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
- Dog park in Jamaica PlainBuild a dog park in Jamaica Plain to connect owners and ease conflicts with tennis players over dogs using the courts.2024–25Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Resurface running tracks around the cityResurface running tracks citywide to keep fitness accessible and low-cost, especially in communities prone to chronic illness.2024–25City-wideRecreation facilities & sports
- Public exercise equipment at Chestnut Hill ReservoirBuild public exercise equipment at the Chestnut Hill Reservoir to promote community health and wellness in a popular park.2024–25BrightonRecreation facilities & sports
- Upgrade four T stops with shelters and lightsWiden the South Street, Chestnut Hill Ave, Chiswick Rd and Sutherland Rd T stops and add barriers, shelters and lights because they are inaccessible and dangerous.2024–25BrightonTransit & getting around
- Affordable condos for current residents in Dorchester, Roxbury, MattapanUse new state housing money to build affordable condos (about $150K for 2BR) for current residents of Dorchester, Roxbury and Mattapan, preventing gentrification.2024–25City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- Repave Blue Hill Ave after pipe workRepave Blue Hill Avenue up to the Dewey St area, which was torn up for pipe work since summer 2023 and remains unrepaired.2024–25RoxburyStreet & sidewalk repair
- Pickleball lines on court beside basketball courtAdd pickleball lines to the court next to the basketball court.2024–25BrightonRecreation facilities & sports
- More murals on buildings and structuresAdd more murals to buildings and structures.2024–25City-wideArts & culture
- Pride flag crosswalkCreate a pride flag crosswalk.2024–25City-wideArts & culture
- Plant fruit trees along sidewalksPlant fruit trees such as apple and pear on sidewalks to increase neighborhood food access and improve air quality in areas without trees.2024–25City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Expand SuccessLink for year-round, better-paid youth jobsExpand SuccessLink with year-round jobs, more hours and higher wages, piloting changes to attract young people from vulnerable backgrounds who need income.2024–25City-wideYouth jobs & fellowships
- Separated bike lanes and e-bikes in Dorchester, MattapanBuild more bollard-protected bike lanes in Dorchester and Mattapan, including one to downtown, and expand e-bike access so people can bike to work safely.2024–25City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Improve Fens facilities for concerts and eventsImprove facilities for concerts and community events at the Fens so Fenway's diverse residents have a shared community space.2024–25FenwayArts & culture
- Supports for homeless youth and familiesProvide more supports and resources for homeless youth and families to ensure stable housing, and raise participatory budgeting funding to $5 million.2024–25City-wideHomelessness & shelter
- Grants for mental health supports in youth programsProvide grants so youth programs can connect young people to mental health supports and increase capacity and access to resources.2024–25City-wideMental health & substance use
- City-run indoor playgrounds for young childrenCreate free indoor playgrounds for young children so low-income families have a safe place to play when outdoors is unsafe.2024–25RoslindaleYouth programs & schools
- Home energy audits and upgrades for low-income residentsFund more home energy audits, efficiency upgrades, and asbestos and mold removal for low-income residents, since ABCD is underfunded, to lower bills and improve living conditions.2024–25City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- Protected crosswalks on Washington Street, RoslindaleMake Washington Street in Roslindale safer for pedestrians by adding protected crosswalks.2024–25RoslindalePedestrian & bike safety
- Trial incentives for 4-day work weekCreate a trial program to incentivize Boston businesses to adopt a 4-day work week, supporting worker mental health, families and the local economy.2024–25City-wideAdult jobs & small business
- 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
- Repair Washington Street sidewalks in RoslindaleFix badly damaged, non-ADA-compliant sidewalks on Washington Street in Roslindale that are unusable for people with carts, strollers and wheelchairs.2024–25RoslindaleStreet & sidewalk repair
- Community food garden with solar on vacant lotsAdd a community food garden with solar panels to vacant lots to add green space, improve food access and increase clean energy in Roslindale, Mattapan and Hyde Park.2024–25RoslindaleParks, trees & climate
- Center-running bus lane on Mass AveBuild a center-running bus lane on Mass Ave like Columbus Ave because the number 1 bus is slow, to strengthen sustainable transportation.2024–25FenwayTransit & getting around
- Raised planting beds and trees in ChinatownAdd raised planting beds along buildings and plant trees in Chinatown to improve air quality, health outcomes and summer cooling in a lower-income community.2024–25ChinatownParks, trees & climate
- ATM at Hyde Park Police Station lobbyInstall a City of Boston Credit Union ATM in the Hyde Park Police Station lobby so residents don't have to travel Downtown or to West Roxbury.2024–25Hyde ParkOther or unclear