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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News & Announcements
MVPC Releases 2025 Priority Growth Strategy
MVPC is thrilled to announce the completion of the Merrimack Valley 2025 Priority Growth Strategy, available here. The PGS serves as a guiding regional land use plan that identifies Priority Growth Areas (PGAs) across each community in the Merrimack Valley. The...
Green Crab Summit
The European Green Crab, Caricnus maenas, was first spotted in New England in the early 1800’s. Though quite cute in appearance, since arriving in our waters, the Green Crab has wreaked havoc in our local marine ecosystems. This prolific crab has been tied to steep...
MaGICC, RPAs and MassGIS United
When geospatial data first entered the digital age, the primary goal of geospatial professionals was to obtain and convert as much data as possible to digital systems. Gone were the days of paper maps and in ushered a new era of computing and web-based systems. As...
