February 14, 2017
Beyond Heating with Cord Wood Workshop – February 22nd in Barre: Wood pellet boilers have emerged as a promising technology for Vermont–with all the conveniences of other home heating systems. This workshop will cover how modern wood heating works, the relative cost and savings compared to other fuel sources and systems, and the financial incentives […]
February 13, 2017
Information for updating the Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP) for 2017 has been released and is available on the Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security (DEMHS) website found at: http://demhs.vermont.gov/plans/local The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commissions is available to assist you in completing your Local Emergency Operations Plan. If you would like assistance contact […]
February 6, 2017
New vanpool beginning from Wolcott/Hardwick to Montpelier through East Calais Arriving to work 7:45AM – Departing work 4K45/5PM First month will come at no cost except fuel. Regular program saves ~$4,000/year in commute costs www.vRide.com
November 18, 2016
Did you say, “Yes” when asked to volunteer as the local EMD or EMC and later wonder what you said yes to? You are not alone. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about your role as the Local Emergency Management Director (EMD) for your community and how best to interact with the other […]
The Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission will host an informational training session on the new Energy Planning Standards that were released on November 1st. These standards will allow municipalities to receive “Substantial Deference” when the Public Service Board is reviewing Certificates of Public Good. The training will be held on December 14th, 2016 from 6-8PM […]
November 7, 2016
The Barre City Energy Committee, in partnership with Efficiency Vermont, invites Central Vermont residents to the workshop “Slash Your Energy Bills” scheduled for Wednesday, November 16th at the Aldrich Library (Milne Room) starting at 5:30. The workshop will focus on the wide range of actions that Central Vermonters can take to lower their energy costs […]
November 3, 2016
The Department of Public Service yesterday (11/02) released the final energy planning determination standards and recommendations called for in Act 174, the Energy Development Improvement Act. The final standards and recommendations, along with an overview, can be found here – http://publicservice.vermont.gov/content/act-174-recommendations-and-determination-standards. These standards will be used by the Department and Regional Planning Commissions to make determinations as to […]
November 1, 2016
The 2016 DRAFT Lamoille Tactical Basin Plan is now available for public comment. A series of public comment meetings will be held in November to gather feedback on the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources’ Draft Lamoille River Tactical Basin Plan. The public is encouraged to attend the meetings, hear a presentation and offer their comments and suggestions. […]
October 19, 2016
Button Up Vermont of Action is coming on November 12th and we are hoping you will participate. Button Up Vermont is a multi-media awareness campaign culminating in a statewide day of action where neighbors help neighbors prepare their homes for winter, and save energy. Throughout the campaign, Vermonters are encouraged to do things large and […]
October 14, 2016
The Town of East Montpelier is seeking qualified applicants for its Road Foreman position. This is a full-time position. The road foreman performs and supervises road maintenance operations year-round. The person filling this position must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays through the winter and in any emergency, with a reasonably short commute […]