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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56 ideas
- Casino sweepstakes promotion (not a city proposal)Submission appears to be filler promotional text about a casino partnership sweepstakes, not a request for a city project.2026–27DowntownOther or unclear
- Casino sweepstakes promotion (not a city proposal)Submission appears to be filler promotional text about a casino partnership and sweepstakes, not a request for a city project.2026–27DowntownOther or unclear
- Community gathering space at Arborway bus yardThe resident asks that community land at the Arborway bus yard become a gathering space with a plaza, fab lab, auditorium, gallery, startup spaces and food, since JP lacks a large venue.2026–27DowntownLibraries, digital & civic life
- Multicultural community festivalHold a multicultural festival with food, music, family activities and resources, partnering with food-security and homelessness-support groups to build community connection.2026–27DowntownArts & culture
- Free clean bathrooms and water fountain on GreenwayResident asks for free, clean public bathrooms and a water fountain on the Greenway so kids, teens and people experiencing homelessness need not pay at restaurants.2026–27DowntownClean streets & restrooms
- Fix North End library bathroom and upkeepThe resident says the North End library is less maintained than the Copley library and asks for the bathroom to be fixed and improvements made to attract more visitors.2026–27DowntownLibraries, digital & civic life
- Plant and fence neglected planters on East India RowThe resident asks to plant flowers in two neglected city-owned planters near Harbor Garage and add iron railings to keep dogs out, noting the touristy location.2026–27DowntownParks, trees & climate
- Widen Rose Kennedy Greenway and reduce surrounding traffic lanesThe resident asks to widen the Greenway, remove surrounding traffic lanes and improve its connection to Chinatown, since it feels like a highway median with many crossings.2026–27DowntownParks, trees & climate
- Speed bumps on Maryknoll Street in MattapanThe resident asks for speed bumps on Maryknoll Street in Mattapan, presumably to slow traffic.2026–27DowntownPedestrian & bike safety
- Subsidized rideshare and taxis to reduce trafficResident proposes a trial subsidizing rideshare and taxis to downtown, the airport, Charlestown and the Seaport to cut traffic, with long-term funding from road tolls.2026–27DowntownTransit & getting around
- Permanent green space near Macy's downtownResident proposes using the funds to create a permanent, family-friendly green space in or around the Macy's site in Downtown Crossing, which feels unappealing now.2026–27DowntownParks, trees & climate
- Clean Park Street station entrances and exitsResident asks that the entrances and exits to Park Street red line station be cleaned one at a time, as they are dirty and a health concern.2026–27DowntownClean streets & restrooms
- Winter job opportunities for young kidsResident asks for more winter job opportunities for young people to help the community.2026–27DowntownYouth jobs & fellowships
- More help getting fresh vegetables and foodResident asks for more help obtaining vegetables and fresh food, since many people have limited access to food.2026–27DowntownFood access
- Programs for grandparents and seniorsResident asks for programs for the grandparents of the community to help those who need them.2026–27DowntownOlder adult support
- Free after-school soccer clubsThe resident asks for more free after-school soccer classes and clubs to reduce stress and keep kids fit.2026–27DowntownYouth programs & schools
- Provide Wi-Fi at Boston librariesThe resident asks that Boston libraries offer Wi-Fi, which visitors would like to have.2026–27DowntownLibraries, digital & civic lifeSubmitted in Korean
- Security posts and law enforcement at parksThe resident asks for security posts or law enforcement stations at parks and similar sites so people feel safe participating in community activities.2026–27DowntownPublic safety & crime prevention
- Community center providing food to homeless peopleResident asks for a community center that provides food to people experiencing homelessness.2026–27DowntownHomelessness & shelterSubmitted in Korean
- Community meetings and training for youth from age 10Resident asks for community meetings to identify youth issues from age 10 and to provide training programs so young people gain experience early.2026–27DowntownYouth programs & schoolsSubmitted in Korean
- Training programs with female tree-climbing instructorResident asks for training programs such as tree climbing taught by a female instructor.2026–27DowntownAdult jobs & small businessSubmitted in Korean
- Wrestling facility at 162 Boylston StreetThe resident asks to renovate 162 Boylston Street into a permanent free youth wrestling facility for Beat the Streets Boston, offering mentors, paid internships and job training.2026–27DowntownRecreation facilities & sports
- One-stop multilingual resource center at community centersResident asks for a one-stop resource center in community centers with information on housing, health, jobs, legal help, benefits and food, offered in multiple languages to reduce access barriers.2026–27DowntownImmigrant & language supportSubmitted in Chinese
- Repair broken Chinatown sidewalks near shopsResident asks for repair of cracked, uneven sidewalks in front of Chinatown businesses to reduce fall risk and improve accessibility for elders, wheelchair users, families and shoppers.2026–27DowntownStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Address homelessness around BostonThe resident raises homelessness in Boston as an issue to address, saying it supports social and racial equity, without specifying a solution.2026–27DowntownHomelessness & shelter