The committee on Oct. 15 considered a resolution sponsored by Councilor Scott asking the administration and the mobility director to discuss a process for municipal standards on bus‑stop furnishings.

Governmental Affairs Director Singh appeared for Mobility Director Brad Rossen, who could not attend, and outlined next steps: mobility staff will document existing city standards for streets and park furniture; review MBTA systemwide standards and the MBTA asset inventory in Somerville; and solicit input from relevant boards and commissions, including the Pedestrian and Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC), the Commission on Persons with Disabilities and the Council on Aging.

Singh said the item requires more interdepartmental conversation and coordination with the MBTA. He noted one bench that prompted the resolution had been purchased with participatory budgeting funds. Councilor Scott, the sponsor, said the goal is a uniform standard that avoids what some constituents described as "hostile architecture" and ensures consistent, accessible furnishings where the city invests funds.

Committee members agreed to keep the resolution in committee so the mobility director can appear with a fuller plan and timeline. Officials did not adopt specific design standards at the meeting.