Waymo Testing
We wanted to make the community aware that starting May 19, 2025, a small number of Waymo vehicles will be operating in the Greater Boston Area, including Cambridge, Somerville, Boston, and Boston Logan Airport (MassPort property).
Summer of Peace Initiative (2008 to 2015)
The goal of the Summer of Peace Initiative was to support the range of work that promotes a summer free of youth violence in Cambridge through bringing people together to connect, collaborate, share information, and build relationships.
Little Free Libraries for Children
Little free libraries are beautiful, functional works of art that help build community. They develop literacy skills and encourage a love of reading by making it easy for families to exchange books in an informal, neighborhood setting.
Our Parks, Our Plan Pop Up Event
One in a series of outdoor pop-up events to discuss your visions for the future of our parks and open spaces, as part of Our Parks, Our Plan, a citywide open space plan update.
Employee Ownership as a Powerful Succession Strategy
Join us for a workshop on how employee ownership can be a powerful succession strategy. We'll explore models like worker cooperatives, ESOPs, and employee ownership trusts that help businesses stay in the community - thriving!
City of Cambridge/SBA Matchmaker Event for Small Businesses
Looking for funding or support to start, grow, or expand your business? Join us at the Small Business Capital & Resources Matchmaker, hosted by the Cambridge Community Development Department and in partnership with the SBA’s Massachusetts District Office.
Cambridge Retirement Board Meeting
Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor, the Cambridge Retirement System is authorized to use remote participation at meetings of the Board
Cambridge Urban Forestry Division Celebrates 2024 Milestones
In 2024, the Urban Forestry Division of Cambridge Public Works planted 1,250 new trees and removed 5,000 square feet of pavement to create better planting conditions, enhancing the city's green infrastructure. The Division maintained a strong tree survival rate, with only 3.5% mortality for spring plantings, and expanded community engagement through the revamped Cambridge Urban Forest Friends newsletter, which saw over 105% subscriber growth. Residents can support the city's urban forest by becoming an Urban Forest Friend or subscribing to the newsletter.