Naugatuck Valley Council of Governments
@NVCOGct
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We are a regional planning agency working to plan and implement programs to benefit the 19 municipalities of the #NaugatuckValley.
Waterbury, CT
Joined February 2019
Looking to cut your own Christmas tree? We created a map of local farms that grow their own trees and allow visitors to cut their own.🌲 Click here to see the PDF with links: https://t.co/KZnOmAKYC5
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NVCOG congratulates the Cities of Ansonia and Bristol on their awards from the @CTDOTOfficial Community Connectivity Grant Program. Read the full press release:
portal.ct.gov
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NVCOG staff recently attended the Southern New England Planning Association (SNEAPA) Conference in Newport, Rhode Island! ⛵ It was a great two days connecting with planners from across the region, sharing ideas, and taking in the beautiful waterfront right outside.
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Governor Ned Lamont announced the start of construction on the redevelopment of the Waterbury Train Station. This project will improve accessibility, enhance the rider experience, and reconnect the community to the historic Union Station building. https://t.co/PdDT1W5Gt3
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Congratulations to three NVCOG municipalities for their recent Sustainable CT certification! 🌱 - Town of Southbury (Silver) - Town of Beacon Falls (Bronze) - Town of Cheshire (Bronze) Read the full press release here: https://t.co/pqn6esR3U7.
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How can we improve mobility across CT? The Connecticut Department of Transportation will be holding an open house at Waterbury City Hall from 6 PM - 8 PM on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 to gather feedback. Learn more: https://t.co/JxbCFRZggy
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That's a wrap on our Fall Household Hazardous waste event! We saw 798 carloads, breaking our recent record. Thank you to Beacon Falls for the support on this event. Missed it? Don't worry, we host events in spring, summer, and fall each year.
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The Town of Middlebury and NVCOG invite residents, business owners, and stakeholders to attend a hybrid public meeting for the ongoing Route 64 Corridor Study. October 7, 2025 | 6 PM | 1172 Whittemore Rd, Middlebury | In-person & Virtual View details: https://t.co/ccQe4d1NyA
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NVCOG participated in #YIMBYtown2025, the nation's largest pro-homes conference, held this year in New Haven. NVCOG joined @CRCOG1 and @RiverCOG for the session: “Think Regionally, Act Locally: Advocating for the ‘Yes’ in YIMBY.” #housing #regionalplanning #newhavenct
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Thomaston’s gardens are a true community effort. Since 1988, the Thomaston Beautification Committee has led the way in maintaining 13 gardens across town. Last week, NVCOG staff joined in by planting native species at the Town Hall gardens.🌱
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Thank you @NVCOGct for volunteering for our #DayofCaring and our partners at Park Central Waterbury! #UnitedIsTheWay
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NVCOG staff joined members of the Bristol Senior Center as they traveled by @CTTRANSIT from Bristol to the New Britain Museum of American Art. For many, it was their first time using public transit in Connecticut.
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Mark your calendars for the Fall Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, September 27, 2025. The collection will take place from 8 AM to 2 PM at Beacon Falls Recreation Complex, 100 Pent Road, Beacon Falls, CT. Learn more at https://t.co/XdjH8Xvtd8.
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🚧 @CTDOTOfficial has released two alternatives for replacing the I-84/RT 8 Interchange in Waterbury focused on safety, mobility, and multimodal connections. We’re grateful for their partnership with the City of Waterbury & regional partners. Learn more: https://t.co/xYOVy4U3Nz
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Yesterday, NVCOG’s Environmental Planning Director toured the Kinneytown property with @SavetheSound , GEI, and STIMSON landscape architects. GEI is responsible for the design of the dam removal, and STIMSON will design the Naugatuck River Greenway Trail section through the site.
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Did you know @connecticutmag recently explored several towns in the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region? The article features historic house museums, scenic hikes, local shops, and delicious eats! https://t.co/6jGrOCnKyc
ctinsider.com
While New Haven is known for its apizza, the Naugatuck Valley is also home to some notable restaurants.
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We're in the beginning stages of crafting a plan to shape the long-term growth of the region over the next 10 years. Check out this article to learn more. https://t.co/lUHxUpM63P
ctinsider.com
The plan will look at issues that cross municipal lines, such as water supply, the economy, housing, and transportation.
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On Saturday, our Summer Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection event successfully diverted hazardous materials from 791 carloads! Thank you to Watertown & all the staff who made it possible. Our last event of the year is in September, visit https://t.co/XdjH8Xvtd8.
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After years of planning, Waterbury’s Union Station – the former home of the Republican-American newspaper – will reprise its role as a train station, albeit on a smaller scale. https://t.co/8K7k67heyp
hartfordbusiness.com
After years of planning, Waterbury’s Union Station – the former home of the Republican-American newspaper – will reprise its role as a train station, albeit on a smaller scale.
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Construction is underway on a new Naugatuck train station, bringing rail service closer to downtown and supporting walkable development in NVCOG communities like Naugatuck, Waterbury, and Ansonia. Read the full press release:
portal.ct.gov
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