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Feedback Open on $1.29B Sewer Overflow Plan
July 25, 2026
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Public feedback open for $1.29B sewer overflow plan
Public feedback is open through September 30 on Cambridge and Somerville's $1.29 billion Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan. The plan aims to reduce flooding-related river pollution.
The Somerville Times
Somerville Finalizes New Contract with SEIU Chapter 3
The City of Somerville has signed a new labor agreement with SEIU Chapter 3 (NCFO 32BJ) that raises pay and updates benefits for Somerville School Custodians. The Memorandum of Agreement covers Fiscal Years 2026 through 2028.
www.somervillema.gov
East Somerville Cooling Grant Now Accepting Applications
Somerville's Sustainability and Environment Division is accepting applications for the Cooling East Somerville grant, offering eligible East Somerville residents up to $5,000 to remove pavement and replace it with shade trees and plants.
www.somervillema.gov
Local History Column Explores Somerville's Mystic River Waterfront
The latest 'Eagle Feathers' column, published July 22, traces the Mystic River waterfront's transformation from meadows into a brick-making and shipbuilding hub.
The Somerville Times
Somerville's 'Year of the Neighbor' turns to civic life this fall
September's theme for Mayor Jake Wilson's 2026 'Year of the Neighbor' initiative encourages residents to join a city board, commission, or activity, shifting focus from summer block parties to civic engagement.
City of Somerville
Registration opens for middle grades fall sports
Registration is open through September 14 for Somerville Public Schools' fall 2026 middle grades sports season, offering cross country, baseball, and softball for grades 6-8.
Somerville Public Schools
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