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1627 Mass Ave, Cambridge
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Higher Education Institutions
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11 months, 3 weeks ago
Biking on the cycle track
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11 months, 3 weeks ago
Biking
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11 months, 3 weeks ago
I commute past the site
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
If you listen to their meetings, it’s quite clear many members are opposed—listen to the BZA meetings on 2072 Mass. Ave. or the 3-4 Planning Board meetings on ending exclusionary zoning.
Supported a comment by Patrick J on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Patrick J
Housing affordability, board appointments more reflective of the public and more representative across the class spectrum, transparency, attention to long-term goals set by the City Council.
Housing affordability, board appointments more reflective of the public and more representative across the class spectrum, transparency, attention to long-term goals set by the City Council.
Supported a comment by Brian A on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Brian A
Cost of living within the city.
Cost of living within the city.
Supported a comment by Sue Hyde on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Sue Hyde
Keeping Cambridge a city where people of all incomes can live
Keeping Cambridge a city where people of all incomes can live
Supported a comment by Phineas Baxandall on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Phineas Baxandall
The most important issue is the one which the city has the greatest control over: the amount of affordable housing. The City Manager must not be afraid of increasing housing density, even if that unsettles some residents. This is particularly important near transit stops.
The most important issue is the one which the city has the greatest control over: the amount of affordable housing. The City Manager must not be afraid of increasing housing density, even if that unsettles some residents. This is particularly important near transit stops.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Great point, Eugenia—the new City Manager should replace the City's massive overuse of unrepresentative forms of anecdotal input with data from scientifically valid surveys!
Supported a comment by Eugenia Schraa on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Eugenia Schraa
Someone who is ambitious to show the world what a great city can do — *How much can residents do 🚗 car-free? *How far will 🥾 pedestrianizing Harvard Square (for example) go to make local businesses thrive? *How diverse & 🤝 inclusive can every city department be? *Can't we finally DISPENSE WITH PUBLIC COMMENT, bringing 🤑 rich people with lots of time on their hands down to the same level as working people and families who want to vote for City Council + then let them get it done without 😩 logging unpaid hours on a myriad of exhausting projects?
Someone who is ambitious to show the world what a great city can do — *How much can residents do 🚗 car-free? *How far will 🥾 pedestrianizing Harvard Square (for example) go to make local businesses thrive? *How diverse & 🤝 inclusive can every city department be? *Can't we finally DISPENSE WITH PUBLIC COMMENT, bringing 🤑 rich people with lots of time on their hands down to the same level as working people and families who want to vote for City Council + then let them get it done without 😩 logging unpaid hours on a myriad of exhausting projects?
Supported a comment by Eugenia Schraa on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Eugenia Schraa
🏠 Let's get everyone a home — bring down housing costs + end homelessness. 💀 No more traffic deaths — make the streets safe for walking & biking; reduce car dependency. 🤝 Diversity & inclusion in every city department. 🌎 Cities can save the planet — let's stack up those homes near transit & retail. 👪 Give families a voice at DHSP Preschools. 👄 MAKE THIS THE LAST QUESTIONNAIRE: No more public comment to amplify leisure class power. (And put renters on boards with input on zoning.) 🎒 Schools — no more tolerating a huge racial achievement gap at CPS. Shameful. 💗 Keep expanding Cambridge RISE. ✨ Cambridge is the best city — let's let anyone who wants to come live here + raise their kids. ✨
🏠 Let's get everyone a home — bring down housing costs + end homelessness. 💀 No more traffic deaths — make the streets safe for walking & biking; reduce car dependency. 🤝 Diversity & inclusion in every city department. 🌎 Cities can save the planet — let's stack up those homes near transit & retail. 👪 Give families a voice at DHSP Preschools. 👄 MAKE THIS THE LAST QUESTIONNAIRE: No more public comment to amplify leisure class power. (And put renters on boards with input on zoning.) 🎒 Schools — no more tolerating a huge racial achievement gap at CPS. Shameful. 💗 Keep expanding Cambridge RISE. ✨ Cambridge is the best city — let's let anyone who wants to come live here + raise their kids. ✨
Supported a comment by Matthew G on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Matthew G
Affordable housing and pedestrian or bike safety mean the most to us right now. I support the recent changes to Mass Ave that provide separate, safer bike lanes and faster bus service.
Affordable housing and pedestrian or bike safety mean the most to us right now. I support the recent changes to Mass Ave that provide separate, safer bike lanes and faster bus service.
Supported a comment by Cathy H on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Cathy H
Willing to be innovative, bold and comprehensive in the areas of housing funds, preservation and creation and in alleviating poverty.
Willing to be innovative, bold and comprehensive in the areas of housing funds, preservation and creation and in alleviating poverty.
Supported a comment by Cathy H on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Cathy H
More money for the Affordable Housing Trust so more affordable projects can be undertaken; change to zoning to get rid of single family only districts to increase housing production
More money for the Affordable Housing Trust so more affordable projects can be undertaken; change to zoning to get rid of single family only districts to increase housing production
Supported a comment by Cathy H on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Cathy H
Opportunity to challenge the status quo, reach out to voices not usually heard or represented (e.g. 2/3 of cambridge is renters--work to ease the housing shortage).
Opportunity to challenge the status quo, reach out to voices not usually heard or represented (e.g. 2/3 of cambridge is renters--work to ease the housing shortage).
Supported a comment by Katherine T on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Katherine T
Housing, primarily increasing ffordability for families
Housing, primarily increasing ffordability for families
Supported a comment by Katherine T on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Katherine T
Housing, primarily increasing affordability for families and renters.
Housing, primarily increasing affordability for families and renters.
Supported a comment by Deborah Ruhe on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Deborah Ruhe
Affordable Housing.
Affordable Housing.
Supported a comment by Karl Aspelund on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Karl Aspelund
Working with the City Council for reforms of city government and zoning processes that make democratically elected institutions the center of power in Cambridge and promote the construction of a lot of new housing to ease our acute housing crisis.
Working with the City Council for reforms of city government and zoning processes that make democratically elected institutions the center of power in Cambridge and promote the construction of a lot of new housing to ease our acute housing crisis.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
You are most welcome!
Supported a comment by Brian Cafferelli on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Brian Cafferelli
Affordable housing, municipal broadband, and safe cycling infrastructure.
Affordable housing, municipal broadband, and safe cycling infrastructure.
Supported a comment by Jimmy Koppel on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Jimmy Koppel
Increasing housing supply
Increasing housing supply
Supported a comment by Jimmy Koppel on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Jimmy Koppel
Opportunities: The immense attractiveness of this city and ability to create higher-density housing so more people can live here and so more shops and restaurants can open Challenges: Groups that oppose development
Opportunities: The immense attractiveness of this city and ability to create higher-density housing so more people can live here and so more shops and restaurants can open Challenges: Groups that oppose development
Supported a comment by Jimmy Koppel on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Jimmy Koppel
Build more housing!
Build more housing!
Supported a comment by FRANCESCA HOLINKO on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
FRANCESCA HOLINKO
Help for the homeless and low income families
Help for the homeless and low income families
Supported a comment by FRANCESCA HOLINKO on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
FRANCESCA HOLINKO
I would like the new city manager to have a commitment for working with low income earners and the homeless. With so many wealthy people in Cambridge, we've lost sight of those in need. This is a difficult time for many among us. A new playground was recently constructed in my neighborhood near Danehy Park. Its great for the kids, but iI couldn't help thinking that this could have been a village of tiny houses for the homeless. Right next to an already huge public park, there are so many resources there for kids. How about some resources for the homeless?
I would like the new city manager to have a commitment for working with low income earners and the homeless. With so many wealthy people in Cambridge, we've lost sight of those in need. This is a difficult time for many among us. A new playground was recently constructed in my neighborhood near Danehy Park. Its great for the kids, but iI couldn't help thinking that this could have been a village of tiny houses for the homeless. Right next to an already huge public park, there are so many resources there for kids. How about some resources for the homeless?
Supported a comment by Neil M on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Neil M
Supportive of city professionals. Enable them to apply their expertise to advance city goals, even when there's criticism from some members of the public. Data-driven, e.g. they should base decisions on sources of information that truly are representative of the city, and recognize the limitations of traditional forms of public input
Supportive of city professionals. Enable them to apply their expertise to advance city goals, even when there's criticism from some members of the public. Data-driven, e.g. they should base decisions on sources of information that truly are representative of the city, and recognize the limitations of traditional forms of public input
Supported a comment by Neil M on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Neil M
Housing. Renters, in market-rate or affordable units (CHA, non-profit, or inclusionary zoning) are the majority in Cambridge. When Council sets goals or asks staff to implement policy that increases the availability of housing or adds tenant protections, the city manager should take this seriously.
Housing. Renters, in market-rate or affordable units (CHA, non-profit, or inclusionary zoning) are the majority in Cambridge. When Council sets goals or asks staff to implement policy that increases the availability of housing or adds tenant protections, the city manager should take this seriously.
Supported a comment by Danforth N on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Danforth N
Communicating with the neighborhood associations that fight to stall progressive change (neighborhood associations are mostly NIMBY)
Communicating with the neighborhood associations that fight to stall progressive change (neighborhood associations are mostly NIMBY)
Supported a comment by Sharlene Y on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Sharlene Y
I think that the new City Manager should have experience working with and leading a diverse population of employees through a lens of racial equity. This person should also be a seasoned problem solver who can think outside the box and values building purposeful partnerships and authentic relationships. Even though Cambridge is a diverse city that has a reputation for being progressive, we are not as progressive and inclusive as we think are. There is a lot of work to be done to make opportunities truly equitable--both for city employees and our residents-- and in order for this work to truly incorporate the voices and represent the diverse people who both work and live in the city, this work should be done through a process of co-creation rather than cursory surveys and top-down decision making.
I think that the new City Manager should have experience working with and leading a diverse population of employees through a lens of racial equity. This person should also be a seasoned problem solver who can think outside the box and values building purposeful partnerships and authentic relationships. Even though Cambridge is a diverse city that has a reputation for being progressive, we are not as progressive and inclusive as we think are. There is a lot of work to be done to make opportunities truly equitable--both for city employees and our residents-- and in order for this work to truly incorporate the voices and represent the diverse people who both work and live in the city, this work should be done through a process of co-creation rather than cursory surveys and top-down decision making.
Supported a comment by Petru Sofio on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Petru Sofio
I want a city manager that is committed to the safe cycling ordinance. Making Cambridge a car-lite city is very key for the future. They need to be pro vision 0 and they also need to remain focused on our climate goals.
I want a city manager that is committed to the safe cycling ordinance. Making Cambridge a car-lite city is very key for the future. They need to be pro vision 0 and they also need to remain focused on our climate goals.
Supported a comment by Petru Sofio on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Petru Sofio
And more housing please ! We have a major housing crisis in this city.
And more housing please ! We have a major housing crisis in this city.
Supported a comment by Petru Sofio on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Petru Sofio
Please make sure the city manager supports vision zero. Thank you !
Please make sure the city manager supports vision zero. Thank you !
Supported a comment by James L on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
James L
Housing and safe transportation.
Housing and safe transportation.
Supported a comment by Kristina Looper on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Kristina Looper
The city manager should focus on Cambridge's need for more housing, for affordable housing, and for improved pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
The city manager should focus on Cambridge's need for more housing, for affordable housing, and for improved pedestrian and cycling infrastructure.
Supported a comment by Kristina Looper on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Kristina Looper
It will be challenging for the city manager to implement the changes necessary to improve walkability and cycling safety in the face of vocal pushback, but this will also be an opportunity to improve day-to-day life for Cantabrigians.
It will be challenging for the city manager to implement the changes necessary to improve walkability and cycling safety in the face of vocal pushback, but this will also be an opportunity to improve day-to-day life for Cantabrigians.
Supported a comment by Steve Horner on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Steve Horner
The City Manager should uphold our shared vision of returning Cambridge to a place for people, instead of a highway/pass-through to connect the suburbs with Boston. We have prioritized one form of travel for the past few decades, and we have ceded more and more of our city to car culture, which is unsustainable. It's time we return to our roots. The city manager should be working to implement the will of the people, as expressed by the public and ordinances proposed by Councillors. The CM should not decide unilaterally to ignore study/feasibility requests (ie public broadband or reclaiming our waterfront space/closing Mem Drive).
The City Manager should uphold our shared vision of returning Cambridge to a place for people, instead of a highway/pass-through to connect the suburbs with Boston. We have prioritized one form of travel for the past few decades, and we have ceded more and more of our city to car culture, which is unsustainable. It's time we return to our roots. The city manager should be working to implement the will of the people, as expressed by the public and ordinances proposed by Councillors. The CM should not decide unilaterally to ignore study/feasibility requests (ie public broadband or reclaiming our waterfront space/closing Mem Drive).
Supported a comment by Tim Lewandowski on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tim Lewandowski
NIMBY thinking and onerous zoning regulations
NIMBY thinking and onerous zoning regulations
Supported a comment by Steve Horner on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Steve Horner
There is a tiny fraction of extremely wealthy Cantabrigians who think they own the city, and fight tooth and nail to halt all progress and change. The CM needs to tell these people, "NO. Cambridge is for everyone, not just you."
There is a tiny fraction of extremely wealthy Cantabrigians who think they own the city, and fight tooth and nail to halt all progress and change. The CM needs to tell these people, "NO. Cambridge is for everyone, not just you."
Supported a comment by Tim Lewandowski on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tim Lewandowski
Increasing housing supply
Increasing housing supply
Supported a comment by Carolyn Fuller on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Carolyn Fuller
Someone who sees their role as a service position, answerable to our elected counselors. Cambridge has elected a super majority of counselors who support more housing and safer streets for bikes and pedestrians, and yet, our planning board is packed with people who are opposed to more housing and the shared streets experimentation failed to get our current city manager's full support.
Someone who sees their role as a service position, answerable to our elected counselors. Cambridge has elected a super majority of counselors who support more housing and safer streets for bikes and pedestrians, and yet, our planning board is packed with people who are opposed to more housing and the shared streets experimentation failed to get our current city manager's full support.
Supported a comment by Carolyn Fuller on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Carolyn Fuller
Housing and safer streets for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Housing and safer streets for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Supported a comment by Thouis Jones on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Thouis Jones
Improving walkability, reducing car dependence and significantly cutting motor vehicle traffic in Cambridge.
Improving walkability, reducing car dependence and significantly cutting motor vehicle traffic in Cambridge.
Supported a comment by Thouis Jones on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Thouis Jones
Safe streets for pedestrians, cyclists.
Safe streets for pedestrians, cyclists.
Supported a comment by Thouis Jones on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Thouis Jones
Significantly cutting car traffic by removing lanes, creating pedestrianized streets, improving public transport.
Significantly cutting car traffic by removing lanes, creating pedestrianized streets, improving public transport.
Supported a comment by Thouis Jones on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Thouis Jones
There are too many cars in Cambridge.
There are too many cars in Cambridge.
Supported a comment by Matt Goldstein on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Matt Goldstein
Housing for middle and low income people! Slower, safer streets! Municipal broadband.
Housing for middle and low income people! Slower, safer streets! Municipal broadband.
Supported a comment by Matt Goldstein on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Matt Goldstein
More housing. Municipal broadband. Here’s a litmus test for housing: can every teacher in CPS who wants to live in Cambridge afford to do so? Every police officer?
More housing. Municipal broadband. Here’s a litmus test for housing: can every teacher in CPS who wants to live in Cambridge afford to do so? Every police officer?
Supported a comment by Kosta F on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Kosta F
Increase density, improve walkability, micromobility, transit, lobbying for both regional and local solutions for homelessness and housing prices, improving social scene and community closeness.
Increase density, improve walkability, micromobility, transit, lobbying for both regional and local solutions for homelessness and housing prices, improving social scene and community closeness.
Supported a comment by Mark Steffen on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Mark Steffen
I would like more affordable housing build in the North Cambridge area. We recently lost the chance to build an apartment building on Mass Ave because of pushback about the number of cars it would attract and other considerations that led the developer to pull its bid. Again, I would support increased city spending on bonuses to private developers if it meant they were restricted to listing new apartments at a rate that is affordable to the average salary in the area.
I would like more affordable housing build in the North Cambridge area. We recently lost the chance to build an apartment building on Mass Ave because of pushback about the number of cars it would attract and other considerations that led the developer to pull its bid. Again, I would support increased city spending on bonuses to private developers if it meant they were restricted to listing new apartments at a rate that is affordable to the average salary in the area.
Supported a comment by Mark Steffen on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Mark Steffen
We’ve lost small businesses since the start of the pandemic, and the city has a very high upfront cost for a business to get started and lease a location. The CM should work to reduce this burden and perhaps develop a sliding scale for payments where businesses are able to pay more in taxes after being given a break for their first 2-3 years.
We’ve lost small businesses since the start of the pandemic, and the city has a very high upfront cost for a business to get started and lease a location. The CM should work to reduce this burden and perhaps develop a sliding scale for payments where businesses are able to pay more in taxes after being given a break for their first 2-3 years.
Supported a comment by Mark Steffen on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Mark Steffen
Previously municipal experience is important, especially in the greater Boston area. I recommend Jay Ash, former CM in Chelsea. Or at least ask his opinion on who to recommend.
Previously municipal experience is important, especially in the greater Boston area. I recommend Jay Ash, former CM in Chelsea. Or at least ask his opinion on who to recommend.
Supported a comment by Tessa Green on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tessa Green
I want a city manager who is focused on safe streets, vision zero, and improving bike infrastructure and other transportation options. I also want someone who will actually prioritize moving municipal broadband forward, and who support increased housing in Cambridge
I want a city manager who is focused on safe streets, vision zero, and improving bike infrastructure and other transportation options. I also want someone who will actually prioritize moving municipal broadband forward, and who support increased housing in Cambridge
Supported a comment by Mark Hughes on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Mark Hughes
Need to build more, and we need to take advantage of vertical space. Buildings can be taller to accommodate more residents. Let's get creative with building design.
Need to build more, and we need to take advantage of vertical space. Buildings can be taller to accommodate more residents. Let's get creative with building design.
Supported a comment by Jennifer Fries on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Jennifer Fries
I would like the City Manager to focus on creating safer, vibrant streets and neighborhoods; strong schools; and ample affordable housing, especially near T stops. I'd like to see them institute performance-based parking so that there is always space available, particularly in our business districts, to reduce cruising by setting pricing to maintain 85% parking occupancy. I want to see connected, protected bike lanes that allow residents (including children) to safely ride from one part of the city to another, especially to our schools and sports fields. I hope to see more housing built, and particularly more affordable housing, to address the housing crisis in the city.
I would like the City Manager to focus on creating safer, vibrant streets and neighborhoods; strong schools; and ample affordable housing, especially near T stops. I'd like to see them institute performance-based parking so that there is always space available, particularly in our business districts, to reduce cruising by setting pricing to maintain 85% parking occupancy. I want to see connected, protected bike lanes that allow residents (including children) to safely ride from one part of the city to another, especially to our schools and sports fields. I hope to see more housing built, and particularly more affordable housing, to address the housing crisis in the city.
Supported a comment by Will Paul on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Will Paul
Transit (bikes/bus) and housing development
Transit (bikes/bus) and housing development
Supported a comment by Tim Russell on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tim Russell
The next City Manager should be ethical, approachable, and have integrity combined with a view looking to the future of Cambridge - a future where Cambridge works to mitigate the effects of climate change through better infrastructure and less reliance on cars and the housing crisis through policies that lead to more housing (affordable and market-rate) being built in Cambridge.
The next City Manager should be ethical, approachable, and have integrity combined with a view looking to the future of Cambridge - a future where Cambridge works to mitigate the effects of climate change through better infrastructure and less reliance on cars and the housing crisis through policies that lead to more housing (affordable and market-rate) being built in Cambridge.
Supported a comment by Tim Russell on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tim Russell
Push back on additional safe infrastructure by a vocal minority and building representative community boards that include voices other than rich white homeowners.
Push back on additional safe infrastructure by a vocal minority and building representative community boards that include voices other than rich white homeowners.
Supported a comment by Tim Russell on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Tim Russell
Safe connected cycling infrastructure, better bus service, fewer commuters cutting through neighborhoods during rush hour, affordable housing, red-light cameras, speed limit enforcement, city broadband, additional opportunities for CPS students, ...
Safe connected cycling infrastructure, better bus service, fewer commuters cutting through neighborhoods during rush hour, affordable housing, red-light cameras, speed limit enforcement, city broadband, additional opportunities for CPS students, ...
Supported a comment by Russ Windman on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Russ Windman
Public safety is endangered daily on Cambridge roadways( Fresh Pond Parkway for example)that are under the jurisdiction of DCR which has proven negligent in law enforcement and concern for public safety. Areas that endanger Cambridge residents should be removed from DCR control and put in the hands of Cambridge City government.
Public safety is endangered daily on Cambridge roadways( Fresh Pond Parkway for example)that are under the jurisdiction of DCR which has proven negligent in law enforcement and concern for public safety. Areas that endanger Cambridge residents should be removed from DCR control and put in the hands of Cambridge City government.
Supported a comment by Roy Russell on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Roy Russell
Municipal broadband including digital equity, improved transportation (e.g. cycling, pedestrian) infrastructure, improved zoning (e.g. removal of parking minimums, some higher density zoning, etc.)
Municipal broadband including digital equity, improved transportation (e.g. cycling, pedestrian) infrastructure, improved zoning (e.g. removal of parking minimums, some higher density zoning, etc.)
Supported a comment by Roy Russell on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Roy Russell
The city has launched a municipal broadband feasibility study which will be completed early in the next manager's term. The new city manager should be prepared (and hopefully supportive) of this project which will be a very visible (nationwide) project to address digital equity. This should be a draw for candidates who are interested in working on this.
The city has launched a municipal broadband feasibility study which will be completed early in the next manager's term. The new city manager should be prepared (and hopefully supportive) of this project which will be a very visible (nationwide) project to address digital equity. This should be a draw for candidates who are interested in working on this.
Supported a comment by Robert O'Reilly on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Robert O'Reilly
Making Cambridge more affordable. Improving education
Making Cambridge more affordable. Improving education
Supported a comment by Kat K on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Kat K
Affordable housing for families
Affordable housing for families
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
I hope the next City Manager has a strong sense of irony.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
The current lame duck City Manager recently reappointed members of the Planning Board at the 11th hour before changes to Cambridge’s Plan of Government requiring City Council approval of appointees—overwhelmingly approved by voters—took place.
The current Planning Board is overwhelmingly out of step with Cambridge residents and unwilling or unable to address our housing crisis. https://www.wickedlocal.com/story/cambridge-chronicle-tab/2022/02/04/letter-do-planning-board-members-understand-housing-crisis/9289645002/
The new City Manager must demand the resignation of these appointees as a goodwill gesture to Cambridge voters and start with a clean slate.
Supported a comment by Itamar Turner-Trauring on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Itamar Turner-Trauring
1. Climate change (which means willingness to switch to sustainable transportation, and push for density, and for reducing carbon emission of existing buildings). 2. Housing. We need to builds lots more housing, including both subsidized and market rate. 3. Transportation. More bike infrastructure, transit, improvements for pedestrians (municipal snow removal), less cars and parking. 4. Municipal broadband. 5. Stop running the city for the benefit of rich property owners, only providing help for others if it means keeping taxes low. Property owners can afford higher taxes.
1. Climate change (which means willingness to switch to sustainable transportation, and push for density, and for reducing carbon emission of existing buildings). 2. Housing. We need to builds lots more housing, including both subsidized and market rate. 3. Transportation. More bike infrastructure, transit, improvements for pedestrians (municipal snow removal), less cars and parking. 4. Municipal broadband. 5. Stop running the city for the benefit of rich property owners, only providing help for others if it means keeping taxes low. Property owners can afford higher taxes.
Supported a comment by David C on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
David C
Make it possible to live here longterm - housing is so expensive
Make it possible to live here longterm - housing is so expensive
Supported a comment by Ali Huberlie on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Ali Huberlie
Education, COVID (ideally a vaccine mandate for the city), housing, small businesses
Education, COVID (ideally a vaccine mandate for the city), housing, small businesses
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
There are numerous existing private shuttle services operating around Kendall and East Cambridge, plus Boynton Yards has a new shuttle. I would love to see the City Manager work with the sponsors of these shuttles to integrate them into a municipal public service—as currently operated, they increase traffic and emissions but benefit only a very small number of people while driving around empty much of the time.
Supported a comment by Leyla Tarhan on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Leyla Tarhan
Responsive to differing opinions, willing to buck the status quo even if doing so creates friction
Responsive to differing opinions, willing to buck the status quo even if doing so creates friction
Supported a comment by Leyla Tarhan on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Leyla Tarhan
Reducing zoning restrictions that prevent new housing construction, continuing to protect and improve Cambridge's bike infrastructure
Reducing zoning restrictions that prevent new housing construction, continuing to protect and improve Cambridge's bike infrastructure
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
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Supported a comment by Leyla Tarhan on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
Leyla Tarhan
In some areas (e.g. bike infrastructure), it seems that implementing a progressive policy involves making a lot of people upset, if the status quo benefits them. The new city manager will have to be able to navigate this kind of disruption and gauge what policies are unpopular because they're bad, and which are unpopular because bold change will always make some people upset.
In some areas (e.g. bike infrastructure), it seems that implementing a progressive policy involves making a lot of people upset, if the status quo benefits them. The new city manager will have to be able to navigate this kind of disruption and gauge what policies are unpopular because they're bad, and which are unpopular because bold change will always make some people upset.
Supported a comment by John` L on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 3 months ago
John` L
Affordable housing, bike infrastructure, access to open space, public transit, allow more building/development to occur.
Affordable housing, bike infrastructure, access to open space, public transit, allow more building/development to occur.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
The Community Development Department reports to the City Manager, and that is where City planners who draft zoning language work. The City Manager also appoints members of the Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals. PB and BZA both play a direct role in approving housing in Cambridge, and many current members of both oppose increasing the housing supply in Cambridge, despite housing costs being the biggest concern to Cambridge residents in survey after survey.
Supported a comment by Amy C. on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Amy C.
Opportunity: Flexibility shown and appreciated by city, businesses, and residents during the pandemic shows that we can try things, adjust, and become a more fun and welcoming city. Challenges: resident resistance to the change needed for Cambridge to address current challenges of climate change and inequality. Objections to growth and development, especially near transit, are ridiculous.
Opportunity: Flexibility shown and appreciated by city, businesses, and residents during the pandemic shows that we can try things, adjust, and become a more fun and welcoming city. Challenges: resident resistance to the change needed for Cambridge to address current challenges of climate change and inequality. Objections to growth and development, especially near transit, are ridiculous.
Supported a comment by Anamika S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Anamika S
Making Cambridge affordable for middle class.
Making Cambridge affordable for middle class.
Supported a comment by Aryt Alasti on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Aryt Alasti
I think more polling would be good, so that initiatives reflect what is in fact important to constituents.
I think more polling would be good, so that initiatives reflect what is in fact important to constituents.
Supported a comment by Leigh Hidalgo on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Leigh Hidalgo
Affordable housing and not just for those who make below the median income. My husband and I are upper middle class, love living here and cannot afford to buy a house that would support a growing family. It's really heartbreaking. Also access to green space and pedestrian safety.
Affordable housing and not just for those who make below the median income. My husband and I are upper middle class, love living here and cannot afford to buy a house that would support a growing family. It's really heartbreaking. Also access to green space and pedestrian safety.
Supported a comment by Tahir Kapoor on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Tahir Kapoor
Housing, making roads more friendly to bikes and pedestrians, municipal broadband
Housing, making roads more friendly to bikes and pedestrians, municipal broadband
Supported a comment by Caitlin O'Halloran on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Caitlin O'Halloran
They should help make the city a better place for renters. Help to make Cambridge more affordable for a variety of people at mixed incomes. More housing! Build up if needed. Restricting the number of floors in an apartment building is silly when there's not really any view of anything anyway.
They should help make the city a better place for renters. Help to make Cambridge more affordable for a variety of people at mixed incomes. More housing! Build up if needed. Restricting the number of floors in an apartment building is silly when there's not really any view of anything anyway.
Supported a comment by Michelle L on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Michelle L
I think the next City Manager of Cambridge has a tremendous opportunity to use the City's strong balance sheet to meet the moment and support our City's residents with improving housing opportunities, our schools and fostering a positive sense of community within the City. Listen and be open-minded about opportunities, even if it's not the way "it's always been done".
I think the next City Manager of Cambridge has a tremendous opportunity to use the City's strong balance sheet to meet the moment and support our City's residents with improving housing opportunities, our schools and fostering a positive sense of community within the City. Listen and be open-minded about opportunities, even if it's not the way "it's always been done".
Supported a comment by Kevin H on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Kevin H
Fully implementing all authorities to create as much affordable housing as possible, bus rider access and safety, bicycle and pedestrian safety
Fully implementing all authorities to create as much affordable housing as possible, bus rider access and safety, bicycle and pedestrian safety
Supported a comment by Miranda Pearce on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Miranda Pearce
A lot of people we know have been priced out of Cambridge. Housing is important and goes hand in hand with doing our part to combat climate change as a close in city near public transportation.
A lot of people we know have been priced out of Cambridge. Housing is important and goes hand in hand with doing our part to combat climate change as a close in city near public transportation.
Supported a comment by Miranda Pearce on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Miranda Pearce
Municipal broadband seems overdue. So many things in our city are great, but housing is an ongoing pain point
Municipal broadband seems overdue. So many things in our city are great, but housing is an ongoing pain point
Supported a comment by Ben Miller on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Ben Miller
Opportunity: better leverage Cambridge’s unique economic position (Kendall Sq, Harvard, MIT, etc), be bold in policy (e.g., vaccine mandates), zoning reform
Opportunity: better leverage Cambridge’s unique economic position (Kendall Sq, Harvard, MIT, etc), be bold in policy (e.g., vaccine mandates), zoning reform
Supported a comment by Ben Miller on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Ben Miller
Bicycle safety, housing
Bicycle safety, housing
Supported a comment by Patrick M on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Patrick M
The inevitable impacts of climate change. Improving last mile transportation options which should help to connect all of our people to all of our neighborhoods. Attempting to improve the state of public discourse and civic engagement in our city. Unfortunately, it seems as if often times, public comment is inundated with opposing sides only arguing their points of view in two minute salvos. Needless to say, this is not a productive way to have a conversation. I think that the majority of the responsibility to facilitate actual "town halls" or "community conversations" should fall on the shoulders of our elected City Councilors. That said, it would be great if our new CM could help create a framework, including staffing and budget allocations for these to be normalized. This would hopefully allow for a space where Councilors and residents could come together to learn and discuss initiatives, ideas and goals before they are actual policy orders or ordinances.
The inevitable impacts of climate change. Improving last mile transportation options which should help to connect all of our people to all of our neighborhoods. Attempting to improve the state of public discourse and civic engagement in our city. Unfortunately, it seems as if often times, public comment is inundated with opposing sides only arguing their points of view in two minute salvos. Needless to say, this is not a productive way to have a conversation. I think that the majority of the responsibility to facilitate actual "town halls" or "community conversations" should fall on the shoulders of our elected City Councilors. That said, it would be great if our new CM could help create a framework, including staffing and budget allocations for these to be normalized. This would hopefully allow for a space where Councilors and residents could come together to learn and discuss initiatives, ideas and goals before they are actual policy orders or ordinances.
Supported a comment by Pete X on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Pete X
More housing, more support for the arts, less commercial property sitting vacant until the landlord can get a bank to move in, public broadband
More housing, more support for the arts, less commercial property sitting vacant until the landlord can get a bank to move in, public broadband
Supported a comment by Thomas Owens on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Thomas Owens
In the immediate future - returning to a post-pandemic new normal. Longer term - long-term vision for the city that includes climate change mitigation, non-car transportation (public transit, biking, walking), responding to housing demands and costs.
In the immediate future - returning to a post-pandemic new normal. Longer term - long-term vision for the city that includes climate change mitigation, non-car transportation (public transit, biking, walking), responding to housing demands and costs.
Supported a comment by Loren Crowe on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Loren Crowe
Housing, housing, housing
Housing, housing, housing
Supported a comment by Rob Cannata on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Rob Cannata
The City Manager needs to think about current city residents, as well as the people who would like to be city residents, but can't current afford it. As a world-class center for education and employment, Cambridge has a dynamic economy that's well-positioned to expand in the coming years, but the costs of housing and childcare have made it untenable for young families to move here. My spouse and I are in our 30's, have graduate degrees, and make a household income above the state average, but we're only able to afford a small one-bedroom apartment to raise our son in (which costs us $2600 to rent, and would cost us $600,000+ to purchase). If people in our relatively privileged position are still struggling to pay the basic bills required to maintain residence in this city, how many thousands of other hard-working, enthusiastic young people is the city shutting its doors to? How many people could make great contributions to the city, but won't even imagine ever being able to live here in the first place? What's the opportunity cost to the city for all of that lost potential? The City Manager needs to have a vision that includes these concerns, which extend beyond the city itself.
The City Manager needs to think about current city residents, as well as the people who would like to be city residents, but can't current afford it. As a world-class center for education and employment, Cambridge has a dynamic economy that's well-positioned to expand in the coming years, but the costs of housing and childcare have made it untenable for young families to move here. My spouse and I are in our 30's, have graduate degrees, and make a household income above the state average, but we're only able to afford a small one-bedroom apartment to raise our son in (which costs us $2600 to rent, and would cost us $600,000+ to purchase). If people in our relatively privileged position are still struggling to pay the basic bills required to maintain residence in this city, how many thousands of other hard-working, enthusiastic young people is the city shutting its doors to? How many people could make great contributions to the city, but won't even imagine ever being able to live here in the first place? What's the opportunity cost to the city for all of that lost potential? The City Manager needs to have a vision that includes these concerns, which extend beyond the city itself.
Supported a comment by Rob Cannata on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Rob Cannata
Finding the balance of creating enough housing options to stabilize the rental and property markets while managing the "growing pains" that any city in this situation will inevitably feel.
Finding the balance of creating enough housing options to stabilize the rental and property markets while managing the "growing pains" that any city in this situation will inevitably feel.
Supported a comment by Michael Kinkema on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Michael Kinkema
Housing affordability/lack of supply, non-car transportation, improved internet access, accessibility(especially ADA compliance)
Housing affordability/lack of supply, non-car transportation, improved internet access, accessibility(especially ADA compliance)
Supported a comment by Sean Byrne on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Sean Byrne
The next city manager needs to be willing to address the housing crisis by removing barriers to housing development, both affordable and market-rate. They should have whatever personal characteristics are most conducive to that goal.
The next city manager needs to be willing to address the housing crisis by removing barriers to housing development, both affordable and market-rate. They should have whatever personal characteristics are most conducive to that goal.
Supported a comment by Sean Byrne on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Sean Byrne
Housing supply. This is by far the biggest issue in Cambridge, the one that exacerbates almost all others. Racial inequities, climate change, healthcare outcomes, homelessness, and much more are all heavily exacerbated by the soaring costs of living in Cambridge. We need a city manager who recognizes the severity of the crisis and is willing to take action to resolve it, especially when it’s unpopular with a very vocal minority of Cambridge who would prefer this city become even more unaffordable.
Housing supply. This is by far the biggest issue in Cambridge, the one that exacerbates almost all others. Racial inequities, climate change, healthcare outcomes, homelessness, and much more are all heavily exacerbated by the soaring costs of living in Cambridge. We need a city manager who recognizes the severity of the crisis and is willing to take action to resolve it, especially when it’s unpopular with a very vocal minority of Cambridge who would prefer this city become even more unaffordable.
Supported a comment by Sean Byrne on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Sean Byrne
Opportunities: the severity of the housing crisis nationwide and especially in Cambridge provides an opportunity to make decisions that may have been politically harder before, as the consequences of housing scarcity are being more acutely felt now. It wouldn’t have been my first choice as the motivating factor for finally tackling the housing crisis in Cambridge, but the city manager can make the best out of the current situation. Challenges: it’s much easier to see the harms (real and perceived) caused by new housing development than the benefits. Less parking on a given block, construction noise affecting the immediate neighbors, etc. are all tangible immediate effects of new housing. While the benefits of increasing housing development are large, the effect is broad (each development incrementally shifts the market price for housing down) and takes years to come to full fruition (construction time, time for residents to move in, etc).
Opportunities: the severity of the housing crisis nationwide and especially in Cambridge provides an opportunity to make decisions that may have been politically harder before, as the consequences of housing scarcity are being more acutely felt now. It wouldn’t have been my first choice as the motivating factor for finally tackling the housing crisis in Cambridge, but the city manager can make the best out of the current situation. Challenges: it’s much easier to see the harms (real and perceived) caused by new housing development than the benefits. Less parking on a given block, construction noise affecting the immediate neighbors, etc. are all tangible immediate effects of new housing. While the benefits of increasing housing development are large, the effect is broad (each development incrementally shifts the market price for housing down) and takes years to come to full fruition (construction time, time for residents to move in, etc).
Supported a comment by Sean Byrne on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Sean Byrne
I urge the city council to pick a city manager who’s interested in making Cambridge better for not just those most vocally involved in local meetings, but for the most vulnerable in Cambridge. And for the people who want to live in Cambridge but cannot because of the housing crisis.
I urge the city council to pick a city manager who’s interested in making Cambridge better for not just those most vocally involved in local meetings, but for the most vulnerable in Cambridge. And for the people who want to live in Cambridge but cannot because of the housing crisis.
Supported a comment by Nate Fillmore on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Nate Fillmore
Bike safety
Bike safety
Supported a comment by Nate Fillmore on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Nate Fillmore
Implementing the cycling safety ordinance successfully
Implementing the cycling safety ordinance successfully
Supported a comment by Anthony Moffa on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Anthony Moffa
Housing costs (both to rent and own), taking municipal broadband seriously, public transit and making the city less car focused and more pedestrian focused
Housing costs (both to rent and own), taking municipal broadband seriously, public transit and making the city less car focused and more pedestrian focused
Supported a comment by Saul Tannenbaum on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Saul Tannenbaum
Municipal broadband provides an opportunity to unite the entire City, from entrepeneurs to nonprofits, and transform the City, helping to address systemic inequity, educational under performance, and proving economic opportunities for all.
Municipal broadband provides an opportunity to unite the entire City, from entrepeneurs to nonprofits, and transform the City, helping to address systemic inequity, educational under performance, and proving economic opportunities for all.
Supported a comment by Jess S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jess S
The two biggest issues are managing equitable growth and slowing/mitigating the impacts of climate change. Equitable growth is more immediate; when you don't have secure housing, healthcare, childcare, eldercare, food, it's hard to focus on anything else. The city has a big role to play in improving the lives of vulnerable community members right now, today. At the same time, decisions the city makes now around climate change will have effects that last for decades if not centuries. On climate change, I want a manager who will take the low hanging fruit - small, easy changes that add up to a real impact - but who also understands that we need to make bigger, more fundamental changes to how we live, move, and work. Many of those changes won't be easy and may not be popular, but the alternative is passing the buck to young people and future generations, and that is unacceptable. Specifically, the manager should have a strong commitment to reducing car ownership, storage, and use throughout the city.
The two biggest issues are managing equitable growth and slowing/mitigating the impacts of climate change. Equitable growth is more immediate; when you don't have secure housing, healthcare, childcare, eldercare, food, it's hard to focus on anything else. The city has a big role to play in improving the lives of vulnerable community members right now, today. At the same time, decisions the city makes now around climate change will have effects that last for decades if not centuries. On climate change, I want a manager who will take the low hanging fruit - small, easy changes that add up to a real impact - but who also understands that we need to make bigger, more fundamental changes to how we live, move, and work. Many of those changes won't be easy and may not be popular, but the alternative is passing the buck to young people and future generations, and that is unacceptable. Specifically, the manager should have a strong commitment to reducing car ownership, storage, and use throughout the city.
Supported a comment by Kevin Moses on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Kevin Moses
Should have a vision that makes Cambridge a leader in policy, rather than following the trends. Should be extremely progressive and dedicated to upzoning, building housing, and safer, more inclusive streets.
Should have a vision that makes Cambridge a leader in policy, rather than following the trends. Should be extremely progressive and dedicated to upzoning, building housing, and safer, more inclusive streets.
Supported a comment by Kevin Moses on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Kevin Moses
Housing affordability, upzoning, allocating more street space to pedestrians, Bicycles, and mobility devices. Diversifying the city
Housing affordability, upzoning, allocating more street space to pedestrians, Bicycles, and mobility devices. Diversifying the city
Supported a comment by Kevin Moses on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Kevin Moses
Approve more high density, mixed zoning and no parking minimums to put a dent in housing prices
Approve more high density, mixed zoning and no parking minimums to put a dent in housing prices
Supported a comment by Aaron Homer on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Aaron Homer
I think we need someone progressive and policy oriented, someone with a vision for how the city needs to change to adapt to the challenges of the next couple decades. Between climate change and the housing crisis, Cambridge cannot and will not look the same a decade from now, and the city manager needs to be someone actively interested in driving that change, not just being responsive.
I think we need someone progressive and policy oriented, someone with a vision for how the city needs to change to adapt to the challenges of the next couple decades. Between climate change and the housing crisis, Cambridge cannot and will not look the same a decade from now, and the city manager needs to be someone actively interested in driving that change, not just being responsive.
Supported a comment by Aaron Homer on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Aaron Homer
Housing is both one of Cambridge's biggest issues and one that the city government has the greatest impact. Cambridge needs to building a lot more homes, both Affordable and market rate, so more people can afford to live here.
Housing is both one of Cambridge's biggest issues and one that the city government has the greatest impact. Cambridge needs to building a lot more homes, both Affordable and market rate, so more people can afford to live here.
Supported a comment by Jonathan B on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jonathan B
Creating more housing
Creating more housing
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Right, the Community Development Department, where City planners who draft zoning language work, reports to the City Manager, and the City Manager appoints members of the Planning Board and Board of Zoning Appeals. PB and BZA both play a direct role in housing in Cambridge, and many current members oppose increasing the housing supply in Cambridge, despite housing costs being the biggest concern to Cambridge residents in survey after survey.
Supported a comment by Loren Crowe on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Loren Crowe
Understands the vital role that increased urban density will play in combating climate change, and what responsibilities that places on Cambridge.
Understands the vital role that increased urban density will play in combating climate change, and what responsibilities that places on Cambridge.
Supported a comment by Damian Bero on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Damian Bero
Housing, more walkability, limiting car traffic.
Housing, more walkability, limiting car traffic.
Supported a comment by Rob Cannata on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Rob Cannata
Housing costs, childcare costs for kids 0-3, pedestrian safety, public transportation.
Housing costs, childcare costs for kids 0-3, pedestrian safety, public transportation.
Supported a comment by Danielle Lorizio on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Danielle Lorizio
Affordable housing, increased covid testing
Affordable housing, increased covid testing
Supported a comment by Michelle L on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Michelle L
I think the next Cambridge City Manager should focus on increasing the Affordable Housing stock in Cambridge.
I think the next Cambridge City Manager should focus on increasing the Affordable Housing stock in Cambridge.
Supported a comment by Jess S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jess S
It's still important to have the Council and City Manager aligned on key priorities. A CM can do a lot to help or hinder progress, and solid executive leadership is needed to ensure city programs are well-run.
It's still important to have the Council and City Manager aligned on key priorities. A CM can do a lot to help or hinder progress, and solid executive leadership is needed to ensure city programs are well-run.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Identifying and implementing needed organizational change
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Previous municipal management
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Vision for City operations
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
I live in Cambridge
Supported a comment by Robert Bench on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Robert Bench
Accountability. Transparency. Proven ability of leading a large municipality or large complex organization successfully.
Accountability. Transparency. Proven ability of leading a large municipality or large complex organization successfully.
Supported a comment by Robert Bench on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Robert Bench
Bond rating. Increasing quantity of housing. Increasing quality and equality of schools. Improving efficiency of transportation.
Bond rating. Increasing quantity of housing. Increasing quality and equality of schools. Improving efficiency of transportation.
Supported a comment by Robert Bench on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Robert Bench
Housing supply artificially constrained. Need ensure supply meets demand of workforce from all directions and in all districts.
Housing supply artificially constrained. Need ensure supply meets demand of workforce from all directions and in all districts.
Supported a comment by Elinor Karlsson on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Elinor Karlsson
Slower streets Fewer cars Bike infrastructure More housing for all income levels
Slower streets Fewer cars Bike infrastructure More housing for all income levels
Supported a comment by Elinor Karlsson on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Elinor Karlsson
Previous city manager stacked city committees and boards with people that are not representative of our community.
Previous city manager stacked city committees and boards with people that are not representative of our community.
Supported a comment by Craig L on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Craig L
The City Manager needs to appoint a Planning Board that better understands the regional housing & transportation crisis and, most importantly, the will of it’s citizens. The current Planning Board is reflective of a minority viewpoint and has been a HUGE barrier to the city’s progress.
The City Manager needs to appoint a Planning Board that better understands the regional housing & transportation crisis and, most importantly, the will of it’s citizens. The current Planning Board is reflective of a minority viewpoint and has been a HUGE barrier to the city’s progress.
Supported a comment by Jess S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jess S
I want an open, transparent, and accountable city manager with a progressive vision and a strong sense of integrity and service. They should be pragmatic and have a healthy respect for existing best practices, but also recognize that Cambridge has unique resources which allow us to do things other cities can't. With those resources come an opportunity and responsibility to push the envelope for equity and inclusion. I want a manager who sees that Cambridge can and should be a progressive model of equitable growth. I want a manager who understands that growth is not something to be stopped, but something to be managed, and particularly someone who believes that government interventions are needed to ensure that growth benefits current and future stakeholders of all circumstances. I want a manager who understands the limitations of their own personal experiences, whatever those might be, and who values the contributions and perspectives of people with different experiences. I want a manager who is data-oriented and comfortable with statistics and technology, but who understands that those tools are the how, not the why. The why is always about people.
I want an open, transparent, and accountable city manager with a progressive vision and a strong sense of integrity and service. They should be pragmatic and have a healthy respect for existing best practices, but also recognize that Cambridge has unique resources which allow us to do things other cities can't. With those resources come an opportunity and responsibility to push the envelope for equity and inclusion. I want a manager who sees that Cambridge can and should be a progressive model of equitable growth. I want a manager who understands that growth is not something to be stopped, but something to be managed, and particularly someone who believes that government interventions are needed to ensure that growth benefits current and future stakeholders of all circumstances. I want a manager who understands the limitations of their own personal experiences, whatever those might be, and who values the contributions and perspectives of people with different experiences. I want a manager who is data-oriented and comfortable with statistics and technology, but who understands that those tools are the how, not the why. The why is always about people.
Supported a comment by Jess S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jess S
The number one priority should be housing. If you can't afford to live here, it doesn't matter much to you what the second priority is, because you won't be here to benefit from it.
The number one priority should be housing. If you can't afford to live here, it doesn't matter much to you what the second priority is, because you won't be here to benefit from it.
Supported a comment by Jess S on
Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
Jess S
Cambridge is 2/3 renters with a median age of 30. Young renters are the lifeblood of this city, and they've born the brunt of the downsides of growth, mostly through housing costs. And housing costs spill over into other areas - people will cut back on food, healthcare, and retirement contributions to keep themselves housed near the things that are important to them, whether that's a school, a job, family and friends, or the wider community. Those sacrifices have long-term health and financial effects that cannot be easily reversed. Slowing the rise in housing costs will allow young people, and people of all ages of modest means, to invest in themselves in ways that will benefit them and their communities for decades to come. It's urgent.
Cambridge is 2/3 renters with a median age of 30. Young renters are the lifeblood of this city, and they've born the brunt of the downsides of growth, mostly through housing costs. And housing costs spill over into other areas - people will cut back on food, healthcare, and retirement contributions to keep themselves housed near the things that are important to them, whether that's a school, a job, family and friends, or the wider community. Those sacrifices have long-term health and financial effects that cannot be easily reversed. Slowing the rise in housing costs will allow young people, and people of all ages of modest means, to invest in themselves in ways that will benefit them and their communities for decades to come. It's urgent.
Commented on Cambridge City Manager Search
1 year, 4 months ago
I live in Cambridge
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1 year, 4 months ago
I live in Cambridge
I think this is a fantastic project! We need more affordable housing and I’m happy to have it in my neighborhood! What a great resource to have in our city.