Please join us in our annual Save Our Homes Walk which raises funds to help vulnerable Somerville families stay in Somerville. All funds raised go to families and individuals who are homeless and need to be rehoused or who are at imminent risk of displacement due to rent arrears, utility shut offs or similar circumstances. Continue reading SAVE THE DATE JUNE 9, 2019 2:00 P.M. 16TH ANNUAL SAVE OUR HOMES WALK CITY HALL SOMERVILLE
Daily Archives: April 27, 2019
City of Somerville Seeking Climate Forward Ambassadors
The City of Somerville is seeking community members looking for an opportunity to learn something new, get more involved in the community, and become local leaders as Climate Forward Ambassadors. Continue reading City of Somerville Seeking Climate Forward Ambassadors
SOMERVILLE OTHER EVENTS AND DATES
Honor Somerville’s Veterans at Memorial Day Ceremonies
Join us in marking Memorial Day at the end of May with two events being held to honor Somerville’s veterans. Continue reading Honor Somerville’s Veterans at Memorial Day Ceremonies
Community Forum: Building a Narrative of Hope and Welcoming Spaces for Immigrants
The SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs, Alianza America, and the Sanctuary City Steering Committee invite residents to a community forum on Wednesday, May 1, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the East Somerville Community School, 50 Cross St. Continue reading Community Forum: Building a Narrative of Hope and Welcoming Spaces for Immigrants
Somerville Spring ResiStat Meetings Begin May 1
Join Mayor Curtatone and your City Councilors for your neighborhood ResiStat meeting this spring. Held in each of the city’s seven wards, each meeting features the latest updates about that Ward and the City. Attendees are encouraged to ask about issues important to them as well. Continue reading Somerville Spring ResiStat Meetings Begin May 1
Naveo Credit Union Offers Assistance to Homebuyers through FHLBank Boston Program
(Somerville, MA) — Naveo Credit Union has been selected to participate in Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s (FHLBank Boston) Housing Our Workforce (HOW) program.
Continue reading Naveo Credit Union Offers Assistance to Homebuyers through FHLBank Boston Program
Somerville Speakup Line: Replying to a Comment of April 25 Regarding Powderhouse Parking
Dear Billy T and Somerville Speakup Line,
This is a reply to anonymous who commented on April 25 at 2:23 p.m.
To Anonymous who said we should “buy a parking space” – Having lived here my entire life, I have more than paid for a parking space through excise taxes, property taxes and parking permits. You cannot “buy” a parking space on public property. Continue reading Somerville Speakup Line: Replying to a Comment of April 25 Regarding Powderhouse Parking
Somerville Media Center Presents Classic Movie Night Series @ VOX POP
Somerville Media Center presents a Throwback Classic Movie Series at VOX POP (431 Artisan Way, Assembly Row) this Summer on the 3rd Thursdays in May-August! VOX POP is a pop up community, media & arts space powered by Somerville Media Center. Continue reading Somerville Media Center Presents Classic Movie Night Series @ VOX POP
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
Sponsored by STEALING SOMERVILLE Death of an Urban City To order STEALING SOMERVILLE go to:www.Stealingsomerville.com
GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS SATURDAY, April 27, the 117th day of 2019 with 248 to follow. Sunrise in the Boston area is @ 5:45 and sunset is @ 7:38. The moon is waning. The morning stars are stars are Uranus and Venus. The evening stars are Mars, Mercury, Neptune, Saturn & Uranus.
ON THIS DAY IN: 1296 – The Scots were defeated by Edward I at the Battle of Dunbar.
1509 – Pope Julius II excommunicated the Italian state of Venice. Continue reading GOOD MORNING – TODAY IS by John Dwyer
MASS ROAD SAFETY
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-0, approved and sent to the House a bill designed to make roads safer and decrease the number of fatalities.
The proposal requires bicyclists at night to use both a red rear light and a red rear reflector. Current law requires only a red light or a red reflector. Current law and the new law both require a white light in the front. Continue reading MASS ROAD SAFETY
GENDER X
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 39-1, approved a bill that would allow for residents to choose a third gender option, “X” in lieu of “male” or “female” on an application for a driver’s license, learner’s permit, identification card or liquor purchase identification card. Continue reading GENDER X
CAP ON WELFARE BENEFITS FOR KIDS
By Bob Katzen
The Senate 37-3, overrode Gov. Charlie Baker’s veto of a bill that repeals the current law that denies an additional $100 in welfare benefits to children conceived while—or soon after—the family began receiving welfare benefits or, if they had received family welfare benefits in the past. Continue reading CAP ON WELFARE BENEFITS FOR KIDS
HOUSING AND MENTAL HEALTH
By Bob Katzen
The House 160-0, approved a consolidated amendment on housing and mental health. Continue reading HOUSING AND MENTAL HEALTH
SOCIAL SERVICES AND VETS
By Bob Katzen
The House 160-0, approved a consolidated amendment on veterans and social services. Veterans Committee chair Linda Campbell (D-Methuen) said the consolidated amendment contains increases over last year for many important programs. Continue reading SOCIAL SERVICES AND VETS
EDUCATION AND LOCAL AID
By Bob Katzen
The House 158-0, approved a consolidated amendment to fund education and local aid. Education Committee chair Rep. Continue reading EDUCATION AND LOCAL AID
LEGISLATORS’ SALARIES
By Bob Katzen
The House 5-152, rejected an amendment that would eliminate the current system under which some 100 of the 160 representatives are paid stipends in addition to their base $66,256 base salary. Continue reading LEGISLATORS’ SALARIES
$42.7 BILLION FISCAL 2020 BUDGET
By Bob Katzen
The House 155-1, approved the House version of a $42.7 billion fiscal 2020 state budget and sent it to the Senate. During four days of budget deliberations the House added close to $72 million in spending. Continue reading $42.7 BILLION FISCAL 2020 BUDGET
Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 17 April 22-26, 2019
By Bob Katzen
THE HOUSE AND SENATE. Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on roll calls from the week of April 22-26.
Continue reading Beacon Hill Roll Call Volume 44 – Report No. 17 April 22-26, 2019
Somerville Council on Aging Weekly Updates & Information
STEALING SOMERVILLE BANNED NATIONWIDE ON IHEART RADIO, IGNITES $26 MILLION DOLLAR LAWSUIT AGAINST THE MEDIA GIANT
The Joe Curtatone Empire…
Accused of Extortion, Racketeering & Arson…
Elizabeth Warren Endorsed Him…
Maura Healey Hosted a Fundraiser for Him…
The People’s Voice Silenced… Continue reading STEALING SOMERVILLE BANNED NATIONWIDE ON IHEART RADIO, IGNITES $26 MILLION DOLLAR LAWSUIT AGAINST THE MEDIA GIANT
M.O.M.’s RUN Mary O’Brien Memorial 5K Run & Walk for Cancer
Mother’s Day – Sunday, May 12, 2019
Kids 0.1 Mile 9:00 AM | Walkers 5K 9:30 AM | Runners 5K 10:00 AM
Register Now!NEW LOCATION FOR 2019!
M.O.M.’s Run is on the Move… Want to run our flattest course ever? Really, NO hills! The start and finish will take place out of Baxter Park @ Assembly Row Somerville. Come join us for a special treat, as year 17 will run along the pathways of the Mystic River Reservation. Continue reading M.O.M.’s RUN Mary O’Brien Memorial 5K Run & Walk for Cancer