City & Community Support Provide Critical Financial Lifeline
One of Cambridge’s earliest actions in response to the emerging public health crisis was Mayor Sumbul Siddiqui and City Manager Louis A. DePasquale activating the Mayor’s Disaster Relief Fund to provide emergency assistance to individuals and families in Cambridge experiencing extreme financial hardship. Since March, more than $4.7 million in donations have been received from hundreds of generous residents and local corporations.
Homeownership Program Review
As part of the ongoing Homeownership Program Review process, the Housing Division is inviting current owners of affordable homes to attend an information and feedback session. These meetings are being held to provide an overview of the proposed recommendations to some of the program terms, including the way units increase in value and whether units can be passed through inheritance.
Vacancy Recount Results
Following a Vacancy Recount of the 2,860 ballots credited to Akriti Bhambi in the 2021 School Committee Election, Caroline M. Hunter was elected to the Cambridge School Committee for the remainder of the 2022-2023 term.
Finding a Second Home at the CLC
It can be challenging to take classes as an adult while also balancing work and family responsibilities. The CLC provides a supportive environment for students to build the skills needed for a fulfilling and successful career.
American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Funding
The American Rescue Plan will deliver $350 billion for eligible state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments to respond to the COVID-19 emergency and bring back jobs. The Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds provide a substantial infusion of resources to help turn the tide on the pandemic, address its economic fallout, and lay the foundation for a strong and equitable recovery.
Community Preservation Act Committee Hearing
The Community Preservation Act (CPA) Committee will hold a virtual public hearing to receive public requests and comments on FY26 funding for affordable housing, open space and historic preservation projects.
Open Data Review Board Vacancy
The city’s Open Data Program makes government data easily available in useful formats, and is intended to increase transparency, foster engagement among residents, and create new opportunities for collaboration between Cambridge and the public.