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Are Your Budget & Payroll Ready? FLSA Minimum Salaries Rise on 7/1!
Learn about significant changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)'s rules for exempt employees and non-exempt overtime pay. They go into effect in less than eight weeks.
Dental Enrollment is Open!
If your municipality doesn’t already offer it, look into this excellent employee benefit from a long-time VLCT partner.
Legislative Committees' Plans for This Week – Last of 2023/24 Biennium?
For the very latest information, use the links at the top of the page.
USDA Rural Development + State of Vt + VLCT Team Up
VLCT's role will be to provide members in times of need with direct one-on-one technical assistance, including resources and curriculum to apply for and implement $1million in federal funds.
Vermont Flood Recovery Symposium
Attend one of three regional events – on 6/4, 6/5, or 6/6 – for in-person workshops and one-on-one sessions with federal program staff who will help you navigate the way to recovery. VLCT's May Flood Recovery Check-In is cancelled, so we hope you can attend a symposium!
New Federal Guidance on Election Security
Three new resources from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) will help election officials address cyber and physical security weaknesses for elections and polling places.
For Police Depts and Law Enforcement Certified Constables
2024 Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership grants cover 50% of the cost of body armor purchased for law enforcement officers. Apply by 6/10.
Consider Serving on a VLCT Policy Committee This Summer
The 2025/26 legislative biennium will be heralded by members who participate in updating VLCT’s Public Policy.
Is Your Municipal Website Accessible Enough?
Municipal websites and mobile apps must meet new federal Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. See our news item for exceptions and deadlines.
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