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Cambridge
Summer 2026
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Q&A with City Manager Yi-An Huang
City Manager Yi-An Huang discusses Cambridge's Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Operating and Capital Budgets, the economic conditions shaping them, and how the City is balancing today's priorities with long-term financial responsibility. 
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From Priorities to Action
This article outlines how the City Council's priorities shape the Fiscal Year 2027 budget and what investments strengthen Cambridge. 
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Planning for an Uncertain Economy
This article outlines how thoughtful planning has become more important than ever, particularly when economic conditions continue to change, our commercial sector has slowed, and no one can predict exactly what the future will bring.
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What's Driving the FY27 Budget Growth
Read what changed in this year’s budget to make it increase year-over-year
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What Your Tax Dollars Support
Review an overview on how the Operating Budget is invested across major service areas: Education, Community Maintenance and Development, General Government, Public Safety, Human Resource Development and Intergovernmental.
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How Cambridge pays For City Service
The City relies on property taxes and many other revenue sources—including service fees, state and federal funding, licenses and permits, and investment earnings—to help pay for the services residents depend on every day. 
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Notable Top Taxpayer Facts and Figures
 Cambridge's ability to maintain one of the region's lowest residential property tax rates is closely tied to its strong commercial tax base. Review more notable facts and figures.
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Building Cambridge's Future
The Capital Budget invests in the long-term infrastructure that keeps Cambridge running. Learn more about what projects the City is investing in.
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