Somerville Avenue Quick-Build Safety Improvements

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Map of Somerville highlighting Somerville Avenue between Elm Street and Bow Street

As part of the implementation of the Somerville Bicycle Network Plan, the City of Somerville aims to increase safety for people travelling on Somerville Avenue between Elm Street and Bow Street. This project will be a quick-build project and will not include any major construction.

As part of this project, we aim to:

  • Create protected bike lanes in both directions on Somerville Avenue by moving bike lanes next to the sidewalk curb and adding new buffered areas with barriers between vehicle or parking lanes. This will 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.
  • Work with residents and businesses to identify where updates can be made to parking regulations on Somerville Avenue 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.

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）。

As part of the implementation of the Somerville Bicycle Network Plan, the City of Somerville aims to increase safety for people travelling on Somerville Avenue between Elm Street and Bow Street. This project will be a quick-build project and will not include any major construction.

As part of this project, we aim to:

  • Create protected bike lanes in both directions on Somerville Avenue by moving bike lanes next to the sidewalk curb and adding new buffered areas with barriers between vehicle or parking lanes. This will 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.
  • Work with residents and businesses to identify where updates can be made to parking regulations on Somerville Avenue 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.

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）。

  • Street Outreach Pop-up Rescheduled to Friday, June 27 due to Inclement Weather

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    Due to the extreme temperatures forecasted for both June 23 and June 24, we are rescheduling the last street outreach pop-up to Friday, June 27 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at Market Basket, 400 Somerville Avenue.

    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).

  • Join a Community Walk on Somerville Avenue with PTAC

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    The Somerville Pedestrian & Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC) is hosting a community walk on Somerville Avenue between Elm Street and Bow Street. The group will meet at Wilson Square, the green space at the corner of Somerville Avenue, Elm Street, and Craigie Street near Porter Square.

    PTAC will be walking along Somerville Ave to generate community feedback that will help shape the City's plans for Somerville Avenue. Staff members leading the project from the Mobility Division will be at the walk to receive this feedback and answer questions.

    Date: Monday, July 14, 6:00-8:00pm

    Meeting location: Wilson Square (Green space at corner of Somerville Ave, Elm St, and Craigie St)

    Rain date: Wednesday, July 16, 6:00-8:00pm


  • Share Your Feedback to Help Shape the Somerville Avenue Quick-Build Safety Improvements Project

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    On Monday, June 9, 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 7.
    • Come join us at an upcoming street outreach pop-up to talk to staff in-person, share your ideas, and ask questions.
      • Wilson Square, 689 Somerville Avenue on Monday, June 16, 4:30 - 6:30pm
      • Conway Park, 560 Somerville Avenue on Wednesday, June 18, 4:30 - 6:30pm
      • Market Basket, 400 Somerville Avenue on Tuesday, June 24, 1:00 - 3:00pm
      • Rain date: Monday, June 23, 4:30 - 6:30pm. Check website for update and location
    • 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.

    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 June 9 at 6:00pm

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

    Mayor Katjana Ballantyne, Ward 5 Councilor Naima Sait, Ward 3 Councilor Ben Ewen-Campen, Ward 2 Councilor J.T. Scott, and City Staff invite you to a community meeting to discuss the Somerville Avenue quick-build improvements between Elm Street and Bow Street.

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

    Date: Monday, June 9

    Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

    Register in Advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U_rcyaiyTR6gTRh6gDETVQ

    After registering in advance, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the zoom webinar. To join via audio:

    • US: =16469313860,,81805113667# or +13017158592,,81805113667#
    • Or dial the following number and enter the Webinar ID and Passcode: +1 646 931 3860
    • Webinar ID: 818 0511 3667
    • Passcode: 832700

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

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