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Cambridge Street Code helps educate all users of the road about rules, etiquette, and how to get around the City safely.

Learn how Cambridge Animal Control Officers take extensive measures to ensure sick or injured animals receive the best care and support. 

Take an in-depth look into the City’s major initiatives for the new fiscal year--from affordable housing to traffic safety.

The Cambridge Police Department is proud to announce that Officer William Simmons was among the recipients of the 2025 Outstanding City Employee Awards.

Artists living or working in Cambridge are invited to participate in the Cambridge Arts Open Studios, held annually the second weekend in May.

This edition of The Cambridge Life will provide an overview of major initiatives as well as so much of the other climate work that are happening across the City. You’ll also learn about what the City is doing to support residents and businesses, how you can make your voice heard, and actions you can take to make a difference.

Information about the Planning Board Special Permit Process and downloadable copy of the application form. Also links to active and completed special permit documents.

The City of Cambridge is moving forward with targeted improvements to the 158 Spring Street building and Ahern Field to strengthen this important East Cambridge campus. The building project focuses on addressing aging infrastructure and improving safety, accessibility, and major systems such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope components. Limited classroom upgrades and common area improvements will help enhance the learning environment for students, staff, and visitors. Planned upgrades to the playground and splashpad areas will improve accessibility, safety, and functionality. These multi-use spaces support both school and neighborhood use. At Ahern Field, proposed improvements include a new synthetic turf field with lighting, renovated basketball and hockey/pickleball courts, better park entrances, new seating and gathering spaces, and enhanced landscaping to create a more welcoming and active space for people of all ages.

Anyone seeking to construct, alter, repair, or demolish a structure must first obtain a building permit. The building permit must be obtained before the start of any work and prominently posted at the job site.

The Cambridge Youth Council (CYC) has created a new mural in the CRLS Cafeteria. The mural aims to highlight the value of diversity by depicting people from different cultures coming together and appreciating one another's company.