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Multi-Service Center and Office of Housing Liaison Go Above and Beyond to Help Residents Experiencing Housing Challenges

The Office of the Housing Liaison (OHL) and the Multi-Service Center (MSC) play key roles in addressing housing rights, eviction prevention, and homelessness.

Did You Know?

There are a number of affordable housing services, special events, and cost-assistance programs available throughout the City.

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Partner Profile: Cambridge Housing Authority

The Cambridge Housing Authority, a long-time partner of the City, invests in Cambridge families and provides enhanced support to almost 10% of the city population.

Logistics Behind Major Renovations at Cambridge Fire Headquarters

During the Fire Headquarters renovation, expected to be completed in 2026, firefighters will move into Station 10, a temporary fire facility located at 15 Hovey Avenue (across from Spaulding Hospital) and administration staff will relocate to 23 Bay Street.  

Giant Deer in Inman Square from the front

A Giant Deer Lands in Inman Square

The Giant Deer in Inman Square is a 3,500-pound, 12-foot sculpture created and placed to serve as a landmark in the reconstructed and improved square.

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Participatory Budgeting in Cambridge Turns 10!

Participatory Budgeting, a democratic process that empowers community members through civic engagement to decide how to spend part of a public budget, turned 10 this fall.

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New Role Integrates a Mental Health Professional with Dispatchers

In 2023, the City of Cambridge designated a new position within the Emergency Communications Department; a 911 Call Center Clinician. This is a new, unique public safety position as it places a mental health professional directly inside the Emergency Communications Center (ECC) alongside dispatchers.

Rise Up Cambridge Gives Relief to Families

Through Rise Up, Cambridge became the first city in the nation to introduce a non-lottery program to provide direct cash assistance to all eligible families. Ultimately, the City was focused helping families with children to meet their basic needs.

Creatively Expanding the Urban Forest

In 2019, the City of Cambridge completed its Urban Forestry Master Plan. Since, the city has rebranded and taken action to upkeep the Urban Forestry Master Plan through programs such as Forest Friends and Water by Bike.

Training Reduces the Impact of Opioid Overdoses

To help make our community safer, the Cambridge Public Health Department (CPHD) provides free overdose prevention training in partnership with Somerville Health and Human Services.

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Block Party Initiative Triples Neighborhood Celebrations

How do you build community, strengthen connections among neighbors, and showcase creativity to make a healthier—and more fun—Cambridge? Block parties. 

Dance Party Returns With One of Its Biggest Crowds

The City of Cambridge’s Annual Dance Party is finally back. After three years of cancellations due to COVID-19, the 2023 Dance Party had one of the biggest crowds yet, with an expanded event area, colorful lights, and music.

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Animal Control Officers and Volunteers Provide Special Care and Support for our Wildlife

Learn how Cambridge Animal Control Officers take extensive measures to ensure sick or injured animals receive the best care and support.

Journey Towards a Greener Transportation System

Cambridge promotes sustainable transportation through education, community workshops, planning, and infrastructure projects. Resident volunteers can provide input on transportation projects. The City is investing in Electric Vehicle infrastructure and adding more fully electric vehicles to its fleet.

Neighborhood Energy Source The Port Microgrid

The City is working with community members on a pilot microgrid in The Port to provide a clean, reliable local energy source.

52 New Street. Construction is expected to begin soon on 107 units of affordable rental housing.

Cambridge’s Commitment to Affordable Housing: Preserving and Creating Sustainable Communities

In the next year, the City of Cambridge will invest over $46.3 million into affordable housing.

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City Manager's Message

An overview message from the City Manager outlining the budget process, the City's financial stability and the importance of transparency on how we spend our money

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Cambridge Seeks to Build a Foundation of Antiracism, Equity, and Inclusion

Cambridge seeks to build a community where equity is the foundations and inclusion is represented in our intentional actions

Apply for Financial Support from Rise Up Cambridge by July 31, 2023

The Rise Up Cambridge program empowers residents to decide how to best meet their basic needs and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Cambridge is utilizing the direct cash assistance approach to positively impact some of its most vulnerable families as they strive for economic stability, access to education and opportunity, and improved health.

Be the Best Neighbor Throw a Great Block Party

It's easy to host block parties in Cambridge! There's no application fee and the City of Cambridge offers $200 awards and free Play Streets kits to support your celebration.

City Manager Yi-An Huang Seated at His Desk

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.

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