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Planning 101: Government Affairs

Government Affairs

Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on topics related to smart growth and regional collaboration. This blog covers a diverse range of issues that include transportation, clean energy, land use, environment, public health, local government, equity, the innovative usage of public data, and the process of creating digital tools.

Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches

July 9, 2024

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches July 9, 2024 – We are officially less […]

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Photo shows people inside a conference room at the Commonwealth Museum - they are facing a screen and a speaker at a podium.

Officers and Executive Committee Elected, Staff Members Awarded at Annual Council Meeting

June 12, 2024

Officers and Executive Committee Elected, Staff Members Awarded at Annual Council Meeting Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and […]

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Photo of a conference room in the Massachusetts Statehouse. There are several tables with many law enforcement attendees, as well as a speaker standing at a podium.

Advocates Gather for Community Safety Day on the Hill

May 1, 2024

Advocates Gather for Community Safety Day on the Hill Written by Rosemary Volinski, Program Specialist, Municipal Collaboration May 1, 2024 […]

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A photo of the regional planning agencies' leaders at the 2024 DLTA Day at the State House.

MARPA Gathers for District Local Technical Assistance Day

March 27, 2024

MARPA Gathers for District Local Technical Assistance Day March 27, 2024 – Yesterday, leaders from most of the Commonwealth’s 13 […]

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Houses in Somerville, MA

Affordable Homes Act Reported Favorably by Joint Committee on Housing

March 8, 2024

Affordable Homes Act Reported Favorably by Joint Committee on Housing Hearing draws more than 250 municipal officials, housing professionals, business […]

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A photo from the Creative Sector Advocacy Celebration, featuring Governor Maura Healey, Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll, and other local leaders.

MAPC Advocates for the Arts

January 24, 2024

MAPC Advocates for the Arts Written by Norman Abbott, Senior Government Affairs Specialist January 24, 2024 – Hundreds of advocates […]

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