LYNN — Mayor Jared Nicholson’s office is continuing with its community canvassing efforts by going door-to-door to Lynn residencies on Thursday, Aug. 20th.
Staff from the mayor’s office and other city departments are conducting the canvass to connect and communicate with residents by providing a list of resources and listening to their questions or concerns. Members of the Lynn Public Health Department, the Parks and Recreation Department, the Department of Community Development, the Lynn Police Department, and the Lynn City Council are participating in this week’s canvass.
Lisa Nerich, associate commissioner at Lynn Department of Public Works, said it is important to have these conversations face-to-face in order to build trust with residents, strengthen community engagement, identify local needs, promote inclusion, demonstrate accountability, improve public safety and inspire civic pride.
“The Lynn Parks and Recreation Department is committed to fostering a vibrant, connected community. By participating in neighborhood canvassing, we aim to listen directly to residents, gather valuable feedback, and ensure that our parks and programs reflect the needs and desires of those we serve,” she told The Daily Item.
“This is an opportunity for us to work together, improve our shared spaces and create lasting positive change for the entire community,” Nerich added.
The first Lynn community canvass from Nicholson’s office took place in the fall of 2023, and the second occurred in the spring of 2024. As of 2025, these outreach efforts are now being conducted periodically through the city. This Thursday’s canvassing event will begin in the Woodman Street Neighborhood at 3 p.m.
“We continue to canvass across the city to ensure residents feel connected, informed, and heard,” Nicholson said to The Daily Item. “It has become routine for us to show up for residents where they are and remind them that we are here to help them and provide key resources when needed.”
