Climate Adaptation Projects Listening Night, Tuesday, March 19

In response to increasing challenges presented by climate change, Washington has been engaged in the state’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program to complete a vulnerability assessment and develop an action-oriented resiliency plan. Our MVP team has been developing projects focused on mitigating and adapting to excessive flooding, threats to public safety from fallen trees, and extreme cold and heat events.

The MVP team is delighted to invite residents to participate in this planning effort. Join us for the Community Listening Night on March 19th, 6:30–8:00 pm, at Town Hall. Enjoy a complimentary dinner while the team presents three proposed Climate Adaptation projects. This is an opportunity to share your thoughts, provide valuable input, and get answers to any questions you may have.

The draft Summary of Findings plan is also available for download and review at washington-ma.gov/municipal-vulnerability-preparedness.

To attend the Community Listening Night, please R.S.V.P by March 13th at bit.ly/washingtonevent. Or you can R.S.V.P. by calling Britney Danials of Berkshire Regional Planning Commission at (413) 442-1521 ext. 12, or email her at bdanials@berkshireplanning.org.

If you are unable to attend, a survey is available to learn more about the projects and share your concerns or interests. Your feedback is vital in shaping these initiatives to address community concerns effectively. The survey can be completed online at bit.ly/wasmvpsurvey, or paper surveys can be obtained at the Town Hall or the Becket Athenaeum.