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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112 ideas
- Pedestrianized, green streets in ChinatownResident asks for pedestrianized and greener streets in Chinatown, which is congested and hard for elderly and mobility-limited people, as reinvestment in a historically disadvantaged neighborhood.2026–27ChinatownPedestrian & bike safety
- More Chinatown trash cans and cleanupResident asks for more trash cans, cleaning staff and pickups in Chinatown, plus outreach to shops on waste sorting and reminding customers not to litter.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Station escalators and Chinatown lighting and call boxesResident asks for escalators at Boylston and Tufts Medical Center stations, plus more street lights, emergency call boxes and police patrols in Chinatown for night safety.2026–27ChinatownTransit & getting aroundSubmitted in Chinese
- Fix uneven sidewalks in front of Chinatown shopsResident asks to repair bumpy, broken sidewalks in front of Chinatown storefronts to reduce fall risk for seniors and pedestrians, many of whom rely on walking.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Repair damaged community roadsResident asks to fix broken and uneven road surfaces and improve public space upkeep so daily travel is safer and more comfortable for all ages and abilities.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- More frequent street cleaning and inspectionsResident asks for more frequent street sweeping and environmental patrols to promptly handle trash and mess and keep neighborhood public spaces clean.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- More street cleaners for ChinatownResident asks for more street cleaning staff and more frequent sweeping and trash handling in Chinatown, where many restaurants generate heavy daily waste.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- More street cleaners for ChinatownResident asks for more street cleaning staff and more frequent sweeping and trash handling in Chinatown, where many restaurants generate heavy daily waste.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Comprehensive Chinatown road and sidewalk repairResident asks for comprehensive repair of damaged, uneven and old roads and sidewalks in Chinatown so residents receive the same quality of public facilities as other areas.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- More trash cans and greenery in ChinatownResident asks for more trash cans, more frequent trash collection, and better sidewalk greenery and upkeep in Chinatown for a cleaner public space.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Repair broken Chinatown sidewalksResident asks to repair damaged, uneven sidewalks in Chinatown to improve walking safety and reduce fall risk for seniors, pedestrians and people with mobility limits.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Fix sidewalks and curb ramps near key destinationsThe resident asks to repair uneven sidewalks and improve curb ramps, prioritizing areas near senior centers, schools, bus stops and parks in underserved neighborhoods.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Repair cracked sidewalks and improve accessibilityThe resident asks to fix broken, cracked and uneven sidewalks and improve ramps and crossings, prioritizing key walking routes to transit and public facilities.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- More green spaces with community partiesResident asks for more green spaces that can host neighborhood parties including small businesses representing different cultures.2026–27ChinatownParks, trees & climateSubmitted in Korean
- Programs to reduce trashResident asks for programs that help reduce trash.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Korean
- More food safety regulationResident asks for more regulation of food safety.2026–27ChinatownOther or unclearSubmitted in Korean
- More jobs for young peopleResident asks for more job opportunities for young people across all cities, to help youth.2026–27ChinatownYouth jobs & fellowships
- Food for people who cannot afford itResident asks for food assistance for people without the resources to buy food, to help the community.2026–27ChinatownFood access
- More green space and sprinkler parks in ChinatownResident asks for more green space and parks with summer water sprinkler areas, creating a welcoming, playful environment for all ages in Chinatown.2026–27ChinatownParks, trees & climate
- Expand Chinatown's tree canopyResident asks for significant investment in trees in Chinatown to improve air quality, reduce dust, add shade and give residents more access to nature.2026–27ChinatownParks, trees & climate
- Functional sidewalks on Marginal Road near Quincy SchoolsResident asks for functional sidewalks on both sides of Marginal Road next to the Josiah Quincy Schools to keep children safe walking to school.2026–27ChinatownStreet & sidewalk repair
- Snack and story time at public librariesResident asks for library story time where attendees can take home a bag of food, so everyone has a space to read and reading support.2026–27ChinatownLibraries, digital & civic lifeSubmitted in Spanish
- Chinatown cleanup, rodent control, emergency call boxes, public space upgradesResident asks for better cleaning and rodent control in dense areas like Chinatown, public space improvements, emergency call boxes, and humane limits on street sleeping in certain public areas with organized placement.2025–26ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Renovate the gym at Quincy Community CenterResident asks to revitalize the decaying gym at Quincy Community Center to provide safe, inclusive access to sports and events for the community.2025–26ChinatownRecreation facilities & sports
- Culturally responsive mental health for Chinatown seniorsResident asks for culturally and linguistically appropriate mental health services for Chinese-speaking older adults in Chinatown, reducing language and cultural barriers to care.2025–26ChinatownMental health & substance use