Regional Brownfields Partnership of West Central CT

02/25/2026

Just in! We published the winter edition of the Regional Brownfields Partnership (RBP) newsletter.

Read about the team's insights on active brownfield projects and funding opportunities.

Read the newsletter at https://us12.campaign-archive.com/?u=74dd6f0ac53c6cbb0c5034134&id=e5cf5bcaaf.

Subscribe to receive quarterly updates at https://bit.ly/subscribe-nvcog.

10/28/2025

Join NVCOG for a day of networking, knowledge sharing, and a renewed commitment to revitalization.

During our Annual Meeting, professionals gather to discuss revitalizing brownfield sites. Join us for insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and expert speakers. This year, we're focusing on innovative strategies and success stories in brownfield redevelopment. Don't miss this chance to connect with peers and stay updated on best practices in the field.

Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Clocktown Brewing Company, 135 South Main St, Thomaston, CT

Food and refreshments will be provided. Register on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-brownfields-partnership-annual-meeting-tickets-1747631285219?aff=oddtdtcreator.

This meeting is open to: All Regional Brownfields Partnership members, public and private stakeholders, and brownfield enthusiasts.

08/07/2025

Our summer newsletter is out now! Read about the team’s insights on active brownfield projects and funding opportunities. Click here: https://bit.ly/4mqoRdO.

07/11/2025

A boost in funding is set to be allocated to clean up two Shelton brownfields sites for 120+ apartments, retail, and a parking garage. Read the full article by the CTPOST.

https://www.ctpost.com/politics/article/connecticut-brownfield-cleanup-program-housing-20759824.php.

The state has budgeted $80 million for brownfield cleanups in the two-year budget that took effect July 1.

06/30/2025

This morning, NVCOG Executive Director Rick Dunne joined Governor Ned Lamont, Mayor Lauretti, and DECD Deputy Commissioner Matt Pugliese in Shelton to announce a $2,975,500 state grant awarded to NVCOG.

This grant will fund the remediation of the former Chromium Processing Site, Axton Cross, and Cel'Lastik Site, paving the way for two new developments featuring more than 120 units of housing, retail space, and a parking garage.

Office of Governor Ned Lamont

05/22/2025

NVCOG has been awarded $2 million in supplemental funding from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to further its mission of transforming contaminated and underutilized properties into thriving community assets.

This new funding will expand NVCOG’s successful Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Program, allowing the agency to provide additional sub grants and low-interest loans to municipalities and developers across its Regional Brownfields Partnership (RBP).

Read the press releases for the full story!
https://nvcogct.gov/press-release-nvcog-to-receive-2-million-in-epa-brownfield-grants-to-advance-regional-revitalization/

04/25/2025

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03/26/2025

Join NVCOG, EPA, UConn Technical Assistance to Brownfields (TAB), CT DEEP, and other regional partners for a morning of brownfields discussion! There will be brief presentations on brownfields funding, available services, and success stories - as well as time for Q&A and networking.

Date: Friday, April 25, 2025

Time: 9 AM - 12 PM

Location: Naugatuck Valley Community College, Tech Hall Dining Room 750 Chase Pkwy, Waterbury, CT 06708

Light refreshments will be served.

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nvcog-brownfields-roundtable-tickets-1284239728599?aff=oddtdtcreator

02/27/2025

The NVCOG published the winter edition of the Regional Brownfields Partnership newsletter. 🌱

Read about the team’s insights on active brownfield projects and funding opportunities. Click here: https://bit.ly/41AFeNE.

02/13/2025

The Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) has announced an additional $25 million in available funding for Remediation and Limited Assessment grants, Assessment-Only grants, and Targeted Brownfield Development Loans. Applications are due by Friday, March 7, 2025 at noon with anticipated award announcements in June/July 2025. Click here to view the Notice of Funding: https://bit.ly/4gDTl94

Please reach out to NVCOG if you are seeking assistance with your brownfield submission (Assessment and/or Remediation). Contact Ricardo Rodriguez at [email protected].

12/17/2024

Big plans are in underway for expanding the Brass City Harvest Food Hub in Waterbury! 🌱 With a greenhouse, urban gardens, and a pavilion in the works, this project will bring fresh food and community spaces to the South End. Funding is still needed — learn more about this exciting development.

https://www.rep-am.com/localnews/2024/12/16/city-eyes-expansion-for-food-hub/

WATERBURY - Plans for the expansion of the Brass City Harvest known as the food hub are continuing with designs to expand along the Mad River down to South Main Street to include a greenhouse, a support building and an open pavilion. While designs for the project were recommended by the City Plan