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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27 ideas
- Button-activated crossing lights on major South Boston roadsResident asks for button-activated pedestrian crossing lights at major South Boston crosswalks without signals, to protect people from fast-moving traffic.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Hygiene facilities and supplies near Mass and CassResident asks for toilets, sinks, showers and basic supplies like soap, towels and menstrual products near Mass and Cass for unhoused people, as a harm-reduction measure.2026–27South BostonHomelessness & shelter
- Dedicated cyclist signal phase southboundResident requests a dedicated cyclist phase on the southbound signal to prevent right-hook collisions with cars turning toward the highway.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Parking-protected southbound bike laneResident suggests making the southbound bike lane parking-protected to stop constant double-parking that pushes cyclists into fast traffic near housing and a route to JFK/UMass.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Protect eastbound bridge bike lane into SouthieResident asks for a physical barrier in the existing buffer space of the eastbound bike lane on a bridge into South Boston, where flexposts get destroyed by reckless driving.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- World Unity Landmark showing the Sun PoemResident proposes building a World Unity Landmark displaying the Sun Poem to encourage self-reflection and reduce unconscious bias and prejudice.2026–27South BostonArts & culture
- 24/7 restroom and bathhouse near Engagement CenterResident asks for a 24/7 restroom and bathhouse outside the Engagement Center so unhoused people have a safe place to use the toilet, wash up and get clean water.2026–27South BostonClean streets & restrooms
- Trolley from JFK/UMass to Castle IslandResident asks for a seasonal or year-round trolley between JFK/UMass station and Castle Island, plus a more bike- and pedestrian-friendly Columbia Road roundabout, to reduce traffic and parking problems.2026–27South BostonTransit & getting around
- Fenced dog park on unused South Boston siteResident proposes turning an unkept, unused site in South Boston into a fenced dog park so local dog owners need not leave the neighborhood.2026–27South BostonParks, trees & climate
- Landscaped median on Dorchester Street, South BostonResident asks for a tree-landscaped median on Dorchester Street in South Boston to give pedestrians a safe refuge and let them cross one direction of traffic at a time.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- More water play featuresResident asks for more water play features so young people have more recreation options.2026–27South BostonParks, trees & climate
- Case management for housing recertificationThe resident asks for case management to help people with BHA or property management housing recertification.2026–27South BostonAffordable housing & rent stabilitySubmitted in Korean
- Upgrade fitness equipment at Curley Community CenterResident, a fitness instructor, asks to replace breaking-down fitness equipment at the Curley Community Center because safety is a concern and people have stopped coming.2026–27South BostonRecreation facilities & sports
- Repair basketball courts near Orton Marotta WayResident asks for repair of the cracked paving, hoops and seating at the basketball courts across from Orton Marotta Way, where local youth play in dangerous conditions.2026–27South BostonRecreation facilities & sports
- Pedestrian overpass at Andrew station over Southampton StreetThe resident asks for a pedestrian overpass so people can safely cross Southampton Street to reach Andrew station, benefiting residents and commuters.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Protected bike lanes linking South Boston and South EndResident asks for protected bike lanes on E Berkeley Street and the W Fourth Bridge to create a safe route between South Boston and the South End.2026–27South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- South Boston protected bike lanes and bus lanesResident asks for protected bike lanes on key South Boston streets, more Bluebikes docks, and a bus/bike lane on Broadway and Summer St connecting City Point to the Red Line.2025–26South BostonPedestrian & bike safety
- Plant more street trees in South BostonResident asks for more trees on South Boston streets to keep areas cool and increase enjoyment of public spaces.2025–26South BostonParks, trees & climate
- More Bluebikes stations in South BostonResident asks for additional Bluebikes stations in South Boston to make getting around more convenient and accessible.2025–26South BostonTransit & getting around
- More safety and lighting for the neighborhood at nightResident asks for more security and street lighting because crime is high and people returning from work late need to be protected at night.2025–26South BostonPublic safety & crime prevention
- More parking for residentsProvide more parking for residents, noting low-income people are most affected by the shortage.2025–26South BostonTransit & getting around
- Lighting in Moakley ParkThe resident asks for lights in Moakley Park so they feel safe at night.2025–26South BostonPublic safety & crime prevention
- Invest in street conditions for safer ridingResident asks for more investment in the condition of streets, to make driving safer, especially for people on bicycles.2025–26South BostonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Free trolley from JFK/UMass to Castle IslandProposes free, regular tram or trolley rides between JFK/UMass station and Castle Island to reduce car use and improve beach access and traffic.2024–25South BostonTransit & getting around
- Build Women's Soccer Stadium in the SeaportResident proposes locating the women's soccer stadium in the Seaport, citing transit and parking, to prevent further gentrification of Roxbury and Jamaica Plain.2024–25South BostonOther or unclear