Rep. Wood: A look at two key bills moving along in session’s second half
We are at the midpoint of the 2023 legislative session. It was a pleasure to be with you in person at Town Meeting this year. Here’s what we’ve been up to in the House Human Services Committee.
Sen. Bernie Sanders shares student ‘State of the Union’ essays
Dear fellow Vermonters - every year, for more than a decade now, I have held an annual essay contest for Vermont high school students on the “State of the Union.”
LETTER: Proposed Shutesville Hill project conflicts with Waterbury town plan, bylaws
To the Community: Regarding the proposed Shutesville Hill 50-unit development: This project is out of character with the written goals and objectives of Waterbury’s town plan and town bylaws.
Gov. Scott: Vision, priorities, leadership needed to capitalize on historic funding
Town Meeting week is not only a good time to get involved in local politics, but also to check in on what’s going on in state government.
Disability rights group calls for more inclusive town meetings
To the community: For as long as Vermont has been a state, there has been Town Meeting Day – an opportunity for community members to come together and cast their votes for a shared future.
Manager calls attention to important Town Meeting ‘other business’
To the community: On behalf of the Selectboard I wanted to raise awareness about an important item for Town Meeting Day. At the end of the meeting, under "Other Business," the Selectboard would like to engage the community in a conversation about the future of Town Meeting. I am writing this post to encourage everyone to attend Town Meeting and to participate in this conversation.
Letter: Kane Sweeney cares about this town
To the community: My name is Zak Williams and my whole childhood and most of my adult life I have lived in Waterbury.
Letter: Endorsing Chris Viens
To the community - Chris Viens is a true lifelong Vermonter as a Waterbury resident, family man, local builder and contractor, and for nearly a decade a member of the Waterbury Select Board.
Jake Pitman: Ready to serve a full term on school board
To the community: My name is Jake Pitman, and I am seeking election for a 3-year term on the Harwood Unified Union School District School Board to represent Waterbury.
Cindy Senning: Continuing to work to support local schools
Hello Duxbury voters! I am Cindy Senning one of your two representatives to the Harwood Unified Union School District School Board. I am on the ballot this March to continue in that position for three years.
Commentary: Climate activist explains ‘Why I remain hopeful’
My name is Jordan Heiden. I’m a young Vermonter who drives a hybrid, has 17 solar panels on her roof, and joyfully embraces a fully plant-based diet. I’m also the Keep Vermont Cool campaign manager.
Affordable Heat Act cuts pollution, lowers costs for Vermonters
I grew up in a lower-income family, moving from apartment to apartment. Our family experienced firsthand the challenge of paying for high-cost, fossil fuel-based heat, often in un-weatherized apartments.
Life LeGeros: Running to represent Duxbury on school board
My name is Life LeGeros and I’m running for one of the Duxbury seats on the Harwood Unified Union School District School Board. I have been serving on the board since May 2022 after volunteering to serve in an open seat.
Ben Clark: Seeking Moretown’s open school board seat
Hello fellow community members! For those who don't know me, my name is Ben Clark and I am a proud father of three.
Commentary: Is Rube Goldberg owed an apology?
State Sen. Dick McCormack, D-Windsor, was a member of the Vermont Senate during my service in that chamber and his voting record differed from mine in many instances.
Rep. Torre: Legislative update (week 6)
It's been exciting to participate in some groundbreaking legislation recently in the State House.
Rep. Wood: Navigating a busy Human Services Committee docket
The new session is off and running. As the new chair of the House Human Services Committee, I’ve been learning the role of a committee chair.
Chris Viens: Looking to serve another year on Waterbury Select Board
Hello Waterbury voters - This is Chris Viens. I am one of your current selectboard members and I am hoping to get your support to serve another year on top of the 10 years I already have.
Rotary aims for local projects, global impacts
Waterbury Rotary is seen regularly around town working on familiar events and projects such as Concerts in the Park, Not Quite Independence Day, the annual Food Shelf Turkey Drive, the Easter Parade and Egg Hunt, distributing dictionaries to third graders and a genuine presence in our community.
LETTER: Central Vermont voters get a say on Career Center budget
The Central Vermont Career Center has been serving the communities of Central Vermont – and its students – since 1969.