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AUGUST
8/29, 1:00pm: Lake Champlain TMDL Public Meeting (Double Tree Hotel, South Burlington)
SEPTEMBER
9/5: CCRPC Office Closed
9/6, 9:00am: CCRPC Transportation Advisory Committee
9/6, 11:00am: CCRPC Clean Water Advisory Committee Meeting
9/6, 12:15pm: CCRPC Clean Water Advisory Committee MS-4 Sub-Committee Meeting
9/7, 5:45pm: CCRPC Executive Committee Meeting
9/14, 2:30pm: CCRPC Planning Advisory Committee Meeting
9/21, 6:00pm: CCRPC Board Meeting
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Around the County: Photo of the Month
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Cyclists take a rest on a beautiful day at Charlotte Beach.
Photo by Lee Krohn
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Traffic Alerts
Stay informed about roadway construction and other traffic alerts in Chittenden County by signing up for the Chittenden County Traffic Alert, a weekly email service.
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CCRPC
Commission Representatives
Bolton: Joss Besse
Buel's Gore: Garret Mott
Burlington: Andy Montroll
Charlotte: Jim Donovan
Colchester: Marc Landry
Essex: Jeff Carr
Essex Junction: Dan Kerin
Hinesburg: Andrea Morgante
Huntington: Barbara Elliott
Jericho: Catherine McMains
Milton: TBD
Richmond: Bard Hill
Shelburne: John Zicconi
South Burlington: Chris Shaw
St. George: Jeff Pillsbury
Underhill: Brian Bigelow
Westford: Dave Tilton
Williston: Chris Roy, Chair
Winooski: Michael O'Brien, Vice Chair
For more information, including Commission agendas and minutes, schedule and resources, click here. |
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Charlie Baker, Executive Director
Cathy Aikman, Chittenden County Opioid Alliance Project Director
Dan Albrecht, Senior Planner
Pam Brangan, GIS Data & IT Manager
Jason Charest, Senior Transportation Planning Engineer
Eleni Churchill, Transportation Program Manager
Forest Cohen, Business Manager
Bryan Davis, Senior Transportation Planner
Marshall Distel, Transportation Planner
Chris Dubin, Transportation Planner
Bernie Ferenc, Transportation Business Manager
Christine Forde, Senior Transportation Planner
Andrea Gunther, Finance Assistant
Peter Keating, Senior Transportation Planner
Lee Krohn, AICP, Senior Planner
Regina Mahony, Planning Program Manager
Melanie Needle, Senior Planner
Emily Nosse-Leirer, Planner
Sai Sarepalli, Transportation Planning Engineer
Emma Vaughn, Communications Manager
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United Way Volunteer Opportunities: Summer 2016
Looking for ways to volunteer this summer? Check out short-term and special event volunteer opportunities with the United Way for the coming months.
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Volunteer with Neighbor Rides
Neighbor Rides is a strategic initiative of United Way of Northwest Vermont 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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Good afternoon,
As summer winds down, I'd like to wish everyone a great remainder of the season. It's back-to-school and back-to-work time, and the cool mornings we've been waking up to indicate that fall is just around the corner. At the RPC, the fall season brings a number of new projects and a renewed collaboration with our municipalities and partners to propel us into another year of working toward a healthy, inclusive and prosperous community.
Enjoy the next few weeks!
Best regards,
Charlie Baker Executive Director |
It's Go Time!
The 2016 Way to Go! Challenge takes place from September 26th - October 7th. Simply walk, run, bike, bus, carpool or telecommute on as many days as you can during the two-week event. When you sign up, you are automatically entered to win great prizes including iPads, Nest Thermostats, a GoPro, an Apple TV, gift certificates, Darn Tough socks and more. Plus, the workplace with the highest score will win the coveted Carbon Cup (not to mention, bragging rights!). Employers can also challenge another business to a Carbon Throwdown, where the winner receives a Carbon Throwdown Trophy. K-12 schools also have a big incentive to participate this year: With a Vermont-manufactured AllEarth Solar Tracker up for grabs, schools are already signing up in hopes to win the tracker, which is estimated to save the winning school $85,000 in power cost over the life of the tracker. Learn more and sign up today »
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 2
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2017 Municipal Park-and-Ride Grant Program: Applications due Aug 31
VTrans has announced the latest round of grants for municipal park-and-ride facilities. The objective of the Park-and-Rides Program is to provide safe and convenient parking facilities to encourage the consolidation of travelers and the reduction of single occupancy vehicles on the roads. Learn More »
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VTrans Transportation Alternatives Grant Program: Applications Due October 20
VTrans is accepting applications for the Transportation Alternatives (TA) program. This year, roughly 50% of the TA funding (roughly $1.1 million) is reserved for environmental mitigation projects relating to stormwater and highways. TA online workshops are highly recommended and will be held on September 6th and 8th. Learn More »
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New ECOS in Action Video: Transportation Solutions, Alternatives, and Updates
Transportation professionals from the CCRPC, Local Motion, CATMA and Go! Vermont gather on CCTV's Live at 5:25 to discuss transportation solutions, alternatives, and upcoming events and initiatives in Chittenden County and beyond. Watch the video »
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Milton Railroad Street Rail Crossing Study Complete
Funded in part through the 2014 VTrans Bicycle and Pedestrian program, this scoping study analyzes and evaluates the feasibility of connecting a gap in the sidewalk on Railroad Street in Milton, extending across the existing railroad crossing. This report analyzes and evaluates existing conditions, provides conceptual alignment alternatives, and provides probable construction costs. 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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Brownfields Historic Preservation Archaeology RFQ: Applications Due September 14
The CCRPC is issuing a Request for Qualifications with the intent of selecting one or two qualified historic preservation/archaeology consultants or consultant teams to provide reviews under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and historic preservation and archaeology services related to property redevelopment on an "on-call" basis for a period of five years. Learn More »
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2016 Lake Champlain Basin Program Local Implementation Grants Available: Applications Due September 22
Multiple Local Implementation Grants are currently available from the Lake Champlain Basin Program. Since 1992, the LCBP has awarded nearly 1,000 grants to local organizations to support a variety of pollution prevention, habitat restoration, and other projects that improve the quality of Lake Champlain. Learn More »
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Lake Champlain's Clean Water Worth $17 Million per Meter
New University of Vermont and Lake Champlain Basin Program research puts a hefty price tag on Lake Champlain's natural beauty. People have a visceral reaction to algae blooms, which has economic implications. Algae blooms and cloudy water can hurt tourism, home prices, and jobs. According to the study, Vermont lakeside communities would lose $16.8 million in economic activity and 200 full-time jobs - in July and August alone - for every one-meter decrease in water clarity. Learn More »
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Energy & Natural Resources
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Implementing ECOS Strategies 3 & 4
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Public Meeting - Lake Champlain TMDL Phase I Implementation Plan: August 29
DEC posted a draft of the updated Lake Champlain TMDL Phase 1 Implementation Plan for public comment in early August. In addition, public information meetings are being held August 29-30 across the state, with one in South Burlington at the Double Tree Hotel on August 29th from 1-3pm. The draft plan and more information can be found on the DEC website »
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Vermont Department of Public Service Announces Forum on Regional and Municipal Energy Planning Standards
The Department of Public Service invites all interested Vermonters to provide input on the standards the Department must create per Act 174 of 2016 for determining consistency of regional and municipal plans with state energy policy. The Department will host a forum to gather input on August 30, from 9am-12pm in Montpelier. Learn More »
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Button Up Day of Action Request for Proposals - Due September 7
Efficiency Vermont is seeking proposals from town energy committees and other comparable community-based organizations and groups to support community-based public outreach efforts around 2016 Button Up Day of Action, taking place on November 12, 2016. Learn More »
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Vermont Clean Water Initiative Brown Bag Lectures
These lectures on the Vermont Clean Water Act and its implementation occur monthly and can be attended in person or via Skype. View the full schedule »
Next Lecture: Updated Accepted Management Practices for Maintaining Water Quality on Logging Jobs in Vermont: September 8, 2016, 11am-12pm | Learn More » |
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National Drive Electric Week: September 10-18
National Drive Electric Week is a nationwide celebration to heighten awareness of today's widespread availability of plug-in vehicles and highlight the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric cars, trucks, motorcycles, and more. There are several Vermont events in the works. To stay up-to-date on events happenings visit the National Drive Electric Week website »
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EAN's Community Energy Dashboard is Now Live
Vermont has a bold goal: to meet 90% of its energy needs through increased efficiency and renewable sources by 2050. The Energy Action Network's Community Energy Dashboard helps your community shape its energy future at the local level with a powerful suite of interactive tools to set goals, track progress, map actions, share stories, and hear from trusted neighbors. The Dashboard helps translate Vermont's goal of 90% by 2050 into achievable local action across all energy sectors - efficiency, heat, electricity and transportation. Learn more and register »
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 2
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Vermont Statewide Property Parcel Mapping Program
The Vermont Agency of Transportation is providing funding for a project to accomplish the initial creation and update of parcel data over 3 years to create a statewide, consistent, and up-to-date GIS database of parcel boundaries. The ongoing program will help to ensure that the data created is updated annually and made available to all via download, web services, and online mapping applications. A request for proposals will be published in fall of 2016, seeking mapping contractors interested in working with multiple towns. Learn More »
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2016 Community Action Sponsorship Program: Applications Due September 30
AARP has announced its 2016 Community Action Sponsorship Program, mini-grants of $500-$2,000 awarded to community projects focused on transportation, housing, accessibility, and activities to foster multi-cultural and intergenerational connections in the Burlington area. Learn More »
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Municipal Planning Grants Due October 31st
DHCD is pleased to announce approximately $457,000 in state funding to help Vermont's cities and towns realize their visions for building more livable and vibrant communities. View the FY17 MPG Program Description for details on eligibility, application process and funding priorities. Grant applications are due October 31st with funding decisions announced in December. Learn More »
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Milton's Metamorphosis: A Plan in Place for a Real Downtown
Milton leaders are working to transform their community by planning a more cohesive, recognizable downtown. The facelift requires attracting a different kind of development -- restaurants, breweries and clothing shops. Learn More »
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Implementing ECOS Strategy 2
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Free Flood Proofing Workshop: September 7
This workshop will review the risks, regulations, and insurance requirements for buildings in flood prone areas. Engineering strategies for protecting existing historic structures will be presented, as well as several case studies. In addition, take-away practical tips for flood-proofing your building that won't break the bank. Learn More »
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Emergency Management for Town Health Officers Workshop: September 21
The Vermont Department of Health will be offering a free training for Town Health Officers on emergency preparedness. Topics will include point of distribution, mass prophylaxis, and maintaining a healthy home environment after a disaster. Learn More »
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Town of Jericho and CCRPC to Develop Jericho Stormwater Master Plan
Through a grant provided by the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation as part of the State's Clean Water Initiative, the Town of Jericho and the CCRPC will develop a Stormwater Master Plan for the Town. This type of planning is needed now as the 2016 Jericho Comprehensive Town Plan predicts a 5% increase in population by 2030, with new development concentrated in the town's three state-designated village centers. Learn More »
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Implementing ECOS Strategies 5, 6 & 8
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Howard Center's Fall Community Education Series
The Howard Center is presenting a series of community education sessions this fall, covering topics such as opioid use and treatment, suicide risk and prevention, and much more. All sessions are free and open to the public. Full information can be found on the Howard Center's website »
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VPR Poll: Majority of Vermonters Have Seen Effects of Opioid Addiction
When Vermonters were asked about issues facing the state in the recent VPR poll, there were sometimes wide differences of opinion -- but people overwhelmingly agreed that opiate addiction is a serious issue . Learn More »
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Upcoming events in Chittenden County and beyond
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Municipal Day at National Life: September 9, 2016
This all-day event will offer poster presentations, workshops, technical assistance, and the opportunity to engage with Agency staff members and municipal colleagues from across the state. Learn More »
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Open Streets BTV: September 11, 2016
Come bike, stroll, roll, dance or skate along car-free streets from the Old North End to Downtown! Activities, food and family fun for all. Learn More »
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Way to Go! Challenge: September 26-October 7, 2016
In an effort to make this year's Way to Go! Challenge even more accessible, we've moved the dates from the Spring to the Fall. Just like last year, any trip counts, not just your commute to work. Join the 2 week Way to Go! Challenge this September 26th through October 7th. Sign up early and pledge to participate on as many days as you can. Learn More »
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Vermont Highway Safety Alliance 4th Annual Conference: October 26
Join the Vermont Highway Safety Alliance for the 4th Annual Meeting and Conference to be held at the Mt. Snow Resort, West Dover, VT on October 26th from 9am-3pm. Learn More »
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2016 Vermont Collective Impact Conference: November 2-3, 2016
Registration is now open for this statewide, two-day conference that will build on the momentum of the 2015 Collective Impact Conference and provide opportunities for teams of stakeholders to learn and work together in furthering emerging or existing Collective Impact efforts. Learn More »
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Vermont Statewide Housing Conference: November 15, 2016
This conference brings together a unique mix of housing financers, advocates, developers, planners, tenants and more. Registration will open in August. Learn More »
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