WRRB hosted its 40th Annual Meeting! The program featured a Panel of Worcester's City Managers: Michael O'Brien, Edward Augustus Jr., & Eric Batista; moderated by Kimberly Salmon of The Hanover Insurance Group Foundation. Highlight Reel & Full Program: lnkd.in/eRwh2XJS.

WRRB released its 2025 Budget Reports outlining the budget-making process, analyzing revenues/expenditures, & highlighting developments to watch in the future. #WorcPoli Breaking Down the Budget: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... Paying for a Public Education: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025...

WRRB releases: Overdue for Civilian Oversight: A Pathway for Lasting Police Reform. Civilian oversight has been debated in Worcester for 50+ years. Worcester stands as one of few major cities without a civilian review board. Read the report: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

WRRB releases its Questions for the Candidates. While these questions will not be asked in our debate series, the publication provides questions for the candidates and residents to consider before the 2025 municipal election. Read the Report: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

WRRB & Worcester Telegram & Gazette announce the dates for the annual Worcester Municipal Candidate Debate series hosted at Mechanics Hall on Wednesdays this fall. Save the Dates to hear directly from the candidates. #WorcPoli www.wrrb.org/events/2025/...

This edition of Insights Insider uses preschool enrollment data from Worcester County Insights (WRRB & GWCF collab) to explore participation, facility density by community, & overall affordability. Read Insights Insider: Pre-K Education in Worcester County: www.wrrb.org/wp-content/u... #WorcPoli

City Council agenda: Keep Worcester Clean, homelessness, water quality, utilities, WRTA, WPD data, CPA contingency, WRRB's Commuter Rail report, WRRB's Where are Worcester's Woes?, free bulk waste, Institutions' 10yr plans, parking mins, & more: worcesterma.primegov.com/Portal/Meeti... #WorcPoli

At the Governmental Research Association Annual Conference (hosted by RIPEC!), in addition to its workshops, upskills, & presentations, the GRA recognizes the extraordinary work of its members. WRRB was honored to be recognized for Where are Worcester's Woes?: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

In collaboration with Worcester Business Journal, "Cashing in on Cannabis" includes WRRB's visualization on excise tax collection on cannabis sales across Worcester County & WBJ's coverage investigating trends & the impact of the legal marijuana industry. www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

WRRB's latest report, Casting Ballots on Taxes examines the governance structure in Worcester's neighbors, Proposition 2 ½ & the limits of property tax revenue, and overcoming the property tax cap through voting & new growth. Read: www.wrrb.org/wp-content/u... #WorcPoli

If you missed "In the Zone: Inclusionary Zoning, in Practice" with WRRB & Rappaport Institute - the recording is available! Learn from in-depth research on IZ policies & hear directly from practitioners about their experiences: www.wrrb.org/events/2025/... #Worcpoli #mapoli

On Worcester City Council's agenda: public petitions, Mill St. review, municipally-owned grocery store, Keep Worcester Clean expansion, street/sidewalk report, body cam report, upgrade 311-cust. service, substance use/mental health fund, & more: worcesterma.primegov.com/Portal/Meeti... #WorcPoli

A city's gov should serve its people. A unified resident service system allows residents & visitors to the city to easily & closely interact with gov to more effectively (hopefully) solve their problems. #WorcPoli Explore Where are Worcester's Woes? www.wrrb.org/reports/2025...

WRRB hosted "Building for Tomorrow" which featured Keynote Remarks from Secretary Augustus, a WRRB presentation, & add'l local context from CMHA & CMRPC. WRRB's presentation & the recording (courtesy of WCCA TV!) are available on our website: www.wrrb.org/events/2025/... #WorcPoli

WRRB releases Express for Whom? Ridership, Recovery & the Importance of the Worcester/Framingham Line. Using ridership & station boarding data, the report, first in a two-part series, provides a deep look at where the Line stands today. Read: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

WRRB on Bluesky! Here's some other ways to connect: - Follow on socials (@WRRBureau): #X #Facebook #LinkedIn #instagram #bluesky - Join the mailing list: www.wrrb.org - View maps on #arcgis: wrrb-mapping.maps.arcgis.com/home - Interact with data on #tableau: public.tableau.com/app/profile/...

WRRB releases Express for Whom? Ridership, Recovery & the Importance of the Worcester/Framingham Line. Using ridership & station boarding data, the report, first in a two-part series, provides a deep look at where the Line stands today. Read: www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

WRRB & Worcester Telegram & Gazette announce the dates for the annual Worcester Municipal Candidate Debate series hosted at Mechanics Hall on Wednesdays this fall. Save the Dates to hear directly from the candidates. #WorcPoli www.wrrb.org/events/2025/...

A city's gov should serve its people. A unified resident service system allows residents & visitors to the city to easily & closely interact with gov to more effectively (hopefully) solve their problems. #WorcPoli Explore Where are Worcester's Woes? www.wrrb.org/reports/2025...

Join us this Thursday, 5PM, at Mechanics Hall to celebrate the unsung heroes of public service in Central Massachusetts! #WorcPoli

Join us on May 20, 9:15AM, Top of the Tower, for a discussion on MA's Statewide Housing Plan, Unlocking Housing Production Commission's "Building for Tomorrow" recommendations, & other regional housing efforts. Register Now: www.wrrb.org/events/2025/... #WorcPoli

May 6th, 4-5:30PM, Park View Room - Join "A City for People" as this panel of experts will explore the impact of parking policy in Massachusetts communities and modern updates to facilitate urban growth. #WorcPoli Register Today: www.preservationworcester.org/events-1/a-c...

On the Worcester School Committee agenda: Resignation of Supt. Monarrez & discuss the process of appointing a new Superintendent of Schools, Budget prioritization preparation, proposed new courses, calendar for 2025-2026 school year, & more: drive.google.com/file/d/1xpLM... #WorcPoli

May 6th, 4-5:30PM, Park View Room - Join "A City for People" as this panel of experts will explore the impact of parking policy in Massachusetts communities and modern updates to facilitate urban growth. #WorcPoli Register Today: www.preservationworcester.org/events-1/a-c...

WRRB & the City of Worcester will present the State of the City Address on Wed., May 21, 6:00PM at the Jean McDonough Arts Center, 20B Franklin Street. Event will include an address from City Manager Eric Batista, a reading from Poet Laureate Oliver de le Paz, & a cash bar. #WorcPoli

Join us on April 30th, 12-1:15 for a virtual forum "In the Zone: Inclusionary Zoning, in Practice" hosted by WRRB & @harvardkennedy.bsky.social's Rappaport Institute! #mapoli Register Today: www.wrrb.org/events/2025/...

In collaboration with Worcester Business Journal, "Cashing in on Cannabis" includes WRRB's visualization on excise tax collection on cannabis sales across Worcester County & WBJ's coverage investigating trends & the impact of the legal marijuana industry. www.wrrb.org/reports/2025... #WorcPoli

Due this Friday! Thomas S. Green Public Service Award Nominations - submit yours today! www.wrrb.org/thomas-s-gre... #WorcPoli

On the agenda for the Worcester City Council: Housing Production Plan, Community Preservation Program, DOJ Report Update, broadband competition, Zero Waste Master Plan, OPEB Trust fund Report, Council Rules, city space event costs, and more: www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu... #WorcPoli

In 2024, WRRB released a report on civil service, since then, Mass Leads Act has changed Civil Service hiring across MA. This brief outlines those changes and their affects, including the removal of WPD Chief & Deputies from Civil Service. Read: www.wrrb.org/wp-content/u... #WorcPoli

WRRB/GWCF release Insights Insider - Community Health: Asthma. This edition takes a dive into the prevalence of asthma in the region: www.wrrb.org/insights-ins... Other indicators available on Worcester County Insights to get a fuller picture of community health #WorcPoli

Thomas S. Green Public Service Awards Nominations are Open! If you know a city/town, school district, or regional agency employee who has made exemplary contributions to public service in Worcester County, nominate them today! www.wrrb.org/thomas-s-gre... #WorcPoli

On the agenda for Worcester City Council: Vision Zero Safety Action Plan, FY26 Budget, Sidewalk Rehab Program, City Council Rule 11, sprinkler system mandate in 4+unit residential building, and more: www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu...

WRRB's latest report, Casting Ballots on Taxes examines the governance structure in Worcester's neighbors, Proposition 2 ½ & the limits of property tax revenue, and overcoming the property tax cap through voting & new growth. Read: www.wrrb.org/wp-content/u... #WorcPoli

On the agenda for the Worcester City Council: ADU Ordinance, drone usage, police details, Institutional Master Plans, small business needs, Policies regarding immigrant population & ICE EROs compliance, City Clerk's goals, and more: www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu... #WorcPoli

On Worcester Council agenda: Mobility Action Plan, Q3 Tax Bill Delay, Plant a Tree Initiative, Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, public meeting remote participation, DCU Special District Improvement Fund, Black History Month events, & more: www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu... #WorcPoli

On Worcester City Council's agenda: trash/recycling receptacles, streetlights, Civilian Review Board, Police Dept data, First Night Worcester, City Council meeting remote participation, conduct at Council meetings, City vehicle inventory, & more www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu... #WorcPoli

On Worcester City Council's Agenda: Tax Classification, City Manager Contract, 2025 municipal calendars, ARPA update, CPA revenue, Shotspotter contracts, equity audit in all city depts, Mobility Action Plan & Vision Zero evaluations, & more: www.worcesterma.gov/agendas-minu... #WorcPoli