2026–27 · Allston
Pool in Allston/Brighton community center
The resident asks for a pool in the Allston/Brighton community center so everyone can learn to swim, not just those who can afford a Y membership or lessons.
English title and summary written with AI from the resident's text.
The resident's idea, as submitted
The idea
We need a pool in Allston/Brighton in our community center
Who it helps and why
Everyone can learn to swim as opposed to just those who can afford a Y membership or swim lessons
Details
- Cycle
- 2026–27
- Submitted
- August 4, 2026
- Neighborhood
- Allston
- Place
- Franklin Street, Allston, 02134
- Portal category
- Facilities
- How it was submitted
- Community partner workshop
- Partner organization
- Allston Brighton Health Collaborative
- Submission language
- English
Themes grouped with AI from resident idea text.
The same need in other cycles
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2024–25 (2 matching)
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