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MVRPC New Dashboards Featuring 2020 Population and Housing Data |
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As a Census Affiliate organization, MVRPC not only assists the U.S. Census Bureau’s various programs, but also maintains and disseminates regional data for the Miami Valley. With the release of the 2020 Decennial Census Redistricting data, MVRPC has compiled two new interactive dashboards in order to display 2020 Census findings in a practical and easy-to-use format.
One dashboard focuses on population data, while the other focuses on housing data. Each dashboard features data for MVRPC’s 6+ county region at the regional, county, jurisdiction, and block group levels. Users can zoom in and out, pan around, or select filters to view data for specific areas or jurisdictions. Users may also click on the map to view a pop-up with more detailed information about the selected geography. Data from previous Decennial Censuses (2000 and 2010) has also been utilized in the dashboards to provide trend analysis for certain data points.
Additional data from the 2020 Decennial Census is not expected to be released until Spring 2023. MVRPC will continue to provide updates as new data is released from the 2020 Census.
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MVRPC Hosts First RTPO Steering Committee Meeting
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MVRPC hosted its first RTPO Steering Committee meeting on Tuesday, August 16th at Dayton Realtors. Representatives from organizations in each of the RTPO county, Preble, Darke, and Shelby, were in attendance. Membership of the RTPO Steering committee includes ODOT Districts 7 & 8, counties, cities, townships, transit mobility managers, transit agencies, park districts, bicycle and other interests from the three counties. During the meeting, the group concluded their official name will be the “RTPO Steering Committee” and will hold their quarterly meetings every third Wednesday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Funding for the organization is provided by ODOT and local dues paid by the RTPO members. Their first product with be creation of a transportation plan for the RTPO, associated transportation maps and other datasets. The RTPO members are also MVRPC members and we look forward to their participation.
The next in-person meeting is scheduled for November 16, 2022, in Darke County with each county taking turns with hosting the steering committee. They will also have periodic teleconference meetings on specific topics. For more information regarding the RTPO, please visit our website http://rtpo.mvrpc.org/ or contact Ana Ramirez aramirez@mvrpc.org.
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MVRPC Sponsors 2022 OARC Gubernatorial Forum |
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MVRPC Members and Staff attended the 2022 Gubernatorial Forum hosted by the Ohio Association of Regional Councils (OARC). Attendees heard from each party’s Gubernatorial Candidates followed by moderated discussions on key topics that Ohio is facing. |
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Latest Updates on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill |
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Upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcements in 2022
In order to provide stakeholders with more visibility into upcoming funding opportunities, U.S. DOT is publishing a list of anticipated dates for Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) for key Bipartisan Infrastructure Law programs. This list is not comprehensive and will be updated periodically with new programs and dates.
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Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Program
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the new Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary program with $5 billion in appropriated funds over the next 5 years. In fiscal year 2022 (FY22), up to $1 billion is available. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. The SS4A program supports Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg’s National Roadway Safety Strategy and the Department’s goal of zero deaths and serious injuries on our nation’s roadways. The deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. EDT on September 15, 2022. For details, more information, and applicant guidance: transportation.gov/grants/SS4A
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MVRPC Welcomes Del Mar Encore Fellow Donna Kastner
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Donna Kastner is a Del Mar Encore Fellow, working for The Dayton Foundation and in partnership with MVRPC, on our Age-Friendly Communities initiative within the Institute for Livable and Equitable Communities. In this role, she will be a key contributor to the Age-Friendly Network (AFN). The AFN promotes both equity and livability for aging populations in the Miami Valley Region by leading a robust community engagement process which will encourage MVRPC’s 80+ member jurisdictions to commit to transforming policies, places and programs within their communities.
To learn more about the Age-Friendly Network and future funding opportunities, please contact Donna Kastner at dkastner@mvrpc.org.
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Grants and Funding Resources |
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On a monthly basis, MVRPC is highlighting several funding opportunities for eligible cities, counties, and townships on our website that could benefit communities in the Region. We include a description, contact information, and program links. We have also listed other valuable resources for funding opportunities for our regional jurisdictions and organizations. See more at: mvrpc.org/grant-and-funding-opportunities
This month we are featuring information on:
- Ohio History Fund – Deadline: September 27, 2022
- Continuum of Care Supplemental to Address Unsheltered and Rural Homelessness – Deadline: October 20, 2022
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Ohio EPA and The Recycling Partnership are pleased to announce a $300,000 grant for Ohio communities to dramatically improve residential recycling in Ohio.
"Ohio EPA is excited to work alongside The Recycling Partnership again as the state continues to work towards meeting its solid waste reduction and recycling goals,” says Ohio EPA Director Laurie A. Stevenson. “With Ohio communities hosting more than 1,400 recycling drop-off locations throughout the state, this contamination reduction grant initiative focuses on all communities regardless of size or demographics.”
The Drop-Off Recycling Quality Improvement Grant request for proposals (RFP) is available to download on Ohio EPA's Recycling page on August 29, 2022. Applicants must complete their application online at www.municipalmeasurement.com using a new or existing account. The grant application survey will appear in the survey list upon the RFP release. Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the entire RFP document prior to beginning the application.
Please join Ohio EPA at 1:00 p.m. ET on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022 for a grant webinar to answer questions.
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MiamiValleyGovJobs.org is a one-stop website for candidates seeking positions with a public agency in the Miami Valley. This service is provided to MVRPC member organizations and partners at no cost. Posting your positions on MiamiValleyGovJobs.org increases the visibility of your positions and expands your candidate pool. Each job post will be displayed with your organization's logo and a link to your website where candidates can find more information. To post a position with your organization, please email your posting to JobBoard@mvrpc.org.
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Upcoming Meetings and Events |
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