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
- Blue light emergency assistance systemResident proposes a blue light system as a resource for people who need assistance at any time.2025–26City-widePublic safety & crime prevention
- Air conditioning for Boston public schoolsResident asks for HVAC systems in Boston public schools because most schools lack AC to keep students cool.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Free public libraries with free booksResident asks for free public libraries so community members can get books at no cost.2025–26City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- More accessible public kitchens and fresh produceResident asks for more accessible public kitchens, fresh produce access and part-time spots for food trucks, to improve access to healthy food and hot meals.2025–26City-wideFood access
- Pantry, feminine and hygiene products for those in needResident asks for resources for less fortunate residents, including food pantry necessities, feminine products and hygiene products.2025–26City-wideFood access
- Health is a Human Right campaignResident proposes a campaign to align health strategies across sectors, raise awareness of health rights, and add health as a human right to the Massachusetts constitution.2025–26DorchesterOther or unclear
- Coordinated stabilization services for intimate partner violence survivorsResident asks for coordinated services in the first year for survivors of intimate partner violence, saying fragmented navigation worsens outcomes and incidence has risen since COVID.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- $2000 direct payments to single momsResident proposes direct $2000 payments to people in need, limited to single mothers.2025–26City-wideOther or unclear
- Free youth mental health training for community adultsResident asks for free mental health training for coaches, parents, caregivers and neighbors who interact with youth, because culturally fitting clinical care is scarce.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- Welcome to New York signs at city entrancesResident proposes joke signs reading 'Welcome to New York' at Boston's entrances, just to tease people.2025–26City-wideOther or unclear
- Free public transit, more bikes, community grocery storeResident asks for free public transportation, more bikes and a community grocery store so more people can travel and experience the city's culture and diversity.2025–26City-wideTransit & getting around
- Free indoor youth substance use prevention programsResident asks for free indoor youth programs to educate about and prevent substance use.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- Free indoor youth substance use prevention programsResident asks for free indoor programs for young people to educate them about substance use and prevent it.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- More bus, ferry and train access in East BostonResident asks for more access to buses, ferries and trains, noting East Boston is a diverse and busy area.2025–26East BostonTransit & getting around
- Safer public transportationResident asks for public safety and transportation improvements so people can travel to work and elsewhere safely.2025–26City-wideTransit & getting around
- More food for everyoneResident asks for more food to be available for everyone.2025–26City-wideFood access
- Better schools for everyoneResident asks for better schools for everyone.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Sustainable clothing and supply shopsResident suggests shops that redistribute clothing and supplies from communities with access to those without.2025–26City-wideOther or unclear
- Repave and fix crossing timing at intersectionResident asks for a longer crosswalk timer, repaving and reset tracks at a bumpy intersection so people of all ages and abilities can cross safely.2025–26BrightonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Fix sidewalks, potholes and speeding on Brighton streetResident reports inaccessible sidewalks, potholes and fast drivers on a narrow street used by school kids and families, and asks for repairs and safety improvements.2025–26BrightonStreet & sidewalk repair
- Business career development center for entrepreneurs and veteransResident proposes a networking and career development center helping lower-income citizens and veterans become entrepreneurs, grounded in biblical principles, including access to land and homes.2025–26City-wideAdult jobs & small business
- Police-run youth fishing program for immigrant kidsResident asks for a fishing program for kids through the police department, like Chelsea's, since immigrant kids have fewer recreation opportunities.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Repair and improve Boston schools and school foodResident wants schools fixed and better organized, saying buildings are breaking down and the food is old.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Financial help for family extracurricular activitiesResident asks for financial assistance covering extracurricular activities that include both children and caregivers, so families who are often left out can participate.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Housing for people with substance use issuesResident asks for housing for individuals with substance use issues to reduce homelessness and open opportunities for them.2025–26City-wideHomelessness & shelter