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Civic Engagement in Somerville: Joe Curtatone’s Story of How Community Activism Powered a Remarkable Urban Renaissance

In this case study, the former mayor of Somerville, Joe Curtatone, reflects on his 18 years in office and illuminates the many ways in which civic engagement enabled Somerville’s renaissance.

The mayor offers intimate, behind-the-scenes accounts of the Assembly Square development, Green Line extension, and Shape Up Somerville program, which helped inspire Michelle Obama’s nationwide “Let’s Move!” campaign.

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  • Joe Curtatone
  • Andrew Tolve
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Civic Engagement in Somerville: Joe Curtatone’s Story of How Community Activism Powered a Remarkable Urban Renaissance
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Publisher:Harvard Kennedy School - The Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation
Published:May 10, 2023
License:Copyrighted
Copyright:© Joe Curtatone and Andrew Tolve

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