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 […]

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 […]

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: […]

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. […]