Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Mark Hoover’s organization
Sep 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
MetroCOG Board Regular Meeting
The meeting featured an update on new staff hires and the authorization of a pass-through brownfield remediation grant application for a private entity in Bridgeport. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to a presentation on state fire service challenges, including the decline of volunteer personnel and legislative updates regarding fire protection. The board discussed the Connecticut Fire proposal to augment local public safety coverage, as well as concerns regarding the rising costs and extended delivery timelines of fire apparatus attributed to private equity influence. Potential mitigation strategies, such as state-supported funding for equipment and operational changes to extend the longevity of existing vehicles, were also explored.
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Greater Bridgeport & Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization Regular Meeting
The board reviewed and approved resolutions regarding revisions to the FY 2026 and 2027 Unified Planning Work Program, which incorporates new parking and bicycle/pedestrian studies, as well as an amendment to the FFY 2025-2028 TIP/STIP concerning the Merritt Parkway Corridor Management Plan. During the discussion on the latter, concerns regarding tree removal were addressed and documented. Furthermore, the meeting included updates on the 2027 Connecticut Safety Performance Targets and the development of the 2027-2030 Metropolitan Transportation Plan, with a specific request to investigate traffic signal timing on Route 25.
Jul 30, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Greater Bridgeport and Valley Metropolitan Planning Organization Meeting
The meeting included a review of several federal highway projects, covering bridge improvements, pavement reconstruction, lane reductions, and statewide signage replacements and installations. The board also discussed transit-related projects, including track upgrades and a fare box replacement system for Greater Bridgeport Transit. Additionally, members received an update on the progress of the long-range metropolitan transportation plan and ongoing public engagement efforts.
Jul 23, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
MetroCOG Recurring Meeting
The meeting encompassed updates on several key planning and infrastructure projects, including the Metropolitan Transportation Plan, the status of road safety audits in Bridgeport and Fairfield, and the Active Transportation Micro Grant Program. Discussion also covered the pending MS4 permit release, the Safe Streets and Roads for All grant kickoff, and the Neighborhood Equity and Access Grant progress. Furthermore, the committee reviewed the status of climate-related initiatives, including the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan, and the regional plan of conservation and development, while also discussing the upcoming state rail plan and strategic highway safety plan.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
