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Applying for housing can be confusing and overwhelming. This article contains basic information on applying for affordable housing.

The Cambridge Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit works all year to service the community by enforcing the rules of the road. Our goal is to reduce the number and severity of crashes in the city. Many of the current enforcement programs are a direct response to community complaints regarding speeding and other violations. The Department also spends time educating the public when there are any infrastructure changes, like new bike lanes or traffic patterns. We are committed to fostering greater traffic safety for motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians.

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025 members of the CPD Command Staff and Honor Guard represented the department as part of the Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial’s Thirty-Sixth Memorial Ceremony. The Massachusetts Law Enforcement Memorial is located on the grounds of the Massachusetts State House and pays tribute to the members of law enforcement who have lost their lives in the line of duty. During this ceremony, five members of CPD who lost their lives in the line of duty were formally recognized for their service and sacrifice.

The City’s Open Data Program is releasing the draft 2026–2028 Strategic Plan and inviting community feedback through Monday, December 22.

The City of Cambridge offers a range of free housing programs to help residents with housing stability and homeownership. Services include move-in and eviction prevention assistance, down payment and closing cost support for first-time homebuyers, and a comprehensive four-week First-Time Homebuyer Workshop open to anyone interested in learning about the homebuying process. Whether you’re seeking financial support or looking to purchase your first home, the City is here to help.

This report summarizes results from the Fresh Pond Census Program, which began in 2011. The Census Program quantifies how many people visit Fresh Pond Reservation. The report looks at user trends by year, month, day of the week, and hour. The report data is updated annually and is current through 2024.

Vaccines and boosters are the best way to protect against COVID-19. However, even some people who are fully vaccinated may get COVID. People who test positive - whether vaccinated or not - and who are at high risk for serious illness now have access to free treatments that can help prevent severe disease.

The following form is used by the Cambridge Emergency Communications Department in the event of an emergency during and after businesses hours for use by Fire, Police, and/or EMS personnel. This information will be kept confidential. Completion of this form does not constitute completion of the business certificate process.

The Criminal Investigations Unit is responsible for reviewing reports and making a determination as to the solvability of a crime.

On Wednesday, November 12th the Cambridge Police, Fire, and Emergency Communications Departments gathered in Central Sq. to recognize recent accomplishments.