About The City Council
The City Council, the policy setting arm of the City, derives its powers from the City Charter and the laws and Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Meet the Finalists Forum
The public is invited to come hear from each of the finalists in the Cambridge City Manager search process. The finalists will present their vision for the City, answer questions, and meet members of the public. This event will be televised on 22-CityView.
Swinging in the City
Install six to eight porch swings in public squares and parks around Cambridge for residents of all ages to have fun and enjoy the experience of being a kid again!
Importance of Water Conservation During Drought Periods
The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) carefully monitors the City’s water supply system on a weekly basis to ensure an adequate supply of water is available to meet the needs of our residents, businesses, and local organizations.
Charging into the Future
Let us help Cambridge drive and ride into the future with new publicly accessible electric car, bike, and scooter charging stations. Pole-mounted stations make on-street charging a reality, benefiting those who do not have dedicated driveways.
Funding for the Trust
The Cambridge Affordable Housing Trust receives significant financial support through the Community Preservation Act. The Affordable Housing Trust also benefits from funds generated by the City’s Incentive Zoning Ordinance. harvard also provided low-interest loan funds for affordable housing.
View the Annual Budget
Each spring, the City Manager submits a budget to the City Council for their consideration.