This week's Upzone Update cover article is by Alexis Smith of MAPC, who has been leading their MBTA-C

Planners and designers set their sights on a more attractive city center. Plus, town votes in Abington, Bedford, Lincoln, and Westborough.

Norwood passes MBTA Communities zoning, Prof. Katie Einstein provides insight on municipal participation.

Plus, predicting actual change from the law and getting real on water and sewer

Upzone Update offers analysis of MBTA-C compliance efforts, produced by zoning expert Amy Dain and the staff of Boston Indicators.

MBTA Communities impact rides on local compliance approaches.

By Luc Schuster and Amy Dain Welcome to the Upzone Update, a newsletter to keep you informed about implementation of