A Regional Council of Governments & Metropolitan Planning Organization

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A Regional Council of Governments & Metropolitan Planning Organization

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Delivering projects, plans, and services to improve our communities

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PRESS RELEASE: NVCOG Demonstrates Commitment to Sustainability in Shelton Clean Sweep Efforts

NVCOG proudly participated in the Shelton Clean Sweep program, demonstrating their commitment to supporting clean…

Funding Opportunity: Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Grant Program

The fiscal year (FY) 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Safe Streets and Roads for All…

Community Canvassing Kinneytown Dam Removal Project

The NVCOG and Save the Sound will be canvassing in Ansonia this upcoming Saturday, April…

PRESS RELEASE: In-Person and Virtual Public Meetings Scheduled to Discuss Active Transportation Plan for the Naugatuck Valley 

Two upcoming public meetings as part of an ongoing series to gather additional input from…

We’re Hiring: Temporary GIS Planning Assistant

The NVCOG seeks a temporary GIS Planning Assistant to assist GIS staff with updates to…

Funding Opportunity: 2024 Transportation Alternatives Program

Funding for transportation improvements, which includes: transit, transportation equity, safe routes to school, multi-use trails,…

Interactive Maps

Regional Map Viewer

Provides access to general parcel data, zoning, land use, and administration boundaries. It also includes FEMA flood data and environmental data from CTECO.

Kinneytown Dam Fish Passage

This interactive storymap details the effort to restore migratory fish to the Naugatuck River, and the current issues at Kinneytown Dam keeping fish from miles of restored habitat upstream.

Farmers’ Markets & Agri-Tourism

Find local farmers' markets, pick-your-own farms, community supported agriculture (CSA) farms or vineyards within the Naugatuck Valley region.

NVCOG Open Space Viewer

This viewer was developed to identify parcels in towns that need to be added or corrected while working on the regional open space database.

Regional Recreation Guide

Where to be active! A web app to find local facilities designed for one of over 20 types of outdoor activities to promote a healthy lifestyle.

We are in a Waste Crisis

Connecticut's trash is piling up with nowhere in the state to go. This story map shares the options that residents and municipalities can take to reduce waste.

Naugatuck River Greenway Status

This map highlights the status of the various sections of the Naugatuck River Greenway project. It shows proposed, active, and completed sections.

Adventuring through Our Region

A local tour guide from the Lower Naugatuck Valley to the Litchfield Hills to the bedding plant capital of Connecticut with many places to visit!

Regional Trails

This interactive map explores the trail network that is in or passes through the Naugatuck Valley Region. This includes walking, hiking, and multi-use trails.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Find a station to recharge your electric vehicle. Click on an icon for more location information. Information is subject to change.

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Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments1 day ago

Our sale is ending soon! 🌱 #NVCOGct is offering compost bins and rain barrels at reduced prices for residents of the Naugatuck Valley Region. Pre-order by Thursday, May 2 for pickup on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM - 1 PM. Visit the online store at connecticut.compostersale.com/nvcog2/.

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Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments2 days ago

Our recent Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection event served 630 carloads of hazardous materials. This remarkable turnout underscores our community’s dedication to responsible waste management. Thank you to the City of Ansonia & their Public Works team for their unwavering support!

Learn more about our upcoming summer and fall collection events at https://bit.ly/HHW-NVCOG.

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Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments5 days ago

Starting Monday, May 6, 2024, the Connecticut Department of Transportation is beginning full milling and paving operations along Route 8. Learn more by clicking the website link below. #StayInformed