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
- Citywide small business and entrepreneurship hubResident asks for a hub offering free business training, AI education, mentorship, workforce development and funding access, especially for Latino and non-English-speaking entrepreneurs.2026–27City-wideAdult jobs & small business
- Youth entrepreneurship program in East BostonResident proposes workshops in financial literacy, AI, career readiness and leadership with small business mentors, giving East Boston youth practical career and entrepreneurial skills outside the classroom.2026–27East BostonYouth programs & schools
- Millennium Park wildlife boxes and dog parkResident asks for wood duck boxes restored, bluebird boxes and an osprey platform added, and temporary fencing for a dog run at Millennium Park.2026–27West RoxburyParks, trees & climate
- 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
- Large trash bins instead of sidewalk pickupResident asks for large trash bins throughout the neighborhood in place of sidewalk pickup to fix trash-filled sidewalks.2026–27North EndClean streets & restrooms
- More benches at bus stopsResident asks for benches at more bus stops, with priority locations identified by surveying bus drivers, to improve comfort for riders, especially elderly and disabled people.2026–27DorchesterTransit & getting around
- Mobile pop-up shop for local artistsResident proposes a newsstand-style mobile pop-up shop, featuring a different artist each weekend, to give artists low-cost space to show and sell work and connect with the community.2026–27City-wideArts & culture
- Roped-off swimming area at Jamaica PondResident asks for a designated swimming area at Jamaica Pond so nearby residents, far from beaches by transit, have a legal place to swim and cool off.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Water fountain near Stony Brook parkResident asks for a water fountain near Stony Brook park, possibly along the Southwest Corridor, so people can get free water outdoors without buying it.2026–27Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Electric shuttle from Aquarium Station to SeaportResident asks for a pilot zero-emission electric shuttle from Aquarium Station to the Seaport, which lacks direct subway access, giving transit riders an affordable car-free connection.2026–27South Boston WaterfrontTransit & getting around
- Electric shuttle from Aquarium Station to SeaportResident asks for a pilot zero-emission electric shuttle from Aquarium Station to the Seaport, which lacks direct subway access, giving transit riders an affordable car-free connection.2026–27South Boston WaterfrontTransit & getting around
- Pilot direct ferry between East Boston and CharlestownResident asks for a pilot harbor ferry linking East Boston and Charlestown to give residents an affordable, car-free connection to jobs, services and businesses.2026–27City-wideTransit & getting around
- Pilot direct ferry between East Boston and CharlestownResident asks for a pilot harbor ferry linking East Boston and Charlestown to give residents an affordable, car-free connection to jobs, services and businesses.2026–27City-wideTransit & getting around
- Pilot direct ferry between East Boston and CharlestownResident asks for a pilot harbor ferry linking East Boston and Charlestown to give residents an affordable, car-free connection to jobs, services and businesses.2026–27City-wideTransit & getting around
- Resident co-design panels for safer streetsResident asks for funding for facilitation and expert advice so representative community panels can design feasible street safety improvements in key areas, extending participatory budgeting into design and implementation.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Signs teaching shared sidewalk and bike lane etiquetteResident asks for citywide signage explaining rules and respectful behavior for sidewalks and bike lanes shared by cars, bikes, scooters and pedestrians, citing Providence's bike path signs as a model.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Simplify housing applications for disabled adultsResident asks the City to make applying for housing easier for disabled adults, saying the CHAMP database is confusing and local agencies only redirect people to other agencies that deny services.2026–27City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- Permanent home for East Boston Community Soup KitchenResident asks for $2 million to secure a permanent year-round East Boston Community Soup Kitchen center offering meals, groceries, housing support, healthcare connections, and refuge for people experiencing homelessness.2026–27East BostonHomelessness & shelter
- Support groups for new dadsResident asks for support groups for new fathers to reduce stress and prevent family violence by building healthy co-parenting skills and emotional support.2026–27City-wideMental health & substance use
- Support groups for new dadsResident asks for support groups for new fathers to reduce stress and prevent family violence by building healthy co-parenting skills and emotional support.2026–27City-wideMental health & substance use
- Simplified tech and drop-in tech circles for seniorsResident asks for simplified tablets, keyboards, and adaptive styluses at senior centers for drop-in tech circles where seniors help each other learn.2026–27City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- Paid music and storytelling residencies at senior centersResident asks to pay local musicians a fair stipend to lead music circles and song-sharing at senior centers, reducing isolation for seniors and supporting artists.2026–27City-wideArts & culture
- Vocational education for young peopleResident asks for vocational and professional training for all young people.2026–27City-wideYouth jobs & fellowshipsSubmitted in Portuguese
- Free computer and smartphone training for seniorsResident asks for free hands-on computer and smartphone training for seniors covering everyday tasks like video calls, managing online accounts, and safe internet use.2026–27City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life