Representing Dover, Jamaica, Somerset, Stratton and Wardsboro
The Wardsboro Energy Committee will be hosting our first “Dessert and Learn; entitled: Do it Yourself Home Efficiency Improvements” on Tuesday, June 25th, 2019 at the Wardsboro Town Hall; starting at 7:15PM. Dessert donations to share are welcome but not necessary. The event is free and open to all. Just come join some friends and neighbors to discuss no-cost and low-cost …
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The public is invited to a bill signing ceremony for H.513, An act relating to broadband deployment throughout Vermont this Thursday June 20th with Governor Phil Scott, Department of Public Service Commissioner June Tierney and key legislative committees: House Energy and Technology Chairman Tim Briglin and Windham County Senator Becca Balint who will speak on behalf …
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The Consumer Assistance Program has received several scam reports that Vermonters are being contacted by a new robocall phone scam that claims that their credit card has been charged by Amazon. The automated call instructs people to call back to get a refund. Scammers then attempt to gain remote access to computers. Hang up the …
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Courage is reckoned the greatest of all virtues; because, unless a man has that virtue, he has no security for preserving any other. ~Samuel Johnson
Interesting issues in the ed finance/property tax in the last two weeks. First there is a growing need for funding for state placed students (students having to live in foster families) who are coming into the public school system with increased trauma and need - some of which is being driven by the opioid epidemic. …
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Lead bill passes House, Green Up Day details, countdown to the end of session
See the draft plan and learn about public comment options here: https://publicservice.vermont.gov/announcements/2018-telecommunications-plan-final-draft-available-review
The U.S. Small Business Administration would like to help Veterans, Service Members and their families start or grow a business. On November 8 during National Veteran Small Business Week, the Vermont District Office of the SBA is hosting an event to learn more about owning a small business. The event will go over specific services and programs available …
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Vermont seek's proposals for the administration and implementation of the electric school and transit bus pilot program
I was fortunate enough to attend today's dedication of a Gold Star Family monument and to meet 95 year old Medal of Honor recipient Hershel "Woody" Williams. Woody survived the battle on Iwo Jima. Woody spoke of his mission to draw attention to the sacrifice made by families and friends of fallen soldiers, and his …
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Vermont State Representative Laura Sibilia 