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Parks & Open Space The City of Cambridge has over 70 parks and open spaces, with all residences located a half-mile or less from a park or open space.	Community Development617-349-4600
Participatory Budgeting Participatory Budgeting is a democratic process through which community members directly decide how to spend part of a public budget.	Budget617-349-4270
Pay or View Bill Online Pay or View real estate, motor vehicle excise, personal property, water bills, Municipal Lien Certificates, and Vital records online.	Finance617-349-4220
Planning an Event in the City Permits are required if you plan to host an event on City property	Public Works617-349-4800
Plumbing Permit A plumbing permit is required for all work to be performed in accordance with the pertinent provision of the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code and Chapter 142 of the General Laws.	Inspectional Services617-349-6100
Pole & Conduit Permit Pole & Conduit Permits are issued by the Pole and Conduit Commission and governed by Massachusetts General Law ch. 166 and Cambridge Ordinance and Regulations.	License Commission617-349-6140
Police Chaplaincy Program Established in 2013, the Cambridge Police Chaplaincy Program is the first of its kind in the Commonwealth where chaplains will work with the department and be called out to crime scenes and significant events to offer services to officers, victims, and members of the community.	Cambridge Police617-349-3300
Pools and Swimming Resources Residents can enjoy the two indoor pools at the War Memorial Recreation Center (1640 Cambridge St.) year-round. Gold Star Pool (123 Berkshire St.) is on outdoor pool open to the public during summer months.	Human Service Programs617-349-6200
Preschool Programs The Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) provides access to free school-day, school-year preschool for all Cambridge 4-year-olds and some 3-year-olds. CPP, managed by the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood, is a mixed-delivery system that allows families to choose preschool programs that best fir their family's needs. DHSP Preschools are a partner provider of CPP.	Human Service Programs617-349-6200
Prescription Drop Box and Sharps Collection Through a partnership with the Cambridge Public Health Department and the Cambridge Prevention Coalition, the Cambridge Police Department is an approved controlled substance collection site for residents of the City of Cambridge.	Cambridge Police617-349-3300

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