SCC is thrilled to report that on July 7 Governor Patrick announced funding and tax credit allocations to 24 affordable housing projects across the state, including SCC’s 181 Washington Street project.  SCC is very grateful to Representative Michael E. Capuano, 7^th District, MA;  Senator Patricia Jehlen, 2^nd Middlesex District; Representative Denise Provost, 27^th Middlesex District; and Mayor Joseph A. Read more about 181 Washington Street: Full Speed Ahead!

SCC submitted a Special Permit Application to the ZBA for a hearing on July 16 to adaptively re-use the former East Somerville American Legion Post building as 11 homeownership units, 8 of which will be restricted as affordable homeownership opportunities and 3 of which will be market rate homeownership opportunities. The affordable units will target to both low- and middle income households. Read more about 163 Glen Street Homeownership Project

On Thursdays throughout the summer, the City Planning Department is hosting a series of workshops to get community input on the City’s new zoning. The theme for Thursday, July 31^st is Community Benefits. Read more about Help Shape the City’s New Zoning!

Read more about Union United Keeps Mobilizing for Development Without Displacement

Every summer we plan a work-free, all-fun evening for our members to get together, enjoy good food, swap stories of what we’ve been up to, and relax. The whole family is welcome and encouraged to come. Last year we started the tradition of an open-mic talent show, which surpassed our expectations!  Bring a song, a poem, a skit, or anything else you’d like to share with the crowd. 

When:  Wednesday, July 30^th, 2014, 5:30pm-8pm

Where: Capuano School in East Somerville, 150 Glen Street Read more about Annual Summer Member Gathering

Less than 6 months after its kick-off, the Somerville First Source Jobs Program is celebrating its 16th job placement. These placements include part-time and full-time jobs in different industries, including restaurants, retail stores, and banks around Somerville. Read more about First Source Jobs Program is at full speed

Read more about GLX/Mass-WIN Launch Celebration

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The Union United Coalition had an op-ed published in today's Boston Globe highlighting our anti-displacement message. The piece includes quotes from Union Square community members who believe that community benefits and transparency must be part of the redevelopment process.

Read more about Union United publishes letter calling for development without displacement