Statues in Davis Square, Somerville, MA.

Nominations for the board of the Davis Square Neighborhood Council (DSNC) are open and will close at 8 p.m. on Monday, March 30.  The DSNC will elect its board of directors at the end of April.

The DSNC started in January of 2024 and aims to give residents, business owners, and workers a stronger voice in Davis Square development and community priorities. 

Neighborhood Councils are allowed by City of Somerville ordinance, and when approved by the Somerville City Council, have the exclusive ability to negotiate Community Benefits Agreements with developments within its geographical range.

The DSNC will be electing nine members to its board, and several officers. People who reside within ½ mile of the boundaries of the Davis Square neighborhood, or receive support services, are employed, operate a business, own real estate or regularly volunteer within the Neighborhood boundaries are eligible to run for and serve on the board.

Nominations are open through Monday, March 30 at 8:00 p.m.  DSNC members can be nominated by filling out this form, or attending the March 30 meeting in-person or on Zoom.  The March meeting will be at 6 p.m., location TBD (check the DSNC website for further details).