1. City of Somerville Community Transformation Channeling the forces of change in a positive direction for your community Joseph A. Curtatone, Mayor Harvard Kennedy School Presentation September 2010
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7. Mayor Joseph A Curtatone Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development Somerville’s Population History
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9. Jobs in Boston Metro Region Change in Real Wage Somerville has less than 0.5 jobs per resident in the workforce. In contrast, Cambridge has two.
11. Transit Ridership to Work Even with only one transit station and terrible on-time bus performance, 30% of Somerville residents use public transit for their daily commute
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15. Somerville: Transit & Transformation Special thanks to our graphics providers: FRIT, CBT/Greenberg, EOT, Reconnecting America, and the Community Design Resource Center Wholesale Transformation Substantial Redevelopment Strategic Investment Residential Preservation
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19. Creating a Plan for Somerville What is a Comprehensive Plan? Core Components: Goals & Policies Land Use Plan Housing Economic Development Open Space & Recreation Natural & Cultural Resources Services & Facilities Circulation & Transportation Implementation A vision of what a community wants to become and the steps needed to achieve that vision. Rooted in factual current and historical data. Requires cornerstone components, established in Massachusetts General Law. Includes an extensive process of community involvement that will shape the Plan and put it into action. The Comprehensive Plan: Analysis of Trends Vision for the Future Guidance/Direction/Protection
22. In Somerville, We : Value the diversity of our people, cultures, housing, and economy. Foster the unique character of our residents, neighborhoods, hills and squares, and the strength of our community spirit as expressed in our history, our cultural and social life, and our deep sense of civic engagement. Invest in the growth of a resilient economic base that is centered around transit, generates a wide variety of job opportunities, creates an active daytime population, supports independent local businesses, and secures fiscal self-sufficiency. Promote a dynamic urban streetscape that embraces public transportation, reduces dependence on the automobile, and is accessible , inviting and safe for all pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders. Build a sustainable future through strong environmental leadership, balanced transportation modes, engaging recreational and community spaces, exceptional schools and educational opportunities, improved community health, varied and affordable housing options, and effective stewardship of our natural resources. Commit to continued innovation and affirm our responsibility to current and future generations in all of our endeavors: business, technology, education, arts, and government.
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