SCC held its first-ever Annual FUNd Open House and Cake Party in December. Fifty adults and children came out for this holiday event. What a fun evening. Read more about What a Party, What a Year!
On behalf of the SCC Board and Staff I want to wish everyone a happy new year and a terrific 2018. As ever, at SCC we’ve already hit the ground running in the new year as we held a daylong board and staff retreat on the first Sunday in January, as part of our strategic planning process for the next five years. Read more about SCC's 2018 Plans
SCC is able to accomplish all we do each year thanks to the ongoing hard work of members, supporters and partners. Each step of the way, you are there, making a difference in the lives of Somerville residents and the future direction of the City. Read more about Gratitude from SCC to All of You
When we asked for recommendations for good reads on economic development issues earlier this fall, we were not sure what the response would be. We are thrilled to have received so many excellent recommendations. Read more about Reading Recommendations on Economic Development
We like to think of the holiday season as a time of joy and celebration. Sometimes, it is. Sometimes, though, this season – and the rough winter that follows – can bring with it anxiety and worry about how to provide holiday happiness and winter security for those we love. Here in Somerville, there are a number of agencies and services to help. Read more about Social Services That Make the Holiday Season Bright
On Monday November 27th more than 50 people went to Somerville City Hall to participate in the public hearing on the citizen’s petition to implement a Jobs Linkage fee at $2.46 per square foot (over 15,000 square feet) and to increase the affordable housing linkage fee to $10.00 per square foot (over 30,000 square feet). Read more about Citizen’s Petition to Implement a Jobs Linkage Fee
