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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

We want to hear from you!

Make your voice count on behalf of the health of your family, friends and neighbors. 
       All survey information is anonymous.

Please click here to take the survey.

​Thank you for taking the time to tell us what issues are most important for the health of our community! The more people who answer the survey the better information we will have for directing our actions to improve the health and well-being of our community.

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

Community Health Survey

The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) has announced their 2025 Vermont Community Leadership Summit: Communities in Action! The event will take place on Monday, August 11th at Vermont State University in Randolph, Vermont.
 
Join hundreds of community builders from across the state to gain skills and cultivate connections for a vibrant future. Workshops, panels, and networking sessions will explore how we work together to get things done, even when times are tough and resources are limited. There will be many topics to choose from including this year’s optional Participation Pathways: Community Leadership Skills; Arts and Culture: Building Community, Solving Problems; From Idea to Action; or Navigating Change and Uncertainty.
 
All who want to support their community and the future of the state are welcome and encouraged to attend! Visit vtrural.org/summit to learn more.

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

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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