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| Service | Department |
|---|---|
Trash CollectionTrash is collected weekly. |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Understanding Flood Risks & Protecting Your PropertyThe Flood Viewer has been developed as an informational tool for the Cambridge community to assess climate change threats from flooding and to prepare for it by implementing specific strategies. . It is recognized that projected flood information presented in the Flood Viewer are based on climate change scenarios that are drawn from the best available science but involve ranges of uncertainty. The provided flood information will need to be revisited frequently to ensure that our community preparedness efforts continue to reflect updated projections specific to local climate change. |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Unwanted firearm or ammunition disposalResidents should call the Cambridge Police Community Programs at (617) 349-6009 and make an appointment. |
Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
Urban ForestryThe Urban Forestry Division is responsible for implementing a program of arboriculture for over 19,000 of Cambridge's public trees. |
Public Works617-349-4800 |
Used Car Dealer Class I/II/III LicenseUsed Car Dealer Class I, II, III Licenses are issued by the Cambridge License Commission. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
VA Aid and AttendanceWartime Veterans who are more seriously disabled may qualify for Aid and Attendance or Housebound benefits. |
Veterans Services617-349-4760 |
VA Disability CompensationFor veterans who were injured on active duty or during a drill period. |
Veterans Services617-349-4760 |
VA Health CareAvailable to all veterans who were granted an other than dishonorable discharge, provided that they meet the requirements. |
Veterans Services617-349-4760 |
VA Non-Service PensionPension is a benefit paid to wartime veterans who have limited or no income, and who are age 65 or older, or, if under 65, who are permanently and totally disabled, not due to their own willful misconduct. |
Veterans Services617-349-4760 |
Variance or Special PermitSome uses and/or developments of real property may require relief from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA). |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
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