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Cambridge Seeking Community Members for New Commission Vacancies: February-March 2026

The City of Cambridge is currently seeking to fill vacancies on the new Combined Sewer Overflow Control and Stormwater Management Advisory Committee, Fresh Pond Master Plan Advisory Board, and Peace Commission.

Police Review Advisory Board Complaint Against a Police Officer Form

This form can be used to file a complaint against a Cambridge police officer.

Apply for a Variance or Special Permit

Some uses and/or developments of real property may require relief from the Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA). The BZA hears requests for Variances, Special Permits, Comprehensive Permits, and Appeals.

City Transitioning to New Agenda and Meeting Management System

Starting on January 26, 2026, City Council, BZA and Planning Board meeting agendas, minutes, and video streaming will be available through this new portal. Other Boards and Commissions will follow at a date to be communicated later.

Cambridge Seeking Community Members for New Commission Vacancies

Vacancies are available for the American Freedmen Commission, Avon Hill Neighborhood Conservation District Commission, Cambridge Climate Committee, Commission for Persons with Disabilities Advisory Board, Half Crown-Marsh Neighborhood Conservation District Commission, LGBTQ+ Commission, Mid Cambridge Neighborhood Conservation District Commission, and the Public Planting Committee.

Current Board Vacancies: Transit Advisory Committee, Citizens’ Committee on Civic Unity, Family Policy Council, Human Rights Commission, Transit Advisory Committee, Veterans Advisory Committee.

Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.

Members Sought to Fill Vacancy on Cambridge Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Cambridge Housing Authority provides long-term rental housing and rental assistance. More than 10,000 low-income families, elders, and disabled individuals receive this assistance.

Apply for an Annual Sidewalk Business Use Permit

A business use sidewalk obstruction permit is required if you are a business in the City of Cambridge and want to use an “A” framed sign, sandwich board, display merchandise, temporary banner or use tables and chairs on a sidewalk in the public way.

Current Board Vacancies: Human Rights Commission, Veterans Advisory Committee, Cambridge Street Safety Improvement Project Working Group, Commission on Immigrant Rights & Citizenship, Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, Foundry Advisory Committee

Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.

Civilian Oversight in Cambridge - Context, History, and the Role and Purpose of the Board

Presentation to the Public Safety Committee of the Cambridge City Council

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