Broadband Task Force
City Manager Richard C. Rossi has appointed a Task Force to examine broadband service in Cambridge and evaluate the city’s internet infrastructure. The Task Force will examine options to increase competition, reduce pricing, and improve speed, reliability and customer service for both residents and businesses. Additionally, the Task Force will investigate scenarios for leveraging the City’s current or future fiber assets to expand access to broadband services, such as service to Cambridge Housing Authority (CHA) properties.
Cambridge Sports Night for Girls
Take a break from the cold and get active! This is a fun, free event for families with girls in grades K-5. Try basketball, cheer, football, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and MUCH more!
New Partnership Tracks COVID-19 Infections in Cambridge by Analyzing Wastewater
A new partnership with Biobot Analytics, Inc. in Cambridge offers a new approach to tracking COVID-19 outbreaks: analyzing wastewater. This week, for the first time, Cambridge will have access to local wastewater data that will serve as an early warning signal of increased COVID-19 infections in the city. This new monitoring tool will augment more traditional public health approaches for tracking and responding to disease outbreaks.
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.
Whittemore Avenue Area Traffic Calming
The 2011 reconstruction of Whittemore Avenue, Alewife Parkway to Magoun Street included traffic calming elements to reduce vehicle speeds and enhance safety for pedestrians
Finding your way at Danehy Park
This proposal will install new signs and maps at Danehy Park. Existing signs are broken, outdated, or missing making it difficult to navigate the 50-acre park. New signs will make Danehy inviting and easy to navigate for all visitors.
Scam Alert from the Cambridge Department
The Cambridge Police Department would like to alert the community of a phone scam that involves someone calling the public impersonating Cambridge Police, even using the real names of our officers.