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January
1/28, 5:30pm: UPWP Committee Meeting
February
2/2, 9:00am: CCRPC Transportation Advisory Committee Meeting
2/2, 11:00am: CCRPC Clean Water Advisory Committee Meeting
2/3, 5:45pm: CCRPC Executive Committee Meeting
2/15: Presidents' Day - CCRPC Office Closed
2/17, 5:30pm: CCRPC Board Training
2/17, 6:00pm: CCRPC Commission Meeting
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CCRPC
Commission Representatives
Bolton: Joss Besse
Buel's Gore: Garret Mott
Burlington: Andy Montroll, Chair
Charlotte: Jim Donovan
Colchester: Marc Landry
Essex: Jeff Carr
Essex Junction: Dan Kerin
Hinesburg: Andrea Morgante
Huntington: Barbara Elliott
Jericho: Catherine McMains
Milton: Lou Mossey
Richmond: Bard Hill
Shelburne: John Zicconi
South Burlington: Chris Shaw
St. George: Jeff Pillsbury
Underhill: Brian Bigelow
Westford: Dave Tilton
Williston: Chris Roy, Vice Chair
Winooski: Michael O'Brien
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CCRPC Weekly Traffic Alert Will Resume Spring 2016
The final Traffic Alert for the 2015 season was sent on 12/11. Important updates will be sent during the winter months if needed, and regular Traffic Alert emails will resume in the spring. Have a safe winter!
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Around the County: Photo of the Month
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Click photo to enlarge.
Mount Mansfield Summit View
Photo by Lee Krohn
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United Way Volunteer Opportunities: Spring 2016
Looking for ways to volunteer this spring? Check out short-term and special event volunteer opportunities with the United Way for the coming months.
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Hunger Free Vermont is an education and advocacy organization with the mission to end the injustice of hunger and malnutrition for all Vermonters. |
Volunteer with Neighbor Rides
Neighbor Rides is a strategic initiative of United Way of Chittenden County supported by a dynamic group of community partners that brings people and places together to help meet the transportation needs of seniors and persons with disabilities. This partnership uses volunteer drivers to leverage government and community-funded transportation programs and help more people by decreasing the cost per ride.
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Happy new year! 2016 is an exciting milestone for the CCRPC: It's the year we celebrate our 50th anniversary.
Since our inception in 1966, we have partnered with our municipalities, residents, business, non-profit organizations, and all levels of government to help Chittenden County grow and thrive. Together with our partners, we have worked to preserve our environment, plan for sustainable growth, create a safe and equitable community, and bolster our workforce and economy. The challenges and opportunities are ongoing, and the collaboration between all sectors makes Chittenden County an excellent and renowned place to live, work, and play.
Throughout the year ahead, we will be looking back on our 50 years, highlighting significant events and successes that have brought us to where we are today. Stay tuned for features in our monthly newsletter, a timeline on our new website (coming March 2016), and fun ways to get involved.
As we reflect on the goals, plans, and partnerships that helped us reach this milestone year, a huge thank you goes out to our municipalities and our residents who believe in Chittenden County and the high quality of life we seek to preserve and enhance.
Here's to another 50 years!
Best regards,
Charlie Baker Executive Director |
2015 Chittenden County ECOS Scorecard Available
The ECOS Scorecard is an interactive online platform that provides easy access to the 90+ indicators that measure how Chittenden County is doing with regard to achieving our regional ECOS goals related to the Economy, Environment, Quality of Place, and Community. Stay tuned for the full 2015 ECOS Annual Report in the CCRPC February newsletter. [Learn More]
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CCRPC Website Update
We are aware of a few issues currently affecting the way our website (ccrpcvt.org) displays. This should not affect the ability to access content, but if you are having trouble locating something, please contact Emma Vaughn. Stay tuned for a new CCRPC website in the coming months!
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CCRPC Winter Blood Drive: February 26
The CCRPC will host a winter blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, February 26th from 11am-4pm in our main conference room. [Sign Up to Donate]
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Local Investment Proposals Sought by State Treasurer's Office Through May 13, 2016
Vermont local investment proposals are now being accepted by the State Treasurer's Office. The Local Investment Advisory Committee is soliciting financing proposals in the areas of housing and energy, transportation, municipal infrastructure, and financing post-secondary education. [Learn More]
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 2
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Final Days to Save on CarShare VT Sign-Up
Sign up through January using the promo code Happy2016 to waive the $30 application fee and get $20 in sharing credits. CarShare VT is a local non-profit that offers an easy and affordable alternative to owning a car. [Learn More]
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CCTA Announces New Phone Apps, New Name
The Chittenden County Transportation Authority plans to roll out phone apps later this year that let passengers purchase tickets and track buses in real time. Both initiatives are expected to be in place by the time the agency debuts its new $7.7 million transit center on St. Paul Street in downtown Burlington in the fall. In addition, the agency plans to re-brand itself as Green Mountain Transit. [Learn More]
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2015 Vermont Transportation Energy Profile Available
The Profile is prepared bi-annually by the UVM Transportation Research Center with support by VTrans. It tracks a variety of data sets illustrating Vermont's transportation energy use and progress toward transportation energy objectives described in the Vermont Comprehensive Energy Plan. [Learn More]
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Burlington Railyard Enterprise Project Update
The Scoping/PEL phase of the Railyard Enterprise Project (REP) is nearing completion and the Burlington City Council passed a resolution at their 12/21 meeting to advance three REP Alternatives, recommended by the project's Steering Committee, into an Environmental Permitting Process. The study team is currently working on the draft Scoping/PEL report. [Learn More]
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Transportation Project News & Updates
For a full list of transportation projects, visit the CCRPC Transportation Advisory Committee website; a full project list is provided in every TAC agenda and is updated regularly. [View the latest TAC agenda]
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 1
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2015 Farm to Plate Annual Report Released
This report highlights increases in local food consumption, jobs, and overall economic activity in the farm and food sector over the past five years as well as what is needed to reach the goals set forth in Vermont's food system plan by 2020. [Learn More]
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2016 BBA Business Summit: February 11
Join the Burlington Business Association for a breakfast event and dynamic discussion focused on what's next for the City of Burlington. Share your views on how to create the live, work, play Burlington of tomorrow. [Learn More & Register]
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Small BIZ VT Summit: March 30
The Lake Champlain Regional Chamber of Commerce will host the third annual small BIZ VT summit on March 30. This event is focused on providing opportunities for small business owners, and future owners, to directly connect with resources that will assist them with starting a business or growing their current business. [Learn More]
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Energy & Natural Resources
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Implementing ECOS Strategies 3 & 4
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Vermontivate! Webinar: January 27
The Vermontivate! crew is working on a new game design with new challenges, new badges to earn, and the goal of getting active teams in every county in the state. Join a webinar on January 27 to get up to speed before the game kicks off on March 21. [Register]
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Vermont Clean Water Initiative Brown Bag Lecture: January 28
The Vermont Clean Water Initiative is hosting an Act 64 Brown Bag Lecture Series through April. The topic for January's lecture is "Managing Stormwater Impacts from New Development." Participants can attend in person or watch the webinar online. [Learn More]
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station Grants Announced: Applications due April 4
The Department of Housing and Community Development in partnership with the Agency of Natural Resources has announced approximately $28,000 in Electric Vehicle Charging Station Grants for Designated Downtowns and Village Centers. [Learn More]
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FY17 Better Roads Funding Announced: Applications due April 15
The Vermont Better Roads Program (formerly known as the Better Backroads Program) has announced the 19th year of funding to support projects on town roads that improve water quality and result in maintenance cost savings. [Learn More]
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Workplace EV Charging Station Incentive Program
Vermont Clean Cities Coalition is offering an incentive program to help workplaces cover some of the costs associated with installation of electric vehicle chargers. The incentive is available for installations completed by April 15, 2016. [Learn More]
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 2
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Final Days to Enter "Spirit of Bolton" Art Contest: Submissions due January 28
If you live in Bolton, submit your artwork that captures "The Spirit of Bolton" to compete for gift certificates and cash prizes. Your artwork might also appear in the 2017 Bolton Town Plan. All entries will be displayed at Town Meeting Day. The contest is open to all 2-dimensional media and every age and ability. Artwork must be submitted by January 28. Click here for more information or call Carol Devlin, Assistant Town Clerk, at 434-3064 x221.
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Form-Based Codes: What, Where, and Why?
National and local speakers came together in Burlington on 1/13 to answer the big questions about Form-Based Codes: what are they, where are they being used, and why are they being considered in Burlington? The panel (including Regina Mahony, CCRPC Planning Program Manager and Andy Montroll, CCRPC Board Chair) provided a range of information and perspectives on creating and using form-based development standards as part of local land use regulations. [Learn More]
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Implementing ECOS Strategies 5, 6 & 8
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Prevention Awareness Day at the State House: January 27
Advocates from across the state will attend Prevention Awareness Day at the State House on January 27th to spread the word about how our communities benefit from the work of substance abuse prevention coalitions. 24 coalitions in Vermont work with thousands of volunteers, from a great variety of constituencies, to prevent substance abuse. [Learn More]
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Let's Grow Kids Training Workshops Available
These training workshops are designed for everyone who wants to make a difference: parents, child care professionals, educators, business people and community members. [Learn More]
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 5
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Free EPA Compliance Workshop: February 2
EPA's Region 1 office periodically conducts compliance assistance workshops on Emergency Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act requirements in New England. These free workshops are opportunities to learn about your facility's planning and reporting obligations under EPCRA. There is an upcoming half-day workshop in South Burlington on 2/2. [Learn More]
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Would You Need Help in a Disaster?
Would you or someone you know need help in an emergency or evacuation? If so, the CARE Program (Citizen Assistance Registration for Emergencies) can help. The program is administered by the United Ways of Vermont, VT-211 and E-911. [Learn More]
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Contact
For questions regarding emergency preparedness, including LEPC 1, please contact Lee Krohn in the CCRPC office.
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Upcoming events in Chittenden County and beyond
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Vermont Climate Economy Summit: February 22, 2016
Join the Vermont Council on Rural Development to review a platform of action developed by the Vermont Climate Change Economy Council and consider action to create jobs, build national reputation, and attract young people to our rural communities. [Learn More]
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2016 Vermont Walk/Bike Summit: April 1-2, 2016
The second statewide Walk/Bike Summit will be held in Rutland, Vermont on April 1-2, 2016. [Learn More]
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Vermont Nonprofit Legislative Day: March 11, 2016
All nonprofit staff, board members volunteers and friends are invited to attend this yearly event. Come network with colleagues and legislators, learn about important issues that have direct bearing on your work and experience the legislative process. [Learn More]
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National Rural Transportation Conference: June 13-15
This annual event provides peer-to-peer learning for regional transportation planners, state DOT representatives, and their partners. [Learn More]
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