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August 2025
This issue of the VLCT Journal is focused almost exclusively on VLCT's annual conference, Town Fair. First, meet our new Events and Partnerships Coordinator, Allie Buckley, and consider nominating a qualified candidate for the VLCT Board of Directors. Then, join us on Wednesday, October 8 at the DoubleTree in South Burlington to connect with colleagues, visit exhibitors, attend concurrent sessions, win prizes, and more. Make sure to register soon: the Early Bird rate ends August 31. And don't forget to sign up soon to attend the Annual Meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, October 7.
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Start Town Fair with Conversation and Connection
Fuel up for the day ahead with a full hot breakfast – eggs, pancakes, coffee, and more – while diving into the issues that matter most to Vermont’s municipal officials. At our popular Breakfast Roundtables, you'll choose a table focused on a topic relevant to your role or interests – ranging from governance and compliance to community development, employee benefits, leadership, and beyond.
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Municipal Bonds: Best Practices to Get Voter Approval
Preparation for a bond vote is a complicated process with many legal requirements often coordinated between the town clerk and municipal bond attorney. Attend this Town Fair session to hear about best practices to stay on track and not miss any important steps ahead of and beyond the voter authorization..
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Productivity to Policy: Listers and Assessors Track Has Broad Appeal
Developed with the needs of listers and assessors in mind, this Town Fair training track demonstrates how similar needs and challenges are across local government positions. Start the day by hearing from an efficiency expert about how to break "the busy barrier", and later in the day get an update on Vermont's property valuation system.
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Virtual and Vital: Attend the VLCT, PACIF, and VERB Annual Meeting
Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to help guide the work of VLCT, PACIF, and VERB. At this official annual business meeting, members will vote on board members, review the past year’s work, and take action on items that affect every Vermont municipality. Registration for the Annual Meeting is separate from Town Fair. After you register you'll receive an email from Zoom with your link to join.
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Clerks and Treasurers Track Delivers Key Information
These Town Fair sessions aim to support your critical role with training that clarifies legal requirements and shares practical best practices. Developed in partnership with municipal clerks and the Vermont Municipal Clerks’ and Treasurers’ Association (VMCTA), this track covers key responsibilities like tax remittance, bond votes, and ethics compliance.
| | Thank you, Sponsors! Business Alliance Program members, especially Town Fair and Corporate Sponsors, help us keep the costs low and the quality high at Town Fair and throughout the year. Make sure to explore the list of program members and visit the tradeshow to say hi when you're at Town Fair. | | Featured Resources & Opportunities | | |
Training at Town Fair: Practical, Timely, and Built for Vermont Communities
Town Fair offers a full day of targeted training opportunities designed specifically for Vermont’s municipal officials. Hear from statewide and national experts, get practical tools you can bring back to your municipality, and engage in meaningful peer discussions on the issues that matter most. Sessions are especially relevant for the role(s) named in the track, but unless otherwise noted they are open to everyone.
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Discover What's New on the Tradeshow Floor
Walk around the bustling Town Fair tradeshow floor and discover dozens of exhibitors ready to share tools, services, and solutions your community can use. Browse the latest products, connect with knowledgeable vendors, and take part in raffles and giveaways along the way. You might walk away with new ideas, a favorite pen or lip balm (if you visit the VLCT booths), and a prize.
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Sundaes and Surprises Support VLCT's Municipal Service Scholarship
Create your perfect treat at the build-your-own sundae bar, then stick around for the drawing of 50+ fantastic Vermont-based raffle prizes – from ski weekends and pool passes to gift baskets, local dining, and more. One free ticket is available to every attendee, and 100% of proceeds from additional ticket sales benefit VLCT’s Municipal Service Scholarship.
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Developments in Parity and Privacy Rulings
Stay informed about recent changes related to Mental Health Parity and HIPAA Reproductive Privacy Rights. Learn how these updates may affect your health plan and compliance efforts.
P.S.: Visit Acrisure staff at their Town Fair booth!
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On Demand Training and More
Did you know the vast majority of VLCT's live training is available to watch on demand? Visit the store to "purchase" a product, and you'll receive a link to view the recorded training and access supporting documents. Learn on your schedule!
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