Decorative Barrels & BenchesDPWRecurringDebt Service, Capital StabilizationApproved1000000<_2016>100000<_2017>100000<_2018>100000<_2019>100000<_2020>100000<_2021>100000<_2022>100000<_2023>100000<_2024>100000<_2025>100000Purchase decorative recycling and trash barrels and benches to be installed throughout the city. These items are built to withstand the elements, are easily cleanable (i.e. graffiti, gum), and require very little maintenance. These elegant but durable benches and barrels will improve the aesthetics of the city’s streetscapes, decrease litter on city streets, and encourage pedestrian traffic. There are currently 600 decorative trash barrels in our streets and parks; the City aspires to accompany each with a recycling barrel.ADA Curb Ramps, Sidewalks & Accessible Street Crossing SignalsDPWRecurringDebt ServiceApproved10000000<_2016>1000000<_2017>1000000<_2018>1000000<_2019>1000000<_2020>1000000<_2021>1000000<_2022>1000000<_2023>1000000<_2024>1000000<_2025>1000000Funding for ADA curb ramps, sidewalks, and accessibility features throughout the city as outlined in the City’s ADA Transition Plan.Somerville’s aging infrastructure has a significant backlog of ADA concerns which are addressed both as part of the ADA transition plan and on an ongoing basis as they arise. The City plans on making recurring investments to remediate these issues over the coming years. This $1M each year will be used to remediate non-compliant curb ramps, install crosswalks signage, and resolve any compliance issues that arise.Accessibility Improvements - Public Buildings & CommunicationDPWRecurringDebt Service, CDBGApproved5000000<_2016>500000<_2017>500000<_2018>500000<_2019>500000<_2020>500000<_2021>500000<_2022>500000<_2023>500000<_2024>500000<_2025>500000Design, construction, and installation of accessibility improvements to schools and other public buildings.The City owns and maintains several buildings that are not in compliance with current accessibility standards. The 2013 ADA Self-Evaluation identified millions in accessibility improvements at public buildings. The City will bring these buildings into compliance over time with annual capital investments as outlined in the 2015 ADA Transition Plan.Fire Vehicle ReplacementFireRecurringDebt ServiceApproved1073175<_2016>508800<_2017>564375Replacement vehicles for the Somerville Fire Department fleet.The City combines National Fire Protection Association recommendations with current vehicle conditions to develop a long-term replacement plan for all departmental vehicles. Properly functioning assets are critical to operations and the safety of residents.Backlog Sidewalk Repairs (Second Contract)DPWInfrastructureDebt ServiceApproved200000<_2016>200000Contract services to remediate a backlog of sidewalk repair issues.Due to capacity issues, the Department of Public Works retains a backlog of sidewalk repairs throughout the city which it cannot complete. The use of contractors to remediate this list of projects will allow the DPW to focus on new work orders and ensure their timely completion.Citywide Mobility PlanT&IOne-TimeCapital StabilizationApproved470000<_2016>470000Develop a Citywide Mobility Plan in collaboration with a contractor.A Mobility Plan will be employed to guide the planning, design, renovation, and expansion of the city’s transportation-related infrastructure improvements including; streets, walkways, signage, bike paths, parking facilities, and connections to public transit, state highways, waterways, and access to marine and air facilities.Hubway Bicycle Share (6 New Stations)T&IOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved360000<_2017>180000<_2018>180000Expansion of the Somerville Hubway bicycle sharing program by adding six new stations over the next two years.The City would like to expand the Hubway bicycle sharing network by adding new stations in East Somerville and other under served locations.Big Belly PurchaseDPWOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved200000<_2016>200000Purchase Big Belly trash receptacles to be installed throughout the city. These trash barrels are able to be remotely monitored by Public Works employees for more efficient clearing.Big Belly trash receptacles are an improvement over traditional trash barrels. By reporting their current capacity, these barrels inform City staff when they need to be cleared and can therefore increase productivity. Additionally, these barrels can be branded, refurbished, and last longer than traditional refuse containers.Hybrid Refuse Trucks (2) Supplemental Request to Replacement ScheduleDPWOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved250000<_2016>250000Purchase of two hybrid refuse trucks to replace aging vehicles in the City’s fleet.The two hybrid refuse trucks will replace city vehicles that have reached the end of their useful life. Intended to be used to clear trash barrels throughout the city, these hybrid vehicles will also be more energy efficient than the vehicles they will be replacing.New Voting EquipmentElectionsOne-TimeCapital StabilizationApproved160000<_2016>160000Purchase new voting machines in preparation for the 2016 general election.The City’s current voting machines have served their useful life and are in need of replacement. Newer models will be less likely to malfunction, require less ongoing maintenance, and can have wireless transmission of election results (when approved by the State). All these factors will provide for a better voting experience for Somerville residents.Fire Dept SCBA TanksFireOne-TimeCapital StabilizationPending Review135000<_2017>135000Replacement tanks for the Fire Department’s set of self-contained breathing apparatus.The current 30 and 60-minute cylinders will reach their end of service life in 2018. The City received the current cylinders through grant funding in 2003 and plan on pursuing the same funding source during the 2017 grant cycle. These cylinders are necessary for incidents in MBTA tunnels as well as for technical rescue operations.Wayfinding (Street Signage)T&IOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review900000<_2018>225000<_2019>675000Design, fabricate, and install comprehensive wayfinding signs.A comprehensive wayfinding plan will better promote Somerville’s economic activity by directing passersby, Green Line users, and others to the city’s neighborhood business districts. It will also reduce traffic congestion and create a better sense of place and visual aesthetic throughout the city. This project will be advised by the currently underway Citywide Mobility Study.Skateboard ParkCapital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review1000000<_2020>150000<_2021>850000Develop a dedicated skateboard park. As of yet no determination has been made on size or location.Recreational space for youth and teenagers is a key priority and offering a variety of uses in these spaces best serves our diverse population. There is no dedicated skateboard facility in the City, which has led youths to use squares, benches, monuments or inappropriate playground space for their recreation. A skateboard park will provide sanctioned space and a more suitable and safer environment for our skateboard community.Street/Sidewalk Repairs

DPWRecurringDebt Service, Ch. 90Approved17500000<_2016>2200000<_2017>1700000<_2018>1700000<_2019>1700000<_2020>1700000<_2021>1700000<_2022>1700000<_2023>1700000<_2024>1700000<_2025>1700000Road maintenance, road reconstruction, and sidewalk repair projects as prioritized by the Neighborhood Street Reconstruction ProgramMaking the City streets and sidewalks safe and accessible to all is a top priority. Given Somerville’s density, city streets and sidewalks are heavily utilized and thus require frequent maintenance. The City must continually invest in this infrastructure to ensure that all pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists can maneuver through the city safely and efficiently.Brickbottom Revitalization Plan

Planning & ZoningPlanningDebt ServicePending Review300000<_2017>300000In collaboration with consultants, complete a revitalization plan for the Brickbottom neighborhood in the South East of the city.Brickbottom has been identified by the SomerVision master plan as one of the areas of the city targeted for growth and transformation. As a means of implementing the aims of the Inner Belt/Brickbottom Plan completed in conjunction with Goody Clancy and in recognition of the effects likely to arise from the nearby Green Line MBTA station and the Grounding McGrath Initiative, the revitalization plan will serve as a stepping stone to account for these anticipated changes.Draw Seven Park

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServiceApproved3850000<_2016>350000<_2017>3500000Remediation of winter 2015 damage and improvements to Draw 7 park.The City used the site of Draw 7 park as a snow farm during the historic winter of 2014-15 and must remediate soil damage. The City also has plans to update the park in future years as part of a plan to make the city’s waterfront more accessible.Corbett-McKenna Playground Renovation

T&IParks & PlaygroundsCapital Stabilization, Debt ServiceApproved275000<_2016>25000<_2017>250000Improvements to the Corbett-McKenna Playground.Corbett-McKenna Playground is in need of an update as part of the greater Prospect Hill Park redesign. Some elements require replacement or repair and will be remediated through this project.City Hall Renovations

Capital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt Service, CPAApproved4400000<_2016>400000<_2017>4000000Perform a rehabilitation of cff; Provide an independent HVAC system, emergency generator, address ADA issues, address program space needs, upgrade restrooms, repoint exterior mortar joints, repair roofing and any structural concerns, and repaint the exterior of City Hall.Existing building systems have long passed their life expectancy. With the approval of a new High School building by the MSBA, City Hall must have its own heating system installed. Other renovations and upgrades will enhance and restore this historically-significant and beautiful building.Assembly Urban Renewal Plan

Planning & ZoningPlanningDebt ServiceApproved445000<_2016>445000Since its adoption in 2012, there have not been any major updates to the Assembly Square Urban Renewal Plan. Since the original plan was based on a number of assumptions including the presence of a 400,000 square-foot retail facility built by IKEA. A major plan change would allow the City to begin looking at individual parcels and buildings within the remaining 73 acres of the site not under development by FRIT and examine best uses for them. This analysis will intend to maximize the remaining space and continue towards reaching the full economic development potential of the city.A major plan change would allow the City to ask what infrastructure improvements might be required to accommodate new development as well as how to best fund these improvements outside of the current DIF area. These options include (among others) I-Cubed or a new DIF application. A major plan change would also allow an extension of the current plan beyond its current 2022 expiration and provide the predictability needed to encourage growth and development through the inevitable cycles of economic activity. This proposed major plan change will involve qualified professional consultants in the areas of planning and design, financial and economic analysis, infrastructure capacity analysis, engineering work, and appraisal services.Nunziato Field Improvements

TBDParks & PlaygroundsDebt Service, Enterprise FundPending Review7700000<_2017>700000<_2018>7000000Install retention pools to reduce flooding problems in Union Square and make improvements to the athletic field and adjacent dog park.Nunziato field is one of only a few large city-controlled parcels that can house a retention pool large enough to improve drainage in Union Square. Additionally, it is a heavily-utilized green space that is in need of field and dog park improvements.515 Somerville Ave Acquisition & New Fire Station

Capital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt ServiceApproved20110000<_2016>5110000<_2017>7000000<_2018>8000000Land acquisition and construction costs for a new fire station in Union Square.The City is currently working with a contractor to assess any changes in the fire protection needs of the city. Pending the results of this study, a location has been identified that could site a replacement for the current Engine 3 Station on the east side of Union Square.Winter Hill Playground Renovation

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServicePending Review1080000<_2017>1080000Improvements to the Winter Hill School playground.In collaboration with the School Department the City is exploring a number of playground updates throughout Somerville schools. Many of these projects listed in future years will be prioritized in an updated Open Space Plan, currently being created. This plan will assess current conditions and future needs for all parks and playgrounds in the city, and be used to guide future investments.Union Square Streetscape & Utility Improvement

T&IInfrastructureDebt Service, CDBG, & Other Sources*Pending Review32400000<_2017>10640000<_2018>5680000<_2019>16080000Adjust traffic flow in Union Square and improve the streetscape infrastructure to improve pedestrian flow, aesthetics, and safety. This project will also address longstanding traffic and storm water flooding issues and encourage economic development in the neighborhood.Improvements will enhance the current streetscape and infrastructure in Union Square and provide for future needs in the square. Please see the Union Square Revitalization Plan for more information.Healey School Playground

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt Service, CDBGPending Review1100000<_2017>100000<_2018>1000000Improvements to the play area at the Healey School.Currently, the CPA is funding a community-driven master plan for the Healey School recreation area. This plan will inform the City as to the renovation needs of the playground.Somerville High School Reconstruction

Capital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt ServicePending Review25000000<_2021>25000000The City has received approval to move ahead with feasibility and design work for a proposed new high school building. This process will take into account the siting, phasing, and construction challenges which face this type of large-scale project.The current high school building was constructed in the 19th century and despite numerous renovations and investments is no longer serving the community at a high level. The Massachusetts School Building Association may fund up to 80% of the cost of a renovated or nely-constructed high school, and the City is undertaking preliminary work regarding siting, capacity, and programmatic needs. This process will clarify what type of financial commitment the City will be required to make and lay the ground work for a top tier high school for future generations.New Somerville Library Central Branch

Capital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt ServicePending Review32000000<_2021>3000000<_2022>29000000The City is currently exploring options regarding the programming and space needs at libraries citywide. As part of these discussions, the potential for re-siting the Central Branch is being explored as part of a new SHS ‘campus’ or in Union Square. Regardless of location, the current historic building will require renovations and an update within the coming decade.The current Central Branch Library is an historic Carnegie library on the National Register of Historic Buildings, but as the Library Department defines programmatic and space needs for the coming decades, it is likely that this building may not be appropriate for the future needs of the community. Much is still yet to be determined regarding a new Central Branch Building, but the city is anticipating a project taking place in the next decade.Winter Hill Revitalization Plan

Planning & ZoningPlanningDebt ServicePending Review500000<_2017>500000In collaboration with consultants, develop a revitalization plan for the Winter Hill neighborhood along Broadway.The proposal involves revitalizing the Broadway/ Winter Hill commercial corridor, focusing upon larger, strategically- located commercial properties while also strengthening and improving existing local businesses. This process, completed with significant community input, is an opportunity to attract new, mixed-use development on a scale consistent with zoning along the Broadway corridor as outlined in SomerVision.Lincoln Park & Argenziano Field

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServiceApproved9250000<_2016>4000000<_2017>5250000Improvements to Lincoln Park and play area and Argenziano Field. Additional updates will be made to the field as a way to update and increase capacity, and to underground water/sewer infrastructure to alleviate flooding issues.Lincoln Park is one of the largest city-owned and most heavily-used parks in Somerville. It is in need of field, park, and amenity upgrades. As part of a larger fields overhaul, Lincoln Park has been slated as an integral part of meeting the city’s future recreation needs.Ball Square Roadway Improvements

T&IInfrastructureDebt ServicePending Review5500000<_2020>500000<_2021>2500000<_2022>2500000Roadway improvements at the intersection of Broadway and Boston Ave associated with the new MBTA Green Line station.Improve access, flow, and safety for all modes of transportation (pedestrian, bicycle, MBTA bus, and vehicular) in coordination with the Green Line Extension.Hoyt Sullivan Park

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServiceApproved65000<_2016>65000Improvements to Hoyt-Sullivan Park.The City has received a $400,000 PARC grant to rehabilitate the existing features and courts at Hoyt-Sullivan Park. The park is in need of an upgrade as some features have fallen into a state of disrepair.Brown School Landscape & Playground Redesign

T&IParks & PlaygroundsSchool DeptApproved50000<_2016>50000Redesign of the Brown School landscaping.In collaboration with the School Department the City is exploring a number of playground updates throughout Somerville schools. Many of these projects listed in future years will be prioritized in an updated Open Space Plan, currently being created. This plan will assess current conditions and future needs for all parks and playgrounds in the city, and be used to guide future investments. Currently under review at the Brown School are the asphalt playground area and green space surrounding the school, with the intent to create more usable space for students and teachers.Foss Park Improvements

TBDParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServicePending Review6500000<_2017>1500000<_2018>5000000Improvements to the fields and amenities at the state-controlled Foss Park, the largest green space in Somerville.The City is working with the Department of Conservation and Recreation on developing a strategic plan for Foss Park as part of a larger fields & open space master plan, intending to update and enhance one of the most-used parks in the city.East Broadway Streetscape Supplemental

T&IInfrastructureDebt ServiceApproved475000<_2016>325000<_2017>150000Closeout expenses for the East Broadway Streetscape project. The FY16 allotment is to pay for the final costs associated with the completion of the project, with the $150,000 in FY17 proposed for added sidewalk and lighting features in the project area.The costs slated for FY16 are required to close out the streetscape project. The FY17 work will improve sidewalk and lighting features to make the area feel consistent with the rest of the city.Conway Retaining Wall

DPWOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved400000<_2016>400000Replace and reinforce the retaining wall at Conway Park.The retaining wall has been evaluated by engineers and been deemed a safety concern. While the wall has not moved in a significant amount of time, the assessment concluded it should be replaced.SHS North Wall leakage repair

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved1100000<_2016>100000<_2017>1000000Repair damage caused by moisture intrusion in the North Wall of Somerville High SchoolIf the North Wall is not repaired, the moisture intrusion could worsen and further degrade the integrity of the school. Given the unknown status of Somerville High School, a temporary solution may be deemed most appropriate.Tree PlantingT&IRecurringDebt Service, CDBGApproved1500000<_2016>150000<_2017>150000<_2018>150000<_2019>150000<_2020>150000<_2021>150000<_2022>150000<_2023>150000<_2024>150000<_2025>150000Plant and replace trees in the city through the use of contracted services.The City aspires to reach its goal of increasing the tree canopy in order to reap the many benefits of urban trees for our community including improved air quality, reduced storm water runoff, reduced heating and cooling costs, traffic calming effects, and reduction in the concentration of the greenhouse gas CO2.Police Vehicle ReplacementPoliceRecurringLETF, Debt ServiceApproved265000<_2016>265000Annual replacement of Police Department vehicles.Police vehicles are operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The average life of a marked front line police cruiser is less than two years due to this level of wear and tear. It is necessary to replace existing front line vehicles and convert them to a secondary purpose.DPW Vehicle ReplacementDPWRecurringDebt ServicePending Review9534000<_2017>1145000<_2018>1257000<_2019>1115000<_2020>1017000<_2021>1000000<_2022>1000000<_2023>1000000<_2024>1000000<_2025>1000000Purchase new vehicles for the Department of Public Works to replace existing aged vehicles as prioritized by the DPW Commissioner and Fleet Manager. DPW has developed an anticipated replacement schedule and the City will strive to fully fund this plan on an ongoing basis.The City’s DPW had an aging fleet, with many vehicles still in service past their expected life cycle. Replacement of older vehicles will reduce the amount of downtime and resources spent maintaining the fleet.West Branch Library RenovationCapital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt Service, CPAApproved7235000<_2016>735000<_2017>6500000Renovation of the City’s West Branch Library. Currently, the building requires both ramps and an elevator to become ADA compliant and allow for increased use and programming. This project will add an ADA-accessible entrance and bathroom facilities on the North corner of the library, and redesign the interior usage based off current and projected programming needs.Currently, the library requires ramps, and elevator, and bathroom facilities to become ADA compliant. Current designs also include a community meeting space, a scarce resource throughout the city.Buena Vista Parking Garage Repairs

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved600000<_2016>600000The City-owned Buena Vista Parking Garage in Davis Square has developed a structural issue which has required a small section of the garage to be shut down.City engineers have determined that the garage is safe for use, but it has been suggested that repairs should be completed now to avoid future costs.Central Hill/City Hall Concourse Park

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review3000000<_2018>200000<_2019>2800000Improve the open space on the City Hall concourse and redevelop the Central Hill playground area with new sidewalks, curbing, paving, drainage, major landscaping, playground improvements, and re-visioning of the Dilboy Memorial. This project will be influenced greatly by the decisions made regarding the siting and scope of a new Somerville High School, and may eventually be rolled into the SHS project.An improved Central Hill Park and City Hall Concourse improvements will define and enhance the Central Hill area as a destination for active recreation and passive enjoyment.East Branch Library Remodel

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review2700000<_2018>2700000Expansion, repairs, and needed upgrades to the East Branch Library.The East Branch Library is heavily used, particularly by those within the immediate neighborhood and youth attending nearby schools. The building also functions as a polling station and holds English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. The building, however, does not have the capacity to expand current services, cannot hold multiple events at the same time, and requires repair and modernization work to address functionality, technical, and code-related issues. This Carnegie Library should also be a landmark along this busy commercial corridor and repairs will enhance its presence along the upgraded East Broadway streetscape.New Police StationCapital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt ServicePending Review15250000<_2018>250000<_2019>1500000<_2020>13500000Feasibility study and construction for a new public safety building at a yet-to-be determined site.State agencies and independent contractors have concluded that it would be both difficult and cost-prohibitive to undertake renovations to repair and modernize the current public safety building, which was originally built as an MBTA maintenance facility. The building has also been estimated at about half the size necessary to accommodate appropriate public safety needs.SHS Design and Architecture

Capital ProjectsMajor BuildingDebt ServicePending Review12000000<_2017>2000000<_2018>6000000<_2019>4000000The City has received approval to move ahead with feasibility and design work for a proposed new high school building. This process will take into account the siting, phasing, and construction challenges which face this type of large-scale project.The current high school building was constructed in the 19th century and despite numerous renovations and investments is no longer serving the community at a high level. The Massachusetts School Building Association may fund up to 80% of the cost of a renovated or nely-constructed high school, and the City is undertaking preliminary work regarding siting, capacity, and programmatic needs. This process will clarify what type of financial commitment the City will be required to make and lay the ground work for a top tier high school for future generations.Gilman Square Revitalization Plan

Planning & ZoningPlanningDebt Service or CPAPending Review300000<_2017>300000In collaboration with consultants, plan for and design operational and aesthetic improvements to the Gilman Square Neighborhood in anticipation of the Green Line MBTA Gilman Square Station.The anticipated addition of a new MBTA Green Line stop in Gilman Square requires careful planning to ensure that the neighborhood is prepared for the station and the changes which will come along with it. With this in mind, the Gilman Square Revitalization Plan will contextualize the goals and visions laid out in SomerVision and seek design and when needed, acquire real property for design along the Medford/School/Pearl St Corridor.Otis St Playground Renovation

T&IParks & PlaygroundsCDBGApproved425000<_2016>425000Improvements to the Otis St Playground.The City has received a PARC grant to make improvements to the Otis St Playground. This project will make repairs to landscape features and playground equipment which is in need of renovation.Boathouse Renovation and Shore Drive Improvements

T&IParks & PlaygroundsDebt ServicePending Review3400000<_2018>500000<_2019>2500000<_2020>400000This project will provide for the design work and construction to make the Blessing of the Bay Boathouse and surrounding park a more inviting, accessible, and utilized public amenity. The building and park are currently under DCR control, but the City intends to collaborate and pursue a cost-sharing agreement on this renovation.The Blessing of the Bay Boathouse is a Somerville treasure and helps connect the city with the Mystic River. An improved boathouse can provide greater recreational opportunities and help to draw more community members to our valued but underutilized waterfront for outdoor activities.Beacon Street Reconstruction

T&IInfrastructureDebt ServiceApproved1100000<_2016>300000<_2017>800000Full depth reconstruction of Beacon St from Somerville Ave to the Cambridge city line.Beacon Street is an aging urban roadway in need of major utility and roadway upgrades. This fulldepth reconstruction will improve the function and flow of traffic, while dramatically improving pedestrian and bike infrastructure on one of the city’s most heavily used bicycle routes. The plan includes new sidewalks, new crosswalks, curbing, and improved drainage as well as traffic and pedestrian signal upgrades between Oxford St. and the Cambridge City line.Gilman Square Roadway Improvements

T&IInfrastructureDebt ServiceApproved2750000<_2017>250000<_2018>1500000<_2019>1000000Improve the intersection of Medford, Pearl, and Marshall Streets and create a plaza at Gilman Square.Improve access, flow, and safety for all modes of transportation (pedestrian, bicycle, MBTA bus, and vehicular) in coordination with the Green Line Extension and create a sense of place and community space through targeted enhancements as developed via community input gathered by Somerville by Design. For more information please refer to the draft Gilman Square Plan.Highland Ave Fire Station Renovation (Engine 7)

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review2500000<_2018>500000<_2019>2000000Repairs and renovation of the Highland Ave fire station housing SFD’s Engine 7.The condition of the building calls for a renovation to support the health and safety of the firefighters working out of Engine 7.Central Broadway Streetscape

T&IInfrastructureDebt ServicePending Review13200000<_2018>400000<_2019>2400000<_2020>6400000<_2021>4000000Evaluate existing transportation needs and prepare an urban streetscape design that improves safety while also fostering a distinctive sense of place along Central Broadway and building on the character of the Winter Hill neighborhood.This area has been long neglected. The goal of this project is to improve longstanding streetscape issues while improving the corridor and maximizing public green space along Broadway to the southerly edge of Foss Park, Somerville’s largest green space.Davis Square Streetscape Improvements

T&IInfrastructureDebt Service, Enterprise FundPending Review9000000<_2018>6000000<_2019>3000000To address issues in the square related to signal timing and aging infrastructure with the goal of improving access, flow, and safety for all users as well as upgrading the public space, all while preserving the character of Davis Square.Davis Square is one of the city’s busiest business districts and most traveled intersections for all modes of transportation. It is in need of traffic, pedestrian, and cycling infrastructure improvements to promote safety and flow and ADA improvements to ensure accessibility, as well as strategic streetscape updates and design changes that will maximize the community benefits of its public space. Please refer to the OSPCD website for more information on this project.ArtFarm Construction

Arts CouncilOne-TimeDebt Service, GrantsApproved930000<_2016>300000<_2017>630000This project will convert the former 2.2 acre waste transfer station and incinerator into a self-sustaining creative space where artists, entrepreneurs, educators, and community members come together to experience transformational activities that cultivate community. The Somerville Arts Council has already received approximately $900,000 dollars in State and Federal grants for this project.The City has been working with the neighboring Brickbottom Artists to develop a plan to activate the site of the former waste transfer station until a long-term plan for this space is determined. This project has the ability to engage local residents, activate an area of the city with less vibrancy, and pioneer urban techniques in the fields of sustainable building modes, agriculture, and community engagement.Turf-to-Ice Summer Conversion Plan

RecreationOne-TimeCapital StabilizationApproved67000<_2016>67000Purchase of a turf material for indoor use at the Founders Memorial Ice Rink during the summer season. This will enable more consistent access to field space during the summer for youth and adult leagues, as well as generate a more consistent revenue stream for the Rink Enterprise Fund.Athletic field space is at a premium in Somerville, especially during the summer season as youth sports, Recreation Department programming, and adult leagues all vie for space. A turfed indoor field can be used for many activities including soccer, bocce, futsol, and children’s parties. Critically, using the smaller rink in this way will smooth revenue generation for the rinks over the course of the year, contributing to the viability of the enterprise fund.Modular Fire Station Housing (Engine 3)

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServiceApproved835000<_2016>835000Construct modular fire station housing to replace the current trailer housing members of SFD Engine 3.The existing trailer has outlived its useful life. The modular station is a cost-effective, medium- term solution until a permanent station can be built.Civic Center Block Acquisitions

OSPCDOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review2500000<_2017>2500000The D-1 Civic Center Block is one of the integral elements of the Union Square Revitalization Plan (“the Plan”). As envisioned in the Plan, the D-1 Block offers the potential for the relocation of the public library, private commercial space, and structured parking to serve all of Union Square. The City has partnered with US2 developers as a Master Developer Partner for the Union Square disposition parcels. Site assembly has been completed bye the SRA for the D-2 Block as the location for the Union Square Green Line Station. Authorization to expend funds for the acquisition of the D-1 parcels represents the next step in implementing the Plan. A portion of the $2.5 million funding request reflects the current aggregate assessed value of the privately owned parcels (approximately $1.9 million). The balance of the request will be allocated toward required appraisal, relocation, and legal costs, consistent with the City’s experience in assembling the D-2 Block.The Civic Center Block is an integral part of the approved Union Square Revitalization Plan. In addition to providing a site for a new central public library and increased efficiency arising from the consolidation of municipal services, the Civic Center Block can be a catalyst for significant private investment and commercial development in the immediate area, consistent with the goals of the Plan. The authorization of funding in FY16, in advance of the actual expenditure of funds would allow the City to effectively demonstrate the ability and the means by which the SRA could assemble the Civic Center Block. It is anticipated that funds would be expended between FY17 and FY20.Combined Emergency Dispatch SystemInformation TechOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review134741<_2017>134741Purchase and Installation of a consolidated Somerville Public Safety System to be used by both the Police and Fire Departments for dispatch and records management. Currently, the Somerville Police and Fire Departments use the same, but completely separate installations of the Queues Enforth Development, Inc (QED) Acuity Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) System. The Police and Fire CAD systems do not communicate in any way with each other. With the exception of a single interface for 911 calls, there is currently no sharing of data or information between these two systems.The City would experience immediate benefits from the consolidation of the QED CAD system into a single, unified platform, including sharing data about incidents (such as names, addresses, descriptions, and history) and having both Police and Fire dispatchers able to see share and update ongoing information.Teele Square Fire Station (Engine 6) Renovation

Capital ProjectsOne-TimeDebt ServicePending Review3000000<_2019>1000000<_2020>2000000Renovate Engine 6 to improve living space and interior layout.The condition of the building calls for a renovation to support the health and safety of the firefighters working out of Engine 6.