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The State We're In: Pioneer Valley Planning Retirement

Season 9 Episode 119 | 29m 00s

After four decades of service, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission Executive Director Tim Brennan is retiring. Brennan sits down with Ray Hershel to discuss his distinguished career and the passion he brought to his work at the Commission. Then, Sen. Eric Lesser shares how Brennan's work has impacted and shaped the Pioneer Valley and improved life for the residents of western Mass.

Aired: 06/13/19
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