2026–27 · Dorchester
Teen programs, sports centers and cleaner streets in Dorchester
Resident asks for more sports centers, free swim lessons, after-school arts, free year-round teen gym memberships, cleaner streets and more green space in Dorchester and Ashmont to give teens more opportunities.
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The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
More sports center, free swimming lessons, after school arts and programs in Dorchester and free year around gym memberships for teens. Cleaner streets and more parks and green space.
Who it helps and why
Provides more opportunities for teens living around Ashmont and Dorchester
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- July 22, 2026
- Neighborhood
- Dorchester
- Place
- Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, 02124
- Portal category
- Education, Youth & Families
- How it was submitted
- Library, BCYF or other site
- Submitted at
- summer learn and earn program
- Submission language
- English
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