Mad River Valley Planning District

06/11/2026

Tonight at The Big Picture Theater & Café! We hope you join us in taking the Attitude of Gratitude Pledge🌲☀️🏞️

Join conservation and recreation organizations from around the Valley to kick off the newly developed Attitude of Gratitude code of ethics, a shared pledge to care for the trails, lands, farms, and neighbors that make the Mad River Valley so special! 🌳

📍Where: Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield
🗓When: June 11 at 6:00 PM

Take the pledge, meet other outdoor enthusiasts, and learn about different conservation and recreation initiatives in the Valley.

Together, we will continue to build a culture of respect, stewardship, and gratitude for the landscape we love!

This is a great opportunity to connect with folks from:
Mad River Path
Friends of the Mad River
Mad River Riders
Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition
Mad River Valley Recreation District - MRVRD
Mad River Ridge Runners
Mad River Valley
Moretown Recreation Committee
Mad River Bear Initiative
Mad Dog Chapter Trout Unlimited
Fayston Conservation Commission
Waitsfield Conservation Commission
Warren Conservation Commission

The Attitude of Gratitude code of ethics was created by the Conservation Recreation Visioning (CRV) group. CRV is made up of Mad River Valley recreation and conservation organizations, with the shared goal of sustaining and enhancing environmental integrity while embracing opportunities for outdoor recreation.

06/08/2026

There's still time to take the MRV Community Wellbeing survey! Participants have the chance to win a gift card from a number of wonderful businesses, like Sugarbush Resort SHaRC, Deco Restaurant and Bar, and Gather Round Family Chef Service!

Your voice matters–every response helps us better understand our community. Results will be shared with Valley Selectboards, Planning Commissions, and other local decision-makers.

Take the survey today: https://bit.ly/2026mrvwellbeingsurvey

Have you heard about the MRV Community Wellbeing Survey? 💭

The survey, now in its fourth year, helps us better understand how our community is doing. Share your thoughts on wellbeing, belonging, affordability, housing, recreation, education, life satisfaction, and more to help guide future planning efforts in the Valley! 🌄

Check in with the Planning District by taking the survey! You might just win a gift card to Sugarbush Resort SHaRC, Deco Restaurant and Bar, or Gather Round Family Chef Service!

Take the survey today:
https://bit.ly/2026mrvwellbeingsurvey

05/30/2026

Have you heard about the MRV Community Wellbeing Survey? 💭

The survey, now in its fourth year, helps us better understand how our community is doing. Share your thoughts on wellbeing, belonging, affordability, housing, recreation, education, life satisfaction, and more to help guide future planning efforts in the Valley! 🌄

Check in with the Planning District by taking the survey! You might just win a gift card to Sugarbush Resort SHaRC, Deco Restaurant and Bar, or Gather Round Family Chef Service!

Take the survey today:
https://bit.ly/2026mrvwellbeingsurvey

05/29/2026

Join conservation and recreation organizations from around the Valley to kick off the newly developed Attitude of Gratitude code of ethics, a shared pledge to care for the trails, lands, farms, and neighbors that make the Mad River Valley so special! 🌳

📍Where: Big Picture Theater, Waitsfield
🗓When: June 11 at 6:00 PM

Take the pledge, meet other outdoor enthusiasts, and learn about different conservation and recreation initiatives in the Valley.

Together, we will continue to build a culture of respect, stewardship, and gratitude for the landscape we love!

This is a great opportunity to connect with folks from:
Mad River Path
Friends of the Mad River
Mad River Riders
Mad River Valley Backcountry Coalition
Mad River Valley Recreation District - MRVRD
Mad River Ridge Runners
Mad River Valley
Moretown Recreation Committee
Mad River Bear Initiative
Mad Dog Chapter Trout Unlimited
Fayston Conservation Commission
Waitsfield Conservation Commission
Warren Conservation Commission

The Attitude of Gratitude code of ethics was created by the Conservation Recreation Visioning (CRV) group. CRV is made up of Mad River Valley recreation and conservation organizations, with the shared goal of sustaining and enhancing environmental integrity while embracing opportunities for outdoor recreation.

05/21/2026

Have you subscribed to our e-newsletter? It's a great way to stay on top of planning initiatives and news throughout the Valley ☀

Check out our May message here... and take the MRV Community Wellbeing Survey if you haven't already!
https://mailchi.mp/mrvpd/mrpvd-may-2026-newsletter-12821139

05/12/2026

Interested in learning more about the work and initiatives of the Mad River Valley Planning District (MRVPD)?

The MRVPD Steering Committee meets monthly, and meetings are open to the public. Meetings are typically held on the third Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM.

Upcoming Meetings:

➡May 14, 2026
The next Steering Committee meeting will take place at 7:00 PM in the conference room at the Waitsfield Town Offices. Chad McGann, Municipal Roads General Permit (MRGP) Coordinator for the State of Vermont, will present on the MRGP program and strategies municipalities can use to mitigate stormwater-related erosion and damage to local roads.

➡June 18, 2026
Alex Weinhagen of the Vermont Land Use Review Board will present on Act 181 and its implications for communities and land use planning in Vermont.

➡Later this summer
Tri-Valley Transit will provide an update on the transition from Green Mountain Transit (GMT) and discuss the future of Mad Bus service in the Valley.

Meeting agendas and minutes are available here:
https://mrvpd.org/agendas-minutes/

05/07/2026

What’s it really like to live in the Mad River Valley right now?

Share your perspective through the MRV Community Wellbeing Survey. The Wellbeing Survey gives residents a chance to share what the MRV is doing well – and how we can do better. Results help inform community conversations, priorities, and planning efforts across the Valley.

In 2024:
🌿 Physical Environment remained the highest-rated domain
📈 Education & Culture saw the greatest improvement
📉 Governance experienced the largest decline

Your voice matters! In 2024, nearly 600 residents responded to the survey, and this year we’re hoping to grow that number. Please consider sharing the survey with your MRV friends and family.

Take the survey today for a chance to win prizes to Deco Bar & Restaurant, Sugarbush SHaRC, or Gather Round Chef Service:
https://bit.ly/2026mrvwellbeingsurvey

Check out the full report on 2024's results:
https://mrvpd.org/news-and-notices/2024-mrv-community-wellbeing-survey-results/

05/02/2026

How are you doing? The Planning District wants to know! 💭

Residents of Waitsfield, Fayston, and Warren are invited to check in with the Mad River Valley Planning District and share their perspective on life in the Valley by taking the fourth Community Wellbeing Survey.

The Wellbeing Survey is a tool to help our community better understand how the MRV’s people, economy, and environment are doing. Question topics include life satisfaction, mental and physical health, community vitality, social connectedness, access to recreation, and material wellbeing.

Take the survey for a chance to win prizes from the following wonderful local businesses:
🍔 Deco Restaurant and Bar
💪 SHaRC
👩‍🍳 Gather Round Chef Service

➡Take the survey: https://bit.ly/2026mrvwellbeingsurvey

Prefer a paper copy? You can find print versions of the survey at the Waitsfield, Warren, and Fayston Town Offices, as well as at Joslin Memorial Library and Warren Public Library Vermont. Or come on down to the Green Valley Rally and say hi, we'll be there until 2pm.

12/03/2025

Winter is almost here! ❄️ And your FREE, no-stress ride around the Mad River Valley is almost back.

The Mad Bus returns later this month with FREE seasonal service throughout the Mad River Valley — from condos, hotels, and hostels to shops, restaurants, and Sugarbush Resort.

Whether you're a visitor, a local, or staying slopeside, the Mad Bus makes getting around easy, stress-free, and sustainable.

Service begins Friday, December 19. More details coming soon!

11/11/2025

Are you passionate about helping rural communities thrive? So are we!

The Mad River Valley Planning District is looking for a Community Planner to work with residents, organizations, and local leaders on exciting community initiatives. If you’re a changemaker who loves data-driven planning and the power of connection, we want to hear from you!

📅 Apply by: December 8, 2025
➡️ Learn more: https://shorturl.at/PhD6D