Plans & Reports

SCRCOG Studies 2012
	South Central Connecticut Region Profile, 2010
SCRCOG Studies 2011
	Long Range Transportation Plan The South Central Regional Transportation Plan addresses broad goals for the transportation needs of the Region and is updated regularly. Each Plan provides direction for the Region on major policy issues on all modes of transportation. Regional needs and initiatives are outlined for utilization in framing transportation solutions during the period covered by each Plan. Past reports from 2007, 2004, and 2001 are also available.
SCRCOG Studies 2010
	Whalley Avenue Corridor Study The Whalley Avenue Corridor Study was initiated by the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) on behalf of the City of New Haven in 2009-10. The study presents recommendations for improving the corridor with respect to both transportation functions and the contextual relationship with adjoining neighborhoods.
	SCRCOG Congestion Management Process This 2010 Congestion Management Process (CMP) report represents a continuation of the South Central Regional Council of Governments' (SCRCOG) effort to better understand the transportation system in the South Central Connecticut region.
	Route 68 Corridor Study The Route 68 Corridor Study was funded by the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) through the Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). This study focused on safety, traffic operations and strategies to reduce congestion and minimize delays. The Study Area encompasses Connecticut Route 68 (Church Street) in the Town of Wallingford from Hanover Street, on the west, to North Main Street Extension, on the east.
	Record of Decision Report -I-95 New Haven Harbor Crossing Corridor Improvement Program Report: January 2009 -- December 2009 The I-95 New Haven Harbor Crossing (NHHC) Corridor Improvement Program is one of Connecticut's largest multi-modal transportation improvement initiatives. The program includes operational, safety and capacity improvements to over 7 miles of Interstate 95, including a new signature bridge over New Haven Harbor. In addition to new and upgraded Shore Line East commuter rail stations, there are numerous Transit and Transportation System Management (TSM) components included as part of the program. This report summarizes the current status of the implementation of the Transit and TSM components. A copy is available for 2008 and 2007.
	SCRCOG's 2009 Annual Report This report highlights the major activities of the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) during the 2008-2009 fiscal year.
SCRCOG Studies 2009
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	Future of Regional Solid Waste Disposal Beyond Current Resource Recovery 20 year Contracts On August 13, 2008 R.S Lynch & Company, Inc was engaged by the South Central Regional Council of Governments to Identify and evaluate future solid waste management options for SCRCOG's 15 member towns.
SCRCOG Studies 2008
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	SCRCOG's 2008 Annual Report This report highlights the major activities of the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) during the 2007-2008 fiscal year.
	Guilford Town Center South Study This study serves as a next step in the planning process for Guilford Town Center South (TCS) – an area around the Guilford train station that the Town has designated for a future, mixed-use, transit-oriented neighborhood. This study builds upon the previous work of the TCS Planning Committee by evaluating and addressing the potential future traffic impacts associated with the planned TCS developments and increased ridership from the Guilford train station.
	The I-691 Interchange 5, 6, and 7 Study The main goal of the Study is to explore and develop alternatives to improve access between I-691 Interchanges 5, 6, and 7 and the surrounding local roadway system in Meriden, CT.
	Implementation of the Regional Transit Study The Regional Transit Study was completed by the South Central Region COG in April 2005. Its purpose was to examine existing transit services and develop strategies for improvements. The study proposed 10 specific strategies and categorized the recommended strategies into high, medium, and low priority groups. This implementation project was established to develop specific implementable applications of four high priority strategies: 1) route simplification, 2) establish a hub system, 3) consolidate/coordinate downtown New Haven shuttles, and 4) establish new flex route services.
	New Haven Streetcar Assessment This project was developed as part of the Implementation of the Regional Transit Study. An assessment of the potential for a new electric streetcar system was conducted for the city of New Haven. This report examined possible routes and costs for the development of an electric streetcar.
	Plan of Conservation and Development (POCD) The South Central Regional Plan of Conservation and Development is a general guide for land use conservation and development for the 15 town region comprised of Bethany, Branford, East Haven, Guilford, Hamden, Madison, Meriden, Milford, New Haven, North Branford, North Haven, Orange, Wallingford, West Haven, and Woodbridge. This report was amended on July 21,2009. A version without maps is available here for quicker downloads.
	Route 1/North Main Street Access Management Plan for Branford The purpose of this Access Management Plan is to propose strategies for the use of access management tools to help preserve and enhance the capacity and safety of travel in the North Main Street corridor in Branford, Connecticut. The corridor includes North Main Street from its intersection with Main Street (Route 146), West Main Street, and the Branford Connector to its eastern merge with East Main Street.
	Route 10 Corridor Study for Hamden and New Haven The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) on behalf of the City of New Haven and Town of Hamden commissioned the Route 10 Corridor Study to develop a set of recommendations for the corridor that will address existing corridor needs and deficiencies, and help support each municipalities’ long-term vision for transportation and land use in the corridor. This study includes a detailed assessment of the existing transportation system and land use conditions; a future traffic conditions assessment; and a comprehensive recommendations plan that the participating municipalities and SCRCOG can utilize as a guide to prioritize and program future improvement projects.
	Route 146 Scenic Highway Gateway in Branford This planning study was initiated by a recent Town-wide Transportation Study that recommended that Route 146 (Main Street) from U.S. Route 1 (West Main Street) to the Branford Town Green be improved to reduce traffic speeds, provide a safer and more comfortable environment, and provide a more welcoming gateway into Branford.
	Southeast Downtown Circulation Study for New Haven The purpose of this study was to work with the SCRCOG, City of New Haven, and stakeholder groups in the Downtown and Wooster Square neighborhoods to determine the transportation benefits of re-opening Fair Street between Union Street and Olive Street. Due to the closure of Fair Street, motorists do not have a direct connection from Downtown to the Wooster Square neighborhood.
	Traffic Calming Resource Guide The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) has prepared this Traffic Calming Resource Guide to assist its member communities. The goal of this guide is to be a “go to” resource for each municipality as they plan and implement traffic calming. The guide is presented in a three-ring binder format that can be easily modified as necessary to support the individual municipal traffic calming programs and initiatives.
SCRCOG Studies 2007
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	Calibrate and Implement Signal Timing Traffic signal timing plans were developed for 39 intersections that were identified by SCRCOG, the City of New Haven and the Consultant as listed in Table 1 and shown in Figure 1. Four timing plans were developed for 35 of the intersections. A single emergency timing plan was developed for four of the intersections. The timing plans for 21 of the intersections were input to the central traffic control computer located in the City of New Haven, and observed and monitored in the field.
	Enhanced Conceptual Program for a New Haven Traffic Operations Center A Traffic Operations Center (TOC) to be operated by the New Haven Department of Traffic and Parking is recommended to facilitate corridor operations in the New Haven area. While management of traffic in connection with the Harbor Crossing Corridor Improvement Program is an initial function, the TOC will serve to manage operations after construction is complete.
	New Haven Truck Study The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) in cooperation with the City of New Haven has undertaken the New Haven Truck Route Study in an effort to develop a strategy for directing truck traffic to use appropriate routes while traveling through or within the city. The study’s purpose was to define existing truck route conditions within the City of New Haven and develop a truck routing program to manage and limit the impact of general commercial and non-local truck traffic through the city’s residential streets.
	Regional Bike and Pedestrian Plan The Regional Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan was prepared by Fitzgerald & Halliday, Inc., in association with Clough Harbour & Associates, LLP, for the South Central Regional Council of Governments. The purpose of the Plan was to provide a conceptual framework for increasing the desirability and effectiveness of bicycle and pedestrian facilities as a viable mode of transportation within the region.
	Route 34 Corridor Study The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) on behalf of the City of New Haven commissioned the Route 34 Corridor Study to serve as the first phase of a longterm planning and design process that will identify, develop, and assess transportation system improvements aimed at redefining the form and function of the future Route 34 corridor.
	Route 162 Corridor Study The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) in cooperation with the Town of Orange and the City of West Haven commissioned this Studyto identify existing transportation needs and deficiencies in the Route 162 study area. This study addresses these concerns and deficiencies through the development of a comprehensive improvement recommendations plan that can be used to help SCRCOG and the participating municipalities pursue future roadway improvement programming.
	Yale Avenue/ Wilbur Cross Parkway Interchange Study The South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) in cooperation with the Town of Wallingford commissioned this studyto expand upon previous planning efforts for improvements at Interchange 66 of the Wilbur Cross Parkway. The proposed improvements presented in this document are intended to provide operational and safety benefits along US Route 5 in the vicinity of the interchange while meeting the future traffic demands of the interchange and adjacent roadway network.
SCRCOG Studies 2006 and older
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	Milford Railroad Station Parking Garage Study Desman Associates with Clough Harbour Associates were selected by the Milford Transit District to conduct a Parking Site Feasibility Study for a 500 space parking structure to serve the Milford Railroad Station.
	Route 5 Planning and Preliminary Design The primary purpose of this study is to analyze and quantify the shortcomings of the spot improvements implemented over the years, and initiate a comprehensive corridor-wide improvement program aimed at enhancing traffic capacity and safety while promoting alternative modes of transportation along the U.S. Route 5 corridor and to address the existing and projected needs of the communities in this vital corridor.
	Route 22 Corridor Planning Study The Route 22 Corridor Planning Study was initiated by the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) to identify and address existing transportation needs and deficiencies in the Route 22 study area in response to increasing traffic demands and growing safety concerns along State and local roadways.
	Traffic Mitigation For selected Roadways in New Haven- I-95 Report The focus of the study was on the area bounded by Quinnipiac Avenue to the east, State Street to the west, Middletown Avenue / Foxon Boulevard (Route 80) to the north and US Route 1 (US1) (Water Street / Forbes Avenue) to the south. The executive summary is available here.
	Unified Response Manual for Highway Incidents in the State of Connecticut This manual focuses on unified response to highway incidents on limited-access highways in the State of Connecticut. It serves as a reminder of the available resources and interagency collaboration considerations. It is intended to reduce confusion, reduce potential conflicts, and facilitate communication among agencies responding to incidents.
	Regional Housing Report This manual focuses on unified response to highway incidents on limited-access highways in the State of Connecticut. It serves as a reminder of the available resources and interagency collaboration considerations. It is intended to reduce confusion, reduce potential conflicts, and facilitate communication among agencies responding to incidents.
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