As the weather warms and our economy begins to re-open, communities are quickly figuring out how to best use sidewalks, parking spots, streets, and parks to enable outdoor dining and shopping. They also are considering how to provide space for those travelling on foot or by bicycle. The Local Support and Community Action Team of…
POSTPONED. WE WILL BE RESCHEDULING THE FORUMS FOR A LATER DATE. All members of the Barre community are invited to join with friends and neighbors on April 7th to discuss assets, challenges, and ideas for the future of Barre! Forums will be facilitated by the Vermont Council on Rural Development, a neutral facilitator of public…
Vermod is a Wilder-based company that designs and builds affordable net-zero energy ready modular homes to meet the highest standards of durability, energy efficiency, comfort and indoor air quality. After Tropical Storm Irene devastated homes across the state, it became clear that mobile home residents were disproportionately affected by extreme weather. Following the storm, Vermod…
Task Force Co-Chairs: Diana Batzel and Nick Siefert Task Force Description: This task force will work with partners to assist home owners, renters, businesses and community institutions in reducing energy use, using renewable energy, and fuel switching. Task Force Update: Energy Improvements At Twinfield School: Twinfield School is a treasured community institution and has already…
