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Cambridge is participating in the Commonwealth's Fossil Fuel Free Demonstration Program. This page provides information about the program goals and the development of the ordinance.

Take Precautions to Prevent Cold-Related Injury

2008 update to 1990 North Cambridge Neighborhood Study.

Update 6/18/25: Due to rain in the forecast, this story time has been cancelled. Children and families can join us for an outdoor story time and short walk at Alewife Brook Reservation. We will meet at the seating area on the bike path near the Alewife Brook Pathway and DCR Wetland Boardwalk: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CC32nJqG1Xk3b5zDA. There is no parking available on-site. Parking is available at Alewife MBTA station or limited on-street parking on Cambridgepark Drive. No registration is required. In case of bad weather, this event will be cancelled and the listing will be updated on the website. Please call 617-349-4023 with any questions, including day-of weather cancellations.

Mayor Simmons is committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community by actively promoting engagement and collaboration among all residents.

Building permits are issued by the Inspectional Services Department. Anyone seeking to construct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure must first obtain a building permit.

The Human Resources Department is responsible for overseeing the hiring new employees and a variety of functions in support of current City employees and retirees.

This summer, thousands of Cambridge children, youth, and teens participated in summer camps, programs, and athletics offered by the Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP).

This is a photo gallery of the 15 finalists in the 2020 Vacant Storefront Design Contest

We continuously strive to make City government more accessible to our residents, businesses and others who need to interact with us.