Virtual fundraising gala for homeless services includes talk with philosopher, lesson by chef
First Church in Cambridge plans a virtual fundraising gala Saturday for two community ministries continuing to take in and support the homeless, featuring a talk with philosopher Michael Sandel and, beforehand, a taped cooking demonstration from chef Tony Maws, owner of Craigie on Main.
Attend meetings on a 10-year infrastructure plan, project’s affordable units, superintendent search
Public meetings this week look at trying again on the rules of allowed businesses, and a 10-year infrastructure plan; shaping the Cambridge Public Schools budget and finding the next schools superintendent; allowing more acoustic entertainment; and more.
Attend meetings on legalized magic mushrooms, delivery-driven street name change, green roofs (updated)
Public meetings this week look at legalizing magic mushrooms, a delivery-driven street name change, trust and transparency around kids’ social-emotional health; town-gown reports from four institutions; ‘Green Roofs’ zoning petition; and Landmarking St. Augustine’s.
Bench bars at Cambridge T stops draw criticism as ‘hostile architecture’ aimed at the homeless
The City Council voted 8-1 on Monday to ask the MBTA to reconsider a bench design some consider “hostile architecture” installed recently at Cambridge T stations.
Attend meetings on coronavirus financial aid, vacant storefronts, Jerry’s Pond work and more
Public meetings this week look at why the city can’t grant direct Covid-19 aid, affordable housing work citywide under Covid-19, public schools’ approach to remote learning and in-person classes, development at large hazardous waste site and much more.
There’s a shadow over boutique hotel proposal: Bad process for affordable housing neighbors
A proposed boutique hotel addition in Central Square will cast overshadow its neighboring building of affordable housing – exactly what the previous owners of the building complained was going to be done to them, leading to fewer units.
Demands for return of ousted judge Sragow include threat to dismantle Homeless Court
In removing judge Roanne Sragow Licht, state District Court leadership has picked a fight with Cambridge city and church officials.
Empty Spaulding site will house homeless, returning War Memorial to school district
Two empty floors at Spaulding Hospital on Cambridge Street will be converted into a temporary, 57-bed homeless shelter, replacing the temporary shelter in the city’s War Memorial Recreation Center as of November.
Three stories of boutique hotel could go up, directly by affordable housing. But should it?
Do we really need a three-story addition atop a historic building for a “boutique hotel” in Central Square? Have you noticed the increasing number of homeless people who are seeking refuge and shelter in Central Square? How does this project address the urgent need for affordable housing?
Watch meetings on getting back to business, virtual graduation plans and remote learning
The City Council wants to get back to business, and the Cambridge Redevelopment Authority wants to help with small-business grants and loans – not to mention forging ahead with an Eversource substation. Meanwhile, school officials want to improve remote leaning, and figure out a ’20 graduation.
