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.
Fix the T Calculator: Tell us how YOU would fill the MBTA’s budget gap
How should the MBTA fill next year’s $161 million budget gap? You tell us! MAPC just launched our online MBTA […]
Read MoreCharlie's Corner: Federal smart growth legislation roundup
February was another key month for the transportation reauthorization, with quite a bit of activity packed into its 29 days. […]
Read MoreMetroFuture Walks & Talks: The Somerville Maple Syrup Boil Down
One of the strategies outlined in MAPC’s MetroFuture regional plan is the creation and strengthening of local food programs. Somerville, Mass., […]
Read MoreFrom the ground up: Finding innovative ways to promote energy efficiency
The original version of this blog post appeared on the ACEEE blog. Local municipalities and community organizations are adopting policies, […]
Read MoreCongratulations to MAPC's Christian Spanring!
Congratulations to Christian Spanring, MAPC’s GIS Developer, who was recently awarded with the Somerville Community Corporation’s Norris Weston Award! SCC honored […]
Read MoreMAPC Open House Recap
Thank you to everyone who showed up on Tuesday night for MAPC’s 3rd annual Open House! Visitors toured three floors […]
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