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  Cambridge Seeks Nominations for Outstanding City Employee Award and Brian Murphy Award for Leadership and Public Service

  The City Manager’s Outstanding City Employee Award is an opportunity to recognize our colleagues for their exceptional contributions to public service. The Brian Murphy Award for Leadership in the Workplace and Public Service is a distinguished recognition given to leaders who display extraordinary qualities in the workplace and dedication to community service.

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  Cambridge Awarded What Works Cities Gold Certification for Exceptional Use of Data

  What Works Cities Certification represents the international standard of data excellence in city governance. Cambridge is the only New England city Certified at the Gold level in 2024, and one of two cities across the nation to achieve Gold level Certification three times (joining Washington, D.C.).

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  Cambridge Launches Grant Pilot for Nightlife and Entertainment Businesses

  Apply to the Cambridge Nightlife Industry and Thriving Entertainment Spaces (NITES) Grant! The Cambridge NITES grant is aimed at supporting the nightlife and entertainment industry in Cambridge by providing up to $5,000 awards for outdoor, nighttime events during the month of June.

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  Reminder to Apply for 2025 Cambridge Resident and Visitor Parking Permits

  Starting January 2, residents can apply or renew their Resident Parking Permits online and in-person.

• Renew Cambridge Dog License and Get Your Dog's Annual Rabies Vaccination at a Low-Cost Clinic April 5

  State law requires that all dogs over 6 months have a current dog license and have an annual rabies vaccination.

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  City of Cambridge Announces Ban on Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers to Protect Health and Environment

  The City of Cambridge is taking another step toward reducing noise and air pollution by officially prohibiting the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and requiring all users to transition to electric or battery-powered leaf blowers. This initiative aligns with the city’s commitment to protecting public health and reducing harmful emissions.

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  Mini-Grants Available for Youth Wellness, Healthy Eating, and Physical Activity Projects

  The Cambridge Public Health Department’s Health Promotion Mini-Grant Program will award up to $20,000 in total funding to projects from community organizations, schools, businesses, garden and farm programs, and government agencies that serve Cambridge.

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  Current Board Vacancies: Human Services Commission

  Serving on a board or commission can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to the quality of life of the community in which you live or work. Are you ready to play a critical role in shaping Cambridge’s civic landscape? Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply.

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  Complete and Return Your 2025 Annual City Census

  Be counted! Return your Census!