Annual review survey open through March 31, public hearing scheduled for March 26 as CPA Committee prepares for FY26 funding round

Mayor Katjana Ballantyne is inviting residents to help shape the future of Community Preservation Act (CPA) investments by participating in the CPA Annual Review process. The Community Preservation Committee (CPC) has launched a survey to gather public input on community needs and priorities for CPA funding. The survey is open through March 31, 2025, and can be accessed at this link.

Additionally, the CPC will host its Annual Public Hearing on Wednesday, March 26, via Zoom to hear directly from residents. Community members can register for the meeting here. The feedback collected during the review period will help guide the allocation of CPA funds for Fiscal Year 2026. 

This year’s review is particularly important as the City prepares to strategically leverage additional CPA revenue. In November 2024, Somerville voters approved a ballot measure increasing the local CPA property tax surcharge from 1.5% to 3%. With this increase set to take effect, the CPC is looking for fresh community perspectives on how best to invest these additional funds alongside other economic considerations.

Since Somerville adopted the CPA in 2012, the program has funded nearly 100 projects across affordable housing, historic preservation, and open space and recreation. Community input has always been a vital part of the CPA process, ensuring that funding aligns with residents’ evolving needs and priorities.

Residents are encouraged to complete the CPA Annual Review survey by March 31 and attend the public hearing on March 26 to share their thoughts.

For more information, visit somervillema.gov/cpa.