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August 3, 2026
81 recorded votes, 19 with disagreement.
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Present: Ayah Al-Zubi, Burhan Azeem, Timothy Flaherty, Marc McGovern, Patricia Nolan, Sumbul Siddiqui, Denise Simmons, Jivan Sobrinho-Wheeler, Catherine Zusy
Absent: None
Every vote, in order
Submission Of The Record
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on January 26, 2026
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on March 3, 2026
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on March 30, 2026
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on April 13, 2026.
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on April 27, 2026.
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: Minutes of the Regular City Council meeting held on May 4, 2026.
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-211
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a federal update including an update on relevant court cases.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-212
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a response to Awaiting Report 26-22 regarding election workers.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-221
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to appropriation of $94,531.00 from the State 911 Department Support and Incentive Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-222
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $24,336.00 from the FY27 State 911 Department Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-223
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $9,800.60 from the Student Awareness of Fire Education (SAFE) Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-225
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $3,606.43 from the State Executive Office of Public Safety Department of Fire Services Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-226
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $30,000.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health’s (DMH) Jail Diversion Program Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-227
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $6,823,498.00 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Continuum of Care (CoC)...
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-228
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $506,088.00 from the Summer Food Service Program for Children Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-229
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $117,000.00 from the GROW Early Childhood Education (ECE) Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-230
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $263,815.00 from the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-231
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $154,491.00 from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) Adult and...
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-232
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $161,982.00 from the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Grant.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-216
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to a Police Review & Advisory Board Quarterly Report for the second quarter of 2026.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-233
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appropriation of $179,500.00 from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission Community Mitigation Fund.
Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Order Adopted and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-220
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to awaiting report #26-35 which requested that the City Manager work with relevant departments to review the...
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-214
Refer: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to potential alternative methods of curb cut review.
Referred to the Ordinance Committee [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Referred to the Ordinance Committee [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-213
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, regarding the Sixth Annual Cycling Safety Ordinance Progress Report.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-215
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the 2026 Annual Report of the Affordable Housing Overlay.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-235
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to the appointment of Will MacArthur to the Social Housing Task Force.
Approved and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Approved and CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-224
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to opportunities to streamline the permitting process.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-218
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to edits to the Massachusetts Avenue Active Use Zoning Petition.
Adopted Amended by Substitution Language [8-0-1]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyDenise Simmons is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted Amended by Substitution Language [8-0-1] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: Councillor Simmons.”
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to edits to the Massachusetts Avenue Active Use Zoning Petition.
CMA Placed on File [8-0-1]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyDenise Simmons is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [8-0-1] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: Councillor Simmons.”
City Manager's Agenda · CMA 2026-219
A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to edits to the Cambridge Street Active Use Zoning Petition.
Failed Amended by Substitution Language [2-7-0]
Yes: Azeem, Sobrinho-WheelerNo: Al-Zubi, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Simmons, Zusy
From the minutes
“RESULT: Failed Amended by Substitution Language [2-7-0] YEAS: , Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, NAYS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Mayor Siddiqui, Councillor Zusy, PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Place on file: A communication transmitted from Yi-An Huang, City Manager, relative to edits to the Cambridge Street Active Use Zoning Petition.
CMA Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: CMA Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-133
That the City Manager is requested to examine how a revived Central Square World’s Fair could build upon the successful partnership between the City, Cambridge Arts, and the Central Square...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-134
That the City Manager is requested to direct the Economic Development Division of the Community Development Department and the License Commission to jointly lead the City’s evaluation of a limited...
Adopted as Amended [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted as Amended [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-135
That the City Manager is requested to confer with the Law Department, the Department of Public Works, the Transportation Department, and any other appropriate departments to determine whether the...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-140
That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to work with the City Solicitor and the License Commission to draft and submit a Home Rule Petition to authorize one additional Section 15 all...
Adopted [8-0-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-WheelerAbstained: Zusy
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [8-0-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: Councillor Zusy ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-141
That the City Council hold a Roundtable/Working Meeting on Thursday, August 6, 2026, from 1:30–3:30 PM, to discuss the City of Cambridge’s ongoing and future work in using Artificial Intelligence...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-142
That the regular City Council meeting scheduled for Monday, September 21, 2026, be and hereby is canceled in observance of Yom Kippur.
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-143
That the City Manager is requested to work with relevant City departments to explore options for reforming and modernizing the License Commission, including through the home rule petition process.
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-144
That the City Council urge Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities, and the Hildebrand Family Self-Help Center to work...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-145
That the City Manager is requested to report back to the City Council regarding improved tree loss accounting and reporting systems by October 1, 2026.
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-146
That the City Manager is requested to work with relevant City departments to take steps to implement as soon as possible a program for automated parking enforcement which could be piloted in...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-147
That the City Council accept M.G.L. Ch. 40U as a method of collecting some fines
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-148
Greater Interdepartmental Coordination and Community Information Sharing Relating to Development
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-149
City Council support of the SEIU 32BJ facilities workers at MIT and their efforts to secure a fair contract
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-150
That the City Manager is requested to confer with the Cambridge Historical Commission, the property owner, and other appropriate parties regarding placing a historical marker on 103 Irving Street...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-151
That the City Manager is requested to explore the feasibility of establishing a citywide digital wayfinding and information kiosk program on public property throughout Cambridge.
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-152
That the City Manager is requested to direct the appropriate staff to work with the Health and Environment Committee to discuss a time-of-sale energy audit and review possible ordinance language...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Policy Orders · POR 2026-153
That the Cambridge City Council in support of the initiatives in the House and Senate Environmental Bond Bill and the Energy Affordability Bill as priorities for the deliberation of the conference...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Calendar – Charter Right · POR 2026-136
That the City Manager is requested to take all necessary steps to temporarily restore and reactivate ShotSpotter within the areas of Cambridge previously covered by the system.
Adopted by Substitution [6-3-0]
Yes: Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Siddiqui, Simmons, ZusyNo: Al-Zubi, Nolan, Sobrinho-Wheeler
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted by Substitution [6-3-0] YEAS: Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Calendar – Charter Right · POR 2026-137
That the City Manager is hereby requested to report on progress of the February 2026 report's recommendations, and plans for ensuring appropriate levels of support and staffing for the Community...
Adopted [8-0-1]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyDenise Simmons is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [8-0-1] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: Councillor Simmons.”
Calendar – Charter Right · POR 2026-138
That the City Manager is requested to provide a comprehensive evaluation of violence response and prevention strategies, along with survivor support services, across City departments including...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Calendar – Charter Right · POR 2026-139
Refer: That the City Manager is requested to investigate directing the appropriate City departments to install security cameras overlooking Cambridge public parks, with such cameras operational...
Referred to the City Manager [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Referred to the City Manager [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Calendar – Unfinished Business · ORD 2026-07
Ordain: Zero Waste Plan Ordinance Amendment.
ORDAINED [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: ORDAINED [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Applications · APP 2026-39
An application was received from Matt Hayes, requesting permission for a curb cut at the premises numbered 61 Pleasant Street; said petition has received approval from Inspectional Services...
Adopted [8-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyNo: Nolan
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [8-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Councillor Nolan PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Applications · APP 2026-41
An application was received from Adam Siegel, requesting permission for a curb cut at the premises numbered 1740 Massachusetts Avenue; said petition has received approval from Inspectional...
Adopted [8-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyNo: Nolan
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [8-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Councillor Nolan PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Applications · APP 2026-43
An application was received from Patrick Conte, requesting permission for a curb cut at the premises numbered 55 Fayerweather Street; said petition has received approval from Inspectional...
Adopted [8-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyNo: Nolan
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [8-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Councillor Nolan PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Petitions · PET 2026-03
Refer: A Zoning Petition Has been received from Michelle Lower of Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. transmitting a proposed Zoning Ordinance to amend the provisions of Section 13.59.42 if the...
Referred to the Ordinance Committee and Planning Board for Hearing and Report [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Referred to the Ordinance Committee and Planning Board for Hearing and Report [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Communications · COM 2026-34
Place on file: Communications for the Regular City Council meeting August 3, 2026.
Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions
Resolutions adopted together (4 resolutions, RES 2026-102 to RES 2026-106)
Adopted [9-0-0]
The Final Actions record the same result and vote for each of these 4 resolutions (RES 2026-102, RES 2026-103, RES 2026-105, RES 2026-106); MassVoter lists them as one vote. The Final Actions give the count only (9-0-0); that is every councillor at the meeting voting yes, so each is shown voting yes.
Resolutions · RES 2026-107
Resolution on the death of Christopher Anne Affleck.
Adopted as Amended [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted as Amended [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions
Resolutions adopted together (4 resolutions, RES 2026-108 to RES 2026-111)
Adopted [9-0-0]
The Final Actions record the same result and vote for each of these 4 resolutions (RES 2026-108, RES 2026-109, RES 2026-110, RES 2026-111); MassVoter lists them as one vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions · RES 2026-112
Condolences to the family of Vincent “Vince” Lawrence Dixon
Adopted as Amended [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted as Amended [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions · RES 2026-113
Resolution on the death of Mallory Slate.
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions · RES 2026-114
Condolences to the family of Corey J. Headley.
Adopted as Amended [9-0-0]
The Final Actions give the count only (9-0-0); that is every councillor at the meeting voting yes, so each is shown voting yes.
Resolutions · RES 2026-116
Condolences To Family of Dorothy (Tortorici) Paolo
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions · RES 2026-117
Resolution on the Death of Larry Aaronson
Adopted as Amended [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted as Amended [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Resolutions · RES 2026-118
That the City Council extend their heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Kevin Foster as they mourn his passing and celebrate a life dedicated to family...
Adopted [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Adopted [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-67
Place on file: The Public Safety Committee held a public hearing on April 29, 2026 to review the Cambridge Police Department’s use of ShotSpotter technology, also known as SoundThinking, which was...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-68
Place on file: The Public Safety Committee held a public hearing on May 20, 2026 to review specific items from the Annual Surveillance Report as required under Cambridge Municipal Code Chapter...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-69
Place on file: The Health and Environment Committee held a public hearing on May 26, 2026 to review and discuss implementation of Zero Waste Master Plan (ZWMP) 2.0, adopted by Council in June...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-70
Place on file: The Neighborhood and Long Term Planning, Public Facilities, Arts and Celebrations Committee held a public hearing on Tuesday, June 2, 2026 to discuss possible changes relating to...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
The Final Actions give the count only (9-0-0); that is every councillor at the meeting voting yes, so each is shown voting yes.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0].”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-71
Place on file: The Ordinance Committee held two public hearings on June 16, 2026 and July 7, 2026 on two City Council zoning petitions to amend Article 17.000 of the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance and...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · ORD 2026-05
Massachusetts Avenue Active Use Zoning petition
Amended by Substitution and Passed to a Second Reading [8-0-1]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyDenise Simmons is listed as absent for this vote.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Amended by Substitution and Passed to a Second Reading [8-0-1] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: Councillor Simmons.”
Committee Reports · ORD 2026-06
Pass to a second reading: Cambridge Street Active Use Zoning petition
Passed to a Second Reading [8-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyNo: Azeem
From the minutes
“RESULT: Passed to a Second Reading [8-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Vice Mayor Azeem PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · CC 2026-72
Place on file: The Ordinance Committee held a public hearing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 on a Zoning Petition by Douglas P. Brown, et al., to amend the Cambridge Zoning Ordinance in Articles 2.000...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Committee Reports · ORD 2026-08
A Zoning Petition has been received from Doug Brown to amend the current Article(s) and/or section(s) numbered and entitled Articles 2, 5, 6, 11 and 19 height, setback, parking, open space and...
FAILED [0-9-0]
No: Al-Zubi, Azeem, Flaherty, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, Zusy
From the minutes
“RESULT: FAILED [0-9-0] YEAS: None NAYS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Communications From Other City Officers · COF 2026-105
Place on file: A communication was received from Interim City Clerk Paula Crane, regarding an update regarding legislative activity.
Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Communications From Other City Officers · COF 2026-104
Refer: A Communication from Councillor Nolan Submitting Proposed Amendments to Short Term Rental Zoning Petition
Referred [8-1-0]
Yes: Al-Zubi, Azeem, McGovern, Nolan, Siddiqui, Simmons, Sobrinho-Wheeler, ZusyNo: Flaherty
From the minutes
“RESULT: Referred [8-1-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: Councillor Flaherty PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Communications From Other City Officers · COF 2026-106
Place on file: A communication from Mayor Siddiqui transmitting a memorandum regarding information from the School Committee
Placed on File [9-0-0]
From the minutes
“RESULT: Placed on File [9-0-0] YEAS: Councillor Al-Zubi, Vice Mayor Azeem, Councillor Flaherty, Councillor McGovern, Councillor Nolan, Councillor Simmons, Councillor Sobrinho-Wheeler, Councillor Zusy, Mayor Siddiqui NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Appended Information – Awaiting Report List · AR 2026-22
Place on file: That the City Manager is requested to work with relevant City departments as well as the Election Commissioners to review guidance from the IRS and consult with other municipalities...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [0 TO 0]
The Final Actions give "0 TO 0" without names; MassVoter shows the result only.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [0 TO 0] YEAS: None NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
Appended Information – Awaiting Report List · AR 2026-35
Place on file: That the City Manager be and hereby is requested to work with relevant departments to review the state bills referenced as well as the previously filed Home Rule Petition and...
Report Accepted and Placed on File [0 TO 0]
The Final Actions give "0 TO 0" without names; MassVoter shows the result only.
From the minutes
“RESULT: Report Accepted and Placed on File [0 TO 0] YEAS: None NAYS: None PRESENT: None ABSENT: None.”
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