Looking Ahead to Construction in 2025
With the design finalized (see previous post for more info), we’re looking forward to constructing a safer, more accessible Tufts Street.
While work is not yet scheduled, we anticipate construction will begin during the 2025 construction season. At this stage, the City’s Engineering Division is in the process of hiring a general contractor to undertake this work. Once we have selected a contractor and have a preliminary construction schedule we will provide an update on this page indicating when we anticipate work will begin.
How you can stay informed
- This website - Once construction begins, we’ll post regular detailed updates about ongoing and upcoming works on this page.
- Sign up for City Alerts – Sign up for City Alerts to receive notifications about this project and other essential information. Alerts are geographically targeted so make sure your address is updated to receive all alerts related to Tufts Street.
- Construction newsletter – A monthly email about work happening across Somerville--featuring progress updates on Tufts Street and more.
- Follow Somerville Infrastructure on Bluesky - Posts about curb-cuts, culverts, and more.
About the project design or community engagement process
Mobility Division staff will continue to be available to answer questions about the new street design. They can be reached directly at transportation@somervillema.gov or by contacting 311.
For information about the construction process and impacts
You can connect with members of the project team from the City’s Engineering Division and Communications Department directly at construction@somervillema.gov, by calling the Engineering Division at Engineering Division at (617) 625-6600 ext. 5400 or contacting 311.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out at any point. We’re very much looking forward to delivering a new, safer and more comfortable street to the neighborhood.
