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The climate is changing, and we're all here on the planet together. Join us for a monthly community gathering and discussion of a variety of books about climate change. We will share thoughts, resources, and occasionally host special guests in a welcoming small-group environment. For our January meeting, we will discuss Human Nature: nine ways to feel about our changing planet by Kate Marvel. Copies of the book are available at the Main Library Q&A Desk. Registration is required. Please contact alengel@cambridgema.gov with questions.

In honor of the Cambridge Senior Center’s 30th anniversary, Susan Pacheco, Executive Director of the Council on Aging, and Alicia Johnson, Director of the Cambridge Senior Center, reflect on the past three decades.

The City of Cambridge Ethics Ordinance (2.1118), enacted by the City Council in 1991, sets a minimum standard of ethical conduct for certain municipal officials and candidates for elective municipal office

Permits and Regulations Information can be found by clicking the permit in the left column. Many permit applications are available for download in Adobe Acrobat PDF format. Permit applications that are not available for download will most likely require a review by the Fire Prevention Official. If you have any questions regarding permits or regulations, please call (617) 349-4918 or send us an email at firepermitinfo@cambridgefire.org.

Join us to see and share ideas that will enhance Clement Morgan Park and Paolillo Tot Lot as part of The Port Infrastructure Improvements Project. All Port neighbors are especially encouraged to attend. We want to hear from you! There will be ice cream, kids' activities, and more!

On Friday, October 24th CPD responded to a shots fired incident on Sherman St. CPD Detectives are looking to speak with a person of interest and anyone else with information.

Describes the City's work to preserve Expiring Use housing developments.

The Detail/Off-Duty Employment Office is responsible for assigning off-duty officers to construction sites throughout the City to ensure motor vehicle and pedestrian safety.

Raymond Park, located at 106 Raymond Street in Neighborhood Nine, is scheduled for renovations beginning in November 2025. Planned improvements include: Improved circulation and more accessible pathways New playground equipment An expanded basketball court Drainage improvements and rain gardens Additional seating and gathering areas New trees and plantings Learn more about the community and design process here.

As the City of Cambridge's Open Data Portal continues to expand, we are committed to ensuring it remains a vibrant and useful resource. To prevent our portal from turning into a "data graveyard" filled with obsolete data, we're introducing a draft Open Data Retirement Policy—and your feedback is crucial.