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
- Evening programming and lighting at Almont ParkResident asks for funding for evening activation of Almont Park in Mattapan, including lighting, seating, and music, movie nights, vendors and youth performances for a safe gathering place.2026–27MattapanParks, trees & climate
- Restore BPS funding, bike safety, transit, community groceriesResident asks to restore Boston Public Schools budget cuts, build safer bike and pedestrian infrastructure, fund the MBTA toward free reliable transit, and establish community grocery stores.2026–27City-wideYouth programs & schools
- Citywide composting program with free containersResident asks for a mandatory citywide composting program with free containers and online orientations to reduce food waste and benefit health and the environment.2026–27City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Free study spaces with Wi-Fi and computersResident proposes converting underused park or community center space into study spaces with solar charging, free computers, desks and fast Wi-Fi for students and workers lacking quiet space at home.2026–27City-wideLibraries, digital & civic lifeSubmitted in Korean
- Add Playa Bowls and Chick-fil-AResident asks for Playa Bowls and Chick-fil-A restaurants, saying they would let people of diverse backgrounds meet over shared tastes.2026–27DorchesterOther or unclearSubmitted in Korean
- More basketball courtsResident asks for more basketball courts so everyone can play.2026–27City-wideRecreation facilities & sportsSubmitted in Korean
- Heating and cooling centers for those without A/C or heatResident asks for heating and cooling centers for people lacking A/C or heat, or installing heating and cooling systems in buildings that lack them.2026–27City-wideHomelessness & shelterSubmitted in Korean
- Meals for people experiencing homelessnessResident asks for meals to be provided to homeless people so everyone has food and can maintain well-being.2026–27City-wideHomelessness & shelterSubmitted in Korean
- More art programs like painting and bracelet makingResident asks for more art programs, such as bracelet making and painting.2026–27City-wideArts & cultureSubmitted in Korean
- More counseling services for children in needResident asks for more counseling services for children in need.2026–27City-wideMental health & substance useSubmitted in Korean
- Grocery store for vulnerable residentsResident asks for a grocery store providing food to vulnerable populations so everyone can better access food.2026–27City-wideFood accessSubmitted in Korean
- Shared trash collection points for homes without storageResident asks for shared trash collection points where properties cannot store bins, to keep sidewalks clear for disabled and older neighbors and reduce litter.2026–27East BostonClean streets & restrooms
- Aquarium in every classroomResident proposes placing an aquarium in every classroom to keep students connected to the environment.2026–27City-wideOther or unclear
- Pedestrian-priority crosswalk like Common and Public GardenResident asks that a crosswalk be built like the one between Boston Common and the Public Garden, so pedestrians rather than car traffic are prioritized.2026–27Beacon HillPedestrian & bike safety
- Protect the Tremont Street bike laneResident asks for physical protection of the Tremont Street bike lane where a cyclist was killed, to prevent further traffic deaths.2026–27Mission HillPedestrian & bike safety
- Trees and benches along Commonwealth AveResident asks for more trees and benches along sunny stretches of Commonwealth Ave so walking is cooler and more comfortable in summer.2026–27BrightonParks, trees & climate
- Extend Southwest Corridor to Roslindale VillageResident asks to extend the Southwest Corridor path to Roslindale Village, giving riders a safe route instead of Washington Street, which has shared bus lanes and uneven pavement.2026–27RoslindalePedestrian & bike safety
- Prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety citywideResident asks the city to prioritize pedestrian and cyclist safety across neighborhoods, citing a recent fatality and long delays to Blue Hill Avenue improvements.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- City-run free open-source AI serviceResident proposes a city-run portal offering free open-source AI tools on city-owned servers, so lower-income residents are not priced out and personal data is not harvested by big tech.2026–27City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- More tree canopy and shade in Allston-BrightonResident asks for more trees and shade structures in Allston-Brighton to protect people from extreme heat while walking to public transit.2026–27BrightonParks, trees & climate
- Heat pump and solar rebates for landlordsResident proposes a rebate program for landlords to install heat pumps and solar panels, cutting emissions and lowering tenant utility costs.2026–27City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- Harm reduction and health care for unhoused peopleResident asks for harm reduction and health care for unhoused people designed with frontline workers rather than police, opposing sweeps at Mass and Cass and calling for drug decriminalization.2026–27City-wideMental health & substance use
- Public trash cans on Heath and Centre StreetsResident asks for public trash cans along major streets like Heath St and Centre St in underserved communities to reduce litter and rat food sources.2026–27Mission HillClean streets & restrooms
- Invasive species mapping in BOS:311 appResident asks for a BOS:311 feature to report and map invasive species, with possible volunteer removal crews, to help low-income homeowners affected by plants like Japanese knotweed.2026–27City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- Blue Hill Avenue bus lanesResident asks the city to build bus lanes on Blue Hill Avenue, saying most residents support it, half of street users ride the bus and funding is available.2026–27MattapanTransit & getting around