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Upcoming Events
JANUARY
1/15, 6pm: CCRPC Commission Meeting
1/23, 4pm: Public Participation Plan Advisory Committee Meeting
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Traffic Alert Program
Our weekly Traffic Alert E-mails are your source for roadway and construction work in Chittenden County.
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CIRC Alternatives Task Force Newsletter
The CIRC Alternatives Task Force held its final meeting on November 21. Read about the wrap-up in the December edition of the Task Force Update. [Learn More]
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VtPHA Highlights Two Healthy Community Design Success Stories from Vermont
The Vermont Public Health Association is pleased to announce two recent media productions that feature healthy community design success stories in Vermont:
Healthy Community Design Vermont Case Studies (VIDEO) [Learn More] |
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Burlington Voted Best College Town
Travel and Leisure Magazine notes Burlington as the number one college town in the nation, taking into account its bike paths, coffee shops, live music venues, local food culture and more. [Learn More]
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Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm; Saturday, 7:30am-1pm
Call or go online to schedule an appointment today. [Learn More] |
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Innovative Sidewalks
Sidewalks may not be synonymous with innovation, but the street-lining surface could soon be a lot different. As technology gets smarter, the routes you take will too. For example, sidewalks may become more porous and absorbent in certain regions to help prevent flooding, and some pathways will even embrace green tech. [Learn More] |
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Greetings!
As 2013 winds down, we hope you're gearing up for a fun and relaxing holiday season! The past few weeks have been quite busy at the CCRPC. On November 21, the 23-member Circ Alternatives Task Force held its last of 13 meetings, at which members unanimously approved a final set of 15 projects over a 20-year period. [VIEW THE NOTES FROM THIS MEETING] This final set of alternative projects will tackle mobility, congestion and safety issues in the Circ communities of Williston, Essex, Essex Junction and Colchester. They will aid and provide the backbone of transportation infrastructure necessary to support this type of historic settlement pattern, while continuing to protect our region's agricultural and natural resources - as well as our rural community character and way of life. [VIEW THE FULL LIST OF CIRC ALTERNATIVES PROJECTS HERE] A big thank you goes to VTrans and CCRPC staff, as well as the consultants who worked tirelessly to achieve a successful Circ Alternatives process. Happy holidays! Best Regards, Michele Boomhower Assistant/MPO Director Chittenden County RPC |
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Of Note
FY15 UPWP Project Solicitation: JANUARY 24 DEADLINE
 The CCRPC is accepting project applications for next year's fiscal work program, the FY15 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). In FY14, the CCRPC created a new process for soliciting, reviewing and selecting projects to ensure the best use of the public funds that support its work. A detailed description of the process and the application form required for requests can be found here. The CCRPC is soliciting projects relating to transportation, land use, bylaw development, mapping, etc. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is 4:30pm, Friday, January 24, 2014. Completed forms can be e-mailed to Bryan Davis.
A public forum will be held at the CCRPC Board meeting on Wednesday, January 15 at the CCRPC offices. The public will be able to review and comment on the draft UPWP, expected to be available in April 2014. The current FY14 UPWP is available online. For more information, e-mail Bryan Davis or call: (802) 864-4490 x17. |
Transportation & Land Use
Implementing ECOS Plan Strategy # 2
 Call for Walk/Bike Presentations & Award Nominations!
Save the date for the 2014 Vermont Walk/Bike Summit in Burlington! The Summit is currently seeking Presentations and Award Nominations.
Presentations: Do you have an inspiring Presentation idea? [Learn More & Submit]
Award Nominations: Do you know someone who deserves to be acknowledged for their contributions to better walking and biking? [Learn More & Submit]
Alternatives to Circ Highway Announced (VPR Article)
By Bob Kinzel | Vermont officials say improvements to highway interchanges, more traffic lights and a short road around a five-corner intersection in Essex Junction will be among the first projects to be constructed as part of a long-term plan to relieve traffic congestion in Chittenden County. [Learn More]
Governor's Press Conference on Circ Highway Alternative Plan
 On November 21, 2013, the CIRC Alternatives Task Force approved a package of transportation projects to be completed over the next 20 years. With the concurrence of the Governor, the package will be sent to the Legislature for their consideration in the next session beginning in January. [Watch the Governor's Press Conference]
Colchester Prioritizes Walking and Biking (Local Motion Article)
Colchester has been investing in multiuse paths, sidewalks, and other infrastructure for walking and biking for a number of years, and it shows. But the best part is, what's on the ground now is just the beginning. [Learn More]
Fall Way to Go! Commuter Challenge Awards Ceremony 
As the winning Circ community, Essex Junction hosted the December 4 awards ceremony for winners from the Fall Way to Go! Challenge. More than 1,700 people tried new ways of getting to work from October 14-18, saving more than 112,000 lbs. of carbon! [See the Winners]
Transportation Projects: Click for the Latest News
Municipal Planning Grants Awarded
Governor Peter Shumlin announced the recipients of approximately $450,000 in municipal planning grants that will help 42 local communities plan for future growth and development, revitalize cities and towns, and help protect communities from future floods. Three Chittenden County municipalities were among the recipients: City of Burlington, Town of Huntington, and City of South Burlington. [Learn More]
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Energy & Natural Resources
Implementing ECOS Plan Strategies # 3 & 4
EPA's Office of Wastewater Management Announces Availability of $400k for Green Infrastructure Technical Assistance
The US EPA's Office of Wastewater Management is pleased to announce the availability of $400,000 in technical assistance for communities interested in implementing green infrastructure to protect water quality and build more sustainable communities. EPA plans to select 5-7 communities to receive approximately $60,000 in technical assistance via direct contractor support. Letters are due January 24, 2014. [Learn More]
Win $5MM for your County or City Through the Georgetown University Energy Prize
This multi-year, $5 million prize was born of a mission to tap the imagination, creativity, and spirit of competition between communities across the country to develop sustainable energy-saving innovations. [Learn More]
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Emergency Preparedness
Implementing ECOS Plan Strategy # 5
Emergency Notification System Launched in Vermont
 Vermonters have a new, free tool at their disposal to stay informed of pending disasters, weather conditions, public health notifications, and countless other alerts that could affect themselves or their loved ones. [Learn More & Sign Up]
Contact
For questions regarding Emergency Preparedness, including LEPC 1 or 5, please contact Paul Luciano in the CCRPC office.
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Save the Date
Northern New England Intercity Rail Initiative Public Meeting: Wednesday, January 22, 7pm
This study led by the Vermont Agency of Transportation and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will examine the opportunities and impacts of more frequent and higher speed intercity passenger rail service on the Inland Route and the Boston-Montreal corridors. [Learn More]
2014 Vermont Walk/Bike Summit: Saturday, March 29, 2014
Hosted by the Chittenden County RPC and Local Motion, the 2014 Vermont Walk/Bike Summit will include a keynote address and will feature workshops on innovative road and sidewalk projects, bicycle commuting, local history, effective advocacy tactics and project successes.
TRB Tools of the Trade Transportation Conference: July 21-23, 2014 The CCRPC is the local host for the 2014 Transportation Research Board's conference focusing on small- and medium-sized communities. Join us for 2 ½ days of presentations, interactive sessions, and panel discussions to enhance your transportation planning practice in small and medium sized communities. Room registration now open. [Learn More & Register] |
If you have questions, feedback, or suggested content for upcoming issues, we'd love to hear from you! Please contact us. 
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