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City Manager Yi-An Huang Swearing in indoor ceremony.
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. 
Aerial view of Kendall Square with modern buildings, roads, and green spaces near the river.
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
Aerial view of Central Square neighborhood with multi‑story buildings, a busy intersection, and autumn-colored trees.
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.
A wide walkway passes through a landscaped urban area with trees, plants, benches, and surrounding modern office buildings under a clear blue sky.”
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. 
MIT campus with athletic fields, academic buildings, and a riverfront roadway.
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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Students Strengthen Open Data Projects
The Open Data Program has supported eight interns across three projects with two partner organizations. And they've produced some pretty amazing work.
City Manager Yi-An Huang stands at a podium, delivering a speech to an audience.
City Manager Message
Hear from City Manager Yi-An Huang on the significance of caring for Cambridge’s parks and open spaces.
Cambridge families enjoy a sunny day at Danehy Park.
A Game Plan for Danehy Park
Learn about the history of Danehy Park and see how it transformed into the lively park it is today.
Cambridge's youngest residents enjoy climbing a play structure, inspired by Dominic Michael Killiany's artwork.
Danehy Park's Play Space for All Abilities
Did you know these five fun facts about Danehy Park’s fan-favorite playground?
Fresh Pond Reservation on a sunny day.
Fresh Pond Reservation: A Respite from Hectic City Life
Learn about the history of Fresh Pond Reservation and what the future holds for one of Cambridge’s most well-loved open spaces.
A Miyawaki forest stands tall in Danehy Park.
Cambridge’s Growing Urban Forest
Find out how Cambridge’s trees improve our neighborhoods and support local wildlife.
The Department of Public Works (DPW) works hard to maintain and improve the quality of City parks.
Caring for Our Parks: What Maintenance is Happening This Spring
Find out which outdoor spaces are undergoing spring maintenance.
Cambridge Cemetery from above in the daytime.
Neighborhood Parks and Open Space Gems
Discover some of Cambridge’s neighborhood parks and open spaces for all to enjoy.
North Cambridge from above in the daytime.
Recent Investments and Renovations
Learn about what’s being improved in Cambridge and check out current repair and renovation projects.
A colorful abstract painting of different animals hangs onto a structure of the Universal Design Playground.
Public Art Program Responds to Unexpected Surprises and Learnings
Cambridge’s Percent-for-Art Ordinance brings color and creativity to the City.
Symbolic flags provide shade and decorate Hoyt Field.
Hoyt Field Through Cambridge Youth’s Eyes
Want to know what Hoyt Field means to Cambridge residents? Learn about some community engagement projects that celebrate Hoyt Field.
Cambridge residents sit at picnic tables in a local green space, covered by a shade structure.
Parks and Their Shade Help People Stay Healthy and Cool
Need to cool off this summer? Check out some of Cambridge’s designated Cool Spots and areas of shade.
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Fair Housing Month Blog Series
This blog series highlights common fair housing issues. This article focuses on the amendments that were added two new protected classes -- family structure and relationship status -- to our local ordinances.
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