Plant more trees in Allston and Brighton
The resident asks for at least two new trees on every street in Allston and Brighton, cared for by community members or city workers, to provide shade and reduce heat.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
Allston- Brighton is much hotter than Brookline, Watertown, or Newton. We need more trees and to ensure they are cared for by either community members or city workers. Plant at least 2 new trees on every street in Allston and Brighton.
Who it helps and why
Our neighborhood is a diverse welcoming community. By having more trees/plants we would be helping with climate change and helping the community by offering shade while walking.
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- August 4, 2026
- Neighborhood
- Brighton
- Place
- Elmira Street, Brighton, 02135
- Portal category
- Streets & Sidewalks
- How it was submitted
- Community partner workshop
- Partner organization
- Allston Brighton Health Collaborative
- Submission language
- English
- Themes
- Parks, trees & climate
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
The same need in other cycles
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2024–25 (10 matching)
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- Lighting and water fountain for parkResident asks for lighting and a drinking water fountain to be added to a park.2024–25Brighton