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New Compensation and Benefits Report is Available!
Members that responded to our Compensation and Benefits Survey this past summer have received their free spiral-bound print of the report and digital access to the data. Our online store lets others order a set and lets responding municipalities order a second print.
More Info Now Required for Workers’ Comp Claims
Computer system changes being implemented by the State of Vermont will require PACIF workers’ compensation adjusters to ask for more claim information in the course of their work. None of us should take this personally!
State Government Seeks Your Climate Infrastructure Input
Let legislators (via the Treasurer's Office) know how state government can support and coordinate financing of climate infrastructure for municipalities. Either attend the municipality-focused Zoom listening session the morning of Mon 10/30 or write to the special email address by Fri 11/3.
New Davis-Bacon Wages Rules Apply 10/23
The US Department of Labor updated regulations for the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, which apply to every federally funded construction project, such as water, wastewater, highways, broadband, energy, etc. The updates streamline and standardize compliance, but contractors and contracting entities, such as municipalities, will carry more risk.
Grants, Grant, Grants!
Fall grant season has arrived! Have you checked out our Open Funding Opportunities webpage lately? You’ll find grants to support outdoor recreation, clean water, transportation, trees, EV charging, disaster recovery, and much more — and a link to our funding-related Consults On Call service.
Need to Reduce Road Maintenance Costs?
Apply by 12/20 for a Better Roads Grant to help improve water quality and reduce maintenance costs on your paved or gravel roads.
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