City Council tackles equity, accessibility, and charter reform

City Council tackles equity, accessibility, and charter reform

By Carlie Lombardi On March 27, the Somerville City Council convened for a four-hour session addressing several critical issues, including racial disparities in city contracts, accessibility failures, affordable housing, and the approval of a new city charter. The meeting focused on the city’s ongoing efforts to create a more accountable, inclusive, and responsive local government. Council condemns detainment of Tufts student Early in the meetin…