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MVPC promotes community and regional collaboration and innovation; plans for the strategic growth and development and assists in regional development economically, efficiently and with an eye to the future.

05/21/2026

Small businesses are at the heart of the Merrimack Valley. They create jobs, provide essential services, strengthen local economies, and help shape the character of our communities.

During Small Business Month, MVPC celebrates the entrepreneurs and small business owners who continue to invest in our region, while also recognizing the network of partners, municipalities, chambers, lenders, and organizations that help support their success.

When small businesses are supported, entire communities benefit.

Read the full article on our website: https://mvpc.org/2026/05/20/small-business-month-behind-every-small-business-is-a-support-system/

05/19/2026

Cybersecurity - Staying safe online is more important than ever.

At MVPC, our staff participate in ongoing cybersecurity training to better protect our organization and ourselves from evolving digital threats. From spotting phishing attempts to securing devices, these efforts are helping us stay ahead, with results already exceeding industry benchmarks.

Cybersecurity isn’t just for organizations, it matters for everyone.

Read the full article on our website and learn simple tips to protect yourself and your information.

https://mvpc.org/2026/05/13/cybersecurity/

05/18/2026

You’re invited! Beach Management Community Forums

Join the communities of Salisbury, Newbury, and Newburyport for a discussion on regional beach sediment management and local coastal resilience.

Community members are invited to attend one of two forums:

Thursday, June 4 | 5:00–6:30 PM
Blue Ocean Event Center
4 Ocean Front S, Salisbury, MA

Friday, June 5 | 10:00–11:30 AM
PITA Hall
8 Plum Island Blvd., Newbury, MA

Come share your experiences, hear key findings from the Regional Beach Sediment Management Study, and provide feedback on proposed management strategies.

Questions? Contact Hanna Mogensen at [email protected].

05/13/2026

MVPC recently attended the three-part Waste Watchers Workshop series organized by the Alliance of Climate and Environmental Stewards (ACES), bringing together Merrimack Valley communities, school districts, and regional partners to discuss strategies for reducing municipal waste.

The workshops focused on collaboration, recycling improvements, funding opportunities, public outreach, and ways communities can work together to support the Commonwealth’s waste reduction goals.

MVPC applauds ACES and all participating communities and school districts for their commitment to sustainability and regional collaboration.

Read the full article on our website: https://mvpc.org/2026/05/13/mvpc-attends-waste-watchers-workshop/

05/07/2026

MVPC is proud to share our 2025 Annual Report! This past year, we continued to support our communities through key initiatives in Community & Economic Development, Environmental Planning, Transportation, and GIS. Take a look at what we’ve accomplished together and what’s ahead in our region.

https://mvpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025-Final-Annual-Report.pdf

05/05/2026

What if we looked at public transit like a story?

Using the “Hero’s Journey” storytelling framework, MVPC and MeVa Transit are working with seniors across the Merrimack Valley to map the real-life experience of riding the bus from start to finish.

By breaking each trip into key moments, we’re gaining insight into how to improve everything from information access to shelters, seating, and onboard amenities. This approach helps us design transit that truly supports age-friendly mobility and meets riders where they are.

It’s all about seeing transportation through the rider’s journey and making that journey better.

click below for the full article on our website:
https://mvpc.org/2026/04/28/how-the-heros-journey-aids-age-friendly-transit-design/

05/04/2026

Ready to take your business to the next level?

If you’re a minority-owned business in Lawrence, Methuen, or Haverhill, this is your opportunity to get certified, increase your visibility, and get contract-ready.

Through the Merrimack Valley Certification Cohort, you’ll get hands-on support every step of the way — from certification to positioning your business for new opportunities.

Applications are open now through May 22

Apply today: https://app.mvpc.org/SDO_Cohort2026

This program is offered through MVPC with support from the Eastern Bank Foundation.

04/16/2026

EARTH DAY 2026

Spring is officially here in the Merrimack Valley which means it the perfect time to get outdoors and enjoy the communities we live in.

A great way to enjoy the communities we live in and help welcome in the warmer months is by getting involved in a local Earth Day event. This year, Earth Day falls on April 22nd, and many communities have organized an Earth Day event throughout the month to celebrate. If you are interested in rolling up your sleeves and pulling up your boots for some volunteer action, be sure to check out our list below of local going-ons as well as some of the opportunities outside of our region to get involved.

Whether you find yourself on the trails of our parks, or refurbishing a streetside flower box, we hope you find yourself outside and enjoying the beauty of our communities in the Merrimack Valley.

Click on the link below to find a list of upcoming dates.

https://mvpc.org/2026/04/16/earth-day-2026/

04/09/2026

On March 25th, the Merrimack Valley MPO held its annual board retreat. Regional stakeholders including MPO staff, board members, municipal reps, MassDOT, and the FHWA gathered to discuss transportation planning in the Merrimack Valley.

Highlights included a collaborative planning exercise led by Senior Transportation Planner Elizabeth Maldari, where attendees shared challenges and brainstormed solutions, and a presentation on the proposed Mobility Fellowship, aimed at bringing underrepresented voices into the MPO planning process.

04/06/2026

MVPC is proud to recognize the 2026 Downtown Lawrence Business Equipment Grant recipients

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160 Main Street
Haverhill, MA
01830

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Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19783740519

Website

http://www.mvpc.org/

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