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The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) is the regional planning agency serving the people who live and work in the 101 cities and towns of Metropolitan Boston. We work toward sound municipal management, sustainable land use, protection of natural resources, efficient and affordable transportation, a diverse housing stock, public safety, economic development, clean energy, healthy communities, an informed public, and equity and opportunity among people of all backgrounds.

Press Releases & Statements

Representatives from MAPC, MBI, and the City of Quincy are pictured together behind a podium. A blue and green neon light that says "Go Live! MA Broadband Institute" sits on a table in front of the individuals standing.

Quincy, MAPC, MBI Launch Free Wi-Fi Program for O’Brien Tower Residents

August 25, 2025

Quincy, MAPC, MBI Launch Free Wi-Fi Program for O’Brien Tower Residents The internet service is one component of a citywide initiative to address technological needs Aug. 22, 2025 – The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), the City of Quincy, and the Quincy Housing Authority celebrated the launch of a local “Apartment […]

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Communities and Artists Collaborate to “Build a Cool Culture” in Response to Extreme Heat

June 30, 2025

Communities and Artists Collaborate to “Build a Cool Culture” in Response to Extreme Heat MAPC, Mystic River Watershed Association, City of Chelsea, City of Malden, City of Everett, City of Revere, Town of Winthrop partner to bring three artist teams to their communities. June 30, 2025 – As a dangerous […]

Comment Period on MAPC’s 2025–2030 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Now Open

June 20, 2025

Comment Period on MAPC’s 2025-2030 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Now Open Public comments will be accepted from Friday, June 20 through Monday, July 21, 2025. June 20, 2025 – BOSTON – The Metropolitan Area Planning Council seeks public input on the final draft of its 2025-2030 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy […]

Mass. Mayors and Officials Issue Statement on ICE Actions in Local Communities

June 12, 2025

Mass. Mayors and Officials Issue Statement on ICE Actions in Local Communities June 13, 2025 – BOSTON – “For the past several weeks, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials have been entering some of our communities and arresting residents. ICE has stated that they are prioritizing the removal of people who […]

Standing left to right together, and holding the signed Climate Commitment: MAPC Deputy Executive Director Lizzi Weyant, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, MAPC Executive Director Marc Draisen, and U.S. Senator Edward Markey.

Mayors and Managers from 17 Communities Commit to New Climate Goals at Boston Museum of Science

May 12, 2025

Mayors and Managers from 17 Communities Commit to New Climate Goals at Boston Museum of Science The communities include Arlington, Boston, Braintree, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Lynn, Malden, Melrose, Medford, Newton, Quincy, Revere, Somerville, Watertown, and Winthrop May 12, 2025 – BOSTON – Mayors and managers from 17 municipalities gathered today […]