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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

Planning 101 Blog: Incorporating Art Into Your Planning Process

August 21, 2017

Whether a colorful mural brightening an otherwise-bare wall, a trail adorned with temporary or permanent public art, or a wastewater treatment plant enhanced by interpretive arts elements, cultural resources and art improve the sense of place and community everywhere from workplaces to small towns to major cities. Arts and culture add […]

State of Equity Report Update

August 21, 2017

Our State of Equity Report shows major disparities in health and economic opportunities – and persistent segregation – impede progress towards equity in Metro Boston. BOSTON — A new report released on February 28 by the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) shows that Greater Boston continues to struggle with significant disparities in access to […]

Statement by Marc Draisen on Proposed MBTA Cuts in Commuter Rail, The Ride

August 21, 2017

MAPC is deeply troubled by today’s announcement that the MBTA may cut all weekend commuter rail service along with some of The Ride’s services for riders with disabilities in order to close a $42 million budget gap. March 13, 2017 Marc D. Draisen, Executive Director of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC), today released the following statement: […]

Press Release: Braintree, MAPC to Update Community on Ivory Street Study

August 21, 2017

BRAINTREE – The Town of Braintree and the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) will host a Presentation and Community Forum on the Ivory Street Area Study next week, and all members of the community are welcome. The Ivory Street Corridor has the potential to become a new gateway for Braintree. […]

Press Release: 2nd Edition of NEMLEC STARS Toolkit Introduced

August 21, 2017

The Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council (NEMLEC) and the Northeast Homeland Security Regional Advisory Council (NERAC) sponsored a school safety conference on March 17th at Endicott College to introduce 225 stakeholders from school districts and public safety agencies throughout Essex and Middlesex Counties to the 2nd Edition of the NEMLEC School Threat […]