On March 12, Just-A-Start and the Somerville Community Land Trust will host a meeting for neighbors to discuss their plans to build a fully affordable building at 297 Medford Street in Gilman Square. They’ll go over the design and project timeline and answer questions from neighbors. If you live nearby, join them at 6:00 pm, in person in the cafeteria at Somerville High School. RSVP and learn more.
Davis Square Neighborhood Council Elections
The Davis Square Neighborhood Council continues to prepare for elections in April. Because they will have a major role in shaping the evolution of Davis Square over the next few years, we strongly encourage all our eligible members to participate. To learn more, visit davissquarenc.org and attend their next meeting on March 30.
Also coming up: Copper Mill will be hosting a meeting on March 10 (tonight!) to go over their current proposal and the 40B process. Find details below and on the DSNC website.
Upcoming Events
March 10: Copper Mill Informational Meeting — Please attend to learn about the current proposal and the 40B process. And as always, please remember to keep it friendly and respectful, even if the rhetorical temperature starts to rise. In-person registration is already at capacity but you can attend online via Zoom at 7:00 pm.
March 11: Somerville YIMBY Monthly Meeting — Agenda items include the increasingly crowded field for the November 2026 state legislative elections. 6:00 pm, online via Zoom.
March 12: Introduction to OHS Workshop — Learn how our Office of Housing Stability helps with tenant rights, eviction protection, and searching for affordable housing. 6:00 pm at the East Somerville Community School, 50 Cross Street.
March 12: 297 Medford Street Meeting — Join Just-A-Start and the Somerville Community Land Trust to talk about the 100% affordable building on Medford Street. 6:00 pm, in-person at Somerville High.
March 19: Planning Board/Land Use Joint Meeting — In addition to the Affordable Housing Overlay improvements mentioned above, Councilor Strezo’s initiative to simplify rules surrounding backyard cottages will be on the agenda. 6:30 pm, online via Zoom.
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