Council on the Future of Vermont
The Council on the Future of Vermont (www.futureofvermont.org)
About once a generation Vermonters have paused from their daily concerns and seasonal politics to take part in statewide conversation that considers where we are, where we are going, and the realities and trends that will influence our common future. Such studies have often resulted in major findings about who we are as a people and the evolving assumptions and goals we share. They also have led us, as a state, to articulate a set of values that are embedded now in our special Vermont sense of place, dedication to community, and brand identity. From the study by the Commission on Country Life in 1929 to the Commission on Vermont’s Future in 1988, these studies have engaged and united Vermonters, inspired leaders, and initiated practical gubernatorial and legislative initiatives.
We believe that in this time of rapid change, we need to step back together to consider the big picture trends, evaluate the opportunities and challenges ahead, and consider common Vermont priorities.
The Vermont Council on Rural Development will found and manage the Council on the Future of Vermont (CFV) and produce a statewide public dialogue on the topic from 2007 to the end of 2008. CFV will serve as a leadership council for one year to take public input throughout Vermont, research trends, and, based on its findings, articulate a comprehensive picture of the values, concerns, and aspirations of Vermonters as they consider the future of our state.
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