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EDA Funding to Develop the CEDS
The US Economic Development Administration (EDA) recently awarded PlanRVA Local Technical Assistance program funding to support the development of an updated Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the Richmond region. Over the next year, PlanRVA will use the grant funds to develop an updated economic development strategy document across the nine PlanRVA member localities. The…
Building a Foundation for Housing Affordability: Key Takeaways from PlanRVA Day 2024
PlanRVA Day: Housing Panel Discussion Building a Foundation for Housing Affordability: Key Takeaways from PlanRVA Day 2024 Panelists and stakeholders shared insights and expertise during the “Housing for All” session at PlanRVA Day, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in addressing this critical issue. The discussion centered around the need for a comprehensive approach to affordable…
Leveraging data to disrupt poverty
PlanRVA Day 2024 Data Panel discussion. PlanRVA Day: Leveraging data to disrupt poverty Nonprofit data experts joined forces for a discussion on opportunities to support economic and social mobility during PlanRVA Day on June 13. Earlier this year, the Richmond region was selected as one of 26 localities across the United States to join the…
Public engagement through the local media
PlanRVA Day 2024 Media Panel discussion. Our team recently organized the second annual PlanRVA Day on June 13 – an action-packed afternoon of learning, networking and collaborating. We’re sharing recaps of the discussions over the coming days. Four local journalists shared insights into how they report on the news, the future of journalism, and best…
Cool Lane Commons: A Collaborative Community Win
Regional Members gather for the ribbon cutting at Cool Lane Commons Virginia Supportive Housing (VSH) has completed the ambitious Cool Lane Commons project, which converted the former Seven Hills Health Care Center into supportive housing for people earning less than 50% of the average median income and experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness. Attended by dozens…
Community outreach for climate action plan
Downtown view of Richmond city We hope you’ll share feedback for the region’s Comprehensive Climate Action Plan – a roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout Central Virginia. A new survey is open until June 28 to submit your ideas. Known as the CCAP, the plan represents the next phase of the Climate Pollution…
Funding for Affordable Housing: Oak Grove Townhomes
Sketch of the design for the Oak Grove Townhomes We’re excited to announce that Governor Younkin has recommended the Maggie Walker Community Land Trust Oak Grove Townhomes project for funding from the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC). This project will build affordable housing on the south side of Richmond. SCRC will finalize approval of these…
First phase of EPA’s Climate Reduction Grants Program
Sunset in a field of flowers PlanRVA completed the Priority Climate Action Plan, (PCAP), on March 1st, 2024, as part of the first phase of U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) program. The CPRG program provides funding to states, local governments, Tribes, and territories to develop and implement plans for reducing…
Welcome to Our New Members!
Richmond Regional Map We are excited to welcome new members to the Richmond Regional Planning District Commission (PlanRVA), the Central Virginia Transportation Authority and the Richmond Regional Transportation Planning Organization Policy Board! Please see the CVTA and RRTPO sections below for information about new members to those organizations! New Commissioners: Chris Bast, Henrico County Citizen…