Schedule a Time to Get Help With Your ARPA Reporting

The 4/30 deadline for submitting your 2024 Project and Expenditure Report is coming soon. Schedule one-to-one help now before our calendar fills up and you miss out!


Zoom in to Vermont's Conservation Strategy Focus Group This Thursday

Municipalities are a stakeholder, and an inventory report will be delivered to the legislature this summer. Please meet virtually with the Vermont Housing Conservation Board in this one-time-only focus group! Thu 4/11 at 10:30 AM.


New Brand Name for VLCT's Life and Health Insurance Advisory Partner

What used to be known as Hickok and Boardman HR Intelligence was rebranded on 3/25 as Acrisure. This changes some contact information but not the people you rely on.


Federal Payments Available for Solar or EV Charging Projects

Attend this 4/18 webinar from the federal government to learn rules and watch a demonstration of filling in tax forms to file so your municipality can claim its cash payment.


How to Navigate Social Media as a Local Leader

The Local Government Legal Center's 4/22 webinar will explain when local officials posting on social media are considered “state actors” for the purposes of the First Amendment.


NLC Seeks Info on Local Financial Empowerment Initiatives

Share your example of a local effort to improve the financial well-being of families with the National League of Cities so they can share ideas among municipal leaders nationwide. Reply to their survey by 4/30.


Guidance on Hydrologic and Hydraulic Studies for FEMA PA Projects

This new guide from the State of Vermont explains what to do when FEMA requires a hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) study. 


Two Communication Tools for Emergency Preparedness

When responding to a disaster or planning a large event, communication is a critical factor in a municipality's effectiveness and/or success. Learn about two tools that can be a big help.


Legislative Committees' Planned Work for This Week

See the Monday plan for what the Vermont's legislative committees are working on this week. For the very latest information, use the links at the top of the page.

The Latest VLCT News

Liability and Risk Management Guidance for Municipal Leaders

Thu 4/11, 10 AM – 11 AM

Municipal leaders will learn how to navigate the risk & liability responsibilities of their role and make strategic decisions that may affect the municipality’s insurance rates and claims. For PACIF members only.

Flood Recovery Check-In

CANCELLED for Tue 4/16

Next Check-In: Tue May 21, 1 PM – 2 PM

This series supports municipal officials still dealing with the effects of 2023's major flood events. Each month features a special topic and Q&A.

Open Meeting Law for Boards and Committees

Wed 4/17 10 AM – 11:30 AM

If you serve on a municipal board, council, commission, or committee, you need to know how to comply with Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. Learn the essential requirements in this 90-minute webinar.

Advocacy Chat

Mon 4/22 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.

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Transfer Station Lead Generalist II

Rutland County Solid Waste District

Stormwater Field Specialist

Burlington

Public Works Employee

Canaan

Administrative Coordinator

Woodstock

Road Foreman

Fayston

Career Fire Captain

Colchester

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OTHER NEWS & EVENTS

VTrans Grants-in-Aid Program Letter of Intent Due 5/10

These grants support use of erosion control and maintenance techniques for best management practices in compliance with the Municipal Roads General Permit.


Tax Increment Financing Conference in May

This in-person event on Mon 5/20 in South Burlington will combine networking with learning about how to maximize the power of tax increment financing.

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