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​Mount Ascutney Regional Commission (MARC) member towns include Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish, Chester, Ludlow, Reading, Springfield, Weathersfield, West Windsor, and Windsor.
Mount Ascutney Regional Commission advocates for the needs of our member towns and seeks collaborative strategies to address local, regional, and state opportunities and concerns.

One of our primary purposes is to provide technical services to town officials and to act as a resource for local governments. We help mediate inter-jurisdictional planning and development issues arising between member communities; facilitate discussion and understanding between local and state entities; and develop plans, policies, strategies, and procedures for addressing issues that are regional in scope.

Office Schedule

Most of our staff are still working remotely,
the office is usually open
​Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 PM
​Phone # 802-674-9201
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The office will be closed on the following holidays:
  • New Years Day
  • Martin Luther King Day 
  • President's Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • ​Juneteenth
  • Labor Day
  • Indigenous People’s Day 
  • Veteran’s Day 
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day after Thanksgiving 
  • Christmas Day
  • Day before or after Christmas 
Check out Springfield's New Website:
Springfield802.com

Surveys

MARC Road Users Safety Survey:
MARC SS4A Input Tool

Take a survey for State of Vermont Outdoors
Vermont Electric Power Company needs your input:
What is the Vermont Long-Range Transmission Plan, And why should you participate? 
The electric transmission system plays a critical role in powering Vermont’s communities. Electric transmission lines serve as electron highways, transporting electricity from generation sources to Vermont’s eighteen distribution utilities that then supply homes and businesses with the energy they need.
We value the input of Vermonters in shaping this plan and invite all who are interested in joining any of our four public outreach meetings. Your contributions will make the plan stronger and more reflective of Vermont's needs. We look forward to hearing from you and working together to ensure a reliable, resilient, and affordable energy future for Vermont.
For more information, go to: Vermont-long-range-transmission-plan

LATEST NEWS

A great way to say thank you!

Here is a great opportunity to support flood recovery in Vermont! 
Jennifer Kahn, a jeweler out of Burlington, VT, has designed a necklace for sale to the public with the proceeds benefitting the Long Term Recovery Groups (LTGR’s) around the state! 
(Necklace in photo is the silver style)
LTRG’s are our neighbors and friends, who volunteer their time to get people to immediate safety, find food and essential life services, temporary housing, and other needs after disasters. They are the first ones to knock on doors and the last ones to finish up work.

They work with FEMA, Vermont Emergency Management, State of Vermont, Red Cross, United Way and MANY others.  They receive NO federal funding and sporadic funding from the state of Vermont. The proceeds from the sales of these necklaces will assist the LTRG’s to continue to be there and be able to help Vermonters during and after disasters.
 
 Necklaces are available in Brass or Silver – see the links below:
In Brass: https://jenniferkahnjewelry.com/products/repairing-vermont-necklace-brass
In Silver: https://jenniferkahnjewelry.com/products/repairing-vermont-necklace-silver

Help Keep Vermont Trails Clean!

​Vermont Urban and Community Forestry is working with the Agency of Agriculture, Forests, Parks and Recreation, and the Vermont Trails and Greenways Council to raise awareness among trail users about how they can help reduce the spread of invasive forest pests.
 Our goal is to post the two flyers below at trailheads across Vermont. (Click on the links to see examples of the posters).
  
To request one or both 8.5 x 11 weatherproof trailhead flyers for your region’s trails:  
Flyer #1: “Clean Your Gear”
Encourages trail users to clean boots, gear, pets, and horses to prevent the spread of invasive species.
Why it matters: 
Flyer #2: “Help Spot Tree-of-Heaven” (primarily for paths in the open – bike paths, rail trails, etc…)
Helps users identify and report Tree-of-Heaven—an invasive tree and preferred host of the spotted lanternfly.
  • Tree-of-Heaven grows rapidly in open, disturbed areas, including rail corridors and trail edges. Of particular concern in Southern Vermont. 
  • The flyer includes photos and simple ID tips, plus instructions for reporting sightings to VTinvasives.org.
 Want more info? To view a short video about the campaign and the pests we’re focused on, visit: Arrive Clean, Leave Clean – VTinvasives.org
Thanks for caring for Vermont’s natural resources and recreation spaces!

Water Quality Enhancement Development, Design,
and Implementation Block Grant

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN
Date of Issuance: March 27, 2025
Application Deadline: May 1, 2025
Notification of Award: May 15, 2025

The New England Chapter Awards Program

The New England Chapter Awards Program recognizes the contributions of both past and current members who have and will continue to contribute to the advancement of the Chapter's mission.
Awards nominations are due by May 15th, 2025.  
Criteria for nomination can be found here.
Email nominations to Rich Benevento at [email protected]

Act 181 Summary & Community Engagement Plan

View the Act 181 & Community Engagement summary here.
Reach out to Erin Ladd with any questions.

Housing Resource Guide Available

The Windsor County Housing Resource Guide is now available. This guide serves as a resource for prospective and existing homeowners, contractors, and other interested parties.

View the Resource Guide here.
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Reach out to Erin Ladd with any questions!

MARC Comprehensive Safety Action Plan

Last year, MARC was awarded a Federal grant from US DOT to develop a comprehensive safety action plan with a goal and strategies to get to zero deaths on MARC roadways for all road users. As part of this effort, we have collected data on serious and fatal injuries on MARC roadways which you can see here: 
StoryMap: Mount Ascutney Safety Action Plan 

We would also like to know what the data doesn’t show, which is when and where you feel unsafe on MARC roadways. 
Survey: MARC SS4A Input Tool 

​Reach out to Logan with any questions. [email protected] 

Housing Snapshots & Resources

We’re excited to announce two new resources available on our website to support housing and community development!

First, explore our comprehensive Funding Resources chart, summarizing various housing funding opportunities, eligible project types, and key information to help you navigate available resources.

​Additionally, check out the new Housing Snapshots, featuring profiles for our 10 towns with detailed data on household demographics, housing trends, affordability, and more. These snapshots provide valuable insights to inform local planning and decision-making.
       Submit Your STIC Incentive Award Application!
​Do you have any innovative project ideas that could benefit VTrans? You have the opportunity to secure up to $125,000 in Federal funding for your project. Submit an application here: STIC Incentive Award Application.  
Applications will be reviewed by the STIC Executive Team, who will base their award selections on a project's alignment and fit with VTrans and FHWA goals and priorities. A final report is required upon completion of the project. 
Just Released: 2024-2025 LWCF Community Grant 

The Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) supports the development of public outdoor recreation opportunities across Vermont, with a focus on creating parks and open spaces, enhancing recreation areas and facilities, and protecting wilderness areas and forests.  This grant funds the acquisition of land for parks and public outdoor recreation, the development of new outdoor recreation facilities, and the renovation of existing facilities for outdoor recreation.

The timeline for the 2024-2025 LWCF community grant round is now available on FPR's website.  This grant round will open in October 2024.

Interested applicants can review the information and federal grant manual posted at https://fpr.vermont.gov/land-and-water-conservation-fund.  Additional resources, including all application materials, will be available online by October 2024. 
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