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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3,748 ideas
- Protect threatened open space and tree canopyProtect open land with mature trees and wildlife habitat from development because it supports climate resilience, stormwater control, air quality and cooling in nearby neighborhoods.2024–25Hyde ParkParks, trees & climate
- Protect Hyde Park woods from developmentSave a 24-acre wooded area near Crane Ledge in Hyde Park from development for conservation, wildlife and climate protection of nearby environmental justice neighborhoods.2024–25Hyde ParkParks, trees & climate
- Murals in crosswalks and intersectionsPaint murals on roadways at crosswalks and intersections to provide public art while improving pedestrian safety.2024–25City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Support for special-needs students in regular classroomsFund evaluation and support so youth with special needs can participate in regular classrooms rather than be excluded.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Mobile creativity vansOperate mobile vans that help residents of all backgrounds and skill levels take part in creative projects.2024–25City-wideArts & culture
- CPR and emergency skills classes citywideTeach CPR and emergency management skills through classes across the city so residents can help in life-saving situations.2024–25City-wideHealth care access
- Preserve and expand green space in Hyde ParkPreserve existing green space and fund new green space in Hyde Park rather than losing it to costly apartment buildings.2024–25Hyde ParkParks, trees & climate
- Free trade training for young peopleOffer free trade learning for young people so they gain skills to be employed and financially secure.2024–25City-wideYouth jobs & fellowships
- Breast cancer screening mobile vanProvide a mobile van with 24-hour resources for breast cancer detection to catch it early and extend lives.2024–25MattapanHealth care access
- More city-sponsored events in public spacesIncrease city-sponsored arts, entertainment and education events in public spaces so residents visit other neighborhoods.2024–25City-wideArts & culture
- Solidarity with undocumented immigrant womenShow solidarity with and support undocumented immigrant women, carried out through the community.2024–25City-wideImmigrant & language supportSubmitted in Spanish
- Accessible playground at Mather ElementaryBuild an inclusive playground and improve the building at Mather Elementary in Dorchester, which lacks quality facilities for differently abled children.2024–25DorchesterYouth programs & schools
- Food, clothing and equipped schools for needy kidsEnsure all children, including low-income and homeless kids, have enough food and clothes and well-equipped schools for safe learning.2024–25City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Safe space for teens to express emotionsCreate a supportive environment for teens to express emotions, starting with focus groups to understand their emotional needs and challenges.2024–25DowntownMental health & substance use
- Police talks to students on MBTA behaviorHave police work with middle and high schools to present to students about positive behavior on MBTA buses and trains.2024–25City-widePublic safety & crime prevention
- Self-love wellness spa centerCreate a wellness spa center that offers affordable, culturally sensitive wellness services to remove financial barriers to well-being.2024–25City-wideHealth care access
- Nighttime half marathon with lighting effectsClose part of the city at night for a half marathon featuring artistic temporary lighting effects.2024–25CharlestownArts & culture
- Imported art exhibit at Copley libraryBring an international art exhibit to the Boston Public Library at Copley Square for two days with 48-hour opening and night rave lighting and music.2024–25CharlestownArts & culture
- Adult day care center for eldersEstablish an adult day care center offering professional, culturally competent care including skilled nursing for elderly residents, with affordable access for low-income families.2024–25CharlestownOlder adult support
- Protected bike lanes and rat-proof trash cansAdd segregated bike lanes and sidewalks with bike lights on major streets, plus aggressive trash cleanup and sealed bins to reduce rats.2024–25City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Bigger, more readable street signsInstall larger street name signs so drivers can easily read which street they are on.2024–25City-wideStreet & sidewalk repair
- Tram along Greenway between North and South StationBuild a tram connecting South Station and North Station along the Greenway to link neighborhoods efficiently.2024–25DowntownTransit & getting around
- Pedestrian bridge from Meridian Street to MaverickBuild a pedestrian bridge between Meridian Street and Maverick station because people cross mid-street dangerously and more crosswalks would worsen traffic.2024–25City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Murals and green walls on blank building wallsIdentify blank exterior walls facing public spaces and cover them with murals or living green walls to improve the urban landscape, sustainability and biodiversity.2024–25City-wideArts & culture
- Student-designed painted crosswalksPaint vibrant crosswalk designs created with BPS students' art to make crossings more visible, slow drivers, and let students impact their neighborhood.2024–25City-widePedestrian & bike safety