Explore resident ideas
Every idea residents submitted to Ideas in Action in 2024–25, 2025–26 and 2026–27. Search the words residents used, or narrow by cycle, theme, neighborhood, language or how the idea was submitted.
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94 ideas
- Lighting on Cambridge Street Mass Pike overpassResident asks for better lighting for pedestrians and cyclists on the Cambridge Street overpass above the Mass Pike, where the sidewalks are very dark.2026–27AllstonPublic safety & crime prevention
- Permeable pavement over tree roots on sidewalksResident asks for permeable pavement above tree roots to protect existing trees and give pedestrians a trip-free sidewalk.2026–27AllstonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Dynamic parking pricing pilot in Allston VillageResident proposes a pilot of dynamically priced parking and curb management in Allston Village to reduce double parking that slows buses, with extra revenue for equity investments.2026–27AllstonTransit & getting around
- Free food forest in Allston-BrightonResident proposes a free food forest in Allston-Brighton to add green and garden space and fresh, affordable, culturally relevant produce in a paved, lower-income area.2026–27AllstonParks, trees & climate
- Expand Age Strong MBTA ride service for seniorsA blind senior asks to use funds to expand the Age Strong MBTA ride program beyond 10 rides a month and 3:30pm, to cover medical appointments.2026–27AllstonOlder adult support
- Paid spot assistance helpers for seniors and disabled residentsResident proposes paying helpers $25 to give short-term assistance to elderly and disabled residents, such as meeting someone at an outside destination, modeled on a Friendship Corp program.2026–27AllstonOlder adult support
- Repave and restripe Comm Ave outbound service roadResident asks to fix potholes and repaint parking space striping on the outbound Comm Ave utility road, so drivers know which space goes with each meter.2026–27AllstonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Widen narrow sidewalk at Comm Ave service roadResident asks to widen the too-narrow sidewalk at the westbound service road and Comm Ave intersection by narrowing the service road by at least 3 feet.2026–27AllstonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Place to help people living on the streetAsks for a place created to help people who live on the street.2026–27AllstonHomelessness & shelterSubmitted in Portuguese
- Redesign Union Square in Allston for pedestrian safetyResident asks to redesign the dangerous Union Square intersection for pedestrians and to expand the empty plazas with events, food trucks and picnic tables to support the neighborhood.2026–27AllstonPedestrian & bike safety
- LGBTQ+ community center and club in Allston-BrightonResident wants a daytime café and nighttime dance and drag venue for the LGBTQ+ community in Allston-Brighton, citing the loss of long-standing queer spaces and a need for community.2026–27AllstonArts & culture
- Temporary community center in Allston BrightonResident asks for a temporary community center in a storefront or other space in Allston Brighton while Jackson Mann Community Center is under construction, serving the diverse neighborhood.2026–27AllstonRecreation facilities & sports
- Redesign Harvard Ave in AllstonResident asks to redesign Harvard Ave with protected bike lanes, wider sidewalks, and pickup zones instead of street parking, addressing litter, broken sidewalks, dangerous crossings, and double parking.2026–27AllstonPedestrian & bike safety
- Close Linden and Reedsdale crossing over Green LineResident asks to close the crossover letting drivers on Linden and Reedsdale Streets cross the Green Line tracks, which delays trains and creates hazards for pedestrians.2026–27AllstonPedestrian & bike safety
- Fix signals at Harvard Ave and Commonwealth AveResident asks to overhaul signals at Harvard Ave and Commonwealth Ave with transit signal priority and safer pedestrian timing, since crossing is dangerous and Green Line trains get stuck.2026–27AllstonPedestrian & bike safety
- More stop signs and crosswalks in Allston-BrightonThe resident asks for more stop signs, crosswalks and yield signs in Allston-Brighton to reduce accidents and make the area safer and more accessible.2026–27AllstonPedestrian & bike safety
- Grants for local performer series in Allston-Brighton parksThe resident asks for grants for an event series featuring local performers at Herter Park's Riverstage and other Allston-Brighton parks, since the area lacks space to practice and perform.2026–27AllstonArts & culture
- City-owned grocery store in Allston VillageThe resident asks for a city or community-owned grocery store in the old Blanchards building, because loss of SNAP benefits is hurting the Allston/Brighton immigrant community.2026–27AllstonFood access
- Pool in Allston/Brighton community centerThe 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.2026–27AllstonRecreation facilities & sports
- Renovate the Allston community centerThe resident asks for the community center in Allston to be renovated, noting that Allston and Brighton lack a center and calling this unfair.2026–27AllstonRecreation facilities & sports
- Community fridges in Allston and BrightonThe resident asks for community fridges to be placed in the Allston and Brighton neighborhoods.2026–27AllstonFood access
- K-6 elementary school in Allston-BrightonThe resident asks for a new K-6 elementary school in the Allston-Brighton neighborhood.2026–27AllstonYouth programs & schools
- New high school in Allston or BrightonThe resident asks for a new high school to be built in the Allston or Brighton neighborhood.2026–27AllstonYouth programs & schools
- Portuguese and Puerto Rican music festivalResident proposes an Allston-Brighton music festival celebrating Portuguese and Puerto Rican music.2026–27AllstonArts & culture
- K-6 school in Allston or BrightonResident asks for a new K-6 school in Allston or Brighton.2026–27AllstonYouth programs & schools