Governor's Advisory Commission on Intermodal Transportation (GACIT)
Public Hearing
Thursday, 9/30/2021, 7:00 PM
Merrimack Town Office, 6 Baboosic Lake Rd, Merrimack, NH
The purpose of these Public Hearings is to receive public comments/testimony on transportation projects and priorities included in the draft 2023-2032 Ten-Year Transportation Improvement Plan as recommended by the New Hampshire Department of Transportation to GACIT. Those not able to attend the meetings can submit written testimony within 10 days of the completion of the Public Hearings. (no later than November 8, 2021 at 4 PM)

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Public Meetings in October 2021 |
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Looking to stay informed about NRPC? Attend our meetings! Agendas are posted approximately five days in advance on the NRPC online calendar, or reach out to staff contacts to be added to group email lists. |
Questions? Call us!
(603) 417-6570
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10/5/2021, 7:00 PM
10/13/2021, 12:00 PM
10/14/2021, 1:00 PM
10/19/21, 1:00 PM
NRPC Executive Committee
10/20/2021, 6:00 PM
10/28/2021, 10:00 AM
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Household Hazardous Waste Event: October 2, 2021 |
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October 16-31, 2021
During the month of October, NRPC staff will be logging trips to work by any mode other than driving in a vehicle alone such as walking, biking, transit, carpool, telecommuting (working from home), or any combination of these options. The challenge is open to the public so encourage your coworkers and friends to participate and track how you match up against each other.
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Also on Our Calendars: Community Events and Learning Opportunities
October 4 OR October 20, 2021
An online tool, the NH Stone Wall Mapper, allows anyone to view "hillshade" LiDAR images anywhere in the state and use it to map stone walls that it reveals. This workshop focuses on the use of the NH Stone Wall Mapper to build a GIS database of stone walls throughout the state, including a background on stone walls in NH, LiDAR technology, and how to use the mapper itself.
Wednesday, October 6, 2021, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM, Manchester, NH
Learn more about housing challenges in the Granite State; the impact of housing on hiring; how cost and availability of housing affects working professionals' decisions on where to live; and how communities are planning for their future housing needs.
October 8, 2021, Concord, NH
The Local Energy Solutions Conference is the event of the year for local energy champions, policymakers, municipal officials, town staff, regulators, and industry representatives. The event is hosted by Clean Energy NH and the LES Workgroup.
October 8-9, 2021, Milford, NH
This year marks the return of the extremely popular Milford Event. Please be sure to visit the Souhegan Valley Transportation Collaborative (SVTC) booth to learn more about NRPC's Volunteer Driver study.
Wednesday October 13 - Friday October 15, Burlington, VT
The theme for this year’s conference is: NNECAPA 2021: Virtual | Reality. Envisioning a New Normal
While VR is often about tech, this year’s theme is more about how we see the world and our communities: in reality, as we imagine them, and ultimately in how the two views intersect.
October 17-20, 2021, New Haven, CT (also virtual attendance option)
The Northeast Arc Users Group (NEARC) is one of several independent regional organizations that represent users of Geographic Information System (GIS) software developed by Environmental Systems Research Institute (Esri) of Redlands, California. Esri software includes, among other things, such well-known GIS products as ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online. Since its inception, one of NEARC's primary functions has been to host an annual fall users conference in one of the Northeast NEARC states.
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NRPC Commission Adopts Regional Bicycle, Pedestrian, & Active Transportation Plan |
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At the September 22, 2021 MPO/Full Commission meeting, Commissioners voted to approve the Regional Bicycle, Pedestrian, & Active Transportation Plan for the Greater Nashua Region. The intent of the plan is to provide guidance for the planning, development, and implementation of safe, usable facilities for active transportation in the Nashua region. A priority of the Nashua Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is to encourage a shift from motorized to human-powered travel. This plan builds off goals from the previous regional Bicycle and Pedestrian plans and the 2021-2045 Nashua Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP). |
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Attention Commissioners: NRPC Rep Needed at NHARPC |
The main mission of the NHARPC is to provide a forum to coordinate regional planning initiatives on a statewide basis and to disseminate information about RPCs to other agencies and organizations. The NHARPC maintains strategic partnerships with state agencies, develops shared planning policies, and monitors planning related legislation. The NHARPC works on behalf of its member commissions and, by extension, the member cities and towns across New Hampshire.
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Interested in serving as an NRPC representative to NHARPC? Please contact Jay Minkarah.
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NRPC Welcomes New Staff Member Emma Rearick |
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This month we are pleased to announce the addition of Emma Rearick to the NRPC staff. Formerly employed as the Bicycle and Pedestrian Coordinator for Manhattan, Kansas, Emma's professional interests encompass transportation, housing, and land use. Emma holds a Masters degree in Regional and Community Planning from Kansas State University. A Nashua resident, Emma is enjoying commuting to NRPC on foot. Welcome, Emma! |
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Attention Business Owners: NRPC Needs YOUR Input!
What Issues are affecting your business?
What support do you need to recover and grow?
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Surveys Close November 1, 2021 |
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Please help us assess the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Nashua Region’s economy. Each of the following surveys takes only a few moments. Complete one or more as they apply to your business. |
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ABOUT THIS INITIATIVE: NRPC has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA) to undertake a comprehensive economic development recovery plan for the 13-community greater Nashua region. The plan will address the impacts of COVID-19 on the region’s economy including job losses, business closures, workforce challenges and the disparate impact of recent economic dislocations on traditionally disadvantaged and underserved businesses. For more info, visit: nashuarpc.org/econ-recovery or email Camille Pattison, NRPC Special Projects Manager.
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Per the building management at 30 Temple Street, NRPC guests should now park in the building's upper visitor lot for all meetings and enter the building through the doors on that level. |
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