BITS AND PIECES

A Weekly Update from the Strafford Region

Planning

On Monday, January 23 regional planner Autumn Scott, joined by Dover's Resilience Manager Jackson Kaspari, hosted SRPC Resiliency Roundtable: “Improving Your Energy Efficiency with NHSaves.” Panelists Brad Hunter, David Beaulieu, and Frank Melanson discussed cost-savings and energy efficiency opportunities through the NHSaves program for both commercial and residential audiences. Participants engaged in a lively discussion on energy resilience throughout the presentations. Check out a recording of the session on SRPC’s YouTube channel, and take advantage of NHSaves resources and incentives online. 

Transportation

Economic Development

On Wednesday, Jan. 25, senior communications and outreach planner Shayna Sylvia attended the Rural Business Development Grant application workshop facilitated by the USDA.  

In 2022, SRPC assisted Explore Moose Mountains with its first successful USDA RD grant application, whose programs are currently being implemented. This includes strategic planning, a new EMM website, marketing for the EMM region, and a farmers market pilot. 

In 2023, SRPC will continue to assist EMM as it applies for a second round of USDA funding. 

Learn more about EMM on its current website. 

January 27, 2023