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Post published:May 15, 2024

The Charlottesville-Albemarle Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is accepting comments on the draft Long Range Transportation Plan, Moving Toward 2050. This is the federally-required long-range transportation plan (LRTP) for the City of Charlottesville and urbanized portions of Albemarle County, which are the area served by the CA-MPO. This plan, which will be reviewed and adopted by the CA-MPO Policy Board, identifies long range transportation needs, considers possible infrastructure improvements, and establishes priorities to implement projects based on anticipated funding.The draft plan can be viewed here. The public is invited to a public…

May Commission Meeting Updates

Post published:May 15, 2024

The TJPD Commission met on May 2 and received presentations on the following topics:the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Plan;2024 Legislative Report; andTJPDC Slate of Officers.The Commission also adopted the CEDS Plan as presented and approved the FY25 Annual Operating Budget and Work Program.Materials for all TJPD Commission meetings are available here.The Commission’s next meeting will be on Thursday, June 6th.

Meet our Commissioners: Tommy Barlow

Post published:May 15, 2024

Tommy Barlow is a representative for Louisa County, where he serves on the Board of Supervisors, representing the Mountain Road district.Q: How long have you served in your current capacity and what inspired you to serve?A: I am an elected BOS member from Louisa County and have served on the TJPD Commission since January 2010. I was on the Louisa County Planning Commission for 16 years prior to being elected to the BOS for 14 years. I chose to serve to have involvement in the county I was born and…

Home-CDBG Annual Action Plan Open for Public Comment

Post published:May 15, 2024

The Thomas Jefferson HOME Consortium invites all interested citizens to comment on the Draft HOME-CDBG Annual Action Plan for Program Year 2024-25. The Plan describes how the participating jurisdiction intends to distribute its HOME and CDBG funding. The draft plan is available at https://tjpdc.org/public-comment-py2024-annual-action-plan/ or by contacting Laurie Jean Talun at 434-422-4080. Public comments will be accepted through May 31st.There will also be a public hearing scheduled for Thursday, June 6, at the TJPDC's Water Street Center, located at 407 East Water St., Charlottesville.

Public Comment Open for New Economic Development Plan

Post published:April 11, 2024

TJPDC is pleased to announce the release of its Comprehensive Economic Development Plan (CEDS) for public review and comment. In accordance with the requirements set forth by the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), the CEDS will be available for a 30-day statutory review period, commencing on March 27, 2024 and concluding on April 27, 2024.During this period, the TJPDC encourages all residents, businesses, community organizations, and stakeholders to review the proposed plan and provide valuable feedback. The CEDS outlines a strategic vision and actionable goals aimed at fostering economic growth,…

Meet our Commissioners: Jesse Rutherford

Post published:April 11, 2024

Jesse Rutherford is a representative for Nelson County, where he serves on the Board of Supervisors, representing the East District.Q: How long have you served in your current capacity and what inspired you to serve?A: I am an elected BOS member from Nelson County and have served since January 2018. I was inspired to run for office and serve by watching my community I was born and raised in suffer from a lack of internet and opportunity. Q: What TJPDC program/project excites you?A: Legislative services that you all provide for us…