NVCOG serves nineteen municipalities who make local land use decisions that balance ecological, social, and economic factors. Explore how planning and zoning serve as crucial tools, influencing the quality of…
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Brownfields Program
What is a brownfield? According to the EPA, a brownfield is a property where the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of hazardous substances, pollutants, or contaminants. Many brownfield sites…
Funding
As a service to members of the RBP, NVCOG regularly applies for state and federal grants to offer assessment and cleanup grants and loans for brownfields sites in our region. Over…
NVCOG seeks a full–time experienced Finance Director
Finance Director Working with the Executive Director and using considerable initiative and independent judgment, the Finance Director manages the activities of the Finance Department, including accounting, auditing, A/P, A/R, payroll,…
NVCOG Publishes Naugatuck River Greenway Trail Design and Management Guide
NVCOG has published the NRG Trail Design and Management Guide, which sets standards for the construction and upkeep of new sections as they are built. The 34 -page guide is free…
Waste Reduction and Savings for Municipalities Hosted by NVCOG and SCRCOG
The Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments (NVCOG) and the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) are hosting two forums that will inform municipal staff and elected officials on the…
300 Broad Street, Bristol
Project type: Assessment Activities: The Regional Brownfield Partnership has awarded 300 Broad Street Properties LLC. $83,000 in petroleum assessment funds to conduct environmental assessment activities inside the combined 175,000 foot…
VMT Reduction Strategy
[…] the total number of miles driven by personal cars across a given area. A reduction in VMT typically yields benefits for congestion, air quality, and can help reduce costs for drivers.