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City contractors will begin installation of underground utilities within the roadways around the Brickbottom neighborhood starting October 30th or soon after.
Linwood Street will be closed between Poplar Street and McGrath Highway beginning October 30th for approximately two months.
Anticipated Schedule (subject to change):
Construction Impacts:
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Parking restrictions will be in place around work zones
Elevated noise levels during work hours
Periodic trucking of materials in and out of the work zone
If you have questions, please email construction@somervillema.gov or call the Engineering Division at (617) 625-6600 ext. 5400 with questions.

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City contractors have begun preliminary work at the 10 Poplar St. site. This initial phase of work consists primarily of readying the site for future excavation.
Anticipated Work Schedule (subject to change):
Construction is expected to take place weekdays, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Initial Locations and Descriptions of Work:
- Removal of asphalt and concrete surfaces within 10 Poplar Street site.
- Installation of fencing along 10 Poplar St/Linwood Street site-perimeter.
- Includes erosion and sediment control around the work zone.
- Soil characterization and excavation prep.
Anticipated Construction Impacts:
- Periodic elevated noise levels (construction hours, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. only).
- Some on-street parking may be restricted. Please observe posted signage.
- Trash/recycling pick-ups and deliveries will not be affected.
As the project progresses additional information on progress and upcoming construction activities will be made available on this page.
If you have questions, please call the Engineering Division at 617-625-6600 ext. 5400 or email construction@somervillema.gov
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When? Monday, March 27, at 6:00 p.m.
Please join us for a virtual community meeting to learn more about construction of the Poplar St. Pump Station.
Topics to be covered include:
- Intro to City and regional drainage issues
- Review of how the project benefits the community
- Overview of the construction process and timeline
Register to attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pNwWLvybT26olnb5QK-ovA
Meeting information also available in the following languages:
The City of Somerville may be able to provide you with an interpreter for free. To request an interpreter in your language, please contact the SomerViva Office of Immigrant Affairs at somervillema.gov/ContactSomerviva or call 311 (617-666-3311)
Individuals with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication, written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures, in order to access the programs and activities of the City or to attend meetings, should contact the City’s ADA Coordinator, Adrienne Pomeroy, at 617-625-6600 ext. 2059 or apomeroy@somervillema.gov.