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MVRPC shares insights on the Advanced Air Mobility | |
The Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is a broad concept to include daily aviation mobility. AAM includes moving light, time-critical packages such as medical supplies by small unmanned aircraft systems – informally known as “drones.” AAM also includes the movement of people and cargo within communities and regional travels.
AAM is a new emerging technology and therefore, the outcomes of AAM are unknown and unclear at this time. The significance of this technology, however, is that it is a new transportation mode that has a potential to completely transform our built environment and the way we travel, access services, and move goods in the near future.
During August 20 – 21, 2024, the 3rd Annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF) was held at Clark State College’s Hollenbeck Bayley Creative Arts and Conference Center in Springfield, Ohio. Hosted by the Dayton Development Coalition (DDC), this forum brought together electrical vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturers and suppliers as well as speakers from across the AAM industry.
As part of the Forum, Mr. Martin Kim, Director of Community and Regional Planning was invited to participate in a Public Adoption Panel session. During the session, Mr. Kim discussed and shared insights on many potential benefits and opportunities that AAM can bring as well as issues and challenges that need to be address in order to facilitate public acceptance. In addition, Mr. Kim offered suggestions on how AAM industry leaders can collaborate and partner with Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs), community leaders, and planning practitioners to advance and integrate AAM into our communities at the local and regional level.
For more information about the 3rd Annual National Advanced Air Mobility Industry Forum (NAAMIF), visit https://www.aamohio.com/.
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MVRPC Board Meeting Digest | |
Board of Directors Meeting September 5, 2024 | |
In this segment, we'll share information from our latest board meeting. Stay informed and engaged with key highlights tailored for our valued board members and partners. | |
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Glossary of MVRPC Terminology- Here you'll find a draft collection of frequently used terms within the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. These terms are often used during agency meetings. Whether you're new to MVRPC or just looking for a refresher, this glossary is designed to help you navigate the language of MVRPC with ease.
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Community Ideas Forum, Let’s Talk Turner | |
MVRPC Members and Staff attended the Community Ideas Forum, Let’s Talk Turner, on August 27, 2024 to provide valuable insight for a redevelopment plan along a portion of Turner Road in Harrison Township and City of Trotwood. This project will help the communities, together, attract investment, secure new jobs and improve the quality of life for residents. The plan will account for the regional and local markets to provide an aspirational, but achievable vision for the corridor supported by community recommendations to help shape the current and future needs of the City of Trotwood and Harrison Township. | |
MVRPC’s Geo-Spark Provides New 3D Mapping Gallery | |
MVRPC’s D-Hive Initiative has released a new mapping gallery as part of our Geo-Spark Open Data web site. The newest item is a gallery of 3D mapping applications. The new maps cover all four themes of the D-Hive: Census, Environment, Land Use and Transportation. Each of the seven maps allows the user to navigate the Region with a 3-dimensional view of the different categories of data displayed in a hex format.
First launched in July of 2020, MVRPC's D-Hive Initiative provides new data management & visualization system that takes advantage of a hexagonal cell pattern to integrate and combine different layers of regional geographic information.
For more information, visit MVRPC’s Geo-spark page at https://geospark-mvrpc.opendata.arcgis.com or contact Tom Harner, GIS Manager at tharner@mvrpc.org.
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Institute for Livable & Equitable Communities | |
MVRPC Team Participates in 2024 Tour de Gem hosted by United Way | |
Thank you for your generous donations to support the MVRPC team in this year's Tour de Gem. On August 31, 2024, Team MVRPC rode 21 miles from Day Air Ballpark to Beavercreek Station and back, all in support of the Institute for Livable & Equitable Communities.
Your contribution helps us focus on livability and equity by launching programs and transforming systems that create a community where everyone can thrive. If you haven’t donated yet, there’s still time to support and help us make an even greater impact.
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Regional Equity Initiative Sub-committee Kicks Off FY 2025 | |
On August 27, 2024, the Regional Equity Initiative (REI) Sub-committee hosted their kick-off meeting for FY 2025. The REI is a coordinated effort with member communities to address systemic inequalities by reforming institutions and closing gaps that impact underserved and minority populations. The Sub-committee, composed of regional stakeholders and equity advocates, guides this work across all nine domains of MVRPC’s Institute for Livable & Equitable Communities. The main focus this fiscal year is centered on building the region’s capacity to advance environmental justice, and we look forward to leveraging the talents and expertise of these local stakeholders and community leaders towards that end. Mark your calendars for our next meeting on Tuesday, November 26, 2024; access our Committee Center for details. | |
Grants and Funding Resources | |
On a monthly basis, MVRPC highlights 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:
- NAWCA 2024 US Small Grants– Deadline: October 10, 2024
- FY24 Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing)– Deadline: October 15, 2024
If you have any questions, please contact Kathryn Youra Polk at kyourapolk@mvrpc.org.
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Transformational Mixed-Use Development Program | The Ohio Department of Development is accepting applications for FY25 Transformational Mixed-Use Development Program. The program provides a tax credit for major mixed-use developments in Ohio to help finance new construction and/or improve vacant buildings. Applications are due October 4, 2024. For more information please visit the Transformational Mixed Used Development webpage or email transformational@development.ohio.gov. | |
Latest Updates on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law | |
Upcoming Notice of Funding Opportunity Announcements in 2024
In order to provide stakeholders with more visibility into upcoming funding opportunities, U.S. DOT publishes anticipated dates for upcoming Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) for programs within the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), as well as adjacent programs that support BIL and IRA objectives.
View the Grant Programs Calendar here: Key Notices of Funding Opportunity | US Department of Transportation.
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Please contact Savannah Diamond, MVRPC’s Assistant to the Executive Director at sdiamond@mvrpc.org or 937.223.6323 with your comments or questions about local and regional grant pursuits. | |
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 | |
2024 National Association of Regional Council’s Annual Executive Director's Conference & Exhibition in Dayton, OH | |
MVRPC with be hosting the next NARC conference right here in Dayton, Ohio October 6 – 9, 2024 at Marriott at the University of Dayton. We are seeking board and staff volunteers to assist in hosting the conference through leading tours of our communities, providing directions to off-site venues, and other opportunities. We want our guests to have an exceptional, memorable experience in Dayton. Please let Savannah or Brian know of your interest. | |
Passenger Rail Stakeholder Workshop | |
The Ohio Rail Development Commission (ORDC) is updating the Ohio’s State Rail Plan. The rail plan will help position Ohio for federal grant programs that can be used to fund freight rail infrastructure improvement projects. A copy of the last rail plan can be found State of Ohio Rail Plan Website. The plan will also help ORDC to update the vision, goals, and objectives that guide decisions regarding state-funded and state-sponsored rail projects. To obtain the input of key stakeholders, ORDC will be hosting virtual workshops, and would like to invite you to attend.
The Passenger Rail workshops will be held on the following dates:
- Friday, September 6, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
- Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
- Friday, September 20, 2024 at 10:30 a.m.
To RSVP, please contact Stephanie Eisenberg of WSP, the consultant helping us prepare the plan and coordinating the workshop. You can reach Stephanie directly at Stephanie.Eisenberg@wsp.com, (614) 408-4305. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach me directly at Timothy.Brown@dot.ohio.gov.
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MVRPC Meetings
Please check the agency calendar on mvrpc.org or contact Savannah Diamond at sdiamond@mvrpc.org for the status of your meeting.
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