Tuesday, November 3, Massachusetts will hold its State Election, which is open to all registered voters in Somerville.  Offices on the ballot include Governor, Senator in Congress, Representative in Congress, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, and more.

There are also nine ballot questions on various subjects. You can help keep lines at the polls shorter by reviewing sample ballots and review ballot questions in advance online at somervillema.gov/sampleballots.

Neighborhood Connect brings City-related discussions and decision-making to Somerville residents. Formerly known as City Hall Community Meetings (and ResiStat before that), this meeting series is an opportunity to learn more about City programs and initiatives, meet your neighbors, find ways to get involved, and talk with elected officials and City staff.

Last day for hazardous waste drop-off Saturday 11/14

Have a fall cleanup list you’ve been avoiding? The Somerville Department of Public Works (DPW) wishes to remind residents that the last days for hazardous and yard waste collection this season are quickly approaching. DPW collection of these materials will resume in Spring 2027 as per the usual seasonal cycle.  

The City of Somerville is seeking two new volunteer members to join the Somerville Human Rights Commission (HRC).

What is the Human Rights Commission?

Per City ordinance, Somerville’s HRC is charged with working toward mutual respect and understanding among all individuals and groups in the city by improving the quality of public discourse and eliminating unlawful discrimination.

Change Smoke and CO Alarm Batteries, Replace Outdated Alarms This Weekend

State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and the Fire Chiefs Association of Massachusetts are reminding residents to replace the batteries in their smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and replace outdated alarms when they change their clocks this weekend.

Somerville Public Schools (SPS) will host three Enrollment Information Sessions in November to help families prepare for the 2027–2028 Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten enrollment process.

Members of Sinhá Capoeira perform capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian art form that includes elements of martial arts, dance, acrobatics, and music.

Community members gathered on Sunday, October 25, at Somerville High School to celebrate Latin American and Caribbean Heritage Month. The event, hosted by Somerville’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (SOIA), the City’s Division of Equity and Belonging, and the Somerville Community Corporation (SCC), featured a wide selection of Latin American and Caribbean foods and refreshments, along with an afternoon of music and cultural performances. The event was free and open to all, bringing residents together to celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Latin American and Caribbean communities.
~ Photos by Joseph Klepeis

The city’s network of food waste drop-off bins are funded by Participatory Budgeting to expand free compost collection to residents citywide. — Photo courtesy of City of Somerville

Learn more at city’s annual Pumpkin Smash on Saturday, November 7

The City of Somerville is making it easier for residents to compost their food scraps with 10 new food waste drop-off bins across the city.

The bins have been installed citywide and are ready for use. Community members can search the City’s location map to find one nearby.