Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission Email Format
Government AdministrationMassachusetts, United States51-200 Employees
The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission (CMRPC) is a regional government planning agency based in Worcester, Massachusetts, established by the Legislature in 1963. It serves Worcester city and 39 neighboring communities in the southern portion of Worcester County, delivering planning services that cover transportation, geographic information systems, and regional collaboration and community planning. By providing a regional perspective on development, the commission helps municipalities coordinate planning efforts and align local initiatives. CMRPC engages in cross-jurisdictional collaborations to administer programs funded through the Community Development Block Grant, including housing rehabilitation initiatives. Recent activities include coordinating with the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission in Brookfield to operate a housing rehabilitation program, and a joint administration arrangement with the Montachusett Regional Planning Commission. In 2022, the agency introduced IMAGINE 2050, a long-range vision for Central Massachusetts.