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Worcester Regional Research Bureau
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The Research Bureau serves the public interest of Greater Worcester by conducting independent, non-partisan research and analysis of public policy issues to promote informed public debate and decision-making.
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 24
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/...
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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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · 14d
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
Questions for the Candidates - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
The report provides questions for candidates & residents to consider before Worcester's municipal election, provoking discussion & debate.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 5
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/...
Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
WRRB & WTG to host 2025 City of Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates on select Wednesdays this fall at Mechanics Hall.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · 29d
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
Graphic explores population ages 0-5, and facility enrollment. Image also includes MA ranking of 2nd most expensive state for childcare at $20,913 and Most Cost-Burdened communities are Leominster, Worcester, Gardner, Fitchburg, & Athol.
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Aug 19
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jul 25
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Mar 27
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
Cashing in on Cannabis - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Cashing in on Cannabis tracks cannabis excise tax growth in Worcester County, from 3 to 23 communities, and maps cannabis business locations.
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jan 30
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jul 17
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jul 15
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 29
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...
Where are Worcester's Woes? - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Municipal government can't predict when & where problems arise. It relies on people to report issues in order to solve Worcester's woes.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jul 14
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
Building For Tomorrow - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Program features MA's Statewide Housing Plan, UPHC's "Building for Tomorrow", & other regional housing efforts.
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 12
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 24
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/...
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 12
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Jun 5
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/...
Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
WRRB & WTG to host 2025 City of Worcester Municipal Election Candidate Debates on select Wednesdays this fall at Mechanics Hall.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 29
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...
Where are Worcester's Woes? - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Municipal government can't predict when & where problems arise. It relies on people to report issues in order to solve Worcester's woes.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 27
Join us this Thursday, 5PM, at Mechanics Hall to celebrate the unsung heroes of public service in Central Massachusetts! #WorcPoli
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 14
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
Building For Tomorrow - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Program to feature MA's Statewide Housing Plan, UPHC's "Building for Tomorrow", & other regional housing efforts.
www.wrrb.org
Reposted by Worcester Regional Research Bureau
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 1
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...
A City for People: Reorienting Parking Policy | PW Webpage
Explore the historical development and impact of parking policy in Massachusetts communities and modern updates to facilitate urban growth
www.preservationworcester.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 1
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 1
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...
A City for People: Reorienting Parking Policy | PW Webpage
Explore the historical development and impact of parking policy in Massachusetts communities and modern updates to facilitate urban growth
www.preservationworcester.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · May 1
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
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Apr 18
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 the Zone: Inclusionary Zoning, in Practice - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Learn from in-depth research on Inclusionary Zoning policies & hear directly from practitioners about their experiences in MA communities.
www.wrrb.org
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Worcester Regional Research Bureau @wrrbureau.bsky.social · Mar 27
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
Cashing in on Cannabis - Worcester Regional Research Bureau
Cashing in on Cannabis tracks cannabis excise tax growth in Worcester County, from 3 to 23 communities, and maps cannabis business locations.
www.wrrb.org
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