BRPC is beginning the process of developing the next TIP for Berkshire County. The TIP is a prioritized list of transportation projects expected to be built over the next several years. This document is a prerequisite to receiving federal funding for highways,
Massachusetts issues long-awaited draft regulations for ADUs
For months, municipalities across the commonwealth have been asking the state to clarify its new accessory dwelling provision.
Some of those questions are now answered — in draft form.
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities issued draft regulations for accessory dwelling units on Monday and announced a public comment period that will open Dec. 20.
Will Berkshire County be covered in solar tiles to fuel Boston’s energy demands? Berkshire County lawmakers hope not
As Massachusetts looks to meet clean energy goals by 2050, will Berkshire County’s verdant farmland become a sea of indigo tiles?
Not if the Berkshire County legislative delegation can help it.
A map showing solar energy possibilities across the state created by the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources shows high potential for solar farms in Berkshire County. With Massachusetts clean energy goals setting net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 and land cheaper in this part of the state, Berkshire farms and fields are vulnerable to solar development.
ADDENDUM to Extend Due Date: BRPC RFP – Microtransit Feasibility Study: On-Demand/ Microtransit Solutions for Berkshire County
BRPC is Amending the “Microtransit Feasibility Study RFP” to extend the due date to Thursday, November 14, 2024, by 4:00 PM. Click here for the amended RFP.
Level Up! Free Series for Nonprofits
The Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires has teamed up with Berkshire Regional Planning Commission to offer a series of free workshops through December to small and mid-sized nonprofits looking to increase their capacity and resilience.
Berkshire Regional Group Purchasing Program Invitation for Bids FY’22 HIGHWAY SUPPLIES & SERVICES
The Berkshire Regional Group Purchasing Program, acting on behalf of its participating members, invites bids for joint cooperative purchases for July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022 for FY’22 Highway Supplies and Services. Bids are due 3 PM, Thursday, May 27, 2021. Packages available by request at 413-442-1521 x 23, or at grouppurchasing@berkshireplanning.org