Mayor Jake Wilson

Somerville is in a housing crisis, and our residents need action. Today, I join Mayor Michelle Wu 吳弭 and Governor Maura Healey in saying that I strongly support compromise legislation on rent stabilization so that we can finally see some results.
Too many renters live with the fear that one rent increase, one lease renewal, or one building sale could force them out of their home. We believe in helping tenants stay in their homes whenever possible - and reasonable rent regulation is one critical tool in the toolkit to help make this happen.
Somerville has made important progress thanks to the vital work of the Anti-Displacement Task Force and many others. We filed S.22, a home rule petition seeking authorization to enact rent stabilization, and we’ve also supported enabling legislation S.1447/H2328 sponsored by Senator Pat Jehlen and Representative David Rogers. Now, I believe our best chance of achieving the key goals of our Home Rule Petition and providing renters with necessary relief is this compromise proposal.
The proposal would finally give communities like Somerville the ability to adopt local rent stabilization that they so desperately need and puts forward an annual cap on rent increases of the consumer price index (CPI) plus 5%, up to a maximum of 10%. The compromise also allows landlords to set market rates when units are vacant. These adjustments could break the stalemate and move this urgent issue forward with immediacy. I am grateful to all who came together in good faith to draft this compromise. In this time of great political polarization, dialogue is key.
I urge the Legislature to pass this compromise legislation and give communities like Somerville the tools we need to protect residents, prevent displacement, and keep Massachusetts home for the people who keep our cities and towns thriving.

Another amazing ribbon cutting this week 🎀✂️, celebrating the 18 month community funded and advocacy campaign that helped preserve 57 Central Street Central St Studios as an affordable artist workspace, long term. Many thanks to folks to the staff City of Somerville, Somerville Arts Council, Mass Cultural Council,

On our latest episode of Open Door Chats, I sat down with Budget Director Mike Mastrobuoni to discuss all things FY27 and how my administration worked diligently, through a tough fiscal landscape to deliver this year's budget.

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An incredible Sunday in East Somerville as we welcome summer with our annual Carnaval! Huge thanks to City of Somerville staff, Somerville Arts Council and East Somerville Main Streets for such a lovely day. I did not stay as HIGH and DRY as I would’ve liked 🤣🥥🍍⚽️

Join us for the Consulado-Geral de Portugal em Boston flag raising tomorrow at City Hall!

SOMERVILLE - Hastear da Bandeira Portuguesa (Sábado, 13 de junho, 1.15pm)

Juntem-se a nós para a cerimónia do Hastear da Bandeira Portuguesa em Somerville.

Os portugueses fazem parte central da história e do futuro de Somerville. O hastear da bandeira é um reconhecimento do contributo da nossa comunidade para a cidade ao longo de gerações. Este sábado, celebraremos em conjunto esse legado.

Portuguese Flag Raising Ceremony in Somerville
Join us on Saturday, June 13, 1.15pm

City of Somerville
Mayor Jake Wilson
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers
Coordenação do Ensino de Português nos EUA

A few people asked me if I was elected Mayor if I would still partake in the East Somerville Main Streets annual Carnaval dunk tank? Well I’m here to tell you that I am proud to be the first mayor ever to sit for a shift and remain HIGH and DRY as all of you attempt to dunk me! See you Sunday, my shift starts at 3PM, event runs 2PM-6PM.

Yesterday, Chief Breen and Assistant Chief Tierney gave me a quick tour of the new Engine 5 pumper truck. Loving the Ghostbusters logo on the side. Somerville Fire Department

On Friday I visited Kingdom Rock Children's Village outside Davis Square to check in with some of our youngest constituents. 📚🦋