Tri-County Regional Planning Commission

Tri-County Newsletter: September Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/816378abe45f/2fe09qny9k-13852097

Join us this afternoon from 4-6pm for the Long-Range Transportation Plan Public Open House - https://mailchi.mp/5aa381bb31fe/join-us-this-afternoon-from-4-6pm-for-the-long-range-transportation-plan-public-open-house

Come to our Transportation Open House on August 27 from 4-6PM at the Peoria Heights Public Library to share your experiences, insights, and ideas on the future of Tri-County's transportation infrastructure! 🚗🚌🚲🚶

Tri-County Newsletter: August Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/b69cbe664e83/august2023-13849689

TCRPC is working with the City of Chillicothe to produce a comprehensive plan. As a part of the community engagement process, Tri-County has developed a community survey to gather public input. So if you are a part of the Chillicothe community you can provide your input here: https://forms.gle/qYo2tn8eEo9bhMuC7

If you are a resident or work in City of Chillicothe we need your input! Please attend the comprehensive plan open house at the Chillicothe public library today from 5-7pm!

Join us in working to improve safety and mobility throughout the Tri-County Region! Take this survey today and share your thoughts on safety strategies and improvements.
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/e7f3d84f8a5440b485f7fe815dc04467?portalUrl=https://arcgis.lochgroup.com/portal

Tri-County is looking to update our bicycle maps and we need your help! Use this survey to help us collect data and improve the Greater Peoria area bike infrastructure! Survey link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/5f559c589a964fefab8d8f0bdfd0e8fc

It's Rural Road Safety Awareness Week!

Whether you walk, bike, drive, ride or roll, we want to hear from you!
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The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is completing a safety action plan and is seeking your input and experiences regarding roadway safety. Take this survey today and help lead the way for safer travel.
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/e7f3d84f8a5440b485f7fe815dc04467?portalUrl=https://arcgis.lochgroup.com/portal

Hey Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford County residents! 🚲🚗🚌

Help identify safety concerns in your community. Take this survey today and help shape efforts to improve pedestrian, bicycle, and roadway safety in the Tri-County region! https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/e7f3d84f8a5440b485f7fe815dc04467?portalUrl=https://arcgis.lochgroup.com/portal

Tri-County Newsletter: July Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/8b5c46edd17d/july2023-13824302

RFP: Mobile Multimodal Counting Equipment Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is seeking Proposals/Bids from interested and qualified Vendors to fulfill TCRPC’s goals of purchasing mobile counting equipment. The primary reason for this equipment is to collect bicycle and pedestrian counts; the secondary reason is to acquire the necess...

RFP: Traffic Signal Asset Management Plan Tri-County Regional Planning Commission seeks to collaborate with a qualified firm to provide professional services to assist with the development of a locally controlled Traffic Signal Asset Management Plan (TSAMP). The TSAMP will include a GIS inventory of locally controlled signalized intersectio...

Join the Illinois Department of Transportation at two upcoming events this summer, June 14th & 15th and August 23rd and 24th at Dozer Park - Home of the Peoria Chiefs!

The Peoria Chiefs will have Orange Barrels-themed game nights and a street fair to highlight road safety. See you there!

We need your input! 🖌🚌

We're collecting data about how you use (or do not use) public transportation. Does a disability or a family member's health affect how you get around town? How can the system be better for you?

Let us know here:

Community Transportation Survey

Tri-County Newsletter: June Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/90d39cd9b99f/2fe09qny9k-13757305

Today, our friends at the Greater Peoria Sanitary District gave us a tour of their facilities! It was a sunny day and a great end to a busy week. ☀️

Did you hear the news? We love to see more funds come to our area to make the region greater!

EPA grant promises new purposes for vacant lots in the Tri-County area A new grant means plans to reuse contaminated waste sites across the Tri-County area are in the works.

Join us at this upcoming event!

SAVE THE DATE!!

🚀 Upcoming Community Event: Your Voice in Our Ports' Future!

🗓️ Date: June 20, 2023
🕖 Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CT
📍 Location: Twin Towers Plaza, 456 Fulton St Ste 420, Peoria, IL 61602

Why You Should Attend:

The Heart of Illinois Regional Port District is thrilled to invite you to a crucial public meeting to discuss the first-ever Port Master Plan. This plan will set the groundwork for enhancing our port facilities, boosting economic growth, and improving transportation links throughout the region. By attending, you will:
🤝 Engage with Community and Business Leaders: This is a unique opportunity to meet with members of the Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, Illinois Department of Transportation and the Greater Peoria Economic Development Council.
💡 Share Your Ideas and Concerns: Your input is invaluable! Come share your thoughts on how we can together foster a thriving economic environment through our ports.
🌐 Learn About Economic and Development Opportunities: Understand how the Port Master Plan can directly benefit your business or community by facilitating better trade and creating new jobs.
This meeting is not just about listening—it's about participating in a dialogue that shapes the future of our regional infrastructure. We can't wait to see you there and hear your insights!

TCRPC's Public Participation Plan (PPP) is in the public review period. Please assist us, on how to better engage with the community. You can review the draft of the PPP with the link below and provide comments and feedback.

Public Participation Plan TCRPC updated our Public Participation Plan (PPP) to align our community engagement practices with the Federal Highway Administration's new guidelines. The purpose of these new recommendations is to ensure equity is brought into the planning process. The PPP is a document that guides how TCRPC perfo...

Tri-County Newsletter: May Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/6c5fbc6eb4c1/august2023-13754261

Tri-County Newsletter: April Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/bb912ffceabc/july2023-13737586

Tri-County Newsletter: March Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/d64148aa7c3c/2fe09qny9k-13729265

Assist in the improvement of the transportation system, by filling out the survey! -

Assist in the improvement of the transportation system, by filling out the survey!

Assist TCRPC in improving our regional transportation system by taking our 15-minute survey and providing comments on our interactive map! This information will help develop our Active Transporation Plan which will prioritize projects and initiatives to improve the safety of all modes of transportation.
Survey: https://forms.gle/yFrNjEkGYTSJbG2w8
Interactive map: https://tcrpc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/CrowdsourceReporter/index.html?appid=74d5182d6a6249ddba54cb12fab142d2

Are you watching the big game this weekend? 🏈
Do you like exploring maps like we do? 📍

Look no further than this US Census map showing both teams' players' hometowns. Go sports!

Big Game Census: 2024 The 58th competition to crown a new football champion will feature teams hailing from California and Missouri.

Tri-County Newsletter: February Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/a7d94c776b9a/august2023-13585409

Tri-County Newsletter: January Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/d6b6b0a0ed1f/july2023-13582849

A belated congratulations to the City of Washington, Illinois for this stellar designation as a dementia-friendly community! 🎉

One aspect of Tri-County's work is Human Services Transportation Planning, where we aim to increase the mobility of older adults, people with disabilities, and people with low incomes throughout the region. Learning about these different populations and understanding their needs is one positive step forward.

Washington designated as ‘dementia-friendly community’ WASHINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — The City of Washington has officially been declared a “Dementia-Friendly Community.” The designation is from Dementia Friendly America, a network of comm…

Tri-County Newsletter: December Issue 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/1cce624e425c/2fe09qny9k-13579157