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Connecticut
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Rhode Island
Connecticut
Clean
Water Action
Clean
Water Action: Connecticut,
http://www.cleanwateraction.org/ct/index.htm
Description: Clean Water Action is a national citizens' organization working for clean, safe and affordable water, prevention of health-threatening pollution, creation of environmentally-safe jobs and businesses, and empowerment of people to make democracy work.
Topics: Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Connecticut
Conference of Municipalities
Connecticut
Conference of Municipalities,
http://www.ccm-ct.org/
Description: The Connecticut Conference of Municipalities is Connecticut's association of cities and towns. CCM provides member cities and towns with a wide array of other services, including management assistance, individualized inquiry service, assistance in municipal labor relations, technical assistance and training, policy development, research and analysis, publications, information programs, and service programs such as workers' compensation, liability-automobile-property, risk management, energy cost containment, and revenue collection assistance.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Healthy Communities, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Connecticut
State Judicial Branch
Court
Opinions,
http://www.jud.state.ct.us/external/supapp/aro.htm#Supreme
Description:
The Connecticut Judicial Branch website provides public access to Supreme
Court and Appellate Court opinions prior to their publication in the Connecticut
Law Journal. The "officially released" date that appears near
the beginning of each opinion is the date the opinion will be published
in the Connecticut Law Journal or the date it was released as a slip opinion.
A searchable archive of court opinions is also available.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Connecticut
State Library
General
Statutes of Connecticut,
http://www.cslib.org/psaindex.htm
Description:
The Legislative Commissioners' Office is responsible for compiling the
General Statutes of Connecticut and publishing a printed edition every
other year. The browseable version of the General Statutes of Connecticut
is the electronic version of the printed volumes and is also prepared
under our direction.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Bureau
of Natural Resources Programs,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/burnatr/prgactiv.htm
Description:
A listing of the programs of the Bureau of Natural Resources of the DEP.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Bureau
of Water Management,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/wtr/index.htm
Description:
The mission of the Bureau of Water Management is to protect and restore
the State's surface, ground waters, water related resources to protect
public water supply, human health and safety, hazard mitigation, river
restoration, preserve and enhance water based recreation, propagation
of fish and aquatic life, and the natural character and economic well
being of the State.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Grant
Award Programs,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/business/grantprograms.htm
Description:
A List of various DEP grants and the contacts for those grants.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Green
Circle Award Program,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/pao/grncrc/greencircle.htm
Description:
The DEP established the GreenCircle Award program to recognize businesses,
institutions, individuals and civic organizations who have undertaken
pollution prevention, waste reduction or other projects promoting natural
resource conservation and environmental awareness. To date, more than
600 awards have been granted to businesses, institutions, individuals
and civic organizations for their involvement in over 850 projects.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Greenways,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/earthday/edgreenways.htm
Description:
Greenways are linear open spaces which can: provide corridors for the
migration of birds and wildlife; become trails for non-motorized transportation
or recreation, such as hiking, biking, horseback riding or roller blading;
buffer rivers, streams, ridgelines, and other natural features; protect
scenic vistas or preserve cultural and historic resources; and connect
existing areas of open land or recreational trails from town to town or
state to state. There are many greenways in Connecticut. Each year, the
DEP awards small grants of up to $5000 to municipalities, regional planning
organizations, and non-profit groups for greenway projects. Eligible activities
will include planning and design work, placement of signs, informational
and educational materials, and other non-construction activities.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Environmental Protection
Office
of Long Island Sound Programs,
http://www.dep.state.ct.us/olisp/index.htm
Description:
The Office of Long Island Sound Programs administers and coordinates programs
within the Department of Environmental Protection which have an impact
on Long Island Sound and related coastal lands and waters. The Office
undertakes long-range planning for Long Island Sound and is directly responsible
for the implementation, oversight and enforcement of the state's coastal
management and coastal permit authorities and provides technical and financial
assistance to state and local government agencies.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Department
of Health
Source
Water Assessment Program,
http://www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/water/SWAP/swap.htm
Description:
One provision of the Amendments, the Source Water Assessment Program or
SWAP for short, calls for the assessment and protection of all public
drinking water supply sources throughout the United States. Here in Connecticut,
the Department of Public Health (DPH), working in partnership with the
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), is making every effort to
ensure that the state's SWAP program is tailored to conditions and needs
specific to Connecticut's drinking water sources, which include of hundred's
of water supply aquifers and reservoirs located throughout the state.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Municipal
Public Access Initiative
Municipal
Public Access Initiative,
http://www.munic.state.ct.us/
Description:
The Municipality Websites Page is intended to be a comprehensive listing
of Municipally designated Official Websites as are available for the 169
towns and cities in Connecticut.
Topics: Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Natural
Resource Conservation Service - USDA
Connecticut
NRCS,
http://www.ct.nrcs.usda.gov/
Description:
NRCS soil conservationists, soil scientists, agronomists, ecologists,
engineers, planners, and other specialists promote land stewardship by
providing technical assistance through teams to address surface and groundwater
quality; wetlands, riparian areas, and biodiversity; aquatic and terrestrial
habitat; and impacts of landuse changes. NRCS teams work on all of a state's
landscapes: agricultural, wetlands and riparian areas, suburban, rural,
urban centers, and forested.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Pomeraug
River Watershed Coalition
Pomeraug
River Watershed Coalition,
http://www.pomperaug.org/aboutthecoalition.html
Description:
The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition was formed by residents of Bethlehem,
Woodbury, and Southbury, CT in 1999 to protect the quality and quantity
of water in the Pomperaug Watershed--a 90 square mile area that provides
both water and recreational opportunities for thousands of residents.
The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition is working to create a partnership
between local governments, businesses, environmental organizations and
private citizens and regional, state and federal agencies to insure the
health and vibrancy of the Pomperaug Watershed.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Intergovernmental Cooperation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Rivers
Alliance of Connecticut
Rivers
Alliance of Connecticut,
http://www.riversalliance.org/
Description:
Rivers Alliance seeks to protect Connecticut's rivers, streams, and watersheds
by: coordinating the efforts of the state's many river and watershed groups;
supporting and providing resources to local river conservation organizations
and activists; encouraging supportive state laws, regulations, and programs
regarding water allocation, watershed planning, and river protection;
and providing speakers, holding conferences, and creating informational
materials on the importance of river preservation and restoration.
Topics: Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Smart
Growth Network
Connecticut
Smart Growth News Articles,
http://www.smartgrowth.org/news/bystate.asp?state=CT&res=800
Description: Listing of news articles relating to smart growth issues in a specific state.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
State
Office of Policy and Management
Environmental
Policy Act Overview,
http://www.opm.state.ct.us/pdpd3/physical/CEPA/overview.htm
Description:
The purpose of the Connecticut Environmental Policy Act (CEPA) is to identify
and evaluate the impacts of proposed state actions which may significantly
affect the environment. This evaluation provides the decision maker with
information necessary for deciding whether or not to proceed with the
project. The process also provides opportunity for public review and comment.
Topics: Land Preservation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Town
of Somers
Town
of Somers Land Use,
http://town.somers.ct.us/landuse/
Description:
On these pages you will find listings and information for all boards and
commissions dealing with land use and development in our Town.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
Connecticut
GIS User to User Network,
http://ctgis.uconn.edu/
Description: The Connecticut GIS User to User Network is a voluntary association of individuals and organizations that use GIS-based technologies and data in their day-to-day operations. The Network's purpose is to connect users through workshops, meetings and the Internet to share ideas, to learn about GIS activities, to explore collaborative opportunities and to discover information resources - all of which will promote a dynamic and innovative community of Connecticut GIS users.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
Connecticut
Sea Grant,
http://www.seagrant.uconn.edu/
Description: Connecticut Sea Grant (CTSG) collaborates with maritime industries and coastal communities to identify needs, and fund research, outreach, and educational activities that have special relevance to Connecticut and Long Island Sound. Our mission is to foster wise use and conservation of our coastal and marine resources.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
GeoSpatial
Technology Program,
http://clear.uconn.edu/geospatial/default.htm
Description: The GeoSpatial Technology Program provides technical education and training outside the traditional academic environment. The program's goal is to help municipal land use officials, staff and commission members understand and apply geospatial information technologies to help solve local land use problems and to develop environmentally sensitive land use plans.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
Home
and Garden Education Center,
http://www.canr.uconn.edu/garden/
Description: The goal of the UConn Home & Garden Education Center is to be a highly respected and visible educational outreach program to the citizens of Connecticut. The Center is designed to meet the needs of an increasingly sophisticated audience by providing accurate, thorough and timely information on a wide variety of issues including: home horticulture, entomology, food safety, drinking water, septic system management, family financial management, soil testing, lead poisoning and indoor air quality.
Topics: Water/Sewer, What You Can Do
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
MAGIC:
Map and Geographic Information Center,
http://mapserver.lib.uconn.edu/magic
Description: MAGIC is an on-line library of digital geo-spatial data. MAGIC is the University of Connecticut, Homer Babbidge Library's Map And Geographic Information Center.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
University
of Connecticut
NEMO:
Nonpoint Education for Municipal Officials,
http://nemo.uconn.edu/
Description: An educational program for local land use officials that addresses the relationship of land use to natural resource protection.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Healthy Communities, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
CT Dept of Environmental Protection
Environmental Land Use Restrictions, www.dep.state.ct.us
Description: Guidelines for Environmental Land use.
Topics: land preservation, planning&zoning, fiscal impact/taxation, ag&rural change, water, housing, healthy communities
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
American Farmland Trust
Conservation options for CT farmland, www.farmland.org
Description: A guide for landowners, land trusts and municipalities.
Topics: land preservation, planning&zoning, fiscal impact/taxation, ag&rural change, water, housing, healthy communities
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
National Park Service
River Dynamics and Erosion, www.crjc.org
Description: Stabilization of your stream --or notÂ….
Topics: land preservation, water, planning&zoning, historic preservation, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
NPS
Streambank stabilization for Conn river watershed, www.crjc.org
Description: How to stabilize streambeds in the Conn River Watershed.
Topics: land preservation, water, planning&zoning, historic preservation, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
NPS
Prioritizing Erosion sites for Restoration , www.crjc.org
Description: Why control erosion along the conn river.
Topics: land preservation, water, planning&zoning, historic preservation, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
MD Dept of Planning
Big Box Retail Development, www.mdp.state.md.us/
Description: Impact, regulation and implications of big-box store development.
Topics: land preservation, planning&zoning, water, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities, ag&rural change
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Trust for Public Land
Protecting land to safeguard CONN water , www.tpl.org
Description: All about water and protecting it, a tool box for Conn.
Topics: land preservation, water, planning&zoning, housing, transportation, healthy communities, ag&rural change
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Trust for Public Land
Connecticut: A legacy of land, www.tpl.org
Description: Annual report on protection of open space.
Topics: land preservation, planning&zoning, water, transportation, housing, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities, ag&rural change
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
USDA
Collaboration in Partnerships: Watershed initiative, ftp-fc.sc.egov.usda.gov
Description: Norwalk River walk watershed initiative.
Topics: land preservation, planning&zoning, water, fiscal impact/taxation, healthy communities, ag&rural change
Jurisdiction: Connecticut
Delaware
Clean
Water Action
Clean
Water Action: Delaware,
http://www.cleanwateraction.org/de/index.htm
Description: Clean Water Action is a national citizens' organization working for clean, safe and affordable water, prevention of health-threatening pollution, creation of environmentally-safe jobs and businesses, and empowerment of people to make democracy work.
Topics: Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Audubon Society
Delaware
Audubon Society,
http://www.delawareaudubon.org/
Description: Incorporated in 1977, the Delaware Audubon Society is a statewide chapter of the National Audubon Society. Delaware Audubon is dedicated to developing a better appreciation of our natural environment and working for species and habitat conservation.
Topics: Land Preservation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Center for the Inland Bays
Delaware
Center for the Inland Bays,
http://www.inlandbays.org/
Description: The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays was established as a nonprofit organization in 1994 under the auspices of the Inland Bays Watershed Enhancement Act (Title 7, Chapter 76). The mission of the Center for the Inland Bays is to promote the wise use and enhancement of the Inland Bays and their watersheds.
Topics: Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Geographic Data Committee
Delaware
Geographic Data Committee,
http://www.state.de.us/planning/coord/dgdc/index.htm
Description:
The Delaware Geographic Data Committee is a cooperative effort among state
agencies, the University of Delaware, county and municipal governments,
and others to build a Delaware GIS Community and improve the coordination
of the use of GIS and spatial data in Delaware.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Intergovernmental Cooperation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Nature Society
Delaware
Nature Society,
http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/
Description: The Delaware Nature Society is a private, non-profit membership organization that fosters understanding, appreciation, and enjoyment of the natural world through education; preserves ecologically significant areas; and advocates stewardship and conservation of natural resources.
Topics: Land Preservation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Rural Water Association
Delaware
Rural Water Association,
http://www.drwa.org/
Description: The DRWA Mission: To improve the quality of utility services for rural Delaware while protecting our natural resources. To accomplish this mission, and to protect the quality of life in rural Delaware, the Delaware Rural Water Association was incorporated in 1990 as a non-profit association.
Topics: Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
State Courts and Orders
Court
Opinions and Orders,
http://courts.state.de.us/Opinions/(1233arvs105twzvg51mz0g30)/List.aspx
Description: A listing with links to court decisions.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
State Government
Delaware
Administrative Code,
http://www.delcode.state.de.us/
Description: The Delaware Administrative Code is a topically oriented compilation of all regulations in effect. Administrative regulations have the force and effect of law. They effect each Delawareans daily life from the water we drink, to the air we breathe as well as many other topics.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Fiscal Impact/Taxation, Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Delaware
Stream Watch
Delaware
Stream Watch,
http://www.delawarenaturesociety.org/nrc/SW/aboutstreamwatch.htm
Description: Delaware Stream Watch is a grassroots volunteer waterway protection program focusing on citizen involvement through monitoring, education, and advocacy. Stream Watch is co-sponsored by the Delaware Nature Society and the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Control (DNREC), representing a unique partnership of government, environmental interests, and industry.
Topics: Water/Sewer, What You Can Do
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Department
of Agriculture
Nutrient
Management Program,
http://www.state.de.us/deptagri/nutrients/index.htm
Description: The mission of the Nutrient Management Program is to manage those activities involving the generation and application of nutrients in order to help maintain and improve the quality of Delaware's ground and surface waters and to help meet or exceed federally mandated water quality standards, in the interest of the overall public welfare.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Department
of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
Division
of Soil and Water Conservation,
http://www.dnrec.state.de.us/dnrec2000/Divisions/Soil/Soil.htm
Description: The Division of Soil and Water Conservation is responsible for preserving and protecting the state's soil, water and coastal resources by managing the state's shoreline, coastal zone and navigable waterways, by regulating coastal and urban land use and construction activities and by promoting wise agricultural land management practices.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Land Preservation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Department
of Natural Resources and Environmental Control
Division
of Water Resources,
http://www.dnrec.state.de.us/water2000/
Description: The Division of Water Resources manages and protects water resources through various regulatory programs by providing technical assistance, laboratory services, and educational services; performing applied research; and helping finance water pollution control measures.
Topics: Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Department
of Transportation
Stormwater
Safety,
http://www.deldot.net/static/Community_programs_services/stormwater/index.html
Description:
Welcome to the DelDOT guide to Stormwater Safety. Here you will find what
we are doing to keep our waterways clean and what you in the community
can do to help.
Topics: Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Farm
Service Agency - USDA
Farm
Service Agency,
http://www.fsa.usda.gov/de
Description:
Stabilizing farm income, helping farmers conserve land and water resources,
providing credit to new or disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, and helping
farm operations recover from the effects of disaster are the missions
of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency (FSA).
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Land Preservation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Green
Delaware
Green
Delaware,
http://www.greendel.org/index.site
Description: Green Delaware is a grassroots organization concerned with environmental and public health issues in Delaware and surrounding states. We advocate policies consistent with good health, preservation of biodiversity, and long term sustainability.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Natural
Resource Conservation Service - USDA
Delaware
NRCS,
http://www.de.nrcs.usda.gov/
Description:
NRCS soil conservationists, soil scientists, agronomists, ecologists,
engineers, planners, and other specialists promote land stewardship by
providing technical assistance through teams to address surface and groundwater
quality; wetlands, riparian areas, and biodiversity; aquatic and terrestrial
habitat; and impacts of landuse changes. NRCS teams work on all of a state's
landscapes: agricultural, wetlands and riparian areas, suburban, rural,
urban centers, and forested.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Healthy Communities, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Delaware
Smart
Growth Network
Delaware
Smart Growth News Articles,
http://www.smartgrowth.org/news/bystate.asp?state=DE&res=800
Description: Listing of news articles relating to smart growth issues in a specific state.
Topics: Healthy Communities, Historic Preservation, Housing, Land Preservation, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
DataMIL,
http://datamil.udel.edu/
Description:
The Delaware Data Mapping and Integration Laboratory (DataMIL) is an interactive,
on-line collaboratory to aid decision-makers at the federal, state, county,
and local government levels. Delaware citizens can create maps and download
GIS data of any location in Delaware as well as take part in maintenance
of our state's geographic information.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer, What You Can Do With Others
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Delaware
Geological Survey,
http://www.udel.edu/dgs/index.html
Description:
The Delaware Geological Survey's mission is, by statute, geologic and
hydrologic research and exploration, and dissemination of information
through publication and public service.
Topics: Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Delaware
Spatial Data Clearinghouse,
http://gis.smith.udel.edu/fgdc2/clearinghouse/
Description:
The Delaware Spatial Data Clearinghouse supports the coordination efforts
of the Delaware Geographic Data Committee (DGDC) and the State Mapping
Advisory Committee (SMAC). Data and documentation (metadata) have been
contributed primarily by State and local government agencies. We welcome
and encourage contributions from all data producers - public, private,
and individuals.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Delaware
Water Resources Center,
http://ag.udel.edu/dwrc/
Description:
The DWRC is a member of the National Institutes of Water Resources (NIWR).
We receive funding from USGS through Section 104 of the Water Resources
Research Act of 1984. These funds support our efforts to work actively
with other universities, agencies and organizations in Delaware to develop
a statewide program designed to resolve state and regional water related
problems.
Topics: Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Land
Use Planning,
http://www.ipa.udel.edu/topics/land-use.html
Description:
The Institute for Public Administration provides a range of planning services
to Delaware's municipalities, as well as to other governmental and civic
organizations. These services include land-use planning, land-use regulations
and ordinances, water and wastewater infrastructure issues, transportation
planning, planning process training, local governance capacity reviews,
and mapping assistance.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Nutrient
Management,
http://www.rec.udel.edu/nutrient/index.html
Description:
Information about the extension service certificate program in nutrient
management.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
SeaGrant
Program,
http://www.ocean.udel.edu/seagrant/index.html
Description:
Since the University of Delaware was designated the nation's ninth Sea
Grant College in 1976, our goal has been to promote the wise use, conservation,
and management of marine and coastal resources through high-quality research,
education, and outreach activities that benefit the public and the environment.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Spatial
Analysis Lab,
http://www.udel.edu/FREC/spatlab/
Description:
The Spatial Analysis Lab conducts teaching and research programs integrating
geographic information systems, remote sensing and spatial statistics
for natural resource management.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Planning/Zoning, Transportation, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
University
of Delaware
Water
Resources Agency,
http://www.wr.udel.edu/
Description:
The UDWRA's mission is to provide water resources and watershed policy
and technical assistance to governments in Delaware and the Delaware Valley
through the University's public service, education, and research role.
Topics: Planning/Zoning, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware
USDA
Rural Development
Delaware
Rural Development,
http://www.rurdev.usda.gov/de/
Description: USDA Rural Development's goal is to help all rural Delaware residents improve their quality of life. We do this by offering a variety of programs to assist rural leaders, business owners and citizens address important issues their community is facing.
Topics: Ag & Rural Change, Housing, Water/Sewer
Jurisdiction: Delaware