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| Service | Department |
|---|---|
Plumbing PermitA plumbing permit is required for all work to be performed in accordance with the pertinent provision of the Massachusetts State Plumbing Code and Chapter 142 of the General Laws. |
Inspectional Services617-349-6100 |
Pole & Conduit PermitPole & Conduit Permits are issued by the Pole and Conduit Commission and governed by Massachusetts General Law ch. 166 and Cambridge Ordinance and Regulations. |
License Commission617-349-6140 |
Police Chaplaincy ProgramEstablished in 2013, the Cambridge Police Chaplaincy Program is the first of its kind in the Commonwealth where chaplains will work with the department and be called out to crime scenes and significant events to offer services to officers, victims, and members of the community. |
Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
Pools and Swimming ResourcesResidents can enjoy the two indoor pools at the War Memorial Recreation Center (1640 Cambridge St.) year-round. Gold Star Pool (123 Berkshire St.) is on outdoor pool open to the public during summer months. |
Human Service Programs617-349-6200 |
Preschool ProgramsThe Department of Human Service Programs Preschool program believes that young children learn through play. |
Human Service Programs617-349-6200 |
Prescription Drop Box and Sharps CollectionThrough a partnership with the Cambridge Public Health Department and the Cambridge Prevention Coalition, the Cambridge Police Department is an approved controlled substance collection site for residents of the City of Cambridge. |
Cambridge Police617-349-3300 |
Preservation GrantsTo aid in the preservation and rehabilitation of these older buildings, the Historical Commission administers various federal, state, and local programs. |
Historical Commission617-349-4683 |
Property Mailing Address ChangeThe form to use to change the address where a person or organization can be communicated with. |
Assessing617-349-4343 |
Public Records RequestUnder Massachusetts law, every person has a right to access public government records. |
Law617-349-4121 |
Public Safety EmploymentThese positions are filled on a permanent basis primarily as the result of open competitive exams administered by the Massachusetts Human Resources Division. |
Human Resources617-349-4332 |
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