Issues and Committees

The Partnership maintains several issue-focused committees that examine matters of regional import in depth, host speakers and informational presentations, and serve as vehicles for coordination and discussion. 

• Energy & Sustainable Development
• Housing
• Transportation
• Water Resources

All committees aim to meet four times per year, on a quarterly basis when feasible.

Requirements for Committee Participation

For representatives of for-profit businesses:

• Investors in the 495/MetroWest Partnership at the “Advocates” level and above have no restrictions on participation; any staff may take part in as many committee meetings and events as you would like. 
• Investor companies supporting the Partnership below the Advocates level are permitted up to two staff members on one committee.
• Not an Investor yet? Consider becoming one! For-profit businesses are welcome at up to two committee meetings or events without becoming an Investor; at the third meeting or event, a $50 per-person fee will apply.
• Businesses with less than $2.5 million in annual revenues may have the Investor/ fee requirement waived. Contact the Executive Director to learn more.

Representatives of governmental entities, and not-for-profit organizations with less than $5 million in annual revenues may participate without restrictions. Larger non-profits are subject to the same requirements as private businesses.