June 20, 2016

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 28 No. 11

Legion ball ready to go • A deeper squad hopes to improve this summer and contend for the playoffs.

See Sports, Page 16.

Middlebury, Vermont

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Ferrisburgh activist in the Thirty seconds pays off running for a House seat City man’s off-the-cuff remarks earn him

By JOHN FLOWERS FERRISBURGH — For 27 years, Monique Thurston beat a steady path from Mexico, Maine, to the state’s capital of Augusta in order to advocate for a variety of issues — most notably, lowering sound standards for wind turbines.

Now she’d like to blaze a similar path from her home in Ferrisburgh to the Vermont Statehouse in Mont-

pelier, as a representative of the Addison-3 House district.

The 66-year-old Republican enters a race for two seats that includes incumbent Reps. Warren Van Wyck, R-Ferrisburgh, and Diane Lanpher, D-Vergennes; and Ferrisburgh Democrat Fritz Langrock.

Addison-3 includes the communities of Addison, Ferrisburgh, Panton, (See Thurston, Page 7)

seat at Democratic National Convention

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — In baseball terms, Vergennes resident Matt Birong’s performance at the recent Democratic state convention in Barre was like hitting a walkoff homer while trailing in the bottom of the ninth.

The-38-year-old owner of Ver-

gennes eatery 3 Squares was a relative novice in the political world, faced scores of others seeking the same spot, and didn’t even get to campaign — and yet he was elected to be a delegate to next month’s Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia.

(See Birong, Page 15)

Alternate July 4 oration reprised • People are invited to read aloud a famous ex-slave’s speech on America’s Independence Day. See Page 13.

ROB COTA, LEFT, his brother Greg, and Greg’s wife, Lillian, are selling the development rights to 218 acres of their Monkton farm so the land around them will remain free of houses thanks, in part, to an expansive town conservation fund.

Music & munchies in Middlebury • Josh Panda and the Hot Damned will be among the acts at Sunday’s Foodaroo. See Arts Beat on Page 10.

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Town helps conserve Monkton’s open land Local, state funds buying farm’s development rights

By GAEN MURPHREE MONKTON — Brothers Greg and Rob Cota have been farming since they were old enough to reach the tractor pedals. Now, at ages 69 and 78, respectively, they are ready to sell their land and retire.

But the idea of selling their rolling acres of prime farmland to a developer is not appealing.

“I don’t want to see houses on the land, I want to see cattle on the land,” Greg Cota said. “That’s what rural Vermont is about — it’s farming.”

This past Thursday, the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board agreed to spend $504,000, in cooperation with the Vermont Land Trust, to put toward purchasing development rights for 218 acres on the Cota Brothers Farm, which straddles

States Prison Hollow Road east of the Monkton town office.

That money will be added to the $100,000 that the Monkton selectboard last month appropriated from town preservation funds for the development rights.

“This is a great way to keep a working farm a working farm and conserve some of our open working landscape,” said Monkton selectboard (See Cota farm, Page 18)

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Orwell to vote again on Slate Valley Union Only holdout in April vote on unification

Meet the people AROUND 120 PEOPLE came to the Vergennes Opera House on Tuesday, June 14, to hear four candidates for Vermont governor discuss their positions on topics ranging from the economy to education to health care. Middlebury College Political Science Professor Emeritus Eric Davis moderated the Addison County Chamber of Commerce event that saw Republicans Bruce Lisman and Phil Scott and Democrats Peter Galbraith and Sue Minter on stage taking questions.

City OKs basin Wi-Fi, bike rack on green

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — During a Tuesday, June 14, meeting the Vergennes City Council authorized Wi-Fi for the Otter Creek Basin, approved a second bicycle rack for the city green, and tapped the Water Tower Fund to pay for work to City Hall that created office space for the Vergennes Partnership.

The council got its first look at a $1.848 million draft general fund

budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. Aldermen are set to take a second look at City Manager Mel Hawley’s draft spending plan at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, with an eye to finding places to make cuts and soften a potential 9-cent tax increase Hawley said it could trigger if the budget was approved as is.

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Last Tuesday, June 14, the council after some debate backed a Vergennes Partnership proposal to add a bike rack, which would be movable but temporarily anchored to the ground, near the city green’s southeast corner.

Alderman and partnership President Renny Perry said a second rack in a prominent location closer to restaurants and shops would encourage more of the many bike tours that go through Vergennes to stop and spend money. Riders’ bikes are expensive, he said, and a rack must be visible to them because owners “want to see them when they’re eating” to prevent theft.

The original proposal called for the rack to be directly at the corner of the park, but some aldermen objected to the visual clutter right along the road and suggested moving the rack further back along Church Street to a still visible location. Finally, the council approved a motion for the rack at a location to be determined “agreeable to both the partnership and the council.”

Perry said the partnership would pay up front for the roughly $500 rack and then solicit donations to recoup the cost.

BASIN WI-FI Aldermen agreed to spend about $1,200, not from taxpayer funds, to install Wi-Fi in the Otter Creek Basin area, a service they believe will further encourage boaters to visit the city docks and, hopefully, continue to spend money in local businesses.

The Vergennes Partnership will pay the monthly $90 fee for the service, because the default website (See Wi-Fi, Page 3)

ORWELL — Orwell residents will do so anyway — and the Vermont return to the polls this Tuesday, June Agency of Education could direct 21, to decide whether their town them to join a district that they might should join five Rutland County find be less palatable than the one communities in forming a unified they rejected.

Slate Valley Unified Union School The June 21 vote will be for District (SVUUSD).

Orwell residents only.

Orwell citizens back on April 12 According to information on the voted 211 to 121 against joining ARSU website, a “yes” vote on Castleton, West Haven, Hubbardton, Tuesday would bring: Benson and Fair Haven in a new • Property tax relief in the amount SVUUSD that would of 10 cents off the school be governed by a property tax rate in the single, 18-member Orwell was first year of the merger, board presiding over the only followed by 8 cents in a global education year two, 6 cents in year community in budget for all of the three, 4 cents in year the ARSU that schools in the union. four, and 2 cents in the Those communities voted against fifth and final year of the currently operate under the unification transition. the Addison-Rutland • A transition grant Supervisory Union plan, proposed of $130,000 to assist under (ARSU) umbrella. the communities in Orwell was the Vermont’s the creation of the new only community in district.

Act 46. the ARSU that voted • The ability to against the unification retain a combined total plan, proposed under Vermont’s Act of $200,000 in small schools grants 46. that would otherwise be at risk.

A local resident successfully Locally, residents in the Addison petitioned for the revote, which the Central, Addison Northwest and Orwell School Board set for June 21. Rutland Northeast supervisory Some unification opponents unions have already endorsed who have spoken at informational school governance unification meetings on the topic in Orwell referenda. Addison Northeast is have expressed fears that school heading toward a vote on the issue governance consolidation might this November. become a precursor to closing of The ARSU has set up a special web some of the rural schools in the new page with more detailed information SVUUSD. Others have said they on the proposed education fear a potential loss of local control governance merger and its possible that unification might bring. implications. That page can be found But supporters of Act 46 have at www.arsu.org/?page_id=1740. pointed to potential financial savings An informational meeting is slated through governance unification, for Monday, June 20, at 7 p.m., also and note communities that have not at the Orwell Town Hall. joined a unified school district by Polls will be open from 10 a.m. to 2018 will be required by the state to 7 p.m. at the town hall.

Area agricultural practices hearing to be held in Brandon on June 22 BRANDON — The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets is seeking feedback from farmers and other members of the public on the latest update of proposed farm practice rules aimed at cleaning up Lake Champlain.

The agency will hold a public hearing on the Required Agricultural Practices (RAP) Proposed Rule in Brandon this Wednesday, June 22, 12:30-3:30 p.m. at the Brandon American Legion, 590 Franklin St. Additionally, the agency will hold hearings around the state in St. Albans, June 21; South Royalton, June 23; Manchester, June 27; Newport,

June 28; and Brattleboro, June 29.

For those who can’t make it to these meetings, the Agency of Agriculture will accept public comments on the RAP Proposed Rule through July 7. Once the public comment period closes, the agency expects to make final revisions to the RAP, file the final proposed rule, submit it for legislative review on Aug. 7, and have the rule to go into effect Oct. 7.

For more information about submitting comments or attending a hearing, or to learn more about the RAP Proposed Rule, go online to http://agriculture.vermont.gov/water-quality/regulations/rap.

CORRECTION: A story on the Brandon Gateway Guides in our Summer Guide that ran inside the June 9 edition mischaracterized the connections that some people in the story had to the Gateway proj-

ect. Rebecca and Mark Zelis are not members of the Brandon Chamber of Commerce; they donated hundreds of hours to making the Gateways website free of charge as Brandon community members.

Addison Independent, Monday, June 20, 2016 — PAGE 3

Middlebury energy chair to protest gas pipeline Kaye ready to engage in civil disobedience

Garden delight GUESTS GATHER AROUND Porter Medical Center Interim CEO Fred Kniffin, above right, as he makes remarks at the dedication of the Addison Respite Care Home/PMC Memorial Garden recently completed near the Porter Hospital Emergency Department entrance. The brief ceremony to dedicate the garden was held June 6.

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Wi-Fi (Continued from Page 2) will be the partnership’s, allowing it to sell ads to local businesses.

Mayor Bill Benton said Macdonough Drive resident Matt Daniels had volunteered to let Comcast install necessary broadcast equipment at his property.

Funds for the installation will come from the $3,300 of donations collected from boaters in 2014 and 2015. The city allows them to dock and hook up to electricity for free, but asks them to place donations in a box near the docks.

Benton said officials have been disappointed with the donations collected. He said at $10 per boat per night the total would have been much higher. He said he and Hawley will continue to evaluate options, including making more aggressive requests for donations and looking at charging for docking.

CITY HALL WORK Aldermen also agreed to tap the Water Tower Fund — which is fed by cellphone companies that pay the city to use its former water tower to broadcast signals — to help fund the conversion of part of the former police station in city hall into office space. They voted to spend $5,476.58 from the fund for that project, which

was largely performed by volunteer labor.

In the future, its use could change, but for now it is dedicated to the partnership; the Vergennes Opera House shares adjacent space with no wall between. The office is to the right and is off the entry lobby.

“It looks great,” Benton said. “It’s a wonderful room to have.”

Still remaining to be fixed up is

the main room of the former police station.

Aldermen also voted to close Macdonough Drive between Comfort Hill and High Street for the annual Youth Fishing Derby, not only for this year, but also on an annual basis. Traffic will be routed up Comfort Hill and along High Street. This year’s closing dates are Friday and Saturday, June 24 and 25.

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury Energy Committee Chairman Jason Kaye last week served notice to the Middlebury selectboard that he will participate in peaceful efforts to disrupt construction of the Addison Natural Gas Project pipeline into town, and asked board members if such activity might preclude him from serving on the panel.

At their June 14 meeting, selectboard members replied they will continue to endorse Kaye’s stewardship of the committee, provided his pipeline protests stay nonviolent and within the spirit of civil disobedience.

Kaye has been an energy committee member for the past four years. At the same time, he has been a vocal opponent of the natural gas pipeline that Vermont Gas is in the process of building from Colchester to Middlebury and Vergennes.

Opponents have raised safety and environmental concerns about the pipeline, and contend the project represents a major setback in Vermont’s transition to renewable energy.

(See Kaye, Page 23)

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A DD I S ON I NDE PE N DEN T

Guest Editorial America attacking Assad?

A crazy, no-win thing Fifty-one State Department officials have just signed an internal memo protesting U.S. policy in Syria, calling for targeted U.S. military strikes against the regime of Bashar al Assad and urging regime change as the only way to defeat ISIS. The internal memo was sent throughout the “dissent channel” which is defined as “a serious policy channel reserved only for consideration of responsible dissenting and alternative views on substantive foreign policy issues that cannot be communicated in a full and timely manner through regular operating channels and procedures” and “which will not be subjected to reprisal, discipline action or unauthorized disclosure of its use”. It was established in the 1960s during the Vietnam War to ensure that senior leadership in the department would have access to alternative policy views on the war.

The views expressed by the U.S. officials in the cable amount to a scalding internal critique of a longstanding U.S. policy against taking sides in the Syrian war.

It is safe to say that our incredibly counterproductive military involvement in the Middle East during the past dozen years was a outgrowth of the powerful influence held by neoconservatives in the Bush administration.

It is equally safe to say that “liberal interventionist” ideology has played a role in foreign policy under the Obama administration. Obama’s first Secretary of State, Hilary Clinton, is widely described as “hawkish” in her foreign policy views and her administration has always contained liberal interventionists, many of whom have remained there after her departure from State and the arrival of Secretary Kerry. They still play important roles in the formulation and conduct of foreign policy.

However different the origins of liberal interventionism may be from those of neoconservatism, the net result in foreign policy is not that different. Both ideologies believe in the export of democracy and regime change, policies that have rightly come under attack here and abroad, given the negative results of our recent military activities in the Middle East.

So, the question is, are the State department “51” simply a continuation of our old notions of the export of democracy and regime change?

In all of this and regardless of the motivation behind the “dissent channel” memorandum, the only important question to be asked is, what would be the result? That assumes we become more heavily involved militarily against the Assad regime which would be an act of war in itself.

What do we do about al Qaida’s Al Nusra front? With Iran? With the Russians? With the Chinese? With the Saudis? With the Iraqis? Who is on our side? Who is against us?

Assuming we can successfully engineer this regime change, whom do we then pick to run the country? Do we pick the remaining Alawites with their Shia allies in Iraq and Iran? Do we pick Sunni Syrians with their confessional ties to ISIS and Iraqi Sunnis? Do we install the military?

Irrespective of what we do, how will the competing confessional groups in the broader region react? How have they already reacted in Libya, Yemen, Iraq and Syria? Does America really have a dog in this fight?

Whomever we pick under these circumstances, we will own the responsibility for the Syria of the future, a Syria that will always be contested by the ethnic and confessional forces that rule and roil the Middle East.

It is difficult to determine the precise motivation of these 51 co-signees in favor of military intervention. However, regardless of that motivation, given our recent history in the region, it seems like a crazy, no-win thing for America to want to do.

Haviland Smith is a retired CIA Station Chief who served in East and West Europe and the Middle East, as Executive Assistant in the Director’s office and as Chief of the Counterterrorism Staff. He lives in Williston, Vt.

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Up close THE STAMENS APPEAR to be flying away from the pistil of this William Baffin rose in a Middlebury garden.

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Letters to the Editor Letter made good points about town office’s trees I hope the letter from Anna Rose Benson, the Ilsley Library’s gardener, re what to plant around the new municipal building will be seen by the right people. She clearly knows what she is talking

about with reference to what seem to be the wrong trees planned for this and attention should be paid to her opinion.

The library garden is absolutely lovely — it’s always the first place

a few spring flowers show up at the end of winter — and she should be listened to.

Sheila Khalladeh East Middlebury

New Haven resident reconsiders, will run for House In recent weeks I have been asked to run for state Legislature, and after initially rejecting the idea, I have reconsidered. Our citizen Legislature needs balanced, thoughtful and open-minded members, and I believe that I can be a

voice in this direction.

Our issues are complex, and require nuanced and thoughtful policy. We need to switch to renewable power — but in a thoughtful way. We probably need to legalize marijuana — but in a thoughtful

way. Agriculture, the bedrock of our very being, will eventually need to shift in ways that will help to sequester carbon, protect our soils and water quality, and rely less on destructive chemicals, and as (See Letter, Page 5)

Addison Independent, Monday, June 20, 2016 — PAGE 5

Gov. points to successes in legislative session

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we care about — improve primary I am a former Marine Corps officer (Continued from Page 4) When I came to office in 2011, I er approach that seeks to avoid imposand secondary education, invest in and a combat veteran, and I have a pledged to work daily to help make ing strict penalties on young people, this happens our farmers will need infrastructure, improve access to master’s degree in history and the Vermont a more economically secure which can hamper their chances for careful and thoughtful government health care, fight the scourge of opi- humanities. I serve on the board of support. We need family leave to place to live, work, and raise a family. success later in life. ate abuse, and protect the disadvan- directors for the Acorn Renewable • Our social workers will be better support working families, and we Back in 2011 our state still faced seriEnergy Co-op, and I teach — and ous headwinds from the Great Reces- protected thanks to enhanced funding need a higher minimum wage, both taged.

I am running for office to do my am a student of — economics. sion. Vermont had lost nearly 10,000 for security at state office buildings to encourage work and to help our part in making all of this happen.

I am running for state representajobs in the previous three years. Our and a new law that creates stricter most vulnerable citizens.

The world is a changing place — tive for Addison-5, which comWe have a strong, vibrant and state’s General Fund revenues had penalties for threatening or assaulting prises the towns of New Haven, adaptable state, and despite difficul- economies shift, markets change fallen by nearly 15 percent and we social workers. and global forces impact us. But Weybridge and Bridport. I humbly Vermont will be the first state to ties we are holding our own in a faced a $176 million budget gap. And change can bring opportunity as ask for your support in this endeavVermonters were seeing their incomes require greater transparency of drug world where global economic forceasily as adversity, and Vermont is or of running for office. Our state, manufacturers when es are working against rural areas grow more slowly than and our world, are coming into a they increase the prices like ours. But the future is bright — in a truly unique position to be able other Americans. to capitalize on this, and to emerge critical time, and we will need all of prescription medica- with leadership we can put systems Five and a half years stronger than ever. hands on deck. tions, requiring them to in place that will create a fairer and later, there is a differI bring a broad set of qualificaTaborri Bruhl justify the increase to more equitable economy, support ent story playing out in tions and life experience to this job.

New Haven the Attorney General’s our small businesses as they naviVermont. In addition to This week’s writer gate ever-changing markets, lessen Office. consistently having one is Vermont Gov. • We now have ad- the impact of money in politics, and of the lowest unemploy- Peter Shumlin. ditional tools to hold continue to make Vermont a shining ment rates in America, we have seen Vermont employers add polluters responsible and help better star.

In the past Vermont has always 18,000 jobs since January 2011. For control the use of potentially toxic the last five years, personal per capita chemicals in the state, which is espe- led the way. We banned slavery income in Vermont, while not grow- cially important following the PFOA even before we were a state, and we ing fast enough, has grown at or above contamination of drinking water in passed a remarkable billboard law, the national average for the first time Bennington, North Bennington and the first in the nation of its type, in the early days of the environmental in our history. We have 38,000 more Pownal. • We’re beginning to put an end to movement. We followed this with people with broadband internet access, thousands more children enrolled in the days where doctors send patients Act 250, and then multiple firsts in pre-K, and hundreds more kids get- home with enough prescription opi- the area of marriage equality.

Most recently, we have made our ting a jump start on paying for a higher ates to set off a lifetime of addiction education by earning college credit for thanks to a new law that will limit the values clear with a call for GMO amount of pills that can be prescribed labeling. We are, and always have free while still in high school. been, a state of determined, scrappy We’ve cut in half the number of for minor procedures. • We expanded the conditions that and independent thinkers. We need roads and bridges in poor condition, increased by 10 times the amount qualify for medical marijuana, giving to capitalize on this progressive of solar and by 20 times the amount doctors an alternative to highly addic- past, and continue to lead, as we of wind generation in this state, de- tive opiates when treating some condi- lower barriers to higher education, forge new paths in the fight against creased electric bills for over 80 per- tions such as chronic pain. • We passed a budget that for the global warming, and provide fair cent of Vermonters for three of the last four years, and expanded health care first time in a decade eliminates reli- working conditions for all of our access to 19,000 Vermonters. We’ve ance on one-time money for ongoing people.

We are a state that is renowned reduced by 21 percent the number of state expenses, brings spending in line Vermonters in prison while increasing with economic growth and invests in for its natural beauty, but we must realize that we are equally known by 65 percent the number in treatment our most vulnerable residents. • And we created a roadmap for for our values. These values are a for opiate addiction.

That’s progress we’ve made togeth- how we continue to transform our en- large part of what brings people er over these last five-and-a-half years. ergy system in Vermont while improv- here, both as visitors and as inThis year, working in partnership with ing opportunities for our communities novative companies who want to be the Legislature, we continued to make to have a say in the process, bring to part of who we are. Protections for Vermont an even better place to live, conclusion a sometimes challenging working people will only improve work, and raise a family. Here’s just but necessary discussion about how this, by drawing workers into our to best plan for the locally-produced state and by helping to retain young some of what we did this session: • Vermonters will no longer be clean energy we need as we battle cli- people.

All of these changes will grow faced with the decision of going to mate change, grow jobs and work to our tax base, which will then enable work sick or potentially losing their reduce power rates.

At a time when gridlock hampers us to do all of the other things that job because of a new law guaranteeing any progress in Washington, D.C., and paid sick days. • Our state will become the first to many other states seem to be more inand OfďŹ ce Hours extend no-cost birth control coverage tent on limiting the rights of their citito cover vasectomies, making it easier zens rather than working to make life Our ofďŹ ce will be closed Monday, July 4, 2016 for men to be involved in important better, Vermont is once again standin observance of Independence Day. ing out as a beacon for progress and family planning decisions. • A new law will crack down on equality. We have more work to do, Advertising Deadlines will change as follows: online dating scams after some Ver- but we should be proud of the progEDITION DEADLINE monters were ripped off for tens and ress we have made over the last fiveThurs, June 30 Fri, June 24, 5 p.m. even hundreds of thousands of dollars. and-a-half years. • Vermont is now the fifth state to Mon, July 4 & ban the dangerous and absurd practice Thurs, July 7 Arts & Leisure Wed, June 29, noon of “conversion therapyâ€? because we Thurs, July 7 know that LGBT kids are perfect just A & B sections Fri, July 1, 5 p.m. the way they are. • The thousands of Vermonters Pick-Your-Own Mid-October who have fallen behind on traffic fines We hope Apples you havethru a safe and enjoyable at and seen their licenses suspended now holiday weekend we Farm observe or enjoy ready-picked apples atasour Stand have a chance to get back on the road national holiday. th We’re Open this until November 24 ! legally thanks to a law that corrects an call ahead for Picking Conditions!

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Recent legislative sessions more fruitful than reported I have been reading the various media summaries of the just completed legislative session in Montpelier.

Vermonters might be left with the impression that it was a relatively quiet, non-eventful four and half months, and a one-day veto session that ended June 9.

Granted, the media usually focuses on the main proposals made by the governor, and then adds up the wins and losses at the end of the session for the scorecard. It is an old media custom.

While some of the high proďŹ le initiatives proposed by the governor for the 2016 session — legalization of marijuana and state pension fund divestment of coal and ExxonMobil stock did not succeed — these defeats should not color the work of the whole session.

Upon reection, this traditional scoring method does not really capture the entire body of work for the session. Nor does it stack up against other legislative bodies in the country.

In fact, if you take the

accomplishments from this past follow government spending with session and add them to ones racked growth in the larger economy. up by the Democratic-dominated Here is a look at what did get Vermont Legislature over the past done as lawmakers and Vermonters few years, it’s quite an impressive were reminded by the governor in list of progressive policies that few his closing address of the following states in America could even hope to accomplishments: achieve. • Vermont will Let’s state the obvibe the ďŹ fth state in ous ďŹ rst. Vermont America to guarantee did what Congress paid sick days to its and many other states citizens.

This week’s writer struggle mightily to do: • We’ll be the pass a balanced budget, is Steve Terry, a fourth to allow autotransportation bill, former Vermont matic voter registraand other necessities newspaper editor tion so more people and a retired busiof government. That can participate in our ness executive living shouldn’t be news, but democracy. in Middlebury. given the current state • And Vermont will of politics in America be the seventh state to it certainly is. Consider “ban the boxâ€? statethat it took Congress almost six wide, a measure that will help those years to pass a budget. Or that who may have a criminal record Illinois has been struggling to pass but have turned their lives around a budget for most of the last year, get a job and become productive leading to billions in unpaid bills. members of our society.

While there is always debate over It’s notable that President Obama the budget in Vermont, the last six has supported every one of those years have seen Democrats pass six policies. Because the Republicanbalanced budgets that more or less controlled Congress is unwilling to advance any of them, however, the president has called on states to get the job done.

Vermont answered that call, and not just in the last four months.

Remember in 2014 when the nation was debating whether to raise the minimum wage?

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which helped to set the stage for this issue to be a centerpiece of the 2016 presidential campaigns.

Less noticed legislation would also make a big difference in people’s lives. For example, a bill to help the tens of thousands of Vermonters with suspended licenses will ensure people can legally drive to work or take their kids to school. An energy bill, after a quick one-day ďŹ x, will give local communities a greater voice in siting of renewable energy projects while ensuring we continue to do what’s necessary to get off coal and oil and save our planet.

Our renewable energy policies in the last few years have also been a big generator of new jobs, too. And a series of bills aimed at preventing and treating opiate and drug abuse will further help Vermonters struggling with addiction and cement Vermont’s reputation as a nationwide leader on this issue. In most cases votes on these issues were tripartisan after being championed by Gov. Shumlin.

When we broaden our reection to the last six years, Vermont has done a lot to make this state a better place.

A few important examples: Vermont became the ďŹ rst state in the nation to advance universal pre-K for all 3- and 4-year-olds. It also created the Green Mountain Care Board to control healthcare costs through a mix of new regulation and innovation. These decisions will have long-lasting

positive impacts.

Finally the sleeper legislative prize for the 2016 session from my perspective goes to UVM President Tom Sullivan for his ability to persuade the Legislature to end the so-called “40-percent rule,� which limited in-state UVM tuition to no more than 40 percent of out-ofstate tuition rates. This has been long sought by the university, but there was never enough trust that UVM would not use this repeal as an excuse to jack up Vermonters’ tuition rates.

Sullivan convinced the Legislature that the repeal would allow UVM to compete for more out-of-state students and take pressure off from raising in-state tuition rates. This legislation represents an important victory for UVM after decades of failure on this issue.

At a time when government gets a bad rap, let’s pause for a moment and reect that Vermont’s elected representatives, Democrats, Republican and Progressives, in Montpelier work hard and for the most part are not rendered totally incapable of action by partisan gridlock like Washington.

No rose-colored glasses here as there is more work to be done for sure. We have an urgent need to grow our economy and ďŹ gure out priorities in state spending. We need to get ďŹ scal discipline to deal with hard-headed realities like no growth in state population.

But that’s why we have elections.

Let the campaigns get into high gear.

Folklife center boosts art apprentices MIDDLEBURY — The Vermont Folklife Center has announced the continuation of the Vermont Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program for its 23rd year. This program was initiated to support Vermont’s living cultural heritage and provides stipends of up to $2,000 as honoraria and to cover

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such expenses as materials and travel. Under the auspices of the program, traditional arts such as Yankee ďŹ ddling, Abenaki basket making, Franco American singing, and Somali Bantu drum making have received support.

A traditional arts apprenticeship brings teachers and learners together who share a common commitment to keeping these art forms alive. It pairs a master artist who has achieved a high level of expertise in his or her art form with a less-experienced apprentice. The master and apprentice jointly plan when, where, and what they expect to accomplish during the course of the apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship schedules reect the time constraints of both master and apprenticeship and range from short-term, intensive sessions to

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With funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, the over 297 apprenticeships supported during the ďŹ rst 22 years of the program represent a broad spectrum, from the arts of Abenaki, Yankee and Franco American regional cultures, to the arts of Somali Bantu, Burundian, Tibetan, Bosnian and other New American communities.

Information and application forms for the Vermont Traditional Arts Apprenticeship Program are available from the Vermont Folklife Center, 88 Main St., Middlebury, VT 05753, by phone at 802-388-4964 or online at www.vermontfolklifecenter.org/education/apprenticeship.

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Thurston (Continued from Page 1) Vergennes and Waltham.

Thurston was born and raised in Brussels, Belgium, where she also earned a degree in general medicine.

She would quickly put her medical expertise into practice during brief stays in Algeria and Norway during her early 20s. It was while working at a hospital in Norway near the Arctic Circle that she gravitated toward radiology — a department to which she had been assigned in light of the temporary language barrier that she faced.

“I learned to say ‘breathe stop breathing,’ in Norwegian and Russian,” she recalled of the directions she would give to radiology patients.

She developed a passion for the field and decided to pursue it as her mediMONIQUE THURSTON cal concentration. She found radiology work upon her return to BrusShe became a United States citisels.

At age 24, Thurston fell in love zen in 1993 and retired from her caand in 1977 moved to the U.S. — reer as a radiologist around 25 years the native land of her soon-to-be ago in order to focus more on her husband. They at first set down home-based farming activities and roots in Ohio, then made their way environmental activism.

Thurston took up yet more causes, to Maine in 1981. Thurston found in New England a similar landscape ranging from a successful petition to that which she had left behind in drive to get the Mexico town budget voted by Australian ballot, to Belgium.

“I thought New England was as campaigns against chaining dogs, elclose as possible to Europe,” she ephants in circuses and bear baiting.

Her most recent cause said of the scenery.

Thurston’s first choice “There seems célèbre has been about sound and visual imat the time was Vermont, to be a desire the pacts of wind turbines. but she and her husband to rush “In 2008, I became could not find suitable aware that the governor employment there. So forward too of Maine had pushed an they settled in Mexico, fast (in the expedited wind law to Maine, and she found ra- Legislature), facilitate the implemendiology work at the near- with serious tation of wind power,”

by Rumford Community consequences Thurston said. “The law Hospital. for wanted to establish 24 At the same time, she took a great interest in Vermonters.” megawatts of wind (powagriculture, animals and — Monique er) by 2020. That meant, activism.

Thurston according to our calculations, 1,800 new turbines “I was what you would over 360 miles of ridgecall a ‘back-to-the-lander,’” Thurston said. “I was obsessed lines.”

So she helped establish the Maine with having a low carbon footprint before it was part of the lingo … I Citizens’ Task Force on Wind Power wanted to be as self-sufficient as I and Friends of Maine Mountains. could. We bought a farm with 150 Their goal was to change the law acres, facing some beautiful ridges, and fight some of the wind projects. and grew vegetables. I raised my She cited the groups’ “meager” accomplishment as successfully lobown meat.” bying for a lowering of the state’s BUSY ACTIVIST Working as a solo radiologist — maximum allowable nighttime noise on call 365 days per year — took its levels for wind turbines from 45 toll, Thurston recalled. So she in- decibels to 42.

“It was far from what we wanted, creasingly immersed herself in farm activities and service to her commu- but it was not an easy battle,” she nity. She got involved on the local said.

It was during this battle that she school board and joined the Mexico selectboard. As a selectwoman, she met her current husband, Steve helped her town lobby for property Thurston, a retired homebuilder with tax reform. Mexico, she explained, longtime ties to Vermont. The couhad one of the highest property tax ple moved to Ferrisburgh in 2008.

Monique Thurston had planned to rates in the state.

“I created three different property leave her clipboard and protester’s taxpayer associations,” she said. “I megaphone in Maine, but she came was trying to avoid what was hap- out of retirement upon seeing this pening there and is happening in year’s solar siting bill — S.230, later Vermont — a type of pauperization changed to S.260 — which included language on sound levels for wind of the area.”

She also led a successful cam- turbines. Thurston was asked to tespaign against a federal proposal to tify on the bill, given her medical locate a nuclear waste dump in the background and experience with the topic in Maine. region.

“Some noise victims came and I listened to them, and I started to see something that shocked me,” she said. “I saw how little attention was paid for those folks from Lowell, from Georgia Mountain, from Sheffield.

“The citizens were ignored for the benefit of the wind industry,” she added.

RUNNING FOR OFFICE So Thurston decided to run for the Vermont House in hopes of making a bigger impact on renewable energy and other statewide issues.

If elected, Thurston pledged to support legislative efforts to: • Rein in state budgets and property taxes.

• “Protect Vermonters from undue regulations and fees.”

• Bring “accountability and choice” to health care.

• Oppose any carbon tax or other increased taxes.

• Give communities control over the siting of large solar developments.

“We need to have an honest conversation with Vermonters on renewables, to weigh the pros and cons,” Thurston said, adding, “I believe the ‘low hanging fruit’ is in energy efficiency and conservation.’”

• “Strengthen Vermont’s tradition of small town democracy and stewardship of our unique landscape.”

Thurston said she’s concerned about the speed with which laws

are getting debated and passed in Montpelier. She cited the ill-fated recreational marijuana bill as an example of a proposal she believes was rushed last year.

“There was no emergency,” she said, advocating that Vermont spend the next few years studying the successes and failures of the few states that have already legalized pot.

“There seems to be a desire to rush forward too fast, with serious consequences for Vermonters,” she said of the current process.

Thurston pointed to Democrats’ overwhelming majority in both the House and Senate as part of the cause of the quick action on bills.

She also believes lobbyists have undue power in the Statehouse.

“The founders wanted a system of checks and balances,” she said. “In

Montpelier, the system of checks and balances isn’t there anymore.”

Asked how she would make health care services better and more affordable, Thurston said the state should take the following steps: • Enact tort reform, to allow physicians to practice medicine more cost-effectively and without the continual threat of lawsuits.

• Call for an audit of the Medicaid program to flag those who no longer qualify.

• Emphasize preventative care.

“Health care is a right, but it is a right that carries some responsibility,” she said.

• Introduce more competition among insurance companies, which she believes would lower premiums.

“We have to see how we can save every dollar,” she said.

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Vergennes Partnership annual meeting in Vergennes. Monday, June 20, 5:30-7 p.m., Kennedy Brothers.

Come celebrate recent accomplishments and discuss community projects in progress.

Presentation of a community service award.

Guest speaker is Gary Holloway, coordinator of the Vermont State Downtown Program, who will talk about the importance of investing in the future of downtowns. Cash bar, hors d’oeuvres.

Info: vergennespartnership@gmail.com.

Vergennes City Band rehearsal in Vergennes.

Monday, June 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Vergennes Union High School Band Room. All ages and abilities welcome. Summer concerts on Mondays at 7 p.m. in City Park, starting June 27. Info: vergennescityband@gmail.com.

Town Republican Committee meeting in Bristol. Monday, June 20, 7 p.m., Howden Hall, 19 West St., upstairs. No potluck. Info: 453-5161 or 453-3439.

Movie Night in Shoreham. Monday, June 20, 7 p.m., Platt Memorial Library. The library will screen a brand-new animated Disney release (PG) on a 10-foot screen. Popcorn and soda.

Info: www.plattlib.org or 897-2647.

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TUESDAY

Free foot care/blood pressure clinic in Middlebury. Tuesday, June 21, 10 a.m.-noon, Middlebury Rec Center, 154 Creek Road. Bring your own basin and towel. Offered by ACHHH. Free concert in Ferrisburgh. Tuesday, June 21, 4-8 p.m., Kingsland Bay State Park. Part of a statewide day of music making, titled Make Music Vermont. Three acts will play one-hour sets: the Bob Loblaw Band, Robin Reid, and Paige Thibault. Five Vermont State Parks are hosting concerts. Info: www. bigheavyworld.com/makemusicvt.

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22

WEDNESDAY

Teddy Bear Picnic in Bristol.

Wednesday, June 22, noon-1 p.m., veterans’ memorial on the town green. Join Ted E. Bear of the Vermont Teddy Bear Co. for a parade to the playground, where there will be stories, songs and games. Free lunches for the first 30 children.

Horseshoe pitching workshop for kids in Bristol. Wednesday, June 22, 2-4:30 p.m., Lawrence Memorial Library. The first meeting in a two-part workshop with World Women’s Horseshoe Champion Debra Brown of Bristol.

For kids 7 and older. Sign-up required; call 452-2366 or email lmlkids009@gmail.com.

Backpack Theater in Brandon. Wednesday, June 22, 3:30 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. This Sheldon theater troupe, consisting of actors ages 6-17, presents “Sleeping Beauty” and “Wild Things.” Adults $3; seniors, students and military $2.

Story Matters storytelling group in Middlebury. Wednesday, June 22, 4 p.m., Ilsley Library.

Addison Central School District organization meeting and celebration in Middlebury. Wednesday, June 22, 6 p.m., Middlebury Union High School auditorium.

Celebrate the formation of the new unified school district with a reception after the organization meeting.

Free concert in Middlebury. Wednesday, June 22, 6 p.m., Middlebury town green. Acoustic singer-songwriter Ashley Storrow & Molly McEachen present songs rooted in the folk tradition. Includes songs for kids. Middlebury Community Music Center is holding monthly faculty concerts on the green as part of Experience Middlebury’s Summer Music Series.

Come picnic on the green.

Live music on the lake ROBIN REID OF Charlotte will play “cranky originals and some choice covers” when she performs at Kingsland Bay in Ferrisburgh on Tuesday, June 21, from 4-8 p.m. This free mini music festival, also featuring sets by Bob Loblaw Band and Paige Thibeault, is part of Making Music Vermont, a one-day statewide celebration of music.

Merrily we roll along THIS SPECIAL PONY Star bicycle, ca. 1888, from the collection of Glenn Eames, is on display in the Sheldon Museum’s new exhibit, “Pedaling Through History: 150 Years of the Bicycle.” The Middlebury museum will host an opening reception on Thursday, June 23, from 5-7 p.m.

Photo by Jeremy Fredrick

Vendors, sidewalk sales. Weather permitting; check facebook.com/bettermiddleburypartnership for status.

Divine sleep yoga nidra in Bristol. Wednesday, June 22, 6-7:15 p.m., Yarn & Yoga, 25A Main St. Free guided relaxation that creates a healing space between awake and asleep where you can receive the ultimate power nap that goes well beyond normal sleep. Info: 802-453-7799.

Town band concert in Bristol. Wednesday, June 22, 7 p.m., town green. Bring a lawn chair, blanket or picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of small-town entertainment.

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THURSDAY

Arts center open day in Brandon.

Thursday, June 23, 2-8 p.m., Compass Music and Arts Center. The Compass Music and Arts Foundation is holding an open day to show some of the work of the foundation over the past three years. Tours of the Phonograph Room, electric train demonstration, children’s reading time, puppets, free ice cream and more. On exhibit: “The Sky’s the Limit” pastels. Free. Info: 247-4285 or edna@ brandon-music.net.

Strawberry festival in Shoreham. Thursday, June 23, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church. Annual event featuring strawberries, plain or in pie or sundaes, or with ice cream.

Exhibit opening reception in Middlebury.

Thursday, June 23, 5-7 p.m., Sheldon Museum.

Celebrating the opening of “Pedaling Through History: 150 Years of the Bicycle, the Glenn Eames Collection.” Exhibit is on view through Oct. 16. Info: www.henrysheldonmuseum.org or 802-388-2117.

Emily Dickinson poetry discussion in Bristol.

Thursday, June 23, 7-9 p.m., Bristol Bakery.

Vermont Family Forest welcomes long-time Middlebury College professor John Elder for an evening of exploring Dickinson’s poetry.

Visit www.familyforests.org/public-education/ events.shtml for a list of poems that will be discussed. Drop-ins welcome. Free event.

Coffee, tea and cookies available for purchase.

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FRIDAY Junior Fishing Derby in Vergennes. Friday, June 24, all day,

Vergennes Falls Basin. Annual event packed with learning activities, boat rides, music, food and lots of fishing. Info: 802-877-9986 or marsulli@aol.com.

Meet the Artist Weekend in Bristol. Friday, June 24, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Art on Main, 25 Main St. Vermont Hand Crafters sponsors this two-day event. Learn what inspires Vermont’s finest artists and craftspeople as they share their creative process. Art on Main exhibits jewelry, pottery, wooden ware, textiles, glass, fine art, photography and custom designed furniture.

Continues Saturday.

Arts Walk in Vergennes. Friday, June 24, 5-7 p.m., downtown Vergennes. Monthly summer arts walk featuring exhibits, musicians, comedians, actors and poets and locations around the Little City. Info: http://vergennesdowntown. org/arts-walk.

Table of Grace free meal in Vergennes.

Friday, June 24, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Vergennes Congregational Church. Meals are held the fourth Friday of the month. This month’s menu: cold turkey, salads, bread and dessert.

Hoop dance performance in Vergennes.

Friday, June 24, 6 p.m., Bixby Library.

Rebeccah Brinton gives a 10-minute presentation during the Little City’s monthly Arts Walk.

Info: 877-2211.

PTP/NYC work in progress, “Good,” at Middlebury College. Friday, June 24, 6 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts. Play by C.P. Taylor, directed by Jim Petosa. An informal showing of this production after three weeks of rehearsal. Free. Info: www.ptpnyc.org.

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SATURDAY

Junior Fishing Derby in Vergennes. Saturday, June 25, all day, Vergennes Falls Basin. Annual event packed with learning activities, boat rides, music, food and lots of fishing. Awards ceremony on Sunday at the Vergennes American Legion. Info: 802-877-9986 or marsulli@aol. com.

Beginning birders’/nature walk in Middlebury.

Saturday, June 25, 9-11 a.m., Wright Park, end of Seymour Street Extension. Annual walk offered by Otter Creek Audubon and Middlebury Area Land Trust. Walkers will explore various trails, spot birds and animals in their habitat and listen to bird songs. Education

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communitycalendar stations along the route. Family friendly but not good for strollers. Dress for weather. Info: 713-818-7033 or cgramsmac@mac.com.

Town Wide Yard Sale and live music in Bristol.

Saturday, June 25, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., homeowners’ yards, in Holley Hall and on the town green.

This year offering “Porchfest,” with live music on various front porches around town. Register for a sale or volunteer your porch or band at 453-5885 or bristolrec.org.

Meet the Artist Weekend in Bristol. Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Art on Main, 25 Main St. Vermont Hand Crafters sponsors this two-day event. Learn what inspires Vermont’s finest artists and craftspeople as they share their creative process. Art on Main exhibits jewelry, pottery, wooden ware, textiles, glass, fine art, photography and custom designed furniture.

Abenaki Heritage Weekend in Ferrisburgh.

Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Dancing, drumming, story telling, craft and cooking demonstrations presented by members of the Abenaki nation. Info: www.lcmm.org. Continues Sunday.

Addison County Wellness and Awareness Day in Middlebury. Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Middlebury town green. Burlington Labs, with support from other area wellness-related organizations, hosts its second annual community event to promote wellness opportunities in the area. Popcorn, live music, face painting and more. Info, or to participate: aburlock@ burlingtonlabs.com.

Blood drive in Orwell. Saturday, June 25, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Orwell Fire House, 604 Main St. All blood types needed. Info and appointments to donate blood or platelets: redcrossblood.org or 1-800-733-2767.

Amateur Radio Service Field Days in Addison.

Saturday, June 25, 2-5:30 p.m., Chimney Point State Historic Site. Members of the Addison County Amateur Radio Association will set up a simulated emergency station and demonstrate how ham radios can provide critical communications when telephones and electricity are out. Info: www.acara-vt.org. Continues Sunday.

Summer salad supper in Monkton. Saturday, June 25, 5-6:30 p.m., Monkton Friends Methodist Church. Assorted salads, baked beans, grilled hot dogs, homemade rolls, pies and cakes. Adults $8, children 6-12 years $4, families of four or more $20. Info: 453-2870.

PTP/NYC work in progress, “No End of Blame,” at Middlebury College. Saturday, June 25, 6 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts.

Play by C.P. Taylor, directed by Jim Petosa.

An informal showing of this production after three weeks of rehearsal. Free. Info: www. ptpnyc.org. Play by Howard Barker, directed

by Richard Romagnoli. An informal showing of this production after three weeks of rehearsal.

Free. Info: www.ptpnyc.org.

King Pede party in Ferrisburgh. Saturday, June 25, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Ferrisburgh Community Center and Town Hall. Sandwich supper followed by an evening of fun and card games.

Come planning to play King Pede or bring your own favorite card game. Requested donation: $2.50.

Silent film screening in Brandon. Saturday, June 25, 7 p.m., Brandon Town Hall. Showing “The Iron Horse” (1924), a sprawling drama about the building of the transcontinental railroad. Live musical accompaniment by Jeff Rapsis. Admission is free but free-will donations are accepted to help with ongoing renovation of the town hall. Info: www.brandontownhall.org. Part of the town hall’s annual summer silent film series.

“Moth”-style storytelling event in Bristol.

Friday, June 25, 7:30 p.m., Holley Hall. Come tell your story. Suggested donation $10. All proceeds go to improving acoustics in the building.

Maple Jam in concert in Brandon. Saturday, June 25, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music. A cappella.

Tickets $20. Reservations recommended: 802-247-4295 or www.brandon-music.net.

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SUNDAY Green Mountain Club hike to Stark

demonstrate how ham radios can provide critical communications when telephones and electricity are out. Info: www.acara-vt.org.

Abenaki Heritage Weekend in Ferrisburgh.

Sunday, June 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Lake Champlain Maritime Museum. Dancing, drumming, story telling, craft and cooking demonstrations presented by members of the Abenaki nation. Info: www.lcmm.org.

Foodaroo in Middlebury. Sunday, June 26, 3-9 p.m., Merchants Row in front of Town Hall Theater. Second annual food truck festival, with live music by Josh Panda and the Hot Damned. Info: www.townhalltheater.org.

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Strawberry festival in Vergennes.

Monday, June 27, 6-8 p.m., City Park.

Homemade strawberry shortcake and beverage, $5. Proceeds benefit the Champlain Valley Christian School. Info: 802-759-2980.

Band concert in Vergennes. Monday, June 27, 7 p.m., City Park. The Vergennes City Band’s first concert of the summer. Concerts held every Monday evening through Aug. 22.

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Early wind power panel discussion in Middlebury. Tuesday, June 28, 6 p.m., Ilsley Library. Don Mayer, David Sellers and Jito Coleman will share stories about the beginning of North Wind Power in Warren in the early 1970s.

Offered in conjunction with the Vermont Folklife Center’s exhibit “Portraits in Action: Pioneers in Renewable Energy, Environmental Conservation, and Land Use Planning.” Info: www.vermontfolklifecenter.org 802-388-4964.

Table Read Series in Vergennes. Tuesday, June 28, 6 p.m., Bixby Library. Writing sessions where local writers of all levels can share their works in progress. This month, author Jay Dubberly will share his novella “Storm Grey and Stella d’Oro.”

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Bring binoculars BEGINNING BIRDERS EXPLORE the Trail Around Middlebury in Wright Park at a past “Let’s Go Birding” walk. This year’s guided walk, which is open to all ages, is on Saturday, June 25, from 9-11 a.m.

Photo by Gary Starr

Mountain. Sunday, June 26, time and meeting place TBA. Hike from the Appalachian Gap to Stark Mountain. Moderate and at times difficult 5-mile hike with elevation gains of over 2,000 feet. Bring hiking poles, appropriate clothing, water and lunch or snack. Dog-friendly hike.

Info: wahav@madriver.com or 802-496-6677.

Public breakfast in Vergennes. Sunday, June 26, 7:30-10 a.m., Vergennes Masonic Lodge, 54 School St. Only $8 for eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, waffles, French toast, home fries, corned beef hash, sausage gravy and biscuits, juice, coffee and tea. Proceeds support local community needs and organizations.

Amateur Radio Service Field Days in Addison.

Sunday, June 26, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Chimney Point State Historic Site. Members of the Addison County Amateur Radio Association will set up a simulated emergency station and

WEDNESDAY

Stories on the Park in Bristol.

Wednesday, June 29, noon-1 p.m., Bristol town green. Lawrence Memorial Library offers weekly stories, songs, time to play, and free lunch. Rain location: library community room. Info: 453-2366.

Horseshoe pitching workshop for kids in Bristol. Wednesday, June 29, 2-4:30 p.m., Sodbusters Horseshoe Club near the Bristol American Legion. The second meeting in a two-part workshop with World Women’s Horseshoe Champion Debra Brown of Bristol.

For kids 7 and older. Sign-up required; call 452-2366 or email lmlkids009@gmail.com.

Chicken BBQ in Bristol. Wednesday, June 29, 5:30-8 p.m., Bristol. Check bristol4th.com for location and details.

Talk on historic boatbuilding in Addison.

Wednesday, June 29, 7-8:30 p.m., Chimney Point State Historic Site. Douglas Brooks gives an illustrated lecture titled “From Skiffs to Sail Ferries: The Story of Vermont’s Small Boat Traditions.” Free. Info: 802-759-2412 or www. historicsites.vermont.gov/chimneypoint.

Town band concert in Bristol. Wednesday, June 29, 7 p.m., town green. Bring a lawn chair, blanket or picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of small-town entertainment.

Observatory stargazing open house at Middlebury College. Wednesday, June 29, 9-10:30 p.m., Middlebury College Observatory, McCardell Bicentennial Hall. See planets, stars, star clusters and nebulae through the college’s 24-inch dome and smaller rooftop telescopes. Free. Check for weather after 7 p.m. at 443-2266 or http://go.middlebury.edu/ observatory.

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THURSDAY Zero

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in Middlebury. Thursday, June 30, 7 p.m., Middlebury Town Office building, 74 Main St. Free workshop hosted by the Middlebury Energy Committee in the new town office building, which is net-zero. Learn how to reduce fossil fuel use by 50-100 percent and access up to $5,000 in new incentives for GMP customers. Info: www.zeroenergynowvt.com.

“Looking Through the Glass” performance in Leicester. Thursday, June 30, 8:30 p.m., Chris Russ’ garden. The Otter Creek Festival of the Arts offers an outdoor immersive adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland” by Tony Award-winning playwright Lanie Robertson. Tickets: go to www.brownpapertickets.com and search “OCFA.” Also on July 1 and 2.

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FRIDAY

Summer Carillon Concert Series at Middlebury College. Friday, July 1, 5 p.m., Mead Chapel and surrounding lawns. First concert in the summer series.

The carillon in the tower of Mead Chapel will be played by Elizabeth Graves-Vitu, carillonneur for the cities of Perpignan and Carcasonne, France, and by Laurent Pie. Free. Info: http:// go.middlebury.edu/carillon.

Henry Sheldon Museum Pops Concert and Fireworks at Middlebury College. Friday, July 1, 5:30 p.m., on the field behind the Mahaney Center for the Arts (rain site: Kenyon Arena). Grounds open at 5:30 p.m. for picnics; concert begins at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks. The Vermont Philharmonic performs.

Bring chairs, blankets, flashlights. Tickets $25 adults, youth, $10, children under 12 free; adult tickets purchased by June 26 $20. Tickets at 802-388-2117, online at www.henrysheldonmuseum.org, or at the Sheldon.

Fourth of July street dance in Brandon. Friday, July 1, 5 p.m., Central Park. Vendors open at 5 p.m., and the DJ from Jam Man Entertainment fires up the music at 6 p.m. 50/50 raffle. Also, check out the Brandon Chamber’s silent auction in the fellowship hall of the Brandon Congregational Church, 3-8 p.m. Info: brandon.org.

“Looking Through the Glass” performance in Leicester. Friday, July 1, 8:30 p.m., Chris Russ’ garden. The Otter Creek Festival of the Arts offers an outdoor immersive adaptation of “Alice in Wonderland” by Tony Award-winning playwright Lanie Robertson. Tickets: go to www.brownpapertickets.com and search “OCFA.” Also on July 2.

LIVEMUSIC Jaela and Jinxbox in Middlebury. Thursday, June 23, 7-9 p.m., 51 Main.

Rehab Roadhouse in New Haven. Friday, June 24, 6-8 p.m., Lincoln Peak Vineyard.

Joe Moore Band in Middlebury. Friday, June 24, 8-10 p.m., 51 Main.

Jester Jigs in Middlebury. Friday, June 24, 9 p.m., Two Brothers Tavern.

Jinxbox and Jaela in Middlebury. Saturday, June 25, 7 p.m., Marquis Theater.

Paul Asbell Jazz Group in Middlebury.

Saturday, June 25, 8:30-10:30 p.m., 51 Main.

Ben and Anita in Middlebury. Thursday, June 30, 8-10 p.m., 51 Main.

Jinxbox and Jaela in Middlebury. Friday, Aug. 19, 7 p.m., Marquis Theater.

Jinxbox and Jaela in Middlebury. Saturday, Aug. 20, 6 p.m., Two Brothers Tavern.

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Rehab Roadhouse to play at Wine Down Friday Rehab Roadhouse will perform at Lincoln Peak Vineyard in New Haven on Friday, from 6 to 8 p.m.

The quartet lives in the intersection between B-side ’70s classics, blues and more modern jam. Rehab Roadhouse has been rehabilitating Addison County’s rock-and-roll souls since 2009. The band includes Joel Palmer on vocals and harmoni-

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by Almost Home and wine by the glass.

Admission is free. Bring lawn chairs or a picnic blanket. The Wine Down Friday series happens rain or shine — there’s room on the winery porch in the case of rain. No alcohol may be brought onto the grounds, and please leave your pets at home.

Lincoln Peak Vineyard is located at 142 River Road in New Haven.

More information is at lincolnpeakvineyard.com.

FOODAROO II Presented by Middlebury UndergrounD (MUD) in partnership with Town Hall Theater, the second annual Foodaroo will take place in Middlebury on Sunday from 3 to 9 p.m.

This family-friendly festival unites Vermont’s culinary artisans and beverage makers, with an emphasis on Addison County and Chittenden County vendors and farms.

From food trucks to brick-and-mortar operations, this outdoor event showcases creative, locally-sourced cuisine … while great local musi-

Rehab Roadhouse at Lincoln Peak Vineyard cians rock the green from the top of Year” at the New England Music Town Hall Theater’s steps.

Awards, electrify with their soulful Attendees taste their way through R&B vibe starting at 6 p.m. As the a huge diversity of venlight gets golden, headdors (even more than last liner Josh Panda and the year) while street perHot Damned turn up the formers, dancers, cookvolume to bring it home ing demos and visual artwith fierce melodies and ists showcase the best of his own rock-and-roll Vermont’s thriving maker style. movement. Playing over Foodaroo offers free

by Greg Pahl a blocked-off Merchants general admission to Row and Middlebury’s enjoy the performances town green, four of Verand festival activities. mont’s best bands will regale the Tickets for food are sold fair-style crowd as people feast. for $1 per ticket by cash or check Local jazz quartet The Good Parts only on Merchants Row the day of starts things off at 3 p.m. Then at the event. Food options range from 4:30 p.m. the Bengsons share their $3-$6, or 3-6 tickets. When you exhilarating indie-folk sound. Ver- come to feast, please consider conmont-based Dwight & Nicole, who tributing nonperishable food items were recently named “Band of the to HOPE for Addison County’s food

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MAPLE JAM IN BRANDON Maple Jam is Vermont’s own a cappella jazz octet specializing in close-harmony vocal arrangements of sweet love songs and swinging big band favorites. The group returns to Brandon Music on Saturday at 7:30 pm.

No one in New England does it the way Maple Jam does, drawing inspiration from The Swingle Singers, the Real Group, Singers Unlimited, and Pink Martini, among others. They are partial to the lush vocal arrangements of Gene Puerling, and recent work with Robin Fawcett has brought even more sparkle to this dynamic group on stage.

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Cosmic Forecast For the week of June 20 Maple Jam at Brandon Music

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) Parker notes Maple Jam’s “clever, often amusing, arrangements, sweet close harmony and jazzy swing make for an irresistible blend. It’s a cappella singing in the finest tradition.”

Members of Maple Jam are sopranos Alexandra Tursi and Karen Chickering; altos Vikki Day and Clara Cavitt; tenors Maarten van Ryckevorsel and Jeff Prescott; and basses Andy Warner and Jose Schmidt.

Concert tickets are $20. A preconcert dinner is also available for $20. Reservations are recommended for the show and required for dinner.

Venue is BYOB. Call 247-4295 or e-mail info@brandon-music.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road in Brandon.

COMPASS MUSIC AND ARTS The Compass Music and Arts Foundation is holding an open day from 2 to 8 p.m. on Thursday to show some of the work of the foundation over the past three years.

Members of the foundation board will be available to talk with foundation friends, members and visitors about the work of the foundation. Stephen Sutton will also be showing visitors around the greatly enhanced Phonograph Rooms and giving demonstrations on how some of these vintage recording machines operate. Arthur Doty will be placing the Golden Spike in the model Otter Valley Railroad and running the trains around the tracks for all train enthusiasts to enjoy. Laura King will be reading stories to children in the Children’s Room, complete with the help of puppets, and there will be free ice cream for all visitors courtesy of Ben and Jerry’s. Visitors can also enjoy “The Sky’s the Limit” pastel exhibit in the main hall.

The event is free. The Compass Music and Arts Center is located in Park Village at 333 Jones Drive in Brandon. (Park Village used to be the Brandon Training School, located 1.5 miles north of downtown Brandon off of Arnold District Road).

LIVE MUSIC AT 51 MAIN There will be three live musical events this week at Middlebury’s 51 Main. At 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jaela will entertain. Jaela is an electronic music duo consisting of Simon Broucke and Matias Van Order Gonzalez. They use looping software, guitars, pianos and synths to play

electronic music without having to press play on anything.

Then, at 8 p.m. on Friday, the Joe Moore Band takes to the stage. The Joe Moore Band performs a wide variety of American rhythm & blues, funk and jazz.

Finally, at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, the Paul Asbell Jazz Group will perform. Guitarist Paul Asbell, bassist Clyde Stats, saxophonist Chris Peterman, and drummer Gabe Jarrett have collectively logged over 100 professional years, making this quartet’s blend of bluesy swing, New Orleans grooves, lush melodies and fiery Latin tempos a genuine Vermont standout.

All ages, no cover. For additional information visit www.go51main. com or phone 388-8209.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN There will be two live performances this week at Two Brothers Tavern in Middlebury. Join Two Brothers every Wednesday at 9 p.m. for The Open Mic, an evening of music, comedy, or anything else, alternately hosted by Mark Sikora and Kai Stanley. Come cheer on your friends or let loose on the stage. It’s free to enter and there is no cover charge.

Then, on Friday, the tavern presents Jester Jigs at 9 p.m. Since forming in 2000, the Jester Jigs have been playing shows from Boston to Burlington and everywhere in between.

They are ready to destroy with a set list consisting of your favorite party songs, rock, modern rock, and pop/ dance covers along with an endless supply of originals. There is a $3 cover. For more information, call Two Brothers at 388-0002.

PTP/NYC AT COLLEGE After three weeks of rehearsal, two Potomac Theater Project works in progress will be featured in informal showings this week in the Seeler Studio Theater at Middlebury College’s Mahaney Center for the Arts.

The first, “Good,” by C.P. Taylor, directed by Jim Petosa, will take place at 6 p.m. on Friday. The second, “No End of Blame,” by Howard Barker, is directed by Richard Romagnoli and will take place at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, this off-Broadway theater company specializes in creating socially and politically acute theater for the 21st century. It’s free and the public is welcome. Read more at ptpnyc. org.

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State parks to fete summer with free entry and music FERRISBURGH — Kingsland Bay State Park in Ferrisburgh is one of five Vermont state parks that will offer a free celebration of music on the first day of summer, Tuesday, June 21. Park entry is free to attend these performances and no pre-registration is required.

MakeMusicVT, presented in partnership with Big Heavy World, is an international day of music making that will be taking place in more than 120 countries and 700 cities worldwide.

Vermont is the first U.S. state to coordinate a statewide event, with performances at public places including libraries, sidewalks and state parks.

The show at Kingsland Bay starts with the Bob Loblaw Band from

4-5 p.m., playing eclectic and oddly heartwarming hits you’ve never heard. Robin Reid takes the stage from 5:45-6:30 p.m. with cranky originals and some choice covers.

And Paige Thibault rounds out the show from 7-8 p.m., with piano and vocals inspired by Tori Amos, Pink Floyd and Fiona Apple.

In addition to Kingsland Bay, concerts will take place at Grand Isle, Boulder Beach, Silver Lake and Jamaica state parks. rain or shine.

Complete details can be found at www.bigheavyworld.com/makemusicvt/. Big Heavy World is a volunteer-driven, nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and promoting Vermont music and musicians.

Ham radio operators to gather on June 25 ADDISON — Members of the Addison County Amateur Radio Association will gather at the Chimney Point State Historic Site in Addison on Saturday and Sunday, June 25 and 26, for their annual Amateur Radio Service Field Days, part of a nationwide field days event. On Saturday, from 2 to 5:30 p.m., and Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., they will have a simulated emergency station. They will be happy to talk with the public about what they are doing.

Visitors will be able to see ham radio’s capabilities and learn how to get their own FCC radio license. They

will experience how far away the operators can communicate. The radio operators will use only emergency power supplies to practice emergency communications, with no reliance on phone systems, internet or commercial power sources. This outdoor program on the grounds is free.

Ham radio operators provide critical communications in emergencies when telephones and electricity are out. During many natural disasters, amateur radio is often the only way to communicate. To learn more about amateur radio in Addison County, go to www.acara-vt.org or meet the Addison County hams on site.

SINGER AND MIDDLEBURY College professor emeritus François Clemmons reads Frederick Douglass’ 1852 Fourth of July oration at Rokeby Museum in Ferrisburgh in 2015. This year’s community reading of the famous speech is on Sunday, July 3.

Frederick Douglass’ alternative July 4 speech to be read aloud FERRISBURGH — Rokeby Museum in Ferrisbugh will host a free community reading of Frederick Douglass’ most famous speech at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 3.

Asked to deliver a Fourth of July oration, Douglass refused.

Instead, he delivered his powerful condemnation of American hypocrisy — “What to the slave is 4th of July” — on July 5, 1852.

His words ring true more than 150 years later, and the speech is widely considered to be his best.

All are invited to add their voices to this statewide public reading sponsored by the Vermont Humanities Council.

For more information, contact Jane Williamson at rokeby@comcast.net or 802-877-3406.

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“By looking at the Middlebury Energy — Middlebury whole energy picture, Committee is hosting selectboard member Zero Energy Now asa free informational Laura Asermily sures owners they can session about this new move forward with approach on Thursday, confidence towards a June 30, at 7 p.m. in the new net-zero more comfortable and healthy home Middlebury Town Office building. free from the price volatility and Local Zero Energy Now providers environmental impact of burning will be on hand to answer questions fossil fuel,” explains program coorfollowing a brief presentation. dinator Gabrielle Stebbins. “This is In today’s market, when rebates the next logical step towards getting and incentives are combined with Vermont’s homes and businesses to low-cost financing, it’s not unusual reach their full energy potential.”

“We encourage residents to follow Middlebury’s lead in achieving netzero buildings as we have done with our new town office,” Middlebury selectboard member Laura Asermily said. “You’ll be able to see the steps we took toward a fossil-fuel free building and the energy dashboard in our lobby, which shows how our off-site solar array offsets our electric.”

Zero Energy Now is a new program from the nonprofit Building Performance Professionals Association of Vermont (BPPA-VT) and is sponsored by Green Mountain Power through a grant from the CEED program.

To find out more about this workshop, contact Laura Asermily at lasermily@yahoo.com or 388-9478, go to ZeroEnergyNowVt.com or visit the Facebook page.

Community leadership nominations sought

Early voting starts June 24th!

Tuesday, August 9th – Democratic Primary

MIDDLEBURY — The Con Hogan Award for Creative, Entrepreneurial Community Leadership is seeking nominations for its 2016 award. The $15,000 cash award intends to recognize Con Hogan’s life’s work and commitment by encouraging and rewarding mid-career leaders who share his vision of a better Vermont — one that places the highest value on the public good — and who seize the responsibility for making that vision real by using data

and measurement, monitoring a plan of action, and making adjustments along the way.

The award honoree will be selected by a committee consisting of individuals who represent a broad range of activities, including health and human services, the arts, government service, early care and education, agriculture, and civic duty. He or she will have demonstrated the following characteristics: a track record of making a difference, focus on data-

driven results, community connection, generosity and enthusiasm. The honoree must be an individual who is a Vermont resident and has not previously received the award.

Nominations will be accepted through the Vermont Community Foundation’s website through 5 p.m. on Thursday, June 30. The award will be presented publicly at a ceremony on Oct. 5. For more information or to submit a nomination, visit www.vermontcf.org/conhoganaward.

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Birong (Continued from Page 1) “I figured what the hell, I’d give it a shot,” Birong recalled. “I figured it was a really long shot.”

To start with, Birong was one of four delegates — along with Rep. Diane Lanpher, D-Vergennes, Eliza Benton and Christopher Cousineau — chosen at the city’s Democratic caucus to go to the May 22 Vermont Democratic convention at the Barre Opera House.

Then he was one of 117 delegates, many of them veterans on the political scene or major campaign donors, vying for one of just 11 district delegate slots to the national convention.

The state has 26 delegates in all, chosen in several ways: 10 are the so-called super-delegates by virtue of holding elective office, while others, including Lanpher, later earned at-large status.

Sixteen, including Birong, are pledged to Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders by virtue of his state primary win. Most of the super-delegates are committed to former Secretary of State and now presumptive nominee Hillary Clinton.

Birong in 2014 was recruited by Lanpher and the Main Street Alliance to lobby in Montpelier and Washington, D.C., on small business issues. He said he decided in May that as long as he was going to be at the state convention, he would try to go to the next, bigger show, too.

“I was just curious about how the whole process operated, and by throwing my hat in the ring that qualified me to be elected (as a delegate to the national convention),” he said.

Birong, a novice on the scene, did not know much about the process, which included intense campaigning by the other 116 candidates. Their friends and relatives were pressing the flesh and passing out flyers on the Barre Opera House floor, and some placed ads in the convention program.

“I walked in the door and it was a madhouse,” Birong said. “I said, ‘OK, I guess they really do press for these positions.’”

Birong had intended to send out emails and prepare handouts, but those plans hit a roadblock that further reduced his election odds: He learned that he and his investment

MATT BIRONG partners in a Dominican Republic cacao farm were victims of bank fraud. Dealing with that problem took up his time leading up to the convention. He did no campaigning.

Then he learned only on arrival that candidates for district delegate had all been allotted 30 seconds to make their case to the 550 state convention attendees.

“I really almost bailed on it, because I was not prepared,” Birong said. “I had no idea what I wanted to say.”

30 SECONDS IN BARRE But he buckled down while party dignitaries gave speeches, and made a list of bullet points on his iPhone.

He emphasized the work he had done with Lanpher and the Main Street Alliance to help craft a Vermont bill that offers workers paid leave, but is not too onerous for small businesses like his; his meetings in Washington with the state’s congressional delegation and highranking staffers about ending tax breaks for corporations that send jobs overseas; and what he called his “socially responsible small business owner approach” to 3 Squares.

Birong said he just tried to describe himself and his experiences, which he thought gave him a niche.

“I know they wanted variety from the group, and I know people wanted variety when they voted,” he said. “I guess that worked.”

But not right away. Six women and five men were chosen. Officials called the names of the six women first, and then read four male names,

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Finally, the words “Matt Birong” were spoken.

“Diane (Lanpher) said my face was priceless,” Birong said. “I actually used an expletive, but I cracked a smile, and was like, ‘You’ve got to be kidding me, I actually got a slot?’

I just started laughing.”

Lanpher, a friend and regular 3 Squares customer for years (“At times I used to think he should charge me rent”) agreed Birong was stunned.

“He turned to me and said, ‘What have you gotten me into?’” she said.

Lanpher had asked Birong to come to the city caucus and then urged him to run in Barre. She cited his open-mindedness, abilities to express his thoughts and listen to others, and his “sound business head, and a sound political head as well.”

Lanpher said his short-notice speech showed why she had faith in him.

“I was so proud of him,” she said.

“This just affirms his ability to be engaged and think quick and go out there in 30 seconds and knock it out of the park, to be able to articulate in a short amount of time and demonstrate his strengths.”

ON TO PHILADELPHIA The 2016 Democratic National Convention will be held in Philadelphia July 25 through 28, a week after the Republican Party gathers in Cleveland.

Normally, the Vermont delegation, like most from the smaller states, does not play a major role. But given Sanders’ strong performance in the primaries and his stated desire to align Democratic Party policy more with his and his voters’ goals, the Vermonters will be prominent.

Birong said Rep. Kesha Ram, DBurlington, explained it well.

“She said that usually (the delegation) is sitting in the rafters with Guam and Puerto Rico. Things are totally different this year. We are on the floor front and center, because this is Bernie’s big party,” Birong said.

Lanpher expects Vermonters will see plenty of time in front of cameras and microphones.

“Vermont’s delegation is going to have a particularly important role to demonstrate who we are, and publicly represent not only our senator but our state as well,” she said.

Birong, already on a first-name basis with many of Vermont’s D.C. contingent, added the delegates will stay in the main hotel right near the convention hall and be asked to help make the push for policy and rules changes.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I am finding absolutely exhilarating,” Birong said. “I’m looking forward to the challenges and education that comes with it, to actually do something that could actually have meaningful change for many elections to come.”

At this point, the Sanders delegates are awaiting their “marching orders” on specific details, Birong said.

“We’ve got a sense from Bernie’s campaign the direction it’s taking,” he said. “We should be getting harder information in the next week or two.”

As far as the nomination, Birong said he and others know which way the wind is blowing. Personally, he knows how he will vote in November.

“Nobody is going to jump ship.

After the convention, my view of it is I didn’t get the guy I wanted, but the person he appears to be losing to is a hell of a lot better than the alternative,” Birong said. “To throw a loose cannon like that as the face of the United States would be nothing short of catastrophic.”

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By ANDY believes AC is getADDISON COUNTY KIRKALDY ting on the elevator AMERICAN MIDDLEBURY to ride up again this LEGION BASEBALL — A year after season.

ROSTER playing in the VerFor one thing, AC COACHES: Mike Estey, mont American has at least seven Jim Lutton, Chad Estey, Legion championstarting pitchers: Greg Lutton ship final and fallreturners Hunter George Bailey ing just short, the O’Connor and Wyatt Cameron Addison County Will Wormer, plus Keion Correll American Legion newcomers Adam Calvin Desforges team in 2015 saw Whitcomb, George Brian Foote many players age Bailey (those two Devon Kimball out of the program, combined for four Chris Leach resulting in a young playoff wins as Pat Messenger roster particularly Mount Abraham Hunter O’Connor short in the pitchUnion High School Dylan Raymond ing rotation. won the Division Liam Smith AC went from a II title), Dustin Adam Whitcomb penthouse suite to Whitcomb, Wyatt Dustin Whitcomb a basement studio Cameron and Greg Greg Whitney apartment, winWhitney.

Payson Williams ning just once and “They’re going to Chris Wood forfeiting a couple throw strikes for us Will Wormer late-season conand compete, and Bruce Wright tests simply belast year we gave up cause Coach Mike games because we Estey’s team didn’t have anybody to didn’t have enough pitching,” Estey put on the mound. said.

But Estey, who — along with asThe coaching staff also kept the sistants Jim Lutton, Greg Lutton full legal complement of 18 players, and Chad Estey — is entering his and Estey said while there might not 10th season leading the AC squad, be superstars, the roster is balanced

AC LEGION INFIELDER Greg Whitney closes in on a ground ball during batting practice this past Wednesday afternoon at the Middlebury College diamond, the team’s home field. Whitney is one of the veterans on a squad that is being joined by a number of newcomers. The local nine is looking to bounce back from a subpar 2015 season.

Independent photo/Andy Kirkaldy

and talented and will allow the coaches to make tactical decisions they could not a year ago.

“With the depth in our pitching and the depth in our whole ballclub, we can pinchhit for people and pin-

chrun for people and defensively make moves,” Estey said.

The pitchers will throw for the most part to veteran catcher Chris Leach, one of just three AC players in his last year of eligibility. New-

comer Brian Foote will also see plenty of time behind the dish.

“Chris will do a good part of our catching and hopefully get our pitching on the right track and get us (See Baseball, Page 17)

Vergennnes-based softballers win title

TEAM USA FROM the Vergennes Area Little League on June 13 defeated Starksboro in the championship game of the Mount Abraham District Little League softball tournament, played at Cota Field in Starksboro. Pictured, from left to right, are Mckenzie Bell, sitting in front; kneeling, Kimmy Jerome, Bethany Bresnick, Reese Gernander, Ema Gernander and Raia Bryant; standing Sierra Bertrand, Skye Thayer, Audrey Tembreull, Faith Stearns and Audrey Scribner; and, in the back, Coaches Jim Gernander, Eric Bresnick and Travis Scribner.

STARKSBORO — nervous about the game, “These girls Team USA from the but they never accepted never gave Vergennes Area Youth they couldn’t win.”

League defeated Starks- up. They The members of boro, 15-2, on June 13, relied on each Team USA are Mckenin the championship other and over zie Bell, Sierra Bertrand, game of the Mount the last few Bethany Bresnick, Raia Abraham District Little Bryant, Ema Gernander, weeks you League softball tournaReese Gernander, Kimcould tell good ment, played at Cota my Jerome, Audrey things were Field in Starksboro.

Tembreull, Skye ThayTeam USA avenged coming their er, Audrey Scribner and two earlier losses to way.”

Faith Stearns.

Starksboro with the win Defense keyed their — Coach and finished the spring Travis Scribner victory over a good with a 10-3 record.

Starksboro team, ScribTeam USA Coach ner said.

Travis Scribner, who was assisted by “Our defense really hit its peak Eric Bresnick and Jim Gernander, during our last couple games, and said despite the earlier setbacks the I can’t say I’ve ever seen a Little members of Team USA went into League team have the defensive the final feeling confident. showing they did in the champi“These girls never gave up. They onship game,” Scribner said. “As relied on each other and over the coaches, we’re extremely proud of last few weeks you could tell good their efforts this season. The mothings were coming their way,” ment of excitement they had when Scribner said. “After losing to they won was worth way more than Starksboro twice I knew they were any trophy.”

Addison Independent, Monday, June 20, 2016 — PAGE 17

Addison County American Legion Baseball Schedule

COACHES JIM LUTTON, left front, and Mike Estey address the members of the 2016 Addison County American Legion team before their Wednesday practice at the Middlebury College baseball field. The coaches decided to carry a full complement of 18 athletes, some from each of the four local high schools, this season and will rely on that depth.

Independent photo/Andy Kirkaldy

Baseball (Continued from Page 16) going quickly,” Estey said.

Estey will be mixing and matching lineups in the field depending on who is on the mound, with a mind also to making sure all the players get time while trying to position the team to contend.

“We made the decision to keep this number of kids because we want to keep them in the program,” he said. “We need to make sure we

play them, give them innings. Yet we are going to go after wins. We want to get back in the tournament, which means getting one of the top four spots in the North, and it’s going to be a challenge.”

At first base, veterans Dylan Raymond, Devon Kimball and O’Connor could see time, as well as Wright and Adam Whitcomb.

Veterans Greg Whitney and Liam Smith and newcomer Wyatt Cam-

eron are the primary candidates at second base, with Chris Wood and Cameron the shortstops. Bailey and veteran Calvin Desforges are third basemen, while Estey said versatile Dustin Whitcomb could also pop up anywhere in the infield.

Kimball, O’Connor, Smith, Wormer and veteran Pat Messenger return as outfielders, and newcomers Payson Williams, Keion Correll and Dustin Whitcomb are in the mix

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June 18, 11 a.m., Essex at AC June 19, 11 a.m., AC at Franklin County June 20, 5:30 p.m., Colchester at AC June 22, 5:30 p.m., AC at Stowe June 23, 5:30 p.m., Colchester at AC June 26, Noon, AC at SD Ireland (2) June 28, 5:30 p.m., Montpelier at AC June 30, 5:30 p.m., Montpelier at AC July 2, 11 a.m., Franklin County at AC (2) July 7, 5:30 p.m., AC at So. Burlington July 9, 11 a.m., Stowe at AC July 10, 11 a.m., OEC Kings at AC July 13, 5:30 p.m., SD Ireland at AC July 14, 5:30 p.m., AC at Montpelier July 16, Noon, AC at Essex (2) July 17, Noon, AC at So. Burlington (2) July 19, 5:30 p.m., AC at Colchester July 21, 5:30 p.m., AC at OEC Kings * Home games at Middlebury College

there as well.

Among ways to rotate players into the lineup, Estey will probably use a DH for whoever pitches, and might give his starting pitcher a rest the day before he takes the mound.

“We’ve got some good options.

Of course, if we’ve got a guy with a hot bat, or defensively they’re really strong (they’ll play),” Estey said.

Overall, Estey said the coaches are excited after a down year. They also hope the influx of a number of Mount Abe’s championship players, who helped the Eagles to a title after an 0-6 start, will boost AC’s intangibles.

“Mount Abe turned it around, and we can use that to our advantage,” Estey said. “They understand it takes team chemistry. They understand it takes pulling for each other.”

Estey also knows that teams like Essex, the OEC Kings, SD Ireland, Colchester and Franklin County will offer tough competition.

“We’re going to have our hands full,” Estey said. “But it should be a lot of fun. The fun part will be keeping everyone involved and engaged.”

Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at andyk@addisonindependent.com.

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Cota farm (Continued from Page 1) Chair Stephen Pilcher. “And for the landowners, Greg and Lillian Cota, when you go through this process you don’t get top dollar for your farm. This is a real commitment on their part. They care deeply that this land stay as farmland and not be developed.”

The VHCB’s process is competitive. Each year the VHCB selects 20 to 25 land conservation projects to support and lays out around $5 million-$6 million in combined state and USDA funds.

“We’re very excited,” said the VHCB Agricultural Director Nancy Everhart, reached just after the VHCB’s decision to allocate the money conserving the Cota Brothers Farm.

“It’s a tremendous resource that was treasured by the Cota family. And what we heard today at the board meeting is they’re so excited to see it protected and kept in farmland forever and in active ag “I don’t production want to see and transferred to the houses on next generathe land, I tion of farmwant to see ers.”

With fundcattle on the ing to purland.” the — Greg Cota chase development rights secured, the next phase of the project — crossing the i’s and dotting the t’s — could take six months to a year, Everhart said.

The Cota Farm is significant for a number of reasons, according to Allen Karnatz, the Vermont Land Trust’s Champlain Valley farm project director.

The 218 acres are high-quality agricultural soils in an area of Monkton that is highly desirable for development. The acreage is just east of Monkton center, putting it easily on commuter routes to Burlington, Vergennes and Middlebury. The Cota brothers are already working to sell

GREG AND ROB Cota stand with the 1954 John Deere tractor they still use in a very large garden on the Cota Brothers Farm in Monkton. They are selling their spread to another farm thanks in part to public conservation funds.

Independent photo/John S. McCright

the farm to a younger farmer, Matt Baldwin, whose family has a track record of conserving farmland and wildlife habitat. Baldwin has been leasing some of the Cotas’ acreage and farming it for the past couple of years. The acreage also includes small sites with archaeological importance and some wetland and riparian areas.

Finally, the soil itself is classified as “some of the best in Addison County; 78 acres are prime agricul-

tural soils, and 105 acres are classified as of statewide importance,” according to Karnatz.

TOWN CONSERVATION The $100,000 from Monkton’s Agricultural and Natural Areas Fund represents Monkton’s largest conservation outlay ever and over half of available preservation funds, Karnatz said. He emphasized that the strong town support that such a contribution represents is important when the VHCB evaluates potential

projects.

“That leverage is huge,” said Karnatz. “Monkton really leads the way in Addison County in terms of having a conservation fund. It speaks to the people in town who say ‘We want to help agriculture and conserve land.’”

To date, the Monkton Agricultural and Natural Areas Fund has helped preserve close to 500 acres in Monkton and over 800 acres regionwide.

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Renewable energy group to meet

Conservation (Continued from Page 18) farming requires that cows spend ute to the conservation fund. Greg time on pasture, Greg Cota pointed Cota joked that he is getting back out. some of the money he paid into the And the local and state funds mean fund over the years. the Baldwin has a chance Knowing that the land “Monkton to make a financial succan be conserved as a really leads cess while keeping the working farm — and land open. the way in especially knowing that “It gets a young farmer their Monkton neighbors Addison an opportunity for a farm support this conservation County in so that he can afford it,” — means a great deal to Cota said. terms of the Cota family.

And he recognized the having a “I was in tears,” said financial sacrifice he was Lillian Cota, Greg’s conservation making. wife, when she described fund. It “We could have got learning that the selectdouble the money selling speaks to board had voted yes to it for houses, but money conserve the family’s the people isn’t everything,” Cota farmland. in town who said.

“Greg’s lived on the say ‘We With Baldwin bringfarm all of his life,” she ing dairy cows back onto want to help said. “And it’s just a rethe land, Lillian Cota ally big thing that’s hap- agriculture said that this spring she pening. We want it to and conserve again had the joy of seehappen. We don’t want ing calves and heifers let land.’” houses built here. And loose on pasture for the — Allen Karnatz, we’re glad that we’ve first time.

Vermont got Matt to take over and “When they first go Land Trust farm it.” out in the spring, when The Cota brothers sold they first get to go out on off their dairy herd between 2007 grass, it’s just totally amazing,” she and 2012, but over the past two years said. “They just get out there and run Baldwin has been renting most of the and jump and buck. Every spring it’s Cota acreage and working toward the same. bringing the farm back to dairying, “So it was wonderful to see that with a focus on organic farming. this year. And it really hit home more Baldwin was a good candidate for that now it’s still going to be happenpurchasing the land because organic ing.”

Hoop dance on exhibit at the Bixby Library VERGENNES — Bixby Library will kick off its participation in the Vergennes Arts Walk this season on Friday, June 24, with art exhibits on all three floors and a special hoop dance performance by Rebeccah Brinton.

Sean Dye’s rich acrylics featuring both Vermont and Southwestern themes make up the main- and second-floor exhibits. Vergennes Union High School alumni Genevieve Cohn and Dustin Dattilio will exhibit in the Otter Creek Book Sale ground floor space.

At 6 p.m. Rebeccah Brinton will perform a brief and exhilarating hoop dance in the main lobby under the dome. The essence of hoop dance is to keep a continuum of movement with one or more hula-hoops. The hoop can spiral, spin, swirl, reverse and isolate on or around the body, in either the vertical or horizontal plane.

The dancer may fuse any style of dance and music into the hoop movement, creating a unique and highly visually stimulating art thatcan seem a little bit like magic.

Brinton is a certified yoga teacher as well a hoop dancer. The 6 p.m. performance will last less than 15 minutes, giving those attending plenty of time to visit other Arts Walk venues.

For more information, contact Jane Spencer at Bixby Library, 877-2211.

MIDDLEBURY — Don Mayer, David Sellers and Jito Coleman will offer a panel discussion titled “The Roots of Renewable Energy in Vermont: North Wind Power” on Tuesday, June 28, at 6 p.m. in the Community Room of the Ilsley Library in Middlebury. The three will share stories about the beginnings of North Wind Power in Warren in the early 1970s.

This is the first of five programs organized in conjunction with the Vermont Folklife Center exhibit “Portraits in Action: Pioneers in Renewable Energy, Environmental Conservation, and Land Use Planning.” The gallery at the folklife center on Main Street in Middlebury will have extended hours from 5 to 5:45 p.m. on June 28 in advance of this program.

The renewable energy movement in the United States was born of the social and political ferment of the late 1960s, and Vermont played a leadership role from the very beginning. Mayer, Sellers and Coleman will reflect on their roles in the emergence of this movement and share their perspectives on the en-

Mayer teamed up with Sellers to salvage and recondition historic wind turbines from farms in the Great Plains. This enterprise eventually evolved into the wind turbine manufacturer North Wind Power, which engineer Jito Coleman joined to oversee research and development. Coleman had previously lived and worked on a Wisconsin commune inspired by the ideas of R. Buckminster Fuller.

Today, Vermont wind turbine manufacturer Northern Power carries on the legacy of North Wind Power. Mayer is the CEO of Small Dog Electronics, Sellers is the principal of Sellers and Company Architects, and Jito Coleman works as a renewable energy engineer on projects worldwide.

The exhibition “Portraits in Action” will be on display through Aug. 6. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about the exhibit and program series, visit the folklife center website at www. vermontfolklifecenter.org or call (802) 388-4964.

This is the first of five programs organized in conjunction with the Vermont Folklife Center exhibit “Portraits in Action: Pioneers in Renewable Energy, Environmental Conservation, and Land Use Planning.” ergy challenges facing us today.

Don Mayer was an anti-war activist who opposed the draft and participated in the creation of People’s Park in San Francisco. Arriving at Goddard College in the early 1970s Mayer enrolled in a course taught

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PETS IN NEED HOMEWARD BOUND

Addison County’s Humane Society PEANUT BUTTER 2 years, Pitbull mix, neutered male. Peanut Butter is a petite 2 year old Pitbull mix with an amazing smile that will just melt your heart! This boy loves to play, play, play, whether it be with toys or people. He’s a puppy at heart, with bouncy puppy energy and a puppy’s tendency to be mouthy. He’s looking to adopt a human friend who has experience with dogs and who can help him learn to redirect his mouthy energy.

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This handsome fellow would like a new home without children and cats. He is selective about other K9 friends, but may do well with proper introductions. Willy would make a fantastic hiking buddy!

ZEKE 2 years, Shar-pei mix, neutered male. Zeke is a wonderful young dog who will steal your heart. He is a bit shy when he meets new people and can take a while to warm up, but once he is comfortable he turns into a playful, goofy clown! Zeke has shown no interest in cats here at the shelter and plays nicely with other dogs. We think he will make a perfect addition to nearly any family!

MIKO 1 year, Brown Tabby, spayed female. Miko came to us as a pregnant stray. She spent several months in a foster home caring for her kittens; now she is ready for a home of her own! Miko is a playful young kitty who enjoys chasing toys and lounging in a window. She isn’t much for being held, but she enjoys being petted and gives the best kisses and cuddles! Do you have a sunny window to share with this sweet gal?

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MOZART 1.5 years, Brown Tiger w/ white, neutered male. This handsome gentleman was found as a stray wandering a quiet country road. Mozart is curious and is very affectionate; he gives the best snuggles! He is a mellow cat who likes to observe safely from the sidelines before jumping headfirst into the action. Mozart will make some lucky person a fabulous feline companion!

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Pet Pages Pets at work can boost job satisfaction (MS) — Employers continually try new tactics to improve employee morale. A new concept has truly gone to the dogs … and even the cats.

North Americans love their pets.

They’re willing to dress them up in fancy clothes, spend money for elaborate spa grooming packages and even take them along on vacations. Recognizing that pets are important members of many households, some companies are providing for animal day care, while others have an open-door policy when it comes to bringing pets to work.

One might think that opening the workplace to pets would create a veritable zoo with a cacophony of meows and barks. But companies like California-based Autodesk say that this isn’t the case. Many pets are very well behaved, preferring to snooze under desks or flirt with passersby. The company has loose rules in place, including barring overzealous barkers. And if an animal has too many accidents indoors, he or she has to leave.

While these pet-friendly programs benefit the dogs, cats, lizards and even the occasional snake that may spend time in the office, such programs can also benefit employees.

The American Humane Association says that pet-friendly policies can be a boon to employers and employees alike.

• Research indicates that animals can help individuals naturally reduce stress.

• Having pets nearby can keep employees calm and help them adapt better to unforeseen challenges.

• Pets generally induce feelings of happiness. Therefore an office environment where pets are allowed may benefit from improved morale.

• Happier employees often perform better.

• Animals help spark conversation and camaraderie among employees.

• Taking dogs for brief bathroom breaks during the day enables employees to get some exercise, see a change of scenery and return to the workplace refreshed.

• Knowing that one doesn’t have to rush home to let a dog out can

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A study by the American Pet Products Producers Association says that one in five companies throughout the United States allow pets to come into work. More than 50 million people surveyed have said that they believe having pets in the workplace reduces employee absenteeism, improves the creative work environment, helps employees get along better and increases productivity.

Bringing in an office mascot or e n a b l i n g employees to bring in pets from home can have many advantages. It is important, however, to follow some guidelines so the experiment works.

• Talk to other petfriendly firms for advice.

• Be sure to create a petfriendly environment, free from potential hazards.

• Set ground rules for pets, their owners and fellow employees.

• Have a test run, such as a Take Your Dog to Work Day, before instituting a pet policy.

• Don’t initiate the new policy near a deadline time or a typically busy season.

• Educate employees on how to interact with the animals.

Becoming a pet-friendly place of work can be an asset to employers looking to offer employees benefits in lieu of pay increases in a tough economy.

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(Continued from Page 3) in the regulatory processes in the Supporters have touted the pipe- state of Vermont,” he said. “I have line as a tool for reducing energy spent many nights sifting through bills for residential and business Vermont Gas’s filings, scrutinizcustomers, many of which now rely ing their financial analyses, crafton more expensive fuel oil. ing and implementing legal stratMembers of the group Rising egies with others. I have attended Tide Vermont have regulatory hearings, I organized recent have submitted compipeline protests in “I am compelled ments, I have entered the Monkton area, in- by my into the record sworn cluding having activaffidavits, and I have conscience to ists sit in trees along helped organize the pipeline route to participate in many others to do the block construction. nonviolent civil same.”

This past Tuesday, He said he was disobedience as Vermont State Police among a group of a way to sway cited Samuel Jessup, people invited to 31, of Montpelier for Vermont Gas meet with Gov. Peter unlawful trespass and from building its Shumlin two years resisting arrest after ago on the subject of occupying a tree off project.” the pipeline. Shumlin — Jason Kaye Old Stage Road in stated emphatically Monkton since June that he would contin8. ue to support the Addison Natural Kaye intimated on Tuesday that Gas Project, according to Kaye. he would be engaging in similar Kaye said he’s not going to stop activities after having participated his opposition to the pipeline, even during the pipeline’s permitting after having exhausted all of the leprocess. gal avenues to halt it.

“I’ve taken every opportunity “I am compelled by my conafforded to me to stop this project science to participate in nonvio-

lent civil disobedience as a way to sway Vermont Gas from building its project,” Kaye said. “My conscience compels me as well to be fully accountable for my actions.”

That includes answering to the selectboard, which has appointed him to the Energy Committee for the past four years.

“I understand my participation in nonviolent civil disobedience may render members of the energy committee, or members of this selectboard, or residents of Middlebury, no longer supportive of my continued involvement with a town committee.”

Asked what specifics pipelineprotest actions he might take, Kaye responded, “In this particular project, it means putting my body in the way of construction.”

Selectwoman Susan Shashok thanked Kaye for giving the board an early heads-up.

She and some of her colleagues shared their views on his plans.

“We are not going to judge you at this point,” said Selectman Nick Artim. “It is principled.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

MIDDLEBURY — The volunteers at the Neat Repeats consignment shop on Bakery Lane in Middlebury have awarded $12,119 in the spring 2016 grant cycle, as follows: Payments of $3,750 to HOPE for housing costs, $1,000 to Festival on-the-Green, $900 in sports opportunities to four recipients, $750 in educational opportunities to four recipients, $619 in family assistance to five recipients, $500 toward the Mary Hogan School playground, $500 to Pocock Rocks, $500 to Addison Central Teens, and $500 to St. Peter’s Cemetery for monument repair.

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Church of Bristol for a lift, $350 toward the Evergreen Preschool playground, $300 to Summer Alive in Leicester, $300 to the Foxcroft Farm Harvest Program, $300 to the Vergennes Arts Walk, $250 to the Addison County Community Trust, $250 to the ACORN Junior Iron Chef competition, $250 to the Ilsley Public Library summer reading program and $100 to the Vergennes Junior Fishing Derby.

Directors Linda Waterman and Diane Howlett encourage the community to continue supporting Neat Repeats by shopping, donating or volunteering, and they remind shoppers that the store is air-conditioned.

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Justus Sturtevant of Vergennes was named to Susquehanna University’s dean’s list for the spring 2016 semester.

Sturtevant is a communications and business economics major in the class of 2017. A 2013 graduate of Vergennes Union High School, he is the son of Todd and Laura Sturtevant.

Kayla Evans of Middlebury recently graduated from the New England School of Photography with a major in portraiture and a minor in creative imaging arts.

Quintin Feehan of Middlebury and James Pecsok of Cornwall were named to the dean’s list at the University of Hartford for the spring 2016 semester.

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JIGSAW PUZZLE FANATICS. We are establishing a free puzzle library in Panton.

Bring in the old, and take out a new. Occasional newsletter.

Call Leonard at 802-475-2112.

AL-ANON: FOR FAMILIES and friends affected by someone’s drinking. Members share experience, strength and hope to solve common problems. Newcomers welcome. Confidential. St. Stephen’s Church (use front side door and go to basement) in Middlebury, Sunday nights 7:15-8:15 pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS FRIDAY: Discussion Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point in The Marbleworks, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS SUNDAY: 12 Step Meeting 9:00-10:00 AM held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Came to Believe Meeting 1:00-2:00 PM held at The Turning Point Center in The Marbleworks, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS WEDNESDAY: Big Book Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM is held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Discussion Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS RIPTON MEETINGS: Monday, As Bill Sees It Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM. Thursday, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM. Both held at Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd.

MAKING RECOVERY EASIER (MRE). Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Turning Point Center. This will be a facilitated group meeting for those struggling with the decision to attend 12-Step Programs. It will be limited to explaining and discussing our feelings about the 12-Step Programs to create a better understanding of how they can help a person in recovery on his/her life’s journey. A certificate will be issued at the end of all the sessions. Please bring a friend in recovery who is also contemplating 12-Step Programs.

Public Meetings ADULT ALL- RECOVERY Group Meeting for anyone over 18 who is struggling with addiction disorders. Fridays, 3-4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center. A great place to meet with your peers who are in recovery. Bring a friend in recovery. For info call 802-388-4249 or 802-683-5569 or visit www.turningpointaddisonvt. org.

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP - For families and friends of problem drinkers. Anonymous, confidential and free.

At the Turning Point Center in the Marbleworks, Middlebury. 7:30-8:30 PM Friday evenings.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRANDON MEETINGS: Monday, Discussion Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. All held at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church, RT 7 South.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRISTOL MEETINGS: Sunday, Discussion Meeting 4:00-5:00 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Meeting, 6:00-7:00 PM. All held at the Howden Hall, 19 West Street.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS MONDAY: As Bill Sees It Meeting Noon-1:00 PM. Big Book Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center in The Marbleworks, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS SATURDAY: Discussion Meeting 9:00-10:00 AM at the Middlebury United Methodist Church. Discussion Meeting 10:00-11:00 AM. Beginners’ Meeting 6:30-7:30 PM. These two meetings are held at The Turning Point Center in The Marbleworks, Middlebury.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS THURSDAY: Big Book Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center in the Marbleworks, Middlebury.

Speaker Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM at St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (On the Green).

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS TUESDAYS: 12 Step Meetings; Noon-1:00 PM. AND 7:30-8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center in The Marbleworks, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NEW HAVEN MEETINGS: Monday, Big Book Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM at the Congregational Church, New Haven Village Green.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NORTH FERRISBURGH MEETINGS: Sunday, Daily Reflections Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM, at the United Methodist Church, Old Hollow Rd.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS VERGENNES MEETINGS: Sunday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Discussion Meeting 8:00-9:00 PM. Both held at St. Paul’s Church, Park St. Tuesday, Discussion Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM, at the Congregational Church, Water St. ARE YOU BOTHERED BY SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Opening Our Hearts Al-Anon Group meets each Wednesday at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St Stephen’s Church on Main St (enter side door and follow signs). Anonymous and confidential, we share our experience, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

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They are looking for volunteers from the larger community to help one or more days during July 11 – July 23. The work includes replacing clapboards and trim, blowing in insulation, and painting the porch and exterior doors, all of which requires many hands. They will be serving breakfast and lunch for volunteers and need chefs, sous-chefs, servers, and a clean-up crew! Photographers, videographers, and budding journalists are also needed to help document the project. For more information, please call 388-7189.

Th e Vo l u n te e r C e n te r i s a c o l l a b o rat i o n b e t we e n RSV P a n d t h e Un i te d Way o f Addi s o n C o u n t y. P le a s e c a l l 388-7044 t o f i n d o u t mo re a b o u t t h e doze n s o f v o l u n te e r o pp o r t u n i t ie s t h at a re c u r re n t l y av a i l a ble .

Shirley McClay, of Vergennes, has been a long-time volunteer in the community helping seniors at Vergennes Residential Care Home. Shirley’s commitment to the organization is notable, she has been assisting Vergennes Residential for over 50 years!

Shirley donates time weekly to help visit with the residents and assist with activities. Shirley, who also volunteers for the Vergennes Senior Meals Program and the KidsZone After-School Program, explains: “What I like most about volunteering is the interactions I have with the people. They give back to me tenfold.” Thank you, Shirley

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OA (OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS) MEETS on Thursdays at 6 PM. Located at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 228 Maple St. Middlebury, VT (In the Marble Works Complex).

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UNIFORMED SERVICES ALL RECOVERY Support Group will be starting at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, located in the MarbleWorks complex. The group is directed toward those that have or are currently involved in the uniformed services such as Fire, Police, Veterance, EMS, Rescue, ER and DOC. This is a facilitated Peer to Peer group gathering to support our brothers and sisters with their struggles. Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Contact Bill Brim 802-683-5569 or the center at 802-388-4249.

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THURSDAYS 6-7pm at the Turning Point Center - Marble Works, Middlebury, VT.

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TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY ASSISTANT ZONING ADMINISTRATOR/DRB COORDINATOR The Town of Middlebury is accepting applications for a full time Assistant Zoning Administrator/DRB Coordinator to fill an important role in the Department of Planning and Zoning.

This position reports to the Director of Planning and Zoning. This person will assist the Director in the day-to-day operations of the local permitting and DRB review process, including assisting customers, responding to zoning inquiries and taking-in applications. Candidates must possess proficient writing, research and logical reasoning skills. Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities, and identify and resolve problems are required qualifications for success. The successful candidate must also possess the interpersonal and communication skills needed to foster effective, cooperative working relationships with Town Staff, property owners, the development community and citizens at large.

Position requirements: • A commitment to administering the zoning ordinance fairly and equitably, and offering assistance to applicants in an unbiased manner.

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Must enjoy meeting and working with people, have strong written and verbal communication skills and a desire to actively listen and help businesses succeed.

Challenging, fast-paced work both within the office and on the road. Must have professional appearance, attention to detail and a creative attitude. This position offers ample opportunity to excel.

Commission-based compensation with health care package, 401K benefits and flexible work schedule. Excellent opportunity for learning or honing sales/business skills.

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LOOKING FOR A PERSON to care for me in my home. I’m an active 43-year old quadriplegic looking for a motivated, active caregiver. 57 hours biweekly. Send resume to cbrunet1973@gmail.com.

BANKRUPTCY: CALL to find out if bankruptcy can help you. Kathleen Walls, Esq. 802-388-1156.

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Mount Abraham Union Middle/High School is seeking a highly skilled administrative assistant to join its dynamic faculty and staff as a member of the main office team.

For more information, visit SchoolSpring.com, job # 2671481.

Apply through Schoolspring or email a resume, cover letter and 3 references to cfenimore@anesu.org

Solar Installation Repair Technicians Openings for solar installation and repair technicians. Ideal candidates must be able to lift and carry large loads throughout the day, work in a non-smoking environment, be able to work in a group as well as alone, have good problem solving skills and be comfortable working at heights. Typical tasks include installation of solar photovoltaic systems consisting of: racking installation, ground mount framework, wiring, possibly using heavy equipment, mounting electrical boxes and conduit as well as Dish Network installation and repair from time to time. Being mechanically inclined is a must. Experience is not necessary.

Willing to train. This work is mostly outdoors year round.

If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your resume to SolarChasers@gmavt.net.

www.BristolElectronicsVT.com

Needed for Flexible Schedules Including Nights & Weekends.

Good benefits package for Full & certain benefits available for Part-Time positions!

Apply in person at: Maplefields of New Haven Route 7, New Haven, VT Ask for Sherry or pick up an application EOE

We’re thrilled you’re interested in working for the finest whiskey company in the world.

Please visit www.whistlepigwhiskey.com/ work-with-us/ for a list of current openings and how to apply.

Our Physical Therapy program continues to grow! Come join our dedicated team and enjoy the independence and satisfaction of home care.

All applicants may submit a resumé with 3 professional references to info@whistlepigrye.com.

We are seeking: • Full time Physical Therapist • Full time Physical Therapy Assistant • Per diem Physical Therapist, nights and/or weekends • Per diem Pediatric Physical Therapist – work with our littlest patients!

No phone calls please.

Submit resume and cover letter to: Kathleen Pratt, Human Resources Director PO Box 754, Middlebury VT 05753

Medical Receptionist/ Medical office ManageR

or email hr@achhh.org Call (802) 388-7259 for more information

Fast paced single physician specialty practice located in Middlebury, VT seeking friendly, caring, dependable, independent worker/multi-tasker with attention to detail. This is a pivotal position that oversees all aspects of the office to ensure that it runs professionally and smoothly.

TOWN OF FERRISBURGH Highway/Grounds Maintenance Worker 1 Seeking entry level, full time team oriented individual for routine maintenance of Town properties. The applicant needs to be respectful of equipment and safety conscious during vehicle and equipment operation, have a good work ethic, and the ability to take and remember directions.

This work is physically demanding and we work in all types of weather. Competitive salary and benefits are offered. Pay scale $12.50 to $18.00 DOE. Preference given to applicants with a Commercial Driver’s License.

Applications & complete job descriptions may be picked up at the Ferrisburgh Town Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box 6, 3279 Route 7, Ferrisburgh Vermont 05456.

The Town of Ferrisburgh is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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Preferred knowledge of medical terminology, CPT Coding, ICD10 and healthcare insurances beneficial. Knowledge of computers & general administrative/clerical procedures a must.

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Help Wanted COMMUNITY SUPPORT STAFF contracted to support a recent high school grad for 11 hours per week. Preferably AM hours; 4 to 5 days per week (Monday – Friday). Supports to include increasing independence at home and in the community. Seeking someone with a calm demeanor who is patient and has a good sense of humor.

Contact Cherie at Community Associates for more details.

802-388-4021.

FULL-TIME RECEPTIONIST for veterinary practice. The successful candidate will be personable, professional and able to juggle multiple tasks while maintaining a positive and happy attitude. Experience desired, but will train the right individual. Some Saturday hours on a rotating basis. Health insurance and other benefits provided. Apply to: Middlebury Animal Hospital, 139 Washington St. Ext., Middlebury, VT 05753, fax 802-388-3250, email: middleburyah@gmail. com.

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Now hiring School Bus Drivers in the Middlebury and Rutland area. Work 2-4 hours a day. We provide training to qualified applicants. Train over the summer to start at the beginning of the school year. Eliminate childcare costs and collect unemployment during summer and holidays.

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Rent 2 BEDROOM, OWNER Wood Heat OCCU- BRANDON PIED 1000 sq ft duplex CHARMING, WEST in Bristol LARGE 2 ADDISON - COMbedroom apartment. village. $1150 includes PLETELY FURNISHED heat. Kitchen with 1st, last, and security many luxuries, bedroom 2 Help Wanted deposit carpeted apartment. Located bedrooms, walk-in required. No pets, no Help Wanted TIMBERWOLF FIREWOOD: on Lake Champlain. smoking. closets, Help Wanted 1 & 1/2 baths, enclosed No pets.

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Seasoned ready to THANK YOU 17 PEOPLE Available immediately. porch, storage, laundry burn firewho SALISBURY $900 hookup, per month responded to my ad RESIDENT plus share of inter- wood. Cut, split and delivered. desirable parking. $920, to mow my to take heat net and TV, minutes at 2 Select lawn in New Haven.

THE ADDISON includes utilities. 802-388-7300.

I would like Board COUNTY included. 802-352-4700. meetings per month. to get back to each of 802-759-2382.

COMMUNITY TRUST If you but in interested, is upleave contact in- SUBWAY OF MIDDLEBURY dating some cases couldn’t the waiting lists for get back in formation AND Vergennes are the BRANDON SMALL with touch, as you were hiring for Creek View Real Estate ONE BEDon cellular 802-352-4228 Town Clerk at day and night Apartments lo- ROOM shifts. Must be cated phone. Could you please no later than apartment with heat. in Vergennes, Vermont. call April 1st. able to: work as part BRANDON 3 APARTMENT No smoking or pets. me again, as I have of a team, Apartments $650 plus other work include one and multitask, work in a HOUSE for sale by deposit. Call 802-247-0115. available 802-453-4597. fast paced two bedroom owner. units. Rents are environment, be on Asking $125,000 OBO. your feet $740 and $865, Easy for the duration of respectively, fixer upper. Call 802-558-1069. your shift all utilities included; Rental D O W N TO W N and lift up to 50 pounds.

MIDDLE E-mail resumes to: subwayom@ Assistance may be available. BURY; 3 BR apartment Help Wanted for Income Help Wanted restrictions BUILDING hotmail.com. apply. Ac- rent. Walking distance to LOT, DAISY LANE, colcessible units available.

East Middlebury. Town For lege. Available now. Call Baba water, more information, please underground telephone, call 802-373-6456. cable 802-877-3749. TDD and electric service. Good 771. Equal For Sale perkHousing Opportunity. ing soil. Regular septic.

Site RESTORED HISTORIC approved for 4 bedroom BILL’S BARRELS; HOME 275 galhome. is hiring for an 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.

Jack Brown, 802-388-2502 lon plastic food grade experienced class A totes THE ADDISON COUNTY $1,395 plus driver. Our fleet hauls or 802-388-7350. $125 each. 55 gallon utilities. 1st, last Email: plastic COMMUNITY TRUST is grain, minerals, and up- and references. Pets negobrownnov@together.net. and metal food grade aggregate with dump and non dating the waiting lists and hopper bottom trailers. for the tiable. Bridport. 802-758-3276. food grade barrels. Barrels with Smallest City Apartments loThe job requires removable covers and weekly overnights and sealed cated in Vergennes, Vermont.

CORNWALL BUILDING home weekends. barrels. Also food grade SITE rain Apartments include one, two, VERGENNES 3 BEDROOM: We offer health benefits, with expansive views. barrels with spin off Approved paid vacation, as washer/dryer hookup. covers. and three bedroom units. with permits. Please $900/ Rents well as mileage and safety Call for details. 802-453-4235. are visit www. month. Pets negotiable. $805, $913, $1,046, landwoodwater.com bonuses.

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Please inquire by email spectively; Rental Assistance Rd. across from VerEmail: apinamonti@gmail.com to gennes Variety. 240-281-1508 is available. Income or call 760-807-6187.

CEDAR POSTS for sale. audytrucking@hotmail.com Jeff Audy at restrictions 8 footor call Jeff ers, no points. 802-388-4831. apply. Accessible units avail- or email: ocopom.ninja.turtle@ at 802-989-5024. Clean able. For more information, gmail.com. Available Driving Record A April 1.

MIDDLEBURY; INDUSTRIAL MUST! Completed application please call 802-877-3749. required TDD PARK. Available 2 acres, LIFT CHAIR used only 6 771. Equal Housing Oppor- prior to viewing apartment. Must lease or build to suit. 802-558-6092. months. Wine color, pass background check. $450. tunity.

Middlebury union M Wood Heat Bought for $775. Singer iddle School sewing machine with cabinet, Paraprofessional $50. 2,000 SQ. FT. PROFESSION- VALLEY VIEW APARTMENTS 802-352-4375.

Animals End of Year Replacement AL office space in Middlebury, is currently accepting applicaMUMS is seeking a Paraprofessional. tions for 1 and 2 BR apartments ADDISON COUNTY FIREmulti-room. Ground level, parkWOOD: Premium hardwoods MAXIM OUTDOOR Qualified applicants should WOOD ing, handicap-accessible. Avail- in Vergennes. All income/assets have experience cut, split and delivered. G E R M PELLET Furnace by must be verified to AN SHEPHER working with students Central able now. 802-558-6092. determine D Green available. Honest, Boiler, features automatic monthly rent, but tenants challenges, be energetic, with learning re- PUPPIES Family raised, powonly liable er ignition. Heats entire positive, motivated professional service. vet checked. pay 30% of their income home 281 MAIN First shots toward 802-238-7748. and patient. Excellent and more. Call today.

STREET, VER- rent. Elderly or disabled and dewormed. $900, Boivin GENNES only. skills and a willingness communication call Available now, me- W/D onsite. Call Farm Supply 802-475-4007.

802-274-8410. to 802-247-0165 dium size 2 bedroom member will make you be a flexible team apart- or visit our website www. FIREWOOD; a strong candidate. ment. Laundry hookups, CUT, SPLIT and large summitpmg.com. Equal Hous- delivered.

Apply be sending a letter NEW 2016 DISPLAY Call for information, of interest, MOD- enclosed porch & full bath. Heat ing Opportunity.

Att. Farmers resume, three current 802-247-9782.

ELS Modular Homes, reference Dou- and hot water included. $915 ble Wide’s & Single and complete transcripts letters, FOR SALE - FIRST Wide’s. per month. 8am to 8pm only to: CUT Open 7 days a week. 802-779-8565. haylage. Delivered MOUNTAIN ROAD Dr. Peter Burrows, Superintendent by the ton.

FactoryDirectHomesofVT. FIRE- 802-623-6731.

WOOD. Wood for Addison Central Supervisory com, 600 Rt. 7, Pittsford, sale-cut, Union split and delivered. Green, VT. 1-877-999-2555, tflanders@ 49 Charles Avenue ash, beech, hickory, maple. beanshomes.com.

Call WHITNEY’S CUSTOM Middlebury, VT 05753 802-759-2095.

FARM WORK. Pond agitating, Position is open until liquid filled. • E.O.E. manure hauling, drag line aerFor Rent NEW PLUS SIZE WOMEN’S ating. Call for price.

For Rent MIDDLEBURY UNION 462-2755, clothing. Jeans, tops, For Rent John Whitney. jackets MIDDLE SCHOOL and shoes. 802-453-2441.

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Middlebury Union Middle a flexible, energetic and School is seeking to work as our Finance motivated individual oriented person wouldAssistant. This teambe responsible for: 1. Processing a variety of business documents financial/ 2. Facilitating the purchase requisition process 3. Preparing various reports as needed 4. Assisting other office staff greeting visitors, answeringwith and other clerical duties phones 5. Securing substitute teachers Candidate must be organized, punctual comfortable with technology. and Apply by sending a letter of interest, resume and three current reference letters to: Dr. Peter Burrows, Superintendent Addison Central Supervisory Union 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury, VT 05753 Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. • E.O.E.

PRIVACY HEDGES - Spring Blowout Sale. 6 ft Arborvitae (cedar) reg $129, now $59.

Beautiful, nursery grown.

Free installation, free delivery. Limited supply.

Order now, 518-536-1367 or www. lowcosttrees.com.

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $4,397. Make and save money with your own bandmill, cut lumber any dimension.

In stock, ready to ship. Free info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com, 1-800-578-1363, ext.

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For Rent 1,800 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE as is or renovate to suit.

Creek Road, Middlebury.

802-558-6092.

Cars 1997 TRACER WAGON Mint condition, no rust, low mileage, 1 year valid inspection.

Includes MS tires & 4 winter tires, 8 rims. $2200, call 802-758-2437.

2016 CHEVY MALIBU loaded, brand new, only 2,680 miles for $29,500. Paul Stone 802-770-9270.

Wanted LOOKING FOR SAP any quantity. Payment in syrup or % of bulk syrup prices.

Pickup or delivery. Contact Jason 802-989-8180.

TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc.

Visit www.bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802-272-7527.

Consulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

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DAKIN FARM HAS AN opening for a retail clerk in our Ferrisburgh location. We are seeking someone who is reliable, has an outgoing personality and a positive attitude. Main responsibilities include greeting and assisting customers, answering questions about our products, keeping the store stocked and clean and running register. You should be comfortable on your feet for long periods of time and will be required to work at least one day per weekend.

This position is a temporary full time position through December. Stop by and fill out an application at 5797 Route 7, Ferrisburgh or e-mail resume to: tdanyow@dakinfarm.com NOW HIRING, ADVANCE AUTO Parts Vergennes. Salespersons and Drivers. Visit AdvanceAutoParts.jobs or talk to a Team Member at 802-877-2891 to learn more. How to apply: visit www.AdvanceAutoParts. jobs and click on “Apply Now”.

Advance Auto Parts is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

LOG TRUCK DRIVER Family owned sawmill in Bristol, VT looking for a log truck driver to replace an experienced employee retiring this fall. Truck driving experience required and valid CDL. Patience and a calm approach to driving are needed for a successful career. Summer/ winter 60 to 70 hours, spring/ fall 50 hours.

Haul logs from corridor between Bristol, VT and Elizabethtown NY. Wages depending on experience and ability. Send resume to or stop by The A. Johnson Co., LLC, 995 S 116 Rd, Bristol, VT 05443. 802-453-4884, vermontlumber.com.

PART-TIME CAREGIVER FOR 16 year old disabled boy in Middlebury. Applicants must have child care experience, references and be reliable.

Some lifting required. Flexible hours. Criminal background check. Send resume to: sstone7716@gmail.com.

PART-TIME YARD WORK/ cleaning cottage rentals at Lake Champlain. Resume and vehicle/driver’s license required. Call 802-353-6188.

RINGER HOME CARE is looking for an addition to our home. Must be caring individual with great attitude. Full & part time positions available.

Must be willing to work some weekends. Flexible hours, 6 & 12 hour shifts available. Send your resume to: ringerhomecare@gmail.com or stop in and complete an application.

THE BURLINGTON FREE PRESS is looking for reliable early morning risers with a valid driver’s license and car insurance to deliver our newspaper. Available routes are in Vergennes, Monkton and Charlotte. Deliveries are to be completed by 6 am Mon - Sat and 7:30 am on Sunday. Earn an estimated profit of over $1200 per month plus tips.

This is a great way to earn extra money without interfering with your day job. Please contact Monique at 802-316-7194 for more information.

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THE ADDISON COUNTY STATE’S Attorney’s Office and the Children’s Advocacy Center are looking for a full-time Victim Advocate to provide support for child and adult victims of domestic and sexual violence throughout the Criminal Justice process.

The applicant must be able to actively collaborate with partners and have the ability to work in emotionally charged circumstances. Associates or Bachelor’s degree (Human Services or related field) or college coursework and related work experience required.

Please send resume and cover letter to: Cari Whittemore, cari.whittemore@vermont. gov.

1962 WOMEN’S COLUMBIA BICYCLE with headlights and front letter carrier, $100. Needs new tires.

802-388-0581.

ADDISON: LAKE CHAMPLAIN waterfront camp.

Beautiful views, gorgeous sunsets, private beach, dock, rowboat and canoe included. $600 weekly, or call for weekends. 802-349-4212.

VERMONT FOLKLIFE CENTER seeks to fill two positions: Half-time Major Gifts Officer & Part-time Non-Profit Accountant/Business Manager. Details here: http://vermontfolklifecenter. org/about/employment/.

YEAR ROUND WAITSTAFF needed for busy family restaurant. Apply in person to Rosie’s Restaurant, Rte 7 South, Middlebury.

Electricians and Apprentices needed for the Rutland Area.

Excellent wages and benefits.

Please call CDP Electric at 802-483-2121 or 802-775-9523.

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CEDAR POSTS for sale. 8 footers, no points.

802-388-4831.

CRAFTSMAN 10” TABLE SAW $175. Delta 10” radial arm saw $75. Both for $225.

802-388-0581.

MARILYN MONROE MEMORABILIA COLLECTION hundreds of pieces with an estimated total value of $2,500.

Includes plastic sleeved Time/ Life covers, approx. 40 Bradley Exchange plates, calendars and books, including a rare book (1 of 500 printed): “Marilyn: A Hollywood Farewell.” Prefer to sell the lot, but may consider selling individual pieces. 802-989-5803.

MAXIM OUTDOOR WOOD PELLET Furnace by Central Boiler, features automatic power ignition. Heats entire home and more. Call today. Boivin Farm Supply 802-475-4007.

NEW 2016 DISPLAY MODELS Modular Homes, Double Wide’s & Single Wide’s.

Open 7 days a week.

FactoryDirectHomesofVT. com, 600 Rt. 7, Pittsford, VT. 1-877-999-2555, tflanders@ beanshomes.com.

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $4,397. Make and save money with your own bandmill, cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free info/ DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills. com, 1-800-578-1363, ext.

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LAKE DUNMORE. NORTH COVE Cottages has had a cancellation for the Breadloaf session, June 18-August 6. Cozy little cottage at water ’s edge, sleeps four. Fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower, free Wi-Fi, all NCC amenities. $2,555. 802-352-4236; karen@northcovecottages. com.

For Rent 1,800 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE as is or renovate to suit.

Creek Road, Middlebury.

802-558-6092.

2 BEDROOM, FIRST FLOOR apartment with full basement, laundry hookups, off street parking and appliances at 85 Court Street. Available June first. One year lease, credit, employment and references required. Nonsmoking property inside and out and no pets. $1000 per month plus utilities. Lawn and snowplowing included. 802-352-6678.

2,000 SQ. FT. PROFESSIONAL office space in Middlebury, multi-room. Ground level, parking, handicap-accessible.

Available now. 802-558-6092.

277 MAIN STREET, VERGENNES Available 6/1. Quiet, renovated 7 room apartment.

Laundry hookups, heat, hot water, porch and parking. $1235 per month. Call 802-862-7467.

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It’s against the law to discriminate when advertising housing Particularly on sites like Craigslist.

And it’s easier to break the law than you might think. You can’t say “no children” or “adults only.” There is lots you can’t say.

The federal government is watching for such discrimination.

Let us help you sift through the complexities of the Fair Housing Law. Stay legal. Stay on the right side of the nation’s Fair Housing Law. Call the Addison Independent at (802) 388-4944.

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AVAILABLE NOW, CHARMING 2 BR at Willow Apartments in Vergennes. Off street parking, propane heat, must be 55 or older. Rent is $825 plus utilities. Call Summit Property at 802-247-0165.

LARGE, SPACIOUS UPSTAIRS one bedroom apartment in Brandon. $780 per month. Heat, electric included. Nice backyard, off-street parking. No pets, no smoking.

802-247-9898.

SMALL ONE BEDROOM APARTMENT ground level.

Must have excellent references. $925 month, heat and electric included. Also includes washer and dryer. No pets, no smoking.

Available June 1st. New Haven, 802-453-7117.

LEICESTER: SHARE A HOME with a senior couple, active in the community and their church. $400/month plus small share of utilities. Must be dog-friendly. 802-863-5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, references, background checks required.

EHO. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in historic Middlebury property. Private room with other shared amenities; ideal for single business occupant.

Rent $450/month, utilities included. For inquiry call Dick at (802)989-8822.

BRANDON HOUSE FOR RENT. 1880’s farmhouse, 3 BR, 2 full baths. Large rooms, extra storage, w/d hookup, pets negotiable. References and security deposit required. Available mid June. $1,275/month+ utilities. Call 781-259-0229.

BRISTOL RENTALS, WOODLAND APARTMENTS Included: heat, water & trash.

1 bedroom $645, 1 bedroom $775 & 2 bedroom $885. Located on Woodland Drive. Coin washer and dryer in each building. mndlyter@comcast.net or 802-453-3693.

BRISTOL VILLAGE, 1 BEDROOM apartment in Victorian house, 2nd floor, large rooms, carpeted, heated. No pets, no smoking. Lease, security, $775/ mo. Call Doug 802-578-6049.

BRISTOL, 1 BEDROOM apartment, upstairs. No smoking, no pets. Furnished. First and last months rent plus $200. deposit.

802-453-3118. Available July 1.

LAKE DUNMORE 2 BEDROOM apartment completely furnished upstairs of house for summer rental. 3-5 months preferred. Huge western facing views up on hillside lot with 100 feet of frontage on Lake Dunmore with sun deck and boat docks. Beautiful swimming and sunsets. $2200.00 per month includes all utilities satellite tv, internet, electric, etc. No smoking and no pets. Security deposit and lease required.

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SUGARWOOD APARTMENTS is currently accepting applications for 2, 3 and 4 BR apartments in Middlebury. All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. NP/NS. W/D hook-ups. Call 802-247-0165 or visit our website www.summitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

WEST ADDISON: 2 STORY, furnished house on lakefront.

Washer, dryer. No smoking. Available September through May. $1,000/month.

860-878-9580.

Want to Rent ADDISON COUNTY SCHOOL TEACHER looking for a long term rental, in or around Middlebury. Looking for a single family home in a quiet neighborhood, with 2+ bedrooms that allows pets. Contact: rspeidel117@ gmail.com.

2 Bedroom Apartment

Available for Eligible Applicants We are currently accepting applications for a 2 bedroom apartment consisting of 2 people. This unit is subsidized through tthe Department of HUD Section 8 Rental Assistance Program and is available for occupancy by elderly and/or handicapped persons. Eligible families will pay 30% of their adjusted income for rent. For more information, please write or call the rental management agent.

Real-Net Management, Inc. 26 Court Street Middlebury, VT 05753 802-388-4994 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

SHOREHAM VILLAGE - 2 BEDROOM 920 sq ft, 2nd floor apartment. Natural pine floors; small 2nd floor porch. Propane heat & stove; electric hot water.

Walking distance to school. No smoking. No pets. Available June. $750 month, plus utilities.

802-388-5411.

SHOREHAM: SHARE A COUNTRY home, 25 minutes to Middlebury, with 45-year-old professional interested in cooking, NPR, reading, hiking. $400 plus utilities. 802-863-5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, references, background checks req. EHO.

NON-SMOKING PROFESSIONAL COUPLE with one child and older well-mannered dog seeks housing near Middlebury. High speed internet access is a must for online employment and education.

Secure employment means reliable rent payments. Ground level, 2-3 bedrooms with in unit laundry and yard desired.

Ready to move ASAP. Call Karen 603-960-4127.

Wood Heat ADDISON COUNTY FIREWOOD: Premium hardwoods, professional service. Free delivery. Jon Finn, 802-238-7748.

FIREWOOD, MIXED HARDWOOD. Green and seasoned.

Cut, split, delivered. Call 802-282-9110.

FIREWOOD; CUT, SPLIT and delivered. Call for information, 802-247-9782.

GREEN & KILN DRIED FIREWOOD - Cheapest in town.

Small orders ok. Split 16” hdwd.

Call 1-855-MIDDMEN. Click www.MIDDMENFIREWOOD. com.

MOUNTAIN ROAD FIREWOOD. Wood for sale-cut, split and delivered. Green, ash, beech, hickory, maple. Also available: partially dry wood, cut and split 5 months. Call 802-759-2095.

TIMBERWOLF FIREWOOD: Dry or green. Call for prices.

802-388-7300.

Real Estate 3 APARTMENT HOUSE in Brandon for sale by owner.

Asking $125,000 OBO. Call 802-558-1069.

BRANDON: EXCELLENT OPPORTUNITY. Purchase this newly renovated 2 bedroom/1 bath (with washer/dryer hook-up) mobile home, located in 5 unit park in Forestdale.

Owner financing available with good landlord references and substantial deposit. Payment of $783 monthly. Serious inquiries only. 802-917-5460 or 802-479-0653.

BUILDING LOT, DAISY LANE, East Middlebury. Town water, underground telephone, cable and electric service. Good perking soil. Regular septic. Site approved for 4 bedroom home.

Jack Brown, 802-388-2502 or 802-388-7350. Email: brownnov@together.net.

MIDDLEBURY; INDUSTRIAL PARK. Available 2 acres, lease or build to suit. 802-558-6092.

Att. Farmers 40 ACRES OF STANDING hay for sale: Grass, legume, hay.

Call 802-779-5355.

WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agitating, liquid manure hauling, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462-2755, John Whitney.

Public Notices Index Ferrisburgh (1)

PUBLIC NOTICES are found in this ADDISON INDEPENDENT on Pages 29 & 30

Leicester (1) Lincoln (1) Orwell (1) Shoreham (7)

Vermont Agency of Natural Resources – Middlebury College (1) Whiting (1) To publish a legal notice in the Addison Independent please email information to: legals@addisonindependent.com or fax it to (802) 388-3100.

VERMONT AGENCY OF NATURAL RESOURCES PUBLIC NOTICE The State of Vermont, Agency of Natural Resources, Dept. of Environmental Conservation, Waste Management & Prevention Division, has issued a Hazardous Waste Emergency Permit No. DEC-HW-EP-16-03 to Middlebury College, located in Middlebury, VT. Chemcept Inc. will conduct the treatment of these wastes under an approved work plan. The Emergency Permit is issued for the purpose of allowing on-site treatment of: Description Quantity Hazard Designation Container Size 1, 4 Dioxane 1 Peroxide Former 4 lt 2-methoxyethanol 1 Ingnitable, oxidizer 2 lt After treatment, the container shall be packaged and transported to a permitted off-site hazardous waste facility for disposal.

The Emergency Permit is effective as of May 27, 2016, and will expire on August 26, 2016. Any questions or requests for further information may be directed to Michael Nucci of the Department of Environmental Conservation, Waste Management & Prevention Division, 1 National Life Drive, Davis 1, Montpelier, VT 05620-3704, telephone: (802) 522-0287, email: michael.nucci@vermont.gov 6/16, 20

Motorcycles 2006 VTX1300R, MINT condition. 28,641 miles. Many options. Asking $5,800.

802-989-7130, leave message.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc. Visit www.bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802-272-7527.

Consulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

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The Shoreham Selectboard will hold a public hearing on Wednesday June 22, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the Shoreham Town Office to consider the revised Town Plan (2015-2020). The current Town Plan expired in November, 2015.

A. Statement of Purpose Update of Shoreham Town Plan to incorporate the changes mandated by Chapter 117 of Act 115 (24 VSA §4382, §4302), as well as text changes that the Selectboard feels clarify the intent and goals of the Plan’s several sections.

B. Geographic Area Covered The Town of Shoreham, Vermont C. Table of Contents I. Introduction II. Land Use and Economic Development III. Economic Development IV. Housing V. Educational Facilities VI. Community Facilities & Services VII. Transportation VIII. Energy IX. Natural, Historic, and Scenic Resources X. Flood Resiliency XI. Plan Implementation XII. Appendices D. Locations of copies 1. Town Office, 297 Main Street, Shoreham, VT during business hours. Call for email copy.

897-5841 Shoreham Selectboard, 6/6, 9, 13,16, 20 Steve Goodrich, Chair

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Public Notices can be found on Pages 29 & 30.

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years, 2012, 2013 and 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Being a portion of the lands and premises conveyed by Decree of Distribution in the Estate of Ross E. Sunderland to Mary Sunderland, Teresa Whittemore and Teresa Whittemore as Guardian for Dylan Sunderland dated April 27, 2007 and recorded in Book 68, Page 73 of the Shoreham Land Records. Reference is made to the Quit Claim Deed of Mary Sunderland to Teresa Whittemore and Teresa Whittemore, as Guardian for Dylan Sunderland dated October 12, 2007 and recorded in Book 69, Page 266 of the Shoreham Land Records.

Parcel No. 05-01-31.000 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

TOWN OF FERRISBURGH NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT A public hearing before the Zoning Board of Adjustment of the Town of Ferrisburgh will be held at the Town Clerk s Office on ednesday, July 6, 2016, to consider the following applications: 7:00 P inutes of June 1, 2016 7:05 P n application, 16-3 -1, submitted by David Charlene unt, for a Conditional Use Permit to establish a Home Occupation in an ccessory uilding on the premises at 70 ocust ane. oning District 5. Property D 15.01.18.

7:15 P n application, 16-061, submitted by Jolley ssociates, for a 30 2 addition to an e isting convenience store. oning District C-2.

Property D 18.20.02. Conditional Use Permit sought.

7:25 P n application, 16-0 , submitted by Greg and obyn ill, to raise the height of a garage 2 feet. oning District SD-2.

Property D 03.01.0 .

7:35 P n application, 16-062, submitted by Scott Thompson and Susan Grimes for additions to e isting decks (front and rear). Conditional se. oning District SD-2.

Property D . . .015.

7: 5 P Palmer s Garage. are house question.

The above applications are available for inspection at the Town Clerk’ s Office. Persons wishing to appear and be heard may do so in person or be represented by an agent or an attorney.

P E SE OTE: Participation in the local proceeding is a prerequisite to the right to take any subse uent action.

Communications about the above applications may be filed in writing with the Board or at such hearing.

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NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Including all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Lloyd Thomas Davis by Partial Decree of Distribution in the Estate of Joan Davis, Addison Probate Court Docket No. 9051 dated December 29, 1999, and recorded in Book 51, Page 151 of the Shoreham Land Records.

Parcel Nos. 09-01-02.000 and 05-0193.000 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the year 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Thomas E. Clayton and Sally C. Dunn by Warranty Deed of Barbara May Quenneville dated July 26, 2000 and recorded in Book 52, Page 153 of the Town of Shoreham Land Records.

Parcel No. 12-01-30.000 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

Abenaki to present history in Ferrisburgh FERRISBURGH — What does it mean to be Indian in Vermont? What does it mean to be an indigenous artist? On June 25 and 26 members of Vermont’s Abenaki community gather at Lake Champlain Maritime Museum in Ferrisburgh to present their own history and heritage directly to the public.

Abenaki Heritage Weekend is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. A highlight of the event is the Native Arts Marketplace of the Vermont Abenaki Artists Association (VAAA), where

TOWN OF LEICESTER ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT The meeting of the ZBA that was previously warned for Tuesday, June 28, 2016, has been cancelled. For more information please contact the town clerk at the Town Clerk s Office, Schoolhouse Rd., Leicester, VT during regularly scheduled hours.

6/20

TOWN OF WHITING NOTICE TO TAXPAYERS Process and dates for 2016 Grievances. Notice is given in accord with 32 VSA section 4111 that the Abstract of the 2016 Grand List is complete. Grievance hearings will be held in the Whiting Town Office June 28 and June 30 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Please make an appointment by calling the Town Clerk at 623-7813. Grievances must be presented in writing by June 28 or during your hearing.

Board of Listers: Elizabeth Curran, Dennis Ethridge, Stacey Freeguard 6/16, 20, 23, 27

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2013, 2014, and 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Being all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Joshua G. Warren and Bobbielee A. Ryan by Warranty Deed of Robert A. Whelan dated March 25, 2013 and recorded in Book 78, Page 500.

Reference is made to the Quit Claim Deed of Bobbielee A. Ryan to Joshua G. Warren dated June 3, 2013 and recorded in Book 79, Page 349 of the Shoreham Land Records.

Parcel No. 09-01-12.000 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

visitors can talk to artists, watch craft demonstrations, and purchase outstanding beadwork, quillwork, jewelry, basketry, woodworking and other items.

“Indigenous artists no longer need to choose between traditional and contemporary art forms,” says Vera Longtoe Sheehan, of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe, and founder of the VAAA. “Many of us practice both, and our contemporary art is informed by tradition.”

Throughout the weekend there will be songs and drumming, storytelling, cooking demonstrations, kids’ activities, and demonstrations by Abenaki artists and artisans. Drumming, dancing and singing will be led by the Nulhegan Drum. Members of the Elnu Abenaki Tribe will present storytelling, food preparation, crafts and other lifeways at an encampment in the Pine Grove.

A garden of heirloom plants, including corn, squash, beans and pumpkins, planted this spring on the museum grounds, is the result of a multi-year quest by Dr. Frederick M. Wiseman to discover sources for ancient local crops and bring the precious seeds to renewed harvests.

“Always in Fashion,” an illustrated program about clothing and accessories worn by the original people of Northern New England and neighboring areas of Canada, will showcase images and original garments and accessories gathered by Wiseman for the Wobanakik Heritage Center collection. Outfits designed and created in recent years for ceremonial use and field testing will also be presented in slides, music and video.

Visitors are encouraged to participate.

They may be invited to join a drumming circle, or join in a song, try their hand at stringing wampum or creating a design, or working to create designs in clay.

LCMM is open daily from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., a family-friendly 4-acre lakeside campus with daily hands-on opportunities. Lake Adventure Camps for ages 7-16 are offered June 20 through mid-August. Upcoming events include the Big ShaBang July 3, Rowing and Racing Weekend July 9-10, and Rabble in Arms Aug. 6-7.

Find out more at lcmm.org, on Facebook, and on the museum’s blog, blog.lcmm.org.

TOWN OF ORWELL HEARING - DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD

TOWN OF LINCOLN PUBLIC NOTICE

The Orwell Development Review Board will meet on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 7:30 pm at the Town Clerk’s Office to conduct the following business: 1. Permit # 10-51-15: Andrew Snyder for a conditional use permit to sell pottery from property located at 2386 Sunset Lake Rd. Orwell. Information pertaining to this matter may be viewed M, T, Th, 9:30-12:00 and 1:00-3:00 and Fri. 9:30-12:00 and 1:00-6:00 at the Town Clerk s Office.

Ray Papandrea, Chair Orwell Development Review Board

6/20

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years, 2013, 2014, and 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Being a mobile home located at 265 Torrey Lane, said mobile home being the subject of Mobile Home Bill of Sale from Ronald J. Longe to John Bergeron recorded in Book 65, Page 87 of the Shoreham Land Records and also the subject of Town of Shoreham Zoning Permit No. 09-04 dated February 23, 2009 for an addition to said mobile home.

Parcel No. 20-01-98.000 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

The Town of Lincoln’s Planning Commission will hold a SKETCH PLAN HEARING for a 2-lot subdivision proposed by John Amory and Kristen McClaran for Parcel # 19070204 (owned by Ian Martin and Nancy McClaran) located at 1840 Elder Hill Road. Said hearing will be held July 7, 2016 at 7:05 PM in BURNHAM HALL. Immediately following the aforementioned hearing (or approximately 7:45 PM) the Planning Commission will hold a SKETCH PLAN HEARING for a 4-lot subdivision proposed by William Norton Jr. for Parcel #0207022.3 located at 1385 Lincoln Gap Road. Any person wishing to participate in either hearing must be present or submit a letter to the Planning Commission stating their participation.

6/20

NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE ON ACCOUNT OF DELINQUENT TAXES OWED THE TOWN OF SHOREHAM, VERMONT

The resident and nonresident owners, lien holders and mortgagees of lands in the Town of Shoreham, in the County of Addison, are hereby notified that the taxes assessed by the Town for the years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 remain, either in whole or in part, unpaid on the following described lands in such Town, to wit, Including all and the same lands and premises conveyed to Roy E. Durkee by Quit Claim Deed of The First Brandon National Bank dated May 16, 2000 and recorded in Book 54, Page 158 of the Shoreham Land Records.

Parcel Nos. 05-01-32.015, 05-01-44.000; and 05-01-36.001 of the Town of Shoreham. and so much of said lands will be sold at public auction for cash or certified funds at the office area of the Town Clerk of Shoreham, a public place in the said Town of Shoreham, on the 13th day of July, 2016 at 10 o’clock a.m. as shall be requisite to discharge such taxes with interest, costs and fees, etc., unless previously paid.

For more information call (802) 897-5841.

DATED at Shoreham, Vermont, this 9th day of June, 2016.

Kathleen Brisson, Delinquent Tax Collector for 6/13, 20, 27 the Town of Shoreham

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Good Points named business of the year MIDDLEBURY — The Northeast Resource Recovery Association (NRRA) honored Good Point Recycling of Middlebury with the Business of the Year Award on May 16 at NRRA’s annual Conference and Expo held at the Radisson Hotel in Nashua, N.H. Good Point Recycling received this award for its global stewardship and exceptional service. The company has worked with NRRA as an electronics recycling vendor since 2003.

Good Point Recycling (a division of American Retroworks Inc.) is a nationally recognized electronics recycling company, consulting office, and expert in “fair trade recycling.”

NRRA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR It is one of the region’s leading “e- Mike Durfor presents Rachel Goswaste” recycling operations. selin, CFO of American RetroRobin Ingenthron, CEO of Ameri- works, with a Special Recognition can Retroworks/Good Point Recy- Award. cling, accepted the award on behalf of the company. have gone above and beyond to im“Robin Ingenthron (CEO) has prove recycling. worked tirelessly to improve elecSince 2006, Gosselin has worked tronic recycling in Vermont, New in the finance department for AmeriEngland, Mexico and can Retroworks. She has world-wide,” said Mimade big steps to help ADDISON COUNTY chael Durfor, NRRA exthe company with its ecutive director. “He is electronics recycling efa visionary in his field. forts, which in turn has Some of the visions are made a positive impact hard to follow, but sooner or later on the environment with safe, ethical they come to fruition.” and legal electronics disposal.

Also at the conference, the NRRA Ingenthron nominated Gosselin honored Rachel Gosselin, CFO of for the award.

American Retroworks, with a Spe“In 2006, she took over payroll cial Recognition Award. The award and invoicing and within 6 weeks recognizes those individuals who had done more than her predeces-

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MIKE DURFOR, EXECUTIVE director of the Northeast Resource Recovery Association, left, presents the 2016 Recycling Business of the Year Award to Robin Ingenthron, CEO of American Retroworks/Good Point Recyling at the NRRA’s annual conference in Nashua, N.H., recently.

sor had done in 12 months,” he said.

“Now as CFO, she brings a balance of caring about recycling, doing recycling right and caring about people.”

Ingenthron said that Gosselin’s ability to stay ahead of the industry trends is a true gift. She has helped the company thrive even when there were changes in markets in 2009, changes in e-waste laws in 2011 and changes in demand for reused products, he said.

Due to Good Point Recycling’s efforts, Vermont has been a leader in per-person e-waste collections.

All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 as amended which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, national origin, sexual orientation, or persons receiving public assistance, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertisement for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination, call HUD Toll-free at 1-800424-8590. For the Washington, DC area please call HUD at 426-3500.

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