CHC Books
Several publications on local history and neighborhood development are available for research or purchase. No purchase is necessary to view the books; office copies of all the books are available for reference at the Commission library. Many of these books are also available at the Cambridge Public Library.
Needs Assessment
The following report presents an analysis by the Commission on Immigrant Rights & Citizenship (CIRC) of the most pressing needs of Cambridge’s immigrant communities, particularly with regard to legal rights, citizenship and local resources for this information, based upon responses provided at two Focus Groups and through a series of thirty-three individual interviews with Cambridge immigrants, conducted in the winter/spring of 2017.
The ShadeScape of Cambridge
Shade plays a crucial role in cities for mitigating heat and creating a more comfortable environment on summer days, particularly in the context of increasing urban heat islands and rising temperatures. Explore the new maps and 3D visualization in the ShadeScape story map.
New Walking Group Series for Older Adults
The Cambridge Council on Aging and Department of Transportation are excited to announce a new Walking Group event series for Cambridge residents ages 60 and older!