SAVE THE DATES, and Begin Participating in the Comprehensive Plan
The City of Cambridge and consultant Able.City will kick off a week-long charrette that seeks public engagement and collaboration from the community to develop a new Comprehensive Plan. Professionals in the fields of planning, transportation, economics and public safety will spend the week of Aug. 18-22 in Cambridge, engaging with members of our community and seeking input to plan a path forward for Cambridge.
Everyone in the community is encouraged to attend:
- Monday, August 18 (6 p.m.): Hands-On Design Session
Joins us for an informative presentation on town planning and community visioning. Work alongside your neighbors to draw your vision for the future of Cambridge. This is a family friendly event. LOCATION: 447 Race Street.
- Tuesday, August 19-Thursday, August 21 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.): Open Design Studio
Stop by the studio during the day to talk with the design team and provide input as the plan evolves. His will be a unique opportunity to provide feedback as the initial plan ideas are being developed. LOCATION: The Showroom, 322 Gay Street (former Chesapeake Kitchen Equipment storefront.)
- Wednesday, August 20 (6-8 p.m.): Open House
The planning team will put down their pencils and pin-up their work. Come explore the studio, ask questions and learn more about Comprehensive Plan ideas as they evolve. LOCATION: The Showroom, 322 Gay Street (former Chesapeake Kitchen Equipment storefront.)
- Friday, August 22 (6 p.m.): Work-In-Progress Presentation
See all of the work completed during the week for concepts that will form the Comprehensive Plan. LOCATION: Elks Lodge #223, 618 Pine Street
See all of the work completed during the week for concepts that will form the Comprehensive Plan.
Joins us for an informative presentation on town planning and community visioning. Work alongside your neighbors to draw your vision for the future of Cambridge. This is a family friendly event. LOCATION: 447 Race Street.
- Tuesday, August 19-Thursday, August 21 (9 a.m.-6 p.m.): Open Design Studio
Stop by the studio during the day to talk with the design team and provide input as the plan evolves. His will be a unique opportunity to provide feedback as the initial plan ideas are being developed. LOCATION: The Showroom, 322 Gay Street (former Chesapeake Kitchen Equipment storefront.)
- Wednesday, August 20 (6-8 p.m.): Open House
The planning team will put down their pencils and pin-up their work. Come explore the studio, ask questions and learn more about Comprehensive Plan ideas as they evolve. LOCATION: The Showroom, 322 Gay Street (former Chesapeake Kitchen Equipment storefront.)
- Friday, August 22 (6 p.m.): Work-In-Progress Presentation
See all of the work completed during the week for concepts that will form the Comprehensive Plan. LOCATION: Elks Lodge #223, 618 Pine Street
See all of the work completed during the week for concepts that will form the Comprehensive Plan.
Public Design Charrettes bring together all stakeholders for an engaging, focused collaboration with the planning team to reach a shared vision for the future development of a place. This fast-paced and immersive process features a series of creative work sessions where the public and planning team work side by side to develop a draft comprehensive plan for the area’s evolution.
Participating in the Charrette will give you a chance to express your vision for the future of Cambridge and set the goals and priorities for the community moving forward. Your participation will make the difference between a good plan and a great plan.
The Comprehensive Plan effort has begun, and you can keep track of progress or participate in online surveys at www.plancambridgemd.com.
City of Cambridge (The)
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Glenn Steckman City Manager
- August 13, 2025
- (410) 228-4020
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