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Awaiting Report Status Update 2.9.26
Awaiting Report Status Update 2.9.26
AR#
Date Passed
Policy Order Summary
Status
Expected Date
Sponsors
Notes
26-02
05/12/25 That the City Manager is requested to work with the School
Department, the Department of Public Works, and other
relevant departments to ensure that all city owned parking
lots, with a focus on school complexes, including the still
under construction parking at Tobin/Darby Vassal school
complex, could be made available for after-hours use by
id
Active
03/23/26 Nolan (Lead); Siddiqui; Toner; Wilson;
Zusy
26-03
09/08/25 Establish a formal policy that clearly defines the City’s role
and financial responsibilities in supporting large-scale public
events hosted by Cambridge-based non-profit and not-for-
profit organizations.
Active
04/06/26 Simmons (Lead); McGovern; Toner;
Wilson
26-04
09/08/25 Seek input from the community as well as direct outreach to
condo owners and short-term rental operators and develop
additional recommendations based on the discussion in the
Ordinance Committee
Active
04/13/26 Nolan (Lead); McGovern; Siddiqui;
Sobrinho-Wheeler
26-05
12/08/25 Streamline the permitting process, including but not limited to
creating a central role dedicated to the permitting process, the
creation of a unified online permitting portal, and standardized
timelines, and report back to the City Council not later than
March 2026.
Active
TBD
Nolan (Lead); McGovern; Siddiqui;
Sobrinho-Wheeler
26-07
01/12/26 Restricting Eligibility for On-Street Resident Parking Permits
in New Transit-Oriented Developments.
Active
TBD
Zusy (Lead); Azeem; Nolan
26-08
01/12/26 That the City Manager is requested to direct the appropriate
City departments, including the Department of Transportation,
to evaluate and install a series of speed humps along
Fayerweather Street, with particular attention to the stretch
between Walnut Street and Field Street.
Active
TBD
Flaherty (Lead); Simmons (Lead);
McGovern
26-09
01/12/26 That the City Manager is requested to direct the City Solicitor
and the Community Development Department to review and
report back to the Council on (i) legal parameters related to
City funding and Tourism Destination Marketing District
restrictions, and (ii) oversight and accountability related to the
operation of the visitor information kiosk, and related
governance expectations, including alignment with City
priorities.
Active
TBD
Flaherty (Lead); Simmons (Lead)
26-10
01/12/26 That the City Manager is requested to work with relevant
departments to prepare for a Council discussion on best
future uses for City-owned properties and the processes for
redevelopment.
Active
TBD
Nolan (Lead); Siddiqui (Lead); Azeem;
Zusy
To be responded to at a
future City Council
Roundtable.
26-11
01/26/26 Incorporating plant-based solutions into the Sustainable
Cambridge initiative, incorporating plant-based purchasing
practices in City-operated events, and using municipal
communications channels to promote sustainable and
affordable food and drink practices throughout the City.
Active
TBD
Nolan (Lead); Sobrinho-Wheeler (Lead);
McGovern; Siddiqui
26-12
01/26/26 Prioritize pilot projects in 2026 without the use of a consultant
for an extensive pedestrianization study, and in the medium-
term consider how additional pedestrianization of a section of
Brattle Street by restoring two-way traffic to JFK Street could
enhance the Square.
Active
TBD
Nolan (Lead); Simmons (Lead);
Siddiqui; Zusy
26-13
01/26/26 Provide an update regarding Policy Order 2025 #69 FY26
Operating Budget a continued commitment to Emergency
Housing Vouchers for Permanent Supportive Housing and
Mixed Status Families, and the Transition Wellness Center.
Active
03/02/26 Al-Zubi (Lead); McGovern (Lead)
Awaiting Report Status Update 2.9.26
AR#
Date Passed
Policy Order Summary
Status
Expected Date
Sponsors
Notes
26-14
01/26/26 Comprehensive review of existing safety and security
measures at Cambridge City Hall, which shall include an
assessment of physical access controls, visitor screening
practices, on-site security staffing and training, emergency
response and evacuation protocols, and the use of security
technologies such as surveillance systems and alarm
monitoring.
Active
03/02/26 Flaherty (Lead); Simmons (Lead)