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Planning101

Talking Smart Growth for 101 Communities in Greater Boston

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.

Photo is of the Massachusetts Old State House in Boston historic city center, located close to landmark Beacon Hill and Freedom Trail.

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches

July 9, 2024

Priority Bills as the End of the 2023-2024 Massachusetts Legislative Session Approaches July 9, 2024 – We are officially less […]

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Cool Roofs in Action: A Spotlight on Successful Implementation in the Metro Mayors Region

June 28, 2024

Cool Roofs in Action: A Spotlight on Successful Implementation in the Metro Mayors Region Written by Colleen Shortell, Clean Energy and […]

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A screenshot of MAPC's Cool Roof Site Suitability Tool. The map shows part of Arlington with various shades of red, yellow, and orange, and a side bar of option to filter the view.

Is a Cool Roof Right for You?

June 25, 2024

Is a Cool Roof Right for You? Find Out with MAPC’s New Tool and Assessment Written by Colleen Shortell, Clean […]

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A photo of the MAPC Emergency Management team. Pictured from left to right: Elizabeth Robert, Emergency Preparedness Manager; Jenifer Wallitsch, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator; Dan Witts, Emergency Preparedness Specialist; and Lauren Sacks, Program Specialist

MAPC Leads Emergency Preparedness Exercise for Cape Ann Region

June 24, 2024

MAPC Leads Emergency Preparedness Exercise for Cape Ann Region Written by Jenifer Wallitsch, Emergency Preparedness Coordinator Pictured: The Amaral-Bailey Post […]

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A photo of the Lower Mills Village, Massachusetts, spanning both sides of the Neponset River between Milton (on the right) and City of Boston (Dorchester) (on the left).

Preserving and Creating New Homes Through Historic Building Rehabilitation

June 21, 2024

Preserving and Creating New Homes Through Historic Building Rehabilitation Written by Sarah Scott, Regional Land Use Planer II Pictured: Lower […]

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Cooling Down the Metro Mayors Region: the Basics & Benefits of Cool Roofs

June 20, 2024

Cooling Down the Metro Mayors Region: the Basics & Benefits of Cool Roofs Written by Colleen Shortell, Clean Energy and […]

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