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Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC)
Government Relations
Portage, Indiana 1,467 followers
About us
The Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC) is a regional council of local governments serving the citizens of Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties in Northwest Indiana. NIRPC provides a forum that enables the citizens of Northwest Indiana to address regional issues relating to transportation, the environment, and community & economic development. NIRPC has a six-fold mission: - To serve as Northwest Indiana’s metropolitan planning organization and act as the designated recipient for certain transportation funding; To generate meaningful dialogue and cooperation on issues of common concern; - To contribute to the development of a common vision pertaining to Northwest Indiana’s future; - To provide a forum in which elected officials and other decision-makers can develop and implement solutions to regional problems; To create opportunities for partnership between the public and private sectors; and - To provide a common voice for Northwest Indiana in its communications with the state and the federal government. This mission is achieved through the performance of seven core functions: - The identification and framing of issues of concern; - Advocacy; - The identification of potential funding sources and the pursuit of funding; - Project planning, plan implementation, programming, and coordination; - Participation in partnerships; - Sub-grantee administration; and - The direct provision of technical services, data, and other resources. The seven functions pertain to coordinated planning & programming for the region in the areas of: - Transportation, - The environment, and - Economic development. The Northwest Indiana region is part of the U.S. Census Bureau’s Chicago Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). NIRPC, as a recipient of federal funds, is subject to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Title VI prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability.
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https://www.nirpc.org
External link for Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC)
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- Government Relations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Portage, Indiana
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- Government Agency
Locations
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6100 Southport Rd
Portage, Indiana 46368, US
Employees at Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission (NIRPC)
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Ann Weitgenant
Transportation Programming and Compliance Specialist
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Mitch Barloga, AICP
Active Transportation Manager, NW Indiana MPO
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Jennifer Birchfield
Experienced and effective natural resources, urban community forestry, and communication professional
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Mary Thorne
Administrative Assistant
Updates
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Just last week, the Crown Point Community Foundation, Porter County Community Foundation and the Unity Foundation secured a $20 million in Lilly Endowment grant to help make the Lake Michigan shoreline more accessible to both residents and visitors to our Region. Several projects have been proposed to facilitate with this goal under the banner "NWI Thrive." The landmark project will involve bicycle and pedestrian connections to the beach and downtown districts from the Marquette Greenway and various South Shore Line stations.
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Just this month, NIRPC was pleased to announce that we have been awarded $400,000 from the federal Safe Streets and Road for All (SS4A) program! NIRPC will use these funds to produce the Northwest Indiana Regional Safety Action Plan. The SS4A program funds regional, local, and Tribal initiatives through grants to prevent roadway deaths and serious injuries. The SS4A program supports the U.S. Department of Transportation's (USDOT) National Roadway Safety Strategy and our goal of zero roadway deaths using a Safe System Approach. NIRPC also congratulates Whiting ($200K) and Michigan City ($80K) for their awards. To learn more about the SS4A program, please visit: https://lnkd.in/gUXcFzNT
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In June, we released our popular 2024 version of the Greenways+Blueways Map for NW Indiana. Maps are available FREE of charge at libraries, muncipal facilities and select retail stores. An online version, plus details on ordering a map if you live outside Lake, Porter or La Porte counties, can be found here: https://ow.ly/V5Ss50Sm6oi
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In April, the US Forest Service announced their 2023 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grant awards. NIRPC was selected for $300,000 to continue our CommuniTree Pass Through Tree Grants program. The funds allowed NIRPC to award approximately 1,500 native trees for planting in Northwest Indiana communities.
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As we wrap up the year, NIRPC reflects on our significant accomplishments for Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties in 2024. In February, NIRPC was selected as a Host Site for the first cohort of the #EconomicRecoveryCorps where 65 communities are paired with a fellow who will be dedicated to our community! To learn more about NIRPC's project, please visit: https://ow.ly/WuhE50Ux2XS
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NIRPC congratulates all involved in the Hobart Main Lift Station and Forcemain project. This project included replacing all pumps and controls, as well as construction of four miles of 30-inch forcemain. It was 16 years in the making! These improvments may not be headline news, but without them we would certainly notice.
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The United Way of Northwest Indiana has chosen Chris White to lead as their new CEO. Chris served as a board member and chairman of the Lake County United Way from 2013 to 2023. The Valpariaso-based non-profit serves Lake, Porter, Jasper, Newton and Starke counties. It focuses on initatives to improve financial stability, education and health in the community. To donate, please visit https://unitedwaynwi.org/
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NIRPC congratulates the Legacy Foundation, Crown Point Community Foundation, Porter County Community Foundation and the Unity Foundation for securing $20 million in Lilly Endowment funds to help make the Lake Michigan shoreline more accessible to both residents and visitors to our Region. Several projects have been proposed to facilitate with this goal under the banner "NWI Thrive." The landmark project will involve bicycle and pedestrian connections to the beach and downtown districts from the Marquette Greenway and various South Shore Line stations. #MOREMILES
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