A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to an update on the Community Safety Department

To: City of Cambridge City Council From: The Cambridge Community Safety Department Date: April 23, 2025 Subject: Key Documents for Review Prior to Upcoming 04/28 Council Meeting Dear Council Members, In preparation for the upcoming City Council meeting, the Community Safety Department (CSD) respectfully submits the following documents for your review: 1. Comprehensive 2024 CSD Impact Report – A full account of departmental activities, outcomes, and initiatives undertaken over the previous calendar year. 2. Executive Summary of the 2024 Impact Report – A concise overview highlighting the department overview, performance metrics, and community response. 3. Most Recent Impact Data – FY25 data (as of 03/31/25) reflecting CSD’s ongoing work, including crisis response, community engagement, safety metrics, and operational effectiveness. These materials are intended to provide necessary context and support informed discussion during our scheduled session. We encourage council members to review the documents in advance and welcome any preliminary questions or requests for clarification. Should you require additional information ahead of the meeting, please do not hesitate to contact our office directly. Sincerely, Liz Speakman Director Community Safety Department