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Somerville Public Schools Reopening Town Hall, 10/29
The Somerville Public Schools and the City of Somerville will be jointly hosting a second online Schools Reopening Town Hall on local efforts related to the 2020/2021 school year amid the coronavirus pandemic, including updates on building ventilation efforts and COVID-19 testing plans. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, at 6 p.m. Spanish, Portuguese, and Haitian Creole interpretation will be available. Participate in the Town Hall…APPLY BY NOV. 13: Somerville Seeking Resident to Serve on City’s Conservation Commission
Open Positions: One position available Term: 3 years Availability: Immediate The City of Somerville is currently seeking applicants for one open position on the Somerville Conservation Commission. The Conservation Commission is devoted to preserving and protecting Somerville's natural environment with an emphasis on wetlands, open space, and community gardens. Members are charged with administering and enforcing the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Wetlands Protection Act and Rivers…MBTA Public Meeting: Porter Sq. Retaining Wall Repairs
The MBTA is hosting a virtual public meeting on Thursday, November 5, at 6 p.m. to discuss the Porter Square Retaining Wall Repairs project. The meeting will include a project overview, anticipated construction schedule, and Q&A. This project will make critical safety-based infrastructure repairs to the retaining wall under Somerville Avenue and along the Commuter Rail right-of-way. Work began earlier this fall and is expected to continue through the summer of 2021. To…Three Surveys Currently Accepting Responses on COVID-19 Impacts and Data Sharing
Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and City Council President Matt McLaughlin announced today their intention to undertake a comprehensive review of the City’s charter, committing to working together to complete this effort as expeditiously as possible. The charter is the City’s constitution and determines how the City is structured and run. It establishes the responsibilities of the Mayor, City Council, School Committee, and other decision-making bodies and informs governance in Somerville. “City…COVID-19, Senior ResiStat Meetings Postponed
A COVID-19 update ResiStat meeting planned for today, October 20, and a ResiStat meeting geared toward seniors planned for tomorrow, October 21, have been postponed. New meeting dates will be announced as soon as they are available. For more information on this fall’s series of ResiStat meetings, visit the City’s website. Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication, written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications…No City-Sponsored or Permitted Halloween Events Allowed in Somerville due to Pandemic; Residents Urged to Substitute Safer Activities for Higher-Risk Traditional Trick-or-Treating
As part of the City’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mayor Joseph A. Curtatone and the Somerville Board of Health announced Halloween guidance and related updates today. They strongly urge all community members to forgo trick-or-treating in favor of lower-risk activities as defined by the Centers for Disease Control such as at-home activities and holiday crafts. All in-person City-sponsored and permitted events, such as the annual Haunted Hall event or block parties, will also…Updated COVID Mobile Testing Dates
The mobile testing unit will accept patients by appointment at roaming locations. You must call one of the phone numbers below to make an appointment during regular City Hall business hours (Monday-Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Thursday, 8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.). Please leave a message if no one answers. Staff members may be receiving a high volume of calls and will return your call as soon as possible. English: 617-682-0583 Spanish: 617-398-7770…Public Comment Sought on FY21 Community Preservation Act Applications
The City of Somerville Community Preservation Committee (CPC) is seeking public comment on Fiscal Year 2021 Community Preservation Act (CPA) funding applications for historic preservation and open space projects. This year, more than $430,000 is available to support projects in these categories. Feedback from residents will help inform the CPC’s award recommendations. The City received two applications in the open space category: Renovating the Healey School tot lot, which is the primary…ResiStat to Hold Virtual, Topic-Based Fall Meetings
10/20 & 10/21 ResiStat Town Halls Postponed Please note: The virtual ResiStat town hall meetings scheduled for Tuesday, October 20 and Wednesday, October 21 have been postponed and new dates will be announced. With the City still unable to hold in-person meetings due to coronavirus concerns, ResiStat will host a series of virtual events in the coming weeks, giving residents the opportunity to engage with Somerville elected officials and staff on key topics. The fall ResiStat series…Gilman Square Community Planning Update Meeting, October 7
Ward Councilors, City staff, and the Gilman Square Neighborhood Association will be holding a virtual meeting on Wednesday, October 7, to present conceptual streetscape designs and roadway improvements for the Gilman Square area. The meeting will run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. and interested parties can register to attend it at http://bit.ly/GilmanSqMeeting. The planning process aims to give the community the ability to prepare for a future in the Gilman area built around the soon-to-be-constructed…Feedback
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