Redefining Community Engagement
In FY22, the Community Development Department (CDD) established a Community Engagement Advisory Group for staff to share best practices and reflect on strategies to make engagement more inclusive and equitable. This Group developed a handbook on inclusive and equitable engagement best practices which will be published in September 2022. The handbook, which uses an anti-racism and equity lens to approach planning, implementation, and reflection of community engagement strategies, will be used to increase participation in public processes and programs.
2025 MBTA Red Line Closures
The MBTA’s Track Improvement Program aims to eliminate all speed restrictions on the Red Line and to bring the tracks to a state of good repair. Work on the Red Line will result in multiple closures throughout the year.
July 4th Events
Youth ages 4-12 are encouraged to participate in the annual race, doll carriage and bike parade.
Eviction Record Sealing Workshop
Have you had an eviction case in Massachusetts?
Come to the workshop to
- Seal your eviction
- Ask about the new eviction record sealing law
- Work with a housing case manager
- Consult with an attorney
LGBTQ+ Friendly Housing Task Force Survey
The purpose of this survey is to hear from community members about their experiences and their ideas and hopes for LGBTQ+ friendly housing and spaces in Cambridge. This survey is open to any LGBTQ+ person who has lived in Cambridge or currently lives in Cambridge. Survey responses are anonymous. The survey results will be used to inform the recommendations provided by the LGBTQ+ Housing Task Force. The survey will be open February 6-16, 2024.
LGBTQ Seniors Health Care Report
The 2015 Report to Assess LGBTQ Inclusive, Patient-Centered Care for Seniors Across Nine Major Healthcare Organizations in Cambridge