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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120 ideas
- Free Arabic and Spanish classes for adultsResident asks for free adult language classes in Arabic and Spanish, since ESL is available but these are not, so people can communicate in more languages.2024–25East BostonImmigrant & language support
- Food and resource stands for people in needSet up food stands and resource stands for people in need, giving them nutrition and resources for future opportunities like employment.2024–25East BostonFood access
- Repair bumpy roads in East BostonFix bumpy East Boston roads so drivers can drive safely and avoid damaging their cars.2024–25East BostonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Parking lots and garages to ease trafficBuild parking lots and garages to help with traffic problems.2024–25East BostonTransit & getting around
- New high school in Orient HeightsBuild a high school in Orient Heights, possibly on the former casket factory site, because there is none nearby.2024–25East BostonYouth programs & schools
- Unclear greeting with no ideaThe submission is just a greeting and a note that the resident is unsure, with no actual proposal.2024–25East BostonOther or unclear
- Low-cost year-round youth center with sports and poolThe resident asks for a low-cost, year-round center for children and teens with sports, a pool and more, to keep them busy and away from addiction.2024–25East BostonYouth programs & schoolsSubmitted in Spanish
- Scholarships for East Boston humanities studentsResident asks for scholarships for East Boston high school students planning to study humanities, since cost keeps many low-income, first-generation students from college.2024–25East BostonYouth programs & schools
- Trash can at Gove and Meridian bus stopResident asks for a trash can right next to the bus stop at Gove St and Meridian St so transit riders can wait in a clean space.2024–25East BostonClean streets & restrooms
- New school building for Donald McKay SchoolRequests a new building for the Donald McKay school with modern facilities for East Boston students, including arts rooms, gyms and libraries.2024–25East BostonYouth programs & schools
- Free parking lot near the TResident asks for a free parking lot near a T station so people can partly commute into the city, reducing traffic and improving air quality.2024–25East BostonTransit & getting around
- More trash cans and pothole repairs, especially East BostonResident asks for more trash cans and staff to maintain public spaces and parks, plus road repairs to fix potholes, especially in East Boston.2024–25East BostonClean streets & restrooms
- Education and cooperatives for immigrant familiesResident asks for community education and support programs for immigrant families, including cooperatives and spaces to share knowledge, developed with affected immigrants to promote independence.2024–25East BostonImmigrant & language support
- Community access to BYFC and youth prevention programsThe EASTIE Coalition proposes wider community access to Boston Youth & Family Centers and funding for youth prevention programs on resilience, wellness and HOPE to support youth mental health.2024–25East BostonYouth programs & schools
- Seasonal outdoor cinema at Piers ParkResident asks for a summer outdoor movie screen in Piers Park since East Boston has no cinema, including foreign language films reflecting immigrant communities.2024–25East BostonArts & culture
- Waterfront green space to prevent floodingBuild green space along the waterfront near Shaws to absorb water and prevent flooding, improving climate preparedness.2024–25East BostonParks, trees & climate
- More flood mitigation projects in East BostonResident asks for more flood mitigation projects in East Boston, a flood-prone neighborhood with lower average incomes.2024–25East BostonParks, trees & climate
- Bike and walking path linking Belle Isle to Revere BeachResident asks for more robust pedestrian and bike routes connecting Belle Isle Marsh, Constitution Beach and possibly Revere Beach, giving residents safer access to the outdoors.2024–25East BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Fund performances at Bremen Street Park amphitheatreResident asks for public funding for diverse performances such as short plays, trios and mariachi at the Bremen Street Park amphitheatre to improve access to neighborhood arts.2024–25East BostonArts & culture
- Parking lot in East BostonBuild a parking lot or extra parking spaces in East Boston for residents who work multiple jobs at varying hours and drive to work.2024–25East BostonTransit & getting around