About this episode
The episode discusses how the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission influences regional planning and community development in Central Ohio.
When we talk about regional planning, it’s easy to picture dusty binders, endless meetings, or vague talk about “growth.” But for William Murdock, executive director of the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, the work is a lot more urgent and a lot more human. MORPC is the quiet engine behind how 90 Central Ohio communities prepare for what’s coming next, from housing pressures to transportation demand to environmental resilience. In this conversation, William and I dig into the big swings—why LinkUS is finally moving from aspiration to implementation, how passenger rail could reshape the entire region, and what it really takes to support fast-growing communities with limited staff and resources. We also talk about the nuts and bolts: the data, the policy work, and the behind-the-scenes coordination that helps local governments make smarter decisions. And at a moment when Central Ohio is feeling both the excitement and strain of rapid growth, William makes a compelling case for why this region can get better as it gets bigger, if we’re willing to plan like it. Shownotes MORPC William Murdock The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) is Central Ohio’s voice. As a…
People in this episode
Host: Tim Fulton
Guest: William Murdock
Topics covered
- regional planning
- transportation
- housing
- environmental resilience
- community development
Keywords
- MORPC
- regional planning
- Central Ohio
- transportation
- housing
- environmental resilience
- LinkUS
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission
Places: Central Ohio, LinkUS
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