That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss the cost barriers and equity constraints that prevent low-income residents and local youth from accessing Somerville programs, such as public skate time at Veterans Memorial Rink on early school dismissal days.

Committee

City Council

Requested by

City Council

Introduced

June 18, 2026

On agenda

June 25, 2026

Passed

July 9, 2026

Enacted

June 25, 2026

Enactment no.

220895

Where it was heard

City Council Jul 9, 2026 Work completed Housing, Community Development and Equity Committee Jul 1, 2026 Recommended to be marked work completed Pass City Council Jun 25, 2026 Approved and sent for discussion

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