Old Colony Planning Council

What Old Colony Planning Council does

Old Colony Planning Council (OCPC) is a federally designated regional planning council and Area Agency on Aging (AAA) headquartered in Brockton, Massachusetts, founded in 1967. The organization operates under two federal designations that anchor its authority: an Economic Development District (EDD) designation from the U.S. Economic Development Administration since 1967, and recognition as a Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO). It serves 17 member municipalities across Plymouth County and portions of Bristol and Norfolk Counties in southeastern Massachusetts, plus six additional communities through its AAA service region, reaching a population of approximately 393,000. The staff of around 30 supports a portfolio of planning services spanning transportation, comprehensive and housing planning, economic development, GIS and mapping, drone-based aerial surveying, and elder services coordination.

OCPC's core product lines include the Area Agency on Aging (administering over $1.5M annually in Older Americans Act grants and operating the regional Long-Term Care Ombudsman program), Transportation Planning & MPO Services (managing the Transportation Improvement Program, Long Range Transportation Plan, and the PRISM prioritization initiative), Comprehensive and Housing Planning (including MBTA Communities compliance support), Economic Development Services (site inventory, Brownfield assessment, Regional Water Plan, Tech Hub strategy), GIS & Mapping, a Drone Program for aerial surveying and orthomosaic mapping, the Community Septic Management Program, and the OCPC Grantology initiative. Technology infrastructure centers on conventional GIS platforms, drone-based computer-vision capture for orthomosaic mapping and 3-D building models, and — most recently — the Ada AI-powered multi-language text-based information platform launched in July 2026 in partnership with Bridge Social.

OCPC is a quasi-governmental entity with no private shareholders, venture backing, or stock listing. Revenue is derived from federal and state grants — primarily from EDA, ACL (via Massachusetts EOEA), FHWA, FTA, EPA, and the Massachusetts Clean Water Trust — and from municipal planning agreements. Specific recent grant inflows include a $1.99M FHWA PPPP grant for PRISM, $940K EDA funding for the Regional Water Plan, $500K EPA brownfield assessment funding, and $335K for the Plymouth Holtec Master Plan. OCPC does not publicly disclose its organizational revenue; the $1.5M OAA figure represents grant dollars administered on behalf of community-based organizations rather than retained income.

Name

Old Colony Planning Council

Legal name

Old Colony Planning Council

Website

https://oldcolonyplanning.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Old Colony Planning Council is a federally designated Economic Development District and Metropolitan Planning Organization serving 17 municipalities and 23 communities in southeastern Massachusetts. It delivers regional planning, transportation, economic development, GIS, and elder services funded primarily through federal and state grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Regional Planning Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (925), Administration of Urban Planning and Community and Rural Development (925120), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251)

SIC

Non-Operating Establishments (9995)

akta.pro primary industry

State/Provincial Housing, Urban/Regional Planning & Community Development (BPAIABAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Urban & Regional Planning (Land Use, Zoning, Master Planning) (BPAIANAD), Urban Planning & Master Planning (BPAHAKAD)

Keywords

• Regional planning services
• Area agency on aging
• Metropolitan transportation planning
• Economic development planning
• GIS mapping services

Headquarters

HQ city

Brockton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Federal Grant Administration - Older Americans Act: OCPC administers grant funding authorized under the Older Americans Act (OAA) of 1965, distributing over $1,500,000 in OAA grant funding to community-based organizations for elder services including minority elder outreach, personal care, transportation, legal services, emergency assistance, and meals programs.
2. Economic Development Administration Grants: Receives annual EDA funding for economic development planning and project development. Projects include $150K Regional Site Inventory, $151K Community Data Portal, $335K Plymouth Holtec Master Plan, and various brownfield assessments.
3. Regional Water Plan Funding: $940K EDA-funded regional water plan project with consultant CDM Smith. Additional funding from Plymouth County Water Commission, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, and South Shore Chamber of Commerce totaling $470K local match.
4. Transit and Transportation Grants: Administers Community Transit Grant Program (CTGP) distributing Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funds and State Mobility Assistance Program funds for senior and disability transportation services.
5. Title III Funding Distribution: Under the current four-year Area Plan, OCPC-AAA distributes over $1,500,000 in Older Americans Act grant funding to community-based organizations.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Old Colony Planning Council is a federally designated Economic Development District and Metropolitan Planning Organization that delivers regional planning, transportation planning, economic development, comprehensive and housing planning, water and food system planning, GIS and drone mapping, and Area Agency on Aging services to 17 member communities and 6 additional AAA service communities in southeastern Massachusetts. Its services are funded through federal and state grants and delivered through formal municipal planning agreements, the MPO committee structure, and direct grant administration to community-based organizations.

Product overview

Old Colony Planning Council is a federally designated Economic Development District and Metropolitan Planning Organization offering a comprehensive portfolio of planning services to 17-23 communities in southeastern Massachusetts. The organization operates as a platform of specialized services including: GIS & Mapping (data collection, analysis, cartography, large-format printing), Drone Program (aerial photography and orthomosaic mapping), Community Septic Management Program (Title 5 compliance loans), OCPC Grantology (grant education and navigation), Community Data Portal and RED-AT (economic development assessment tools), Area Agency on Aging (elder services, ombudsman program, senior transportation), Ada AI Text Line (multi-language information service), Transportation Planning and MPO Services (TIP management, PRISM prioritization model), Economic Development Services (business assistance, Brownfields assessment, regional planning), Comprehensive and Housing Planning, Regional Water Plan, and Resilient Food System Action Plan. These services work together to support regional planning, infrastructure investment, and community development across the Old Colony region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Area Agency on Aging (AAA) Designated Area Agency on Aging for 23 communities in southeastern Massachusetts. Provides a comprehensive, coordinated system of community-based supportive services for elders, administers Older Americans Act grant funding, and operates the Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Ombudsman program for the region.
• Transportation Planning and MPO Services Metropolitan Planning Organization services including transportation planning, bicycle and pedestrian planning, Local Technical Assistance, Metropolitan Transportation Planning, PRISM prioritization model, transportation management and studies, and transit planning. Manages the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP).
• Economic Development Services Regional economic development support including business assistance programs, commercial/industrial site inventory, Brownfield site assessment, regional water planning, Route 24 Tech Hub Strategy, and coordination with the Economic Development Commission (EDC).
• Comprehensive Planning Planning services including master planning, housing production plans, age-friendly communities initiatives, zoning and policy development, placemaking, public participation, and grant writing. Supports communities with housing needs, MBTA Communities compliance, and smart growth efforts.
• GIS and Mapping Services Geographic Information System services providing data collection, digitization of spatial information, data analysis, mapping, cartography, large-format printing, and GIS training to OCPC departments, member communities, and local organizations.
• Drone Program Public service drone operations providing panoramic perspectives for projects and studies across 17 communities. Services include intersection photography, before/after construction analysis, phases of construction documentation, roadway corridor video, congestion management analysis, hazard mitigation, open space photography, infrastructure inspection, public education, 3-D building models, and orthomosaic maps.
• Community Septic Management Program Loan program administered for five communities (Avon, Cohasset, Hanson, Kingston, Stoughton) to help homeowners comply with Title 5 septic regulations. Funding through Massachusetts Clean Water Trust and State Revolving Fund. Since 2003, over 290 septic systems and 108 sewer connections have been completed.
• OCPC Grantology Initiative designed to identify, educate, and assist 17 OCPC communities plus 6 Area Agency on Aging communities with grant opportunities and funding navigation. Includes webinars and educational content on federal funding programs including Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, RAISE, SMART, and Thriving Communities programs.
• Community Data Portal and RED-AT EDA-funded data dashboard and municipal assessment tool. Provides municipalities with economic development and recovery-related data for funding applications and understanding the local/regional economy. The Municipal Assessment Tool helps municipalities analyze business-friendliness and investment-readiness and identify areas for improvement.
• Senior Transportation Programs Volunteer Transportation Program (VTP) providing enhanced mobility for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Administers the Community Transit Grant Program (CTGP) distributing Federal Transit Administration Section 5310 funds and State Mobility Assistance Program funds for vehicles, mobility management, and operating costs.
• Ada AI Text Information Line AI-powered multi-language text-based communication platform providing 24/7 automated responses to community inquiries about local services, resources, and community projects. Powered by Bridge Social partnership, combines texting convenience with secure AI knowledge base.
• Housing Planning Services Housing planning services including Housing Production Plans under M.G.L. Chapter 40B, assistance with MBTA Communities compliance, zoning updates for mixed-use development, inclusionary zoning, and local outreach and engagement for housing initiatives.
• Regional Water Plan Coordinated long-term strategy to help 17 communities ensure safe, reliable, and sustainable water resources through collaborative planning, investment, and stewardship. Addresses PFAS contamination, aging infrastructure, and ecological stress. EDA-funded ($940K) and developed with consultant CDM Smith.
• Resilient Local Food System Action Plan Ten-year framework (2026-2036) to strengthen the food system in the Plymouth County area. Includes 6 goals, 30 objectives, and 110 actions covering farmland protection, food infrastructure, food access, education, and regional coordination across 31 municipalities.
• PRISM (Prioritization and Regional Investment Strategy Model) Data-driven framework for prioritizing regional infrastructure investments, improving transparency, efficiency, and accountability in transportation and capital project identification, evaluation, and implementation. Three-phase initiative from October 2025 to March 2028.
• Long-Term Care and Assisted Living Ombudsman Program Identifies, investigates, and resolves issues related to the health, safety, welfare, and rights of individuals living in long-term care facilities (nursing homes, rest homes, transitional care facilities). Staff and volunteers are trained and certified by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs. Monitors approximately 30 LTC homes and 60 Assisted Living residences.

Quantifiable outcome

• Distributes over $1,500,000 in Older Americans Act grant funding to community organizations annually
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Old Colony Elder Services (OCES)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOCPC allocates Older Americans Act funding to OCES for coordination of regional Nutrition, Family Caregiver, and Information & Referral services. OCES serves as the Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) providing in-home services that support elder independence. Region's Info & Referral line: (508) 584-1561.
• Bridge SocialsupportingTechnology or IntegrationOCPC partnered with Bridge Social to launch Ada, an AI-powered text-based communication platform. Community members can text (508) 436-4223 24/7 to ask questions about local services and OCPC resources. Ada provides automated responses from OCPC's knowledge base.
• Brockton Area Transit (BAT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBAT is a voting member of the Old Colony MPO and provides fixed-route and DIAL-A-BAT paratransit services. OCPC conducts BAT's Title VI Report and Limited English Proficiency Plan. BAT's Intermodal Transportation Centre serves as transit hub for the South Shore region.
• Greater Attleboro Taunton Regional Transit Authority (GATRA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGATRA provides fixed-route and demand-response transit services across 28 communities including Duxbury, Kingston, Marshfield, Middleborough, Plymouth, and Wareham in the OCPC region. GATRA is represented on the JTC.
• Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. (GPI)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerGPI is the primary consultant for the PRISM initiative (Prioritization and Regional Investment Strategy Model), a $1,990,620 program to modernize transportation investment planning. GPI facilitated the project kick-off meeting and developed the Communications Plan.
• CDM SmithcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCDM Smith served as lead consultant ($820,000 contract) for the Old Colony Regional Water Plan, working with subconsultants Regina Villa Associates, University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Alliance for Water Efficiency. Plan completed July 2025.
• Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMassDOT is a voting member of the Old Colony MPO. OCPC coordinates transportation planning with MassDOT District 5 and statewide transportation initiatives including South Coast Rail.
• Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMBTA provides commuter rail service (Middleboro/Lakeville and Plymouth/Kingston lines) and bus service in the region. OCPC coordinates with MBTA on transit planning and the South Coast Rail project.
• East Bridgewater Business Association (EBBA)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerOCPC collaborates with EBBA to enhance local business development capacity through the $153K East Bridgewater Business Assistance Program, providing marketing, promotion, and economic growth services.
• Holtec InternationalsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerOCPC is working with Holtec International and Plymouth Foundation on the $335K Plymouth Holtec Master Plan for the 1,500-acre former Pilgrim Nuclear Power Station site redevelopment.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC): Regional planning agency serving 101 cities and towns in the Greater Boston region of Massachusetts. Directly comparable as a fellow Massachusetts Regional Planning Agency/ED performing comprehensive planning, transportation coordination, GIS, and economic development work for member municipalities.
• Montachusett Regional Planning Commission (MRPC): Regional planning agency serving 22 communities in north-central Massachusetts. Comparable as a peer Massachusetts RPA providing comprehensive planning, transportation (MPO), GIS mapping, and economic development services to municipal members.
• Pioneer Valley Planning Commission: Regional planning agency serving 43 communities in the Pioneer Valley region of western Massachusetts. Directly comparable in scope (comprehensive planning, transportation, GIS, economic development) and structure (EDD designation, member municipalities) as a fellow Massachusetts RPA.
• Cape Cod Commission: Regional planning and regulatory agency for Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Directly comparable as a regional planning body performing comprehensive planning, transportation, economic development, and development-of-regional-impact review for its member towns.

Broad incumbents

• Northern Virginia Regional Commission (NVRC): Regional planning commission serving Northern Virginia jurisdictions. Comparable as a multi-jurisdictional planning body delivering data analytics, transportation planning, and community development programs, though in a different geography and at a different population scale.

Emerging players

• Old Colony Elder Services (OCES): Aging Services Access Point (ASAP) partner receiving OAA funding allocation from OCPC for regional nutrition, family caregiver, and I&R services. Comparable as a non-profit elder services provider in the same 23-community region with overlapping service populations.

Others

• MassGIS (Massachusetts Bureau of Geographic Information): Statewide GIS data and mapping office serving Massachusetts. Comparable as a peer in the GIS/mapping domain at the state level, providing spatial data infrastructure that complements (and partially overlaps with) OCPC's GIS department capabilities.
• South Shore Chamber of Commerce: Economic development partner organization in OCPC's service region that co-invests in regional planning initiatives such as the Regional Water Plan. Comparable as a regional economic development convener and funding partner rather than a direct competitor.
• Greater Boston Legal Services — Elder Law Project: Non-profit legal services organization providing elder law advocacy. Tangentially comparable as an elder-services ecosystem participant in Massachusetts that complements OCPC's ombudsman and aging services coordination rather than competing directly.

Regional players

• Southeastern Regional Planning and Economic Development District (SRPEDD): Regional planning agency serving the neighboring Southeastern Massachusetts region (Bristol and Plymouth counties). Highly comparable structurally but operating in an adjacent/overlapping service geography rather than competing in OCPC's exact 17-community footprint.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

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