Important Dates or Deadlines

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Due Date: June 25, 2013

US EPA: National Clean Diesel Campaign (NCDC) is now soliciting proposals for the 2013 National Clean Diesel Funding Assistance Program funded through the Diesel Emissions Reduction (DERA) program.  The total estimated funding for this competitive opportunity is approximately $9 million.  The Request for Proposals (RFP) is available here or at www.grants.gov. The NCDC website contains information regarding clean diesel technologies, past awarded projects, and helpful tips.

The RFP will be open for approximately 45 days, closing on Tuesday, June 25, 2013.  EPA plans to award funding through this competition in the fall. This RFP has been updated from previous years, so applicants are encouraged to carefully review the RFP for eligible projects, technologies, and funding restrictions.  

All questions regarding this RFP should be submitted to cleandiesel@epa.gov.

Due Date: August 1, 2013

The MS Gulf Coast Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is accepting project applications for the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) through August 1, 2013. To view the TIP handbook click here.

As discussed at the March 2013 MPO meeting, there will not be a separate application process for available TAP funds. Applications should conform to the TIP guidelines outlined in the handbook. The funding source for approved projects will be determined by the MPO staff during the proposal review process. 

For support in completing and submitting your project application(s) please contact Kenneth Yarrow at kyarrow@grpc.com.  

SAVE THE DATE

Gulf Regional Planning Commission (GRPC), the Mississippi Gulf Coast MPO and the Mississippi are hosting the

2013 Gulf Coast Transportation Safety SummiT

Biloxi Civic Center: November 12th - 15th

The summit is a series of safety events taking place over a four day period. Activities include:

   1. A young driver experience including interacting with safety professionals as well as participating in MDOT simulations like the seatbelt convincer, rollover Rover and texting and driving activities.

   2. Older driver safety education and awareness will be offered by hosting numerous CarFit events during the summit.

   3. Professionals responsible for implementing safety programs are encouraged to register for the pre-confernce course "Conducting a Roadway Safety Audit" hosted by the Mississippi LTAP program. 

   4. Transportation professionals are encouraged to participate in the 2 1/2 day safety conference where attendees will select up to 10 safety related break out sessions as well as participate in general discussions and attend a state specific session focused on safety progress and priorities for the future.  

* More information and the event website  will be available soon.

Check back for registration details and to learn about available vendor and sponsorship opportunities.