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
- Community fridges stocked by local food businessesResident proposes community fridges partnered with grocery stores and restaurants, stocked with surplus food to reduce waste and feed families in need.2025–26City-wideFood access
- New gym floor, bleachers, AC and dividerResident asks for gym repairs including a new floor, bleachers, air conditioning and a divider.2025–26Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- New gym floor, bleachers and ACResident asks for a new gym floor, new bleachers and air conditioning to make community spaces more welcoming.2025–26Jamaica PlainRecreation facilities & sports
- Public electric scooter share like BluebikesResident proposes electric scooters as public transportation similar to Bluebikes, convenient for people who can't drive or ride bikes.2025–26City-wideTransit & getting around
- Add pools to BCYF facilities for summerResident asks for a pool at BCYF facilities to help people cool off during hot summers.2025–26City-wideRecreation facilities & sports
- Expand Martin Pino Community CenterResident asks to expand the Martin Pino Community Center to add more rooms, including a computer room and weight room.2025–26East BostonRecreation facilities & sports
- More year-round jobsResident asks for more year-round jobs, without specifying who they are for or giving a reason.2025–26City-wideYouth jobs & fellowships
- Safe temporary routes for walkers and cyclists at constructionResident asks the City to fund and regulate temporary travel lanes so pedestrians and cyclists can move safely around construction sites.2025–26City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Bicycle safety public service announcementsResident asks the City to run public service announcements on bike safety, such as opening car doors near bike lanes and using helmets and bright clothing.2025–26City-widePedestrian & bike safety
- Designated rideshare drop-off spots in the North EndResident suggests the City and Uber and Lyft agree on three drop-off locations in the North End to reduce sharp turns on narrow streets and save drivers time.2025–26North EndTransit & getting around
- Green roofs and rain gardensResident asks for green roofs and rain gardens with more vegetation to reduce heat, capture stormwater and clean the air.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Monthly basic income for homeless residentsResident proposes giving homeless people in Boston $500 to $1,000 monthly with no strings attached to help them stay fed, clothed and possibly find housing.2025–26City-wideHomelessness & shelter
- Citywide single healthcare system for BostonResident proposes a Boston-run single healthcare system giving everyone free care without insurance, citing Montana's approach as a model.2025–26City-wideHealth care access
- Fix broken escalatorsResident asks for escalators to be fixed, without specifying a location or giving a reason.2025–26Jamaica PlainTransit & getting around
- Better housing, schools and more public pollsResident wants better housing such as condos with porch, yard and parking, along with better schools and more local polls for the public.2025–26MattapanAffordable housing & rent stability
- More vendors and youth programsResident asks for more vendors and more youth programs, with no further detail or reason given.2025–26City-wideYouth programs & schools
- More youth jobs and programs for Black youthResident asks for more youth jobs and programs, including activities for Black children and young adults and programs that involve families.2025–26City-wideYouth jobs & fellowships
- Expand Roxbury center with pool, teen and senior spaceExpand a Roxbury building to add an indoor swimming pool, teen center, office space and a senior center so diverse residents can gather year-round near MBTA access.2025–26RoxburyRecreation facilities & sports
- Renovate field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF MarshallThe resident asks for renovation of the field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF Marshall.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports
- Renovate field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF MarshallThe resident asks for renovation of the field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF Marshall.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports
- Renovate field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF MarshallThe resident asks for renovation of the field, playground and outdoor space at BCYF Marshall.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports
- Renovate the Marshall BCYF playgroundThe resident asks for renovation of the playground at the Marshall BCYF to support the community.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports
- Safer park and upgraded equipment at BCYF MarshallThe resident asks for safety improvements and equipment upgrades at the BCYF Marshall park for the kids.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports
- Parks with workout areas and family bike pathsThe resident asks for improved parks where parents can exercise while watching children, plus family bike paths so families can stay active together.2025–26City-wideParks, trees & climate
- Fix big and small playgrounds at MarshallThe resident asks for both the big and small playgrounds at Marshall Community Center to be fixed because of safety issues.2025–26DorchesterRecreation facilities & sports