Extreme Heat
Higher summer temperatures are becoming more common in Cambridge. Use this page to prepare and protect yourself and your neighbors.
Apply for/renew a Parking Permit
Parking permits allow residents and visitors to park in areas designated "Parking by Permit Only," on a first-come, first-served basis.
Greener City Fleet
Purchase 2 electric vehicles and 2 charging stations to accelerate Cambridge’s transition to cleaner transportation.
Overhead Wire Removal Continuing October 1
The MBTA is continuing to decommission its Overhead Catenary System (OCS) which had supported its recently retired Electric Trolley Bus Fleet. There will be a crew on Saturday, October 1 and Sunday, October 2 working from 6am to 6pm.
Cambridge Urban Forest Canopy Assessment
2005 report about the an Urban Forest Canopy Assessment conducted to develop a baseline estimate of the tree canopy cover in Cambridge and to estimate the value of environmental benefits provided by the urban forest.
The Cambridge Women Heritage Project
Celebrate the under-recognized contributions of diverse Cambridge women. Fund research and oral history interviews to triple the number of featured women. Redesign the current project website to boost collaboration with schools and libraries.