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·
Next TAC/TCC meeting is Thursday, August 29th
at 3:00PM at the COG Office.
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COG Board Meeting will be Thursday, August
29th at 7:00PM at the COG Office.
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The Annual Awards Banquet will be Thursday,
September 26th at the Festival House in Timberlake, Person
County.
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State
Accepting Applications for Projects
to
be Funded by VW Settlement
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N.C. Department of
Environmental Quality The Division of Air Quality has
released applications for two RFPs for projects that achieve
significant reductions in emissions.
Under
the Diesel Bus and Vehicle Program:
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$24.5
million will be available
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40%
will be allocated for school bus replacement
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Projects
can be submitted by local, state and tribal governments,
public or nonprofit organizations or eligible public-private
partnerships
Under
the DC Fast Charge program:
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$3.4
million will be available for the installation of Zero
Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Charging Infrastructure
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Projects
in designated corridors will receive priority to expand the
state’s charging infrastructure network
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Projects
can be submitted by eligible businesses, incorporated
nonprofits, and state, local, tribal or municipal government
agencies
Interested
applicants can find the applications, RFPs and additional
program information at deq.nc.gov/VWSettlement. DAQ will also host application workshops in
July to provide technical assistance. Registration for those
workshops is available online.
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The
2020 Census:
An
Important Way to Support Your Community
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While the next
census itself will be taken in 2020, the Census Bureau is
already recruiting to fill important positions. With the help
of organizations like yours, they plan to recruit and employ
thousands of Americans as Census Takers throughout the
country. Since most communities are best known by the people
who live and work there, you can help—and help your
community—by getting the word out about 2020 Census jobs in
your community! All counties are still in need of
applicants! Click here to
download the 2020 Census Introductory Letter.
How can
you or your organization help to get the word out about 2020
Census jobs?
You can
help by doing any of the following:
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Posting
information about 2020 Census jobs using your organization’s
social media channels, as well as by tagging other
organizations that might also be willing to share this
information
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Posting
information about 2020 Census jobs on your organization’s
website and/or in newsletters
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Distributing
promotional materials about 2020 Census jobs to your clients,
customers, and/or members
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Displaying
promotional materials about 2020 Census jobs in your offices
and other facilities
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Allowing
a Census Bureau recruiter to distribute promotional materials
to your clients, customers, and/or members
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Sending
an email with 2020 Census jobs information to your contacts
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Inviting
a Census Recruiter to present information about 2020 Census
jobs at your meetings or other gatherings, or being willing
to provide 2020 Census jobs materials at those times yourself
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We are
also very interested in any ideas you may have; since nobody
knows your organization better than you, we look forward to
working with you in what you believe will be the most
effective ways
How will
you know what information to distribute? Or will the Census
Bureau provide the materials and messages?
The Census Bureau will make sure you have
everything you need. To learn more about this, and to obtain
materials and messaging, please visit www.census.gov/regions for information on how to contact your
Regional Census Center. Applicants are encouraged to apply
online at 2020census.gov/jobs or to call the toll-free number at
1-855-JOB-2020 with questions, or to obtain more information
or assistance.
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NC
Medicaid Managed Care Launch Phase 1
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The Medicaid
Managed Care call center (833-870-5500) and website went live on June 28. Beneficiaries are
already using both to learn more about managed care and
enroll in a health plan. NC Medicaid Managed Care Phase 1 is
on track for beneficiaries to begin using their health plan
on November 1.
NC Medicaid
Managed Care Phase 1 covers counties in regions 2 and 4:
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Region
4: Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Granville,
Johnston, Nash, Orange, Person, Vance, Wake, Warren,
Wilson
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Towns
of Warrenton, Norlina, and Louisburg Receive USDA Funds
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The three Towns identified above received
grants and loans from USDA’s Community Facilities Program to
improve public safety. The Town of Warrenton received a
$33,800 loan and a $41,200 grant to be used for the purchase
of two police vehicles and installing police equipment;
including security cameras. The Town of Norlina received a
$40,000 loan and a $74,000 grant to purchase four new police
vehicles and necessary police equipment. The Town of
Louisburg received a $200,000 loan a $100,000 grant to be
used for the purchase of a new fire truck. The USDA’s Rural
Development program provides loans and grants to help expand
economic opportunities and creating jobs in rural areas by
supporting infrastructure improvements.
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Franklin
County Bridge Replacement
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The bridge on Person Road over Sandy Creek
located in northern Franklin County will be replaced due to
the structure becoming functionally obsolete and deficient.
Work could begin as early as the last week of July and should
be completed by June 2020 according to the NCDOT.
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PLANNING & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
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2019
Tentative TCC/TAC Meeting Dates
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Meetings are held from 3:00-5:00 p.m. at the
Kerr-Tar COG Offices located at 1724 Graham Avenue in
Henderson
· January
2019 - No Meeting Scheduled
· April 25, 2019 CANCELLED
· July
- No Meeting Scheduled
· November
2019 - No Meeting Scheduled
· December
2019 - No Meeting Scheduled
*Please note, meeting dates are subject to
change in order to accommodate NCDOT deadlines
Important Meeting Notice: The TAC and TCC will not
meet in June or July, but in August. More information will be
forthcoming.
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KTRPO staff is in the process of scheduling
pre-submittal meetings with the NCDOT Aviation and Rail
Divisions. These meetings will enable RPO staff and the P6.0
Subcommittee to select competitive projects for the
allocation of Local Input Points for regional projects.
Members of the P6.0 Subcommittee have been selected and
notifed meetings will begin in late July or early August. A
preliminary list of projects for all modes (Highway,
Bicycle/Pedestrian, Transit, Aviation, and Rail) will be
presented to the KTRPO TCC and TAC for approval during the
September 26, 2019 joint meeting.
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DEACS is excited
to announce the upcoming launch of North Carolina’s statewide
anti-contamination campaign, Recycle Right NC, and invite you
to participate. Join us in cooperation with partners
across the state to clean up recycling through unified messaging! By
participating in Recycle Right NC, you will further educate
your residents on which items should and should not be placed
in their recycling cart with:
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An
up-to-date, MRF-approved accepted list of recyclables, either
designed by your own community or provided by DEACS
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Direct
mailers, like inserts and postcards
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Social
media posts
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Press
releases
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And
other educational materials like print ads, flyers, etc.
What
YOU Can Do: Sign up to participate in the campaign!
What
YOU Will Get: After
signing up, you will receive coaching on the next steps of
the campaign, an invitation to join our campaign’s closed
Facebook group, an office window cling, and stickers for
residents.
For more information,
see the attached campaign handout or contact Emily Burnett at
emily.burnett@ncdenr.gov or (919) 707-8121.
Don’t miss
out! Sign up by July 19th to get connected with the
rest of the campaign community and be a part of the
preparations for launch this fall.
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Future
Investment Resources for Sustainable Transportation
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The NC FIRST Commission is tasked with
evaluating North Carolina’s current and future transportation
investment needs and advising the Secretary of Transportation
of new or better ways to ensure that critical financial
resources are available in the future. The NC FIRST
Commission would like your feedback as it gets started on
work to recommend how to modernize transportation revenues.
Share your thoughts by July 31, 2019. Surveys may be
completed at the following: https://publicinput.com/ncfirst
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2019
Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference and Expo
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The 3rd Annual Sustainable Fleet Technology
Conference will be held August 7-8, 2019 at the Durham
Convention Center. Discover the latest and greatest in
sustainable fleet technology, operations, and implementation.
The Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference will showcase the
latest technologies in biofuels, electric, natural gas, and
propane. The conference will also have a strong focus on data
driven decisions and technologies. Scheduled to attend are
over 50 speakers and 40 exhibits; this event will highlight
the leading edge of sustainable fleet practices and
alternative fuel opportunities.
Registration is available via the
following: https://www.sustainablefleetexpo.com/registration
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NCDOT
Bike & Pedestrian Planning Grant
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The NC DOT is currently accepting applications
for the 2019 Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning Grant
Initiative. The program provides funding for
municipalities and counties across the State to develop
comprehensive bicycle and pedestrian plans. These plans
mainly focus on enhancing mobility, improving safety and
promoting economic and healthy benefits. A short webinar
describing the grant program and answering applicant
questions will be held within the upcoming weeks. For more information on the Bicycle and
Pedestrian Planning Grant Initiative, contact Bryan Lopez at
(919) 707-2606 or balopez@ncdot.gov or Kathryn Zeringue at (919) 707-2610 or kezeringue@ncdot.gov. All
municipalities and counties are encouraged to apply by Friday, August 2, 2019.
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NC
Mobile CARE Awards Nomination
Mr.
Clark Thomas, City of Henderson
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The Kerr-Tar Regional Council of Governments’
Planning Department is pleased to nominate Mr. Clark Thomas,
Engineering Director with the City of Henderson for the 2019
NC Mobile CARE Awards. Clark is being nominated for being an
individual that exhibits outstanding efforts in reducing
transportation emissions and advancing alternative fuel and
transportation technologies in North Carolina. Clark was
instrumental in the Henderson being awarded four (4) electric
vehicle charging stations through Duke Energy’s Electric
Vehicle Infrastructure Project. The Planning Department
recognizes Clark’s outstanding efforts in these initiatives
and wishes him much success during the NC Mobile CARE Award
selection process. Awards will be presented during the
Pre-Conference Events and Trainings of the Sustainable Fleet
Technology Conference and Expo on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at
the Durham Convention Center.
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Location(s)
of Vehicle Charging Stations in Henderson
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A new Supercharger has been installed at the
Sheetz (Store # 471), located at 619 Ruin Creek Rd. The
Superchargers have 8 ports that are designed for charging the
Tesla Model S and Model X. Presently, there are five
other charging stations located in Vance County. The other
electric vehicle charging stations are located at: The
Walmart Supercenter; The City of Henderson Public Works
Department; The City of Henderson Police Department; and Duke
Energy Henderson. To view available stations throughout
the region and state, please visit
https://www.pluginnc.com/find-a-charging-station/
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Caregiver
Support Groups
Caregiver support
groups are offered monthly in the following counties:
Franklin, Granville, Person, Vance and Warren. If you
are a caregiver, or know someone who is, we highly recommend
attending! Our caregiver support groups offer information,
assistance, guidance, and support for all caregivers! The
following times for support groups are listed below. For more
information regarding caregiver support groups, please
contact Harvey Holmes, Family Caregiver Specialist at hholmes@kerrtarcog.org
or call (252) 436-2040.
Franklin County Caregiver Support Group
Louisburg Senior Center
2nd Monday @ 7:00 P.M
(919) 496-1131
Granville County Caregiver Support Group
Granville Hospital Cafeteria Meeting Room
1st Wednesday @ 12:00 P.M
(919) 690-3273
Person County Caregiver Support Group
Person County Senior Center
4th Tuesday @ 6:00 P.M
(336) 599-7484
Person County Caregiver Support Group
Cambridge Hills
2nd Tuesday @ 6:30 P.M
(336) 599-7484
Vance County Caregiver Support Group
Vance County Senior Center
3rd Tuesday @ 12:00 P.M.
(252) 430-0257
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Are you having a
hard time landing a job and feel defeated or frustrated?
NCWorks Career Centers have staff that can help assist
you. If you need a little inspiration, read this success
story and how an individual who was living in a shelter and
trying to go to school has now gained employment. Click here for the entire story.
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MISSION
STATEMENT
Kerr-Tar
Regional Council of Governments aims to
promote
regionalism that provides opportunities for
local
governments to enhance and improve the quality
of
life for our citizens through effective delivery of
services
and programs.
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Kerr-Tar Regional
Council of Governments
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Kerr-Tar Regional COG 1724 Graham AvenueHenderson, NC 27536 2524362040
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