City Council · Somerville, Massachusetts
Matthew McLaughlin
Ward One City Councilor. In office since January 1, 2014, current term ends December 31, 2027.
Matters they sponsored
Supporting an application to create a state-authorized Cultural District in East Somerville.
Withdrawn (Aug 27, 2026)
To end the Supplemental Nutrition Assistant Program access crisis.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of a fair and dignified resolution for an international graduate student at Tufts University.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of security officers in Greater Boston and airport service workers at Logan International Airport.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of Service Employees International Union 32BJ facilities workers at Tufts University.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
In support of retaining Route 80 service through Somerville.
Approved (Aug 27, 2026)
Reaffirming this City Council's recognition of July as Disability Pride Month in light of the recent Supreme Court rulings and legal memorandum on the Olmstead decision from the Department of Justice.
Approved (Jul 9, 2026)
In support of State Auditor Diana DiZoglio in her efforts to audit the General Court.
Approved (Jul 9, 2026)
In support of the nurses and healthcare workers of Mass General Brigham Home Care and Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Approved (Jul 9, 2026)
Commending Regina Bertholdo on the auspicious occasion of her retirement.
Approved (Jun 25, 2026)
That the Director of the Office of Sustainability and Environment consider measures to reduce heat island effects on and around the grounds of the East Somerville Community School and the Edgerly...
Approved (Jun 25, 2026)
That the Director of Parks and Recreation discuss the cost barriers and equity constraints that prevent low-income residents and local youth from accessing Somerville programs, such as public skate...
Work completed (Jul 9, 2026)
Show all 19
That the Director of Engineering and the Commissioner of Public Works provide an update on Highland Ave temporary paving.
Approved and sent for discussion (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Veterans Services update this City Council on the status of any veterans memorials currently in storage, as well as the status of the Central Hill Memorial Plaza.
Approved (Jun 11, 2026)
Recognizing Teen Empowerment for providing over 20 years of service to young people in the Somerville.
Approved (Jun 11, 2026)
That the Director of Health and Human Services update this Council on recent changes for Requests For Proposals for youth programming grants, particularly grants that impact Teen Empowerment directly.
Work completed (Jun 25, 2026)
That the Administration address the ongoing public health and safety concerns at the Broadway Salvation Army site.
Work completed (Jul 9, 2026)
In support of voluntary recognition for Somerville Workers United.
Approved (May 28, 2026)
Commending Jerry Cajuste and Medno Dawson for outstanding dedication, professionalism, and service as crossing guards in one of the busiest and most heavily trafficked neighborhoods.
Approved (May 28, 2026)
Membership and sponsorship records from Somerville’s official Legistar system, checked against its live feed. This page covers our tracked set, not a full career.