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...

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

PVPC’s FAA-certified drone team provides high-resolution aerial photography & videography for:
- GIS & mapping analysis
- Infrastructure assessments
- Environmental monitoring
- Construction documentation & more

🎥 Explore our drone capabilities: pvpc.org/program/dmv/...

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

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

Sewer, water & drainage work is complete on Valley View Ave! Next up: new sidewalks & roadway resurfacing this spring. Funded by the FY22/23 Community Development Block Grant for Russell, Huntington, Chester & Middlefield. #PVPC #Infrastructure

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

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

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

🚧 Crews are installing new drainage on Valley View Ave as part of the Infrastructure Improvement Project, funded by the FY22/23 Community Development Block Grant for Russell, Huntington, Chester & Middlefield. Upgrades include new sewer lines, sidewalks & resurfaced roads!

🚨 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

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

🚴‍♂️ 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

🚲 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

See what's happening this week for Bike Month 🚲🚲🚲

Full event list here: shorturl.at/p8rQT

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

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