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There are several opportunities for tree canopy development in Alewife Linear Park

City to Plant Third Miyawaki Miniforest at Peabody Elementary School.

Cambridge Urban Forest Management Recommendations

Join us for the closing reception of New Landscapes, a collaborative exhibition exploring how urban trees shape our health, justice, and community.

Plant 100 trees in the areas of Cambridge with the lowest canopy cover, making our most vulnerable neighborhoods healthier, cooler, and more beautiful places to live and visit.

Continued implementation of the Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP) guides development of Cambridge’s tree assets and enables the City to expand the urban forest canopy and be more resilient to climate change. In FY22, Public Works reached the UFMP ecommendation of planting 1,000 trees annually. To increase long-term survival of newly planted trees, Public Works has improved pre-planting soil preparation and post-planting aftercare. In fall 2021, over 10 tons of soil from composted yard waste was used to plant 475 trees. Miyawaki Microforest.

Public Hearing to consider the removal of public trees. Any objections to their removal must be submitted in writing to the City Arborist prior to or during the hearing

Leaves are falling and fall is here! Let’s learn about the trees in the park through stories and leaf rubbings. Recommended for children ages 5-8 and their caregivers.

In 2019, the City of Cambridge completed its Urban Forestry Master Plan. Since, the city has rebranded and taken action to upkeep the Urban Forestry Master Plan through programs such as Forest Friends and Water by Bike.

List of holidays when library branches will be closed throughout the year