RPO Models: Connecticut

Four rural planning agencies, along with the 11 metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), play an active role in the state’s planning and programming process. Each rural agency has an annual planning budget of $60,000, including $50,000 in federal funds, $5,000 in state money and $5,000 in local matching funds. The state also provides each region with an extra $20,000 to plan and implement rural transit services for the elderly and disabled.

The regional planning agencies are responsible for conducting rural planning activities. They assist municipalities with planning and administrative services and provide a forum for information exchanges with state officials and neighboring communities. They provide input into the statewide plan and investment programs. In addition, they monitor, analyze and report on regional transportation data, assist with the public involvement process and perform corridor studies.

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Regional Planning Organizations (RPOs) in Connecticut