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The City of Cambridge today announced a new initiative in which thousands of face masks will be distributed by members of the Cambridge Police Department to residents throughout the community beginning Thursday, April 30.

The City of Cambridge is hosting this meeting to collect community feedback about redesign ideas and the project process.

Information about the Central Square Commercial District. It includes market profile, business association and study documents about the Square.

The City of Cambridge issued an emergency order requiring that face masks or coverings be worn in indoor public places. The order takes effect at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, September 3, 2021. It applies to everyone over the age of two years old, with exceptions in alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health guidelines.

Join the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood to learn more about the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP). Families can apply to CPP for the 2027-2028 school year from October 1 through November 13, 2026.

Building on the City of Cambridge's commitment to reducing barriers and working with more diverse business owners, the City has completed its first ever Disparity Study focused on the procurement of goods and services.

The Pole and Conduit Commission regulates the installation and maintenance of electrical poles and underground conduits for City property.

Learn the basics of beaded jewelry making and the difference between semi-precious stones and precious stones. Participants will keep all pieces they make. This will be an in-person program at the Central Branch in the Lewis Room. Space is limited to 10 participants. Led by Zangar Freeman.

The Board of Zoning Appeal (BZA) has an important role in decisions that help shape the use and appearance of buildings in our community. Under the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance, certain uses and types of development may require a variance, special permit, or a comprehensive permit from the BZA, a quasi-judicial body that conducts public hearings on all applications and appeals before it and issues decisions. The Board also hears appeals of Zoning Determinations made by the Inspectional Services Department.

The Harvard Square Advisory Committee reviews applications for variances and special permits within the Harvard Square Overlay District.