Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio The Cape Fear Council of Governments region includes Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover and Pender counties. The Cape Fear Council of Governments is working with NCORR’s RISE Program to develop a portfolio of priority projects that strengthen regional resilience. This multi-phase effort includes a forward-looking vulnerability assessment, the identification of 5-10 high-priority projects and a list of the actions needed to implement each proposed project. A diverse stakeholder partnership is guiding the project to ensure that the scope of work reflects local priorities. The Cape Fear COG is offering project guidance, a local leader has been hired by the NC Rural Center to provide facilitation support and Tetra Tech is providing technical assistance. Get Involved Public Workshops Project Updates Project Contacts Public Workshop #1: Understanding Vulnerability from the Local Perspective April 7, 2022: 10–11 a.m. and 6–7 p.m. During this workshop, community stakeholders learned about the Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio Project and provided feedback on regional response and recovery strengths and weaknesses. Participants also had a chance to share personal experiences with disaster preparedness and recovery, and engage in small group discussions about climate hazards. Didn't make it to the workshop? Have additional input to contribute? You can still participate! Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio Public Survey (open through Friday, June 17) Cape Fear Region: Identify Problem Areas (open through Friday, June 17) If you would like to receive occasional news about the project, please subscribe to email updates. For more information about the state's RISE initiative in the Cape Fear COG region, contact NCORR Chief Resilience Officer Amanda Martin. For information about the program's local activities, contact RISE Cape Fear Region Facilitator Latoya Beatty. Technical Assistance Lead: JaLeesa Tate (Tetra Tech) If you are interested in joining the Cape Fear Stakeholder Partnership, you may reach out to any of the regional contacts listed above. Project Overview Step 1. Vulnerability Assessment The first phase of the project is the development of a vulnerability assessment. This analysis brings together science and local knowledge to paint a picture of hazards in the region and how they may change in the future. Step 2. Propose and Prioritize Projects The second phase of the project is the development of a portfolio of several projects that have regional benefits for resilience. Proposed projects could include construction projects, nature-based solutions, outreach and capacity building activities, or planning and policy developments. The regional benefit could come in many forms, such as reducing downstream flooding, offering a resource to multiple local governments, or crafting a pilot project with replicability in other places. A critical component of developing the portfolio is finding achievable paths to implementation, including funding sources and capacity considerations. The region will have the opportunity to select a project for seed funding from the Duke Energy Foundation RISE Accelerator Grant Program. Resource Documents The RISE effort builds on analysis and planning conducted over the last several years. These resources include: Bladen-Columbus-Robeson Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Southeastern NC Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2021 Hurricane Matthew Resilient Redevelopment Plans River Basin Studies North Carolina Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Plan
Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio The Cape Fear Council of Governments region includes Brunswick, Columbus, New Hanover and Pender counties. The Cape Fear Council of Governments is working with NCORR’s RISE Program to develop a portfolio of priority projects that strengthen regional resilience. This multi-phase effort includes a forward-looking vulnerability assessment, the identification of 5-10 high-priority projects and a list of the actions needed to implement each proposed project. A diverse stakeholder partnership is guiding the project to ensure that the scope of work reflects local priorities. The Cape Fear COG is offering project guidance, a local leader has been hired by the NC Rural Center to provide facilitation support and Tetra Tech is providing technical assistance. Get Involved Public Workshops Project Updates Project Contacts Public Workshop #1: Understanding Vulnerability from the Local Perspective April 7, 2022: 10–11 a.m. and 6–7 p.m. During this workshop, community stakeholders learned about the Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio Project and provided feedback on regional response and recovery strengths and weaknesses. Participants also had a chance to share personal experiences with disaster preparedness and recovery, and engage in small group discussions about climate hazards. Didn't make it to the workshop? Have additional input to contribute? You can still participate! Cape Fear Regional Resilience Portfolio Public Survey (open through Friday, June 17) Cape Fear Region: Identify Problem Areas (open through Friday, June 17) If you would like to receive occasional news about the project, please subscribe to email updates. For more information about the state's RISE initiative in the Cape Fear COG region, contact NCORR Chief Resilience Officer Amanda Martin. For information about the program's local activities, contact RISE Cape Fear Region Facilitator Latoya Beatty. Technical Assistance Lead: JaLeesa Tate (Tetra Tech) If you are interested in joining the Cape Fear Stakeholder Partnership, you may reach out to any of the regional contacts listed above. Project Overview Step 1. Vulnerability Assessment The first phase of the project is the development of a vulnerability assessment. This analysis brings together science and local knowledge to paint a picture of hazards in the region and how they may change in the future. Step 2. Propose and Prioritize Projects The second phase of the project is the development of a portfolio of several projects that have regional benefits for resilience. Proposed projects could include construction projects, nature-based solutions, outreach and capacity building activities, or planning and policy developments. The regional benefit could come in many forms, such as reducing downstream flooding, offering a resource to multiple local governments, or crafting a pilot project with replicability in other places. A critical component of developing the portfolio is finding achievable paths to implementation, including funding sources and capacity considerations. The region will have the opportunity to select a project for seed funding from the Duke Energy Foundation RISE Accelerator Grant Program. Resource Documents The RISE effort builds on analysis and planning conducted over the last several years. These resources include: Bladen-Columbus-Robeson Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan Southeastern NC Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan 2021 Hurricane Matthew Resilient Redevelopment Plans River Basin Studies North Carolina Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Plan
