Letter from Councillor Nolan and Mayor Siddiqui transmitting a Charter Review Committee Status Update

subscribe to our newsletter submit your ideas and feedback stay updated on all committee discussions Click here or scan the QR code to YOUR GUIDE TO THE CAMBRIDGE CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE The Cambridge City Charter is the City's constitution. It defines Cambridge's government structure, powers and functions. In Cambridge, the Charter explains the responsibilities of the City Council, City Manager, and School Committee and all other aspects of government, from how elections are run to who creates the budget. The Cambridge Charter was originally adopted by the voters in 1940 and hasn't been holistically reviewed in 60 years. WHAT IS THE CHARTER? The City Council of Cambridge appointed 15 residents of Cambridge to review the City's charter and make recommendations to ensure the charter reflects the needs of Cambridge residents.. WHO IS THE CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE? HOW DOES THE CHARTER AFFECT ME? The committee needs your involvement https://www.cambridgema.gov/charterreview how you are represented term lengths for elect officials who in Cambridge has certain responsibilities if roles in government are appointed or elected who is responsible to whom the city's budget process The charter controls: Join virtual committee meetings every other week on Tuesday at 5:30PM Cambridge has a City Council / City Manager form of government The City Council, legislative branch, has 9 councilors, all elected at-large by the proportional representation process. The Council serves 2-year terms and elect a new Mayor amongst themselves. The Mayor's role is like a council president and is the ceremonial figure head for the city The day to day operations of the city are run by the City Manager, who is appointed by the City Council. The City Manager serves under a contract, and all department heads report to the manager. CURRENT FORM OF GOVERNMENT