2024–25 · East Boston
More flood mitigation projects in East Boston
Resident asks for more flood mitigation projects in East Boston, a flood-prone neighborhood with lower average incomes.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
More flood mitigation projects in East Boston!
Who it helps and why
East Boston has a diverse population with lower average income than many other locations in the city; it is also incredibly flood-prone. People should not have to risk living in a floodplain due to their socioeconomic status.
Details
- Cycle
- 2024–25
- Submitted
- August 15, 2024
- Neighborhood
- East Boston
- Place
- Lewis Street, East Boston, 02128
- Portal category
- Sustainability
- How it was submitted
- Individual submission
- Submission language
- English
- Themes
- Parks, trees & climate
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
The same need in other cycles
Ideas in Parks, trees & climate from East Boston in the other cycles, up to 3 from each.
2026–27 (5 matching)
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- Increase tree canopy in East BostonThe resident asks for more tree canopy in East Boston to provide shade and reduce air pollution along major roads, helping elders and disabled people during heatwaves.2026–27East Boston
- More green spaceThe resident asks for more green space so families can enjoy outdoor activities and fresh air.2026–27East Boston
2025–26 (9 matching)
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- Green space in Maverick SquareResident asks for grass, trees or planters in Maverick Square, a busy commuter area that is mostly concrete, to bring green space to an underserved immigrant community.2025–26East Boston
- New community playground for after-hours useResident proposes a new playground that serves the whole community after school hours and on weekends, improving equitable access to safe recreational spaces.2025–26East Boston