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• Cambridge’s First Miyawaki Forest will Boost Biodiversity and Climate Resilience

  The City of Cambridge today announced that on September 25, 2021, the first Miyawaki Forest in the Northeast US will be planted at Danehy Park in North Cambridge. A collaboration between Biodiversity for a Livable Climate and the SUGi Project, in partnership with the City of Cambridge, the 4,000 square foot microforest pioneers the innovative Miyawaki method of reforestation in this region.

• Cambridge Launches Free Small Business Compost Pilot

  The City of Cambridge today announced the city will launch a free Small Business Compost Pilot for up to 100 small businesses in Fall 2021. The goal of this pilot is to assist businesses in reducing costs while reducing our impact on climate change. The city will offer up to twice per week collection of two carts of food waste from small businesses in Cambridge. The service and carts will be provided by the city at no cost to the participating businesses.

• DPW Vehicle Maintenance Area to be Renamed in Recognition of Sydney Cox

  In honoring his dedication, loyalty to his home city, and years of exemplary service to that city, the City Council and City Manager will be renaming the maintenance area within the Ryan Garage at 147 Hampshire Street in honor of Sydney Cox on Monday, September 20th. This area will be known as the “Sydney James Cox Maintenance Facility”.
  

• Storm Water Holding Tanks Prevent Street Flooding During July Rain

  Storm water mitigation efforts by the City paid off during heavy July rainfall.

• City Council Passes Amended Tree Protection Ordinance

  On Monday, June 28th, The Cambridge City Council passed an amendment to the Tree Protection Ordinance changing diameter and mitigation guidelines under the current ordinance.
  
  For any Significant Tree removal, a permit is required from the City Arborist and subject to rules and regulations under City of Cambridge’s Tree Protection Ordinance, Title 8, Chapter 8.66, of the City’s Municipal Code.