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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

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.

July is Disability Pride Month! This month also marks the 35th anniversary of the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Learn how the Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) is honoring this month and milestone.

The City of Cambridge is proposing a new Community Safety Department (CSD) that will coordinate community driven solutions to enhance safety in the community, with key services and programs targeted at our most vulnerable populations.

Join us for an unforgettable performance of the original play "The Big Christmas Show." All of the play's performers are participants in The Cambridge Program, which serves residents with disabilities who are age 11 and older.

Join us for an unforgettable performance of the original play "The Big Christmas Show." All of the play's performers are participants in The Cambridge Program, which serves residents with disabilities who are age 11 and older.

In Massachusetts, the “Omicron surge” peaked in early January, a few weeks earlier than had been predicted. Based on wastewater samples collected from Cambridge, Boston, and surrounding communities, the peak of Omicron infections occurred on January 5.

The Community Development Department commissioned the Inclusionary Housing Study to examine the current inclusionary housing provisions in the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance and determine whether any changes to the ordinance are warranted. This resulted in a Zoning Petition.

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.

A Dutch Traffic Garden, called “Safety School” in the U.S., is a permanent park for children to learn transportation etiquette by role playing. Kids take turns biking, walking, and driving a miniature streetscape in a safe environment.