Plans, Reports & Studies
The City of Cambridge develops plans and completes reports and studies to improve and support our community now and in the future. These documents provide our staff with goals, and actions to achieve those goals. It is important to note that plans, reports, and studies are used together to advance municipal policies.
Why does the City issue plans?
The City creates many different types of plans - official plans, draft plans, and strategic plans are just a few examples. These plans provide Council and staff with the necessary common focus, priorities, outcomes and strategies to work on over the short and long term.
Why does the City publish reports?
City staff create reports as a way to communication between staff and key constituencies, such as Council, senior administration, agencies, stakeholders, and the public. These reports provide vital information and recommendations to City Council to ensure they and the public have to best information to base current and future decisions.
Why does the City complete studies?
Studies provide vital findings and research that is required to implement the principles and policies of Council. Depending on the type of study, Council may adopt specific policies once research is compled.
