Members Approve VLCT's 2023-2024 Municipal Legislative Policy

Currently serving local officials who were physically present at the VLCT Annual Meeting reviewed the draft Municipal Policy and had opportunities to discuss details and propose amendments to it. Designated city and town delegates voted to approve it with no edits of substance.

Municipal Action Paper on Taxation and Budgets

This white paper summarizes, for VLCT members in addition to candidates for the Vermont General Assembly, the budget-related concerns and challenges that confront Vermont municipalities as the new legislative biennium approaches. Papers on two more topics will follow.

NEW Dog & Domestic Pet Control Resources! 

This new Municipal Topic page has resources including FAQs and a toolkit for conducting dog & domestic pet bite hearings.

Great Rates in Sight for Four More Years

VLCT members can offer their employees vision insurance through EyeMed vision coverage with no increase to rates for another four years! Find the updated plan comparison chart and benefit summaries on our Vision Insurance Plans and Rates webpage.

Municipal Champions Recognized at Town Fair Awards Event

Read about the four individuals who received special acknowledgement for their years of service that has benefited municipalities in Vermont.

Trivia Time!

Which Vermont city completed more than 100 efficiency projects in one year, saving local businesses nearly $500,000 – and saving the city over $35,000 – each year?

Apply by 10/19 for Winter Placemaking Grants from AARP

These AARP grants will provide eligible groups $4,000 per project for programming or infrastructure improvements for a public space during the winter months.

How to Create Better Places through Crowdfunding – 10/19 Webinar

Are you dreaming of more parks and green spaces, a vibrant main street, colorful public art projects, community gardens, or cultural events? Better Places grants from the Dept. of Health & Community Development can help turn your idea into a reality! Hear how local leaders in Arlington and White River Junction used crowdfunding to create vibrant public places in their communities. Learn more on Wednesday 10/19 at 12 PM by attending the Better Places program’s fall project creators webinar.

Comment on ANR's Draft MRGP Before 10/24

The draft General Permit 3-9040 for Stormwater Discharges from Municipal Roads (MRGP) would affect all municipal roads, Classes 1-4.

Renewable Energy Vermont (REV)'s Annual Conference

The largest comprehensive renewable energy event in New England takes place in Burlington on Thursday 10/27 and Friday 10/28. Topics include permit reform, financing options for renewables, and electric vehicle charging; experts will talk about how the Inflation Reduction Act can help municipalities; and more.

Vermont Statewide Housing Conference 11/16

This is the only conference that brings together housing professionals from across the state to cover a comprehensive range of topics like housing development, single family financing, affordable housing, housing policy, local planning for housing, homelessness, and other special topics. What can each of us in our various roles do to solve the housing crisis? Register by 11/11.

NLC on Accessing Federal Funding for Cybersecurity

This NLC article gives perspective on what is involved with major cybersecurity funds getting to municipalities. Stay tuned for more about your access in Vermont.