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In This Issue
Legislative Issues Prioritized
ACOG Submits CEDS Application
Regional Snow Routes Map
Plans for 2010 Census
Around the Region
Regional Events
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December 8
9-1-1 Technical Committee, 9:30 a.m.
COUASI Budget Committee, 1:30 p.m.
December 10
Intermodal Transportation Technical Committee, 10 a.m.
December 16
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee, 10 a.m.
December 17
9-1-1 Board of Directors, 1 p.m.
Intermodal Transportation Policy Committee, 1:20 p.m.
ACOG Board of Directors, 1:45 p.m.
Garber-Wellington Policy Committee, 2:30 p.m.
December 25
ACOG Offices closed for Christmas
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ACOG Newsletter: December 2009
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Legislative Issues Prioritized for 2010
<http://www.acogok.org/enews/images/dome2.jpg> Results from a regional
online survey of ACOG member communities have helped the Association develop
a prioritized list of federal and state legislative issues of concern to
local governments in the region. Annually, the Board prepares documents
describing its legislative and regulatory concerns to present to Oklahoma
State Legislators and Oklahoma's Congressional Delegation. ACOG member
entities that responded to the survey included: Arcadia, Bethany, Calumet,
Canadian County, Crescent, Edmond, El Reno, Guthrie, Luther, Midwest City,
Mustang, Nichols Hills, Nicoma Park, Norman, Noble, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
County, Spencer, The Village, Tuttle and Yukon. Following are the top
federal and state issues, ranked in order of importance to ACOG membership:
Federal Priorities:
1. 1(a). Continuation of federal support for community development
programs such as CDBG, local workforce development, EDA, fire protection,
Enterprise Zones, etc.
2. 1(b). Support continued viability of Tinker Air Force Base.
3. Prohibit unfunded federal mandates; fund efforts to meet regulations
(i.e. drinking water, arsenic, storm water, flood control, air quality).
4. Address Highway Trust Fund shortfall and fully appropriate money for
transportation (highways and bridges).
5. Preserve local authorities regarding rights-of-way fees and land use
controls (including negotiations with telecommunications, cable, railroads,
etc. and protection of eminent domain).
6. Support efforts to upgrade 9-1-1 systems nationwide.
State Priorities:
1. Encourage state funding support for Central Oklahoma area highways
and transit options.
2. Fund municipal water/wastewater infrastructure replacements.
3. Leave local personnel issues to local decision-makers.
4. Increase support for Rural Economic Action Plan (REAP).
5. Review municipal finance structure to enhance local government
revenue opportunities.
For more information, contact Jane Sutter <mailto:jsutter at acogok.org> , ACOG
ACOG Submits CEDS Application
<http://www.acogok.org/enews/images/CEDS.jpg> ACOG has applied to the U.S.
Economic Development Administration for consideration to develop a
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the four-county ACOG
region. CEDS are designed to bring together public and private sectors in
the creation of an economic roadmap to diversify and strengthen regional
economies.
The CEDS should analyze the regional economy and serve as a guide for
establishing regional goals and objectives, developing and implementing a
regional plan of action, and identifying investment priorities and funding
sources. A region must have a current CEDS in order to apply for investment
assistance under EDA's Public Works or Economic Adjustment Assistance
Programs.
If awarded a CEDS planning grant from EDA, ACOG would issue a Request for
Proposals from qualified consultants to develop the actual plan. The
planning grant is expected to be around $150,000 with an approximate 50
percent cash and in-kind match, and can take up to two years to complete.
The other 10 councils of government in the State of Oklahoma serve as
Economic Development Districts (EDD) for their regions and have conducted
CEDS and other economic development strategies for their member communities.
Preparation of a CEDS is a preliminary step for ACOG to seek designation as
an EDD.
Regional Snow Routes Map Updated as Winter Approaches
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metropolitan area have updated a regional map that highlights the best route
choices for motorists when inclement winter weather strikes.
The map showcases the roadways that individual communities consider their
highest priorities during snow and ice storms. The management of roadways
may include the spreading of abrasives (sanding), anti-icing applications
(salt and chemicals) and snow removal and clearance (plowing).
Organized by ACOG and focusing on the Oklahoma City Area Regional
Transportation Study (OCARTS) area, the snow route identification process
involved the interaction of multiple municipal entities and agencies.
The impetus for the map and process came from a regional desire to improve
public safety and avoid accidents. The map is not absolute. It does not
reflect potential shortcomings in mechanization, manpower, remediation
supplies or time. For example, snowfall can occur so rapidly, that roadway
treatment and clearance may not be able to counter it at an equitable rate.
As such, the routes on the map indicate the roadways that municipalities
realistically intend to first direct resources. It does not guarantee that
the streets will be clear.
City and county leaders encourage motorists to observe winter driving rules
and to only drive on snow and ice covered roads when necessary. The snow
routes presented are the best routes to take if and when drivers are out in
a severe winter weather event.
For more information on winter driving, and to view and download the map,
visit www.acogok.org/snow
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Plans for 2010 Census Underway
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xXTPPLQLhtNlbSNPn3X2yQtW5kE> The national inventory of our nation's people
is coming soon. Though the Census takes place every 10 years, preparation is
seemingly constant. The census is a count of every person living in the
United States, including all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, U.S.
Virgin Islands, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and
American Samoa. This includes people of all ages, races, ethnic groups, both
citizens and non-citizens.
Census questionnaires will be mailed to households in March 2010. Before
then, communities and regions are coming together with the development of
"complete count" committees.
Tribal, state, and local governments work together with partners in the
community to form Complete Count Committees (CCC) to promote the 2010 Census
in their communities. Community-based organizations also establish CCCs that
reach out to their constituents.
A Complete Count Committee is a team of community leaders appointed by the
highest-elected official to develop and implement a locally-based outreach
and awareness campaign for the 2010 Census. This team's primary focus is to
promote the 2010 Census in a particular community and to ensure that every
resident in that area is counted. Community leaders are most qualified to
understand the best way to reach all populations that reside in their area.
The team is also best suited to mobilize community resources.
Census data helps determine the distribution of $300 billion annually of
government funding for critical services. Census data is used to allocate
government funding and guides where to build roads, schools, job training
centers and more. An incomplete count could mean a community does not
receive its fair share of funding. The data process generates thousands of
jobs across the country and ultimately determines how many seats each state
will have in Congress and impacts redistricting of state and local
districts.
Citizen and government support of the 2010 Census matters greatly. The new
form will ask only a few simple questions that takes a few minutes to answer
and can be returned by mail.
The Census Bureau is currently hiring hundreds of thousands of people
nationwide for temporary census jobs. There are several applications
available on the ACOG Web site at www.acogok.org
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Around the Region
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M5yQ-Sv1Tb5bG5IJA==> Cleveland Area Rapid Transit launches new West Norman
route. The West Norman Link is Norman's first new city route in more than 16
years. The route provides access to northwest Norman, specifically 36th
Avenue Northwest, Tecumseh Road and 24th Avenue Northwest. Featured stops
include Norman Regional HealthPlex, Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference
Center, University Northpark, Brookhaven Village and many residential areas
along 36th Avenue Northwest. The West Norman Link "links" to the Main Street
route, as it is the first CART route not to originate on the OU campus. The
concept is in an effort to make new bus routes more frequent and efficient
for convenience and ease. For more information, visit:
http://cart.ou.edu/index.html
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State officials are asking Oklahomans if they are ready for the next
emergency. The new campaign, called "Red Dirt Ready," features a website
loaded with preparedness information. Preparing Oklahomans for the next
emergency is the campaign's goal, said Kerry Pettingill, director of
Oklahoma's Office of Homeland Security. Pettingill also said that having a
family plan in place before the next event happens will help Oklahomans
through emergencies and natural disasters. Information on how to develop a
plan is posted at www.RedDirtReady.com
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The Oklahoma Department of Commerce has announced the training schedule for
Community Development Block Grant administrators. The next training and
certification examination is scheduled for March 25-26, 2010. To register,
call Gary Wesselhoft at 405-815-5336. Applicants will receive a study guide
and manual. ODOC is also providing continuing education for certified
administrators with a session scheduled for December 18, 2009. All training
is held at ODOC city offices at 900 N. Stiles.
Regional Events
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M6lOquzsVjlbCqxlvfVtlX77BA1> Spend your holiday exploring downtown Oklahoma
City. The eighth annual Downtown in December winter celebration is presented
by the Downtown OKC Business Improvement District. Only in Downtown Oklahoma
City can you experience the thrill of outdoor ice skating, exhilarating snow
tubing rides down the southwest's largest manmade slope, water taxi
excursions along the winding Bricktown Canal, free museum Sundays, free
river cruises, a magically-lit botanical garden and historic avenue, a
festive 5K run through the heart of Downtown and plenty of holiday cheer for
the entire family! This month-long adventure attracts thousands of revelers
to the heart of the City's polar playground. Festivities run through the New
Year. Downtown in December is organized by Downtown Oklahoma City
Incorporated and sponsored by the Downtown Business Improvement District.
Visit www.DowntownInDecember.com
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The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) is a voluntary
association of city, town and county governments within the Central Oklahoma
area. The ACOG region includes Oklahoma, Cleveland, Canadian and Logan
Counties. Originally established in June of 1966, ACOG is one of 11 Councils
of Governments in the State of Oklahoma, and one of several hundred planning
organizations across the country.
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