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This Week's Anticipated Topics in Legislative Committees

See what Vermont's legislative committees plan to work on after last week's town meeting recess. For the very latest information, use the links at the top of the page.


Need One-On-One Help with Your ARPA Reporting?

Don't wait! Schedule a 30-minute slot in our April calendar now, so you can report before the 4/30 deadline.


Finance Officials and Staff: Your Survey Window Has Been Widened

Finance survey responses are now due by Mon 3/25. In the survey, you can click on Save to get an email with a link you can forward for colleague(s) to fill in other sections.


Vt Dept of Taxes on Tax Abatement for Flood Damaged Property

Learn how to request reimbursement of state education property taxes that your municipality has abated on behalf of the taxpayer.


Seven Counties Eligible for FEMA PA $ for December Flooding

Two in-person briefings remain for municipalities interested in applying: Wed 3/13, 10:30 AM in White River Junction and Thu 3/14, 10:30 AM in Mendon.


Protect Your Community’s Housing and Economy

If your community has a flood-vulnerable structure (residential or commercial) that would benefit from elevation or mitigation, learn about federal funding that municipalities apply for on behalf of property owners.


Make Your Project a Priority for USDA Funding

If your project implements an eligible regional or state plan, you can boost its competitiveness for USDA Rural Development funding.


Did You Get Some Great Photos of Your Town Meeting Day?

We welcome your town meeting photos – whether they are indoors, outdoors, new, or old. Please submit them through our Community Lens page, vlct.org/love.


Become a Vermont Certified Public Manager!

Apply by 5/1 for this two-year, multi-course learning experience for current and emerging leaders in Vermont state and local governments.

The Latest VLCT News

Flood Recovery Check-In

Tue 3/19 and 4/16, 1 PM – 2 PM

This free series supports municipal officials still dealing with the effects of 2023's major flood events. Each features a special topic and Q&A. Signing up once admits you to the full series, and everyone can view past recordings and resources.

Eclipse Planning Check-In

Thu 3/21 and 4/4, 10 AM – 11 AM

On 4/8, a total solar eclipse will traverse much of the northern half of Vermont. Consider how your municipality can prepare for and benefit from the likely influx of out-of-state visitors.

Selectboard Essentials: Your Building Blocks for Success

Sat 3/23, 9 AM – 2:30 PM

Lake Morey Resort, Fairlee – In Person!

New and returning governing board members will learn key foundational information about selectboard responsibilities, network with counterparts from around the state, meet VLCT MAC staff, and hear about VLCT’s legislative advocacy and risk management programs.

Advocacy Chat

Mon 3/25, 11 AM – 12 PM

Join Josh Hanford, Ted Brady, and your interested counterparts in our biweekly discussions of current issues in the Vermont General Assembly.

Legal Lunch Hour

Wed 3/27, 12 PM – 1 PM

Our Municipal Assistance Center attorneys will answer attendees’ questions about being a new local official and whatever else is on attendees' minds. Bring your lunch and your questions!

Grant Basics: Before the Grant

Tue 4/9, 10 AM – 12 PM

Learn about the forethought and planning that can make all the difference before applying for a grant. Successful projects are built on the pillars of strong leadership, communication, organization, coordination, and partnership.

Upcoming VLCT Events

FEATURED CLASSIFIEDS

Town Administrator

Cambridge

RFP: Engineering Services for Bridge Replacement

Strafford

Interim Zoning Administrator - Part Time

Duxbury

Short-Term Rental Administrator

Londonderry

Police Sergeant

St. Johnsbury

Resource Planner III

Burlington Electric Department

All VLCT Classifieds

OTHER NEWS & EVENTS

ACCD Launches "Homes for All" Toolkit This Week

On Thu 3/14, 9 AM - 12 PM in Barre, local leaders and housing champions can attend an interactive event introducing new housing tools that could help your community add diverse and "missing middle" housing.


Community Trusts and Your Town

On Fri 3/15, 10 AM - 11:30 AM, this virtual workshop by the Vermont Community Leadership Network will explain community trusts, explore best practices and strategies, and more.


Catch Bond Bank's Annual Capital Planning Forum!

This in-person event is for governmental units of all sizes and associated professionals to explore Vermont-specific best practices in capital planning. Thu 4/11, 9 AM - 4:00 PM in Barre.


“Weathering the Storm” All-Day Conference

On Thu 5/2, 8 AM - 4:15 PM in Burlington, community planners, municipalities, disaster management professionals, and others will learn about climate change impacts and response from a variety of presenters. Hosted by the Vermont Environmental Consortium.


May Deadline to Apply for a MERP Mini Grant

All municipalities qualify for a non-competitive Municipal Energy Resilience Program (MERP) Community Capacity Building Mini Grant, but the opportunity closes on 5/31.

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