CWDI Engages MacKenzie as Broker to Advance Cambridge Harbor
April 24 2026
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has entered into an agreement with MacKenzie Commercial Real Estate Services, LLC to support the next phase of implementation for the Cambridge Harbor redevelopment project, a transformative mixed-use initiative along the city’s waterfront.
Under the agreement, signed April 15,MacKenzie will serve as the exclusive broker for the
marketing and sale of development parcels within the approximately 29-acre Cambridge Harbor site. The firm will lead efforts to prepare marketing materials, conduct outreach to regional and national developers, and help identify qualified development partners. MacKenzie will also support negotiations as the project advances.
Federal Housing Officials Visit Cambridge Harbor
March 13, 2026
Senior officials from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), along with representatives from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), visited Cambridge on February 17 for a briefing and tour of the Cambridge Harbor redevelopment project.
The visit, hosted by Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI), began at the Richardson Maritime Museum and included a walking tour of the waterfront redevelopment area.
Federal, state, and local officials reviewed the progress of the long-planned project and discussed how federal development programs could support the effort as it moves from planning toward implementation.
CWDI Announces Hire of Tracy Ward as CAO
November 20, 2025
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) has engaged Tracy Ward, a seasoned economic and community development leader, as its new Chief Administrative Officer, strengthening coordination, communications, and strategic implementation across the multi-phase Cambridge Harbor development project.
Ward brings more than 20 years of experience in community and economic development, strategic planning, and multi-stakeholder project management across Maryland. Most recently the founder and principal of Bluebird Enterprises, LLC, she has guided numerous complex, multi-partner initiatives spanning master planning, workforce development, green infrastructure, and local food systems.
CWDI Board of Directors Driving Progress Forward
October 28, 2025
The Board of Directors of Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) is steadily advancing the long-envisioned Cambridge Harbor project—a community-centered, mixed-use waterfront district that celebrates Cambridge’s heritage while creating new opportunities for growth, recreation, and connection along the Choptank River.
Transforming Cambridge’s waterfront has been a community aspiration since the Committee of 100 of Dorchester first proposed redeveloping the area decades ago. Projects such as Sailwinds Park, Governor’s Hall, the Visitor Center, Everybody’s Playspace, and the Nathan of Dorchester skipjack took shape in the 1990s, followed by the opening of the Hyatt Regency in 2002.
CWDI Seeks Commercial Broker
September 25, 2025
Cambridge, MD – September 26, 2025 – Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) today announced the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for experienced commercial real estate brokers to market Cambridge Harbor—a transformative, 35-acre waterfront development on the Choptank River in Cambridge, Maryland.
Envisioned as a walkable, mixed-use destination inspired by the principles of new urbanism, Cambridge Harbor will integrate residential, retail, hospitality, and community spaces alongside a vibrant waterfront promenade. The project represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine Cambridge’s last major waterfront site.
CWDI Continues to Move Cambridge Harbor project forward
September 23, 2025
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) continues to move the Cambridge Harbor project forward, with several exciting developments following recent meetings, planning sessions, and board actions.
On August 27, CWDI held a Partner Meeting with city and county representatives. Some local leaders asked CWDI to take another look at the proposed housing density for the site. CWDI shared that they are open to those conversations, which will become even more meaningful once developer proposals start to come in.
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. Shares Update
August 29, 2025
Cambridge, Md. – A small group of citizens gathered on July 31 for a community update with the Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) board, where details of the long-term vision for Cambridge Harbor were presented.
July 4th fireworks at Cambridge Harbor
July 24, 2025
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) started July with a literal bang when it hosted a viewing of the Cambridge City July 4th fireworks at the Waterfront Park at Cambridge Harbor. Hooked on Seafood, Bayside Hotdogs, Chilly Billy's Ice Cream, Travelin' Tom's Coffee, Kona Ice, and Nibbles N Bits were local food vendors on site for this successful event.
CWDI is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
July 29, 2025
Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) is seeking a Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to oversee the organization's day-to-day operations. The CAO will work with CWDI’s Board of Directors in redeveloping a 30-acre property on the Choptank River, in Cambridge, Maryland. Cambridge--with a population of 13,200--is an up-and-coming Eastern Shore city with a 350-year-old maritime tradition and a vibrant historic downtown. Cambridge is home to a Hyatt resort and conference center and is the jumping off point for visits to the National Blackwater Wildlife Refuge and the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park.
CWDI Provides Promenade Progress Update
May 30, 2025
After two large concrete pours over the past couple weeks, Cambridge Waterfront Development, Inc. (CWDI) is happy to announce that the Waterfront Promenade is over 65% complete.
“We’re excited to be another step closer in providing this first public amenity of Cambridge Harbor” says Angie Hengst, CWDI’s President. “We encourage the community to come down and have a look at the progress.”