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City manager warns Cambridge to prepare for possible federal funding cuts; staff to track impacts and coordinate with partners

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City Manager Ian Wong told the council Cambridge could face reduced federal grants and staffing disruptions at agencies that fund local programs, and asked departments and community partners to track risks and plan contingencies for FY2026 and beyond.

City Manager Ian Wong briefed the Cambridge City Council on March 3 about the potential impact of federal funding reductions and administrative staffing cuts on city services and community organizations.

Wong said the city receives roughly $23 million in recurring federal funding annually across departments, including amounts that support human services, schools and community development. He warned that recent federal actions and staffing reductions at some agencies could delay…

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