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MVPC 2020 Annual Report

MVPC 2020 Annual Report

The Mission of the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission is to foster a cooperative effort among its communities in resolving common, regional problems, to allow its communities to plan jointly, and to promote with the greatest efficiency and economy the coordinated and orderly development of the region and the general welfare of its residents.

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MVPC Awarded Grant to Prevent Pollution in Waterways

MVPC Awarded Grant to Prevent Pollution in Waterways

Last week the Baker-Polito Administration awarded over $1.4M to six projects across Massachusetts including to Essex County through MVPC. This Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funding is awarded by MassDEP through the 319 Grant Program which focuses on the implementation of measures to control nonpoint source (NPS) pollution to surface and groundwater.

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Merrimack Valley Communities Receive MVP Resiliency Funding

Merrimack Valley Communities Receive MVP Resiliency Funding

The Baker-Polito administration announced more MVP Planning & Action Grant funding to Massachusetts cities and towns. In the Merrimack Valley, Haverhill, Lawrence, Newburyport and Salisbury received funding to implement priority action projects identified by resiliency planning.

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U.S. Dept. of Commerce Invests $400k in Merrimack Valley

U.S. Dept. of Commerce Invests $400k in Merrimack Valley

Federal support is vital for the Merrimack Valley. The economic fallout of COVID-19 has been devastating for the region, particularly for small businesses. This funding will support the important economic recovery and resiliency efforts necessary in building a stable and more equitable economy.

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