Planning
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.
MARPA Gathers for District Local Technical Assistance Day at the State House
March 5, 2026 – Executive directors and staff representing the Commonwealth’s 13 Regional Planning Agencies gathered for a day of […]
MMC Regional Housing Task Force – Tracking Progress to 2030 Housing Production Goal
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) has released its annual update on permitting activity throughout the Metro Mayors Coalition […]
What is Joint Rule 10? Priority Legislation Reaches an Important Step
What is Joint Rule 10? Priority Legislation Reaches an Important Step By MAPC’s Government Affairs Team December 3, 2025 – […]
This Playbook Helps Municipalities and Community Partners Prepare for Local Climate Impacts
This Playbook Helps Municipalities and Community Partners Prepare for Local Climate Impacts By Emma Zehner, Senior Clean Energy and Climate […]
From Local Sheltering to Regional Resilience: How Communities Are Getting Ready for Emergencies
From Local Sheltering to Regional Resilience: How Communities Are Getting Ready for Emergencies By Elizabeth Robert, Emergency Preparedness Manager Pictured: […]
Recapping the 2025 MARPA-DLS Conference
“Massachusetts doesn’t wait. We lead.” Recapping the 2025 MARPA-DLS Conference at the College of the Holy Cross October 7, 2025 […]