April 5, 2013
Upcoming online trainings will cover a variety of topics, from the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) basics through specifics of elevation certificates, and are presented by STARR staff, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and State organizations. Many of the courses are eligible for CEC credits for Certified Floodplain Managers. To register for a course or […]
April 1, 2013
SAVE THE DATE: Vermont Economic Development Summit Posted March 12, 2013 Please participate in this important kick-off to the creation of a statewide economic development strategy! Make your voice heard by participating in this gathering of Vermont’s leading business minds for a day of panel discussions and breakout sessions on the opportunities and challenges of […]
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) 5th Round The State of Vermont has received an extension from FEMA for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) in connection with Tropical Storm Irene. The Vermont Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) is now accepting HMGP applications from towns and agencies in all Vermont counties in connection […]
March 28, 2013
CVRPC will be working with the Town of Northfield to design several storm water remediation projects that the Town can then implement. These projects serve the purposes of protecting water quality and supporting mitigation of stormwater impacts. The Agency of Natural Resources’ Department of Environmental Conservation is funding the project with a grant from the […]
March 26, 2013
The Community Planning and Revitalization team has updated the Village Center Designation Application Guidelines (and attached) to be more user-friendly and accessible. We hope you find the new document helpful and share it with your local municipalities to improve the village center designation application process. Please note there are a few small changes to the […]
FEMA officials announced Wednesday that the deadline for Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) applications related to Irene has been extended to September 1. Vermont will establish its own deadlines for municipalities and other eligible applicants to meet FEMA’s deadline. The extension allows better use of available funding, according to Irene recovery officer Dave Rapaport. HMGP […]
March 12, 2013
Comments Sought: Draft Stream Alteration General Permit The typical flood seasons of spring and early summer will soon be here, and the state wants to have a new Stream Alteration General Permit in place to ensure Vermont has clear standards in place should a disaster strike. The General Permit will provide authorization for activities that […]
February 26, 2013
SunCommon will present information on going solar without going broke at a brown bag lunch (provided) on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 from noon to 1 p.m. at Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission’s office at 29 Main Street, Second floor, Suite 4, Montpelier. Hope to see you there!
February 7, 2013
WHAT: VT Home Energy Challenge (HEC) Volunteer Training WHERE: Central Vermont Chamber of Commerce, 33 Stewart Rd, Berlin WHEN: Wednesday, 2/20/2013 from 6:00-9:00 pm ; 5:00 dinner and social time COST: Free! Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission, in partnership with Efficiency Vermont and the Vermont Energy and Climate Action Network, will be hosting a training […]
January 18, 2013
Hello Community Contacts, First – thank you to everyone who has put out the word about the upcoming flood hazard map change and the meetings. There are still three meetings ahead: Tuesday January 22, 7 pm, Brown Public Library, Northfield Thursday January 31, 7 pm, Old Schoolhouse Common, Marshfield Tuesday February 5, 6 pm Memorial […]