Northwest Hills Council of Governments

09/09/2020

https://northwesthillscog.org/2020/09/03/seeking-input-on-hazard-mitigation-plan/

NHCOG is asking for public participation in the planning process to make sure it addresses the needs of residents and visitors. There are a few opportunities for participation: • An interactive online Story Map has been designed to take residents through the hazard mitigation planning process and ...

07/06/2020

Summer weather is here! It's time to get out and enjoy the trails the region has to offer responsibly.

People of all ages always need natural places for recreation and restoration. These days though, a no-cost, “out of the house” experience for you or your fam...

06/26/2019

The Northwest Hills Council of Governments is seeking the services of a qualified transportation planning and engineering firm to conduct a Corridor Management Study of East Main Street (Route 202) in Torrington, Connecticut. Consultant services are required to address safety and congestions issues, transit system accessibility, pedestrian/bicycle mobility, and travel demand growth.

A detailed description of what is required is available from the NHCOG at [email protected] (860-491-9884).

The deadline for submission of qualification statements is 2:00PM on July 24, 2019.

05/30/2019

This weekend is National Trails Day!

Check out organized hikes on Connecticut Forest & Park Association's website (https://www.ctwoodlands.org/ct-trails-weekend-intro).

Or you can find a trail near you with our amazing & interactive regional Trails Map crafted by Housatonic Valley Association at https://arcg.is/1nHKSL

05/12/2019

Take heed! It's an absolutely gorgeous spring day. The trilliums are showing off, the morels are popping up. Get outside and enjoy!

Want some inspiration? Check out the Northwest Hills online trail map here: https://buff.ly/2E1bxdm or check out your local land trust. Many are having events today.

Thanks to the CT Northwest Hills Council of Governments and our very own master of all things GIS Stacy Deming!

11/19/2018

Looking to stretch your legs after the big feast this week or a fun family activity?

Check out our regional trails map to find family-friend hikes, unique destinations, or just a quick out and back in town.

http://northwesthillscog.org/nhcogtrails/

Northwest Hills Regional Trails                 Northwest Hills Regional Trails Connectivity Project    

10/23/2018

Last week, NHCOG staff presented at the Southern New England American Planning Association (SNEAPA) conference.

The sessions were on:

" Right-Sizing Affordable Housing Projects for Your Community"

This session will look at how affordable housing can be developed in small communities through partnerships. The Housing Connection Program of Connecticut provides technical support and works with community leaders to help develop affordable housing that is appropriately sized for the community. "

and

"Local Resiliency - How Connecticut Towns are Tackling Climate Change Through Councils of Governments"

Regardless of size or location, municipalities should increase their resiliency as the climate continues to change. Projects do not need to be overly complicated or expensive to deliver effective results. Learn about three projects conducted by Connecticut councils of governments including a Critical Infrastructure Vulnerability Study, Community Rating System Programs, and a Rural Resiliency Vision and Toolkit that increased local resiliency."

Thank you for the opportunity to share NHCOG projects, highlight our partners, and to hear about many wonderful projects throughout the New England region.

10/22/2018

Big Congratulations are in order! We wish to congratulate the town of Roxbury, which achieved Bronze certification from Sustainable CT this fall!



Learn more about their sustainability actions at:

Roxbury was certified on October 03, 2018 with 200 points. Listed below is information regarding Roxbury’s Sustainable CT efforts and materials associated with the applicant’s certified actions.