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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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- Night construction and trolley for rerouted 45 busResident asks that construction be done at night so buses are not detoured, and for a trolley around work zones; the 45 detour leaves them far from home. Also asks for more free buses.2024–25RoxburyTransit & getting aroundSubmitted in Spanish
- Free trolley to bypass blocked 45 bus routeResident asks for a free trolley to cover the blocked part of the 45 bus route so riders do not have to pay extra.2024–25RoxburyTransit & getting aroundSubmitted in Spanish
- More and easier college scholarships tailored to needResident says college is expensive and asks for more scholarship opportunities and easier application programs, with awards matched to each student's field and needs.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schoolsSubmitted in Spanish
- Mental health and activity program for older adultsResident asks for a program supporting seniors' mental health with learning and activities, to help prevent illness such as depression.2024–25City-wideOlder adult support
- Information on local college scholarships for youthResident says many young people cannot afford college and asks for information on local scholarships, distributed equitably according to need.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schoolsSubmitted in Spanish
- 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
- Nonprofit maker space in Hyde ParkResident proposes a nonprofit maker space with tools like laser cutters and sewing machines where people can learn skills and create projects, in diverse Hyde Park.2024–25Hyde ParkLibraries, digital & civic life
- Sheltered bus bench at a bus stopResident asks for a sheltered bench at a bus stop where many people wait in the rain, noting some communities face longer waits in harsh conditions.2024–25RoxburyTransit & getting around
- Better quality streets with fewer potholesResident asks for better-quality streets with fewer potholes.2024–25City-wideStreet & sidewalk repair
- Free access to sailing and kayakingResident asks for more free access to recreational activities like sailing and kayaking so people who cannot afford them can participate.2024–25City-wideRecreation facilities & sports
- More food pantries across BostonResident asks for more food pantries in the city so everyone has equal access to food.2024–25City-wideFood access
- More athletic fields for schoolsResident asks for more athletic fields built for schools.2024–25City-wideRecreation facilities & sports
- More school funding in inner-city neighborhoodsResident asks for more funding for inner-city schools so kids have more resources, are better educated and crime may fall.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Provide high-quality food during school year and summerResident asks for high-quality food to be given out during the school year and summer.2024–25City-wideFood access
- More shelters and recovery programs for addictionResident asks for more shelters and recovery programs for people suffering from addiction.2024–25City-wideMental health & substance use
- Build more homeless shelters and food banksResident asks for more homeless shelters and food banks to improve life for people experiencing homelessness and poverty.2024–25City-wideHomelessness & shelter
- Immigrant infrastructure to support new labor forceResident asks for new systems that support immigrants, prioritizing the new labor force and expanding the local economy.2024–25City-wideImmigrant & language support
- Donate surplus restaurant and grocery food to those in needCollect food that restaurants and grocery stores would throw away and donate it to food banks, shelters and other places in need, to reduce waste and promote equity.2024–25City-wideFood access
- 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
- Better school supplies so families and teachers don't payProvide good working school supplies so parents and teachers do not have to buy them, giving students a better school experience.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schools
- 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
- Hire people to clean up the cityEmploy many people to clean up the city and promote cleanliness so residents feel happier.2024–25City-wideClean streets & restrooms
- Pay teens to work on road repair worksitesHire teens to work on worksites that help fix damaged roads, which are hurt by cars and scooters.2024–25City-wideYouth jobs & fellowships
- Keep parks clean and attractiveHelp keep parks clean and aesthetically pleasing.2024–25City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Parking lots and garages to ease trafficBuild parking lots and garages to help with traffic problems.2024–25East BostonTransit & getting around