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
- Boston Voices grants for recording artistsThe resident proposes a grant program giving Boston recording artists financial support and resources like studio time to create equitable access to the music industry.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Buy parcels next to Crane Woods LedgeThe resident asks the City to invest in Crane Woods Ledge by buying adjacent parcels to create open space and mitigate climate change for Hyde Park, Mattapan and Roslindale.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Library book drop or pop-up at City HallThe resident asks for a Boston Public Library book drop or pop-up branch at City Hall, citing Cleveland's city hall library as an example.2025–26DowntownLibraries, digital & civic life
- Improve and expand parking in East BostonThe resident asks to improve and expand parking for East Boston residents, noting neighbors have been complaining about parking problems.2025–26East BostonTransit & getting around
- More help for youth learning to driveThe resident asks for more support for young people learning to drive, so they develop good driving practices.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- More English learning programs for all agesThe resident asks for more English-learning programs for all ages so the community has better job opportunities.2025–26City-wideImmigrant & language support
- Expand cultural and recreation spaces for allThe resident asks for more cultural and recreational spaces for everyone to encourage greater participation among residents.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Creative Catalyst Fund for Boston artistsThe resident proposes a fund offering micro-grants and mentorship for Boston artists to cover projects, equipment and training and connect them with professionals.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- City fundraising concerts for artists in hardshipThe resident proposes city-organized fundraising concerts to support artists and musicians facing economic hardship.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Nonprofit arts announcements on city billboardsThe resident asks the City to display arts and culture announcements from nonprofits on city-owned billboards so more people learn about events without paid advertising.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- More food forests across the cityThe resident asks for more food forests, prioritizing areas with little fresh food access and heat problems, for shade, free food, kids' education and community gathering space.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- City-run online platform for local artsThe resident proposes a city-run digital platform showcasing local artists, performers and community arts nonprofits, to improve visibility for those lacking marketing budgets.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Citywide artist mentor networkThe resident proposes a network connecting emerging local artists with experienced professionals for one-on-one help, workshops and reviews to reduce career barriers.2025–26City-wideArts & culture
- Community navigation points for city servicesThe resident proposes staffed navigation points in community centers and libraries to help immigrants, non-English speakers, seniors and low-income residents find and use city services.2025–26City-wideImmigrant & language support
- Neighborhood tool lending librariesThe resident proposes neighborhood tool libraries where residents borrow tools and learn basic repair skills, avoiding the cost of buying equipment for one-time use.2025–26City-wideLibraries, digital & civic life
- Community gardens on vacant city-owned lotsThe resident proposes turning vacant or underused city lots into community gardens and green spaces, giving residents in low-income neighborhoods access to green space and fresh produce.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Rooftop community gardens on residential buildingsThe resident proposes turning underused residential rooftops into community gardens and green spaces so residents can grow produce where ground-level space is scarce.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Free public restrooms funded by tourist taxThe resident asks for public restrooms available to everyone, suggesting a specific tax on tourists or businesses to pay for them, since bathroom access is a basic need.2025–26City-wideClean streets & restrooms
- Fruit trees in public spacesThe resident proposes community-chosen fruit-bearing trees in public spaces, planted by youth and residents with a city expert, to provide free fresh produce, cooler air, better air quality and job training.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Plant more shade trees on city propertyThe resident asks for more shade trees planted on city-owned property.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Advertise the street tree planting programThe resident asks the City to publicize the existing program for planting a street tree in front of homes or businesses so more trees get planted.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Interest-free loans to fix driveway cutsThe resident asks for interest-free loans and encouragement for homeowners to fix uneven driveway cuts that interrupt sidewalks in Brighton, such as on Monastery Rd and Colborne Rd.2025–26BrightonStreet & sidewalk repair
- More public toiletsThe resident asks for more public toilets.2025–26City-wideClean streets & restrooms
- Citywide fix for broken, uneven sidewalksThe resident asks for a citywide effort to make sidewalks smooth and even, noting that ADA ramps are of little use next to broken sidewalk.2025–26City-wideStreet & sidewalk repair
- Shelter and food for people on the streetThe resident asks the City to invest in shelter and food for people living on the street to improve their quality of life and provide safe spaces.2025–26City-wideHomelessness & shelter