Cambridge Seeking Community Members for New Commission Vacancies: February-March 2026

Serving on a City of Cambridge board, commission or committee can be a rewarding experience and an excellent way to contribute to our community. Members have the opportunity to participate in the City's decision-making process for a variety of topics.

The City of Cambridge is currently seeking to fill vacancies on the new Combined Sewer Overflow Control and Stormwater Management Advisory Committee, Fresh Pond Master Plan Advisory Board, and Peace Commission.

Apply today at Cambridgema.gov/Apply. A cover letter and resume or applicable experience can be submitted during the online application process. If you have questions about the application process or need assistance, please contact the City Manager's Office at 617-349-4300 or [email protected].

Below is more detailed information on each of the current vacancies:

Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control and Stormwater Management Advisory Committee (Application Deadline March 23)

This new advisory committee will help guide the City of Cambridge in its multifaceted work to mitigate flooding and improve the water quality of our nearby rivers and streams. This volunteer committee will advise on the planning and implementation of programs, infrastructure projects, and other initiatives related to stormwater quantity, stormwater quality, sewer separation, wastewater, and more.

The term length is five years. Meetings may be held in person, virtually, and/or hybrid. In-person meetings will be held at the Department of Public Works, 147 Hampshire Street, Cambridge. Ideally, the Committee will be comprised of residents, technical experts and representatives from key stakeholder groups. Cambridge residents are preferred.

If interested applicants have questions or require more information, please contact Kristen Kelleher at [email protected].

Learn more at Members Sought for New CSO Control and Stormwater Management Advisory Committee.

Fresh Pond Master Plan Advisory Board (Application Deadline: March 23)

The Advisory Board is responsible for the implementation of the updated Fresh Reservation Pond Master Plan, a long-term plan for Fresh Pond Reservation lands, including resource management and usage policies for repair and protection of the Reservation's natural water and upland resources.

Completed in 2000 and adopted by the Cambridge City Council in 2001, the Fresh Pond Reservation Master Plan was the culmination of over two years of work by the original advisory committee made up of citizens of Cambridge and City officials.

The term length is three years. Meetings are quarterly and held in person at the Walter J. Sullivan Water Treatment Facility, which is located at 250 Fresh Pond Parkway in Cambridge. Cambridge residents are preferred.

If interested applicants have questions or require more information, please contact David Kaplan at [email protected].

Peace Commission (Application Deadline March 23)

The Peace Commission promotes peace and social justice within Cambridge and in the wider world. It links peace groups, social justice efforts, anti-violence coalitions and the municipal government. The Commission builds community by celebrating local people and efforts with programs and events, and by organizing community forums on issues affecting the community.

The term length is three years. Meetings may be held in-person, virtually, and/or hybrid. In-person meetings will be held at 689 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge. Cambridge residents are preferred.

If interested applicants have questions or require more information, please contact Saffana Anwar at [email protected].