Merrimack Valley Planning Commission
We foster a cooperative effort among our communities in the Merrimack Valley of Massachusetts to resolve common, regional problems, to allow our 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.
meeting specific needs in our community
Our Key Program Areas
Community & Economic Development
Our work in the region is dedicated to cultivating a prosperous, inclusive, and thriving region through a diverse and sustainable economy.
Environment
We work with our communities and concerned citizens to protect the region’s natural resources and bring development and preservation balance to the Merrimack Valley.
GIS & Information Technology
In a dynamic and evolving technical landscape, we bridge the gap between technology and solutions that help our communities.
Transportation
Collaborating with our communities and partners to ensure that the Merrimack Valley has a dynamic multi-modal transportation network that works for all people.
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Upcoming Events
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News & Announcements
Revitalizing a Beloved Map: MIMAP’s Upcoming Upgrade
Originally created in 2006, MIMAP still stands as one of our most widely used applications. Since then, it has gone through a complete revision in 2015. Now a decade on, it is once again starting to show its age – some functions are no longer working as the technology...
MVMPO Endorses Updated Congestion Management Process
At its January meeting, the Merrimack Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization (MVMPO) endorsed an updated Congestion Management Process (CMP) for the Merrimack Valley region. The CMP, a federally required transportation planning document, was prepared by MVMPC’s...
Launch of the Region’s 2024-2029 Housing Production Plan
MVPC hosted a housing summit to officially launch the Housing Production Plans (HPPs) of all fifteen cities and towns in the region. Elected officials, municipal staff, housing advocates, and community organizations gathered at North Essex Community College to discuss...
