Cambridge Community Update

Village of Cambridge New York

July 07.2025

Exploring the Future of the Cambridge Skate Park: Your Voice Matters

Did you know that Cambridge is home to Washington County’s only skate park? Quietly nestled behind the Village Office and Police Station on North Park Street, this small but spirited space has welcomed local skaters for over a decade.But time has taken its toll.Today, the ramps are worn. The features are outdated. The amenities are few. Simply put: it’s no longer meeting the needs of the community the way it once did.The Village is not currently pursuing grants or planning taxpayer-funded upgrades. However, we've begun hearing from residents, especially younger voices, who see potential. They envision a more vibrant, welcoming, and safe space for kids, teens, and families. And they’re asking: could the skate park be something more?So, we're turning the question over to you:Do you or your kids use the skate park now?Would you use it more if it were improved?Are you, or a group you're part of, interested in helping with repairs or applying for outside funding?Would you volunteer, share ideas, or contribute your skills to reimagine the space?This is not about raising taxes. It’s about raising hands to see if there’s enough community interest and energy to take the next step. If there is, the Village is ready to support those efforts with guidance, coordination, and letters of support for outside funding.Tell us what you think:Email clerk@cambridgeny.gov, stop by the Village Office during business hours, or leave a comment on this post. Better yet, join us at a Village Board meeting. The mic is always open.Let’s find out: should we roll forward with the skate park?

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June 04.2025

Making Maple, Gilbert & South Park Streets Safer for Everyone

Office of the MayorWhy We're Looking at Speed Limits NowThe Village of Cambridge is taking formal steps to reduce the posted speed limits on two key roads that run through our community:Route 313 (Maple and Gilbert Streets)A short segment of Route 22 (South Park Street), near the school and District OfficeBoth are state highways that fall under the jurisdiction of NYSDOT, but for those of us who live here, they’re also everyday community streets. They're used by children walking to school, neighbors heading to urgent care, and first responders on emergency calls.What’s Changed on These RoadsRoute 313 has seen significant growth in the past several decades. Today, this corridor includes:🚒 Cambridge Fire Department🚑 Cambridge Valley Rescue Squad🏥 Urgent Care & Medical Offices🎓 Head Start Program🎯 Youth Program Facility (Village Youth Commission)🏠 Condominium housing and single-family homes💼 TCT Federal Credit UnionDespite these changes, the posted limit on Route 313 remains 40 MPH. And on Route 22, it quickly jumps to 45 MPH before even leaving the Village.These speeds no longer reflect the character or safety needs of our growing, mixed-use environment.What We’re ProposingAs Mayor, I am preparing a formal request to the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) to reduce the posted speed limits on both corridors to 30 MPH within the Village boundaries.This is a targeted, data-driven proposal designed to:Protect pedestrians and driversImprove conditions for emergency response vehiclesReflect the actual use and development of these roads todayYour Voice Matters: Public Comment Now OpenTo help support this request, we’re inviting the public to submit comments through a brief online form.📝 Click here to share your input → https://v3.cambridgeny.gov/22313📅 Comment period ends: June 30, 2025💬 All comments will be included in the July 2025 Board of Trustees meeting and submitted to NYSDOT as part of our official request.What Happens NextIn July, the Village Board will vote on a formal resolution. We’ll also be gathering letters of support from:Cambridge Central School DistrictCambridge Fire DepartmentRescue SquadLocal business owners and civic leadersResidents like youWe’re also considering a short stakeholder workshop in late June to coordinate efforts and finalize materials before submission.This Is Just the First StepThis effort is focused solely on speed reduction. However, we believe this conversation with NYSDOT will help open the door for future improvements and broader safety planning, together.If you have thoughts or want to get involved, you can always reach out to my office directly.Your Input Is More Than HelpfulThank you for taking the time to read and participate. Thoughtful civic input like yours is what helps us build a safer, more responsive Cambridge.James W. SweeneyMayor, Village of Cambridge📩 mayorsweeney@cambridgeny.gov

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April 10.2025

Cambridge, Connected

From the Office of the Mayor:Cambridge has a quiet strength—a web of small groups and gatherings that connect neighbors, build friendships, and make this place feel like home. Some are long-standing. Some are new. Many are known only to a handful of folks.We’d like to change that.We’re creating a community directory to spotlight the many clubs, circles, and coalitions—formal or informal—that help stitch the social fabric of our village and surrounding area. If a group brings people together, we want to help others discover it.Knitting groups. Snowmobile clubs. Book clubs. Choirs. 4-H. Walking circles. Craft nights. Faith groups. Music ensembles. Whatever the form, if it fosters connection, creation, or contribution—we want to hear about it.How to Share: Please send us the name of the group, a short description, and (if possible) a contact person:📧 clerk@cambridgeny.gov📞 518-677-2622💬 Or message us directly on Facebook at: facebook.com/VillageofCambridgeNYLet’s celebrate the incredible social fabric of Cambridge—and maybe even help someone find their people.Thank you for being part of what makes Cambridge more than just a place—it’s a community.—Mayor James SweeneyVillage of Cambridge, NYThis is not an endorsement of any specific group, but an invitation to connection. Submissions will be reviewed for appropriateness and community focus.

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