (Teele Square) Somerville Fire Station Somerville residents are encouraged to dipose of unwanted medications safely and properly. There is always a permanent MedReturn Drug…Somerville to Allow Permit Applications for Four Medical Marijuana Dispensaries
SOMERVILLE – Somerville Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone has accepted the recommendation of the City’s Medical Marijuana Advisory Committee to allow four* applicants to seek special permits to open medical marijuana dispensaries at four committee-approved locations in Somerville. Letters of non-opposition were sent to the selected applicants this week. This clears the first hurdle toward establishing medical marijuana dispensaries in Somerville, which voted by a significant margin (73%) in support of…Drop-In Meeting to Discuss Beacon Street Reconstruction, Oct. 26
Join the City’s Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development, MassDOT and construction teams on Wednesday, October 26, from 6 to 7 p.m., for a drop-in Q&A regarding the ongoing Beacon Street Reconstruction Project. City and project staff will be at the Thirsty Scholar Pub, 70 Beacon Street, to answer questions and concerns as the construction season winds down for the winter. There is no presentation; drop in for five minutes, or stay for 50 minutes and chat with the project teams…Member Sought for Community Preservation Committee
SOMERVILLE – Do you have a passion for parks, affordable housing, and historic preservation? The City of Somerville wants your help and is now accepting applications for one public position on the Community Preservation Committee, which oversees the selection of projects to be recommended for funding by an estimated $2 million in annual Community Preservation Act (CPA) revenues. Residents are encouraged to apply and applications must be submitted by October 21, 2016. Somerville voters…Feedback
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