Webinar: Vermont’s Climate Progress: What’s Happening, What’s Not, What’s Needed

Join VNRC and partners on November 20th at 12pm for an overview of Energy Action Network's Annual Progress Report, featuring insights from EAN Executive Director Jared Duval. Learn about Vermont's current emissions, energy usage, and their impact on the economy and equity. Get updates on key policy priorities for the 2024 legislative session, such as modernizing the Renewable Energy Standard and addressing climate-induced disasters through accountability measures for big oil. Don't miss this concise webinar for crucial information on resilience and adaptation solutions. Register here!

Health Equity Community Conversation

Join fellow central Vermont community members in coming together to discuss how understanding of identity can improve safety and crisis response in our community.

Do you identify as a member of a marginalized community? If you hold any of the following identities your input would be greatly appreciated: BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, low Income, unhoused and/or experience with housing insecurity, lived experience with mental illness and/or substance use disorder. This list is not all encompassing. All identities welcome in this conversation.

Join central Vermont Community members in coming together in conversation to answer questions such as: What are the key factors influencing your interactions with first responders and community services in addressing your mental health and substance-related needs, and what can be done to enhance your sense of safety in these situations?

🗓️ When: Thursday, November 30, 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

📍 Where: Old Labor Hall, 46 Granite St, Barre, VT 05641

💬 What: Community conversation & free food

🔗 RSVP: Registration is encouraged (cash available for all attendees and other supports as requested). Register here: https://bit.ly/health-equity-barre

Please pass this invitation along to others who may be interested. Contact Rebecca Goldfinger-Fein with any questions, r.goldfinger.fein@gmail.com.

Save the Date: VECAN 2023 Annual Conference

The 2023 Annual VECAN Conference will be December 5th to 8th – virtually – from noon to 1:30 pm each day. Explore crucial topics around rebuilding and recovering from climate-induced disasters more equitably. Discover ways to access state and federal funding and programs, engage with legislators in a roundtable discussion, and participate in a peer-to-peer exchange with town energy committees. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and network with experts in the field of clean energy and community engagement. Please mark your calendars for this important series of explorations and conversations starting December 5th at noon! More details and registration coming soon.

VTrans wants Your Feedback on the Barre Town Bridge #21 Replacement Project

Please complete a short end of project survey about the construction on the Barre Town Bridge #21 Replacement Project located in the Town of Barre on VT Route 110 over Jail Branch just west of the roundabout at the intersection with U.S. Route 302.  

VTrans is seeking your feedback on the construction and communication throughout the project. The survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete and will provide valuable insight to the project team. Please click HERE or click on the button below to access the survey.

RFPs & Grant Information

VTrans Electrify Your Fleet Program

The VTrans has launched their Electrify Your Fleet program, offering organizations the opportunity to apply for up to twenty $2,500 incentives. The Electrify Your Fleet program aims to transition from fossil-fueled transportation, addressing carbon emissions and promoting cleaner options. Priority is given to historically underserved communities. Eligible vehicles include electric, hybrid, bicycles, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. Participants must hold the vehicles for 24 months and demonstrate emission reduction. Learn more here and apply here! 

Request for Proposals: Municipal Scoping Study - Town of Orange

The Town of Orange is requesting proposals for production of a scoping study to identify alternatives, issues and costs and provide recommendations related to construction of a crosswalk and sidewalks facility in the Orange Village, funded in part by the Federal Highway Administration and the Town of Orange, through the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) Municipal Assistance Section (MAS). Proposals due December 15th. Full details here