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Historic images from the beginning of the Cambridge Water Department (formerly Cambridge Water Works in the 1800s) to the 1950s.

1995 plan identifying issues in the Alewife area related to environment, public open space, transportation, housing, economic development and urban design.

Areas in front of schools and public buildings to be kept clear of parked vehicles for the safety of pedestrians.

It's easy to host block parties in Cambridge! There's no application fee and the City of Cambridge offers $200 awards and free Play Streets kits to support your celebration.

The Office of Early Childhood offers events, resources, and tools to help early childhood educators in Cambridge advance professionally

A vacancy has been created in the School Committee due to the resignation of Akriti Bhambi, effective November 15, 2022.

Deliver critical supplies to unhoused residents through established programs, including items such as socks, hats, gloves, hand warmers, feminine hygiene products, and other items to assist people living in unsheltered situations.

Cultural nonprofits active in Cambridge are eligible for a new round of COVID-19 Recovery Grants ranging from $6,000 to $30,000.

The Foundry Advisory Committee serves in an advisory capacity to the City of Cambridge and the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority, to help ensure that the Foundry building’s redevelopment and ongoing operation remains consistent with the Vision and Objectives established in the Demonstration Plan that grew out of an extensive community planning process. Help the City of Cambridge ensure that the Foundry located at 101 Rogers Street, remains a community space for arts, technology, and workforce development.

The Department of Public Works is excited to share the latest update to the City’s tree canopy assessment! The assessment was prepared by the University of Vermont’s Spatial Analysis Lab and analyzes changes to the tree canopy from 2018 through 2024. Our canopy experienced both loss and gains with an overall increase in Cambridge’s canopy by 5% from 2018 to 2024!