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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185 ideas
- Trash cleanup on Canterbury Lane and Morton rampClean up trash on part of Canterbury Lane and on the Morton Street ramp off American Legion Highway to improve appearance for drivers.2026–27Jamaica PlainClean streets & restrooms
- Install more basketball courtsInstall more basketball courts so everyone can use them.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sportsSubmitted in Korean
- Enhance public green spacesImprove public green spaces so everyone has access to them.2026–27Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climateSubmitted in Korean
- Buy Star Fish Market for community centerPurchase the closed Star Fish Market in Egleston Square and turn it into a community center and gathering space for neighbors in all weather.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Sailing classes for Boston youth under 18Offer sailing classes to Boston residents under 18 so young people can access recreation that might otherwise be unavailable to them.2026–27Jamaica PlainYouth programs & schools
- JP Clean & Green senior-youth stewardship squadsThe resident proposes pairing seniors and youth aged 8–15 in Jamaica Plain stewardship squads for cleanups, tree planting, snow clearing and workshops to reduce social isolation.2026–27Jamaica PlainOlder adult support
- Repair basketball court on Southwest Corridor ParkwayThe resident asks for repair of a basketball court on the Southwest Corridor Parkway near Lamartine Street, which would benefit people of all ages.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Better fencing at Pagel soccer fieldResident asks for redesigned fencing at the Pagel soccer field in Jamaica Plain because balls hit neighboring houses daily, easing tension between residents and the youth who use the field.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Splash pad, playground and crosswalk at Pagel FieldResident asks to upgrade Pagel Field with a splash pad and playground for kids during soccer games, plus a flashing crosswalk at HPA/Hunter Street.2026–27Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Bike lanes on Centre and South StreetsResident asks for investment in bike lane infrastructure along Centre Street and South Street, in memory of a planner, for safer streets and transit equity.2026–27Jamaica PlainPedestrian & bike safety
- Repair rain-damaged gym floor for basketballResident asks to repair a gym floor damaged by rain so the community can return to playing basketball and staying active together.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- New gym floor, AC divider and bleachersResident asks for a new gym floor, air-conditioning divider and bleachers to keep youth away from gun violence.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- New gym floor, AC divider and bleachersResident asks for a new gym floor, air-conditioning divider and bleachers at a facility that gives people a safe place to play sports and stay off the streets.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair community center gym floor and dividerResident asks to repair the community center gym floor and divider so families of all incomes keep access to affordable sports and healthy activity.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the gym floor and divider to be repaired to improve safety and accessibility so people of all backgrounds have equal recreation access.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Fix gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the damaged gym floor and divider to be repaired or replaced to extend the facility's life and support community programs.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Restore gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the gym floor and divider to be restored so participants have a safe environment for basketball and other recreation.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair damaged gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the damaged gym floor and divider to be repaired so the community center remains a safe, affordable recreation space for youth and adults.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the gym floor and divider to be repaired to improve safety and usability and support year-round community programming.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Fix Hennigan gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the damaged gym floor and divider at the Hennigan gym to be fixed to support year-round recreation and community activities.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the gym floor and divider to be repaired so the space can better serve youth sports, fitness programs and community events.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for repair of the gym floor and divider to restore a safe, functional and welcoming space for community sports and recreation.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Restore gym floor and dividerThe resident asks for the gym floor and divider to be restored to improve recreation access for youth, adults and seniors.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Food forest and community garden at Glines & School StreetThe resident asks for a food forest and community garden with raised beds and shade on a lot at Glines and School Street, to give neighbors access to green space.2026–27Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Improve street safety at Forest HillsAsks for street safety improvements at Forest Hills.2026–27Jamaica PlainPedestrian & bike safety