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The Community Development Department (CDD) guides planning and future growth in a manner that best supports the overall health, sustainability and diversity of the city.

The Citywide Growth Management Advisory Committee (CGMAC) addressed concerns expressed by the community about future density and traffic growth, the need for more housing, including affordable units, and opportunities for public review of large projects.  The Committee recoemmeded a series of significant zoning changes.

Unfortunately, due to the large demand and associated costs, we don't issue patches or coins as a matter of policy. However, the Cambridge Police Patrol Officers Association is selling limited edition commemorative Cambridge Police patches, stickers and face coverings.

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Department of Veterans’ Services provide an annuity in the amount of $2000 to 100% service-connected disabled veterans.

Veterans and dependents whose income is below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level, and whose assets do not exceed $5,000 if singled or $9,800 if married, may be eligible for Chapter 115 benefits.

Compensation is available for veterans who were injured on active duty or during a drill period.

Monthly CHRC meeting.

Monthly CHRC meeting on Zoom.

Project staff have begun the second round of catch basin treatment with larvicide, to prevent mosquitos from spreading West Nile Virus.

The role of arts & culture in building a Resilient Cambridge