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Watch Somerville’s Virtual Inaugural Ceremonies, January 3

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Somerville Recognized as One of 95 Global Climate-Action Leaders on CDP 2021 A List

Somerville has been recognized as a global leader in climate action by environmental-impact nonprofit CDP. Somerville is one of 95 cities to make the 2021 CDP Cities A List, scoring top marks for its ambitious, transparent work to address climate change.  

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Watch Mayor Katjana Ballantyne's Inaugural Address

Good evening, Somerville.

I stand before you tonight for an inauguration ceremony that will be unlike any our city has ever seen.

Normally, I’d be addressing a crowd of people and I’d be able to thank Senator Markey and Paula Magnelli in person for their kind words.

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Affordable Homeownership Opportunity at 375 Canal Street, Assembly Row

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and the City of Somerville Housing Division are pleased to announce an income-restricted resale homeownership opportunity in Assembly Row. 

Unit 602 at 375 Canal Street is a one-bedroom condo available to households with a yearly gross income at or below 80% of Area Median Income ($70,750 for a one-person household, or $80,850 for a two-person household). 

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Pearl Street Reconstruction and Safety Improvements Public Meeting, January 19

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne and Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin invite you to a virtual community meeting to discuss roadway upgrades and traffic safety improvements on the eastern portion of Pearl Street, from McGrath Highway to Mount Vernon Street.

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Mayor Ballantyne Announces Inclusive, Equity-Focused 100-Day ‘Somerville Progress for All’ Agenda

From COVID Response and Recovery to Affordability for All, from Racial and Social Justice to Transparency, 100-Day Agenda Released

In her inaugural address on Monday, January 3, newly elected Mayor Katjana Ballantyne laid out her vision for an administration that is inclusive and transparent, examines every issue through an equity lens, and strives to ensure progress made in the city positively affects all residents and businesses. She also promised to announce her 100-day work plan, and today she delivers on that promise with the release of the 100-Day Somerville ‘Progress for All’ Agenda.

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Watch Mayor Katjana Ballantyne's Inaugural Address

Good evening, Somerville.

I stand before you tonight for an inauguration ceremony that will be unlike any our city has ever seen.

Normally, I’d be addressing a crowd of people and I’d be able to thank Senator Markey and Paula Magnelli in person for their kind words.

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Jan. 14 Board of Health Meeting: Discussion/Vote on Proposed Vaccine Mandate

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Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing Opportunity for Somerville Residents on Saturday, January 15

Update: All appointments for this location are full, but walk-ins are still being accepted at:

Igreja Internacional da Graça de Deus, 78 Franklin St. (use rear entrance via parking lot behind building)

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Somerville Launches Free COVID Testing Sites in East Somerville

PCR testing available to residents and workers, regardless of health insurance or immigration status

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