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SeeClickFix allows the public to report various issues around the City directly to the responsible department for review and resolution.

Rules of Practice and Procedure document of the Board of Zoning Appeal. Copies of this document are on file in the City Clerk's Office.

This is a companion document to the Draft Alewife Preparedness Plan. It describes a range of resiliency strategies using a consistent, easy-to-read format for a broad audience.

The Commission works dynamically to maximize access to all aspects of Cambridge community life for individuals with disabilities, and strives to raise awareness of disability matters, to eliminate discrimination, and to promote equal opportunity for people with all types of disabilities – physical, mental and sensory.

2008 update to 1990 North Cambridge Neighborhood Study.

Map of open spaces and their recreational uses in Cambridge.

In 2024, the Urban Forestry Division of Cambridge Public Works planted 1,250 new trees and removed 5,000 square feet of pavement to create better planting conditions, enhancing the city's green infrastructure. The Division maintained a strong tree survival rate, with only 3.5% mortality for spring plantings, and expanded community engagement through the revamped Cambridge Urban Forest Friends newsletter, which saw over 105% subscriber growth. Residents can support the city's urban forest by becoming an Urban Forest Friend or subscribing to the newsletter.

This very actively used park lies along Broadway at the intersection with Norfolk Street and is right next to the Area IV Youth Center. The area features multi-purpose playing fields, a playground, water play and basketball courts. One edge of the park was improved in 2010 with a walking path, ornamental fencing, park furniture and landscaping.

The City of Cambridge is holding COVID-19 vaccine and booster clinics for people who live or work in Cambridge at the CambridgeSide mall.

The Community Safety Department provides residents with an alternative police response that prioritizes issues of mental and behavioral health in some of the city’s most vulnerable communities. CARE Team Members have extensive experience in social work, mental health counseling, developmental psychology, emergency medical services, and other areas.