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Economic and Community Development
April 2014 Newsletter
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Workshop: Energy Saving Performance Contracting
On May 20th, from 9am - 1pm, Land of Sky Regional Council will host a free ½ day workshop on Energy Saving Performance Contracting (ESPC) presented by the NC Chapter of the Energy Services Coalition and the NC Utility Savings Initiative. Energy Saving Performance Contracts are a unique procurement tool that public agencies can utilize to upgrade their facilities through projects that also save energy. The workshops will provide valuable insight about ESPC, how it works, the pros and cons, case studies, the process, and the new rules and regulations that have made the process easier for smaller organizations. The target audience is decision-makers from community colleges, local governments, and K-12 schools. However, anyone who is interested in learning about performance contracting is invited to attend. Attendance requires electronic registration. For more information and to sign up, click here.
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WRP Helps Lead Manufacturing Conference on Zero Waste
On April 1 and 2, 2014, LOSRC's Waste Reduction Partners team helped lead the Manufacturers Zero Waste Conference in Asheville. One hundred and sixty manufacturers' representatives attended from North Carolina and South Carolina. Manufacturing leaders shared with peers their stories about how they have reduced waste, improved productivity, saved money, and eliminated landfilling at their factories.  The presenters included local representatives from ThermoFister, Glen Raven Custom Fabrics, and Sierra Nevada. The panel discussions and innovative solution sharing session received great praise from attendees. The inaugural event was held in conjunction with the Annual Carolina Recycling Association Conference and Trade show which drew over 600 attendees and exhibitors the year.
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WealthWorks Economic Development Program
HandMade in America and Land of Sky Regional Council, based in Western North Carolina, have been competitively selected by the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) Research Foundation to participate in the 2014 WealthWorks Training through NADO's Rural Wealth Creation initiative, supported by the Ford Foundation. "WealthWorks is an important part of any economic development toolbox. I am pleased to announce that HandMade in America and Land of Sky Regional Council were one of only five teams nationally to receive a scholarship to participate in the WealthWorks training program. This training is focused on practical application of new skills and perspectives on economic vitality, which will lead to increased opportunities for people in rural areas," said NADO President Peter Gregory, Executive Director of the Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission in Woodstock, VT. Contact Erica for more information.
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To help fulfil the Council's Mission, the ECD department conducts planning, economic, and community development services for our local governments and communities. The goal of the department is to meet the needs and desires of our region now and into the future.
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Upcoming Events
and Meetings
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05/08
10am: RPO TCC 11am: MPO TCC 2pm: Sign Reflectivity Workshop RSVP to Annie
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05/12
I-26 Connector Local Officials Input Meeting and Public Input Meeting
2pm-3pm
Renaissance Asheville
Contact Sheila at 828.210.3011
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07/31/14
French Broad River MPO will be holding a call for STP-DA and TA funding from May-July 2014. FBRMPO member jurisdictions are eligible to apply for this transportation funding which requires a 20% local match. More information here.
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Our mission is to provide
creative regional solutions
to relevant and emerging issues in Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, and Transylvania counties while providing a standard of excellence in the delivery of federal, state, and regional services for our member communities.
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Land of Sky Regional Council * 828.251.6622
339 New Leicester Hwy, Suite 140 * Asheville, NC 28806
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