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Cambridge One of Only 22 Cities to Earn Highest Credit Rating Possible from Rating Agencies

The City of Cambridge is one of only 22 cities in the United States to earn the highest credit rating possible from Moody’s Investors Service, S&P Global Ratings, and Fitch Ratings. The City has achieved this distinction of earning AAA ratings from each of the nation’s three major credit rating agencies every year since 1999.
Street Cleaning and Yard Waste Pickup Resume on Tuesday, April 1 for the 2025 Season

Street cleaning resumes on Tuesday, April 1 for the 2025 season. Just like last year, vehicles will not be towed during street cleaning operations. However, it's essential for residents to move their vehicles according to the posted street cleaning schedule to ensure thorough cleaning of our City streets. Parking tickets of $100 will be issued to those who do not move their vehicles.
38 Artists And Organizations Awarded $120,358 In Local Cultural Council Grants By Cambridge Arts

Overall Cambridge Arts and the City are distributing more than $300,000 to 60 artists, cultural organizations and grant reviewers via grants and stipends this year through three funding opportunities offered by Cambridge Arts: Organizational Investment Grants, Art for Social Justice Grants, and Local Cultural Council Project Grants.
Cambridge Preschool Program to Accept Additional Applications through April 14

The Cambridge Office of Early Childhood is offering a spring enrollment period for the Cambridge Preschool Program (CPP) to support families with preschool-aged children who have recently moved to Cambridge or who missed the earlier application period for the 2025-2026 school year.
Cambridge Seeks Nominations for Outstanding City Employee Award and Brian Murphy Award for Leadership and Public Service by 4-7-25

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.
Current Board Vacancies: American Freedmen Commission, Community Benefits Advisory Committee

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.
2025 Parking Permits Go In Effect on Tuesday, April 1

Residents who have not already renewed online or in-person should renew their parking permit at the City of Cambridge's Traffic, Parking, and Transportation Department in the City Hall Annex, 344 Broadway.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, April 5

The first of four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days in 2025 will be on Saturday, April 5 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at 50 Mooney Street. Please enter the event via Fawcett St. This event is for Cambridge residents only
Renew Cambridge Dog License & Get Your Dog's Annual Rabies Vaccination at 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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Coming Up

Meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board - April 2025 (Postponed from March)
6:00 PM
Monthly meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board held virtually via Zoom

Public Comment Session for Utilization of HUD Grants
1:00 PM
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of...
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of the City’s FY2026 Annual Action Plan and FY2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The purpose of the session is to solicit public comments on affordable housing, economic development, public service and other community development needs as they relate to low and moderate-income Cambridge residents, and HOPWA qualifying residents across Middlesex and Essex counties.
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Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting
6:00 PM
Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting
Human Rights Commission Meeting
6:00 PM
Monthly CHRC meeting.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, April 5
9:00 AM
The first of four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days in 2025
Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic (Dogs Only) and Annual Dog Licensing
9:00 AM
Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic and dog licensing

Cambridge Retirement Board Meeting
11:00 AM
Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by Massachusetts General Court and approved by the...
Pursuant to Chapter 2 of the Acts of 2023 adopted by Massachusetts General Court and approved by the Governor, the Cambridge Retirement System is authorized to use remote participation at meetings of the Board.
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Community Benefits Advisory Committee
3:30 PM
The Community Benefits Advisory Committee (CBAC) will meet to advance its purpose to act on the Guiding...
The Community Benefits Advisory Committee (CBAC) will meet to advance its purpose to act on the Guiding Principles for Community Benefits Funding set forth in the Community Needs Assessment.
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Regular City Council Meeting
5:30 PM
Regular City Council Meeting

Meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board - April 2025 (Postponed from March)
6:00 PM
Monthly meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board held virtually via Zoom

Public Comment Session for Utilization of HUD Grants
1:00 PM
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of...
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of the City’s FY2026 Annual Action Plan and FY2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The purpose of the session is to solicit public comments on affordable housing, economic development, public service and other community development needs as they relate to low and moderate-income Cambridge residents, and HOPWA qualifying residents across Middlesex and Essex counties.
View Full Description
Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting
6:00 PM
Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting
Human Rights Commission Meeting
6:00 PM
Monthly CHRC meeting.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day Saturday, April 5
9:00 AM
The first of four Household Hazardous Waste Collection Days in 2025
Low-Cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic (Dogs Only) and Annual Dog Licensing
9:00 AM
Annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic and dog licensing

Meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board - April 2025 (Postponed from March)
6:00 PM
Monthly meeting of the Police Review & Advisory Board held virtually via Zoom

Public Comment Session for Utilization of HUD Grants
1:00 PM
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of...
The Community Development Department will hold an information and public comment session in preparation of the City’s FY2026 Annual Action Plan and FY2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. The purpose of the session is to solicit public comments on affordable housing, economic development, public service and other community development needs as they relate to low and moderate-income Cambridge residents, and HOPWA qualifying residents across Middlesex and Essex counties.
View Full Description
Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting
6:00 PM
Cambridge Historical Commission Meeting

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