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There are opportunities for you to learn more about the Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan. The project team will be hosting in-person and virtual office hours to answer your questions about the Draft Plan.

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In accordance with the City’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit, Cambridge is developing a Phosphorus Control Plan to address stormwater runoff to the Charles River. As part of the City’s stormwater program, Cambridge is working to reduce its current phosphorus loads to the Charles River through a combination of non-structural controls, like street cleaning, and structural controls, like tree box filters and rain gardens. Phase 1 of this plan must achieve the first 25% of the City’s phosphorus load reduction requirement by June 30, 2028.

Learn how Cambridge Animal Control Officers take extensive measures to ensure sick or injured animals receive the best care and support. 

Learn how to get involved in the Combined Sewer Overflow Control Plan

Movie: A Nice Indian Boy

Movie: Everything Everywhere All at Once Evelyn Quan Wang, a Chinese American immigrant who discovers that she must connect with parallel universe versions of herself.

Movie: The Imitation Game (2014) (PG-13) In 1951, police investigate mathematician Alan Turing. During his interrogation, Turing talks of his work at Bletchley Park during WWII.

The City of Cambridge, City of Somerville, and Massachusetts Water Resources Authority (MWRA) invite community members to a public hearing on the Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Plan. The plan identifies projects and strategies to reduce combined sewer overflows in the Alewife Brook, Mystic River, and Charles River.

Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.