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Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Landing future is topic of March 23 meeting

MAPC recently completed a study of Weymouth Landing that addresses six new strategies for revitalization: encouraging new development; making better use of existing parking; strengthening the business mix; improving the walking experience; enhancing the sense of place; and strengthening waterfront connections. With the assistance of the MAPC, Braintree and Weymouth are now working to implement this plan.

Thursday, March 4, 2010
Everyone Counts: The 2010 Census is Here

To help communities prepare for the 2010 Census, the bureau compiled a database that ranks the hardest-to-count areas. According to the Boston-based Metropolitan Area Planning Council, among the 651 tracts that make up one percent of the hardest-to-count tracks, 19 are located in Massachusetts.

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Monday, February 22, 2010
Natick Receives Stimulus Grant for Solar Project

BOSTON – Natick has received a $50,000 federal grant to help the town develop Solar Photovoltaic Panels at the Kennedy Middle School and at the town’s public safety headquarters, under a special round of federal stimulus funding announced last week by Governor Deval Patrick.

The grant will bring engineering and project development assistance to Natick as the town plans for solar panels at both Kennedy Middle School and the police/fire station.

Friday, February 19, 2010
Canton Receives Stimulus Grant for Energy Savings

BOSTON – Canton has received a $150,000 award to convert the Rodman Preschool’s heating system from steam to energy-saving hot water, under a special round of federal stimulus funding announced yesterday by Governor Deval Patrick.

The project allows Canton to convert the Rodman Preschool and Administration Building heating system from steam to hot water, as part of a larger $1.5 million energy savings performance contract.

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Updated on February 22, 2010 - 1:17pm