Transportation
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.
Perfect Fit Parking: How Much is Residential Parking Actually Being Used?
In communities across Metro Boston, parking is a point of contention for initiatives ranging from zoning to housing projects: everyone […]
Is Metro Boston Building Too Much Parking?
Boston – Parking is a hotly-debated across Metro Boston, with little hard data about how many off-street spaces already exist in the region, and how many we need to build in order to meet future demand – until now.
Life Moves Pretty Fast, But Lowering Speed Limits Can Save Lives
“Life moves pretty fast,” goes the quote from “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” “If you don’t slow down and look around, […]
Boston Greenbelt Walk
Over 40 participants joined MAPC and the Free Walkers, a long-distance walking group, for a walk along part of the […]
Putting Legacy First: Planning for the Boston 2024 Olympics
Quick links: Executive Summary, Full Report Boston’s Olympic bid has the potential to shape the region for years to come. […]
Winter Council Meeting: Budgeting Transportation
Transportation was at the center of discussion at MAPC’s February 25th Council Meeting – as it has been throughout Greater […]