Other Sustainability Information
In addition to initiatives to make buildings and vehicles more sustainable, the City addresses other issues including: Urban forestry, Recycling, composting, and waste reduction, Environmentally preferable purchasing, Stormwater management and Safe drinking water supply.
Draft Updated Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Plan Public Hearing (Virtual)
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.
Harvard Place
Cascap, Inc. converted of the former Harvard Manor nursing home to 21 units of assisted living for low-income seniors in 1999
Making Danehy Friendlier and Healthier
Danehy’s signage can be confusing. Fitness stations are hard to find and people work out on benches. The City will improve fitness options for adults, add seating in the dog park, and revamp signage to show everybody what Danehy has to offer.
Electrical Permits
An electrical permit is required for all work to be performed in accordance with the Massachusetts Electrical Code (MEC), 527 CMR 12.00.