Somerville Voices: Flammable train loads, libraries, SCAT, Green Line, and more!
Somerville Voices
2/6/13 Public Hearing on Ethanol Train Routes by David Dahlbacka
Ethanol trains carrying large amounts of flammable liquid
would pass through Somerville, including right by Brickbottom, East Broadway
and Assembly Square.
Somerville Library takes up Arlington?s challenge by Bob Sprague
The director of Arlington libraries has issued
a challenge to neighboring communities, and three others are ready for a
friendly fight.Ryan Livergood is betting that Arlington can get a
higher-percentage increase in new library-card registrations?
[We've had more comments on The Great Library Building Debate.]
Luisa Oliveira & Jessie Banhazl – Somerville’s Urban Agriculture Ordinance (2.5.13) by Joe Lynch
Join host KyAnn Anderson as she speaks with the City of
Somerville’s Luisa Oliveira
and Green City Growers Co-Founder Jessie Banhazl, as they discuss their
collaboration efforts in Somerville’s
recently passed Urban Agriculture Ordinance. These regulations are the first of
their kind in the state of Massachusetts. Additionally, learn about the
recently launched Urban Agriculture [...]
A Stronger Heart with Your Sweetheart by Mimi Graney
While an expression of love from your Valentine is often
associated with chocolates and a rich, romantic dinner, Achieve Fitness in
Union Square says that your partner should be equally viewed as your key to a
healthier you.
Jon Keller – WBZ-TV Political Analyst (1.29.13) by Joe
Lynch
Episode Link:
http://scatstaffvlog.blogspot.com/ Tonight on a special edition of
Greater Somerville, host Joe Lynch is joined in the SCATV studios by two-time
Emmy winner, WBZ-TV political analyst Jon Keller to discuss the state of
the national political scene, the comings and goings of Massachusetts
elected officials and speculated on the political future of two
Joes.
SCATV purchased two new cameras to replace aging equipment. Say goodbye to videotape because there is only one tape camera left for field productions. We now have four Panasonic HD camcorders that record to memory cards. We also bought a DSLR camera
Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony Was a Blast by WendyBlom
The annual meeting and award ceremony was lots of fun, with about 60 members and friends packed into the studio. We heard comments from Congressman Capuano, State Rep. Provost, and State Senator Jehlen, as well as reports from the Board and staff…
City Meetings on Roadway Improvements Posted by Mimi
Graney
From the City of Somerville: We are pleased to announce
the next series of Somerville by Design: the Complete Streets series. To
achieve our SomerVision Comprehensive Plan goals, and to compliment the Green
Line station area plans
Massachusetts Bill Considers Allowing Breweries atFarmers Markets by Mimi Graney
The Massachusetts Senate and House are now considering a
bill that would allow farmer-breweries to sell at farmers markets. State
Representative Denise Provost has signed on in support of the legislation.
Shall We Dance Some More? by Mimi Graney
Dance Union remains hot, hot, hot! Zumba with Jess
celebrates one year with a party on February 2. After class the group will
head downstairs to Cafe Tango at noon to toast a successful first
year and best wishes for years to come. …
Governor Deval Patrick at SCATV WendyBlom
Governor Deval Patrick stopped by SCATV on January 29,
2013 to talk about his vision for the State, and his new tax plan. The governor
appreciates the ability to speak on public access TV because access stations
allow him plenty of time to explain his…
Save 197 Washington Street: What Say You? by Mimi Graney
As change comes to Union Square we’re called to balance
community interests. Making the best long-term decisions for this community
will take all of us to be informed in the public process and to assist in
thoughtfully weighing the community …
East Broadway renovations by CarrieDancy
East Broadway is transforming right before our eyes.
Check out the gallery of pics and the changes that are underway. From next
door to East Somerville Main Streets office to further down next to Fasika restaurant,
lots of renovations…
Somerville Citizen Transportation Update by reisnere
On SCATV, Wig Zamore, representing STEP, MVTF, MBTA ROC,
and Logan CAC and Health Study, speaks with Ellin Reisner, President of STEP,
and Lynn Weissman, Co-President of Friends of the Community Path about the
progress of various transportation project…
Medford obstructionists file lawsuit over Green Line Extension by reisnere
Be sure the read the comments on the following articles.
The vast majority of area residents want the Green Line!
Boston Globe: “Medford residents file suit over Green Line Extension”
“Medford residents Bill Wood and Carolyn Rosen have suedthe state …
Other meetings on our Community Calendar
2/7/13 Somerville Planning Board Meeting by David
Dahlbacka
Agenda includes approving the Assembly Row Storefront and
Signage Design Standards.
2/11/13, 3/18/13, 4/22/13 Somerville By Design: Complete
Streets Series by David Dahlbacka
Agenda includes a presentation by Ian Lockwood and
opportunities for citizen input ranging from spot improvements to larger scale
network visioning.