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
- Replace arterial street parking with sidewalks and bike lanesResident asks to convert street parking on major arterial roads into wider sidewalks and protected bike lanes, improving safety for low-income residents, especially in Roxbury.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Raised crosswalks near Boston Public SchoolsResident asks for raised crosswalks near BPS schools in high-traffic, underserved minority neighborhoods to slow drivers and protect pedestrians, including students.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Restore removed bike infrastructureResident asks the city to replace bike infrastructure that was removed, saying bikes reduce cost burdens on working-class people and make better communities.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Pedestrianized, green streets in ChinatownResident asks for pedestrianized and greener streets in Chinatown, which is congested and hard for elderly and mobility-limited people, as reinvestment in a historically disadvantaged neighborhood.2026–27ChinatownPedestrian & bike safety
- Better fencing at Pagel soccer fieldResident asks for redesigned fencing at the Pagel soccer field in Jamaica Plain because balls hit neighboring houses daily, easing tension between residents and the youth who use the field.2026–27Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Public EV chargers for rentersResident asks for more public EV chargers or resources so renters without home chargers can own EVs, improving air quality in lower-income neighborhoods.2026–27City-wideTransit & getting around
- Food forest in vacant Roxbury lotResident proposes turning a vacant lot on Harold St in Roxbury into a food forest to provide fresh food, shade and a safer play space for children.2026–27RoxburyParks, trees & climate
- Chinatown sidewalk repaving and cleaner streetsResident asks to repair and repave sidewalks in front of Chinatown storefronts and add trash bins, more frequent cleaning, anti-litter signs and monitoring for safer, cleaner, accessible public spaces.2026–27City-wideStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Art and performance spaces on T platformsResident asks for improved performance areas and local art installations on T platforms, using artists local to each station to make transit more enjoyable and support creatives.2026–27FenwayArts & culture
- Traffic calming and safety, especially on Hyde Park AveResident asks for meaningful traffic calming, pedestrian and bike safety measures citywide, especially on Hyde Park Ave, noting disadvantaged communities are more affected by traffic deaths.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Community CPR and first aid classesResident proposes community CPR and first aid classes so residents can learn life-saving skills.2026–27City-wideHealth care access
- Permeable pavement over tree roots on sidewalksResident asks for permeable pavement above tree roots to protect existing trees and give pedestrians a trip-free sidewalk.2026–27AllstonStreet & sidewalk repair
- More police and cameras on Boston CommonResident asks for additional police, cameras or private security on Boston Common, saying parts of it feel unsafe and this affects families, tourists, businesses and the city's reputation.2026–27City-widePublic safety & crime prevention
- Splash pad, playground and crosswalk at Pagel FieldResident asks to upgrade Pagel Field with a splash pad and playground for kids during soccer games, plus a flashing crosswalk at HPA/Hunter Street.2026–27Jamaica PlainParks, trees & climate
- Enforce current traffic lawsResident asks for enforcement of existing traffic laws to make getting to work, school and recreation easier for people without expensive vehicles.2026–27City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Overhaul Chinatown sidewalks and streets, boost cleaningResident asks for full renovation of old, damaged Chinatown sidewalks and streets plus better daily cleaning and trash pickup, so the community gets equal public resources.2026–27City-wideStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Chinatown sidewalks, greenery and trash cansResident asks to fix broken sidewalks, add greenery and trash cans, and improve cleaning in Chinatown for safe, comfortable walking and fairer public investment.2026–27City-wideStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- More Chinatown trash cans and cleanupResident asks for more trash cans, cleaning staff and pickups in Chinatown, plus outreach to shops on waste sorting and reminding customers not to litter.2026–27ChinatownClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Chinatown sidewalk repair, greenery and trash cansResident asks to repair broken sidewalks, add greenery and trash cans, and improve street cleaning in Chinatown for a safe, clean walking environment.2026–27City-wideStreet & sidewalk repairSubmitted in Chinese
- Elevators at Boylston and all subway stationsResident asks for an elevator at Boylston station and a review of accessibility at all stations, with the City working with the MBTA, to help seniors and people with disabilities.2026–27City-wideTransit & getting aroundSubmitted in Chinese
- Station escalators and Chinatown lighting and call boxesResident asks for escalators at Boylston and Tufts Medical Center stations, plus more street lights, emergency call boxes and police patrols in Chinatown for night safety.2026–27ChinatownTransit & getting aroundSubmitted in Chinese
- Chinatown restrooms, road repair and greeneryResident asks for public restrooms, repair of damaged roads and sidewalks, more greenery and better upkeep in Chinatown for a cleaner, safer neighborhood.2026–27City-wideClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese
- Bike lanes on Centre and South StreetsResident asks for investment in bike lane infrastructure along Centre Street and South Street, in memory of a planner, for safer streets and transit equity.2026–27Jamaica PlainPedestrian & bike safety
- More Chinatown police patrols, especially at nightResident asks for increased police patrols and more frequent night-time security in Chinatown so residents, merchants, seniors and visitors feel safe.2026–27City-widePublic safety & crime preventionSubmitted in Chinese
- Chinatown cleanliness, senior food and rent aidResident asks for more Chinatown trash cans and cleaning, food vouchers and fresh produce subsidies for seniors 60+, and rental assistance for seniors to prevent displacement.2026–27City-wideClean streets & restroomsSubmitted in Chinese