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CRPC Helps Secure DRA Funds for New Incubator

CRPC's Economic Development Specialist coordinated and provided technical assistance in securing DRA funds for a new digital media incubator at Louisiana Technology Park. The State-of-the-art digital media studio is called the Level Up Lab and was funded with a SEDAP investment of $102,564. Hardware costs were provided by Louisiana Technology Park. Lab provides qualified, pre-screened companies and entrepreneurs the tools, mentorship, and space to create video games, mobile apps, and other digital content. Three teams - BitFinity, DiegoRivera.tv, and Stasis Soft - have already been accepted into the program and will be working on projects for PC, iOS, Android, and online platforms.



Capital Region Planning Commission, Bike Baton Rouge, Advocacy Advance and CPEX will be hosting a FREE workshop on the new federal transportation bill Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (MAP-21) and it's impact on biking, walking and Complete Streets on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm at the Louisiana State Museum (660 N 4th St., Baton Rouge). Please click on the image above to download the flyer in PDF format.

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Delta Regional Authority Federal Co-Chairman Chris Masingill has announced that the Delta Regional Authority is accepting applications to help Delta communities create jobs and improve infrastructure through the States' Economic Development Assistance Program (SEDAP) for 2013. Interested applicants should contact their Local Development District (CRPC) to begin the application process. Applications are due to CRPC by June 19, 2013.

The States' Economic Development Assistance Program may be used to fund projects for basic public infrastructure, transportation infrastructure, business development, including entrepreneurship and workforce training. Projects must be located in the 252 counties and parishes served by the Delta Regional Authority. Priority is given to projects that demonstrate innovation and small business, a regional approach, multiple funding partners, and emergency need.

For program and eligibility guidelines, review the States' Economic Development Assistance Program Manual. An automated website to process applications is available via www.dra.gov to streamline the application and approval process for projects. Applicants are encouraged to create an account and password before the workshop.

Contact Courtney Maciasz at (225) 383-5203 or cmaciasz@brgov.com for assistance with the application process.


EPA announced a $9 million funding opportunity for the National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program. The Program is soliciting proposals nationwide for projects that achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions in terms of tons of pollution produced by diesel engines and diesel emissions exposure, particularly from fleets operating in areas designated by the Administrator as poor air quality areas.

Activity Date
Request for Proposals RFP Thursday, May 9, 2013
Deadline for Applications Deadline for Applications
Notification of Selected Applicants July/August 2013
Funding of Awards September/October 2013

RFP Information Session Presentation

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MAP-21, the Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act (P.L. 112-141), was signed into law by President Obama on July 6, 2012. Funding surface transportation programs at over $105 billion for fiscal years (FY) 2013 and 2014, MAP-21 is the first long-term highway authorization enacted since 2005

FHWA MAP-21 Website

FTA MAP-21 Website

FHWA MAP-21 Presentation (PDF)

LADOTD MAP-21 Presentation (PDF)


The Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) helps determine how federal and regional funds are spent within the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Area. The current MTP expires on August 3, 2013. Capital Region Planning Commission has partnered with parishes of Ascension, East Baton Rouge, Iberville, Livingston and West Baton Rouge, Louisiana Department of Transportation and the U.S. Department of Transportation to formulate the updated plan.

The Transportation Policy Committee adopted the updated darft MTP 2037 on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 contingent upon the passing and approval of air quality conformity analysis.

Baton Rouge Metropolitan Transportation Plan 2037 Executive Summary (Download PDF)

For more information, please contact the CRPC at (225) 383-5203.


The Capital Region Planning Commission is committed to encouraging the use of non-motorized modes of transportation such as bicycling and walking. To this end, CRPC and area parish leaders kicked off a Bike & Pedestraian Safety Campaign in November 2010. As part of the campaign CRPC is continually developing materials to assist Parishes, Municipalities and Citizens in improving pedestrian and bicycle safety. CRPC in association with Bike & Pedestrian Associates also conducted FREE one hour bike classes to improve safety while riding your bike on the street, in bike lanes, or on multiuse trails.

Bike & Pedestrian Safety Campaign Final Report

Bike Safety Toolkit

Louisiana Bicycle Laws

Bike Classes Flyer

For more information, please contact the CRPC at (225) 383-5203.
BTR Non Attainment Area
Air Quality Index


Baton Rouge Non-Attainment Area
Ozone Season Awareness Guide


Additional Links:
www.brcleanair.com


Louisiana Public Agency (LPA) Manual

The purpose of the Local Public Agency (LPA) Manual is to familiarize the public agencies with the programs that are available to them through the DOTD for local transportation and public works projects. It is also intended to help Louisiana's public agencies fulfill the requirements of planning, environmental clearance, design, right-of-way purchase, construction and maintenance of transportation facilities using state or federal funds.

LADOTD LPA Webpage

LPA Maunal Download Link (PDF)

Public Involvement

CRPC encourages Citizens to involve in the review and development of its transportation plans that reflect the needs of the region while meeting federal air quality standards.

Public Participation Plan (Adopted 10/25/2011)


Local Comprehensive Plans Update

Walker Vision City of Walker, Louisiana

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