Community Compact IT Grant Awarded to Groveland
Use for the Community Compact IT Grant The Community Compact IT Grant is awarded to municipalities by the state to drive innovation and advancements in the technological realm. This grant is designed to fund community initiatives that make technological tools easier...MV Moves Abutters Survey Takeaways
Introduction As part of the Active Transportation Plan, MVPC staff solicited input from people living near shared used paths across the region. The abutters survey was intended to gather information about the experience (good or bad) of living near a path and how...Transportation Funding 101 and 2025-2029 TIP
What’s the TIP? Each year, MVMPO staff develop the region’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The TIP is a five-year plan for capital improvements that are candidates for federal aid. In other words, the TIP only programs projects that will potentially make...Record Breaking Year for CSO Discharge in the Merrimack
Combined Sewage Overflow (CSO) events are a common and concerning occurrences in the Merrimack River. CSOs occur during instances of heavy rainfall when the volume of sewage and rain exceed system capacity, causing untreated stormwater and wastewater to discharge...MV Moves Intercept Survey Takeaways
Introduction As part of MV Moves (Active Transportation Plan), MVPC’s Transportation Program conducted data collection, intercept surveys, and abutters surveys on the various shared use paths in the region. The knowledge gained from the data collection and public...MVPC Sr. GIS Analyst Mikayla Minor Earns GISP Certification
MVPC is pleased to announce that our Senior GIS Analyst, Mikayla Minor has completed the requirements to become a Certified Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP) through the GIS Certification Institute (GISCI). The GISCI provides the geospatial community...Industrial Zone Profile Kickoff
MVPC is excited to announce the kickoff of a new planning initiative lead by the Community and Economic Development department. Last year the department applied for and received a federal grant from the Economic Development Administration to conduct a study of...MVPC Begins Upgrading GIS Web Applications
MVPC begins upgrading GIS web applications to Esri’s new Experience Builder technology to improve online GIS functionality.
MV Moves Public Engagement
MVPC’s Transportation Program initiated its public engagement process for the Active Transportation Plan (ATP) – or MV Moves. MV Moves builds upon the original ATP completed in 2014 and the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), which was endorsed by the MVMPO in...Coastal Dune Restoration on Plum Island
On a clear and blustery day in November, we geared up and headed out to Plum Island. With buckets of loamy soil, shakers of nutrients, spades, and bundles of American beach grass, we made our way towards the ocean, stopping at the top of the sand dunes. Over the next...Spicket River Public Meetings
The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission (MVPC), in collaboration with the Merrimack River Watershed Council (MRWC), Groundwork Lawrence (GWL), and the Cities of Methuen and Lawrence, are excited to share an opportunity for the public to learn about ongoing efforts to...Envisioning the Future of the Merrimack Valley Economy
Launch of the Merrimack Valley 2023 - 2028 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Last week, MVPC officially launched the Merrimack Valley’s 2023 – 2028 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). Elected officials, business leaders, municipal...Celebrate GIS Day with the MVPC Programs
MVPC GIS celebrates GIS by giving a brief overview of the many applications built on behalf of the region and the other programs.
The Street Project film screening in Newburyport
Newburyport Livable Streets and MVPC are co-hosting a screening for “The Street Project” which is a new documentary that addresses the growing trend of pedestrian and cyclist fatalities on roads in the US. The topic is handled in this film by exploring...MVPC Welcomes Latest Team Members to Build Capacity
MVPC welcomes latest team members and adds critical skillsets to the team which bolster capacity and expertise.
Clean Energy Planning in the Valley
MVPC has been awarded new funding in the realm of regional clean energy planning for the Merrimack Valley communities.
Eagleview Training Recording Released
Access the recording of the training hosted by MVPC and conducted by Eagleview on the aerial imagery platform, ConnectExplorer.
Minority Certification Cohort Program Kickoff
The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission (MVPC), in partnership with Small Business Strong and Mill Cities Community Investments, have launched the Minority Certification Cohort Program. The program, funded by the Eastern Bank Foundation, will guide Merrimack Valley...Merrimack Valley Housing Production Plan Public Engagement
Beginning last fall, MVPC has been working alongside the region’s 15 cities and towns to update their individual Housing Production Plans (HPP). A critical component of these plan updates is gathering community input, in addition to discussion from municipal...2023 Aerial Imagery Capture Available on MIMAP
The 2023 aerial imagery acquisition has been deployed to MIMAP after being captured this past spring, marking the start of flights biannually.
Trails and Sails in Gloucester!
This year, MVPC’s Environmental Program hosted a Trails and Sails event! Trails and Sails is a free ten-day event series (9/15-9/24) put on by Essex Heritage. Community groups and organizations host different programs as part of the series to build awareness about the...Vision Zero Coming to the Merrimack Valley
Transportation is a basic need. MVPC is committed to ensuring a safe and reliable transportation network so roadway users can move comfortably throughout the region. Early last Spring, we were awarded a Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Planning Grant with sister...Metropolitan Transportation Plan and Coordinated Plan
Metropolitan Transportation Plan People, Choice, and Possibility are the themes of Merrimack Valley Vision 2050, Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). This plan puts people – their needs and desires – first in planning for a balanced transportation...Restoring Seagrass in Coastal Waters
In Northeast Massachusetts, we are fortunate to have an abundance of coastline. While we often think of sandy beaches and rocky bluffs, there is a diversity of habitats that make up our coastal ecosystem. Vegetated sand dunes, salt marshes, and coastal shrublands...Flooding- State of Emergency Declared
Heavy rain last Tuesday (8/8/23) caused significant flooding across eastern Massachusetts, with communities in the Merrimack Valley region experiencing among the highest rainfall totals in the State. Impacts from the storm have been widespread with damage to vehicles,...MVPC Aces Cybersecurity Awareness Grant Program
MVPC is pleased to announce we have successfully completed the Municipal Cybersecurity Awareness Grant program.
Covid-19 Economic Recovery Update
It has been over three years since Covid-19 became a global pandemic and national health emergency. Along with the rest of the country, the Merrimack Valley saw a sharp increase in unemployment and many businesses struggled to stay afloat throughout the crisis....MVPC Finalizes 2022 Annual Report
MVPC is pleased to announce that we have completed our annual report and the updated version is available online. We have created a Spanish and English version to suit our audience’s needs. MVPC 2022 Annual Report (English) MVPC 2022 Annual Report...2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
The Merrimack Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MVMPO) recently adopted the Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) is the region’s transportation capital plan. Each year the MVMPO prepares...Peter Phippen Receives Gulf of Maine Visionary Award
In June, the Gulf of Maine Council on the Marine Environment held their 2023 Visionary Award Ceremony. The Gulf of Maine Council is an international collaboration first created in 1989 by the governments of Maine, Massachusetts, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, and Nova...MVPC Welcomes Regional Mobility Experts to Staff
MVPC welcomes two new staff to the transportation program with an emphasis on mobility, technology, and outreach.
Public Comment: FFY23 UPWP Amendment 2 & FFY24 UPWP Draft
Notice is hereby given of the Availability of the following amendment and draft for public review and comment: Aviso de audiencias públicas / disponibilidad para revisión y comentarios Public Hearing Notices (includes links); Español; 简体中文 Proposed Draft Amendment #2...Merrimack River Collaborative
Water Quality in the Merrimack River The Merrimack River is a coveted natural resource, connecting and defining communities throughout Northeastern Massachusetts. The river serves as a source of cultural, ecological, and recreational value for all who engage in its...Public Comment on TIP Documents
Notice is hereby given of the Availability of the following Amendment for public review and comment: Aviso de audiencias públicas / disponibilidad para revisión y comentarios Proposed Draft Amendment #3 to the 2023-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and the...Regional Hazard Mitigation Planning
MVPC has kicked off the Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update process with ten communities in the Valley! Hazard mitigation planning is the process of reducing regional vulnerability to natural hazards through comprehensive planning that protects and bolsters our...Merrimack Valley Legislative Delegation Open House
MVPC welcomed the Merrimack Valley’s legislative delegation to an open house at MVPC’s office in Haverhill.
Support for Regional Trails and Active Transportation
Regional trails are a big part of the Active Transportation Network initiative at MVPC. The Transportation program supports these trails through a variety of funding techniques and partnerships around the region.
MVPC Awarded Grant to Advance CSO Early Alert Tool
MVPC has been awarded funding from the Community Compact Cabinet Efficiency and Regionalization Grant Program to support improved communication and notification of water quality in the Merrimack River.
Meet the Merrimack Valley’s New Legislators!
Merrimack Valley Planning Commission offers a warm welcome to the newly elected legislators in the Merrimack Valley.
Public Hearings – Draft 23-27 TIP Amendments
Notice is hereby given of the Availability of the following Amendment for public review and comment: Please provide comments by emailing [email protected] or filling out the comment form through the button below: Provide Comments Now Aviso de audiencias públicas /...MVPC Participates in Municipal Cyber Security Awareness
MVPC was awarded the opportunity to participate in EOTSS’s Municipal Cyber Security Awareness Grant program to enhance our protocols.
MV Vision 2050 – Public Engagement Update
MVPC’s Transportation Program has been conducting public engagement for MV Vision 2050 – the Metropolitan Transportation Plan – a plan that includes goals, projects, and strategies for creating a multimodal transportation network out to the year 2050. The planning...MVPC Welcomes Latest Additions to Staff
MVPC welcomes our new hires, Jodie Furey and Patrick Reed as the latest additions to our Administration and Transportation Teams.
Great Marsh Resiliency Task Force Annual Meeting
The Great Marsh Resiliency Task Force, co-chaired by Senator Bruce Tarr and organized by MVPC’s Peter Phippen, convened for the 10th time at their annual meeting on January 27th, 2023. This year, the speakers covered a broad range of topics, presenting on a diversity...Public Hearings – Draft Title VI Document
Notice is hereby given of the Availability of the following Amendment for public review and comment: Proposed Draft of the 2023 Merrimack Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MVMPO) Title VI Program Plan preliminar del programa Título VI de la organización de...MVPC Welcomes Newest C&ED Planner, Kayla Rennie
MVPC welcomes Kayla Rennie, our newest Community and Economic Development Planner focused on regional initiatives.