All Ideas

Max Solar on LHS

Idea:

The Lowell Sustainability Council team along with DIY will collaborate with others to achieve the maximum possible solar production on the new LHS building(s). In the process we will educate the public about the need for clean energy and raise awareness about the climate crisis to the greatest extent possible.
Benefit:

In addition to making our energy procurement less expensive over time, solar on the Lowell High School would demonstrate our commitment to clean energy in a visible and impactful way where students would see first hand how solar can be harvested and the community could see the visual impact of [Read more…]

Location:

Downtown / JAM.

Fix-It Communities

Idea:

This is really based off of existing models, but essentially it would recruiting community members to do different things in hopes of hosting “fix-it” events for all sorts of electronics. Members could help with research, tools, sewing materials, and more. At these events, community members would actively be involved so that they learn how to [Read more…]

Benefit:

It would reduce the number of items thrown away, thus reducing the amount spent on replacement items. It's empowering for people to learn how to fix their every day items and it really helps to build a strong community bond.
Location:

Citywide.

Weekly or bi-weekly evening walks (for non-walkers and mere mortals)

Idea:

I propose something which I routinely do myself, and that is a late night 3 mile walk that begins and ends at 230 Gorham Street. The length, time and duration can be revised based on participant consensus but a start time after 9:00 PM ensures recreation of the ideal ambiance. My experience: During the late [Read more…]

Benefit:

The idea is cost effective as there Is no cost associated with walking the public areas of Lowell. The walk also has the positive effect of increasing ones caloric outtake and naturally expending energy at the end of the day as opposed to other less than healthy options (like a [Read more…]

Location:

Back Central.

Drunk History Lowell Edition

Idea:

The passage of time often has a way of rewriting history. So does a few drinks. The half-hour series “Drunk History” — based on the award-winning web series — shows how by re-enacting famous events in history as told by inebriated storytellers. Each episode takes a tour of a U.S. city to explore stories and [Read more…]

Benefit:

Get folks interested in local history and different Lowell locations that wouldn't normally be interested. Draw attention to the stories that make Lowell and New England special.
Location:

Citywide.

Mill City Movement

Idea:

Always free, year round all-inclusive fitness movement. Meets outdoors and workout are based on the surrounding – the city is our playground. See “November Project” – look it up online. I want to create a pledge tribe.
Benefit:

Build community and connections between residents of all occupations, ages, races, economic backgrounds, etc. in a way that promotes a healthy lifestyle (taking time to workout and prioritize fitness while also getting a healthy dose of socializing and accountability).
Location:

Citywide.

Traditional Medicine Festival

Idea:

Traditional medicine and alternative medicines can provide healing and relief for many people. Working with Lowell Community Health Center or other trained professionals, we could put on an event that teaches the community about the availability and efficacy of traditional healing methods alongside modern techniques. This may be combined with traditional and modern art and [Read more…]

Benefit:

Build bridges between communities and promote healthiness. Destigmatize ailments such as addiction and mental illness. Increase participants’ understanding of the many cultures of Lowell.
Location:

Don't Know.