Human Services Committee

Government · Human Services Committee

Cambridge committee reviews Rise Up findings showing relief without lasting economic mobility

Cambridge committee reviews Rise Up guaranteed income findings, with $22 million program showing relief but limited mobility gains.

Townbrief reporting · Apr 8

Government · Human Services Committee

Cambridge committee opens first dedicated review of disability services, schedules follow-up

Cambridge Human Services Committee convenes first dedicated disability services hearing, finds gaps alongside programs.

Townbrief reporting · Mar 11

Government · Human Services Committee

Cambridge Shelter Hearing Surfaces Theft, Staff Misconduct, and Expiring Bed Funding

Cambridge shelter guests describe theft, staff misconduct, and inadequate medical response at city-funded facilities.

Townbrief reporting · Oct 23

Government · Human Services Committee

Cambridge committee presses city manager for overdose prevention center readiness plan

Cambridge Human Services Committee calls for overdose prevention center readiness as opioid deaths persist.

Townbrief reporting · Jul 16

Government · Human Services Committee

Cambridge after-school programs top expansion goal but face staffing shortfall

Cambridge committee hears after-school expansion exceeded goals but staffing and equity gaps remain.

Townbrief reporting · May 1