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Northeastern University
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
April 30, 2024
Population: 1861
diversity education
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located near the educational hub of Boston. Various tourist attractions include museums, Charles river, and Boston common.
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June 8, 2023
Population: 816
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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amherst
Dec. 6, 2022
Population: 1641
LGBT+ renewable resources housing voting rights
Cultural or Historical Interests
who lives inMA
Community Activities and Services
what work people do
Economic or Environmental Interests
What industries are in Ma
Community Needs and Concerns
What issues matter to young poepl
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Haverhill Latino Neighborhoods: Acre, Lower Highlands, Mount Washington
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Oct. 14, 2021
Population: 38130
transportation housing voting rights diversity affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Ethnic Groups, Immigration status, Laguage
Community Activities and Services
Haverhill Latinos
Community Needs and Concerns
Keep Latino neighborhoods together
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Downtown Lawrence
Sept. 26, 2021
Population: 27989
Community Activities and Services
Churches. Schools.
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South Lawrence
Sept. 26, 2021
Population: 39430
environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed ethnicities. No shared history.
Community Activities and Services
Public Parks, bars. Transportation.
Community Needs and Concerns
Littering. Job access and availability.
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Tower Hill
Sept. 26, 2021
Population: 19082
housing healthcare environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Most people have come to the United States from other places and settled in the area all hoping to achieve a better life for themselves and their children. Most people are Dominican or Puerto Rican as well as immigrants or children of immigrants so the need to feel connected to the motherland and those around you that also want that is what attracts people to one another.
Community Activities and Services
Bars and Parks. Everything is located in downtown Lawrence mostly.
Economic or Environmental Interests
So many different jobs are held by those around me, I’d say mainly laborers or people who work in physically demanding fields.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is highly populated and very dense. Lots of people share a very small space. Not enough greenery/nature around. Roads are also not as managed as they should be so they get full of potholes easily. I’d say making more effective use of the space we have here. For such a high population the space isn’t used properly. More affordable housing and resources for those in need should be more accessible to the community.
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Downtown Lawrence
Sept. 26, 2021
Population: 12395
housing affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Black, white, Hispanic.
Community Activities and Services
Public Parks. Transportation.
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing. Homeless.
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Farmers of Dracut and Methuen
Sept. 24, 2021
Population: 17880
Cultural or Historical Interests
Economic interest
Community Activities and Services
Our community is farmers
Economic or Environmental Interests
Agriculture economy
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South Lawrence
Sept. 24, 2021
Population: 37624
renewable resources environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Dominican and Puerto Rican (mostly Dominican.) You can smell delicious food pretty much everywhere and you can always hear a familiar song coming from someone’s home or their car.
Community Activities and Services
Public park near Veterans Memorial Stadium, nearby restaurants/fast food joints. Transportation - MVRTA, Healthcare - Pentucket Medical and Lawrence General. Education - South Lawrence East, Lawrence High School
Community Needs and Concerns
Roads are terrible and need to be fixed. The markings need to be redrawn. Affordable housing is also a hot topic. Something also needs to be done about the speeding - drivers are going unnecessarily fast.
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South East Lawrence
Sept. 24, 2021
Population: 17899
Cultural or Historical Interests
Ethnic and Religious beliefs. Predominantly Dominican and varieties of Christianity.
Community Activities and Services
Bars. Locations are provided by the city.
Community Needs and Concerns
Youth centers and recreational centers
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colonial heights
Sept. 24, 2021
Population: 9477
renewable resources housing education environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Arts agencies are key. El Taller. Informal small businesses. “Immigrant city,” gas explosions, non profit control of socio-economic resources, evangelical and catholic church communities, small business (restaurants, bodegas, car shops, barber shops). I’d say most of the cultural bonds are informal and grassroots.
Community Activities and Services
bodegas and restaurants on south union, south common park, Sullivan park, el taller, book clubs, writing events. GLFHC, LGH, mostly downtown for buses. Public and private schools
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lack of community control of economic development resources that would strengthen environmental stability. Non profits control all of the money. Dirty rivers. Gas explosions still having impact. Poor urban soil quality.
Community Needs and Concerns
Grassroots empowerment. Preventing the displacement of the poor through gentrification. Non-profit control of resources and decision making means grassroots everyday people have less access to direct democracy. Changing the toxic political culture. Ending sexism, homophobia and transphobia through loosening the grip of conservative Christian influence in the city. Integrative mental health support for youth. End the Lawrence public schools receivership and give control back to the School Committee.
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Chinatown (Boston)
Sept. 16, 2021
Population: 20932
Community Activities and Services
Chinatown (Boston)
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Fields Corner
Sept. 16, 2021
Population: 5517
Community Activities and Services
Fields Corner
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Quincy
Sept. 16, 2021
Population: 106062
Community Activities and Services
Quincy
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Methuen/Lawrence
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Sept. 13, 2021
Population: 79165
housing healthcare voting rights mental health affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Spanish speaking, immigrant status, arts
Community Needs and Concerns
Merrimack Valley Hispanic Community
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Colonial Heights
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 6568
LGBT+ renewable resources healthcare diversity elderly
Cultural or Historical Interests
El Taller. Informal small businesses. “Immigrant city,” gas explosions, non profit control of socio-economic resources, evangelical and catholic church communities, small business (restaurants, bodegas, car shops, barber shops). I’d say most of the cultural bonds are informal and grassroots.
Community Activities and Services
bodegas and restaurants on south union, south common park, Sullivan park, el taller, book clubs, writing events. GLFHC. LGH.
Community Needs and Concerns
Lack of community control of economic development resources that would strengthen environmental stability. Non profits control all of the money. Dirty rivers. Gas explosions still having impact. Poor urban soil quality. Gentrification. Toxic politics.
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Colonial Heights
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 7848
LGBT+ voting rights diversity mental health environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Vietnamese refugee population, 1st gen/2nd immigrant population, English language learners, queer folks. Laborers, nail techs, domestic labour, cleaners, factory line workers, service industry, test technicians, teachers and educators, small business owners, artists, writers, activists, musicians, students, entrepreneurs, working class
Community Activities and Services
Cafes, bookstores, urban garden, brewery, restaurants, bodegas, events Driving, south Lawrence east elementary/middle school, Lawrence high, bus, commuter rail, biking, Lawrence family health center, pentucket medical, afc urgent car, 100 amesbury st doctors way, northeast physical therapy, Perrault chiropractor, Essex street/downtown Lawrence
Community Needs and Concerns
Pollution, overheating, composting, access to green spaces, over populated homes, poverty, green washing, gentrification, housing crisis and lack of low income housing, gas explosions and lack of care for upkeep of utilities in poor communities, lack of efficient public transport options, bike lanes, more localized farming initiatives, reparations. Low income housing, less policing, more quality education, getting rid of the non profit industrial complex (esp. teach for America) and having more Lawrence locals leading these organizations.
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South Lawrence
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 31208
housing voting rights affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Considering that Lawrence is a minority -majority city, the bonds are strong between all Spanish speaking residents. However, the Mount Vernon area is clearly segregated, in a way, with the white majority presence there. The Bread and Roses strike of the generations before. For the current generation, the Columbia Gas incident stands out as a shared history.
Community Activities and Services
Riverfront park for fitness.
Community Needs and Concerns
The water quality. Although it has gotten somewhat better by cleaning up the rivers, more can be done. Rent control needs to be implemented in order to attract more people to the area and retain them. By doing so, people will have more disposable income to contribute within the local economy and work more.
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Downtown Lawrence
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 18760
renewable resources voting rights education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Being an immigrant city, people of predominantly Latin and Central American countries migrating to US towns like Lawrence for work and educational opportunities (social and generational mobility).
Community Activities and Services
Campaigning Common Park, Terra Luna/El Taller, Union Street Crossing Studios, Essex Art Center/Spicket River Brewery (Bars & Restaurants), Bodegas, Lawrence Public Library, St. Mary of the Assumption Churches & other churches. Public bus & personal vehicles for transportation, massHealth insurance & Greater Lawrence Family Health Center for healthcare, charter school & private schools for educational services.
Community Needs and Concerns
Better road system, cleaner water system, environmental electricity methods, better recycling system, financial literacy programs
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Prospect Hill
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 23335
transportation housing crime environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Food and Music. Hispanic Heritage
Community Activities and Services
People throw parties in parks and houses. There are elementary and middle schools and extra curricular programs.
Community Needs and Concerns
Littering and dirty rivers. Rent is too high. Roads are damaged.
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Mt. Vernon
Sept. 12, 2021
Population: 16370
Cultural or Historical Interests
Puerto Rican and Dominican. City of Lawrence has a history of its own but community member wise, many are immigrants from different countries coming here for better life or opportunity, sometimes even safety.
Community Activities and Services
Walking and public parks. Local healthcare clinics, bus stations in north Lawrence, local public schools, after school programs
Community Needs and Concerns
Educational support, small business support, financial support outlets, support for drug abuse
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Downtown Lawrence
Sept. 11, 2021
Population: 16137
Cultural or Historical Interests
Hispanic heritage, overcoming negative stigma
Community Activities and Services
El Taller, Ferris Park, Spicket River Brewery and common park
Economic or Environmental Interests
We don’t really have street cleaners. There’s too much debris and dirt on our roads and sidewalks
Community Needs and Concerns
Hard Drugs
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South Lawrence
Sept. 9, 2021
Population: 12973
housing education elderly environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Domincan Roots. Christian Religion. Spanish speaking.
Community Activities and Services
South Public Library, Restaurants like Coco Rays, The Lawrence Public High school and the parks next to it.
Community Needs and Concerns
Crime and Education
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test
Sept. 9, 2021
Population: 1892
Cultural or Historical Interests
test
Community Activities and Services
test
Economic or Environmental Interests
test
Community Needs and Concerns
test
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South Medford - Tufts Park
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Sept. 5, 2021
housing diversity crime suburban affordable
Community Needs and Concerns
South Medford is/was a diverse area that struggles with commute/transportation issues and, being in the shadow of Tufts, serves as a crossroads for a lot of different communities of people.
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Duggar Park Community
Sept. 5, 2021
housing healthcare diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
This is a diverse, working class community that has existing in Medford for at least the last 50 years. It comprises a large African American community. The appears to be some level of gentrification going on .
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Mt. Vernon
Sept. 2, 2021
COVID-19 environment energy multicultural multilingual
Cultural or Historical Interests
We have lots of families here, I see lots of small kids (under 12 and a few under 6) Some are retired, a few are unemployed. Two of my neighbors work in the non-profit sector. One is in hospitality (works at a hotel). A few are in retail. One is a factory worker. My partner is a dogwalker and I'm underemployed / do a lot of volunteer work right now. One of my neighbors is special needs and goes to a day program to work.
Community Activities and Services
I usually socialize with my neighbors when I see them on walks; we don't have a park that is super close. Many of the neighborhood kids play/ride scooters in a parking lot next to my house. One of the houses plays music on Saturday nights from outside speakers, lots of friends and family join them.It's very residential so we don't have a ton right in the neighborhood. There are a few buses that pick up right at the corner of my street and the commuter rail is better accessed by car or bike (I normally bike to the Andover station to save a buck). The Greater Lawrence Community Health Center is very close to us on 114, a few of my neighbors got vaccinated there... Lawrence general is far but
Economic or Environmental Interests
Our neighborhood went through the gasfires together, and now the pandemic.Longer term, I believe that many of the single family homes were built by the same architect as workforce housing for people working in factories in Lawrence. Those houses are very similar and mainly across South Broadway from where I live.My main concern is natural gas, due to our experience with the gas fires here. I worry about its effects on health as well as the possibility of another disaster. And our reliance on fossil fuels. Another concern I have is tree cover and its effect on temperatures. Litter is pretty bad here and that worries me because it blocks the drains when we have heavy rain and the street
Community Needs and Concerns
Language access. More farmers' markets/access to produce. We have a lot of children and families here who would benefit from more outdoor spaces and gardens. Rent control/rent assistance. More opportunities to buy apartments rather than rent (most apartments are exclusively for renters, but condo ownership could be a step for many to stay in Lawrence longer-term who may not want the responsibility/cost burden of a whole house).
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Greater Fall River Progressives #NotMeUs
Aug. 26, 2021
renewable resources healthcare mental health low income public transit
Community Activities and Services
We are progressives in Greater Fall River who organize and advocate for economically just, sustainable and peaceful public policies that benefit the many not the few.
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United Raynham
Aug. 24, 2021
crime education suburban
Community Needs and Concerns
Raynham has been divided into two congressional districts thereby dividing the voice of the residents and confusion about whom to contact on issues of concern.
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Chelsea, Revere, Everett, East Boston Senate District
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 24, 2021
housing voting rights diversity mental health education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Immigrant community from central and south America
Community Activities and Services
Use of La Colaborativa's services
Economic or Environmental Interests
Gernerally lower socio-economic status.
Community Needs and Concerns
Community united by need for increased investment in public transportation, education, housing, and local job opportunities.
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Cape Cod
Aug. 22, 2021
housing voting rights elderly environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Cape Cod, including neighborhoods in the town of Barnstable, Provincetown.
Community Activities and Services
League of Women Voters of the Cape Cod Area
Economic or Environmental Interests
Fishing, tourism and 35 miles downwind of the Plymouth nuclear waste site.
Community Needs and Concerns
Needs more MEMA emergency planning in case of a radioactivity release from the Pilgrim / Plymouth nuclear site.
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Prospect Hill
Aug. 17, 2021
pollution gentrification renewable resources housing affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Primarily Latinx. Mostly immigrants from Carribian countries. Spanish Speaking. Christian faith.
Community Activities and Services
High Street Park, Misserville Park, Bloody Brooke, Movement City, Greater Lawrence Family Health Center, Lawrence General, Spicket River, Up Academy Leonard, Parthum Middle School.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most residents are employed outside of the neighborhood. There are a few barbershops and bodegas. Area is an urban heat zone. Not enough trees and vegetation. A lot of blacktop rodes.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is densely packed. More affordable housing outside the district might be necessary.
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Malden
Aug. 12, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Malden
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Community of Martha's Vineyard
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 11, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The island is Native American territory (two indigenous tribes - , Wampanoag tribe in Aquinnah & Wampanoag tribe in Chappaquiddick), there is indigenous housing in Aquinnah, Significant historical Black and immigrant populations Methodist Society Campground Meeting Association (historic district) Ink Well (previously segregated portion of the island) Languages - Portuguese, Spanish, Mandarin, French Predominately retiree population High immigrant population (seasonal workers as well as year round residents), multiple generations of undocumented immigrants in need of protection and services.
Community Activities and Services
One Island w/ six towns and different policies impacts health, policing, etc Steamship Authority connects the island to urban areas on the Cape (Falmouth) Non-profits cover Cape and Islands but service don't always cover both Regional Hospital services entire island and works with Steamship Authority (Falmouth) All boards that provide services are almost exclusively run by white people. This map includes the lower portion of Falmouth, so the water around Cape Cod had to be selected to make the area contiguous.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Ensuring wind energy companies and Cannabis companies are hiring local residents, As an island community the climate crisis and rising tides are an important concern, Renewable energy and accompanying workforce are concerns for the island, Representation and concerns for high immigrant workforce, Increased housing costs have impacted the low-wage workforce housing, Large agricultural industry on island
Community Needs and Concerns
Growing concerns over homelessness given above concerns re housing costs
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Cleghorn Neighborhood - Fitchburg
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 11, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Twenty years ago, the city of Fitchburg worked with the community to do a housing redevelopment project. This community was historically working class French-Canadian, and has now changed and has a significant Latinx population.
Community Activities and Services
St Joseph's Catholic Church. The Cleghorn Community Center. Restoration Recovery Center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Another area of concentrated poverty and low-income people. Lots of residents employed in food services, manufacturing, healthcare (CNAs).
Community Needs and Concerns
Aging housing stock. Eviction and housing stability. Community disinvestment.
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North of Main Neighborhood - Fitchburg
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 11, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Diverse, has 30 to 40% minority population, with a majority of them being Latinx. Has an aging population of homeowners, people who were in the neighborhood before it began this process of disinvestment. There are newer, younger families coming in and purchasing homes.
Community Activities and Services
Fitchburg State University. YMCA. Senior center. Fitchburg Art Museum. The police department and fire department are in this neighborhood. Fitchburg's principle commercial corridor. City Hall.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Concentration of low-income people and poverty, Fitchburg's highest concentration of people who haven't completed a high school diploma. This area was significantly impacted by the last recession. For a significant period of time, there were a lot of vacant homes. Lower housing prices. Aging housing stock. Municipal disinvestment; five to ten years ago Fitchburg could not afford to keep the lights running in this neighborhood. Times when Department of Public Works has started to repair sidewalks but never finished. This area is in transition right now, there are investors going in and taking advantage of low housing prices and trying to flip houses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Large revitalization projects will impact this area for the next few years. Current investments in the area include a new City Hall, affordable artist housing, the University is investing in the community.
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French Hill - Leominster
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 11, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
A large Latinx population of Leominster, a majority is Puerto Rican and Uruguayan populations. There is also a significant Brazilian population in Leominster.
Community Activities and Services
The Spanish American Center, Catholic Charities works in that area, St Cecelia is a large Catholic Church in the area
Economic or Environmental Interests
A lot of plastics and other manufacturing. Lots of the Latinx population is employed in food service, manufacturing, healthcare (lots of CNAs).
Community Needs and Concerns
Leominster is gateway city, so wages are lower here and there is less state attention. The state's economic focus is around Metro Boston, so less resources flow out to this part of the state.
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Mattapan
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The neighborhood is primarily West Indian/Caribbean/Black with many nationalities, very diverse area. There was a "white flight" around the 1970s/80s. There is a sizable Haitian population. Speak American South, Caribbean English, French, Haitian Creole, Spanish. A lot of seniors live in the 200 block.
Community Activities and Services
Greater Mattapan Neighborhood Association operates in this area, and is a fairly new organization (about 3 years old). Caribbean Festival, churches and church activity, Voice of the Gospel Church. ABCD, Mattapan Health Center, Mattapan MBTA are in area services. Mattapan Farmer's Market, Mattapan Food and Fitness coalition, Edgewater Neighborhood. Shopping at Star/Shaws on River St. Library on Blue Hill Ave. The Mildred Avenue school has been a place where voting occurs. There's a pilot school where the community gathers as well.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There is a lot of construction in the community, and concern about the Mattapan MBTA, with people concerned about it being a for gentrification. Many work outside the community. Air quality, heat spots, lack of trees on the street, underutilized parks and green spaces. Issues of healthcare and low wage jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
More playgrounds. Safety but no increased police presence. Jobs. Low income/affordable housing, stop displacement. More fun activities for teens and seniors. Support for youth. Job opportunities, better jobs. Need investments in formal, community areas. Environmental improvements like the Neponset River. Park maintenance. Quality grocery stores. Need better traffic control, W Selden St is Blue Hill Ave Bypass, hear cars speeding by all hours of the day.
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Immigrant community Fall River
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Fall River has a history of large immigrant communities of Portuguese descent (the Azores, mainland Portugal) and of indigent recent immigrants and their families (immigrating within the last 25 years). Beginning in the early 1980s, a Cambodian refugee community came to Fall River, hosted by several churches, particularly St. Luke's Episcopal Church. Immigrant communities are growing from Brazil, Columbia, Ecuador, El Salvador (a mixture of Hispanic populations). Each year, particularly May-September Portuguese feasts and festivals hosted by churches and social organizations are very common. The Catholic Church is still a central institution and hosts cultural events throughout the year.
Community Activities and Services
The Portuguese community gathers at church (the Catholic Church) and among social/cultural/sports clubs, especially the Portuguese men. The yearly feasts and festivals are a large social space among the Portuguese. Kennedy Park and The Gates are also sites for Portuguese festivals/events. Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA are also widely used among the community, particularly the Y. Battleship Cove attracts some tourists, with the waterfront area. The Buddhist Temple hosts a New Year's Celebration around the Lunar New Year.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Factories/manufacturers still employ a percentage of Fall River residents, along with the service industry and health care facilities (St. Anne's and Charlton Memorial). Also, Bristol Community College is located in Fall River. Many from the Portuguese and Brazilian communities work in infrastructure (road construction, landscaping) and/or cleaning services.
Community Needs and Concerns
Fall River is not a large city (90,000 population), but is represented at the Congressional level by two Congress people.
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Leominster, Fitchburg (twin cities)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Efforts underway to support local artists through economic development work. Latinx population, some Haitian-Creole population, growing Hmong population. English, Spanish, Haitian-Creole, Hmong are top languages.
Community Activities and Services
There's a bus line that serves North Central Mass, but it is very sporadic. Fitchburg Art Museum, attractive destination for folks, could be cultural nucleus for the city.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Higher concentrations of extremely low-income individuals in the area surrounding downtown Fitchburg. There is an effort underway right now to do economic development there. North of Main is the project focused on revitalization of the area through arts, culture, and other mechanisms; involves the university. The largest employers in the region are the hospitals, largest is UMass Memorial. Other large employers are Fitchburg State University, ARC, and manufacturing industry, especially plastics (but manufacturing is dying off). Tourism in surrounding areas and in Leominster, especially from apple picking.
Community Needs and Concerns
Downtown Fitchburg had the lowest levels of participation, higher levels of COVID-19 infection. Transportation is sparse. Access to employment opportunities that yield family sustaining wages, specifically for undereducated residents. Lack of affordable childcare options. Housing costs and instability.
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POC Small Businesses - West Springfield
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Latinx, Pakistani, Indian, Iraqi, other POC communities. Lots of Asian and Italian communities around Elm St. Majority latino's from Puerto Rico.
Community Activities and Services
The Islamic Society of Western Massachusetts is located in this area. Josiah Day House Museum; Urgent Care venue.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Working class. Lots of POC-run small businesses. Many low income state housing places and many multifamily houses. Is known for having working class and Middle class latinos. It has one of the poorest zip code in the state. Many undocumented families move to the north end because felt welcoming and closer to home.
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South Side Waltham
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Growing Mexican, El Salvadoran, Ugandan, and other populations. Black and brown with a sizeable Asian population. Predominantly working class and below the AMI. Large immigrant population. Religious (Christian Catholic) community. Many families with children in the public school system.
Community Activities and Services
50+% ELL population in public schools, majority of which comes from this region. Many of the community members live and spend time in the parks located here.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Working class, largely in service-based industries (e.g., landscapers, food servers, carpenters, laborers, contractors). Many lost jobs due to COVID.
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing insecurity. Food security is a major issue -- stand in the same food lines. Need ELL support; need more public WiFi/access to the Internet; housing affordability issues, with many paying 50+% of their income for rent. Concerns about access to public transportation: many take public transit, and have had to fight to have food lines accessible to them.
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South End - Springfield
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed community. Latinx, African American and Italian American Community. Lots of Small businesses like Pizza shops and Bodegas. Italian Community Center and Italian Catholic Church. MGM Casino, Rescue Mission Homeless Shelter
Community Activities and Services
This community has a big public housing. South End Community Center that has a park, where lots of kids play. South End Middle School. First Cemetery in Springfield
Economic or Environmental Interests
Low income community and Working Class.
Community Needs and Concerns
Known to have an Asthma Problem
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Charles Street AME
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Hibernia Hall is a historical location close to our neighborhood. Charles Church AME is a historical church in Boston. Large Cape Verdean Community. Different languages, Spanish and Portuguese. Large immigrant population, large African American community.
Community Activities and Services
Schools, supermarkets, health center, restaurants, churches, libraries, parks. Church/Charles Street AME. Court system. Roxbury and Dorchester.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Supermarkets, retail, schools, food banks. Uber, lyft transportation. Concerns of crime, air pollution, and noise level. Concerns of how the criminal justice system disrupts/intersects with success to housing, jobs, and stabilization of community
Community Needs and Concerns
More jobs, low income and affordable housing, safe places to socialize, more after school options for kids
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New Bedford Hispanic Community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The primary language is Spanish and also some Kiche of the Guatemalan indigenous community. Every September there is a celebration for Salvadoran Independence Day in Riverside Park. New Bedford has experienced recent immigration from Guatamala and Honduras and El Salvador and Dominican Republic. Puerto Ricans also came in larger numbers after the hurricane. There is a mixture of status, with undocumented (Central Americans) and citizens (Puerto Ricans).
Community Activities and Services
The Hispanic community of New Bedford gathers in the 48 Hispanic churches of the City; sports fields such as Ashley Park on Rivet St, Mt. Pleasant St baseball field, park at Presidential Heights, and baseball fields of Buttonwood Park and the soccer fields of Riverside Park; and bars. House parties also occupy social time concentrated in public housing around the City. This community also has a Mexican restaurant, a Dominican food store, Price Rite and Seabra where a lot of Hispanics shop. There are a lot of beaches in the area where Hispanic people go. In the north of New Bedford we go to the Market Basket, Elizabeth Restaurant, La Raza, etc. Our Lady of Guadalupe and San Antonio churches.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Hispanic community works in factories and fish houses of the New Bedford port. Hispanic women tend to work as CNAs, housekeepers, and in supermarkets. Substandard housing is a concern among the Hispanic community, with poor conditions of rodents and code violations. Overcrowding is common in housing units. There are constant complaints about working conditions and the environment of the fish houses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Lack of access to needed services due to language barriers is a big problem. Lack of interpreters in all sectors (ex. waiting for over an hour for an interpreter in medical settings; being turned away from municipal services because of lack of interpreters; being told they cannot access job training programs or access to Dept of Children and Family Services due to lack of interpreters or Spanish speaking social workers. A general lack of access to health insurance due to immigration status. Mental health and substance abuse are also major concerns of this community, related to substandard living conditions and the acculturation stress (stress of living as a Hispanic in the US).
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Hyde Park/Cleary Square
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Community Activities and Services
People in my community (Hyde Park) gather in Cleary Square where many shops and restaurants can be found. There's also a library, community center, and YMCA in the Square as well. We mainly use the MBTA.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A lot of people in my community own/work at small businesses, restaurants, or retail stores.
Community Needs and Concerns
Parts of Hyde Park have been bunched up into Mattapan when redistricting happens, so it would be nice if Hyde Park could still stay separate.
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Bowdoin Geneva
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
English, Cape Verdean Immigrants
Community Activities and Services
Target, McDonalds, health clinic
Economic or Environmental Interests
Unemployment problem, Boston Downtown area, Fields Corner
Community Needs and Concerns
Access to city government info, housing, jobs
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Chinatown, Bay Village, South End
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Chinese Diaspora, urban geography (part of neighborhood character), working class/lower income relative to adjacent areas. This was once a continuous community with a lot of Chinese residents as well as Latinx and Black residents. There still are a lot of concentrations of Chinese residents and some Latinx residents.
Community Activities and Services
City Hall geographically near, BPL Chinatown, Tufts Medical. Variety of community-based businesses and organizations contribute to social fabric. People all through Chinatown and the South End come to Chinatown for service, groceries, and participation in anything.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Mostly lower-income residents who are in service industries and other kinds of low wage work. Working-class elderly. A lot of air quality concerns, heat islands, flooding. Most egregious urban heat island in Boston, most polluted area of city (heavily impacted by turnpike), little greenspace.
Community Needs and Concerns
Chinatown-Bay Village heavily impacted by gentrification, environmental pressure, and need for more equitable public and social health infrastructure. A lot of common economic justice (worker rights, affordable housing, opportunities for home ownership, workforce investment, etc) and immigrant rights issues (including language access).
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Charlestown Subsidized Housing
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed ethnicity, still relates to Chinatown, 100 Ferrin elderly housing that's primarily Chinese
Economic or Environmental Interests
Public housing community
Community Needs and Concerns
Mishawum and Charles New Town large public housing units
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Brockton Ward 6
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed neighborhood language also mixed young, Religious groups, Cape Verdean
Community Activities and Services
Church, houses, outdoor venues Uber, Bat, train, walking
Economic or Environmental Interests
Mostly wage earners. City, medical, hospitals, schools. Unemployment. Run down parking lots, empty buildings. Poor lighting/traffic lights need upgrade. Poor intersections in heavy areas need improvement.
Community Needs and Concerns
Needs improved shopping plazas, sidewalks. Trees, access to walking is dangerous. Need more folks to come out to vote.
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Roxbury
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
African American, Latinx, mixed age groups, English is predominant language. Many religions; people of different, diverse backgrounds; Black, Latino, Asian, immigrant Europeans; we share history as poor/working people; old and young, documented and undocumented; people with creativity
Community Activities and Services
Health center; Latin Academy concerns about test admissions; community wanted to expand Roxbury health services. People gather at Nubian Square, at shopping centers, libraries, open-public parks and sprinklers, schools, and restaurants. People use public transit and cars to access services.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Local bodegas, restaurants, auto-shops, public transit, public safety; city of Boston workers, parks, janitor services; lots of worry about asthma and gun violence
Community Needs and Concerns
Concern over displacement, being priced out of homes. We need more money funding for programs and capital projects. We need better jobs, workfore development, access to fairlending, and targeted public health initiatives.
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Diverse Community of Fields Corner
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Appreciation of the Vietnamese community, the ethnic diversity, the local businesses. Huge Vietnamese population, area now called Little Saigon, there are also many Cape Verdeans, Haitians & some Latinx too.
Community Activities and Services
Fields Corner shops and library. Hemenway Park. MBTA: Fields Corner, Shawmut stations. Dorchester Art Project. Shopping center, town field, Ronan park, T station, boys & girls club, family & youth center, restaurants, bars.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lack of tree cover. Auto emissions from 93. We live in a heat island, the lack of trees is astounding & makes it extremely difficult to get relief from the heat & humidity, certain streets have no trees at all. We are in a climate emergency & not enough is being done to address it. Also the garbage & lack of composting creates lots of rats & mice in the neighborhood, folks leave scraps of food out everywhere thinking to help the animals but it doesn't.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should know that people want to be able to stay in Dorchester. We need more housing at all price points. So there is a big divide between those on the 'hill's vs those us who aren't. And the places w/ money are Popes Hill, Jones Hill, Ashmont Hill, Codman Hill, Neponset Hill, Savin Hill have all the best everything. The amount of new housing being built is not for us, we can't afford these bright, shiny, new apt/condos. They have to consider where the people who live in apt building or triple deckers are not making six figure salaries & can't manage moving when rents get jacked up either. Housing is a human right.
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POC community in Chicopee
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Holyoke has the biggest latino community in Western Mass, Chicopee has a growing latino community in the area that borders with South Holyoke. The majority of the immigrants here are from the Caribbean and age approximately 30-45 years old. Many Catholic churches; lots of Latinx moving here and building communities; growing poc community in general; 4A has Latinx; Chicopee has a big Russian community; Chicopee Falls is mostly African American; middle/working class People in this areas are not political motivated. don't feel the need to engage in any race due to not be or feel represented. or feeling that no matter what they do it won't change things.
Community Activities and Services
This two communities are 5 minutes away. They share the same language, religions and ethnicity. The community visits the same health center for health care. Supermarket where a lot of different poc communities shop This latino community has grown in the last 10 years. Chicopee has around 7% latino. people of color started to move to this community and becoming homeowners for the last 10 years.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There's a big Low income community that lives at public housing. The Latino working class from NYC and other State are moving and buying houses in this areas.
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Chelsea community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 10, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Much of Chelsea and this region use social services such as food distribution, immigration support, emergency housing support, housing case management, and workforce development services.
Community Activities and Services
Much of Chelsea and this region share Latin American culture and history. Shared language and immigration status.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Much of Chelsea and this region have a high percentage of residents that work in the food service and hospitality industries. Many part-time and seasonal employees. Generally low-income community. Many are forced to sublease because they cannot afford rent in now-gentrified neighborhoods. Located next to the airport, the Tobin Bridge, and home to the New England Produce Center and Salt Piles, and houses 100% of Logan Airport's Jetfule, so there are thousands of trucks going in and out of our city each day bringing necessities to the rest of Massachusetts. This all contributes pollution and diesel particulate matter into our air, and affecting our resident's health outcomes.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is united by its need for affordable housing, rent control, increased social services, and increased funding for public infrastructure and education. Community was particularly impacted by community spread of COVID-19. Chelsea has the highest asthma hospitalization rates in the state, and amongst the highest rates of heart disease, stroke, and chronic illness.
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Comunidad Hispana New Bedford
Aug. 6, 2021
transportation housing healthcare voting rights education
Community Activities and Services
Mi comunidad tiene restaurane Mexicano, mi antojo, la tienda de comida Dominicana, Price Rite y Seabra donde mucho hispano compra. Hay mucha playa cerca donde muchos hispanos van. Y en el norte de New Bedford vamos al Market Basket, restaurante Elizabeth, La raza, etc. Iglesias Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe y San Antonio donde todos los hispanos van a congregarse.
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Quincy
Aug. 6, 2021
housing suburban affordable
Community Activities and Services
Food, historical sites, parks
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Vietnamese Community (Randolph, pt 2)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Large Vietnamese community, connected to Vietnamese community in Dorchester and growing community to Brockton (closest Vietnamese community and church to these areas) Family ties within these communities Strong religious community
Community Activities and Services
Saint Bernadette Parish Church, serves American (English mass, primarily white), Haitian and Vietnamese communities, serves 600 people within the Vietnamese community Along North Main St there are a lot of Vietnamese businesses (grocery stores and restaurants). On South Main St there is also Chùa Liên Hoa Temple. Bus Route 240 along N Main St
Economic or Environmental Interests
More affordable housing within Randolph (as opposed to other areas around Boston such as Dorchester), close enough to access public transit into Boston
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Vietnamese Community (Randolph)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Large Vietnamese community, connected to Vietnamese community in Dorchester and growing community to Brockton (closest Vietnamese community and church to these areas) Family ties within these communities Strong religious community
Community Activities and Services
Saint Bernadette Parish Church, serves American (English mass, primarily white), Haitian and Vietnamese communities, serves 600 people within the Vietnamese community Along North Main St there are a lot of Vietnamese businesses (grocery stores and restaurants). On South Main St there is also Chùa Liên Hoa Temple. Bus Route 240 along N Main St
Economic or Environmental Interests
More affordable housing within Randolph (as opposed to other areas around Boston such as Dorchester), close enough to access public transit into Boston
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Fall River Saint Anthony of Padua community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
healthcare gun control education elderly affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are very culturally rooted and celebrating our religious festivities is something that we are really proud of. We celebrate the Holy ghost and are very faithful and devoted to this spiritual belief. We organize dinners and sell tickets all year long to help our church. Also, when someone in our community is in need we organize events to help one another. We use the Band Club and Don Carlos Club to gather and celebrate our special occasions like birthdays, first communions, graduations, etc.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of people that immigrated here in the late 70's from a small town in Sao Miguel Azores called Agua Retorta. We all attend Saint Anthony of Padua church located on Bedford St because most people lived around the area of the church. There is still a big portion of our community that lives in this area, including myself. We shop all over the city but we mostly love to shop in small markets that have the Portuguese products like Portugalia Marketplace, Chaves Market, Amaral's market.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Our residents are employed in several places, some even owe their own small businesses. We are very hard workers and most men work in construction and landscape. Women work on manufactural industries, small businesses, restaurants, etc. Most of the members of our community's are home owners. Some own multi family homes others own single family homes.
Community Needs and Concerns
What our community see's as major needs is more employment for young adults. More support for people suffering from mental health issues and affordable or free healthcare specially for the elderly. We also worry about our children and their education. Our schools need to keep the good teachers and offer better paying jobs. Also, college education needs to be free
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African-American community in Fall River
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
transportation housing healthcare mental health gun control
Cultural or Historical Interests
The black community is growing significantly in Fall River. We are spread all over the city, mostly in the center and south end of the city. We only have one black church in the city, Bethel AME church and only a few of us attend the church services
Community Activities and Services
People in my community gather in different locations. At family and friend's houses, at public parks, beaches, etc. We shop at places like Walmart and Price Rite. We access healthcare at Health First and Charlton Memorial or Saint Anne's Hospital
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most of our community is employed in different sectors of the city but a good majority is unemployed. Some of us work at Walmart and Amazon. Some in small local businesses
Community Needs and Concerns
Our city officials do not represent our community. For the first time in the last local elections we had a black city council be elected. For the first time. We need our city to represent who we are, the diversity that exists in Fall River
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Tomasa Perez community
Aug. 5, 2021
transportation housing education environment affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community is able to unite at St. Anthony’s church for mass on Sunday’s. We can go to our local parks such as Riverside park, Fort Taber, and Brooklawn park for social events or family gathering. There are community centers on Acushnet ave that help with employment, workers rights, and taxes. There’s lots of local restaurants nearby serving Guatemalan food, Mexican, and Dominican. There are plenty of public schools but many often don’t provide transportation to and from school.
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Cambodian Community in Fall River
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of Cambodian's that live a little bit all over the city of Fall River. We arrived here in the early 80's and most of us came as refugee's. St. Luke's church was our home and that community welcomed us. Rev. Jim Hornsby accommodated many in his home until we were settled (children's in school, adults with jobs and apartments). In the beginning it was very hard for us because we didn't feel very welcomed by the community and it was hard to get a job or find an apartment for our family.Until today, our community is very rooted in our traditions and culture.We have a dance group with 15 elements that performs in cultural and private events. Some speak English but most Khmer.
Community Activities and Services
People in my community gather at Church (St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Fall River) and at the Buddhist Temple. Wedding celebrations are done at the Temple. We also use social clubs in Fall River to celebrate special occasions (graduations and birthday's) such as the Liberal Club. For healthcare services we mainly use the Health First medical center and Saint Anne's Hospital. My community shops in two local supermarkets that sell Asian food, one located on Pleasant St (Flint area) and one located on Quequechan St. Some of us have cars but some of us depend on our family and friends to get around or on public transportation.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Cambodian community is mostly employed locally by owning their small businesses (nail salon's). Some work in other cities and carpool with each other to get around. Our communities main concern is around housing. We are afraid that rents are going to increase and we are going to be unable to pay our rents. Our city needs more jobs for our youth
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community needs to be kept in the same district so that we can elect someone that represents us, that looks like us and that has our same interests. We have to feel that we are part of this community and not left behind.
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Chinatown Public Housing for Senate District
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
Public/subsidized housing around the Chinatown area
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Brockton mapathon 4
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 5, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Great NAACP, Cape Verdean Association, SHUP, C.O.A., immigration status everything, historic (Historical Society), art gallery downtown and Fuller Craft Museum
Community Activities and Services
Church, not much entertainment Not a central location thanks to the city government
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents employed mostly outside city, no tourism, limited manufacturing, excessive building of apartments, never any entertainment, progressive
Community Needs and Concerns
Needs funding for infrastructure Industry that brings tax bags so homeowners do not have to bear the burden Needs communication to empower and educate the residents
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Martha's Vineyard Community
Aug. 4, 2021
housing healthcare diversity environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The island is Native American territory (two indigenous tribes - , Wampanoag tribe in Aquinnah & Wampanoag tribe in Chappaquiddick), there is indigenous housing in Aquinnah, Significant historical Black and immigrant populations Methodist Society Campground Meeting Association (historic district) Ink Well (previously segregated portion of the island) Languages - Portuguese, Spanish, Mandarin, French Predominately retiree population High immigrant population (seasonal workers as well as year round residents), multiple generations of undocumented immigrants in need of protection and services.
Community Activities and Services
One Island w/ six towns and different policies impacts health, policing, etc Steamship Authority connects the island to urban areas on the Cape (Falmouth) Non-profits cover Cape and Islands but service don't always cover both Regional Hospital services entire island and works with Steamship Authority (Falmouth) All boards that provide services are almost exclusively run by white people
Economic or Environmental Interests
Ensuring wind energy companies and Cannabis companies are hiring local residents, As an island community the climate crisis and rising tides are an important concern, Renewable energy and accompanying workforce are concerns for the island, Representation and concerns for high immigrant workforce, Increased housing costs have impacted the low-wage workforce housing, Large agricultural industry on island
Community Needs and Concerns
Growing concerns over homelessness given above concerns re housing costs,
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Martha's Vineyard Community
Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
Aug. 4, 2021
housing healthcare diversity environment affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
The island is Native American territory (two indigenous tribes - , Wampanoag tribe in Aquinnah & Wampanoag tribe in Chappaquiddick), there is indigenous housing in Aquinnah, Significant historical Black and immigrant populations Methodist Society Campground Meeting Association (historic district) Ink Well (previously segregated portion of the island) Languages - Portuguese, Spanish, Mandarin, French Predominately retiree population High immigrant population (seasonal workers as well as year round residents), multiple generations of undocumented immigrants in need of protection and services.
Community Activities and Services
One Island w/ six towns and different policies impacts health, policing, etc Steamship Authority connects the island to urban areas on the Cape (Falmouth) Non-profits cover Cape and Islands but service don't always cover both Regional Hospital services entire island and works with Steamship Authority (Falmouth) All boards that provide services are almost exclusively run by white people
Economic or Environmental Interests
Ensuring wind energy companies and Cannabis companies are hiring local residents, As an island community the climate crisis and rising tides are an important concern, Renewable energy and accompanying workforce are concerns for the island, Representation and concerns for high immigrant workforce, Increased housing costs have impacted the low-wage workforce housing, Large agricultural industry on island
Community Needs and Concerns
Growing concerns over homelessness given above concerns re housing costs,
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Southcoast of Massachusetts
Aug. 4, 2021
transportation renewable resources diversity education environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
When you drive on I-195 East coming from Rhode Island past Seekonk and Swansea, you are welcome to this area by a highway sign that says "Welcome to the Southcoast." You know then that you have come into a cohesive and distinct place that is different from other areas in the state. This area, including all of Fall River is historically an immigrant destination area. It is the home of at least five generations of Portuguese immigrants. It is the home of Cape Verdeans, Brazilians, Guatemalans, and Cambodians. People from all these ethnic groups live in Fall River, Dartmouth, Westport, and New Bedford.
Community Activities and Services
The Southcoast of Massachusetts is an area where one finds lots of beaches, bicycles paths that connect this community, Umass Dartmouth, and lots of Portuguese and Hispanic restaurants. These are some of the things that make this area distinctive.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Southcoast of Massachusetts has economic ties including ports, immigrant economy, restaurants, and hopping that makes it a unique experience. It is also a prime area for harvesting wind power on the shores of all these towns.
Community Needs and Concerns
The needs of this community are unique: they need to feel that more unification is needed so that people from these town find support among sister cities or towns. The chambers of commerce of these areas are uniting more and more.
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Acre Neighborhood
Aug. 4, 2021
healthcare diversity education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Unirnos en la Iglesia San Patric's participar en las diferentes celebraciones, la escuela de estudio de los chicos, las fiestas que se celebran en Lowell y eventos de verano.
Community Activities and Services
Acre Neighborhood
Economic or Environmental Interests
Trabajo en la escuela para niños de 2 años.
Community Needs and Concerns
Limpieza de las calles, atención médica en español; conocimiento de los recursos de la ciudad.
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Centerville
Aug. 4, 2021
religion infrastructure healthcare unemployment
Cultural or Historical Interests
Ir a misa y asistir a eventos culturales
Community Activities and Services
Latinos que viven en Centerville
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lowell en las bodegas y construcción.
Community Needs and Concerns
Más comunicación en lugares de apoyo como de salud, desempleo y arreglar las calles.
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Back Central
Aug. 4, 2021
infrastructure housing homelessness
Cultural or Historical Interests
Comunidad colombiana, comida y el idioma.
Community Activities and Services
Iglesia San Patricio Lowell
Economic or Environmental Interests
Trabajamos en todos lados menos en Lowell.
Community Needs and Concerns
Mucha indigencia en la ciudad, deberian de ver cómo se ayuda a todos esos indigentes que consumen drogas en las calles, eso necesita mucha ayuda.
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MVP
Aug. 4, 2021
healthcare diversity education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mi comunidad es parte de la iglesia san patricio Lowell.
Community Activities and Services
Iglesia y escuela
Economic or Environmental Interests
Trabajan en el área de Boston.
Community Needs and Concerns
Médicos de habla hispana, oficinistas de habla hispana en las oficinas de gobierno, escuelas y maestros que sean de las diferentes culturas y nacionalidades.
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Iglesia San Patricio Lowell
Aug. 4, 2021
housing voting rights diversity crime education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Idioma, comida, costumbres e iglesia.
Community Activities and Services
Iglesia San Patricio Lowell
Economic or Environmental Interests
Información sobre aspectos importantes en el idioma español, sobre politica, salud, economia, empleo y derechos ciudadanos. Cooperación de la policía y servicios sociales.
Community Needs and Concerns
Trabajo en Boston.
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Iglesia Pentecostal de Lowell
Aug. 4, 2021
healthcare mental health education elderly affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
El idioma
Community Activities and Services
Iglesia Pentecostal de Lowell
Economic or Environmental Interests
Personas desabilitadas, vivimos en Lowell pero no podemos trabajar
Community Needs and Concerns
La educacion tiene que mejorar
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LCCE
Aug. 4, 2021
healthcare diversity education
Cultural or Historical Interests
Los canales latinos, la comida, los restaurantes latinos, la gente latina
Community Activities and Services
Clases de Ingles en LCCE e Iglesia San Patricio
Economic or Environmental Interests
Yo trabajo en Lowell
Community Needs and Concerns
Más médicos bilingües, intérpretes en persona.
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Iglesia San Patricio
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
La musica y el espectáculo
Community Activities and Services
Iglesia San patricio
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lowell
Community Needs and Concerns
Más orientación sobre la alcaldía de Lowell que tienen muchas oficinas y no se sabe para qué son.
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Iglesia adventista del septimo dia
LATINX COMMUNITY CENTER FOR EMPOWERMENT - LCCE INC
Lowell Maps
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
La mayoría de la comunidad somos provenientes de República Dominica y trabajamos en el sector doméstico.
Community Activities and Services
Mi comunidad consiste en personas mayores que asistimos a la Iglesia adventista de Lowell.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Mi trabajo es en el area de Boston y Andover como home health aid.
Community Needs and Concerns
La comunidad latina debe de ser escuchada e integrada en todas las actividades, nos excluyen mucho por la barrera del lenguaje y la educación en los jóvenes no es la mejor.
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North Shore Waterfront
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
environment
Community Activities and Services
Salem, Beverly, Manchester, Gloucester, and Rockport are waterfront cities along the North Shore, which hence share environmental concerns
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Waltham South Side
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
transportation housing diversity education affordable
Community Activities and Services
Growing Mexican, El Salvadoran, Ugandan, and other populations. Housing insecurity. Concerns about access to public transportation.
Community Needs and Concerns
50+% ELL population in public schools, majority of which comes from this region. Many of the community members live and spend time in the parks located here
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Waltham: Ward 5, Precinct 2 & Ward 6, Precinct 1
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
transportation housing mental health education affordable
Cultural or Historical Interests
Large immigrant population. Religious (Christian Catholic) community. Many families with children in the public school system.
Community Activities and Services
Black and brown with a sizeable Asian population. Predominantly working class and below the AMI. Includes a strong Ugandan and LatinX population.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Working class, largely in service-based industries (e.g., landscapers, food servers, carpenters, laborers, contractors). Many lost jobs due to COVID.
Community Needs and Concerns
Food security is a major issue -- stand in the same food lines. Need ELL support; need more public WiFi/access to the Internet; housing affordability issues, with many paying 50+% of their income for rent. Many take public transit, and have had to fight to have food lines accessible to them.
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Methuen minority
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
More closely matches the population of Lawrence in terms of culture, race, ethnicity, work, education than the rest of Methuen
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing density, more multi-families, so needs and wants will differ from the rest of Methuen that more closely matches New Hampshire
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Methuen/Haverhill
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
Questions of whether businesses can survive in Haverhill/Methuen Workforce tends not to work in Methuen or Haverhill, many work in New Hampshire, many folks feel they have more in common with New Hampshire than with Massachusetts Has been a focus on trying to create economic opportunities, but usually Lowell or Lawrence get the economic opportunities but not being attracted for folks in Haverhill or Methuen
Community Needs and Concerns
Issues of housing, whether the community wants more housing based on issue of race that comes with multi-family housing Not connected to public transit other than through RTA system, which is insufficient, must go to Lowell or Lawrence for public transportation Access to quality, public education is a large issue
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Salem/The Point
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Latin community in Salem, but has been outward migration from this community into other, more affordable municipalities such as Lynn. The largest nationality is Dominican, which has decreased over the past two decades. Lowest income neighborhood is working-class neighborhood and has been since 1900s, income grows as you move out of this neighborhood and the housing density also decreases with distance Walking museum of paintings across the neighborhood, but still disconnect from the Point and the rest of the history of Salem
Community Activities and Services
Massive complex, Shetland Park, that is a place of employment and has nonprofit services that a lot of people in that neighborhood go to, especially supportive, employment, medical services. The area also has a municipal state buildings. This area is an industrial zone in the middle of a historically-industrial neighborhood, which is now in the process of being proposed to be redeveloped. Often get health services from a local clinic, which will be moving to another part of the neighborhood.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Not a lot of businesses, a lot of bodegas and unaffordable specialty shops. Big interest in having quality jobs within Salem for the skill set of people who live in Salem. Major flood zone, have not had floods but at major risk, so climate resiliency is of extreme importance for this neighborhood because it is on the waterfront.
Community Needs and Concerns
Food deserts, a lot of grocery stores are over a mile away, not enough access to quality affordable food Issue of education access, affordable housing
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Subsidized housing (Chinatown and Charlestown)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed ethnicity, still relates to Chinatown, 100 Ferrin elderly housing that's primarily Chinese
Economic or Environmental Interests
Public housing community
Community Needs and Concerns
Mishawum and Charles New Town large public housing units
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Chinatown connections
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This was once a continuous community with a lot of Chinese residents as well as Latinx and Black residents. There still are a lot of concentrations of Chinese residents and some Latinx residents.
Community Activities and Services
People all through Chinatown and the South End come to Chinatown for service, groceries, and participation in anything.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Mostly lower-income residents who are in service industries and other kinds of low wage work. Working-class elderly. A lot of air quality concerns, heat islands, flooding
Community Needs and Concerns
A lot of common economic justice (worker rights, affordable housing, opportunities for home ownership, workforce investment, etc) and immigrant rights issues (including language access)
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North End Springfield
Aug. 4, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Majority latino's from Puerto Rico. Many low income state housing places and many multifamily houses. Is known for having working class and Middle class latinos. It has one of the poorest zip code in the state. Many undocumented families move to the north end because felt welcoming and closer to home.
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POC in Chicopee
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
People in this areas are not political motivated. don't feel the need to engage in any race due to not be or feel represented. or feeling that no matter what they do it won't change things.
Community Activities and Services
This latino community has grown in the last 10 years. Chicopee has around 7% latino. people of color started to move to this community and becoming homeowners for the last 10 years.
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Mason Square
Aug. 4, 2021
housing
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mostly African American; born and raised (been in the area for a while)
Community Activities and Services
Small Black-owned businesses; Baptist churches; tight-knit community
Economic or Environmental Interests
Working class; low-income housing
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Ward 2E
Aug. 4, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is a mixed between latinos and African American. Is very political engaged but not represented by someone who looks like them. Is a lot of renters and home owners. working class community
Community Activities and Services
This community boarders with Chicopee. Ward 2E in Springfield and is the only ward represented by Michael Finn who Also represents some of Chicopee and West Springfield
Community Needs and Concerns
Under represented.
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East Springfield Indian Orchard
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 4, 2021
housing diversity
Cultural or Historical Interests
Latinx, white, African American
Community Activities and Services
Homeowners; politically engaged; lots of businesses; commercial area
Economic or Environmental Interests
Middle/working class; few housing complexes
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Roslindale
Aug. 4, 2021
transportation housing education affordable
Community Activities and Services
Roslindale is a diverse community of people who live in close proximity to Roslindale center and live, shop and commute through the area that is currently split in half.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community has strong housing and development needs. Currently there are no elected officials that represent the whole of the community and can advocate for their needs.
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South End New Bedford
Aug. 3, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
In this area of the city, it is heavily immigrant with older generations of Portuguese immigrants and new Latino immigrants from both Central America and the Caribbean (ex. Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic). It is by the waterfront, near the South Terminal with many seafood processing companies and much commercial activity. Many former mills are now converted to other multi-uses, but some still remain as smaller manufacturing are open.
Community Activities and Services
In this part of New Bedford, in the South End, people socialize and gather at the beach, at Hazelwood Park, at the Harbor Walk and Cove Walk. Immigrants' Assistance Center is a well-known social service and community organization in this area. The County St and Brock Ave commercial areas are prominent in this area. It is a densely populated neighborhood with double and triple deckers and older housing stock. It is a heavily immigrant neighborhood.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The seafood and service industries are prominent employers in this area of the city. Some smaller factories still employ area residents. As the areas is near the sea, rising sea levels and flooding are concerns.
Community Needs and Concerns
This area of New Bedford has had no representation of the Latino community in city government, and their needs are not adequately addressed or reflected in the City government. There has been a lack of city services in these neighborhoods. This area is a little less walkable and more car-dependent, than other parts of the city. Transportation is an ongoing need.
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Enroot
Aug. 3, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is the Enroot student community made up of high school students at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School who identify as immigrants.
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Enroot
Aug. 3, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is the Enroot student community which is made up of high school students at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School who identify as immigrants.
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Near North End New Bedford
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 3, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
In this part of New Bedford, it is the "gateway" of the gateway city of New Bedford. Generations of immigrants have settled in this part of New Bedford: French Canadian, Portuguese, Azorean and Medeiran Portuguese, and more recently the Mayan Kiche Guatemalan community, and other Central American communities (ex. Honduran, Salvadoran), and more newly arrived Cape Verdean immigrants. Currently both the Guatemalan and Portuguese communities are influential in the community.
Community Activities and Services
This part of New Bedford is a busy commercial coorridor around Acushnet Avenue, with many "mom and pop" stores. It is a walkable area, with dense population and multi-family houses (double and triple deckers). In this area people gather and socialize in Riverside Park and Brooklawn Park and in churches such as St. Anthony of Padua and Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Perpetual Help and St. Joseph's Catholic Churches, and the Feast Grounds (related to Immaculate Conception Church), and social clubs such as ethnically defined, Portuguese community such as the Medeiran Club, Portuguese Sports Association Club, etc. A number of storefront churches continue to emerge on Acushnet Avenue.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Members of this area of New Bedford, esp. the Central America community are employed in seafood processing and in tire recycling and warehousing. Manufacturing and the service industries are also major employers. Environmental concerns include the Acushnet River being a PCB contamination site from manufacturing along the river. The site has been dredged, and is still a part of a flood zone. Because of the dense nature of the neighborhood and the older housing stock, cooling has been an issue in terms of keeping a densely packed area cool - overheating is an issue putting residents at risk.
Community Needs and Concerns
This area of New Bedford has suffered many years of dis-investment and lack of attention by elected officials. Key institutions like healthcare and banking institutions have dis-invested from this neighborhood. There are ongoing issues of blight and neglect in city services in the neighborhood. There is a lack of representation among elected officials to reflect the composition of this neighborhood, both locally and at the state level.
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Hispanic Community in Fall River
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 3, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is very routed in religion and cultural traditions. Most Hispanics in Fall River are Catholic but there are some Evangelicals.
Community Activities and Services
The Hispanic community gathers at church and at each others houses. They celebrate holidays and have big celebrations for Quinceneras in social clubs. They enjoy dancing and sighing. Men enjoy watching soccer. The shop at Walmart and Price Rite. The go to Health First and Saint Anne's Hospital for healthcare services. The y worship at church.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most people work in
Community Needs and Concerns
Most members of my community are undocumented and have a very hard time speaking English and understanding the teachers and people that are at the different services. Some are embarrassed to speak and have a hard time communicating.
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North New Bedford
Aug. 2, 2021
healthcare diversity education
Community Activities and Services
I´ve graduated from Global Learning Charter Public School and I am a current student at Umass Dartmouth. I work at the Centro Communitario de Trabajadores in district 11 which is a workers rights immigrant agency. On my days off I spend time at Fort Taber in ward 6-A or at Buttonwood park inward 5-E. These are just a few of the many locations in which my community spends their time to have fun, educate and gather up.
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north and south end of new bedford.
Aug. 2, 2021
transportation housing diversity
Community Activities and Services
In my community there are many activities to do. Most people in my community go to st Anthony of Papua on acushnet they also go to buttonwood park zoo. Another place where people like to gather is at the beaches in the south end of new bedford.
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South New Bedford from I-195 to the beach and from the harbor to the zoo
Aug. 2, 2021
transportation housing healthcare diversity education
Community Activities and Services
Hi, my name is Dax Crocker. My community has Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, many fish warehouses where my fiends work along the New Bedford Harbor and the community extends from where I live through the downtown area, the harbor, County St all the way to the I-195. This community is a working class community with many people speaking Spanish and Portuguese. We do not want to belong to the district covering Fairhaven or the district covering Dartmouth.
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Ward 3 - Everett
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 2, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many Brazilians have moved in. Many Central American families own homes and own small businesses (bodegas, bakeries, barber shop).
Community Activities and Services
Elm St is a main artery of the city that connects Ferry with Broadway in Revere. Lots of small businesses. Everett High School, Whittier School Cemetery Several churches that share space - African American church shares space with a Brazilian Evangelical Church and a Haitian congregation
Economic or Environmental Interests
Complaints about noise pollution from the airport Lack of green space
Community Needs and Concerns
Lots of BIPOC homeowners, lots of families
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Lower Broadway (Everett)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 2, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mostly Central American immigrant population (lots of TPS recipients) started moving to Everett 25 years ago. Some Brazilians started moving to Everett in the late 1990s and early 2000s, lots of Evangelical Christians. Many Haitians who moved to Everett after the economic crisis and natural disasters, but also from Boston gentrification from Dorchester and Mattapan. More recently increasing number of immigrants who speak Arabic (Moroccans)
Community Activities and Services
Many small businesses, lots of activity Whittier School Cambridge Health Alliance - health needs assessment
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lots of traffic Very working-class city: between 15,000 and 20,000 people work in low-wage service or domestic work at the airport, in retail. City has no workforce development.
Community Needs and Concerns
Youth population is exploding. Need another middle school (or even two).
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Tower Hill (Lawrence)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 2, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mostly Latinx residents (Dominican, Central American, Puerto Rican), used to have a lot of European immigrants, was a wealthier area, some Lebanese immigrants Historically where mill owners had their properties - located on a hill
Community Activities and Services
Reservoir Park - lots of pedestrians, local track and running clubs use this space
Economic or Environmental Interests
Flooding A few single family homes, but mostly apartments and multifamily homes
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Mount Vernon (Lawrence)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
Aug. 2, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
European immigrants - Irish, Italian, Portuguese Newer communities developed in the 1960s after highway construction, lots of veterans moved there with their families
Community Activities and Services
Lots of domestic violence shelters (hidden within the community)
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lots of single family homes, fewer multifamily homes/apartments, more front and backyards, personal parking spaces Surrounded by highways (I-93, I-95)
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Industrial and Commercial mixed with Community
Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
Aug. 2, 2021
transportation environment air quality suburban blue-collar
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is mixed residential and industrial. It is very diverse and has a growing latinx population
Community Needs and Concerns
My community needs representation that balances the needs of residents with the many businesses that exist here.
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Boston
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
housing gun control education environment affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community was Dorchester until I bought a house in Norwood recently, Considered entire city his community
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Mildred Hailey Housing Project
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
transportation housing gun control environment Black
Community Activities and Services
My communities are in the Mildred Hailey where I grew up and in Allston where I stayed in a shelter for 3 years
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Mildred Hailey Housing Project
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
transportation housing gun control environment
Community Activities and Services
Community is Mildred Hailey housing project where he has lived his whole life. Lives with his grandmother
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Mildred Hailey
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
transportation housing gun control affordable
Community Activities and Services
Family and Friends in Mildred Hailey. Keeps returning as still has family in MH
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Mildred Hailey Housing Project
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
transportation housing gun control environment affordable
Community Activities and Services
My community at Mildred Hailey is made up of my daughter's family who will buy a house soon with her daughter, my granddaughter
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Brockton mapathon 3
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
Common economic interests in the center of the city, going North to South, dilapidated housing; poverty. Common racial interests in same areas, where we have the highest percent of POC. A few blocks East and West of Main St. More or less the current boundaries of State Rep district
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Ward 6
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Religious groups, Cape Verdean
Economic or Environmental Interests
Mostly wage earners
Community Needs and Concerns
Need more folks to come out to vote
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Brockton mapathon 2
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Long established neighborhoods
Community Activities and Services
D.W. Field and Golf Course Thorny Lee Gold course Churches
Economic or Environmental Interests
More affluent part of city Most access to the highway
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Ward 2
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
A huge community bond is soccer, I believe we have a large Ecuadorian population. It would be nice to include both CV and Ecuadorian points of culture
Community Activities and Services
My community gathers at Leslie Parmenter Park and Harold Bent Park We have a large soccer-playing population that uses the parks regularly Access to buses is Pleasant St
Economic or Environmental Interests
We have a lot of self-employed, insured business, the part of our Ward 2 does not include Harold Bent Park. I think Ward 2 needs to include more residential areas because we include the Main Street area and updates to the area don't always include "residential" friendly updates to the roads
Community Needs and Concerns
Sidewalks and repairing streets would go a long way in bringing up the values and making them more equitable
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Brockton mapathon 1
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 31, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed neighborhood Language also mixed Young
Community Activities and Services
Church, houses, outdoor venues Uber, Bat, train, walking
Economic or Environmental Interests
City, medical, hospitals, schools Unemployment Run down parking lots, empty buildings Poor lighting/traffic lights need upgrade Poor intersections in heavy areas need improvement
Community Needs and Concerns
Needs improved shopping plazas, sidewalks Trees, access to walking is dangerous
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Beachmont neighborhood, Revere
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 30, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Our neighborhood is an intergenerational, multicultural, working class immigrant community. The population size of the neighborhood has increased due to the new development at 1 Beachmont. Along with 1 Beachmont, the redevelopment of Suffolk Downs will shift the neighborhood demographic. This neighborhood has a high North African and Latinx population.
Community Activities and Services
A new location of the Bosniak Society of Boston has been established in the Beachmont area to allow for religious gatherings. The Beachmont and Seacoast School building is home to Frederick’s Park, which consists of a playground, baseball field, and courts. Aside from this park, the Louis Pasteur playground, Crescent Ave Mini Park, Winthrop Ave basketball court and Short Beach offer spaces for recreation for children and families across the neighborhood.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Beachmont neighborhood is united by the Beachmont train station, which residents use to commute to jobs in Boston. Around this station, many restaurants, bakeries, and stores introduce residents to the foods of the cultures present in Beachmont. There are barber shops, laundromats, and dry cleaning locations. Additionally, the Shops at Suffolk Downs provide more options for residents to eat and purchase groceries.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Beachmont Improvement Committee is a neighborhood group that consists mostly of older retired residents who want to beautify and build an inclusive community. They host an annual Multicultural Festival to celebrate the diverse cultures and small businesses in their commercial corridor. The Committee needs a separate space for meetings since it meets at the police station, which lacks accessibility. Additional Concerns: Gentrification displacement Tenants rights Loss of cultural diversity Lack of representation at City Council Flooding in Beachmont Need for affordable housing Traffic and a need for improved infrastructure Community events for the kids
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Shirley Ave Neighborhood, Revere
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 30, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are close to public transportation with access to Revere beach. There are 3 annual festivals: the Shirley Ave Cultural Festival, Khmer New Year, and the Moroccan Festival. In the last 5 years, private developers increased the housing stock but none are affordable for most of the working class and immigrant community. Some families live in crowded apartments along the commercial corridor while other parts of the neighborhood have new owners occupying single family homes. Revere Housing Authority and The Neighborhood Developers own most of the affordable housing. We have new neighbors who seek connection to the community through food but might feel disconnected socially.
Community Activities and Services
We have 3 organizations in this neighborhood that provide social and education services, citywide but 2 of the organizations have outgrown their space as the needs of the community have increased. There are minimal community accessible spaces that are welcoming to ALL residents.Revere Youth in Action - a youth organization seeking to empower youth and working in coalition for social and education justice Women Encouraging Empowerment - direct services provider focussing on empowering immigrant women and families CAPIC - Headstart programThere are also 2 parks in our neighborhood, 1 of which is the location of the summer free lunch program.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Over the last few decades, we experienced many waves of immigration from all over. Our neighborhood is the gateway for new residents from out of state and country. We find community through various shops and restaurants in the commercial corridor of Shirley Ave. In the last decade, more resources flowed into the community. It is a walkable neighborhood and offers a range of services such as a pharmacy, laundromats, convenience stores, etc.
Community Needs and Concerns
Gentrification. Displacement; Tenants rights; Loss of cultural diversity. Lack of representation at City Council. Increase public health resources for immigrant and low-income communities. We are united by the need to make Bell Circle pedestrian friendly.
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Immigrant Community of Revere
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 30, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Over the last decade, Revere’s population size has increased but what isn’t new is that Revere has always been a city of immigrants, some old, some new. We are united in our desires to access municipal resources in multiple languages. Some of us are renters and some of us are homeowners.Most of our immigrant community is concentrated in the Shirley Ave and Beachmont neighborhoods. We are a diverse intergenerational and multicultural community with various income ranges. Our people come from Central/South America, North Africa, Middle East, Southeast/South Asia, the Carribean, East Asia, and Europe.
Community Activities and Services
We come together through shared faith, cultural festivals/community gatherings, food and diverse commercial corridors. We value access to affordable healthy food, to healthcare centers that offer language access for patients, safe and clean neighborhoods, fully funded public education for our youth, and small business or entrepreneurial opportunities. We need more spaces for our Muslim community to convene.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Loss of local employers when Necco/Showcase/Suffolk Downs shut down and sold to new developers. We need good paying jobs that don’t exploit the working class community. We need access to affordable housing and pathways to homeownership. We need living wage job opportunities close by or near public transportation. Residents who don’t have a college degree must travel far to find jobs and require access to their own cars. We need resources to fund community based organizations and to grow our non-profit infrastructures
Community Needs and Concerns
We are united by our need for a significant improvement in infrastructure, as well as our desire to see a new high school and overall improvements to our youth’s recreational activities. We lack community spaces for all age groups with different abilities. We need a youth center like a YMCA We need a new high school, educators of color, social workers etc. We need more activities for families and an indoor park for winter. We need our legislators to pass the Work and Family Mobility Act. We need more MBTA buses in Ward 6. We are concerned about police in schools and not enough mental health resources. We are concerned that there is no BIPOC representation at City Council.
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Hispanic Community of New Bedford
July 30, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The area shows evidence of its French and Portuguese past, but is transitioning to more Hispanic immigrants. The area is heavily Catholic, and Portuguese feasts happen annually in this area, but there is a growing number of Hispanic Pentecostal churches. Hispanic immigrants in this area are mostly Central American.
Community Activities and Services
In this community of New Bedford, people gather at Riverside Park. Acushnet Avenue is populated with restaurants, churches, small shops. Ashley Blvd also has Hispanic restaurants, Keila's Place. The area around Achushnet Avenue has various Hispanic restaurants and shops. Particularly the North End area (Acushnet) is easily accessed by walking. Many pedestrians get to places by foot. In this area, Hayden McFadden School has a lot of Spanish-speaking families and hosts community dinners.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents of this area are employed by Joseph Abboud, various mills/industrial factories, construction work, and fish processing. Issues of lead paint in old tenement buildings.
Community Needs and Concerns
This area of the City has clusters of people more vulnerability, economically and with immigration status, than in other parts of New Bedford.
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South Central New Bedford
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 30, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community of New Bedford is predominantly Cape Verdean, with more recent immigration in the local public housing. Cape Verdean Creole is a prominent language spoken. Older historic homes are also in this area of the City. This area has Cape Verdean immigrants, some newer and some generational, who came to New Bedford with the whaling industry. Morris Twist Drill was a prominent employer, with the invention of the drill bit in New Bedford.
Community Activities and Services
In this particular COI, PACE Headstart is in this neighborhood. Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church is central to this part of the community. Montes Park and Gomes park are also social gathering spots, along with Dennison Memorial.
Economic or Environmental Interests
In this community of New Bedford, major employers include home cleaning services, fishing, construction/trade work. There are quite a bit of environmental concerns. Morris Twist Drill site is contaminated. Many of the homes in this area have lead paint, to a higher degree than the rest of the City.
Community Needs and Concerns
It's important to keep this community together, as evident in the cultural and historical bonds of this area.
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Jamaica Plain
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Wake up the Earth Festival, Lantern Festival at Jamaica Pond, Porchfest, Lilac Sunday at the Arboretum, LGBTQ+ bloc party / festival (Hyde Square), Thursdays on the Lawn at the Greenough, JP Flea, outdoor concerts and movies, fixit clinic, Queereoke at the Midway Fight to prevent 95 --> WUTE, BNJP to EFJP
Community Activities and Services
JP Library Branch, curtis hall, Arnold Arboretum, Jamaica Pond, SW Corridor, Forest Hills Cemetery, Spontaneous Celebrations, Franklin Park, Lorring Greenough, JP Health Center, Curley School, JFK School, Mission Hill School, Papercuts bookshop, Brookside Health Center, Video Underground, Buses 39 and 41, 34, and 35, 21, Orange Line (Stonybrook, Green St, Forest Hill), Commuter Rail (Needham line), Brewery, Bikes not Bomb, Midway
Economic or Environmental Interests
Employment: higher ed and K-12 ed teaching, baristas, food service and retail, nannies, grocery stores, retired. Environmental interests: lead pipes, drinking water (lead issue) in schools and homes, affordable food access, gas leaks, sea level rise, love of green space.
Community Needs and Concerns
Affordable housing, gentrification, commercial rents, local businesses pushed out by franchise, police violence, gun violence, parking, broken T, gas leaks, excessive towing.
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Mcknight
July 29, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Mcknight Neighborhood Council, Is an educated working class community with majority home owners. Is a mixed race community, Hispanics, African American and White.
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Brazilian COIs - Cape Cod
Brazilian Women's Group
Brazilian COIs in Massachussets
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Brazilian community is very connected by their language, food and products. They are very religious and use the churches as a important place to meet people, find help or food. There’s also a online radio station based in the Cape that help and inform immigrants. As said before, this new group of immigrants (that now are US citizens) could bring more diversity and opportunities to the Brazilian community, they probably will get more education than their parents and will invest in business or services in Cape cities. Their past is very similar and we can understand their willing to progress in the Cape Cod area.
Community Activities and Services
The Brazilian community in Cape Cod is smaller if we compare to other regions in MA. With this new government taking power we notice a new group of immigrants arriving, they are the children of older immigrants who have born in the Cape but have left to Brazil. Now this group is comming back to study and live in Cape Cod region, mostly teenagers, they now are students in public schools. Brazilian are distributed in Barnstable, Hyannis, Fallmouth, Orleans and Martha' Vineyard The immigrants see Cape Cod as tourist destination full work opportunities. The most common gathering places are Public Schools, restaurants, churches, little markets, car auto shop and the new help center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
This community work mostly in the service industry – restaurants, beauty salons, construction, etc. They also have several Family-owner business. The region economy is very dependent on tourism and during the winter season find work is a challenge for many immigrants.
Community Needs and Concerns
For the big part of immigrants documents are still a big issue, the fear exist and is part of their daily life. The driver’s license is an important topic as well, driving a car is crucial to work and live in the Cape, not been able to have a registration make life hard for so many immigrants. Climate change is real and a challenge for the Cape Cod region, lots of people could lose their Jobs and homes.
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Brazilian COIs - Everett
Brazilian Women's Group
Brazilian COIs in Massachussets
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Language, Religion, music, food and dance are the most important ways for this group to bond. Like others Brazilians in MA, the majority came from Minas Gerais State in Brazil. The Bakery, the Brazilian barbecue, te capoeira (tradition dance/fight) are important for that community to keep their traditions. Brazilian events such as music concerts and the Brazilian Independence day are very important to keep showing the importance of this community for Everett’s developing.
Community Activities and Services
The Brazilian community in Everett is one of the largest in MA, very conservative, very religious and less educated. The immigration wave Started in the 80’s and city keep receiving new immigrants till today. The evangelical church have a huge impact in this population and is a important space for the majority of Brazilians. The most common places are Churches, Public Schools, restaurants, little markets, car dealership, beauty salon, etc. Its important highlight that the biggest group of Brazilian business are in the main roads of the city. As a city of minorities these different groups of immigrants live together and are distributed in the hole city.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Entrepreneurship is a big characteristic in the Brazilian community, driving Broadway avenue we can see a big offer of Brazilian business and services. They also work in different fields such as domestic workers, beauty salons, restaurants, as social workers, translators, Uber drivers, etc. Construction is a big source of employment for this group.
Community Needs and Concerns
Representation is very important, many undocumented immigrants still think they are invisible to the government and are afraid to answer the Census, because of that Everett probably has more people than it seems and struggle during the pandemic. As a religious and conservative group it is a challenge to make they speak loud and be notice. It seems like Malden is very close and redistricting could put more liberal people from there in the Everett districts, that could change this scenario and bring more fair representation.
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Brazilian COIs - Framingham
Brazilian Women's Group
Brazilian COIs in Massachussets
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The first Brazilian immigrants that came to Framingham were drawn to the low rents and strong economic potential, allowing them to pursue new commercial activities or business ventures. Population loss in the 90s meant that newly arrived immigrants were able to create a strong community of their own while growing their businesses. Most of these immigrants come from the Minas Gerais region, which drives deeper bonds of unity among them. Following their lead, friends and family soon followed, resulting in an even larger and more tight-knit community.
Community Activities and Services
The highest concentration of Brazilian immigrants can be found in Framingham. The first wave began in the 80s-90s, but since the year 2000 there has been an influx in new arrivals. Around both the southern part of the city and Ashland, there are abundant Brazilian-owned businesses and services. This includes restaurants, accounting services, dentists, etc. It’s common to hear Portugese on the street; there is a strong sense of immigrant community here. Similar to other Brazilian communities in Massachusetts, community help centers and churches are of utmost importance. This includes places like The Brazilian American Center – BRACE, the Saint Tarcisius Parish, and the MAPS.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Brazilian community has created numerous family-owned businesses, but it also comprises a strong workforce in the restaurant industry, supermarkets, car dealerships, house cleaning services, etc. Most of them are employed and require a car to work. In general, the older immigrant population has a more stable life and livelihood. Many of these men work in construction, whether they’re employed by someone else or own their own business. Unemployment is a large concern for this group, particularly in the context of the pandemic. As more new immigrants arrive, increasing numbers of women and children have sought out assistance from the community help centers and churches.
Community Needs and Concerns
This community is concentrated around the southern areas of Framingham and Ashland, and they represent the largest group of Brazilian immigrants in the greater community. As a result, they hold distinct power as it relates to political organization and voting. They are a strong group and want to keep it that way. Stolen wages, uncompensated labor, and barriers to obtaining a driver’s license are the primary issues faced by the state’s growing population of Brazilians, both documented and undocumented. Lack of legal status leaves them in limbo. Additionally, immigrants with specialized skills - such as those who previously worked in the medical field - are forced to take on menial work.
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Brazilian COIs - Somerville
Brazilian Women's Group
Brazilian COIs in Massachussets
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The primary sources of community building are food, language, and Brazilian products. There are many Brazilian supermarkets in Somerville, as well as restaurants, beauty salons, capoeira and jiu-jitsu schools. These places serve to bring people together. It’s estimated that the majority of Brazilian immigrants come from Minas Gerais, an area rich in mica which was an important mineral for the United States during the war. Therefore, the exchange between Massachusetts and the Minas Gerais region has a long history and helps explain why so many Brazilians emigrated from the same place.
Community Activities and Services
The Brazilian community in Somerville comprises older immigrants who came to the Boston area in the 80’s-90’s, indicated by relative stability as well as age. Their children went through the public school system and now are graduating from university. The most common gathering places for this group are public schools, restaurants, jiu-jitsu and capoeira schools, neighborhood markets, car dealerships, etc. Sommerville boasts quality community centers and churches that are a safe place for immigrants to gather, for example: Scalabrini Cultural & Assistance Center, MAPS, Saint Anthony of Padua Church, Mira Coalition, Somerviva, etc. Brazilian Times, a Brazilian newspaper was found here too.
Economic or Environmental Interests
In Somerville, this group of older immigrants that created a community of family-owned and small businesses provided a support network to newly arrived friends, family, and other undocumented folks. The growing clientele led to even more growth and development for the small business sector. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in unexpected losses in traffic and revenue, leading to business closures.
Community Needs and Concerns
The extension of the Green line is a good example of the potential changes that could take place, not only for Brazilian businesses but also for the vulnerable immigrant community. An increase in rents could push them out toward more affordable areas.
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Brazilian COIs - Allston-Brighton
Brazilian Women's Group
Brazilian COIs in Massachussets
July 29, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community comprises older immigrants that started coming to the US in the 80’s and the subsequent generations. However, newly arrived immigrants are increasingly present in this community and have a hard time integrating. A common shared experience is that the majority of this group is undocumented. Language, music, and food are the primary pillars that create an instant bond. We can use the Brazilian Independence Day Festival at Soldiers Field as a great example of the power of community.
Community Activities and Services
The Brazilian community is more likely to be found at Little Brazilian markets, Brazilian shops, and bakeries. This neighborhood has different Immigrant Centers that help the majority of Brazilians such as the Brazilian Women's Group, Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers, Brazilian Work Center, Allston-Brighton Family Support Network, Allston Brighton Health Collaborative, etc. We could also say that churches are important sources of information that provide help to immigrants. The Saint Anthony Parish has a community center and offers services in Portuguese. The community uses public and private transportation; the area is served by bus lines 501, 57, 65, and train and subway.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Brazilian community is entrepreneurial and you can see them working across different fields. It is common for them to be domestic workers, beauty salons employees, and food service workers, as social workers, translators, Uber drivers, etc. Many Brazilians also work in trade and construction; they also work as painters, for siding and roofing companies, etc. Here, one of the most pressing issues is related to accidents in the workplace and barriers to fair wages and compensation.
Community Needs and Concerns
Fear is still a common emotion among the community. As we talk about immigration status and documented people, we can see the fear in their eyes. It’s clear that most of them want legal documentation status to start a new life; their biggest dream is to open their own business or go back to school, things that seem impossible without proper documentation. Another key problem is obtaining a driver’s license, as a majority of people have lost their jobs or need to use a car to work. This fact that immigrants cannot obtain a driver’s license is a pressing issue for many within the Brazilian community.
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Hispanic Community of New Bedford
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The primary language is Spanish and also some Kiche of the Guatemalan indigenous community. Every September there is a celebration for Salvadoran Independence Day in Riverside Park. New Bedford has experienced recent immigration from Guatamala and Honduras and El Salvador and Dominican Republic. Puerto Ricans also came in larger numbers after the hurricane. There is a mixture of status, with undocumented (Central Americans) and citizens (Puerto Ricans).
Community Activities and Services
The Hispanic community of New Bedford gathers in the 48 Hispanic churches of the City; sports fields such as Ashley Park on Rivet St, Mt. Pleasant St baseball field, park at Presidential Heights, and baseball fields of Buttonwood Park and the soccer fields of Riverside Park; and bars. House parties also occupy social time concentrated in public housing around the City.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Hispanic community works in factories and fish houses of the New Bedford port. Hispanic women tend to work as CNAs, housekeepers, and in supermarkets. Substandard housing is a concern among the Hispanic community, with poor conditions of rodents and code violations. Overcrowding is common in housing units. There are constant complaints about working conditions and the environment of the fish houses.
Community Needs and Concerns
Lack of access to needed services due to language barriers is a big problem. Lack of interpreters in all sectors (ex. waiting for over an hour for an interpreter in medical settings; being turned away from municipal services because of lack of interpreters; being told they cannot access job training programs or access to Dept of Children and Family Services due to lack of interpreters or Spanish speaking social workers. A general lack of access to health insurance due to immigration status. Mental health and substance abuse are also major concerns of this community, related to substandard living conditions and the acculturation stress (stress of living as a Hispanic in the US).
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Cape Verdean Community of New Bedford
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Cape Verdean community came to New Bedford through the whaling industry in the 1800s and founded the first Cape Verdean Catholic Church in the Americas, Our Lady of the Assumption. Generations continued to come to the area from the Cape Verde islands. Newer generations of Cape Verdeans continue to immigrate to New Bedford. The Ernestina is a historic ship that is anchored in the New Bedford port. Many sites in New Bedford are named after Cape Verdeans: Judge George Leighton US Post Office (Anglo-cized), Alfred J Gomes School, Joe Goncalves Way, Manuel Costa Street, Ben Rose Gardens, John B DeValles School. Representative Thomas Lopes was the first Cape Verdean State Representative.
Community Activities and Services
The Cape Verdean community of New Bedford socializes and gathers at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Parish, the Nazarene Church, the Bisca Club, the Cape Verdean American Veterans Association, Montes Park, and NAACP Center.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many Cape Verdean residents of New Bedford are currently employed at Joseph Abboud clothing manufacturing, Titleist, and in the healthcare industry (home health aides, nursing homes, St. Luke's Hospital), housekeeping, educators in the schools (teachers/administrators).
Community Needs and Concerns
New Bedford is home to newer waves of immigrants that still include Cape Verde but also Central America. English language needs of the community continue to grow. Despite the amount of immigrants, there is a need for more diversity in City leadership, in the school system, among small business owners. Much leadership is still White male. All 5 State representatives are White male. The leadership does not represent demographics of the City. New Bedford has historical significance as "the City who lit the world" with whale oil in the 1800s, a home to Frederick Douglass and Polly Johnson, and a part of the Underground Railroad, yet the current view of the City does not match in significance.
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Eastie
July 28, 2021
transportation housing voting rights environment
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is a gateway community that has seen skyrocketing rents and home prices, which has driven displacement to massive levels. Many people in the neighborhood practice Catholicism and identify as Christians. We have a lot of younger professionals that have moved into the neighborhood. Their has always been a strong immigrant presence in the neighborhood and many immigrants in the neighborhood lack status which puts many families in a difficult place.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of a diverse set of people with a strong Latinx and Italian American presence. Neighborhood residents of all backgrounds enjoy gathering in public park and use the local library. Our Saviour’s Lutheran Churched has served as a critical place for the neighborhood to gather. It currently houses the community soup kitchen, anti-displacement, work safety and other organizations and services.
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community has many people working in restaurant and hospitality. Relying on public transportation to get them to and from work. It is also next to the airport which brings air quality problems to the neighborhood.
Community Needs and Concerns
Our community is currently in one district and it would be great to keep the community that way.
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Auburndale (Newton)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mix of immigrants - Russian, Chinese, Korean - but no obvious predominant group Newton historical buildings are located in Auburndale, older part of town
Community Activities and Services
Affordable housing La Salle Village and La Salle college are near Auburndale - younger families buy entry-level homes. Library
Economic or Environmental Interests
Smaller lots, older homes, which are getting converted into multifamily housing and condos (rather than conversion into mansions) More transience and turnover Densely populated
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Auburndale (Newton)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mix of immigrants - Russian, Chinese, Korean - but no obvious predominant group Newton historical buildings are located in Auburndale, older part of town
Community Activities and Services
Affordable housing La Salle Village and La Salle college are near Auburndale - younger families buy entry-level homes. Library
Economic or Environmental Interests
Smaller lots, older homes, which are getting converted into multifamily housing and condos (rather than conversion into mansions) More transience and turnover Densely populated
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Oak Hill (Newton)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Built after WWII, smaller lots, abuts the Lebanon Cemetery Many American veterans who have lived in this area for a long time and inherited their homes from their parents Many blue collar non-ethnic minorities and immigrants
Community Needs and Concerns
No good public transportation Access to good schools Isolated from the rest of Newton and underrepresented
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Nonantum (Newton)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Immigrants in Nonantum - historically Italian and lots of Italian traditions, lots of newer AAPI immigrants Sometimes called Newton's North End (Italian bakery, diners, sub shops, etc.)
Community Activities and Services
Korean church - close to Brighton, where there are a lot AAPI centers Easy access to services in Newton Highlands, cultural support
Community Needs and Concerns
Blue collar workers Newer Asian immigrants want quality schools
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Vietnamese Community - Dorchester
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Vietnamese community in Boston Many people moved in the aftermath of the war Small businesses
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Fall River Indigent Immigrant Community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made up of indigent recent immigrants and their families (immigrating within the last 25 years), who have settled in or near Fall River, Massachusetts. It comprises people of many ethnic groups but especially people form Portugal (often the Azores), and, to a lesser extent Cambodia, Vietnam, and Central America.
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Latinx Community
LATINX COMMUNITY CENTER FOR EMPOWERMENT - LCCE INC
Lowell Maps
July 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The city of Lowell prides itself in its immigrant history. Since it’s inception, Lowell has welcomed immigrants from all over Europe. The ethnic make up of the city has changed over the years for now most incoming immigrants come from the Region of Latin America and the continent of Africa.
Community Activities and Services
Parks, Catholic Church (St. Patrick’s) and super markets (Market Basket).
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most undocumented immigrants work outside of their cities of residence due to the irregularity of their jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Latinx, Black and Asian communities are not homogenous. The individuality within each subgroup and community member should be acknowledged and understood.
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LCCE
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
We are a community that speak spanish regardless of their country of origin.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made of Latinx from different countries who volunteer at LCCE.
Economic or Environmental Interests
I'm fortunate enough to work in Lowell.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is very diverse in population, we live in different neighborhoods.
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Chelsea
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Much of Chelsea and this region use social services such as food distribution, immigration support, emergency housing support, housing case management, and workforce development services.
Community Activities and Services
Much of Chelsea and this region share Latin American culture and history. Shared language and immigration status.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Much of Chelsea and this region have a high percentage of residents that work in the food service and hospitality industries. Many part-time and seasonal employees. Generally low-income community. Many are forced to sublease because they cannot afford rent in now-gentrified neighborhoods.
Community Needs and Concerns
The community is united by its need for affordable housing, rent control, increased social services, and increased funding for public infrastructure and education. Community was particularly impacted by community spread of COVID-19.
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Admiral's Hill
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Community Activities and Services
This area relies less on social services than the rest of Chelsea, including voting access, immigration support, food distribution, workforce development, and emergency housing support.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Based on demographics, this area appears to generally have a higher income and higher rate of homeownership than the rest of the Chelsea area.
Community Needs and Concerns
This area has a lower need for affordable housing, rent control, tenants rights, immigration support, and workforce development.
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Holyoke Community College Area
July 27, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This Community is of working class. There is a Mix of Hispanics, African American and White
Community Activities and Services
This Community has an Elementary school, There is also The Holyoke Pediatrics, also the Holyoke Community College and The Ashley Reservoir
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Ashley Reservoir is the secondary drinking supply for the city of Holyoke
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Parker Street Community
July 27, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many Spanish speaking Latinx families. Many languages due to diversity.
Community Activities and Services
The community is very diverse -- Black and Latinx. Very nice neighbors and community in general. Some retired folks with children of all ages. Some families in need of larger homes. Many young children.
Community Needs and Concerns
Noise pollution and dirt bikes (city-wide issue). Lots of police due to noise complaints but the noise can be very offensive to the community. The dirt bikers speed on the street too much and there are many accidents on Parker St.
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LynnWoods (Lynn)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Lynn Woods: they have labeled themselves as Wonderful Ward 1, and because they're so wonderful they get everything they want. There is a lot of economic development happening there. Many of the City Hall Committee people are from there. Their garbage gets picked up first day, first hour each week. Highest voting turnout in the city, and most affluent.
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The Highlands (Lynn)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Community Activities and Services
The Highlands: working class and low-income community. Primarily made up of renters, and the housing is dense and often low-quality. Low voting turnout community. High percentage of immigrants. Even the small few who own have been losing their homes due to economic hardship.
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Lynnway (Lynn)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Lynnway: one of the oldest and most recognized streets in Lynn. There is a supermarket, Price Chopper, where low-income folks primarily shop. There are other services for low-income people. Pathfinder is a nonprofit based on the Lynnway that provides ESL classes. New American Center provides citizenship classes. Department of Mental Health and Child Services also on the Lynnway. The waterfront is where many in the homeless community sleep, more than 500 living in this area. There's conversations about development in this area, and concerns about flooding and no parking in the residences.
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Union Street (Lynn)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 27, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Union Street: many shelters and a homeless community along Union Street. Also has the Lynn Community Health Center, which provides healthcare to many of the folks in the homeless community. It also serves vets and other low-income folks in the area. It is a gathering point for people in Lynn, is the most recognized street of the city. Many Latinx business owners whose businesses are there. Many elderly residents live in this area also, and the Greater Lynn Elder Services office is there also.
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Waldeck community
July 27, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Large Vietnamese community Many different languages Immigrant community
Community Activities and Services
Supermarkets viet-Aid Dorchester art center NE4J Barbershops Schools Gyms
Economic or Environmental Interests
Restaurant Supermarket Retail Coffee shops School Airport
Community Needs and Concerns
Crime Drug abuse More programs Places for folks to sit and relax
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Bell Rock - Malden
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
One of the first Chinese laundries on Main St
Community Activities and Services
Some stores. Used to have some factories.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Within walking distance to the T Station. Limited new development, but some condos. Busy thoroughfare that goes to Everett.
Community Needs and Concerns
Affordable housing in this area is a need, although that's true for all of Malden.
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Maplewood (Malden neighborhood)
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 26, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Shopping district called Maplewood Square, surrounded by churches, very residential Always associated with Malden
Economic or Environmental Interests
Strong business area
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Tokeneke Holyoke Community
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This is a Low income Housing community, Majority of the population in this area are hispanics, African American. Families and Elderly live in this community.
Community Activities and Services
This Community has a Big shopping Center Called Holyoke Mall Ingleside, There is an Elementary school, and a Few nursing homes, Baystate Health Behavioral Center, Another big retail shops called Kmart Plaza
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Springdale Holyoke
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community is mixed. White, Latinos and some African America. This is middle and working class community
Community Activities and Services
Springdale Park where the PR Parade is hosted every year. Dean Tech High school,
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lower part of holyoke
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
biggest latino community in western Mass majority puertorican. alot of small business are own by P.O.C and bodega or "corner stores" are owned by Dominicans. around 90% of people talk spanish. holyoke has alot of low income housing community and working class community just slightly over poverty. a new community of undocumented immigrants is starting to move there .
Community Activities and Services
Holyoke mall, Kmart plaza
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Denisse's Neighborhood
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This community and surrounding areas all gather for the 4th of July Fireworks at Szot Park.
Community Activities and Services
This Community in Chicopee Borders Springfield. It is a very Diverse POC, Example Hispanics, Portuguese, and very few African Americans.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Chicopee has a few Latin restaurants like Sabor Latino and Sazon Latino. Big Elderly Community. This community has a big working class group.
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POC Small Businesses
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Latinx, Pakistani, Indian, Iraqi, other POC communities. Lots of Asian and Italian communities around Elm St. Working class. Lots of POC-run small businesses
Community Activities and Services
The Islamic Society of Western Massachusetts is located in this area. Josiah Day House Museum; Urgent Care venue.
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Chicopee POC Community
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many Catholic churches; lots of Latinx moving here and building communities; growing poc community in general; 4A has Latinx; Chicopee has a big Russian community; Chicopee Falls is mostly African American; middle/working class
Community Activities and Services
Supermarket where a lot of different poc communities shop
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Forest Park
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This is a diverse community -- Vietnamese refugees, Hispanics, Somali-Bantu refugee community. Small businesses owned by those communities.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Working class and low income families
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Shelburne Falls
July 26, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is fairly white, but more people of color have been moving to the area. There are people of all ages and backgrounds.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of a lot of artists who live around the Deerfield River. People tend to gather in restaurants or artisan shops in town, as well as a local Farmer's Market in the summers. Most people get healthcare in the surrounding towns.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There are a lot of independent artists and restaurants that have struggled since COVID, and the community heavily relies on money from tourists during the Fall and Summer. Most residents must find employment outside of the town.
Community Needs and Concerns
My community is basically made up of two sections of town on opposite sides of the Deerfield River. The Buckland side is made up of lower-middle class families, while the Shelburne side is made up of wealthier families.
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Roxbury mapathon 13
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Franklin Field, Carver Lodge
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lack of representation
Community Needs and Concerns
Family oriented
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Roxbury mapathon 12
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
History, pride, artists, and cultural institutions
Community Activities and Services
Mostly in District 7; across the city of Boston; word of mouth, in the community, mostly outside
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Roxbury mapathon 11
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Appreciation of the Vietnamese community, the ethnic diversity, the local businesses.
Community Activities and Services
Fields Corner shops and library. Hemenway Park. MBTA: Fields Corner, Shawmut stations. Dorchester Art Project.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lack of tree cover. Auto emissions from 93.
Community Needs and Concerns
Politicians should know that people want to be able to stay in Dorchester. We need more housing at all price points.
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Roxbury mapathon 10
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
English, Cape Verdean Immigrants
Community Activities and Services
Target, McDonalds, health clinic
Economic or Environmental Interests
Unemployment problem, Boston Downtown area, Fields Corner
Community Needs and Concerns
Access to city government info, housing, jobs
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Roxbury mapathon 9
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Community Activities and Services
People in my community (Hyde Park) gather in Cleary Square where many shops and restaurants can be found. There's also a library, community center, and YMCA in the Square as well. We mainly use the MBTA.
Economic or Environmental Interests
A lot of people in my community own/work at small businesses, restaurants, or retail stores.
Community Needs and Concerns
Parts of Hyde Park have been bunched up into Mattapan when redistricting happens, so it would be nice if Hyde Park could still stay separate.
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Roxbury mapathon 8
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Charles Street AME
Community Activities and Services
Church/Charles Street AME Court system Roxbury and Dorchester
Economic or Environmental Interests
How the criminal justice system disrupts/intersects with success to housing, jobs, and stabilization of community
Community Needs and Concerns
Jobs and affordable housing
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Roxbury mapathon 7
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Many religions; people of different, diverse backgrounds; Black, Latino, Asian, immigrant Europeans; we share history as poor/working people; old and young, documented and undocumented; people with creativity
Community Activities and Services
People gather at Nubian Square, at shopping centers, libraries, open-public parks and sprinklers, schools, and restaurants. People use public transit and cars to access services.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Local bodegas, restaurants, auto-shops, public transit, public safety; city of Boston workers, parks, janitor services; lots of worry about asthma and gun violence
Community Needs and Concerns
We need more money funding for programs and capital projects. We need better jobs, workfore development, access to fairlending, and targeted public health initiatives.
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Roxbury mapathon 6
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The South End is/was the most diverse neighborhood in Boston, which brought many people from various backgrounds, races, ethnicities together. Anyone from the Old South End share many stories, history and fond memories.
Community Activities and Services
Harriet Tubman House. In the South End there are buses and trains. It is very accessible.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed all over Boston
Community Needs and Concerns
1) The South End was once celebrated for its diversity. The South End is becoming more and more less diverse. 2) Housing is becoming more and more expensive. 3) All voices should be heard and considered.
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Roxbury mapathon 5
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Historic districts
Community Activities and Services
Parks, churches, T-stop (Roxbury Crossing) Station is the main transportation, and Nubian square.
Community Needs and Concerns
Main concern is gentrification
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Roxbury mapathon 4
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Chinese Diaspora, urban geography (part of neighborhood character), working class/lower income relative to adjacent areas
Community Activities and Services
City Hall geographically near, BPL Chinatown, Tufts Medical. Variety of community-based businesses and organizations contribute to social fabric
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most egregious urban heat island in Boston, most polluted area of city (heavily impacted by turnpike), little greenspace
Community Needs and Concerns
Chinatown-Bay Village heavily impacted by gentrification, environmental pressure, and need for more equitable public and social health infrastructure
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Roxbury mapathon 3
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Church groups
Community Activities and Services
Nubian Square, Boston Medical Center, DTA Office-Housing, Food
Economic or Environmental Interests
Unemployment problem and underpaid problem; most are unemployed or underemployed
Community Needs and Concerns
They should not segregate amongst the Boston community. Roxbury, Dorchester, and Mattapan services more people of color.
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Roxbury mapathon 2
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Church
Community Activities and Services
Hyde Community Center
Economic or Environmental Interests
Government, healthcare, and self-employment
Community Needs and Concerns
Community needs increase security/policing
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Adams and North Adams
July 22, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lower income communities in Northern Berkshire County
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Pittsfield Morningside and Westside
July 22, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
The Morningside and West Side neighborhoods have lower incomes and higher BIPOC and immigrants.
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Roxbury mapathon 1
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
African American, Latinx, mixed age groups, English is predominant language
Community Activities and Services
Health center; Latin Academy concerns about test admissions; community wanted to expand Roxbury health services
Economic or Environmental Interests
Not sure, might be most work outside Roxbury community--MBTA, city services?
Community Needs and Concerns
Concern over displacement, being priced out of homes
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Brothers Building
July 22, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Preservation of cultural and historic sites/landmarks and true History of The Black Diaspora.
Community Activities and Services
My community cares for Book Drives, Workforce Development Trainings, Youthful Skilled Building, Health Wellness Spaces, Wellness Gardens, Mental Health Triages, etc.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Youth Drive/Focused Entrepreneurship Programs, Subsidized commercial real estate and housing
Community Needs and Concerns
Health Food Options, Restructuring Police, Racism and White supremacy.
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157 & Erie Ellington
July 21, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
-HIbernia hall -hair salons -art centersStrong history of neighborhood associations
Community Activities and Services
-hair salons -babershops -community meetings -nail salons -church -computer center -library supermarketMany of our residents receive health services at BMC and the Codman Health Center CSNDC meetings
Economic or Environmental Interests
-heath center -schools -restaurants -retailconcerns -crime -noise -Businesses taking community parking
Community Needs and Concerns
the community needs more safe recreational spaces protection
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West Roxbury
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 21, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
West Roxbury is predominantly Roman Catholic, white with English as the primary language. There are several Roman Catholic churches that are attended by large groups of people. There is also a Reconstructionist synagogue that has members from West Roxbury but also neighboring communities. There is some diversity in the community as well, represented in the three BPS elementary schools in the neighborhood. One of the biggest and most important areas in West Rox is Millenium Park, it is a place where many many people gather, walk their dogs, fly kites, ride bikes, etc..
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of many places to gather Centre St. is the main road coming through the neighborhood and is full of shops, the local grocery store, several independently owned restaurants, local toy store, a local hardware store, a local bike shop, doggie day care, several nail salons. We also have a recently renovated YMCA that is a center of activity. Another spot where LOTS of people gather are several local ball fields, playgrounds and of course Millenium Park There are also many people who attend local catholic churches, Holy Name and St Theresa's are the largest.
Economic or Environmental Interests
West Roxbury has a high percentage of police and fire fighters from the city of Boston. We also have lots of Nurses, Doctors and teachers here as well. Many people work in downtown Boston and commute via the commuter rail of which there are three stops in West Roxbury. There are local concerns( and citywide) about the local Quarry and the recent gas pipeline that was laid under the street right through the center of the neighborhood. With the large blasts happening in the quarry daily people fear explosions that would be catastrophic. On another note, the community is very proud of the creation of Millenium park, from it's former role as city dump!
Community Needs and Concerns
This district is just strange, that he has so many suburbs and just parts of the city. It doesn't make much sense to me!
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Washington Colombia I & II
July 20, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
-Hibernia Hall is a historical location close to our neighborhood -Charles Church AME is a historical church in Boston -large Cape Verdean Community -different languages, spanish and portuguese -large immigrant population -large African american community
Community Activities and Services
-schools -supermarkets -health center -restaurants -churches -libraries -parks
Economic or Environmental Interests
-supermarkets -food banks -uber -lyft transportation -retail schools-Concerns -crime -air pollution -noise level
Community Needs and Concerns
-more jobs -low income housing safe places to socialize -more after school options for kids
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Immigrants of Somerville
July 20, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Immigrant community, primarily low-income, most of whom looking for access to better services and economic mobility, and learn english. Mostly spanish and Brazilian- Portuguese speaking.
Community Activities and Services
Shopping areas: Davis sq, Assembly Row***, Union Square.Services - local hospitals, school system, several churches, broadway health center, welcome project english classes
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many are low-wage workers and many live by 1-2 highways and it is a huge concern, due to pollution, noise and dangerous intersections to walk across.
Community Needs and Concerns
Immigration + pathway to citizenship, better paying jobs, better outcomes for immigrant children and people of color. And safety.
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Worcester Burmese Community
July 20, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The Burmese community started to move to Worcester around 2010 from refugee camps from Burma, Thailand and Malaysia. Languages: Burmese, Karen, Karenni, Chin. Religion is fairly wide from Buddhism, Christian, Catholic, Muslim. Many families are starting to leave Worcester because the rent is too expensive and impossible to buy a home. Many want to live where there's a bigger Burmese community and resources. Many people are ELL and often don't speak much English so spaces don't feel accessible to them (libraries, schools, etc).
Community Activities and Services
Groceries and shopping: Walmart, Mekong International Market, Price Rite. Church: Worcester Baptist Church and Blessed Sacrament Church. Parks: Crystal Park and Camp St Park (also has community garden).
Economic or Environmental Interests
Often families average income is $30k-40k with roughly 3-5 people. In the beginning of the migration over, many Burmese folks were in the restaurant industry. Now it has shifted to working in a factory 48forty Solution (in Westborough), TJ Maxx, cleaning companies. Often they have to go outside of Worcester to find jobs.
Community Needs and Concerns
-Worried that both parents are working so much to survive therefore the family/children don't have their presence around impacting the relationships and future of their children. (Capitalism) -Youth not going to college because their children have not had higher education. Limited access. Youth often end up working to support the family at an early age and don't get to focus on their future. - More free/ low cost entertainment spaces. Many in their community facing depression/ mental health but just stay at home because there's no healthy spaces or outlets. - There should be more job opportunities in Worcester.
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Enroot Student Community - DRAFT
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 19, 2021
Community Activities and Services
The Enroot community has a shared interest in supporting immigrant students. All of our students attend Somerville or Cambridge public high schools.
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Underrepresented community of New Bedford
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 19, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
This area of New Bedford is increasingly diverse. It has a shared Portuguese history, with immigrants from Portugual, particularly the Azores. Cape Verdean immigrants also have a shared history with the whaling and fishing industry rooted in New Bedford. New Bedford was called "The City that Lit the World", with whaling oil sent globally. Newer immigrant communities from Guatamela and additional Central American countries, Haiti, Dominican Republic compose a growing number percentage of the population. Portuguese Feasts happen such as the Day of Portugal, the Cape Verdean Independence Day festivities. Our Lady of the Assumption is the first Cape Verdean Catholic Parish in North America.
Community Activities and Services
This area of New Bedford has gathering spaces in parks such as Montes Park, Harrington Park, Hazelwoord Park along with the beaches, along with the Cape Verdean Veterans Hall, Doug's House of Harmony. The downtown areas is also included with recreation and arts activities, along with the Boys & Girls Club and Dennison Memorial. Churches also remain a central gathering spot, particularly Catholic Churches, with a growing presence of immigrant independent Protestant churches.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Major employers in the areas include the Acushnet Company/Titleist, Joseph Abboud clothing company, and the fishing industry such as the Blue Harvest Fisheries. New Bedford remains the number one fishing port in the United States. Many people are also employed by the City of New Bedford within this district and SouthCoast Health (St. Luke's Hospital), and the downtown district (restaurants, museums, etc)
Community Needs and Concerns
New Bedford has 5 different state representatives, in a population of 100,000. Some of them do not always represent the communities' needs and views in favor of surrounding cities and towns that tend to be White and wealthier. There is interest by City leaders in increasing the district's tourism and attracting residents from Boston to live in the City. However this is resulting in gentrification and increased costs of living, particularly with housing.
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Community of growing immigrants at Braintree
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 19, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Braintree is also a very diverse community where immigration population is high. There are 2 Asian buddhas temples in Braintree serving the surrounding towns Asian buddisms signifying the demand and religion of the population.
Community Activities and Services
The immigrant population in Braintree is growing. The Asian Community is currently 13.8%, and continues to grow. One contributing factor to the growing population could be attributed to the fact that many families living in Quincy tend to move towards Braintree for a more family oriented community, good schools, and convenient location. Families in Braintree and Quincy have similar values such as a good education, a focus on extracurricular activities, preserving or learning a second language, and a good environment for their children.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed in surrounding towns, cities, and areas and Greater Boston. Some are also employed or business owners in surrounding states such as Rhode Island. Similar to Quincy the majority of the Braintree community are blue-collar workers and part of the working class.
Community Needs and Concerns
QARI and ACDC have expanded the civic engagement work to the Braintree area since a couple years ago, our phone banking effort had reached out to the Braintree Asian community for census 2020 and the presidential election.
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Mattapan, Jamaica Plain and Dorchester
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Youth Builders - non-profit she works with
Economic or Environmental Interests
Worried about crime, poor housing conditions
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Haitian American
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Haitian American Community
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Latinx Community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
South End Community Ctr
Community Activities and Services
Latinx community
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JP, Dorchester, Roslindale
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is mostly Spanish speaking
Economic or Environmental Interests
Gun violence is a concern
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Mission Hill and Jamiaca Plain and Roxbury
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Latinx group Spanish speaking
Community Activities and Services
South End Church community and Emmanuel Gospel Center
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Mildred Hailey apartments and Jamaica Plain
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is some of the people who live in the Mildred Hailey Apts and my family who is scattered into Brockton and Taunton
Economic or Environmental Interests
I am a PCA and my clients are within the walkable community. I shop next door. Has no car
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Jamaica Plain, Roxbury and Mission Hill
July 15, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community goes to church in John Eliot Square in Roxbury
Economic or Environmental Interests
I shop at places I can mostly walk to
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KCA Keeping Codman Affordable
July 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
-Variety of cultures -Juneteenth -Malcolm X home historical location -Hibernia Hall -African American History museum -shared history of dealing with slavery -Frederick Douglass West End -The Mather Elementary School-oldest elementary school in the country -MLK attended BU -Correta Scott King lived in Boston -Trotter Institute -Franklin Park -Beacon Hill -Minister Farakan lived in Boston
Community Activities and Services
-churches -community centers -public parks -library -supermarkets -Hair and nail salons -barbershop -community meetings -health centers -schools -YMCA -Boys and Girls Club -Fitness Centers -City Hall -State House -VA services
Economic or Environmental Interests
-schools -real estate -retail -BPS school principal -teachers -school department -UPS -Amazon -Fed Ex -Post office -Uber -Lyft-Dorchester has a high level of gas leaks -winter months- concerns around snow removal -restaurant workers/essential workers -Boston is still not at 15 an hour -not enough open spaces/community gardens -more people are homeless -uptick in drug use in the streets
Community Needs and Concerns
--Dorchester has a high level of gas leaks -winter months- concerns around snow removal -restaurant workers/essential workers -Boston is still not at 15 an hour -not enough open spaces/community gardens -more people are homeless -uptick in drug use in the streets -not enough affordable housing -high level of evictions -the AMI and the impact on community of color -not enough solar energy -storm drains get backed up a lot -contaminated waters -fixing the $8 dollars -addressing the wealth gap -our community wants to own homes but the banks does not work with community -lack of enforcement of housing laws -redlining -Black business ownership -making ownership affordable
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Wishing Well
July 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
our area is predominantly Portuguese so we get to enjoy plenty feasts, also predominantly catholic but there is a variety of small nondenominational churches to. We also have a beautiful bike/ walking path Heritage and Bicentennial parks
Community Activities and Services
my community access multiple programs such as parks provide sports for children , I myself use public transportation to take me around the city. Government center, library and MassHire provides access to information of what is available. also all is easily accessible on line.
Economic or Environmental Interests
we are a low economic , minimum wage area, high unemployment. most have to travel a distance for decent wage or work more than one job to support family
Community Needs and Concerns
We need better public transportation, easily accessible to other towns to find work other than New Bedford. We are trapped. We can't go any further looking for work. Our community is not flourishing like it should. My other concern is the homeless. You might as well say we don't have a shelter because it only about 10 but we have over 300 homeless roaming our city. where are they sleeping?
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Sistas Circle
July 13, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
-Boston was the home of Malcolm X -Harriet Tubman lived in the South End -Various people from the African Diaspora -Hibernia Hall -First Church of Roxbury -Bruce Boling Building
Community Activities and Services
-church -gyms -Sistas Circle -UCB -Community Centers -library -MFA -The Black Market
Economic or Environmental Interests
-schools -health centers -learning centers -library - Attucks -Restaurants -our community is struggling. the inequality is real -churches -unemployment is high -Franklin Park is a wonderful community but gentrification is making the space tense -our community is congested which makes the air quality not so good -our elders need more support to move around in the community
Community Needs and Concerns
-healthier food choices. better supermarket. fresh vegetables -community center in the groove hall area. young people need a place to go. -safety for the young children -friendly police officers in the neighborhood -places for families and men to go to -development for the community. The places that are being built are not for us. we cannot afford these spaces
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Environmental Justice Community in Chelsea
July 13, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
Chelsea, MA is located next to the airport, the Tobin Bridge, and is home to the New England Produce Center and Salt Piles, and houses 100% of Logan Airport's Jetfule which means there are thousands of trucks going in and out of our city each day bringing necessities to the rest of Massachusetts. This all contributes pollution and diesel particulate matter into our air, and affecting our resident's health outcomes. Chelsea has the highest asthma hospitalization rates in the state, and amongst the highest rates of heart disease, stroke, and chronic illness.
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Camberville professional
State Voices
Massachusetts
July 13, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community is people who live in a walkable area. I walk or bicycle to work, the grocery store, shops, friends, recreation.
Economic or Environmental Interests
One of my main concerns is housing prices. I have been a long-term renter, but I recently entered into a tenancy-in-common with a friend because we could not afford separate housing. We do not live in detached, single-family housing.I am a professional for a biotech company in Cambridge, and I would like to not displace any low-income residents just by being here.
Community Needs and Concerns
I would like to keep the dense, walkabout, renter-heavy, multi-family areas of Somerville and Cambridge in the same district.
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Reading plus
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 12, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Reading MA and a neighboring town such as Wakefield with similar needs, interests, and characteristics.
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Big Latino community from Holyoke and Chicopee
July 9, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Holyoke has the biggest latino community in Western Mass, Chicopee has a growing latino community in the area that borders with South Holyoke. The majority of the immigrants here are from the Caribbean and age approximately 30-45 years old.
Community Activities and Services
This two communities are 5 minutes away. They share the same language, religions and ethnicity. The community visits the same health center for health care.
Economic or Environmental Interests
There's a big Low income community that lives at public housing. The Latino working class from NYC and other State are moving and buying houses in this areas.
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Whittier Street Health Center Community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 8, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is made of African Americans, Latinx, Asians, immigrant groups from African, South and Central America, Caribbean Islands, and Asia. The immigrants are proud of their culture as the acculturate in the US. Approximately 25% of our patients are undocumented including families with children living in poverty. We serve large Christian and Muslim patient based, with strong values and rich arts and culture. They are young families with about 10% being seniors.
Community Activities and Services
My community is made up of residents from diverse backgrounds who utilize local small businesses, the stores at the South Bay Mall, faith institutions in Roxbury including the Islamic Center of Boston and several churches, and socialize in parks and libraries. Most depend on public transportation and receive their health care from Whittier Street Health Center and other community healthcare centers.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Roxbury is an urban neighborhood with exposure to environmental issues.
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing insecurity is a major issue in Boston! Other social determinants of health in my neighborhood are access to healthcare, jobs and employment, good public schools, transportation, and access to healthy foods.
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South End
July 8, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mixed community. Latinx, African American and Italian American Community. Lots of Small businesses like Pizza shops and Bodegas. Italian Community Center and Italian Catholic Church. MGM Casino, Rescue Mission Homeless Shelter
Community Activities and Services
This community has a big public housing. South End Community Center that has a park, where lots of kids play. South End Middle School. First Cemetery in Springfield
Economic or Environmental Interests
Low income community and Working Class.
Community Needs and Concerns
Known to have an Asthma Problem
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Fields Corner Diverse Community
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 8, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Huge Vietnamese population, area now called Little Saigon, there are also many Cape Verdeans, Haitians & some Latinx too.
Community Activities and Services
Shopping center, town field, Ronan park, T station, boys & girls club, family & youth center, restaurants, bars.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Well, we live in a heat island, the lack of trees is astounding & makes it extremely difficult to get relief from the heat & humidity, certain streets have no trees at all. We are in a climate emergency & not enough is being done to address it. Also the garbage & lack of composting creates lots of rats & mice in the neighborhood, folks leave scraps of food out everywhere thinking to help the animals but it doesn't.
Community Needs and Concerns
So there is a big divide between those on the 'hill's vs those us who aren't. And the places w/ money are Popes Hill, Jones Hill, Ashmont Hill, Codman Hill, Neponset Hill, Savin Hill have all the best everything. The amount of new housing being built is not for us, we can't afford these bright, shiny, new apt/condos. They have to consider where the people who live in apt building or triple deckers are not making six figure salaries & can't manage moving when rents get jacked up either. Housing is a human right.
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Roslindale
July 7, 2021
Community Activities and Services
My community has a strong identification with business district. Showed support keeping businesses, restaurants alive through pandemic. Treasure the unique businesses, ethnic markets. Active friends of the library group.. very popular farmers market Saturday mornings
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Community of the growing Asian immigrants
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 6, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
As Weymouth's immigrant population is growing, residents travel to Braintree or Quincy to participate in multi-cultural events, grocery shopping, and dining. While they have access to the two temples in Braintree and the one in Quincy Point, they lack diverse cultural resources of their own in their town.
Community Activities and Services
Like Braintree and Quincy, Weymouth also has a diverse community. Based on the 2010 census, of 53,743 people, The racial makeup of the city was 82.7% White, 5.2% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 5.7% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 0.6% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.1% of the population. Weymouth also has the 10th highest Irish population in the United States. Like Quincy and Braintree, residents take pride in homeownership. Survey shows 64% housing units were owner-occupied and 35% of housing units were renter-occupied. Families in Quincy, Braintree, and Weymouth are blue collar and working class. Most have strong f
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents in Weymouth continue to show similarities in this aspect to residents of Quincy and Braintree. Many are working class families with both parents working. Some work in offices, construction, while others in restaurants, food services, or other types of services. Again, seeing similar impacts of COVID.
Community Needs and Concerns
QARI’s youth program includes students from Weymouth Highschool and offers scholarships to Weymouth Public High School Seniors. QARI has also delivered food boxes to Braintree and Weymouth.
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Community of the growing immigrants.
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
July 6, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Braintree is also a very diverse community where immigration population is high. There are 2 Asian buddhas temples in Braintree serving the surrounding towns Asian buddisms signifying the demand and religion of the population.
Community Activities and Services
The immigrant population in Braintree is growing. The Asian Community is currently 13.8%, and continues to grow. One contributing factor to the growing population could be attributed to the fact that many families living in Quincy tend to move towards Braintree for a more family oriented community, good schools, and convenient location. Families in Braintree and Quincy have similar values such as a good education, a focus on extracurricular activities, preserving or learning a second language, and a good environment for their children.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Residents are employed in surrounding towns, cities, and areas and Greater Boston. Some are also employed or business owners in surrounding states such as Rhode Island. Similar to Quincy the majority of the Braintree community are blue-collar workers and part of the working class.
Community Needs and Concerns
QARI and ACDC have expanded the civic engagement work to the Braintree area since a couple years ago, our phone banking efford had reached out to the Braintree Asian community for census 2020 and the presidential election.
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New Bedford northern tip
Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
July 2, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
The community is mostly white and well-established. Families who used to live in more congested areas of the city move to this community when they achieve economic success.
Community Activities and Services
The community is primarily residential with single-family homes on larger lots, mostly owner-occupied. Some are (or originally were) summer homes around Sassaquin Pond.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Economic justice concerns affecting much of New Bedford do not affect this community.
Community Needs and Concerns
If New Bedford must be divided among more than two legislative districts, this is the area that logically should be joined with suburban towns to the north, west, or east.
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State Voices
Massachusetts
June 30, 2021
Community Activities and Services
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Isla de East Boston
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 28, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
This community lives around Maverick Station. The community has been displaced by gentrification. Many are in a shared socioeconomic bracket. Many work in the service industry. They are predominantly Spanish-language speakers. They have shared environmental concerns about a new station proposed for Chelsea/East Boston.
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Mattapan
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 28, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Mattapan Health Center and Mattapan ABCD are community centers. The community meets at the Mattapan Library. The neighborhood is primarily West Indian/Caribbean. There was a "white flight" around the 1970s/80s. There is a sizable Haitian population.
Community Activities and Services
Greater Mattapan Neighborhood Association operates in this area, and is a fairly new organization (about 3 years old).
Economic or Environmental Interests
There is a lot of construction in the community, and concern about the Mattapan MBTA, with people concerned about it being a for gentrification.
Community Needs and Concerns
The Mildred Avenue school has been a place where voting occurs. There's a pilot school where the community gathers as well.
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Mapa de East Boston
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 25, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Latinos, Salvadorenos, comunidad historica de italianos, colombianos, dominicanos, mexicanos, mayoria catolicos pero si hay diferentes religiones (pentecostal), evangelicos
Community Activities and Services
parques, iglesias, bibliotecas, el autobus/tren, la clinica, consulado salvadoreno, muchos parques, NUBE, Greenroots, Eagle Hill, lucha contra el substation, Jeffrey's Point,
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195 New Bedford
June 24, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
In te last 20-30 years this community has become the first stop for Central American immigrants making NB their new home
Community Activities and Services
This community has soccer games in a field, a super market, and immigration agencies that serve the immigrant community
Economic or Environmental Interests
Lots of neighbors in this community work in the fishing industry.
Community Needs and Concerns
in The last few years there have a lot of house fires and building codes and absentee landlords are a problem
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June 24, 2021
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Community Activities and Services
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Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 24, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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DRAFT Immigrant Community in Fall River
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 15, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Fall River has a history of large immigrant communities of Portuguese descent (the Azores, mainland Portugal). Beginning in the early 1980s, a Cambodian refugee community came to Fall River, hosted by several churches, particularly St. Luke's Episcopal Church. More recently, immigrant communities are growing from Brazil, Columbia, Ecuador, El Salvador (a mixture of Hispanic populations). Each year, particularly May-September Portuguese feasts and festivals hosted by churches and social organizations are very common in the City. The Catholic Church is still a central institution and hosts cultural events throughout the year.
Community Activities and Services
The Portuguese community gathers at church (the Catholic Church) and among social/cultural/sports clubs, especially the Portuguese men. The yearly feasts and festivals are a large social space among the Portuguese. Kennedy Park and The Gates are also sites for Portuguese festivals/events. Boys & Girls Club and the YMCA are also widely used among the community, particularly the Y. Battleship Cove attracts some tourists, with the waterfront area. The Buddhist Temple hosts a New Year's Celebration around the Lunar New Year.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Factories/manufacturers still employ a percentage of Fall River residents, along with the service industry and health care facilities (St. Anne's and Charlton Memorial). Also, Bristol Community College is located in Fall River. Many from the Portuguese and Brazilian communities work in infrastructure (road construction, landscaping) and/or cleaning services.
Community Needs and Concerns
Fall River is not a large city (90,000 population), but is represented at the Congressional level by two Congress people.
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Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 15, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Coastal fishing and Oceanside community.
June 14, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
My community is located in the South East coast of Massachusetts. Climate change and global warming are critical areas of concern to my community. Rising sea levels are creating flooding problems. Warmer oceans are impacting our fishing industry.
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Upper Hill/Mason Square
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
city of homes, historical homes, mosque, historically black neighborhoods, christian, muslim
Community Activities and Services
parks, colleges, churches, mosque, libraries, bodegas, liquor stores, schools, barbershops, restaurants
Economic or Environmental Interests
unemployment problem, lots of mom and pop shops, cultural restaurants, education, "asthma capital", littering issues, blighted properties,
Community Needs and Concerns
High poverty, unemployment, mental health, police reform, special education, community resources, healthcare
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195 to South of New Bedford
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Historically, the area rooted in Portuguese immigrants, largely from the Azores. Then, Cape Verdeans working in the fishing and whaling industry. Now, Central American communities present and working in fishing industries. New Bedford is connected to the whaling industry. Called "the oil that lit the world" because the oil from the whales was sent all around the world to light lamps. The city is not looked upon in that way anymore.
Community Activities and Services
A lot of Guatemalan and Portuguese restaurants. Immigration services dedicated to Guatemalans and Portuguese people. Soccer fields servicing both communities as well. Catholic feasts from both of these cultures are celebrated together. Catholic church very central, visible. The Waterfront area is as well. Cape Verdeans are a historic and present immigrant community. Large Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival (July 5).
Economic or Environmental Interests
Main employer is the fishing industry (Guatemalans, Portuguese, etc). Especially communities closer to the water. Bristol Community College is an employer and place of study. UMass Dartmouth and St Lukes Hospital. Building up tourism along the seashore. New Bedford is high in environmental pollution.
Community Needs and Concerns
Building code enforcement is an urgent need. We've had a lot of fires in the last year or two and lost a lot of people. People have been displaced, need housing, clothes, etc. Absentee landlords are a problem. Gentrification is a problem. They're building up the arts community and downtown area around tourism and art, and don't mind that property values are increasing and displacing generations of immigrants and POC. Demographics have changed a lot. Ex) school system is now 50-60% children of color, but school committee is still mostly white, as is city council. Mostly white men at local, state and federal level.
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East Forest Park Spfld Ma
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Churches, Restaurants, Healthcare facilities, Gas stations, Post office, Schools
Community Activities and Services
Nicer area, Quieter, scenic, single-family houses,
Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
Baystate Medical Center and Education, MassMutual, Highway, The X Shopping plaza. Homeless community need, Mental Health, Gun Violence, Police Reform
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Cambridge
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Harvard and MIT have caused gentrification in Cambridge and across the river - increase in housing prices, access to food, clothes, etc. The Universities continue to expand into Allston-Brighton.
Community Activities and Services
Cambridge is home to three college campuses: Harvard, MIT, and Lesley, and is surrounded by other universities in the Greater Boston Area. Professors, grad students, researchers, and students are all part of the community. There are also the K-12 Cambridge Public Schools and few hospitals and research centers. I will try to use biotech work force as a community.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Biotech companies and research centers are common in the area. Tourism to Harvard also has an impact on the area. After the pandemic, there is also an increasing homeless population in the area.
Community Needs and Concerns
Homelessness and increasing rent prices are very important issues, should be prioritized. There is also a lot of overlap with nearby areas.
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Forest Park Springfield Ma
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
Restaurant, Park, MassMutual, Barbershops, Health care facilities, Park, Schools
Economic or Environmental Interests
Ecos, Water Ponds, Trails, Forest Park
Community Needs and Concerns
Baystate Medical Center and Education, MassMutual, Highway, The X Shopping plaza. Homeless community need, Mental Health, Gun Violence, Police Reform
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Gail's Codman Square
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Music, food, religion, family values, community celebrations (e.g., Kite Festival, Carribean Festival, etc), shared experiences based on race and language, as a collective, as well as by specific subpopulations/groups.
Community Activities and Services
They gather and socialize in parks, churches, community centers, etc. They go to the local health center, banks, grocery stores, bodegas, the community is heavily reliant on public transportation (the #23, 22 buses and the Red line and Fairmount line), etc
Economic or Environmental Interests
35% of residents were employed downtown in service-type jobs (pre-pandemic). Environmental concerns include lots of brownfield (toxic/polluted) sites in our community due to past uses of the properties/buildings/businesses that were sited on them. There is the Neponset River on the periphery of the community. It is one of the hottest communities in Boston, with the urban heat island effect prevalent due to the density of the buildings/community and the lack of pervious surfaces
Community Needs and Concerns
Housing prices/gentrification and displacement, low educational attainment and need for living wage jobs and increased homeownership
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Revere
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Although, the communities within Revere are historically white, Italian, there has been an influx of Spanish/Latino and Arab population within the city. These communities have the shared experienced of starting afresh in the Greater Boston area looking for viable employment options, especially entrepreneurial endeavors, safe/clean neighborhoods, and quality education.
Community Activities and Services
it appears that a nube rof communities congregate around Revere Beach Parkway where there is the waterfront, restaurant attractions, and open space for socializing and activities. Additionally, community members also utilize park spaces such as Hill Park in the central district.
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many of the communities labor force is centered in the service industry. Additionally, although there is a growing job market within the city itself, many find themselves working elsewhere within the Greater Boston Metro.
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Tufts University Students
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 14, 2021
Community Activities and Services
Davis Square is a big hub for my community, it's visited frequently by community members for transportation access, community building events like the HONK! festival, and restaurants/shopping. Tufts University is split between Somerville and Medford, meaning half of campus is in one district with entirely different representation than the other. Some organizations work across south Medford and north Somerville because of the shared community, such as Mutual Aid Medford and Somerville (MAMAS).
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Community of Immigrants in Quincy
Drawing Democracy Coalition
Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 14, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
There are big cultural events in the city, including celebration of the Lunar New Year and August Moon, which has over 10,000 attendees from the Quincy area. This is of interest to both the Asian and broader community in the area.
Community Activities and Services
The immigrant community in Quincy is large.The Asian community consists of over 30% of the city of Quincy. It includes 41% of the public school system, and a plurality in the public schools. They have a shared interest in multilingual language access, including Chinese and Vietnamese. Hispanics are about 8.4% of the public school system. The Black population is 6.9% of the public schools.
Economic or Environmental Interests
The majority of this community are blue-collar workers. Many work at or own restaurants. Many also work in construction. When COVID-19 hit, this community was severely impacted because restaurants were closed and had less service.
Community Needs and Concerns
QARI and ACDC hold voter registration events in the area. The community health center (South Cove Community Health Center) serves over 4,000 Asian patients. They go to this health center because it offers multilingual services. South Cove also helps the community apply for healthcare coverage and is a trusted provider.This community includes not just the Asian community but also Middle Eastern, Russian, Brazilian, Portuguese, Haitian individuals. ESOL and citizenship classes are popular with this community.
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Massachusetts Communities of Interest
June 9, 2021
Community Activities and Services
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Allston-Brighton - Brazilian Community
May 25, 2021
Cultural or Historical Interests
Cultural bonds through the church, which hosts social events, such as festivals (St. Anthony, St. Peter, St. John) Immigrant experience - Many are undocumented, many have crossed the border, many have been arrested. Started settling Allston-Brighton in the mid-1980s. People speak Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
Community Activities and Services
Churches - St. Anthony Bakeries - Brazilian Bakery Attend public schools in Allston-Brighton (Jackson Mann, Brighton High) Healthcare - St. Elizabeth, Charles River Health Transportation - use public transit, drive, pedestrians Housing - multifamily housing Social services - go to MAPS, BWC, BWG
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many are self-employed, construction, house cleaning, and landscaping. Bed bug and rodent problems in Allston-Brighton Green Line is very slow. People depend on the 66 and 57.
Community Needs and Concerns
Fear of police, no drivers' licenses for undocumented people, people live in the shadows Health needs - people go to the ER and don't have primary care physician because of lack of health insurance. Limited preventative care because of fear of the bills, no time off of work.
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Chelsea Creek
May 20, 2021
Economic or Environmental Interests
The people of East Boston and Chelsea share the Chelsea Creek and the environmental problems that come with it. They also include significant numbers of Latinx people, and many Chelsea folks commute by taking a bus to the Blue Line in East Boston.
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Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
May 6, 2021
Community Activities and Services
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Chelsea
March 19, 2021
Population: 39852
Cultural or Historical Interests
My community is based in the city of Chelsea, which is currently split up into two rep districts
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Haley House - Nubian Square
Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
March 8, 2021
Population: 4826
Community Activities and Services
Local in focus and based in personal relationship, Haley House has grown organically in response to the harsh realities of social inequality and injustice since 1966. We remain committed to the important work of nurturing community which inspires and supports lasting personal and societal transformation. Never abandoning our deep roots as a house of hospitality, Haley House today addresses basic human needs through five interconnected branches.
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Massachusetts Voter Table
MVT Test
March 3, 2021
Population: 5529
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Economic or Environmental Interests
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Feb. 24, 2021
Population: 49395
Cultural or Historical Interests
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Community Activities and Services
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Community Needs and Concerns
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Connor's Map
Feb. 22, 2021
Population: 78938
Economic or Environmental Interests
Most constituents commute into Boston and the greater Boston area for work Part of the Ipswich River watershed, which runs low every summer
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Framingham
Feb. 17, 2021
Population: 49395
Cultural or Historical Interests
While Framingham was for a long time a somewhat rural farming town, it went through a period of industrialization, and then de-industrialization, like many other cities. It still has some farmland, and some abandoned factories, but is largely made up of a more suburban North side, and a slightly more dense, and poorer, South side. There are a large variety of ethnic and cultural communities, including Brazilian, Russian, Chinese, Haitian, Salvadoran, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and many others
Community Activities and Services
There is a big variety of community hubs, including Catholic churches, Protestant churches, synagogues, and Spanish and Portuguese languages churches. Most people in the community send their children to the relatively large city schools, which are spread out
Economic or Environmental Interests
Many people in the community commute to work in Boston (this skews white collar, but also includes lower wage workers), and then many people also work in the community, in retail, municipal government, service industry, and other jobs
Community Needs and Concerns
The community perennially faces concerns over adequate funding (in particular for schools), social services (in particular, homeless and addiction support), economic development
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