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Planning101

Planning101

Talking Smart Growth for 101 Communities in Greater Boston

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.

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Supporting Households as Federal Extra COVID SNAP Benefits Ends

March 15, 2023

Supporting Households as Federal Extra COVID SNAP Benefits Ends Written by Jessika Brenin, Public Health & Food Systems Planner II, […]

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DOE Funding Opportunity for MAPC Municipalities to Invest in Clean Energy Projects – Apply Now!

February 23, 2023

DOE Funding Opportunity for MAPC Municipalities to Invest in Clean Energy Projects – Apply Now! Written by Clean Energy and […]

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How Do You Evaluate Equity in Community Engagement?

February 14, 2023

How Do You Evaluate Equity in Community Engagement?  Piloting a qualitative evaluation of equitable community engagement processes Written by Gloria […]

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Metropolitan Area Planning Council Announces Policy Priorities Ahead of 193rd Legislative Session

January 3, 2023

Metropolitan Area Planning Council Announces Policy Priorities Ahead of 193rd Legislative Session MAPC’s legislative priorities are rooted in the goals […]

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Funding Opportunities for Mass. Schools to Invest in Indoor Air Quality & Heat Resilience

October 12, 2022

Funding Opportunities for Mass. Schools to Invest in Indoor Air Quality & Heat Resilience Written by Sharon Ron, MAPC senior […]

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MARPA-DLS Conference Highlights Opportunities for Cities & Towns, Reflects on Accomplishments

October 4, 2022

More than one hundred municipal officials and staff from across the Commonwealth gathered last week for the 2022 Statewide Municipal […]

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