In Massachusetts, cities have limited powers under state law. A Home Rule Petition is a request from a city for a new type of power from the state legislature—for example, the power to enact a new tax or regulation, or an exemption from an aspect of state law. Read more about What is a Home Rule Petition?

On the last day of the State Legislature’s Formal Session, the Legislation passed two home rule petitions that allow for the plans to redevelop the Clarendon:  H4580 provides authorization for the Somerville Housing Authority to engage with a private development partner to redevelop the Clarendon property; and H4856 allows for a land swap between Somerville Housing Authority and the State Department of Conservation and Recreation that will allow for the replacement of the rotary at Powder House and Alewife with a fully signaled T-intersection. Read more about Clarendon Redevelopment Gets State Approval

SCC is pleased to announce an exciting contract award from Somerville Center for Adult Learning Experience (SCALE) to establish a job-sector preparation program targeted primarily for SCALE students interested in career growth.  Read more about First Source Jobs Program Expands!

Thanks to everyone who attended our 2018 Annual Meeting & Dinner. We hope you had as much fun as we did! Special thanks to our award winners and event sponsors. (If you get the chance, let them know that you appreciate them, too.) They were joined by more than 200 SCC members, partners and friends who came together to celebrate our City and our collective work to ensure a Somerville for everyone. 

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SCC has worked collaboratively with the Somerville Housing Authority on many projects over the years.One that stands out because of its focus on tenant families is the LEAP program.

Read more about SCC/Housing Authority Partnership Fosters Self-Sufficiency

SCC has now purchased 45 units in 10 properties ranging in size from two-family properties to a 16-unit property. These units have been permanently removed from the speculative market. Read more about 100 Homes Nears Half-Way Point