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Capital Corridor Community Bikeshare Request for Proposals
CVRPC is requesting proposals for production of a scoping study to identify alternatives, issues and costs and provide recommendations related to construction of a community operated bikeshare, funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration and the Cities of Barre and Montpelier, through the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) Municipal Assistance Section (MAS). Date Due: February 4th, 2026 at 5:00PM
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Northern Border Regional Commission’s (NBRC) Catalyst Program
The NBRC is now open for the 2026 Spring Round, offering a major regional funding opportunity to support economic growth and rural vitality across Vermont and the Northern Border region. The Catalyst Program supports a wide range of economic development and community infrastructure projects, including investments in public water and wastewater systems, transportation infrastructure, workforce development facilities and programs, outdoor recreation and tourism, and childcare and healthcare facilities, as well as projects that strengthen downtowns and village centers. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and regional planning agencies. The program is designed to help communities advance transformational projects that create jobs, expand housing and infrastructure capacity, and strengthen long-term economic competitiveness. For the 2026 round, pre-applications and waiver requests are due by February 27, 2026, and selected applicants will be invited to submit full applications by April 17, 2026. Projects are evaluated based on regional economic impact, readiness, and alignment with state and federal development priorities. Communities and partners in the Central Vermont Region interested in pursuing a Catalyst project are encouraged to begin planning early and to contact the CVRPC for assistance in developing strong, competitive proposals. (Eli Toohey – toohey@cvregion.com)Learn more about the program, deadlines, and application materials here: https://www.nbrc.gov/content/Catalyst
Department of Libraries’ Public Facilities Preservation Initiative Grant
The Department of Libraries’ Public Facilities Preservation Initiative Grant is a funding opportunity focused specifically on critical building repairs and accessibility improvements for libraries. Climate & Energy Planner Sam Lash @ CVRPC is here to help you learn more about this program. develop your project, and/or apply – lash@cvregion.com Highlighted below is key information and a link to a webinar with more details.
The application process is open and will close at 11:59pm on March 31, 2026. Applicants can find the link to the application, application and rubric worksheets, and guidance from the Department about this grant online: https://libraries.vermont.gov/capitalprojectgrants/public-facilities-preservation
Eligibility: Project Scope
Critical Repairs:
- building system repairs or replacement (HVAC+);
- building envelope repairs;
- structural repairs.
Accessibility Improvements:
- internal or external ramps,
- lifts,
- accessible restrooms.
Eligibility: Library
- all of our regional libraries (municipal, incorporated, community) are eligible under 22 V.S.A §101 as public libraries; none are located within the FEMA regulatory floodway (red hatch marks on the ANR Atlas, which is more narrow than the Special Flood Hazard Area the blue zones within the ANR Atlas)
- Minimum Hours per 1986 Minimum Standards for VT Public Libraries:
- open at least 14 hours/week
- open at least 5 evening or weekend hours
- open at least 50 weeks/year
Project Completion December 31, 2028.
Funded via: 2023 Economic Initiative Community Project Funding Programs administered by US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Webinar with Details: Public Facilities Preservation Initiative Grants for Small, Rural Public Libraries in Vermont (HUD)
2026 Climate Economy Resilient Communities
VCRD's Climate Economy Resilient Communities program seeks to support the hard work of Vermonters. For anyone interested in learning more or has questions about applying please join us for an informational session on Wednesday, January 14th from noon-12:30pm. Register here (all registrants will get a link to the recorded session). The deadline for this year's application round has been extended to February 2nd. Feel free to contact Laura Cavin Bailey, Climate Economy Program Director, at laura@vtrural.org or (802) 234-1646 with any questions.
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