The Commission decided it was important to re-visit our regional land use plan...

Valley Development Council Approved by VDC meeting on January 1, 2008 Mission: To promote and advocate for smart growth housing and land use strategies in the Pioneer Valley including the development of an array of housing options. Members: Representatives from diverse areas of expertise including architecture, building trades, community development, housing, municipal planning, real estate, land conservation and many others who are interested in working together on targeted implementation of the smart growth strategies outlined in Valley Vision 2.  Growing smarter requires a multidisciplinary approach and a multidisciplinary team. Members List (pdf) Current Goals: Advocacy • Promote local commuter rail. • Advocate for state zoning reform. • Support a long term funding strategy for the state’s Chapter 40R Smart Growth Zoning program. Communications & Marketing • Bring interesting speakers and events to the Pioneer Valley that promote the strategies contained in Valley Vision 2. • Identify pilot projects to implement smart growth strategies; assist in the development of a small grant program for implementation projects. • Identify and implement important components of a successful public outreach campaign for Valley Vision 2. • Continue to support the Smart Growth Awards program Education/Training Sponsor workshops on specific implementation strategies. For more information regarding the Valley Development Council, please contact Chris Curtis at chcurtis@pvpc.org February 2008 Newsletter (pdf)