Medford, MA, USA

Join Medford Public Schools and the Medford Board of Health for a Health and Social Services Fair on Saturday, September 28! Come to Andrews Middle School from 10am-1pm to find resources about all types of health, health insurance, fitness, nutrition, and more.

There will also be raffles, healthy snacks, and a flu vaccine clinic. Register for the clinic here: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/medford?site=andrews-middle-school

If you own a business in Medford Square, we're holding an informational zoom meeting TOMORROW at 3 p.m. to discuss upcoming changes to trash and recycling collection.
City staff is on hand to give a presentation and answer any questions you may have. Register at the link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcocOqtqz0jG92mJiIdzogBM90-LyAJ-YzU

Can't make this one? We're holding a makeup meeting on Tuesday, September 10 at 3 p.m. More info at medfordma.org/squares

Unofficial 2024 State Primary Election Results:

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Medford Secures $750K Grant to Help Strengthen its Climate Resiliency

Funding will be used to support the Medford Connects project, which supports improving the City’s Emergency Preparedness

The City has secured a Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Grant for $750K from the state to continue the expansion of its Medford Connects project, announced Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn. The Medford Connects project will use this MVP funding to continue improving climate resiliency throughout the community.

Building upon three MVP grant rounds, this fourth round of funding secured by the Health Department will allow Medford Connects to strengthen Environmental Justice (EJ) and climate-sensitive populations by building community supports and increasing accessible communications. This funding will support the current Community Engagement Team, help formalize a network of community organizations invested in this mission, and create a virtual, centralized resource center.

“As the effects of climate change continue to impact many aspects of daily life, we’re working to create a more resilient community and the MVP grant funding has been critical to strengthening those efforts,” said Mayor Lungo-Koehn. “We have been able to build a robust Medford Connects program that will be able to support and engage communities before, during, and after climate emergencies.”

Awarded by the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness program, which is administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), MVP grants support communities in identifying climate hazards, developing strategies to improve resilience, and implementing priority actions to adapt to climate change. Medford is one of 71 projects to have received action grant funding in the latest round of applications.

"Medford Connects has been working diligently since its creation in 2020 to close the gap that marginalized communities face during climate crises and other emergencies,” said Catherine Dhingra, Prevention and Outreach Manager. “We are proud to say that our project has become an example for other communities, and we look forward to continuing this work with our new funding round.”

To learn more about the project, visit www.medfordma.org/medford-connects.

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Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Wednesday, September 4, 2024
➡ South Medford Square Business Waste Transition Meeting, 3:00pm
Zoom registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrduCsqzgqGddIa7tnBbCChBD28tZEVwht

➡ Board of Assessors Meeting, 4:00pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HfxHRVtcpW0x9pF-uqR3JnkMAXH4PVVT/view?usp=sharing
Location: Medford City Hall - Room 109

➡ Hormel Stadium Commission Meeting, 5:00pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16lcHA1jJSEpIwvoyZvWipKhVHA1ujLrm/view?usp=sharing
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9754079983?pwd=Q3pLcTloTEo2NXppM0UzZGlIbHF1Zz09&omn=82476243655

➡ Affordable Housing Trust Meeting, 6:00pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BRJPyzfVNp1Ngn7Bl2-J8TwnGYYj0TjC/view?usp=sharing
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85409661002
Location: Room 207, Medford City Hall, 85 George P Hassett Dr, Medford

➡ Election Commission Meeting, 6:00pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iWaCF0-5I3f7GMbLqZYy9b4zrKmj_agK/view?usp=sharing
Location: Medford City Hall - Room 102

➡ Community Development Board Meeting, 6:30pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1liIz1tOVawYS2J1D-Ib5hJ1FgdyAEgoG/view?usp=sharing
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/95629298475

If you own a business in South Medford, we're holding an informational zoom meeting TOMORROW at 3 p.m. to discuss upcoming changes to trash and recycling collection.
City staff is on hand to give a presentation and answer any questions you may have. Register at the link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrduCsqzgqGddIa7tnBbCChBD28tZEVwht #/registration

Can't make this one? We're holding more Square specific meetings over the next week. Full schedule is below and sign up info is at medfordma.org/squares

➡ Medford Square Meeting: September 5 at 3 p.m.
➡ Makeup Meeting: September 10 at 3 p.m.

Municipal Leaders Encourage All to “Be Kind” This Fall

From the Desks of Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn, Mayor Jen Grigoraitis, Mayor Gary Christenson, Town Manager Dennis Sheehan, and Town Manager Beth Rudolph

(MEDFORD) — Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn, Mayor Jen Grigoraitis, Mayor Gary Christenson, Town Manager Dennis Sheehan, and Town Manager Beth Rudolph released the following joint statement on encouraging stewardship of the Middlesex Fells Reservation:

As local government leaders, we can have a lot of competing priorities from moment to moment. But, even on our most stressful days, we are driven by a deep belief in the power of kindness to do good. Caring for what makes our communities special is a great part of any Town Manager or Mayor’s job, especially including standout assets like the Middlesex Fells Reservation.

The Middlesex Fells is the jewel of our region with gorgeous vistas, thrilling hikes, and opportunities for nature-lovers of all ages to enjoy the great outdoors. We are thankful to the DCR for the care they take in preserving this unique space and know they can’t do it alone.

We are joining together with DCR to encourage ourselves, and our fellow residents, to “Be Kind!” in the Fells this fall. Stewardship, or the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care, is a practice that everyone can be a part of. Our friends at DCR have a few easy tips to follow that make it simple to Be Kind!
• Listen for other people on trails and make space for others to pass;
• Keep dogs leashed outside of designated off-leash areas;
• Leave no trace of litter or waste; and
• Stay on the trails – on foot, paw, or bike.

Be on the lookout for more information about this campaign from official city and town social media, and don’t be afraid to get involved! With or , it’s easier than ever to share with others how easy it is to brighten someone’s day with kindness. You can also volunteer to be a Trail Adopter, attend an official Be Kind event, or learn more at https://www.mass.gov/guides/be-kind-massachusetts

It’s no secret that a little kindness can go a long way. We’re lucky to be the leaders of cities and towns known for their deep community roots and friendly neighbors. It’s our hope that no matter where our residents roam, they take that signature welcoming attitude with them. We are proud to be ambassadors along with the Department of Conservation and Recreation’s new campaign that encourages us to “Be Kind!” when out in nature.

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Today is voting day for the State Primary Election! Polls are open until 8pm tonight. Voting today is at your regular polling place – to look this information up, visit https://www.sec.state.ma.us/WhereDoIVoteMA/WhereDoIVote. If you're voting by mail, please drop your ballot off at one of two secure drop boxes at City Hall: near the east side entrance of City Hall or outside the City Clerk's Office in Room 103. Ballots must be received by 8 p.m. TONIGHT Tuesday, September 3.

With questions, contact the Elections Department at [email protected] or 781-393-2491.

Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Tuesday, September 3, 2024
➡ Parks Commission Meeting, 6:00pm
Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FpxaHtPHNpDsdOBKIi7Vge5JrrLwxJ3R/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101072951732054968420&rtpof=true&sd=true
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82040376464
Location: City Hall - Room 201

City Hall is closed today in observance of Labor Day.

Our first Citywide Yard Sale and Lemonade Stands is happening on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22 across Medford.

To be included on the map that will be released before the event weekend, sign up here by September 10: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b26d69ef4d1c4eabb6a1b3fbd191bd2b

You may see some green door hangers in your neighborhood. To help control our rodent populations, inspectors from the Health Department will note rodent ordinance violations, which can carry fines.

Be a good neighbor and keep your property clean and maintained! View tips for preventing rodents on your property here: https://www.medfordma.org/departments/health-department/rodent-prevention. View our rodent ordinance here: https://library.municode.com/ma/medford/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=PTIIREOR_CH6AN_ARTIVROCO.

Reminder that City Hall will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day. Please note that trash/recycling will NOT be picked up on Monday and will be delayed by one day for the rest of the week due to the holiday.

Please be advised that a number of roads in and around Medford Square will be closed on Saturday, September 28 for the Run Medford races.

Streets within the course map will be closed temporarily throughout the race, from 7:30am until about 10am. We will reopen streets on a rolling basis once runners pass through locations. See the full list of street closures and find more information here: https://www.runmedford.com/directions-road-closures

Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Thursday, August 29, 2024
➡ Hillside Business Waste Transition Meeting, 3:00pm
Zoom registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIucOqqrTsvGteHMpB_oMSfsDBRUCTlr3u3

➡ Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting & Executive Session, 6:00pm
Executive Session: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15PVKlPq0VCDbJOUWh-ygkhCt5pRoBm1q/edit?
Agenda: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iN0ZumuHHsUmEtoZ-WDnYYhtoD1QJENG/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=101072951732054968420&rtpof=true&sd=true
Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91222064272

If you're a business owner in West Medford, we're holding an informational zoom meeting TODAY at 3 p.m. to discuss upcoming changes to trash and recycling collection.

City staff is on hand to give a presentation and answer any questions you may have. Register at the link here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqceippjMrG9ZF0FMP7hJ5Vf5lgBva4_zS

Can't make this one? We're holding more Square specific meetings over the next week. Full schedule is below and sign up info is at medfordma.org/squares

➡ West Medford Square Meeting: August 28 at 3 p.m.
➡ Hillside Meeting: August 29 at 3 p.m.
➡ South Medford Square Meeting: September 4 at 3 p.m.
➡ Medford Square Meeting: September 5 at 3 p.m.
➡ Makeup Meeting: September 10 at 3 p.m.

REMINDER! Early voting is happening this week at City Hall. More info 👇

The September 3 State Primary Election is quickly approaching!

Reminder that the last day to register to vote or make any changes to your voter registration for the September 3 Primary is Saturday, August 24 by 5PM. Register here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/Welcome.aspx

Additionally, Monday, August 26 at 5PM is the last day to request a Vote by Mail application for the September 3 Primary. Request your ballot here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/voting-information/vote-by-mail.htm

Early voting for the September 3 Primary will be held starting tomorrow, Saturday, August 24 through Friday, August 30. Early voting will take place on the first floor of City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Dr., as follows:

Saturday, August 24, 2024 - 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Monday, August 26, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 - 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Thursday, August 29, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Friday, August 30, 2024 - 9:00AM – 12:30PM

With questions, contact the Elections Department at [email protected] or 781-393-2491.

Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Wednesday, August 28, 2024
➡ Retirement Board Meeting, 9:30am
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12gfcl0IcBM7_2KTxWxu51RyNhZU9OXzw/view?usp=sharing
Location: City Hall - Room 201

➡ West Medford Square Business Waste Transition Meeting, 3:00pm
Zoom registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqceippjMrG9ZF0FMP7hJ5Vf5lgBva4_zS

➡ Bicycle Advisory Commission Meeting, 7:00pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17dUCLOTRh-mtOetqVfcDRYmLT_wQbV2u/view?usp=sharing
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87538063188

Want to get involved in Medford’s biggest race day? Run Medford is currently looking for volunteers to help assist runners and organizers on September 27 & 28! Find more information and sign up at www.runmedford.com/volunteer

Medford Hosting Electric Vehicle Showcase on September 14

Medford EV Showcase to take place at City Hall from 10am-12pm

(MEDFORD) — The City is hosting an Electric Vehicle (EV) Showcase on Saturday, September 14 from 10am-12pm in the City Hall parking lot, announced Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn. This event will showcase a variety of electric vehicles (including e-bikes and scooters) and give residents the chance to speak directly with owners to get more information on maintenance and usability.

This event is sponsored by Electrify Medford, which educates residents about available resources to make sustainable and money-saving changes in their own lives. Community members will have the opportunity to see the interiors of electric vehicles, talk about their pros and cons with their owners, and learn about what incentives are available, without being in a high-pressure sales environment. Representatives from Green Energy Consumers Alliance and Bluebikes will also be on hand to answer questions. This is an educational event to share information; no car dealers will be there.

“Electric vehicles are a great option for residents looking for a greener, more environmentally friendly way to navigate our City,” said Mayor Lungo-Koehn. “As the City works to make green transportation more convenient and accessible, we hope this will be an engaging and educational event for anyone thinking about making the switch.”

To meet goals laid out in the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, Medford has been encouraging the transition to electric vehicles for both residents and the City-owned fleet, with an electric street sweeper in the Department of Public Works and hybrid vehicles in the Parking Department and Police Department. There are also currently 11 City-owned level 2 electric vehicle charging stations available to the public.

Learn more about Electrify Medford and sign up to speak one-on-one with an energy coach about your options at medfordma.org/electrify-medford.

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Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Tuesday, August 27, 2024
➡ Haines Square Business Waste Transition Meeting, 3:00pm
Zoom registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEscu-rpzMjE9LaZuaFE20wLHXsovBazDMk

Medford Seeking Applicants for Community Land Trust Working Group

Working group members are tasked with guiding the Community Land Trust study process and reviewing the consultant’s work

Application deadline is September 8

(MEDFORD) — The City of Medford is now accepting applications to join a working group that will guide the Community Land Trust feasibility study, announced Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn. This advisory group will help guide the study and eventually review the work done by the consultants related to a Community Land Trust.

Community Land Trust (CLT) is an independent, non-profit organization that acquires and holds land for the benefit of a community. In a CLT model, land is owned collectively by the community, while the homes on the land are owned by individual residents through long-term lease. This allows for affordable homeownership opportunities. The City is studying the feasibility of creating a CLT model in Medford.

The working group will meet monthly for the duration of the study, from September 2024 through June 2025. Along with guiding and reviewing the study, working group members will work with City staff to draft a mission statement, a financial analysis for CLT growth, and educational materials about CLT’s for the community. All meetings will be held virtually and there will be one in-person community open house to be held in the late winter.

The working group may potentially be comprised of policy officials, community leaders, members of housing advocacy groups, board members of the Affordable Housing Trust and Community Preservation Committee, representatives from Community Development Corporations, real estate agents, banking professionals, project managers, and interested residents. Individuals with the experience and background mentioned above are strongly encouraged to apply.

This working group is advisory, has no voting powers, and is not subject to open meeting law. The study, funded by a state grant, is being led by JM Goldson LLC.

If interested, please complete the CLT Study Working Group Interest Form by September 8, 2024: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/90ebb4fcbe10453592bd686c97df30b0. Physical copies are available at the Office of Planning, Development, and Sustainability, Room 308 at Medford City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Drive.

For more information on Community Land Trusts, visit the following websites:
• Grounded Solutions Network: https://groundedsolutions.org/strengthening-neighborhoods/community-land-trusts/
• Dudley Streets Neighborhood Initiative: https://www.dsni.org/what-is-a-clt
• International Center for Community Land Trusts: https://cltweb.org/what-is-a-community-land-trust/
• Somerville Community Land Trust: https://www.somervillecommunitylandtrust.org/

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The retests have come back at normal levels and Wright’s Pond is back open for swimming!☀️

The September 3 State Primary Election is quickly approaching!

Reminder that the last day to register to vote or make any changes to your voter registration for the September 3 Primary is Saturday, August 24 by 5PM. Register here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/Welcome.aspx

Additionally, Monday, August 26 at 5PM is the last day to request a Vote by Mail application for the September 3 Primary. Request your ballot here: https://www.sec.state.ma.us/divisions/elections/voting-information/vote-by-mail.htm

Early voting for the September 3 Primary will be held starting tomorrow, Saturday, August 24 through Friday, August 30. Early voting will take place on the first floor of City Hall, 85 George P. Hassett Dr., as follows:

Saturday, August 24, 2024 - 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Sunday, August 25, 2024 - 9:00AM – 3:00PM
Monday, August 26, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Wednesday, August 28, 2024 - 9:00AM – 7:30PM
Thursday, August 29, 2024 - 9:00AM – 4:30PM
Friday, August 30, 2024 - 9:00AM – 12:30PM

With questions, contact the Elections Department at [email protected] or 781-393-2491.

Run Medford is just over one month away! Get excited for September 27 & 28 and visit runmedford.com to register and find more details!

➡Friday, Sept. 27 at Hormel Stadium – Kids’ Fun Run, High School Mile, Mayor's Celebrity/VIP Mile, and Para Mile
➡Saturday, Sept. 28 at City Hall – Jerry’s Run for All Ages 5K, 5-mile race, and 2-mile walk. Note that streets in the area will be CLOSED for a few hours in the morning during the event so please plan accordingly! The full list of street closures can be found here: https://www.runmedford.com/directions-road-closures

Today's Meetings and Events ⬇

Friday, August 23, 2024
➡ Climate Equity Council Meeting, 5:30pm
Agenda: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BrxgH17dxWXeiH3wMHXnqqaJHukBObQi/view?usp=sharing
Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87644715100

Through the Improving the Cleanliness of Our Squares Initiative, we’re working with local businesses and the Medford Chamber of Commerce to transition to a new waste and recycling system that will help clean up sidewalks/streets and make our business districts more inviting to the community.

We're holding Square-specific virtual meetings with businesses so business owners can hear more about the program and what it means for their waste and recycling needs:

-Haines Square Meeting: August 27 at 3 p.m.
-West Medford Square Meeting: August 28 at 3 p.m.
-Hillside Meeting: August 29 at 3 p.m.
-South Medford Square Meeting: September 4 at 3 p.m.
-Medford Square Meeting: September 5 at 3 p.m.
-Makeup Meeting: September 10 at 3 p.m.

Register for the meetings and find more info at www.medfordma.org/business-districts.

Due to a bacterial exceedance, there is NO SWIMMING at Wright's Pond on Thursday, August 22. The pond will be retested and we will keep everyone updated about when swimming is reopened.

Our first Citywide Yard Sale and Lemonade Stands is happening on Saturday, September 21 and Sunday, September 22 across Medford. We currently have 65 locations signed up and our goal is 100 locations, so sign up now!

To be included on the map, sign up here by September 10: app.smartsheet.com/b/form/b26d69ef4d1c4eabb6a1b3fbd191bd2b