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Cambridge Election Commission Announces Temporary Relocation of 14 Polling Sites in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and to protect the safety of Cambridge residents, voters, and election staff, the Cambridge Election Commission has announced that Cambridge polling sites located in high-risk facilities will be temporarily relocated for the upcoming 2020 State Primary and General Election.
City of Cambridge to Relocate Temporary Emergency Shelter at War Memorial Recreation Center to 1575 Cambridge Street

Cambridge City Manager Louis A. DePasquale announced today that the City of Cambridge has entered into an agreement with Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, Inc. to create a City-funded temporary emergency homeless shelter in the east wing of the facility located at 1575 Cambridge Street.
Cambridge Water Department to Perform Routine Functionality Test of MWRA “Emergency” Interconnects Thursday, August 13 - Friday, August 14

Cambridge Water Department will be conducting a routine functionality test for the emergency Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) Interconnects the week of August 10th, introducing water from the MWRA system into the Cambridge water system.
Port Infrastructure Project Working Group Vacancy

The Port Infrastructure Working Group will advise Cambridge City Manager Louis A. DePasquale and his staff on key issues related to the planning and design for this important project.
Baker-Polito Administration Announces New Initiatives to Stop Spread of COVID-19

Governor Charlie Baker announced a new set of initiatives aimed at stopping the spread of COVID-19 in Massachusetts, especially in higher risk communities that have seen a recent uptick in cases. While Massachusetts has seen a decrease in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations since May, there has been a slight uptick in certain communities in recent days.
Cambridge Public Library Launches Pilot to Eliminate Overdue Fines and Fees

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City of Cambridge Launches $1.5 Million COVID-19 Housing Stabilization Program

The City of Cambridge announced the creation of a COVID-19 Housing Stabilization Program to provide short-term financial assistance to individuals and families in Cambridge who are experiencing housing instability due to the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Conservation Commission Meeting
7:00 PM
Conservation Commission Meeting

River Street Working Group Meeting #10 with Remote Participation (Rescheduled)
5:30 PM
After a few months pause due to COVID 19, the City reconvened with the Working Group July 22 in a virtual format. Visit http://www.cambridgema.gov/riverstreet for updates. All Working Group meetings are open to the public. At this meeting, the project team will provide an overview of the River Street design concepts east of Auburn Street, associated transportation analysis, bus operations, and Carl Barron Plaza urban design. The meeting will begin promptly at 5:30 PM and end no later than 7:30 PM.
Planning Board Remote Meeting
6:30 PM
City of Cambridge Planning Board Meeting

Ordinance Committee
5:00 PM
Ordinance Committee
City of Cambridge and De Novo Virtual Immigration Legal Screening Clinics
5:15 PM
This FREE monthly clinic offers participants a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority Virtual Meeting
5:30 PM
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
Election Commission
5:30 PM
Regular Meeting
Central Square Advisory Committee Meeting
6:00 PM
The Central Square Advisory Committee is appointed by the City Manager to undertake all large project reviews of variances and special permits for activities within the Central Square Overlay District, and to monitor the progress of the Central Square Non-Zoning Recommendations of the 2013 K2C2 Study. This meeting will be held pursuant to the provisions outlined in Section 20.300 of the Zoning Ordinance.

Conservation Commission Meeting
7:00 PM
Conservation Commission Meeting

River Street Working Group Meeting #10 with Remote Participation (Rescheduled)
5:30 PM
After a few months pause due to COVID 19, the City reconvened with the Working Group July 22 in a virtual format. Visit http://www.cambridgema.gov/riverstreet for updates. All Working Group meetings are open to the public. At this meeting, the project team will provide an overview of the River Street design concepts east of Auburn Street, associated transportation analysis, bus operations, and Carl Barron Plaza urban design. The meeting will begin promptly at 5:30 PM and end no later than 7:30 PM.
Planning Board Remote Meeting
6:30 PM
City of Cambridge Planning Board Meeting

Ordinance Committee
5:00 PM
Ordinance Committee
City of Cambridge and De Novo Virtual Immigration Legal Screening Clinics
5:15 PM
This FREE monthly clinic offers participants a consultation with an immigration attorney and the chance to learn more about how immigration law affects them and their families.
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority Virtual Meeting
5:30 PM
Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
Election Commission
5:30 PM
Regular Meeting

Conservation Commission Meeting
7:00 PM
Conservation Commission Meeting

River Street Working Group Meeting #10 with Remote Participation (Rescheduled)
5:30 PM
After a few months pause due to COVID 19, the City reconvened with the Working Group July 22 in a virtual format. Visit http://www.cambridgema.gov/riverstreet for updates. All Working Group meetings are open to the public. At this meeting, the project team will provide an overview of the River Street design concepts east of Auburn Street, associated transportation analysis, bus operations, and Carl Barron Plaza urban design. The meeting will begin promptly at 5:30 PM and end no later than 7:30 PM.
Planning Board Remote Meeting
6:30 PM
City of Cambridge Planning Board Meeting

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