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
- Native plantings citywide for shade and pollinatorsResident asks for a citywide native plant program using green spaces and sidewalk planting strips to add shade and pollinator habitat, reducing heat in neighborhoods with less tree cover.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Solar panels over MBTA Arborway GarageResident proposes installing solar panels over the Arborway Garage to shelter buses and extend their lifespan, with the energy revenue funding future community initiatives.2025–26Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Green infrastructure to stop flooding on two roadsResident asks for green infrastructure along Corey Road and Belvista Road, which flood whenever it rains, to reduce flooding and stormwater overflow.2025–26BrightonParks, trees & climate
- Sidewalk booths to record resident video storiesPlace sidewalk pods where passersby record short clips answering prompts about their dreams for Boston, creating a digital collection that elevates unheard voices.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Pop-up hosts connecting residents to servicesTrain BIPOC hosts to guide residents to housing, mental health and youth services through pop-ups, flyers and storytelling, making city support more visible and trusted.2025–26City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- Community liaisons checking on seniors' careTrain community liaisons to check on seniors and disabled residents, especially BIPOC, to make sure they receive the insurance-covered care they are promised.2025–26City-wideOlder adult support
- Trash cans and crosswalk lights near schoolsAdd public trash cans and crosswalk lights on streets with schools to make neighborhoods cleaner and nicer.2025–26City-wideClean streets & restrooms
- Work readiness programs for adults and young adultsOffer work readiness programs to help adults and young adults enter or re-enter the workforce and gain financial stability.2025–26City-wideAdult jobs & small business
- Address affordable housingAddress affordable housing to make it easier for low-income people to afford homes.2025–26City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- More community gardens in Allston-BrightonAdd more community gardens across Allston-Brighton to improve food access for all people.2025–26AllstonParks, trees & climate
- Senior-accessible exercise equipmentInstall exercise equipment accessible to older adults so exercise and movement are available to all in neighborhoods.2025–26City-wideOlder adult support
- Support youth mental health programsSupport mental health programs for young people, with community participation to help restore their lives.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- Neighborhood food forestsCreate food forests in neighborhoods to keep food available to everyone.2025–26City-wideFood access
- Support programs for entrepreneursCreate support programs for entrepreneurs, with participation from young people of different cultures and races.2025–26City-wideAdult jobs & small business
- Brighter street lightsInstall brighter street lights.2025–26City-widePublic safety & crime prevention
- Pop-up art and music hubs on street cornersCreate mobile pop-up hubs with DJs, murals, open mics and dance battles that share safety tips, uplift local artists and make public space safer and more connected.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- More swimming pools for childrenBuild more swimming pools so children can learn to swim and cool off in summer.2025–26City-wideRecreation facilities & sports
- Accessible whole-person health and wellness resourcesProvide culturally responsive physical, mental, emotional and spiritual wellness resources for underserved communities that face stress and barriers to care.2025–26City-wideMental health & substance use
- Neighborhood history education, like Mattapan quarriesCreate neighbor education programs highlighting local history, such as the Mattapan quarries, to connect residents and help local businesses.2025–26City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- End forced welfare checks on eldersStop city police, fire and ambulance staff from forcing entry into elders' homes for welfare checks when no danger exists, and let elders opt out.2025–26City-wideOther or unclear
- Build Dorchester Greenway over Red Line capBuild a linear park and path above the Red Line tunnel cap in Dorchester to expand healthy outdoor space and safe walking and biking routes.2025–26DorchesterParks, trees & climate
- Saturday bus to affordable grocery storesRun a Saturday bus in Allston-Brighton taking residents to affordable stores with culturally relevant foods, helping families without transportation access nutritious food.2025–26UnspecifiedFood access
- Affordable housing and college scholarshipsBuild more affordable housing for low-income families because many are homeless or in shelters, and make college more affordable through scholarships.2025–26City-wideAffordable housing & rent stability
- Misting cool-down areas in parks for adultsAdd gentle misting areas in parks that cool adults without soaking them, helping poorer residents without air conditioning cope with hotter summers.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Native American statue or monument in BostonInstall a prominent statue or monument honoring Native Americans in Boston proper to acknowledge their history and presence on taken land.2025–26City-wideArts & culture