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A Win for Housing Affordability: City Council Adopts Changes to Incentive Zoning
The Cambridge City Council adopted an amendment to the Incentive Zoning Ordinance which will increase funds for the City’s Affordable Housing Trust. Funds received under Incentive Zoning are used by the City’s Affordable Housing Trust toward the creation and preservation of affordable housing.
Manager’s Message
An early priority for me has been to get to know the people who keep our City running and are working hard to make it better. I’ve been incredibly impressed by the dedication and expertise of our City leaders and staff.
First City to Invest in Local Solar Using Contributions from Cambridge Community Electricity Program
The 243kW solar installation is expected to generate 280,000kWhrs of electricity annually. Over its lifetime, the solar installation’s carbon-free electricity will reduce global warming emissions by over 4 million pounds.
Building Connections with Separated Bike Lanes
The City of Cambridge aims to design our streets for people of all ages and abilities, whether they are walking, bicycling, driving, or taking transit. Our goal? To eliminate transportation-related deaths and serious injuries while increasing healthy, equitable mobility for all.
Winter is Coming... Are You Ready?
With the winter season upon us, this article reminds residents and property owners of their responsibilities per City Ordinance regarding snow and ice removal following a storm.
Consider Serving on a City Board or Commission
The City of Cambridge encourages and promotes involvement by residents in the decision-making process through participation on a variety of boards and commissions.
Cambridge Fire Department Brings Back In-House Fire Academy to Fill Vacancies More Quickly
In October, Cambridge Fire Department launched an intensive 11-week Cambridge Fire Academy, incorporating the principles of the Massachusetts State Fire Academy, but using its own certified fire instructors to enable more recruits to participate and to fill open positions 12 months sooner than normal.
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