Respond by the end of next week to (a) make sure your data is included in the forthcoming 2022 report, (b) be entered to win a free iPad, and (c) receive your copy of the report for free! In today’s extremely challenging labor market, having information from many different members will be key to knowing how the pay & benefits you offer measure up to other municipalities. Nobody wants to lose employees to other employers! Learn whether your municipality has responded yet.

VLCT will soon launch our new Federal Funding Assistance Program (FFA), which will house our current ARPA Assistance and Coordination Program in addition to providing guidance and resources for applying for and using many forms of federal and state funds at the municipal level.

Equifax has assigned VLCT a new Unemployment Insurance Consultant. Unemployment Insurance Program members are advised to respond to Haley’s requests in a timely manner to avoid any state penalties. Contact her at Haley.Elick@equifax.com, 833-946-0624 x3014 (T), or 888-536-2207 (F).

Annual PCORI fees, federally mandated on all HRA (health reimbursement arrangement) plans, must be paid by 8/1. The fee for each employee participating in a 2021 HRA plan is now $2.79. Click here for the updated 720 form and instructions.

Thu 7/28, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
Attendees will receive a high-level overview of the selectboard’s legal responsibilities along with a closer look at governmental accounting basics. Topics will include why and how governmental accounting is different from the private sector, different types of funds, and how to read government financial statements.

Thu 8/11, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM
For more than four decades, Senator Patrick Leahy has been a champion of the historic built environments that help define Vermont and serve as the epicenter of Vermont life. Now it’s time to celebrate those contributions with food, live music, drinks, and a toast to Senator Leahy.

Tue 8/23, 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
When it comes to dog control, having effective ordinances and ensuring proper enforcement are big priorities for municipalities seeking to keep the peace among all residents. This online training will address the various challenges and suggest workable solutions.

Thu–Fri, 10/06–10/07
Save the Date — Registration coming soon! From practical advice to visionary insight, Town Fair 2022 is your opportunity to connect with colleagues, learn about new products and services from key partner exhibitors, win exciting prizes, and hear from topic experts about the issues most important to municipalities right now.
Energy is one of the biggest expenses for many municipalities. Efficiency Vermont can help you identify energy saving opportunities that can reduce costs for the whole town. Fill out the form at efficiencyvermont.com/towns to get started with a free consultation. 

VTrans is now accepting grant applications for its Municipal Park-and-Ride Grant Program, which provides funding for improvements of small park-and-ride facilities in Vermont communities.

The Vermont Council on Rural Development invites Vermonters of all backgrounds who are working to improve life in their towns to attend the 2022 Community Leadership Summit on Wed 8/10 at Vermont Technical College. The agenda includes skills workshops, networking opportunities, community project panels, and forum discussions.