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Regional Planning Projects and Organizations
In addition to working on a wide range of planning projects within Cambridge, the division is also involved in a number of regional planning and design projects, as well those taking place in adjacent communities. The division also participates in a number of regional organizations that deal with environmental and transportation issues. Below are links to information about some of these projects and organizations.
| Project/ Organization and Description | Contact Person |
|---|---|
| Central Artery and Tunnel - In Cambridge the CA/T project includes replacement of the I-93 interchange north of the Charles River and associated bridge and ramp construction. | Cara Seiderman cseiderman@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4629 |
| Urban Ring Project - The Urban Ring is a state project to help improve connections among the spokes of the MBTA's many radial lines. The project corridor passes through parts of Boston, Chelsea, Everett, Medford, Somerville, Cambridge, and Brookline. | Susanne Rasmussen srasmussen@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4607 |
| New Charles River Basin Master Plan - The Citizen's Advisory Committee consists of members appointed by the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs; City of Cambridge; and City of Boston. | Cara Seiderman cseiderman@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4629 |
| Boston Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) - one of 13 Massachusetts regions established to carry out federally funded transportation plans and programs. | Bill Deignan wdeignan@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4632 |
| Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) - a regional planning agency representing 101 cities and towns in the metro Boston area, serving as a forum to address issues of regional importance. | Susanne Rasmussen srasmussen@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4607 |
| MBTA Advisory Board - provides public oversight of the MBTA and technical assistance and information on behalf of the 175 community members and the transit riding public. | Stephanie Anderberg sanderberg@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4671 |
| Transitworks - a collaborative initiative to improve the quality of transit in the Boston region through feedback from volunteers and surveys. | Stephanie Anderberg sanderberg@cambridgema.gov 617/349-4671 |
More regional planning resources are available through the Division's Resources List.
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