2019 News & Notices

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Public Survey for Countywide Fire & Emergency Plan

December 2, 2019 - The Mendocino Council of Governments has hired Category Five Professional Consultants, Inc. (CFPC) to perform a Fire Vulnerability Assessment & Emergency Evacuation Preparedness Plan for Mendocino County. To gain a clear understanding of residents’ concerns regarding fire threat and evacuation and to understand the diverse needs of local area residents, CFPC is asking the…

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Request for Proposals - Fiscal Audits

September 9, 2019 - The following addendum addresses written questions received. Proposals are due September 13, 2019 at 5pm.

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Request for Proposals - Due September 13, 2019

August 15, 2019 - MCOG invites proposals for professional services to conduct a Fire Vulnerability Assessment and Emergency Preparedness Plan for Mendocino County. Funded by a Caltrans Climate Adaptation Planning grant, this project will involve community stakeholders as well as technical work. Proposals are due by September 13, 2019 at 3pm. Download the RFP for full details:

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Request for Qualifications - Due August 9, 2019

July 31, 2019 - The following addendum addresses written questions received by the July 26 deadline..

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ZEV Regional Readiness Plan

July 8, 2019 - The Mendocino County Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Alternative Fuels Readiness Plan Update is now available. Prepared by W-Trans with MCOG staff and regional ZEV Advisory Group, the plan provides research, recommendations and resources for local agencies. Included is a target of 150 public Level 2 electric vehicle chargers to meet 2025 demand, requiring the installation of 69 new…

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Mendocino County Pedestrian Needs Assessment and Engineered Feasibility Study

June 27, 2019 - The final Mendocino Pedestrian Needs Master Document is now complete. This report considers prior plans, existing conditions, and public and agency input to create a comprehensive list with descriptions of projects to make it easier to walk in Mendocino County. - Accepted 6/3/2019 (with direction to finalize plan)

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Request for Proposals - Due July 22, 2019

June 24, 2019 - MCOG invites proposals from qualified consultants for the grant-funded "SB 743 Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Regional Baseline Study." Proposals are due by 3pm on July 22, 2019 at our offices. Download the RFP document for full details:

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Draft Mendocino County ZEV Plan Update

May 21, 2019 - The draft Mendocino County Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) & Alternative Fuels Readiness Plan will be accepted by MCOG's Board of Directors, with amendments recommended by ZEV Advisory Group and board members, on June 3, 2019. The consultant W-Trans will make a presentation at the meeting, which can be viewed live or later on YouTube from the Mendocino County Video page. View or…

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Comments Invited on Draft North Coast/Inland Pedestrian Needs Report

May 2, 2019 - The Draft North Coast/Inland Area Project Evaluation Report is now available for review! The comment period ends May 27, 2019. For more information, visit https://mendopedestrian.org/.

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MCOG Tours Point Arena and Gualala April 1

March 22, 2019: Mendocino Council of Governments (MCOG) will meet on Monday, April 1 for its semiannual tour of transportation plans and projects in local communities. The Council will take a bus tour of the Point Arena area at 10:15 a.m. Over the lunch hour, the Council will hold its regular meeting at the Gualala Community Center, 47950 Center Street, followed by a walking tour of downtown…

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Comments Invited on Draft Pedestrian Needs Assessment

February 28, 2019 - The Draft South Coast/Greater Point Arena Area Project Evaluation Report is now available for review! The comment period ends March 31, 2019. For more information, view the press release and https://mendopedestrian.org/.

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Unmet Transit Needs - Annual Public Hearing

January 7, 2019 - MCOG invites the public to identify transit needs at its regular meeting on February 4, 2019. The agenda will be posted on this website under Meetings. View or download the notice:

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