Davis Square Neighborhood Council
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We typically meet the last Monday of each month, 6-8pm, in person and via Zoom.
Our last meeting was July 27th. Our next meeting (agenda) is August 31, 6-8pm, at the Crystal Ballroom (next to the Somerville Theatre) and on Zoom. A Robert's Rules primer is available for the bylaws portion.
Hi, neighbor!
Hi, neighbor!
We are the Neighborhood Council for Davis Square, a non-profit organization seeking recognition from the City of Somerville to hold a seat at the table with private developers and city government. We advocate for a vibrant neighborhood and commercial center, represent the people who live and work here, and inform and connect our community.
Become a Voting Member
Become a Voting Member
If you're a neighborhood resident, business owner, worker, volunteer, or student, you're already qualified to become a voting member of the DSNC!
Donate to DSNC
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Subscribe and Discuss
Subscribe and Discuss
Anyone can join our Google Groups:
📢 Davis Square NC - announcements only, low volume
💬 DSNC Discussion - open discussion of Davis Square issues, occasionally high volume
👥 See the Committees page for specialized groups
Major Topic: Copper Mill Development Proposal
Major Topic: Copper Mill Development Proposal
Until recently, a major topic of discussion has been a 40B proposal by Copper Mill to develop a major portion of Elm Street. However, at the end of August 2026, the DSNC received a letter from Andrew Flynn of Copper Mill stating, “we will not be moving forward with our transit-oriented housing development in Davis Square.” The Boston Globe published this corresponding article.
Major Topic: Neighborhood Plan
Major Topic: Neighborhood Plan
In 2026, the City of Somerville relaunched The Davis Square Neighborhood Plan initiative, which originally began in 2013. According to the City, “this planning process will produce a tangible, implementable 10-year planning strategy grounded in the realities of today's market and regional context, responsive to community values, and oriented toward a future that the Davis Square neighborhood can actively shape rather than simply absorb.” DSNC is committed to amplifying the City's outreach efforts to ensure that the planning process reflects the full spectrum of community input and priorities.
What is a neighborhood council?
What is a neighborhood council?
When formally recognized by the city, our neighborhood council will give Davis Square residents, business owners, and workers a guaranteed seat at the table when private developers want to reshape Davis Square. The DSNC convenes stakeholders to promote improved neighborhood communication, encourage wide public engagement, and help meet the varied needs of our diverse community.
What else is the DSNC involved with?
What else is the DSNC involved with?
Some DSNC members are passionate about issues outside of developer negotiations, such as street safety and accessibility, neighborhood beautification, land use, and community-building. We empower groups of residents to connect and organize around those priorities.
Upcoming events
Upcoming events
Our calendar lists meetings and events relevant to Davis Square residents and workers, including those hosted by the City of Somerville, property developers, and other local groups. You can use this form to submit an event to be added. Appropriate events include those in public spaces like parks and streets, political or community meetings relevant to Davis Square, and free events (whether celebratory, intellectual, or providing goods or services) open to the whole neighborhood. We don't include retail sales events for individual businesses, individual candidates, performances in private venues that charge admission, or small events like an individual yard sale. Listing is not an endorsement by the DSNC of any group, event, or cause.
DSNC Meeting Agendas and Minutes
DSNC Meeting Agendas and Minutes
Meeting Notices on Google Drive
Meeting Minutes on Google Drive
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