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Massachusetts Local Rapid Recovery
BSC Group participated in this program as both Plan Facilitators and Subject Matter Experts. Each Rapid Recovery Plan was developed across three phases between February – August 2021. This multi-phase process included: Diagnostic assessment that documented existing physical, zoning, and business conditions Public engagement Development of project recommendations based on each community’s unique circumstances and…Read More
West Chatham Neighborhood Center Buildout Analysis
BSC Group worked with the Town of Chatham’s Department of Community Development to conduct a buildout analysis for properties located in the West Chatham area. The intent of the analysis was to provide data to understand the potential increase in development density, in particular housing, within the study area. BSC’s Landscape Architecture team created maximum…Read More
Worcester Miyawaki Forest
The City of Worcester was recently awarded a grant through the Commonwealth’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) Program, administered by the MA Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs. BSC planners and landscape architects are assisting the City with the design and planting of two Miyawaki Forests as well as the design of two additional CoolPockets…Read More
Yarmouth Local Comprehensive Plan
BSC Group is working closely with the community of Yarmouth on its Local Comprehensive Plan (LCP), which will identify goals, initiatives, and projects to meet the needs and desires of the community over the next 5, 10, and 20 years. The LCP builds upon the Town’s 2021 Vision Statement and will include evaluation of existing…Read More
Greening Lord Pond Plaza
Greening the Lord Pond Plaza is designed to address urban heat island effect flooding and biodiversity through nature-based solutions. This project provides co-benefits to the town through community identified needs such as a new public gathering space, improved vehicular and pedestrian safety, and support for existing and future business uses. BSC worked with the Town…Read More
Open Space and Recreation Plan
The City of Quincy is undergoing extensive change and growth throughout the community. In addition to working to stimulate the economy, the City has prioritized expanding open space and recreation amenities to provide opportunities for wellness, socialization, and ecological preservation. BSC Group worked with the City to update the Open Space and Recreation Plan (OSRP)…Read More
Downtown Rotary and Streetscape Improvements
BSC Group worked with the Town of Hudson to plan, design, and construct improvements to the Town's historic rotary. This project transformed an aging, industrial downtown to a vibrant, modern civic space. A cluster of restaurants, microbreweries, and cafes has earned the Town designation as a “culinary mecca for entrepreneurial restaurateurs priced out of Boston”…Read More
Broadway Corridor Study
In order to capitalize on benefits from the recently opened Encore Casino, BSC developed a study with the City of Malden to prepare for and guide opportunities along its busy Broadway (Route 99) Corridor. The study examined existing physical and economic conditions and identified recommended revitalization options for key parcels. The study identified the community’s…Read More
Complete Streets Prioritization Planning
BSC developed a 5-year Prioritization Plan of the City of Gardner and also produced a similar plan for the Town of Palmer. These efforts were part of the MassDOT's Tier 2 Complete Streets Funding Program. To assist the City of Gardner and the Town of Palmer, BSC provided technical assistance to develop a prioritization plan…Read MorePages: