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454 Broadway
617-349-4296
22-CityView is responsible for the television and audio production needs related to programming on the City of Cambridge Municipal Channel.
344 Broadway, 1st Floor
617-349-4376
The Cambridge Animal Commission facilitates programs for animal control and welfare in the city.
344 Broadway
617-349-7205
The Director of Arts & Cultural Planning works with other departments in the City to advance arts and culture as an essential component to a high quality of life in a sustainable, inclusive, and connected Cambridge.
795 Massachusetts Ave., Ground Floor
617-349-4343
The Assessing Department manages commercial/industrial and residential property values and maintains an extensive database of property information. In addition, the Assessing Department manages personal property (business) values and motor vehicle excise tax.
795 Massachusetts Ave.
617-349-4240
The City Auditor provides independent, timely oversight of the City’s finances and operations and ensures the City’s programs are being executed legally, efficiently, and effectively. The Auditing Department is part of the Finance Department.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 3rd Floor
617-349-4270
The Budget Office’s primary responsibility is the preparation of the annual Operating and Capital budgets for submission by the City Manager to the City Council.
344 Broadway, 2nd Floor
617-349-4380
The Cambridge Arts Council funds, promotes, and presents high-quality, community-based arts programming for the benefit of artists, residents, and visitors.
491 Broadway
617-349-4900
The Cambridge Fire Department is to protect the lives and property of the people of Cambridge from fires, natural and man-made disasters, and hazardous materials incidents. The Department also provides emergency medical services and fire prevention services.
125 Sixth St.
617-349-3300
The Cambridge Police Department (CPD) is committed to providing the highest level of professional police service while respecting the constitutional rights of every person living in or visiting the City of Cambridge.
449 Broadway
617-349-4040
The Cambridge Public Library (CPL) is a dynamic, community-oriented system providing excellent services, collections and programs to all members of the community.
125 CambridgePark Drive, Suite 104
617-868-3401
The Cambridge Retirement System (CRS) is one of 106 contributory retirement systems in Massachusetts and is governed by a five member board.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-4260
The City Clerk is the official record keeper for the City of Cambridge. Records kept by the Office of the City Clerk include vital statistics (including birth, marriage, domestic partnerships and death) and business and professional certificates.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 2nd Floor
617-349-4280
The City Council, the policy setting arm of the City, derives its powers from the City Charter and the laws and Constitution of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-4300
The City Manager is responsible for providing leadership to and administration of all City departments and services, recommends policies and programs to the City Council, and implements Council legislation.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-4692
The Cambridge Commission for Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) works to reduce and eliminate the barriers that people with disabilities experience in our community.
51 Inman Street
617-349-4396
The Commission on Immigrant Rights & Citizenship (CIRC) works to address the needs of Cambridge’s immigrant community.
344 Broadway
617-349-4600
The Community Development Department (CDD) guides planning and future growth in a manner that best supports the overall health, sustainability and diversity of the city.
689 Massachusetts Ave.
617-349-7200
The Community Safety Department seeks to provide evidence-informed services that are rooted in harm reduction and trauma-informed principles and grounded in the belief that all people deserve respect, autonomy, dignity, and opportunity.
831 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-6150
The Consumers’ Council hosts A1 Datashred for a free public document shredding event
51 Inman St., 1st Floor
617-349-4361
The Election Commission is responsible for managing and supervising elections and the annual census in the City. The Election Commission also manages municipal campaign finance reporting and administers and enforces the City’s Ethics Ordinance.
250 Fresh Pond Pkwy., 1st Floor
617-349-4925
The Electrical Department oversees street and park lighting, the City’s Fire Alarm System, and City fiber cable network.
125 Sixth St.
617-349-6911
The Emergency Communications Department operates the City’s Combined Emergency Communications and 911 Center (ECC) located at the Robert W. Healy Public Safety Facility.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-4220
The Finance Department is responsible for the City's operating and capital finances, and fort processing payments for real estate and personal property taxes, municipal lien certificates, motor vehicle excise tax, and water bills.
831 Massachusetts Ave., 2nd Floor
617-349-4683
The Cambridge Historical Commission (CHC) is the city's historic preservation agency and seeks to preserve the integrity and diversity of Cambridge's built environment and to disseminate information about its history.
689 Massachusetts Ave.
617-349-4332
The Human Resources Department is responsible for overseeing the hiring new employees and a variety of functions in support of current City employees and retirees.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-4396
The Cambridge Human Rights Commission (CHRC) was established in 1984 to protect the civil rights of residents and visitors to the city.
51 Inman St.
617-349-6200
The Department of Human Service Programs (DHSP) provides a wide range of services and programs that touch almost every sector in the city: from newborns to senior citizens, from school-aged children to homeless families, from non-profit organizations to local employers.
831 Massachusetts Ave., 2nd Floor
617-349-9190
The Information Technology Department (ITD) provides centralized technology services to support municipal operations, the Cambridge Open Data Program, The Geographical Information System, and the City websites.
831 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-6100
The Inspectional Services Department (ISD) is responsible for the enforcement all laws and related City ordinances that pertain to the Massachusetts State Building Code and certain articles of the State Sanitary Code. ISD also enforces the Zoning Ordinance.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 3rd Floor
617-349-4121
The Law Department is responsible for providing legal representation and advice to the City and its officials in numerous areas of law.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-3355
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission’s mission is to advocate for a culture of respect and to monitor progress toward equality of all persons with regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.
831 Massachusetts Ave., 1st Floor
617-349-6140
The Cambridge License Commission is responsible for issuing numerous licenses/permits and enforcing rules, regulations, local ordinances and state laws. It also houses the Pole and Conduit Commission and enforces the Noise Ordinance.
795 Massachusetts Ave., 2nd Floor
617-349-4321
The Mayor serves as the Chairperson for both the City Council and the School Committee. As the official leader of the City, the Mayor fulfills political, ceremonial and community leadership functions on behalf of the City and serves as the City’s official receiver for visiting dignitaries and distinguished visitors.
795 Massachusetts Ave.
617-349-4236
The Office of Equity & Inclusion upholds and reaffirms the City’s position and commitment to equal employment opportunity, and assists in creating and maintaining an inclusive workforce that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-4694
The Cambridge Peace Commission promotes peace and social justice within Cambridge and in the wider world. It also promotes community resiliency and supports Cambridge’s Sister City relationships.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-6155
The primary function of Police Review & Advisory Board (PRAB) is to investigate and make findings regarding complaints brought by individuals against the Cambridge Police Department or police officers, and it also reviews Cambridge Police Department policies, practices and procedures.
119 Windsor St., Ground Level
617-665-3800
The mission of the Cambridge Public Health Department is to improve the quality of life for all who live, learn, work, and play in the city by preventing illness and injury; encouraging healthy behaviors; and ensuring safe and healthy environments.
135 Berkshire St.
617-349-6400
The Cambridge Public Schools (CPS) are committed to the twin goals of academic excellence and social justice for all students.
147 Hampshire St.
617-349-4800
The Cambridge Department of Public Works (DPW), provides dependable, high quality service maintaining, improving and expanding a safe, healthy, attractive, and inviting physical environment.
5 Bigelow Street
617-349-4310
The Purchasing Office is responsible for implementation and administration of the City’s centralized procurement processes.
344 Broadway
617-349-4700
The Traffic, Parking and Transportation Department (TP+T) oversees public parking and traffic operations, including the Resident Permit Program.
51 Inman St., 2nd Floor
617-349-4760
The Department of Veterans’ Services (DVS) serves as an advocate for all Cambridge veterans and their dependents.
250 Fresh Pond Pkwy.
617-349-4770
The Cambridge Water Department (CWD) is a municipally owned and operated water utility, responsible for the treatment and delivery of water to the residents of Cambridge.
831 Massachusetts Ave., Basement
617-349-6133
The Department of Weights and Measures enforces all laws, ordinances and regulations relating to the accuracy of weight and measuring devices used by local businesses.
51 Inman St.
617-349-4697
The Cambridge Commission on the Status of Women works in an inclusive manner to promote equality and justice for women and girls and advocates on their behalf.
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