Attend meetings in Somerville from Feb. 2-9 about poll work, $3.2M for the lower-income
Public meetings this week look at becoming a poll inspector for the March 5 presidential primary election, federal funds for low- and moderate-income persons and funds for accessible parking.
Developer plan for reclamation at Jerry’s Pond slows only slightly for officials’ look at the site
Before getting back to talking in February about how to return the fenced-in Jerry’ Pond to public use – but keeping a part of the chain-link fence along Rindge Avenue – commissioners say they will have another site walk.
Go to Boston for Emack’s ‘Book of Saints’ photos and open eyes to what’s happening in Cambridge
Though the “Book of Saints” photography exhibit is in Boston, it couldn’t be more about Cambridge. The show is by Cambridge photographer Kristen Joy Emack and invites viewers to contemplate the impact of innovation-driven gentrification here.
Call for city investment in Jerry’s Pond sees loss in council vote, but a decadeslong fight goes on (updated)
Advocates for an expanded green space around a North Cambridge pond by affordable housing projects say their proposal is not defeated. They urge residents to speak up as a developer’s more modest plan makes its way through permitting.
Will Cambridge live up to its reputation, investing in its largest environmental justice community?
A stark contrast between Fresh Pond and Jerry’s Pond demands attention, raising questions about who and what we prioritize in our city.
Raising the floor of K-12 math literacy requires will of the entire Cambridge school community
The King Open School saw math success in the 1990s for students – especially Black, brown and poor – after discussions among and organizing by its community.
Attend meetings in Somerville from Dec. 8-15 about kids’ programs and plans at Lyndell’s
Public meetings this week look at climate action, equity for low-income families and the potential local effect of the Supreme Court’s Dobbs v. Jackson ruling about abortion rights, more housing on Broadway and more.
Take the next steps about municipal broadband and improve on a lackluster corporate monopoly
The release of a report in March showed a path forward for digital equity and municipal broadband in Cambridge. We strongly urge the city to take this plan and begin work on building a robust network that can serve the city.
In forum about housing and height of buildings, one candidate is already looking to surpass AHO
Though nearly all candidates support more housing density, only some would like to build much taller; others fear that building too tall could disrupt Cambridge’s distinct charm. At least one is already looking beyond a recently enacted limit of 15 stories.
Attend meetings in Cambridge from Sept. 22-29 about City Hall spending and a better Jerry’s Pond
Public meetings and gatherings this week look at the opening of Triangle Park, a city spending disparity study, Jerry’s Pond design, Massachusetts Avenue changes, ‘It’s Basic’ documentary screenings, backyard chickens and more.
