East Washington Street Quick Build Safety Improvements

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Background

As part of the implementation of the Somerville Bicycle Network Plan, the City of Somerville aims to increase safety and enhance mobility for people travelling on Washington Street between Tufts Street and the Boston city line. This project will be a quick-build and will not include any major construction.

As part of this project, we aim to:

  • Create protected bike lanes in both directions on Washington Street by moving bike lanes next to the sidewalk curb and adding new buffered areas with barriers between vehicle or parking lanes. This may require removal of some on-street parking spaces.
  • Improve visibility of people using crosswalks by restricting parking adjacent to crosswalks (clear corners) at all intersections in the project area.
  • Enhance bus rider experience by evaluating bus stops for potential relocation or consolidation to improve accessibility and reduce delay.
  • Reduce transit delay by evaluating existing bus lanes for potential reconfiguration or extension.
  • Work with residents and businesses to identify where updates can be made to parking regulations on Washington Street and side streets to work better for people who live, work, visit, and shop in the area.

This work will help the City meet the requirements set forth in the Somerville Safe Streets Ordinance and continue to meet our Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries from our transportation system.

Information in other languages

Si necesita ayuda en su idioma, comuníquese con nosotros a través de www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva o llame al 311 (617-666-3311)      

Caso precise de assistência em seu idioma, entre em contato conosco por meio deste formulário online: www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva ou ligue para 311 (617-666-3311)      

Si ou bezwen asistans nan lang ou a, kontakte nou nan www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva oswa rele 311 (617-666-3311)    

यदि आफ्नो भाषामा सहायता चाहिन्छ भने कृपया सम्पर्क गर्नुहोस: www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva गर्नुहोस् वा यो ३११ (६१७-६६६-३३११) / 311 (617-666-3311)   

如果您需要語言方面的協助 請撥打 311 (617-666-3311) 或於www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva 聯絡 彩薩默: 移民事務辦公室。  

如果您需要语言方面的协助，请联系 (www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva)或者请拨打 311（617-666-3311）。

Background

As part of the implementation of the Somerville Bicycle Network Plan, the City of Somerville aims to increase safety and enhance mobility for people travelling on Washington Street between Tufts Street and the Boston city line. This project will be a quick-build and will not include any major construction.

As part of this project, we aim to:

  • Create protected bike lanes in both directions on Washington Street by moving bike lanes next to the sidewalk curb and adding new buffered areas with barriers between vehicle or parking lanes. This may require removal of some on-street parking spaces.
  • Improve visibility of people using crosswalks by restricting parking adjacent to crosswalks (clear corners) at all intersections in the project area.
  • Enhance bus rider experience by evaluating bus stops for potential relocation or consolidation to improve accessibility and reduce delay.
  • Reduce transit delay by evaluating existing bus lanes for potential reconfiguration or extension.
  • Work with residents and businesses to identify where updates can be made to parking regulations on Washington Street and side streets to work better for people who live, work, visit, and shop in the area.

This work will help the City meet the requirements set forth in the Somerville Safe Streets Ordinance and continue to meet our Vision Zero goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and severe injuries from our transportation system.

Information in other languages

Si necesita ayuda en su idioma, comuníquese con nosotros a través de www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva o llame al 311 (617-666-3311)      

Caso precise de assistência em seu idioma, entre em contato conosco por meio deste formulário online: www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva ou ligue para 311 (617-666-3311)      

Si ou bezwen asistans nan lang ou a, kontakte nou nan www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva oswa rele 311 (617-666-3311)    

यदि आफ्नो भाषामा सहायता चाहिन्छ भने कृपया सम्पर्क गर्नुहोस: www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva गर्नुहोस् वा यो ३११ (६१७-६६६-३३११) / 311 (617-666-3311)   

如果您需要語言方面的協助 請撥打 311 (617-666-3311) 或於www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva 聯絡 彩薩默: 移民事務辦公室。  

如果您需要语言方面的协助，请联系 (www.somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva)或者请拨打 311（617-666-3311）。

  • Transportation Safety Concern Survey Deadline Extended to July 31!

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    We are extending the deadline to share your transportation safety concerns on Washington Street, between Tufts Street and the Boston city line, through our survey and public input map to July 31, 2026! Take the survey online in English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文 and add your comments to our online Public Input Map.

    Take a look at the materials below to learn more about the project.

    At anytime, you can always share your ideas or questions via email to transportation@somervillema.gov or via phone at 617-666-3311. Subscribe to the Mobility Monthly Newsletter for project updates.

    Image left: Project team presenting at the Portuguese Coffee Hour, Ralph and Jenny, June 2026

    We are extending the deadline to share your transportation safety concerns on Washington Street, between Tufts Street and the Boston city line, through our survey and public input map to July 31, 2026! Take the survey online in English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文 and add your comments to our online Public Input Map.

    Take a look at the materials below to learn more about the project.

    At anytime, you can always share your ideas or questions via email to transportation@somervillema.gov or via phone at 617-666-3311. Subscribe to the Mobility Monthly Newsletter for project updates.

    Image left: Project team presenting at the Portuguese Coffee Hour, Ralph and Jenny, June 2026

  • Street Outreach Pop-up Rescheduled to Wednesday, July 22 due to Inclement Weather

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    Due to the forecasted high temperatures on Wednesday, July 15, we are rescheduling the street outreach pop-up to Wednesday, July 22 from 5:00 - 6:00pm on Washington Street near the East Somerville T Station entrance/exit.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and if there are any further issues, we will post an update on this project webpage. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at transportation@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311).

    Due to the forecasted high temperatures on Wednesday, July 15, we are rescheduling the street outreach pop-up to Wednesday, July 22 from 5:00 - 6:00pm on Washington Street near the East Somerville T Station entrance/exit.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and if there are any further issues, we will post an update on this project webpage. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at transportation@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311).

  • Street Outreach Pop-up Rescheduled to Wednesday, July 15 due to Inclement Weather

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    Due to the thunderstorm and rain forecasted for June 23, we are rescheduling the street outreach pop-up to Wednesday, July 15 from 5:00 - 6:00pm on Washington Street near the East Somerville T Station entrance/exit.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and if there are any further issues, we will post an update on this project webpage. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at transportation@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311).

    Due to the thunderstorm and rain forecasted for June 23, we are rescheduling the street outreach pop-up to Wednesday, July 15 from 5:00 - 6:00pm on Washington Street near the East Somerville T Station entrance/exit.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and if there are any further issues, we will post an update on this project webpage. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to our team at transportation@somervillema.gov or call 311 (617-666-3311).

  • Share Your Feedback to Help Shape the East Washington Street Quick Build Safety Improvements Project

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    On Wednesday, June 17, we hosted our first community meeting on Zoom. Thank you to all who were able to join. During the meeting, we shared background on the project, related plans and ordinances, community engagement strategies, and potential design options. We also heard input and questions from community members regarding safety challenges and possible solutions.

    Meeting Materials

    We want to continue to hear from you! There are multiple ways to share your input to help us learn more about your transportation safety concerns and gather feedback on design elements we should include in the project.

    • Share your ideas through our survey! Take the survey online in English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文. The survey is available until July 24.
    • Come join us at an upcoming street outreach pop-up to talk to staff in-person, share your ideas, and ask questions.
      • Tuesday, June 23, 5:00 – 6:00pm, Washington Street, near the East Somerville T entrance/exit
    • Add your comments to our online Public Input Map. Writing your comments on this map will let us know what you see as issues and opportunities in the project area. Use pins to highlight locations that you think it is important for us to prioritize for changes or improvements, as well as locations that are currently working well. Once you add a pin, you can also include comments and images to highlight specific priorities or concerns. The map is available until July 24.

    Check out our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the project. We will be adding more questions and answers throughout the development of the project as we gather more questions from community members.

    At anytime, you can always share your ideas or questions via email to transportation@somervillema.gov or via phone at 617-666-3311. Subscribe to the Mobility Monthly Newsletter for project updates.

    On Wednesday, June 17, we hosted our first community meeting on Zoom. Thank you to all who were able to join. During the meeting, we shared background on the project, related plans and ordinances, community engagement strategies, and potential design options. We also heard input and questions from community members regarding safety challenges and possible solutions.

    Meeting Materials

    We want to continue to hear from you! There are multiple ways to share your input to help us learn more about your transportation safety concerns and gather feedback on design elements we should include in the project.

    • Share your ideas through our survey! Take the survey online in English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文. The survey is available until July 24.
    • Come join us at an upcoming street outreach pop-up to talk to staff in-person, share your ideas, and ask questions.
      • Tuesday, June 23, 5:00 – 6:00pm, Washington Street, near the East Somerville T entrance/exit
    • Add your comments to our online Public Input Map. Writing your comments on this map will let us know what you see as issues and opportunities in the project area. Use pins to highlight locations that you think it is important for us to prioritize for changes or improvements, as well as locations that are currently working well. Once you add a pin, you can also include comments and images to highlight specific priorities or concerns. The map is available until July 24.

    Check out our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the project. We will be adding more questions and answers throughout the development of the project as we gather more questions from community members.

    At anytime, you can always share your ideas or questions via email to transportation@somervillema.gov or via phone at 617-666-3311. Subscribe to the Mobility Monthly Newsletter for project updates.

  • Join us for the First Community Meeting on Wednesday, June 17 at 6:00pm

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    Meeting flyers available in: English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文

    Mayor Jake Wilson, Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin and City Staff invite you to a community meeting to discuss the East Washington Street quick build safety improvements between Tufts Street and the city line.

    Come hear an overview of the project, learn more about the opportunities in quick-build projects, and share your questions and feedback.

    Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

    Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

    Register in Advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7j44pKU1Sf24hNjAHbONsw

    Following the community meeting, we will launch an online survey to gather community input and host pop-ups along Washington Street. Keep a look out for updates on the website.

    Please reach out to the Mobility Division with your questions and comments by email at transportation@somervillema.gov or by calling 311 (617-666-3311).

    Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ada@somervillema.gov.

    Interpretation into any language is available upon advance request (at least seven days in advance) by contacting the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs at languageaccess@somervillema.gov or calling 311 at 617-666-3311.

    Meeting flyers available in: English, Español, Português, Kreyòl Ayisyen, नेपाली, 繁體中文, 简体中文

    Mayor Jake Wilson, Ward 1 Councilor Matthew McLaughlin and City Staff invite you to a community meeting to discuss the East Washington Street quick build safety improvements between Tufts Street and the city line.

    Come hear an overview of the project, learn more about the opportunities in quick-build projects, and share your questions and feedback.

    Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

    Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

    Register in Advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7j44pKU1Sf24hNjAHbONsw

    Following the community meeting, we will launch an online survey to gather community input and host pop-ups along Washington Street. Keep a look out for updates on the website.

    Please reach out to the Mobility Division with your questions and comments by email at transportation@somervillema.gov or by calling 311 (617-666-3311).

    Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact the ADA Coordinator in advance at 617-625-6600 x 2059 or ada@somervillema.gov.

    Interpretation into any language is available upon advance request (at least seven days in advance) by contacting the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs at languageaccess@somervillema.gov or calling 311 at 617-666-3311.

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