Strengthening the Child Care Ecosystem in the Strafford Region (Phase 2)

As part of their Urban Planning Capstone project, students worked alongside SRPC staff to conduct extensive research, collect data, engage in stakeholder outreach, brainstorm best practices, and provide resources that can help support our region and beyond. This report represents the second phase of the Strafford Regional Planning Commission’s (SRPC) Regional Child Care initiative and builds directly on findings and recommendations from the first phase. Persistent gaps in childcare availability and affordability continue to constrain labor force participation and limit businesses’ ability to attract and retain employees, making accessible and affordable child care essential for workforce participation and regional economic growth in the Strafford Region