PVPC and regional partners received a $268K grant to help towns protect farmland. Excited to work with FRCOG & BRPC to preserve farmland across Western Mass.
Read the full story in the Greenfield Recorder: recorder.com/2026/02/07/p...
13.02.2026 16:28 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Safer streets start with you!
Join our virtual public meeting for Pioneer Valley Safe Streets and make your voice heard on February 24, 2026, at 1:00 pm.
11.02.2026 17:19 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
¡Calles más seguras empiezan contigo!
Únete a nuestra reunión pública virtual de Pioneer Valley Safe Streets y haz oír tu voz el 24 de Febrero de 2026 a la 1 PM.
11.02.2026 17:19 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🚲🚶 Congratulations to Jeffrey McCollough, Principal Transportation Planner at PVPC, on being sworn in as a member of the MA Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Board!
The Board advises MassDOT on safe, accessible bike + pedestrian transportation. Proud to see PVPC expertise represented.
26.01.2026 14:39 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
PVPC has released the Bicycle & Pedestrian Transportation Plan 2025 Update - a regional roadmap for improving active transportation across the Pioneer Valley. Built with data, community input, and a focus on safety, equity, and climate resilience.
🔗 Read the plan: pvpc.org/wp-content/u...
09.01.2026 15:50 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
The Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan 2025 Update is complete.
Developed by PVPC, the plan offers data, analysis, and policy recommendations to help municipalities strengthen infrastructure across the Pioneer Valley’s 43 communities.
📄 Read the final report: shorturl.at/XoNC6
02.01.2026 17:16 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
On Nov. 19, the Quantum Training Academy welcomed its newest graduates! These young innovators are gaining the skills and experience to excel in quantum computing and emerging tech industries. 🌟🚀 #PVPC #FutureWorkforce #QuantumComputing
21.11.2025 22:29 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
PVPC Executive Director Kim Robinson had the opportunity to present at last week’s Massachusetts Gaming Commission meeting in Springfield, sharing updates on PVPC’s FY2023 Community Mitigation Fund grant. A great discussion and continued momentum for our region! #PVPC #CommunityImpact
18.11.2025 18:51 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
PVPC joined regional partners from all four Connecticut River watershed states to identify shared priorities and explore a watershed compact for stronger interstate collaboration and visibility.
#ConnecticutRiver #RegionalPlanning
31.10.2025 20:48 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Thanks to DCR’s Floodplain Managers - Katie, Nadia & Joy - for training local officials on Hampshire County’s first new FEMA flood maps in 40 years! 🌊
18+ municipal reps joined us at the Hadley Senior Center to learn more. #ResilientCommunities #FloodplainManagement
24.10.2025 18:20 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
At PVPC’s October Commission Meeting, we celebrated a year of progress - from the Quantum Training Academy to wins in transportation, housing & digital equity. Honored to present our Regional Service Award to Aaron Vega & Nicole LaChapelle!
#PVPC #WesternMA #RegionalPlanning #PioneerValley
15.10.2025 21:23 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🚨 Join us for the 2025 Statewide Municipal Partnerships Conference! 🚨
🗓️ Oct. 7 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
📍 College of the Holy Cross, Worcester
🎓 AICP CM Credits Available
🗓️ Register by Sept. 22
➡️ mapc.ma/marpa-2025
Keynote by Lt. Gov. Kim Driscoll! #MARPA2025
19.09.2025 21:00 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Congratulations to Chicopee on completing phase one of the Abbey Brook restoration! The project removed a hazardous dam and restored riparian areas, boosting flood resilience and habitat. Next steps include culvert upgrades and daylighting the brook near Szot Park.
Learn more - shorturl.at/aOtrg
18.08.2025 21:07 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 1 📌 0
🚴♂️ Westfield Ride of Silence - May 21, 7PM 🚴♂️
Ride in honor of cyclists who’ve been killed or injured. Slow, silent, and powerful. Begins at Westfield Middle School and heads toward WSU. Helmets required.
Rain date: May 24 at 10AM
More info: columbiagreenway.org/events
#BikeMonth #RideOfSilence
21.05.2025 01:27 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
🚲 Westfield’s Mayor’s Bike Ride rolls out tomorrow at 5:30 PM from City Hall!
Family-friendly, 7-8 miles, free ice cream at the end 🍦
We’ll be there sharing the Pioneer Valley Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan and ways to support active transportation. #BayStateBikeMonth
14.05.2025 02:04 — 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
PVPC is tabling at a classic Bike Week tradition hosted by Bikes 4 All + Friends of Northampton Trails! Learn about the Pioneer Valley Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan and get inspired to celebrate active transportation during Bay State Bike Month.
Read the plan here: shorturl.at/Kcbfp
09.05.2025 21:28 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
We're heading to the Amherst Sustainability Festival! 🌿
🗓️ May 10 | 🕙 10 AM - 4 PM
📍 Amherst Town Common
Stop by our table to learn about the Pioneer Valley Regional Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan. Let’s talk walkable, bikeable communities! 🚶♀️🚲🚍
Read up on the plan here: shorturl.at/wuyQM
06.05.2025 20:57 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
