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Share Your Thoughts on the Chelsea Harbor Plan

Posted on August 14, 2018 at 9:28 am. Written by Elise Harmon

Do you live, work, or own a business in Chelsea? Are you interested in helping to shape the future of development along the Chelsea Creek waterfront and harbor?

Youth, Law Enforcement Join for Basketball Tournament

Posted on August 10, 2018 at 3:46 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

Law enforcement officials, youth services workers and local teens will join together for the Annual Shannon Grant Basketball Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018 in a show of solidarity among youth and those who fight for their safety.

MAPC issues statement on proposal to weaken vehicle emissions, fuel efficiency standards

Posted on August 10, 2018 at 1:26 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) today issued a statement in reaction to the proposed rule from the Trump Administration that would imperil the current greenhouse gas emission standards for model year 2021-2026 vehicles, and put in place weakened emission and fuel efficiency standards at the expense of our health, our environment, and our economy.

Metropolitan Mayors Coalition Issues Statement on Shannon Grant Funding in FY19 Budget

Posted on July 20, 2018 at 3:43 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

On Wednesday, the Legislature passed its FY19 state budget, which included $8 million for the Shannon Community Safety Initiative known as the Shannon Grant. This is a $2 million increase from last year’s funding level and is the highest amount for the program since FY15.

Baker-Polito Administration and Local Officials Sign Regional Agreement for Autonomous Vehicle Testing

Posted on June 22, 2018 at 4:49 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

The new agreement streamlines and standardizes the process for companies seeking to test Autonomous Vehicles on Massachusetts roadways.

MAPC Issues Statement on Demise of Fair Share Initiative

Posted on June 18, 2018 at 4:38 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

Amanda Linehan Communications Manager, MAPC 617-933-0705 alinehan@mapc.org For immediate release: Monday, June 18, 2018 MAPC Issues Statement on Demise of Fair Share Initiative BOSTON — The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) today issued a statement in reaction to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court decision that the so-called Fair Share Amendment should not be placed on […]

Help Shape the Future of the Chelsea Creek Waterfront

Posted on June 5, 2018 at 2:35 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

June 11 meeting on upcoming Municipal Harbor Plan For Immediate Release: Monday, June 4, 2018 CHELSEA – Do you live, work, or own a business in Chelsea? Are you interested in helping to shape the future of development along the Chelsea Creek waterfront and harbor? Join the City of Chelsea, Utile, the Urban Harbors Institute, […]

Help Envision Future Housing for Winchester

Posted on May 31, 2018 at 10:03 am. Written by Elise Harmon

For immediate release: Tuesday, May 29, 2018 ‘Housing Production Plan’ will identify housing need and shape town’s housing goals for the future WINCHESTER – Do you live in Winchester? Are you interested in helping to shape a vision for housing in your community? Join the Town of Winchester and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) […]

Help kick off the ‘LandLine’ regional trail network for Greater Boston!

Posted on May 15, 2018 at 1:09 pm. Written by Elise Harmon

Join MAPC and the City of Malden to launch the new LandLine Trail and Greenway plan, a network of connected and protected walking & biking routes across Metro Boston, 5/16 @ 10 a.m. MALDEN – Are you a bike commuter, cycling enthusiast, someone who enjoys walking, or just interested in getting out of your […]

Help Shape the Future of Winchester

Posted on April 26, 2018 at 10:25 am. Written by Elise Harmon

Master Plan project will shape future growth, amenities in town Amanda Linehan Communications Manager Metropolitan Area Planning Council 617-933-0705 alinehan@mapc.org For Immediate Release: Wednesday, April 25, 2018 WINCHESTER – Do you live in Winchester? Are you interested in helping to shape the community’s future? Join town officials and staff from the Metropolitan Area Planning […]