Monday, Feb. 27, 2017

MONDAY EDITION

ADDISON COUNTY

INDEPENDENT

Vol. 28 No. 46

Middlebury, Vermont

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Monday, February 27, 2017

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New Haven first to get bigger voice in solar Multi-media storytelling • Three musicians incorporate Depression-era visuals to tell a captivating tale. See Arts Beat on Page 10.

New town plan outlines energy limits

By GAEN MURPHREE NEW HAVEN — If New Haven voters OK a revised town plan next week on Town Meeting Day, the substantially updated plan could give the town a bigger voice in where and if future renewable energy projects are sited within its borders.

Vermont’s Act 174, enacted last June, gives towns that meet the law’s municipal energy planning standards “substantial deference” in Section 248 hearings. That means the state energy regulator — the Public Service Board — must give those towns more weight when deciding

whether to allow developers to build new solar, wind or other energy projects.

“The town plan is very comprehensive, and a large portion of it is devoted to solar and renewable energy,” said Selectboard Chair Kathy Barrett.

“We’re trying to adhere to Act 174, and it’s taken a lot of work.”

According to Addison County Regional Planning Commission Executive Director Adam Lougee, the updated New Haven Town Plan is definitely the first town plan in Addison County that tries to meet the standards set out in Act 174, and it very well may be the first in the state.

(See Solar, Page 3)

Retailer claims a new storefront

• Middlebury Mountaineer has moved around, but is now planting roots on Main Street.

See Page 2.

Hockey teams fight for seeds

• The Tiger girls and boys’ skaters each played twice last week as the regular season wrapped up. See Pages 16-18.

Triple threat

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School junior Andi Boe tallied a goal and two assists against Essex last Wednesday night. Middlebury won the game, 3-1. For complete coverage see Page 16.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Young and old living together

• HomeShare paired up two local women who found out they enjoy looking out for each other. See Page 14.

Orwell readies for its third vote on school unification

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Supporters of a plan to merge school governance in the six-town Addison Rutland Supervisory Union are hoping the third try will be the charm in getting support from the lone community that has consistently opposed the idea — Orwell.

Residents in the ARSU-member towns of Benson, Castleton, Fair Haven, Hubbardton,

West Haven and Orwell will again vote on the measure — driven by Vermont’s Act 46 — by Australian ballot next Tuesday, March 7. If approved, all schools within the newly created Slate Valley Unified Union School District (SVUUSD) would be governed by one 18-member board that would preside over a single, K-12 budget.

(See Unification, Page 32)

Ferrisburgh makes final plans for its first charter

By ANDY KIRKALDY FERRISBURGH — The Ferrisburgh selectboard plans to review its proposed town charter with voters at Ferrisburgh’s annual town meeting, and the board will also recommend to residents that hearing and vote dates on the charter be set for as soon in the spring as possible, according to Selectboard Chairwoman Loretta Lawrence.

(See Ferrisburgh, Page 31)

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Middlebury Mountaineer moves store

Big repairs loom for bridges in Bridport

By JOHN FLOWERS BRIDPORT — Bridport now can rightfully lay claim to the nickname of “Bridgeport.”

That’s because the community is confronting repairs to no less than four of its local bridges, beginning this March with the Sunderland Bridge on Crown Point Road.

Bridport residents on Town Meeting Day will be asked to spend up to $325,000 in town surplus funds to repair the 52-foot-long Sunderland Bridge, which straddles the western branch of Dead Creek on Crown Point Road, near its intersection with Basin Harbor Road.

Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) inspectors flagged the 77-year-old span back in 2010 as having a “completely saturated,” deck that needed to be replaced “in the near future.”

Bridport selectboard Chairman Leonard Barrett put the bridge’s main problem into layman’s terms: “Moisture and salt have been slowly making their way through the concrete and asphalt (of the deck).”

In technical terms, a follow-up VTrans inspection this past July identified the bridge as being in “satisfactory condition,” but with “progressive deterioration along the deck and steel beam ends.”

The report recommended “general rehabilitation” for the bridge deck, including “membrane installation, along with deck drain elimination and or perhaps fascia reconstruction. The beams need at least partial

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — It’s been a 19year climb for Middlebury Mountaineer, but it has finally reached its desired summit of a prime retail location on Middlebury’s Main Street.

Middlebury Mountaineer co-owner Steve Atocha said on Thursday the store will soon move from its current spot at 2 Park St. to its new home at 56 Main St., recently occupied by Clementine.

The new ADDISON COUNTY storefront will give Middlebury Mountaineer greater visibility and more walkby traffic, Atocha said.

“We love this space, but wanted some more exposure,” Atocha said.

“Exposure was our end goal.”

It was in 1998 that Middlebury Mountaineer opened its doors on Mill Street, in a spot above the Storm Café. Around five years later, the store moved to a Park Street spot formerly occupied by Ben & Jerry’s Homemade. After a short stint there, the business moved a little further up Park Street to its present location.

“We’ve been inching our way up, as we always say,” Atocha said.

But the Atochas have constantly kept their ears and eyes peeled for an appropriate opening on Main Street. They hit pay dirt when Clementine recently announced its departure from 56 Main St. Clementine remains in business as an online store (clementinestore.com).

In addition to its high visibility, (See Move, Page 3)

Business News

BRIDPORT VOTERS WILL be asked at their town meeting to support a $325,000 repair plan for the 77-yearold Sunderland Bridge on Crown Point Road. The project calls for replacing the bridge’s deck.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

cleaning, and painting now. If not, the steel will need strengthening repairs within the next 10 years to supplement section loss at the beam ends. For instance, a shallow rust hole is now forming thru the west end of the southern exterior beam.”

It is a town-owned bridge, and therefore the community’s responsibility to maintain. That means Bridport will have to foot the bill for the deck replacement project — unless it can win a grant through VTrans’ Structures Program. Officials are seeking $175,000 through that program to minimize Bridport’s expense.

Fortunately, because the town has accumulated a budget surplus local taxpayers won’t need to float a bond or loan to do the Sunderland Bridge work. But Barrett noted it is in the town’s best interest to retain as

much of its surplus as possible due to the three other bridges in town that will soon need major repairs.

Those bridges are on Middle Road, Crown Point Road (Potash Bridge) and West Market Road, according to Barrett.

He said because Bridport won’t have enough surplus money to repair all those bridges state aid will be essential.

Asked how soon the Bridport bridges will need to be repaired, Barrett said, “As soon as we can get to them.”

For now, though, the town focus is on the Sunderland Bridge, which sits on a well-traveled road. State officials estimate the deck replacement will take around a month, during which through traffic must cease. That means travelers will have to detour around the bridge us-

ing a combination of Basin Harbor Road, Heitman Road, Liberty Lane and/or Middle Road.

The project will result in the bridge being widened from the current 19.7 feet to 25 feet, 6 inches, according to current construction plans.

Barrett said the town was originally given five years to replace the Sunderland Bridge deck. It’s now year four of that deadline, and Bridport has failed twice to secure a VTrans grant for the work, Barrett said.

Bridport could reapply for a state grant is it fails again this year, but Barrett is optimistic VTrans will award Bridport the grant this year and the town will not have to cut it close by reapplying in 2018.

“I hope the state comes through with the grant for us,” Barrett said.

“I think we’re in good shape.”

Ferrisburgh, Vtrans explore intersection

By ANDY KIRKALDY NORTH FERRISBURGH — At their Feb. 21 meeting, members of the Ferrisburgh selectboard reviewed the latest response from the Agency of Transportation to the board’s request for a study of the Route 7-Stage Road intersection that could lead to its signalization.

Residents have petitioned the board to lobby VTrans for a light, and the board had even before gone back and forth with agency officials on the issue.

In an email, one official said work done a couple years back to install a left-turn lane and limit curb cuts for the gas station at the intersection was as much as VTrans could do without installing lights. The email stated it was now up to the town to request a full scoping study, starting with the Addison Country Regional Planning Commission.

Selectboard Chairwoman Loretta Lawrence said board members are not optimistic the agency will act anytime soon.

“The board’s take on this is that the state is kicking the can down the road, without further commitment, at this time,” Lawrence said in a Wednesday interview.

“They want the town to request a study. We would need to apply to regional planning for a grant, for this coming year, to do a feasibility study. Even after a study, who knows if the state will even commit to the findings.”

Also at the meeting, the selectboard gave permission to resident Nick Patch and Ferrisburgh Central School students to tap maple trees on the town’s Route 7 Union Meeting Hall property, as they have in the past.

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

Addison Independent, Monday, February 27, 2017 — PAGE 3

Move (Continued from Page 2) the Atochas like the storefront’s décor, lighting and wood floors.

At 1,600 square feet, the spot is roughly 100 square feet smaller than 2 Park St., but Atocha believes the more open, rectangular layout will lend itself well to the display of Middlebury Mountaineer’s extensive fishing, camping, hiking, skiing and cycling supplies, along with other outdoor recreation gear.

It offers rental equipment from such brands as Wilderness Systems, Patagonia and Simms.

The business, through Green Mountain Adventures, also offers professional guide services for fly fishing, kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, hiking, rock climbing,

snowshoeing and backcountry skiing.

Plans call for Middlebury Mountaineer to be up and running at its new location on April 1.

Meanwhile, local attorneys Benj and Lesley Deppman are seeking a permit from the town of Middlebury to relocate their law practice from 7 Washington St. to the 2 Park St. spot being vacated by Middlebury Mountaineer.

The Deppmans currently share a law office with fellow attorneys Jim and Stephanie Foley, under the name “Deppman & Foley PC.” The Foleys will remain at 7 Washington St. as a solo practice, Benj Deppman noted.

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

MIDDLEBURY MOUNTAINEER CO-OWNER Steve Atocha, seen here with his dog Ember, stands in front of the former Clementine storefront in downtown Middlebury. Atocha plans to move his business into the location this spring.

ven ranks second in the state for the number of “ground-mounted solar electric generation facilities.”

And it already produces close to three times the electricity that it consumes. The plan also says the town produces 15,558,572 kilowatt hours of electricity annually and consumes only 5,277,600.

With its flat, sun-filled fields, open spaces and proximity to power transmission lines, New Haven has been a magnet for solar generation over the past decade. A map issued in 2015 by Green Mountain Power showed New Haven to be one of the state’s top sites for generating solar energy — to the point that many electricity distribution lines were shown to be at or near capacity. Last fall, a proposed 2.2-megawatt development on Field Days Road brought out a large crowd of concerned and interested citizens, as the Public Service Board took the step of making a site visit.

The Energy Plan section of the proposed town plan looks at “how to fit distributed generation into a power grid that was not designed for it, and how to secure our energy future without degrading important elements of Vermont culture and environment like wetlands, forest, wildlife habitat, prime agricultural soils, and the visual and cultural

landscape valued by residents and critical to the tourist economy.”

Energy generating sources in New Haven include not just the town’s 33 ground-mounted solar sites, but also hydropower from Belden Falls, wind generated on four properties, and 35 homes with roof-mounted solar panels.

More energy will be passing through New Haven when and if the 400-megawatt Vermont Green Line converter station is built to bring renewable wind and hydro power onto the New England grid from upstate New York.

Given that “New Haven has already done its part to exceed the state distributed generation electricity production goals,” the town plan: • Limits the development of “standard offer renewable energy plants” to “those locations already so developed, and only for the duration of their certificates of public good.

• Places similar limitations on various types of solar development.

• Discusses the adverse effects of large-scale solar development on New Haven’s open land, farmland, wildlife habitat, and cultural and scenic resources.

• Describes the capacity limits on New Haven’s electrical distri-

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Solar (Continued from Page 1) Act 174 was spearheaded by state senator and New Haven resident Chris Bray, who had hoped to provide a way to give towns more voice in renewable energy siting decisions, while also moving the state toward its goal of getting 90 percent of its energy from renewable sources by 2050.

Barrett encourages residents come either to a public hearing on the plan on Monday, Feb. 27, or to town meeting next Monday, March 6, to ask questions, voice concerns, and get clarification on the town plan update.

Fully a third of the 119-page updated town plan is taken up with the discussion of New Haven’s energy plan. A key focus, said Barrett, was to prove to the Department of Public Service that New Haven is already generating its fair share of renewable energy. The DPS is charged with state energy planning and protection of consumers.

“We put in a lot of statistics to show that we already generate much more renewable energy in town than we use, and so we feel that we have done our part in terms of the goals for renewable energy for the state in general,” Barrett said.

According to the plan, New Ha-

bution lines, as the result of largescale solar development.

• Encourages energy conservation and efficiency.

• Encourages the development of renewable technologies, especially those tied to the local agriculture and forestry economy, such as biomethane and biomass.

• Lays out standards for the siting, screening and setback of renewable energy projects.

The plan also states that “New Haven does not allow any solar panels on any parcel if the electricity is to be used or credited to me-

ters off site.”

New Haven residents are encouraged to attend the public hearing on the revised town plan, Feb. 27, 7 p.m., at the town office. The town plan will also be discussed as part of Article 7 at town meeting, which begins at 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 6, in the New Haven Town Hall. Residents will vote up or down on the updated New Haven Town Plan in Australian ballot voting on March 7.

Reporter Gaen Murphree is reached at gaenm@addisonindependent.com.

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A D D IS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Editorial

The media’s retort to Trump not what you might expect At a New England-wide newspaper conference in Boston this past weekend, one 90-minute forum featured a panel of five national journalists debating how the press should respond to Trump’s attacks on the fifth estate.

It was not what most Americans would think liberal New England media elites would be saying, even after Trump has spent the past week trying to discredit the media’s work. No, the press was anything but vindictive, nor cowed, but rather questioning and second-guessing the fairness of their coverage. As ever, we are our harshest critics.

Among the 200 reporters, editors, graphic artists and sales-reps in attendance, we were all told to “listen more” to Trump supporters’ perspectives and be sure we reflect those attitudes into our pages. Trump supporters have valid perspectives, we were reminded, understand what they are and write about them.

And, for heaven’s sake, we were told, don’t fall for Trump’s personal attacks on the press. It’s a distraction from his performance as president. What Trump hopes to do by attacking the press is to make it an ideological fight: the liberal press vs. a president who is gutsy enough to “tell it like it is.” That’s how Trump would hope to frame the battle, and he’s been spoiling for a fight since Day One. No, don’t take the bait; resist joining Trump in the gutter. Rather, stick to the facts and point out the lies he tells and the motives he employs. Above all, report the actions he is taking, cite the potential harm it will cause our readers and communities, and how it will effect the nation. Let the facts speak; just do our jobs as objective reporters.

It was a good message to hear. But the fight is harder than it sounds, and we’ll get to why next, but first let’s do a quick recap of Trump’s most recent affronts: After his first press conference last week (a rambling, incoherent affair that heaped lavish praise on his own performance over his first 4 weeks, which many experts say has been among the most chaotic in modern history), the next day he calls the media the “enemy of the people,” and then

by Saturday he bans the New York Times, Washington Post, CNN and several other national media outlets from a routine news briefing — the first time in modern history a president has acted with such spite and capriciousness (not at least since Nixon and the Watergate scandal.)

Trump’s press secretary Sean Spicer had been widely quoted just a few weeks earlier saying that banning news organizations from press events would not happen because it was the path chosen by “dictators.”

And just last week, Sen. John McCain, R-Arizona, said of Trump’s statement about the press being the enemy of the public, “that’s how dictators get started.” McCain was making the point, in an interview with CBS’s Meet the Press host Chuck Todd, that a free press was central to a functional democracy, even if news organizations challenged those being held accountable, and even if the press’s coverage irked elected officials. “I hate the press… But the fact is, we need you… If you want to preserve democracy as we know it, you have to have a free and, many times, adversarial press.”

But it’s hard to avoid picking that fight with Trump because there is no other effective counter: With the GOP controlling both Houses in Congress, most statehouses, and soon the Supreme Court, the press is the last leg standing to defend against someone who exudes dictatorial traits. And if informing the public, means pointing out the bald-faced lies the president is telling, then we should not hesitate to do so. If we need to do investigative pieces to expose the Russian connection, do it. If there are intelligence agencies and others inside the administration who fear the president is placing the nation in jeopardy, then we should risk the consequences of using “leaks” and anonymous sources — just as happened during Watergate — and speak truth to power.

That’s not “fake” news, as Trump says of news critical of his performance, but it is part of the news Trump wants hidden, just as Nixon wanted the Watergate story hidden, and who attacked the press with a similar vigor.

Hopefully, over the next year, the public will be able to discern the truth, and in time its trust in the media will grow.

Angelo Lynn

ADDISON COUNTY

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Ice cascade

PERCOLATING WATER CLINGS as ice to the Green Mountains in Bristol last Thursday despite record-breaking warm weather.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Letters to the Editor Choices are clear in upcoming Ferrisburgh elections

This is a very important Town Meeting election in Ferrisburgh. We will be choosing a new selectboard member along with several other town officials, in particular the town clerk and town treasurer.

Ferrisburgh just got our annual

audit and we had several “significant deficiencies” cited by the professional auditors. This is not good, and as a taxpayer I certainly want our town finances to be it top shape.

So in an effort to resolve these “significant deficiencies” and strengthen

our town leadership I suggest that you vote for Deb Healey for town treasurer, along with Rick Ebel for selectboard and Gloria Warden for town clerk.

Vaughn Collins Ferrisburgh

Benton is effective mayor and deserves re-election What makes an effective mayor?

An effective mayor listens; an effective mayor builds strong relationships with city council members to instigate action; an effective mayor respects and works well with city staff; an

effective mayor represents the city professionally outside of the city, building working relationships with neighboring governments.

Mayor Bill Benton is an effective mayor. It has been my pleasure to

serve on the Vergennes City Council these past two years with him and be a part of his work to improve our community and maintain its character.

His leadership in addressing the issue (See Letter, Page 5)

Addison Independent, Monday, February 27, 2017 — PAGE 5

Letters to the Editor It pays to compare in drug pricing I wish to thank my doctors for helping to get on cheaper and more affordable prescription medicine.

Due to atrial fibrillation, occasional irregular heart beating, I was prescribed dual medicines. One, Sotolol, to slightly reduce heart rate to make it more regular and the other is a blood thinner to avoid stroke. For blood thinning I was given a prescription to the new and improved Eliquis.

Eliquis is preferred since it doesn’t need careful adjustments of dose as previous such medicines, like Jantoven or coumadin. Since atrial fibrillation and the slower heart rate can allow blood flow to slow so much it may clot, a regulator is needed. Such clots can enter the brain and choke off a part and kill that part causing a stroke and paralysis. Eliquis does a good job of regulating blood thinness to prevent stroke. But if bleeding starts there is less control to stop it than coumadin.

Soon after I started to use Eliquis, the price was increased 15 to 20 times (1,500 to 2,000 percent) and it became un-affordable. I struggled for almost a year waiting to get on Medicare Part D to get help with exorbitant prices. Finally, on Part D, there is a penalty for not having paid

into Part D for years and a factor that Part D pays less for Eliquis coverage than for other expensive medicines.

So, even with Part D, it will cost around $2,000 per year instead of the before rip off time of $30 a year.

Of course I get images of new yachts or houses in Monaco for greedy CEOs. And also paying for all the TV ads for Eliquis. I think that TV ads for prescription drugs should be illegal since people can’t buy then and have to harass doctors into prescribing them. So, I am going back to the pre-Eliquis blood thinner, coumadin (warfarin). Warfarin needs more control to get the right dose, as change in diet and such changes it effectiveness.

The big advantage is that it costs fifteen dollars a month instead of $100 dollars a month. It isn’t advertised on TV, so those costs aren’t there, but there is still the villa in Monaco and the big boat to get there, when I think about Eliquis. I don’t expect any help with such drug costs while Republicans are in charge.

Couldn’t even get help through Congress with Democrats. At least Bernie tried to help.

Peter Grant Bristol

Letter (Continued from Page 4) of truck traffic and pedestrian safety in our city demonstrates his respect for the citizens of Vergennes.

His commitment to the mission of important organizations in our city, such as the Vergennes Partnership, the Vergennes Opera House, Bixby Library and more, is but one example of his understanding of the importance of an economically viable and vibrant downtown Vergennes, and its impact on the greater community.

As an alderman, I can speak directly to his ability to consider all sides of an issue, to maintain a cool head, and to build a strong coalition of people

who may not always agree, but work well together, get things accomplished and explore ways to improve life in our city.

Mayor Benton has also represented our city well through his participation in the Vermont Mayor’s Coalition, his participation in the Strong Communities, Better Connections grant program, bringing much-needed attention to the issues facing our city on statewide level.

Please join me March 7 in casting a vote to reelect Mayor Benton to keep us moving forward.

Jeff Fritz Vergennes

Civil discourse sorely needed

As leaders in education, it is our tunities to keep employees’ out-ofobligation to model civil discourse pocket costs at current levels while and problem-solving. When faced also creating savings for taxpayers. with conflict or opposing priorities, The VSBA spent the last year prodo we want future generations to ap- viding information and advice to proach a situation with humility and help school boards negotiate changes a commitment to underto the new health plans. standing, or do we want Since one role of a them to draw a line in school board is to dethe sand and vilify those termine how best to who stand on the other deploy resources in side? service of children and This week’s Our children are in support of the prowriter is Nicole L. watching today. At evfessionals that work Mace, executive ery opportunity, we with them, our guiddirector of the Vermust teach and model ance has been focused mont School Boards conflict resolution and on helping boards reach Association. consensus building if settlements that benefit we believe those skills taxpayers and are fair to are necessary for the health and well- employees. being of tomorrow’s society.

Last fall, I reached out to VerRecently, I have seen two issues mont-NEA leadership to discuss an challenge the education commu- approach to negotiating agreements nity’s ability to engage in civil dis- that would benefit both employees course. The first involves changes to and taxpayers. While we had a conemployee health care plans; the sec- structive conversation, the organiond involves revisions to the rules zation has since accused the VSBA governing independent schools. of pushing an aggressive agenda deBoth make changes to long-stand- signed to hurt teachers and their faming systems that provide significant ilies. The Vermont-NEA’s monthly benefit to many Vermonters. In each newsletter, distributed to over 12,000 case, the VSBA has been supportive Vermonters, includes content that of the changes and has been publicly attacks the VSBA for providing inattacked for doing so. formation and guidance designed to The ability to access high quality, help school districts realize savings affordable health coverage is a pri- through the health care transition. ority most Vermonters share. In the In September, the Vermont-NEA spring of 2015, the Vermont Edu- reported to their members that the cation Health Initiative (VEHI) de- VSBA’s recommendations were part cided to replace existing school em- of an “aggressive, costshifting stratployee health insurance with plans egy, which will…hurt teachers, supdesigned to be competitive with Ver- port staff and their families.” Their mont Health Connect. This change December 2016 issue includes the means that, as of Jan. 1, 2018, all headline “VSBA Agenda Clearly school employees will be on new Has Your Healthcare in Crosshairs,” health care plans. Employees are and accuses the VSBA of “manufacunderstandably concerned about the turing a crisis” where all districts are impact these changes will have on bargaining at the same time, and of themselves and their families. engineering a change to the VEHI The new health plans cover the board structure in order to advance a same health services and networks, bargaining agenda. but they have higher out-of-pocket The transition to new health plans costs (deductibles and co-pays). Be- will not be successful if employees cause the premiums for these plans and communities are pitted against are markedly lower, there are oppor- each other. All parties should bargain

Community

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with an open mind, prepared to understand the options available and the objectives of both sides. Regrettably, we are already seeing signs of labor/management strife early in the bargaining cycle. Similarly, the State Board of Education’s rules governing independent schools have generated a lot of controversy and anger in certain areas of the state.

In this instance, the State Board of Education is attempting to address concerns about public dollars going to private institutions that do not serve students with disabilities.

The process has been far from perfect. But, when attending two public meetings in communities strongly opposed to the rules changes, I was taken aback by the hostility shown to speakers with opposing points of view. People who spoke in favor of the rules were booed or told to take their seat.

The State Board of Education was accused of trying to destroy communities and employing “greasy back door” tactics; the VSBA was declared to be on a mission to destroy school choice and independent schools in Vermont. Neither assertion is true. Representatives from the independent schools, the State Board of Education, and public school representatives have been meeting to determine areas of common ground and opportunities to improve the rules.

Outside of those focused meetings, however, the heated rhetoric continues. Our society needs civil discourse now more than ever. The issues facing our communities, state, nation and the world demand dialogue focused on identifying common ground and workable solutions.

Our challenges are complex, and require a willingness to understand diverse perspectives and create new approaches to solving old problems.

In 2017, I hope all education stakeholders will engage in civil discourse as we chart a course for the future of our schools and communities. Vermont’s children deserve no less.

Letters can be found on Pages 4, 5 and 7.

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ADDISON COUNTY

Obituaries

VERGENNES — On Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2017 Emeline Mammie LaRose passed away peacefully at The University of Vermont Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.

Emeline was born Oct. 14, 1954 in Burlington, Vt. to father Olin LaRose and mother Erma Mae Stokes Humiston who both pre-deceased her. She grew up in Vergennes where she spent most of her life.

Emmi leaves her two amazing children, Julie LaRose Gould and Codie Roderick LaRose and their families. Julie and husband Barry Gould live in Clearwater, Fla., and their son Alex, Codie and wife Donna Bohannon LaRose live in Alburgh and Codie’s son Hayden, his mother Nickie Perry and his two sisters, Alesha and Ryleigh (Baby Girl) who were also grandchildren in Emmy’s heart. Donna has four children that were dear to Emeline as well, Courtney, Joshua, Gage and Jared and their families.

ANNE MARIE HASKINS Emeline also leaves behind six siblings, Albert LaRose (Marlene); Elaine Haskins of Powers; sisters, Reginald LaRose (Doris); Darlene Crissandra Loyer of Powers, Kimberly Foote of Klamath Falls; brothers, Daniel Haskins and Joseph Haskins, Jr. of Bennington, Vt., John Haskins of Colchester, Vt., David Haskins of Williston, Vt.; grandchildren, Andrew Hermann, Robert Field III, Tamisha Werst, Jadrienne Lemmer, Keagen Ambrose and Neveah Ambrose, all of Coos Bay and North Bend.

She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Haskins, Sr.; brother, Leslie Haskins; sister, Debra Haskins.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131.

Friends and family are encouraged to sign the online guestbook at www. coosbayareafunerals.com.◊

Anne Haskins, 53, Coos Bay, Ore. COOS BAY, Ore. — A celebration of life for Anne Marie Haskins, 53, of Coos Bay, formerly of Powers, will be announced at a later date.

Private cremation rites were held at Ocean View Memory Gardens in Coos Bay. Anne was born August 24, 1963, in Burlington, Vt., to Joseph Leonard Haskins and Elaine Joyce (Clark) Haskins. She received her angel wings and much needed peace February 14, 2017, in Myrtle Point.

Anne graduated from Mt. Mansfield Union High School in Jericho, Vt.; class of 1981. She married William John Ambrose near Lake Champlain in Panton, Vt., December 31, 1987. Alongside her children, Anne moved to Powers in 1988.

By her family and friends, Anne was known for her unconditional love and caring ways; she always took people in when they needed help. She loved poetry and reading books. She was a great narrator and storyteller and was known to be very comical. Anne loved Rock ’n’ Roll, had a humanitarian soul, and always willed the New England Patriots (especially Tom Brady) to the Super Bowl. She loved her family and was the glue that held everyone together when things weren’t easy. Her family will always remember her cheeky smile, usually found underneath the brim of her hat. She will be dearly missed by those who knew her.

Anne is survived by her sons, Reuben Haskins of North Carolina, William Ambrose, Jr. of North Bend; daughters, Rebecca and Sarah Ambrose of Coos Bay, Elizabeth Ambrose of North Bend; mother,

Emeline LaRose, 62, Vergennes Stark; Rodney LaRose (Arthea); Howard Humiston and Laurie Raymond (Andy). Emmi has many, nieces and nephews that nicknamed her “Auntie Em” as well as many cousins that were dear to her and three very special friends, Karen Larrow and family Donna Beirholm and family and Cathy Farr and many others that she considered very special.

Emmi worked for many years for Addison County Transit Resources (ACTR) of Middlebury as well as the John Graham Shelter in Vergennes.

Emmi loved to pick up tips from her favorite cooking shows and put them to good use by creating many beautiful cakes for a variety of events. She enjoyed making chocolate candies for holidays, crocheting and she loved to dance especially to her favorite singer, Elvis, but nothing gave her greater pleasure than spending time with her children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews and friends.

Emeline will be greatly missed by all that knew her. She will always hold a special place in the hearts of all. In lieu of flowers

EMELINE LAROSE please donate to Mental Health of Addison County, the American Diabetes Foundation or the Kidney Awareness Foundation.

Calling hours were held Saturday, Feb. 25, 2-4 p.m. at Brown McClay Funeral Home in Vergennes.◊

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Vision and hearing will also be screened.

WHO NEEDS SCREENING? Any child aged 0-5 years old that resides in Benson, Castleton, Fair Haven, Hubbardton, Orwell or West Haven who has not previously been screened.

WHERE CAN MY CHILD BE SCREENED? ARSU is offering screenings at 3 different locations, on several different dates. Choose the best date or site that works with your schedule and give that site a call at the phone number listed for an appointment.

SCREENING SITES: BENSON VILLAGE SCHOOL: 537-2491 APRIL 7 ( all ages ) CASTLETON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: 468-5624 APRIL 5 (birth to age 2) APRIL 6 ( ages 3-5 ) APRIL 7 ( ages 3-5 ) FAIR HAVEN GRADE SCHOOL: 265-3883 APRIL 10 (birth to age 2) APRIL 12 (ages 3-5) APRIL 13 (ages3-5)

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To Agency of Natural Resources: Do your job

Letters to the Editor Support urged for Benton in re-election bid for mayor

I am writing to make people aware entities that they are charged with of a series of meetings that the Ver- regulating. Is it to begin the process I am writing to encourage teers who involve themselves in a mont Agency of Natural Resources to weaken oversight in the name of Vergennes residents to vote, once variety of events, organizations, and (ANR) is hosting. These meetings “…better, more efficient business again, for Bill Benton as their non-profits that are so important to are listed on their website as “a lis- and organizational outcomes…”?

Mayor.

Though I am a resident a vibrant community. tening tour” this February and March I encourage people to attend these of the neighboring town of FerMayor Benton understands that a to hear directly from “our custom- meetings and speak up for yourrisburgh, I have the privilege of successful community is one where ers” about their experiences interact- selves and for Vermont’s natural enjoying the fruits of the little city’s the citizens are engaged in the ing with the agency. Secretary Julie resources that we enjoy and depend robust downtown every day.

As a important discussions and decisions Moore invites business upon for healthy lives. member of the Vergennes Opera that can affect the community for owners, planners, real Vermont’s natural re- House Board of Directors, I have many years.

Some of the efforts estate agents and others sources are not only witnessed the effects of Mayor he has been championing involve with regular business beneficial to each of Benton’s leadership firsthand. With road safety within the downtown, before the agency to us and our children, Mayor Benton’s encouragement, recreational opportunities, especialattend one of five pubbut they are also a key support, and respect, the Friends This week’s ly around the Otter Creek Park and lic forums being hosted driver for Vermont’s of the Vergennes Opera House writer is Ripton multiple projects affecting economacross the state at reeconomy. resident Mark worked to get the Opera House ic development. gional economic develThe closest meet- back on strong financial footing and Nelson, chair of the Mayor Benton possesses a rare opment commissions.” ing to Addison Coun- become, once again, a healthy and Vermont Chapter of but welcomed quality in that he not These meetings seem in ty is in Rutland this integral part of the community’s the Sierra Club. only listens to what you have to conflict with the ANR’s Wednesday, March cultural and economic life. say, but he asks more questions to primary responsibili1, 9-10 a.m.; Rutland Mayor Benton has an intense ensure that he has as many considties and Vermonters should be con- Economic Development Corp., 67 pride in the community of Vererations collected as possible. He is cerned about the potential outcomes Merchants Row, 3rd Floor. gennes and an unwavering belief also a consensus builder who pulls of these meetings.

If you can’t make a meeting, send in the people who call the little city in other opinions on issues so that The ANR website contains the your thoughts to ANR Secretary their home.

He also has faith in the everyone has a voice and that their following statement — “Respect. Julie Moore directly in an email or individuals who travel to Vergennes voice is heard.

Protect. Enjoy. The Vermont Agency letter. to work and are part of the thriving Vergennes is a unique and wonof Natural Resources promotes the We need to make sure that the business community. His leadership derful community because of its sustainable use of Vermont’s natu- ANR holds true to its responsibilicitizens, its eclectic offerings within ral resources, protects and improves ties and does not cater to those that is encouraging to the many volunthe health of Vermont’s peoples and they are charged with regulating. ecosystems, and promotes sustain- Effective and efficient management able outdoor recreation.” Reading and oversight of Vermont’s natural further, the site states, they are “… resources should not be driven to charged with oversight and man- meet the whims and desires of those The Addison Independent encourages readers to write letters to the edagement of Vermont’s natural envi- that wish to profit from it. Stand up itor.

We believe a newspaper should be a community forum for people to ronment on behalf of the people of and tell the ANR to do its job and debate issues of the day Vermont. (They) endeavor to draw oversee and manage Vermont’s natBecause we believe that accountability makes for responsible debate, from and build upon Vermonters’ ural resources on behalf of the peowe will print signed letters only. Be sure to include an address and teleshared ethic of responsibility for ple of Vermont, not business ownphone number, too, so we can call to clear up any questions. our natural environment, an ethic ers, planners, and real estate agents. that encompasses a sense of place, You can find the location and times If you have something to say, send it to: Letters to the Editor, Addison community and quality of life, and of the other ANR meetings at their Independent, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, VT 05753. Or email to news@ an understanding that we are an in- website: http://anr.vermont.gov/ addisonindependent.com. tegral part of the environment, and node/932. that we must all be responsible stewards for this and future generations.”

Nowhere on their website can I find any reference to a responsibility to make it easier for business owners, planners, real estate agents and others to work with them. Yet, they have set up a series of meetings across the state inviting these groups to “…hear about opportunities to Have you been thinking you want to go solar? Bristol Electronics further improve the agency’s current permitting and regulatory systems to is the place to call. Over a year ago we met with another company and deliver better, more efficient busiwere so frustrated by the whole process that we decided to forget all ness and organizational outcomes about solar power. But when we met Bristol Electronics staff at the Bristol while protecting Vermont’s natural Harvest Festival they encouraged us to rethink it. We’re glad we did. resources.” Based on the ANR’s responsibilities and charges, I would Everyone at Bristol Electronics is friendly, courteous, professional and think that Vermont’s natural reefficient. They are patient with questions and concerns and they go sources and Vermont’s citizens that beyond what they have to do. The price was fair, the installation was depend on a healthy natural environcompleted on schedule, and even the cables and wiring were neatly ment are in fact the ANR’s “customdone! The design met our power needs, gave us the latest, most ers.” Not “business owners, planpowerful panels available, and the panels are barely visible high up on ners, and real estate agents.”

The ANR oversees permitting our rooftops but they are up there working away - - - LOVE watching the processes for state and federally delmeter go backwards! egated programs to maintain clean air, water, and soils as well as healthy We wanted to invest in our property, instead of the stock market; and even though it was early winter when the forests and ecosystems. Therefore, installation was complete, we began to see a reduction in our power bill right away. We are looking forward to this one would have to ask why they summer and having zero electric bills! deem it necessary to get input from Patricia & Bob – Lincoln, VT

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the downtown, its natural recreational resources and its historic buildings and services provided by the Bixby Library and the Vergennes Opera House.

Because of the dedication of people like Mayor Benton, Vergennes is no longer a community to drive through, as it was in the 1990s, but a community destination for local community members and for tourists alike. Please vote for Mayor Benton so that he can finish the important work needed to set the community up for continued success over the ensuing years.

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communitycalendar Am Not Your Negro.” Suggested donation $10 will support Black Lives Matter Vermont and new chapter of Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ). Everyone is welcome regardless of ability to pay. Sponsored by Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society, Otter Creek Yoga

be lasagna, salad bar, homemade rolls, cottage cheese and chocolate cookies. Suggested donation is $4. Be sure to call Nancy at 453-5276 if Artificial Intelligence lecture in you’re not already on the list. Come early and talk Middlebury. Monday, Feb. 27, 4:30 with friends and meet new ones. p.m., McCardell Bicentennial Hall, Classes at EastView in Middlebury. Thursday, Middlebury College.

Barbara March 2, 3-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury.

Grosz, a professor of Natural EastView resident Nick Clifford will facilitate a Sciences at Harvard’s School of class on “Latin America’s Political Pendulum,” Engineering and Applied Sciences, the sixth in an eight-week series. will give a lecture titled “Intelligence Live reenactment Systems: Design and Ethnical of “The Lorax” in THE HAWTHORN CENTER ‑ Balancing the Energetics of Middlebury. Thursday, Challenges.” Free and open to the People and Herbs: An Introduction to the Three Doshas (The March 2, 3:30-4:30 p.m., public. Grosz is considered a leader in the field of Artificial Intelligence, or Ayurvedic Constitutional Types.) Wed., March 1, 4-6pm. At 8A Vermont Book Shop.

AI. Main St, Bristol (over Cubbers Restaurant.) Donation: $10-$20. In recognition of Dr. Armchair travel presentation in Seuss’s birthday, the Pre-register at margigregory@gmail.com, (413) 320-1920.

Middlebury. Monday, Feb. 27, Vermont Book Shop will 7 p.m., Eastview at Middlebury, host a live reenactment Community Room. Jean Seelerof “The Lorax” with Nola and Showing Up for Racial Justice.

Gifford will present “Dia de los Muertos” Kevra performing. Yummy “Truffula Fruit” will be Black and White Cabaret in Vergennes.

Halloween in Mexico. served and young attendees will be given their Wednesday, March 1, 6:30 p.m., VUHS Middle very own “Truffula Seeds” that they can plan.

School Gym. The Vergennes Union High School Free and open to the public.

Music Department will present the annual Black “A Twitch upon the Thread: The Parthenon, and White Cabaret. There will be tasty desserts Genealogy, Ritual, and Resonance” illusand hot beverages for the audience to enjoy Resistance Tuesdays in trated lecture in Middlebury. Thursday, March while hearing music from the Commodore Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2, 4:30 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Jazz Ensemble, Commodore Singers and vari12:30-1 p.m., College Park. Interested in Dance Theatre. In this illustrated lecture, Joan B. ous small vocal and instrumental ensembles. being an active participant in our democracy?

Connelly, professor of classics and art history at Admission is by donation, with proceeds to Come and gather in the College Park (opposite New York University and author of The Parthenon benefit the VUHS High School Band and Chorus Sama’s) every Tuesday to discuss the issues of Enigma (2014), proposes a radically new reading performance trip to Philadelphia in April. the day and find strength in solidarity. Children, of the Parthenon frieze as depicting a foundation Pianist Michael Arnowitt in Middlebury. dogs and posters welcome! myth — rather than the prevailing interpretaWednesday, March 1, 7 p.m., Town Hall Email marketing training in Middlebury. tion, as depicting an episode in the Panathenaic Theater. Vermont pianist Michael Arnowitt will Tuesday, Feb. 28, 1-2:30 p.m., 309 Court St. Procession — and in the process overhauls our perform and discuss key musical compositions Insights LLC will offer hands-on training for understanding of the temple as a whole. Free. from 1911, including Igor Stravinsky’s “Rite of Guzheng Student Showcase in Middlebury. learning the basics of building a professional, Spring.”

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Thursday, March 2, 4:30 p.m., Chateau Grand Humanities Council’s First Wednesday lecture Training includes how to insert photos, videos, Salon. Come listen to students of varying levels series and is free and open to the public. content, subject lines. Register for this free showcase their talent on the Chinese zither, an workshop at: http://insights-llc.com/event/ instrument with over 2,500 years of history and email-marketing-training/?instance_id=317. one of the most popular Chinese instruments Shrove Tuesday pancake supper in Shoreham. today. The repertoire will include both modern and Tuesday, Feb. 28, 5-7 p.m., Shoreham traditional pieces. Sponsored by the Department S e n i o r Congregational Church. Shrove Tuesday of Music. Free. m e a l is the day before lent, which begins on Ash Twist O’ Wool Spinning Guild meeting in Bristol.

Wednesday. The menu will include pancakes in Middlebury. Thursday, March 2, T h u r s d a y, with maple syrup, latkes with applesauce, 7 p.m., 49 Wilson Road. There will March 2, noon, sausage, home fries and beverages. $7 adults; be a general meeting and show First Baptist $4 children and $20 for a family. Bring a nonand tell, followed by a session of Church of perishable food item for the Food Shelf. All are learning to knit short rows. All are Bristol. The welcome. welcome. For more informamenu will Bridge School open house in Middlebury. tion call 453-5960.

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 6-7 p.m., Bridge School, 1469 Exchange St. All prospective parents and guardians are welcome to come learn about Bridge School’s unique, engaging curriculum. Tour the school, talk to teachers and school leaders and ask questions. There are K-6 openings for fall 2017. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information visit http://bridgeschoolvermont.org/event/prospective-family-info-night/.

Milk and Honey Quilters’ Guild meeting in Middlebury. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7-9 p.m., American Legion, 49 Wilson Road. Interested in learning more about quilting? Four different quilting techniques will be demonstrated by Guild members during the February meeting.

Attendees will rotate through the stations every 15 minutes. Techniques offered are: Paper Piecing, Machine Decorative Stitches, Machine Appliqué and Preparing to Appliqué. Free refreshments.

Candidates forum in Ferrisburgh. Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7-9 p.m., Ferrisburgh Town Office and Community Center (the former Grange Hall).

The Ferrisburgh Historical Society will host a Ferrisburgh Candidates Forum for all who are running for local office on Town Meeting Day. There will be a somewhat formal opportunity for each candidate to make a statement on why they are running, as well as an informal opportunity to meet and greet all candidates who attend. Everyone is invited. Call Silas Towler at 425-3380 for more information.

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“I Am Not Your Negro” showing in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 1, 1 p.m., 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., Marquis Theater.

Special one day showing of James Baldwin’s “I

THURSDAY

Metal Madness

AN OPENING RECEPTION will be held for “Dick Kirby: Metal Madness,” a one-man show of artist-designed steel works such as lamps, weathervanes, candle holders and coat racks on Friday, March 3, 5-7 p.m. at the Brandon Artists Guild.

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Age Well First Friday Luncheon in Middlebury. Friday, March 3, arrive after 11 a.m., Middlebury VFW, Exchange Street. A special St. Patty’s celebration meal featuring corned beef and cabbage, boiled potatoes and carrots, rye bread and Saint Patty’s day cake for dessert. Certified organic regular and decaf coffee donated by Vermont Coffee Company. Music by Middlebury’s own O’Hanleigh, will entertain the crowd with Irish-American music. Advance reservations required, call Age Well at 802-865-0360 ext.

1018 to reserve. Suggested donation $5.

“Glenn Andres: Middlebury as Mill Town” illustrated lecture in Middlebury. Friday, March 3, 12:15 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Dance Theatre. Professor Emeritus of the History of Art and Architecture Glenn Andres gives an illustrated lecture on Middlebury’s past as a center of mill industry. Offered as part of the Fridays at the Museum series, and in conjunction with Saturday’s performance “Kannapolis: A Moving Portrait.” Free.

Metal Madness opening reception in Brandon.

Friday, March 3, 5-7 p.m., Brandon Artists Guild.

An opening reception will be held for “Dick Kirby: Metal Madness,” a one-man show of artistdesigned steel works such as lamps, weathervanes, candle holders and coat racks.

Baked Potato fundraiser in Cornwall. Friday, March 3, 5-7 p.m., Cornwall Congregational Church. Sixth annual Baked Potato Bar to benefit local Habitat of Humanity of Addison County will be held. $5 per potato. Toppings will include sour cream, cheddar cheese, blue cheese, broccoli, chives, chili, bacon, salsa and more. For more information contact Betsy Stine at 462-2012.

Lenten Fish Fry in Vergennes. Friday, March 3, 5-7 p.m., St. Peter’s Parish Hall. Come join us for battered baked haddock, fries, macaroni and cheese, green beans, coleslaw, rolls, punch, milk and coffee. Adults $12, children under 12 $6. Children under 6 are free. Immediate family (only) $35. Please bring a dessert to share. For more information call 877-2367.

Fish Fry in Vergennes. Friday, March 3, 6-8 p.m., Vergennes Eagles Club. Fish fry at the Eagles Club. $10 per person. Eat in or takeout available.

Bixby’s Movie Club in Vergennes. Friday, March 3, 6-9 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library. Bixby’s Movie Club presents “Hell or High Water,” nominated for this year’s Academy Award for Best Picture. The movie will be shown in the basement - the Otter Creek Room - of the library.

Come get cozy, watch a great flick and enjoy some popcorn!

“American Radical” play in Middlebury.

Friday, March 3, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater.

“American Radical” is a one-woman piece about Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the earliest pioneers for women’s rights, starring Kate Redway. For tickets call 382-9222 or go to www. townhalltheater.org.

The Mantis! An Evening of Live Storytelling in Middlebury. Friday, March 3, 8-10 p.m., Marquis Theater. Come to The Mantis! for an evening of live storytelling. All stories must be true, first person, no notes, and no stand up comedy acts. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact Michael Ray Kingsbury at MRK4vt@aol.com or 802-779-5488.

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Young Adventurers Club Hike at the Watershed Center, Bristol.

Saturday, March 4. Theme will be “Capturing the Senses.” While the pace is geared toward younger adventurers (ages 4-8), everyone is welcome. Each outing is tailored to individual participants, and will be fun for the whole family! Call or email YAC Leader Lauren Bierman for meeting location and details at 802-349-7498 or laurenbiermanrn@gmail. com. For other events and activities visit www. gmcbreadloaf.org.

Green Mountain Club Nebraska Notch Trail Hike in Underhill. Saturday, March 4. Hike to Taylor

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communitycalendar McCardell Bicentennial hall. As part of the Meet the Press Series, Eric Bates, the editor-in-chief of The New Republic magazine, will deliver a talk titled “Journalism vs. Trump: The Media as Opposition Party.” Bates is an award-winning journalist with a distinguished track record for producing hard-hitting investigative reporting at Rolling Stone, Mother Jones, Southern Exposure and The Intercept, as well as New Republic. Free and open to the public.

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SPECIAL ONE-DAY showing of James Baldwin’s film “I Am Not Your Negro” on Wednesday, March 1, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. at Marquis Theater in Middlebury. Suggested donation $10 will support Black Lives Matter Vermont and a new chapter of Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ). Everyone is welcome regardless of ability to pay.

Lodge from Underhill via Nebraska Notch Trail or alternative Clara Bow Trail. Approximately 5 miles round trip with an elevation gain of under 1,000 feet. Snowshoe or spikes depending on conditions. This is a dog friendly hike.

Contact Ivor Hughes at brhughes@gmvat.net or 802-453-4412 for additional information. For other events and activities visit www.gmcbreadloaf.org.

“Summertime” in Middlebury. Saturday, March 4, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m., Dana Auditorium. Paris, 1971. Feminist militant Carole falls in love with Delphine, daughter of Limousin farmers. When Delphine’s father has a stroke, she must go back home to help run the family farm, with Carole soon to follow. The two stars “have a natural chemistry that’s not only credible but actually infectious” - Boyd van Heoij, Hollywood Reporter. In French with English subtitles. Free.

Carnevale in Vergennes. Saturday, March 4, 7 p.m., Vergennes Opera House. Carnevale in Vergennes will be an exceptional and unforgettable evening to benefit three area nonprofits: Vergennes Opera House, Vergennes Partnership and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes. This year’s theme is Il Circo della Vita!...the Circus of Life!

Gallery Talk: American Faces in Middlebury.

Saturday, March 4, 7 p.m., Middlebury College Museum of Art. Middlebury College students give a brief introduction to the exhibition “American Faces: A Cultural History of Portraiture and Identity” in conjunction with “Kannapolis: A Moving Portrait.” The museum is open for pre-concert visitors from 6-8 p.m. Free.

“American Radical” play in Middlebury.

Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. “American Radical” is a one-woman piece about Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the earliest pioneers for women’s rights, starring Kate Redway. For tickets call 382-9222 or go to www.townhalltheater.org.

“Kannapolis: A Moving Portrait” in Middlebury.

Saturday, March 4, 8 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Robison Hall. Acclaimed composer, singer and violinist Jenny Scheinman invites us into the captivating visual world of Depressionera filmmaker H. Lee Waters in this multi-media performance. Tickets $20 general public; $15 Middlebury College ID holders; $6 Middlebury College students. Info: www.middlebury.edu/ arts or 802-443-6433.

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“American Radical” play in Middlebury. Sunday, March 5, 2 p.m., Town Hall Theater. “American Radical” is a one-woman piece about Elizabeth Cady Stanton, one of the earliest pioneers for

women’s rights, starring Kate Redway. For tickets call 382-9222 or go to www.townhalltheater. org.

Apple Mac Users Group in Middlebury. Sunday, March 5, 3:45-5 p.m., Ilsley Public Library. Apple Mac Users Group will meet in the Community Room. Open to the public. Free.

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Dessert hour in Weybridge.

Monday, March 6, 6-7 p.m., Weybridge School. Dessert hour prior to Weybridge Town Meeting will be a great opportunity to visit with neighbors. For more information or to volunteer to bring a dessert call Glenna Piper at 545-2000.

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Bake sale in Lincoln. Tuesday, March 7, 7 a.m.-7 p.m., Burnham Hall kitchen, Lincoln Library. Bake sale will feature sweet and savory treats, quiches and soup. If you would like to bake or cook something for the sale, email Ruth at mhfarm@ gmavt.net or sign up at the Library.

Blood pressure/foot care clinic in Brandon.

Tuesday, March 7, 10 a.m., Forestdale Senior Center, Brandon. The Rutland Area Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice will hold a blood pressure/foot care clinic. $10. No appointment necessary. Call 802-770-1536 for more information.

Resistance Tuesdays in Middlebury. Tuesday, March 7, 12:30-1 p.m., College Park. Interested in being an active participant in our democracy?

Come and gather in the College Park (opposite Sama’s) every Tuesday to discuss the issues of the day and find strength in solidarity. Children, dogs and posters welcome!

How to Write a Killer College Essay presentation in Vergennes. Tuesday, March 7, 7-8 p.m., Bixby Memorial Library. Bixby Library will host a one hour “How to Write a Killer College Essay” presentation by Denise Shekerjian that will help assist students in the creation of their personal essays for college applications. Free and open to the public.

Fly Tying Class for Beginners in Middlebury.

Tuesday, March 7, 7-9 p.m., Middlebury Union High School, room H005. Fly tying class for beginners offered by the New Haven River Anglers Association. Instruction and materials provided at no cost. $50 refundable deposit for tools. Limited to 12 participants. Call Peter Burton 388-6876 to register.

Trump vs. the Media talk in Middlebury.

Tuesday, March 7, 7:30 p.m., Room 220,

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Remembering and renewal group in Middlebury. Wednesday, March 8, 5:30-7 p.m., Share stories and celebrate memories of those we have loved and lost.

Pay tribute to the gratitude, grief and connection that remains alive in our minds and hearts.

Be inspired in this safe, supportive community. 8-week session. Call Hospice Volunteer Services at 388-4111 or email molson@ hospice.org for more information.

Conservation Committee slide show in Salisbury. Wednesday, March 8, 7 p.m., Salisbury Community School. Jim and Kris Andrews will present a slide show of their trip to Tanzania. Everyone is welcome.

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Classes at EastView in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 9, 3-4:30 p.m., EastView at Middlebury. EastView resident Nick Clifford will facilitate a class on “Prospects for Afghanistan and Pakistan,” the seventh in an eight-week series.

Illustrated lecture in Middlebury. Thursday, March 9, 4:30 p.m., Mahaney Center for the Arts, Room 125. Richard Saunders, Middlebury College museum director, will present an illustrated lecture titled “Making Sense of our Selfie Nation.”

CCV information session in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 9, 5-6 p.m., CCV Middlebury, 10 Merchants Row #223. Community College of Vermont will hold an information session for everything you need to know about taking classes at CCV. Quit Partners workshop in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 9, 6-7 p.m., Helen Porter Healthcare and Rehab. Get the support you need to quit tobacco at this free workshop.

Enter through the front doors and ask for the small conference room. Contact Christine Serfozo at 802-388-8860 or cserfozo@portermedical.org with questions or to pre-register.

Pre-registration is required.

Our Pelvic Floor – Holding It All Together! presentation in Middlebury. Thursday, March 9, 6:30 p.m., REV Fitness for Women,

175 Wilson Road. Get the “Low-Down” from Judy Holmes, MS, PT, of Middlebury Physical Therapy. Learn the anatomy and function of the pelvic floor, and common concerns such as bladder and bowel incontinence and pelvic pain. Discover treatment options and behavior modification techniques, AND, have your questions answered. Free. Registration required: www.revfitnessforwomen.com/contact-us.html or Michele Butler at 989-0096.

Book reading in Middlebury. Thursday, March 9, 6:30 p.m., Vermont Book Shop. Vermont author Eve Schaub, who was celebrated for her book “Year of No Sugar” will talk about her new memoir “Year of No Clutter,” which has been described as a deeply inspiring and frequently hilarious examination of why we keep stuff in the first place, and how to let it all go. Book signing to follow. Free and open to the public.

Cabin Fever Lecture Series in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 9, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library.

Travis Hammill, Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, speaks about protecting the iconic redrock lands of southern Utah for recreation and preservation. Sponsored by Otter Creek Audubon. Free and open to the public.

“Hedda Gabler” live in HD in Middlebury.

Thursday, March 9, 7-9:30 p.m., Town Hall Theater. Tony Award-winning director Ivo van Hove returns to National Theatre Live screens at Town Hall Theater with a modern production of Ibsen’s masterpiece starring Ruth Wilson.

Tickets $17/$10 students available at THT Box Office, 802-382-9222, www.townhalltheater.org, or in person Monday to Saturday noon-5 p.m.

LIVEMUSIC Gumbo Ya Ya in Middlebury. Friday, Feb. 24, 8-10 p.m., 51 Main.

Ben Cosgrove in Brandon. Saturday, Feb. 25, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Quiles & Cloud in Ripton. Saturday, March 4, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

Dan Evans in Brandon. Thursday, March 9, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Chelsea Berry in Brandon. Saturday, March 25, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Kelly Ravin and Lowell Thompson in Ripton.

Saturday, April 1, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

Diana Fanning and Dieuwke Davydov in Brandon. Saturday, April 1, 7:30 p.m., Brandon Music.

Red Tail Ring in Ripton. Saturday, May 6, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

Low Lilly in Ripton. Saturday, June 3, 7:30 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

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Musicans offer a multi-media portrait Acclaimed composer, singer and p.m. on Saturday and at 2 p.m. on violinist Jenny Scheinman invites Sunday. us into the captivating visual world “American Radical” is an intimate of Depression-era filmmaker H. and moving portrayal of Elizabeth Lee Waters in the multi-media Cady Stanton, the founder of the performance “Kannapolis: A woman’s rights movement at Seneca Moving Portrait” at 8 p.m. on Falls in 1848. “American Radical” Saturday in Robison Hall uses Stanton’s own at Middlebury College’s writings to reveal her Mahaney Center for the humor, inner life and Arts. Seasoned with public battles.

Bluegrass, Country Playwright and and Roots notes, this performer Redway performance will take says, “I was literally audiences on a journey

by Greg Pahl overwhelmed by the back nearly 100 years story of Elizabeth into America’s industrial Cady Stanton’s life as past. a mother of six and her Scheinman and her musical extraordinary ability as a writer and sidemen, Robbie Fulks and Robbie her glorious sense of humor. I could Gjersoe, have created a live not believe that I had never known of soundtrack of new folk songs, fiddle her contribution to women’s rights, music and field sounds to accompany rights I have as a woman today. So Waters’ fascinating footage, now I began to create a play based on masterfully reworked by director her writings. That play is American Finn Taylor. The result is a reflection Radical.” on “the gaze” both then and now; the Redway has appeared offevolution of mill towns; and a striking Broadway in the world premieres of commentary on race, class and the several hit plays. She is also a standAmerican experience. Audiences can up comedian and appears regularly stay after the performance for a Q&A at the Gotham Comedy Club in New with the artists.

York City. American Radical was Scheinman writes, “H. Lee co-written by Kate Redway and Waters was a journeyman portrait Stephen Rosenfield and is directed photographer in Lexington, N.C., by Jane Mandel. whose business fell on hard times Tickets are $22 for adults and during the Great Depression. He $10 for students.

Tickets and came up with another plan to make Information at: 382-9222 or at a living: make regular people into townhalltheater.org. movie stars! He got hold of a movie QUILES & CLOUD camera and travelled to towns The Ripton Community Coffee throughout the Piedmont region. House, a nonprofit community He would film as many people concert series, welcomes folk trio as possible in public places, then Quiles & Cloud at 7:30 p.m. on return several weeks later to show the footage in the towns’ movie theaters…between 1936 and 1942 he worked tirelessly to create 118 movies, compiling one of the most comprehensive documents that we have of American life at that time.”

Scheinman began work on the project in 2009, writing over three hours of music for the project, and eventually narrowing her material down to one hour to match film director Finn Taylor’s carefully curated editing.

Scheinman is a violinist, fiddler, singer and composer originally from Northern California. She has taken the #1 Rising Star Violinist title in the Downbeat Magazine Critics’ Poll and has been listed as one of their Top Ten Overall Violinists for over a decade.

A related pre-concert gallery talk will begin at 7 p.m. at the Museum of Art. Tickets are $20 for the general public. For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 443-MIDD (6433) or go to middlebury.edu/arts.

The Mahaney Center is located at 72 Porter Field Road, just off Route 30 south/S. Main Street. Free parking is available curbside on Route 30 or in the Center for the Arts parking lot.

AMERICAN RADICAL Middlebury Actors Workshop is proud to present Kate Redway’s new play, “American Radical” at Town Hall Theater at 7:30 p.m. on Friday.

Repeat performances will be at 7:30

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Saturday at the Ripton Community House in Ripton.

When Maria Quiles (vocals and guitar) and Rory Cloud (vocals and guitar) met in 2011, they were an instant musical fit. They played together nearly every day, and recorded their first album five months after they first met. They began touring almost immediately — often for months at a time.

Several years of touring and spending nearly every day together allowed the duo to develop a unique sound — one that is characterized by soulful melodies, close harmonies and interweaving guitar lines that owe as much to Jazz and Classical music as to Folk and Bluegrass.

The addition of Oscar Westesson (upright bass) in 2013 pushed them even further as songwriters, resulting in darker, more complex, and more dissonant arrangements.

As always, the concert begins at 7:30 p.m. with an open mike set, followed by the featured performers.

Open mike performers are encouraged to call in advance and reserve one of the four open-mike slots.

Admission to the coffeehouse is $3 kids (12 and under), $10 general admission and $15 generous admission.

The economically challenged may pay what they can afford. Refreshments will benefit The Friends of the Ripton Library.

The coffeehouse is held on the first Saturday of each month, except August. For more information, contact Richard Ruane or Andrea Chesman at 388-9782.

2017 CARNEVALE AT VOH The 2017 Carnevale Vergennes

“Kannapolis: A Moving Portrait” with Jenny Scheinman at Middlebury College will take place on Saturday from 7 to 11 p.m. in the Vergennes Opera House. This year’s Carnevale Vergennes theme is Il Circo della Vita, (The Circus of Life). The performers, creative attire, music, decor and food will be influenced by

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Entertainment is being pulled together by Charlotte resident Woody Keppel again this year. He is known internationally as part of the performance duo “Waldo and (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

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Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) Woodhead,” but closer to home he produces the “Festival of Fools” in Burlington each summer. Keppel is going to be joined by his band, The Hokum Brothers, to get people dancing, as well as a few of his acrobat/circus friends and other musicians to add surprise and fun all night long.

And, like any good carnival or circus, there will be games for folks to play with fun prizes to win as well as a chance at some of the larger grand prizes that will be announced mid-evening.

The cash bar will be tended by the expert mixologists from Bar Antidote and the food will be provided collaboratively by multiple restaurants from Vergennes: Park Squeeze, Bar Antidote, Black Sheep Bistro and 3 Squares Cafe.

Tickets are $50, available online at vergennesoperahouse.org or in town at Linda’s Apparel, Malabar, Classic Stitching and Everywear for Everybody. For more information,

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CRADLE SWITCH Cradle Switch performs new songs to be released on the group’s first album, plus fan favorites, at Brandon Music on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

Cradle Switch is a five-piece acoustic Americana group, based in Cambridge, N.Y. Tunes include originals and a range of songs drawing from Bluegrass, Country, Folk and a little Blues. With ballads as well as up-tempo rhythms, the group’s lyrics can be on the darker side, but some sweet love songs are in there too. They also cover contemporary songs by writers like Lindi Ortega, Steel Drivers and HoneyHoney.

Singer-songwriters Ferrilyn Sourdiffe and Dave Lawlor swap out guitars for banjo and mandolin, while Kate Ritter brings it on the fiddle, along with some angelic vocal harmonies to add to Sourdiffe and Lawlor’s robust vocals. Singer(See Beat, Page 13)

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Beat (Continued from Page 11) songwriter David Cuite adds some bounce on the upright bass as well as lead and harmony vocals and David Norman throws in some percussion.

Concert tickets are $20. A preconcert dinner is available for $25. Reservations are required for dinner and recommended for the show. Venue is BYOB. Call 247-4295 or email info@brandonmusic.net for reservations or for more information. Brandon Music is located at 62 Country Club Road in Brandon.

INTERNATIONAL FILM The 2016-2017 Hirschfield International Film Series continues on Saturday at Middlebury College with the 2015 French film, “Summertime,” directed by Catherine Corsini.

In 1971 France, Delphine, the daughter of farmers, moves to Paris to break free from her rural lifestyle and to gain financial independence.

There, she meets Carole, a Parisian actively involved in the stirrings of the feminist movement who also has a boyfriend. The two women engage in an affair that turns their lives upside down.

The film, in French with English subtitles, will be shown at 3 and again at 8 p.m. in Dana Auditorium on College Street (Route 125). It’s free. Some of the films in this series may be inappropriate for children.

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More input in civic affairs sought for city youths

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — A Vergennes resident has asked city council members if they would consider ways to better involve the city’s young adults and students in civic affairs, and council members at their Feb. 14 meeting took seriously the suggestion.

Erin Roche — also the wife of Alderman Mark Koenig — said she had one short-term suggestion and also hoped the council would work to find longer-term solutions about how to create opportunities for younger citizens “to become more engaged in the political process and the work of the community.”

Roche’s immediate request was

that council members set aside time before the March 6 annual city meeting to sit down with their area student council counterparts for an informal meeting. There, she said, students could ask questions and learn more about running the city.

That meeting could also boost attendance at Vergennes’ formal annual gathering, she said.

“They might be inclined to stay, and their families might be more inclined to stay, for town meeting,” Roche said.

Mayor Bill Benton said there is already an informal dessert-and-beverages gathering in the Vergennes Opera House before the 7:30 p.m.

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LAURAINE WARFIELD, RIGHT, shares her home just outside Vergennes with Alex Traxler. Warfield gains the companionship and piece of mind of having a housemate, and Traxler gains the wisdom of an experienced housemate, as well as reasonable housing.

HomeShare helps local senior VERGENNES — Sharing their home was something Lauraine Warfield and her husband, George, always loved to do. They often housed graduate students during his career as a professor.

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helped Lauraine as she grieved. Her homesharer brought companionship and made cream custard when that was all Lauraine wanted to eat. Her family felt peace of mind having someone there at night, but they worried when the homesharer decided to move out of state.

But then they met Alex Traxler.

Alex, 22, came to Vermont for college and had recently graduated with a degree in neuroscience. Her experience as a hospice volunteer, as well as her respect for elders, brought her to HomeShare Vermont. She liked the idea of home sharing to help her (See Home, Page 15)

VUHS cabaret rescheduled for March 1 in gym VERGENNES — The Vergennes Union High School Music Department’s annual Black and White Cabaret that was scheduled for Feb. 13 was snowed out.

The new date for the cabaret is this Wednesday, March 1, at 6:30 p.m. in the VUHS Middle School Gym. There will be tasty desserts and hot beverages for the audience to enjoy while hearing music from the Commodore Jazz Ensemble, Commodore Singers and various small vocal and instrumental ensembles.

Admission is by donation, with proceeds to benefit the VUHS High School Band and Chorus performance trip to Philadelphia in April.

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Spotlight on Vergennes Home

Council

(Continued from Page 14) get to know the local area and people. Her love for rock-climbing, hiking, and everything outdoors made Lauraine’s home just outside Vergennes a perfect fit.

On the day HomeShare staff visited, Alex practiced her harp while Lauraine enjoyed a home cooked meal. Alex writes notes, decorated with elaborate, colorful drawings, to remind Lauraine of the day’s activities.

“I get such a kick out of these!”

Lauraine says.

The attention Alex gives to those notes provides just a little glimpse of the consideration and care she brings to their relationship.

Lauraine brings just as much joy to Alex’s life, she says.

“She and her family are so wonderful,” Alex says. “They’ve taught me the importance of relationships in leading a full, happy life.”

She’s learning the value of the little things in life by seeing the joy Lauraine gets from her evening can of Dr. Pepper and watching the birds at the feeders.

“Seventy years ago, dance brought

(Continued from Page 14) city meeting, and while he was not sure if time could be carved out for a separate sit-down, “It would be great to have them there if they were interested. We could be milling around and answering questions.”

Roche agreed to reach out to schools and gauge interest.

“I’m happy to look into it,” she said.

Concrete ideas on how to change the format of annual meetings to make them more youth-friendly were not uncovered at that Tuesday’s council meeting, but council members and Roche agreed they would brainstorm.

“Anything to engage them would be awesome,” Benton said.

City Manager Mel Hawley said schools and youth groups should know that he, City Clerk Joan Devine and even sewer treatment plant Chief Operator Rick Chaput have always been happy to offer tours and meet with youths to explain the city’s workings.

“We’re always busy, but we’ll always make time for kids,” Hawley said.

ALEX TRAXLER PLAYS her harp at her homeshare in the Vergennes area. The 22-year-old shares her love of music with her homeshare partner, 91-year-old Lauraine Warfield.

me together with George,” Lauraine recalls about the man she would later marry.

Seven decades later, music and dance continue to bring her joy. Lauraine and Alex discovered that they

met once before at a Celtic dance prior to homesharing, and this past summer they attended an Addison County street dance together. Lauraine, now 91, continues to dance, most recently to Frank Sinatra in the

living room, with Alex.

Editor’s note: This story was provided by Janice Szabo of HomeShare Vermont, which is based in South Burlington.

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HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Boys’ Hockey 2/22 MUHS vs. Rice.................................6-4 2/25 MUHS vs. U-32.................................3-2 Girls’ Hockey 2/22 MUHS vs. Essex...............................3-1 2/25 MUHS vs. St. Albans........................3-1 Boys’ Basketball 2/22 Fair Haven vs. Mt. Abe.................66-51 2/24 Milton vs. Mt. Abe.........................67-59 2/24 MUHS vs. VUHS..........................73-70 2/24 Burr & Burton vs. OV....................54-45 Girls’ Basketball 2/22 Mt. Mansfield vs. MUHS...............54-45 2/23 Colchester vs. Mt. Abe..................56-46 2/23 VUHS vs. Missisquoi....................46-43 2/24 OV at Windsor..............................47-33 2/25 Mt. Anthony vs. OV.......................61-42 COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Hockey NESCAC Playoffs 2/25 #1 Midd. vs. #8 Wesleyan ...............4-1 Men’s Basketball NESCAC Final Four at Tufts 2/25 #2 Midd. vs. #5 Trinity...................76-60 2/25 #6 Williams vs. #1 Tufts............... 81-65 2/26 #2 Midd. vs. #6 Williams...............84-62

Schedule HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Boys’ Hockey 2/27............................... Playoff Pairings Set Girls’ Hockey 2/27............................... Playoff Pairings Set Boys’ Basketball 2/27............................... Playoff Pairings Set Girls’ Basketball 2/27 Colchester at VUHS....................7 p.m.

2/27 MUHS at Mt. Abe.........................7 p.m.

2/28 Hartford at OV.............................7 p.m.

3/2 VUHS at Mt. Abe...........................7 p.m.

3/2 North Country at MUHS.................7 p.m.

3/3 OV at Mill River..............................7 p.m.

3/6 ................................ Playoff Pairings Set Nordic 2/27..............State Skate Meet at Craftsbury COLLEGE SPORTS Women’s Hockey NESCAC Final Four at Midd.

3/4 #6 Bowdoin vs. #1 Midd................1 p.m.

3/4 #5 Amherst vs. #2 Conn................4 p.m.

3/5 Final ..............................................2 p.m.

Men’s Basketball 2/27.................... NCAA Division III Field Set Late events occurred after deadline. Spectators are advised to consult school websites for the latest schedule updates.

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TIGER JUNIOR HELEN Anderson screens Essex defender Kaitlyn Butkus and goalie Linsay Hallowell to help set up Middlebury’s first goal last Wednesday night. Anderson later scored a goal of her own in the 3-1 Tiger win.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Girls’ hockey nails down second seed

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Union High School girls’ team defeated two of its three main rivals for the Division I title last week as the regular season ended to finish at 15-4-1 and earn the No. 2 seed.

On Wednesday the Tigers knocked off first-place Essex, 3-1, and on Saturday the Tigers went to St. Albans and halted fourth-place BFA-St. Albans’ eight-game winning streak, also by 3-1.

The Tigers will host a quarterfinal this weekend. Their opponent will be the winner of a playdown game, probably between No. 7 Burlington-Colchester and No. 10 Burr & Burton.

The Vermont Principals’ Association was set to release official playoff pairings on Monday morning.

On this past Wednesday the Tigers outplayed first-place Essex (14-3-2).

The Tigers jumped on top 2:18 into the game on a Tully Hescock goal.

Andi Boe controlled in the right corner and fed Hescock cutting into the high slot, and she rifled home a 15-footer.

Essex forechecked effectively and created good chances in the first pe-

riod, but Tiger goalie Katie Billings (12 saves) made several tough stops to preserve the lead.

The Tigers dominated the second period, outshooting the Hornets, 7-2, and getting a Boe goal 2:46 in to make it 2-0. Defender Abby Gleason sent the puck to Boe, and she beat a defender into the zone and snapped a shot from the left circle past Hornet goalie Lindsay Hollowell (18 saves).

Hornet Olivia Miller-Johnson cashed in a rare Tiger miscue 4:29 into the third, picking up a failed clear at the blue line and scoring on a similar shot to Boe’s.

But the Tigers answered 13 seconds later. Hescock and Boe won a battle for the puck behind the net.

Boe pushed it out to Helen Anderson out front, and she spun and slid a forehand inside the left post. The Tiger penalty kill, strong all night, fended off a late power play to preserve the win.

On Saturday, the Tigers connected for two power-play goals and killed nine penalties at BFA (13-7). Monroe Cromis scored the game’s first goal on a wraparound 41 seconds in (See Girls’ Hockey, Page 18)

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School freshman Alexis Bartlett skates after a loose puck during last Wednesday’s game against Essex.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Addison Independent, Monday, February 27, 2017 — PAGE 17

Sports BRIEFS Eagles lose to Slaters; OV falls short on road

Champions!

MOUNT ABE SOPHOMORE Roman Mayer, seen here during his successful semifinal match vs. Noah Bonning of Essex, was one of three local wrestlers who won state titles at this weekend’s Vermont high school championship wrestling meet at Vergennes Union High School.

Mayer claimed the 120-pound title, Brandon Cousino of the host Commodores prevailed at 182, and Otter Valley’s Tyson Cram earned the 145-pound crown. Middlebury’s Dustin Davio finished second at 138, while Mount Abraham earned the best team finish among the local schools by taking fifth. The Independent will publish full results and more pictures in the March 2 edition.

Independent photo/Andy Kirkaldy

Tiger boys win battle with commodores

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — On Friday Middlebury Union High School saw two boys’ basketball teams, the host Tigers and visiting Vergennes, with a combined seven wins battled hard to finish their regular seasons on a high note.

And battle they did. Both rallied from deficits, and the fourth quarter saw five lead changes and six ties before the Tigers eked out a 73-70 win to finish at 5-15.

Senior forward Trey Kaufmann, who scored 10 of his 24 points in the fourth quarter and helped MUHS outrebound VUHS in the second half by 21-14, said the 3-17 Commodores made the Tigers earn the win.

“We were down early. They were down late, and they were always in it,” Kaufmann said. “Credit to both teams. We all played really well.”

VUHS took a 21-14 lead after one period. Ball movement sparked VUHS — five Commodores scored in the quarter, including senior Dylan Bradford, who tossed in 10 of his game-high 26 points in the period. A 28-foot three-pointer at the buzzer by junior guard Andre

Trudeau helped the Tigers stay in boxing out, and part of it was we range. didn’t play good D.” Two Bradford hoops to open the The Tigers opened the second half second pushed the VUHS lead to 15. on an 18-4 run to take a 45-38 lead.

MUHS answered with an 11-4 run, Junior guard J.D. Goettelmann (17 with four points from Kaufmann and of his 20 in the second half) scored five from junior Cody Pomainville eight in the surge. But VUHS coun(13 total), and it was 29-22. VUHS tered with an 8-2 run — when Gill led after seven at the half (34-27) as went coast to coast at the buzzer it senior leading scorer Adam Gill (20 was 47-46, MUHS, after three. points) heated up, Quinn praised but the big lead was VUHS for hanggone. ing tough: “We did MUHS Coach “To get this win play with heart. We Kyle Lussier said made some tough the Tigers began to shows how much shots.” move the ball bet- we’ve improved, and In the fourth for ter after playing too VUHS, Gill, Bradour tenacity as a much one-on-one ford and junior forteam.” early on. ward Lance Berg— Trey Kaufmann mans (eight points) “Once we can start reining ourall made shots or selves back within free throws that eiour offensive structher tied the score ture, we seem to be putting points on or gave the Commodores the lead. the board,” Lussier said.

At 2:20 a Bradford jumper forged VUHS Coach Peter Quinn said the final tie at 63-63. his team could have done more to For MUHS, juniors Bastiaan Phair slow MUHS. and Skyeler Devlin, Kaufmann, “We gave up 48 points in the sec- Pomainville and Goettelmann all ond half. That to me is the story of scored key points. Kaufmann’s the game,” he said. “Part of it was three-point play inside at 2:01 broke

the final tie, and after two Gill free throws Kaufman sank a free throw to make it 67-65 at 1:31. A Goettelmann three and then a Kaufmann move in the post pushed the Tiger lead to 72-65 at 0:53.

VUHS stayed alive when Goettelmann missed four straight free throws while VUHS junior Casey Kimball (10 points) nailed a three and Bradford sank two free throws.

But Goettelmann stole the ball back after his second trip to the line, after which Kauffman hit a free throw at 0:13 to make it 73-70. Devlin then rebounded a VUHS missed three to clinch the win.

VUHS will be the No. 16 seed in Division II and play No. 1 Mill River. VUHS almost upset MRU this season.

The Tigers, who were playing without injured starter Pierson Beatty, will be No. 16 in D-I and face No. 1 Champlain Valley. Regardless of that result, they will remember going 5-5 in their final 10 games and enjoying the last night in their home gym.

“To get this win shows how much we’ve improved, and our tenacity as a team,” Kaufmann said.

By ANDY KIRKALDY ADDISON COUNTY — In area high school boys’ basketball late last week as the regular season concluded, Mount Abraham dropped a pair of games, one to Fair Haven, while Otter Valley lost on the road to finish at .500.

The Vermont Principals’ Association was set to release official playoff pairings on Monday morning.

EAGLES-SLATERS On Wednesday, visiting Fair Haven improved to 13-6 with a 66-51 win at Mount Abe. The Slaters, who got 17 points from Dylan Ellis and 16 from Darren Brown, are locked into the No. 6 seed in Division II and will host either Montpelier or Hartford in the first round.

Coleman Russell (19) and Chris Wood (10) topped the Eagles in scoring.

EAGLES On Friday, host Milton held off the Eagles, 67-59, although Russell (20 points), Jack Willis (13) and Dustin Whitcomb (11) reached double figures for Mount Abe. The 5-15 Eagles will apparently earn the No. 15 seed in D-II and will visit undefeated No. 2 Enosburg in the first round.

OTTERS On Friday, host D-I Burr & Burton bested OV, 54-45, despite 21 points from Payson Williams and 14 from Dylan Mackie.

Despite the setback, the 10-10 Otters apparently earned the No. 8 seed in D-II and will host No. 9 Milton (9-11) in the first round.

Girls’ hoop: VUHS only winning team ADDISON COUNTY — Only Vergennes won as all four local high school girls’ basketball teams hit the road late last week. Teams finish the regular season this week, and the Vermont Principals’ Association will announce playoff pairings next Monday.

COMMODORES The Commodores staved off winless Missisquoi, 46-43, on Thursday.

Isabel Paquette scored 19 to help the T-Birds rally before VUHS (8-10) held on. Ciara McClay (12 points) and Morgan Lynk (11) paced VUHS, which will host Colchester on Monday and visit Mount Abe on Thursday.

EAGLES On Thursday, host D-I Colchester defeated Mount Abe, 56-46, as Laker Gabby Gosselin scored 28.

Emma Carter scored 20 as the Eagles dropped to 11-7 and into sixth (See Girls’ Basketball, Page 18)

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Tiger boys’ hockey team Girls’ Hockey hits postseason with wins

By ANDY KIRKALDY MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Union High School boys’ hockey last week finished strong in its first winter back in Division I, winning twice to finish at 11-7-2.

That record is the best among the four D-II teams that moved up to D-I this past offseason and will apparently earn the Tigers the No. 6 seed.

The Vermont Principals’ Association was set to release playoff pairings on Monday morning.

It looks like MUHS will host No. 10 Rutland (6-14) in a firstround game on either Tuesday or Wednesday. MUHS defeated the Raiders, 5-2, at home this winter. If the Tigers advance, they will travel to meet either Essex or Champlain Valley on Friday or Saturday.

In a 6-4 victory this past Wednesday, the Tigers scored five straight TIGER SENIOR ERIK Sherman and goalie Doug DeLorenzo hold their goals after visiting Rice took an ground in front of the goal during last Wednesday’s win over Rice. early lead.

Photo by Michael Angelo Giorgio Rice (5-14-1) scored twice in the first 11:07, but Andrew GleaRice’s Dominic Derderian defending D-II champion U-32, son answered at 12:20 and 13:22 to scored his second goal to cut the 3-2. The 11-8-1 Raiders could make it 2-2 after one period. Kolby lead to 5-3 in the third, but Peluso, have leapfrogged the Tigers in the Farnsworth, Tyler Giorgio, Ziven from Hodde, answered 48 seconds standings with a win.

Brett Viens, Giorgio and Peluso McCarty and Jake Peluso assisted later. Rice added a score in the final minute. MUHS goalie Doug scored the Tiger goals, all in the the scores.

The Tigers added three unan- DeLorenzo made 22 saves, while second period, while DeLorenzo swered goals in the second period: Cole Layman stopped 16 shots for made 22 saves.

Conor Barrett and Brady Hill Henry Hodde from Gleason, Dev- Rice.

On Saturday, the Tigers nailed scored for U-32, and goalie Roy on Kearns from Farnsworth, and down the No. 6 seed by edging Hynes stopped 19 shots.

Kearns from Brian Kiernan.

MCTV SCHEDULE Channels 15 & 16 MCTV Channel 15 Tuesday, February 28 8 a.m. Islam in America: A Discussion in Middlebury (2/19/17) 9:30 a.m. Las Promesas De Dios 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 4 p.m. Congregational Church Service 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 7 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 8:30 p.m. Islam in America 11 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board Wednesday, March 1 5 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 6:20 a.m. Public Affairs 7:30 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 2 p.m. Islam In America 3:30 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 5 p.m. Lifelines 5:30 p.m. Las Promesas De Dios 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Selectboard 9 p.m. Legislative Breakfast, Public Affairs Thursday, March 2 5 a.m. Development Review Board 8 a.m. Congregational Church Service 9:30 a.m. Lifelines 10 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 12 p.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 5:30 p.m. Eckankar 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Development Review Board 8 p.m. Islam In America 9:30 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board Friday, March 3 5 a.m. Green Mountain Care Board 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 3:30 p.m. Las Promesas De Dios 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 5:30 p.m. Eckankar

6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Legislative Breakfast, Public Affairs 10 p.m. Lifelines 10:30 p.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace Saturday, March 4 5 a.m. Development Review Board, VMX 9:30 a.m. Eckankar 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 2:30 p.m. Legislative Breakfast 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 5:30 p.m. Las Promesas De Dios 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Selectboard 9 p.m. Islam In America 10:30 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board, Public Affairs Sunday, March 5 7 a.m. Las Promesas De Dios 7:30 a.m. Legislative Breakfast 9 a.m. Catholic Mass 9:30 a.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace 11 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 12:30 p.m. Development Review Board 2:30 p.m. Islam In America 4 p.m. Congregational Church Service 7 p.m. Catholic Mass 8:30 p.m. Eckankar 9 p.m. Selectboard Monday, March 6 5 a.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace 6 a.m. Green Care Board, Public Affairs 10 a.m. Selectboard, Public Affairs 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 7 p.m. Town Meeting MCTV Channel 16 Tuesday, February 28 Midnight State Board of Education 5 a.m. PAHCC Board 9:59 a.m. The Story Matters

(Continued from Page 16) the second period, with Bartlett assisting.

The Comets knotted the score three minutes later after a Tiger blueline miscue. Emma Hill converted after Lizzie Hill poked the puck past a fallen defender. The Tigers killed almost four minutes of a BFA fiveon-three power play later in the period, with Billings (21 saves) making

key stops.

The Tigers struck 42 seconds into the third period on a five-on-three power play. BFA goalie Maddie Hungerford (21 saves) stopped Hescock’s shot, but Kate Donahue netted the rebound. At 13:09 Bartlett created the 3-1 final by banging home the rebound of a Cromis shot from a scramble, also on a power play.

Girls’ Basketball (Continued from Page 17) place in Division II. Only 2.5 points separate fourth from seventh in D-II — Mount Abe could move up with home wins over MUHS on Monday and VUHS on Thursday.

OTTERS On Friday host Windsor (15-3) defeated OV, 47-33. Courtney Bushey led a balanced OV attack with seven points. The Otters lost at D-I Mount Anthony on Saturday, 61-42; details on that game were unavailable.

OV (6-12) will host Hartford on Tuesday and visit Mill River on Friday.

TIGERS On Wednesday, host Mount Mansfield (7-11) topped the Middlebury, 54-45, hurting the Tigers’ hopes to host a D-I playoff game. MUHS (11-7) fell to 11th with games left at Mount Abe on Monday and at North Country on Thursday. MUHS got 22 points from Keagan Dunbar and 10 from Payton Buxton.

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10:31 a.m. Chronique Francophone 11:04 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 11:30 a.m. Yoga Sequence (9/2013) 12 p.m. OCAS Cabin Fever Lecture Series 1 p.m. ACSD Board 2/6/17 2:16 p.m. UD#3 Board 2/6/17 2:46 p.m. ID#4 (54:33) 3:45 p.m. Islam In America Wednesday, March 1 7:10 a.m. Yoga Sequence 7:30 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness and Wellness 8 a.m. The Story Matters 8:35 a.m. STEAM 8:45 a.m. ACSD Board (about 1:15) 10:01 a.m. ID#4 (54:33) 11 a.m. UD#3 (29:48) 12 p.m. Chronique Francophone 12:30 p.m. State Board of Education 4 p.m. Otter Creek Audubon Society 5:30 p.m. Chronique Francophone 6 p.m. The Story Matters 7 p.m. School Board Meetings Thursday, March 2 5 a.m. Otter Creek Audubon Society 6:40 a.m. Yoga - Mindfulness & Wellness 7 a.m. Chronique Francophone 7:30 a.m. Yoga Sequence 8 a.m. The Story Matters 12 p.m. School Board Meetings 4 p.m. Middlebury Five-0 4:30 p.m. Otter Creek Audubon 6 p.m. First Wednesday 8 p.m. PAHCC Board, ACSD Boards Friday, March 3 5:30 a.m. The Story Matters 6:02 a.m. Yoga Sequence 6:30 a.m. Yoga - Mindfulness & Wellness 8 a.m. Chronique Francophone 10 a.m. PAHCC Board 1 p.m. STEAM

1:15 p.m. ACSD and other School Boards 5:30 p.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 5:50 p.m. STEAM 6 p.m. Otter Creek Audubon 8 p.m. Chronique Francophone 9 p.m. State Board of Education Saturday, March 4 5:58 a.m. The Story Matters 6:30 a.m. Yoga Sequence (2013) 7 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 7:30 a.m. STEAM 7:45 a.m. ACSD and other School Boards 12 p.m. Project Independence 12:30 p.m. PAHCC Board 6 p.m. Chronique Francophone 6:30 p.m. Otter Creek Audubon 8 p.m. Middlebury Five-0 Sunday, March 5 6:50 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 7:07 a.m. Yoga Sequence 7:30 a.m. Chronique Francophone 8 a.m. Middlebury Five-0 10:30 a.m. STEAM 10:45 a.m. ACSD and other School Boards 4:58 p.m. The Story Matters 5:32 p.m. Chronique Francophone 6 p.m. Otter Creek Audubon Monday, March 6 5:30 a.m. STEAM, Tiger TV 6 a.m. Middlebury Five-0 6:30 a.m. PAHCC Board 9 a.m. Chronique Francophone 9:30 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 9:58 a.m. The Story Matters 10:31 a.m. Tiger TV 1:30 p.m. The Story Matters 2:01 p.m. ACSD and other School Boards 6 p.m. The Story Matters 7 p.m. Tiger TV, Steam 7:30 p.m. State Board of Education

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Standing together makes us stronger “To Mom, Dad, my family, and all three years for asylum to be granted. the people at Eben Ezer for showing It took eight years to become a U.S. me that if we stay together, look citizen. The immigration proceedings after each other and work together were grueling. Since 2006, Vermont for a better world, is her home. we can thrive.” So Kibuey is the says Paul Born in the associate director of dedication to his latest CVOEO’s Chittenden book “Deepening Community Action.

Community: Finding With a Master’s degree Joy Together in and international Chaotic Times.” Born aid experience she is the cofounder and started with CVOEO President of Tamarack. in direct services: He is a global leader, the front line. She self-described as a quickly exhibited the “community activist, wisdom and passion writer and teacher.” of a leader in our Bridging gaps, “Rather than acting out work. Kibuey brought building futures added strength and a of fear, we are finding purpose, belonging, lived experience so

By Jan Demers security and fulfillment important to those we Executive Director through enjoying one serve and to our staff Champlain Valley Office another, taking care at CVOEO. of Economic Opportunity of one another and “We have been working together to subjected for the make our families, neighborhoods, last year and a half to systematic communities and the world great negative attacks to our core values places to live in for all.” Born takes and we can see and feel their impact philosophy and makes it reality. in our day to day lives. We easily Sandrine Kibuey came to the forget where we come from, what United States with her bachelor’s we have suffered and give in to fear degree in International Relations. She and anger. It is just irresponsible, came to earn her master’s degree. Due as the most powerful country of the to the political unrest in her country world, to just turn the blind eye. We she applied for asylum status. It took must lead by example.”

It is captivating to think about getting to know your neighbors. The blogs and security companies will quickly admit that locks and dogs are a help to keep you secure. They will also say that getting to know your neighbors is a strategy that will bring more benefits than just a safe community.

In 2013, CVOEO served 684 new Americans. The next year that number was 1,250, speaking 31 different languages. In 2016, that number grew to 1,603. Our neighbors are changing us. To understand each other we need interpreters. To reach out we need translation of our materials.

“I am now in a position to give back,” said Kibuey. “Helping newcomers navigate very complex and frustrating systems, providing them with skills, knowledge, guidance and support is what is needed. Needing to keep up to date with the rules, policy changes, participating in learning opportunities, staying active in the community and improving/ maintaining my knowledge and skills to stay effective. I am part of something special.” Kibuey is dedicated to making neighbors and in the process keeping us all safe.

A man once asked: “Who is my neighbor?” Kibuey is mine.

Conference to be held for town officers BURLINGTON — The annual Town Officers Educational Conferences, designed to keep municipal officials and citizen volunteers current on laws, procedures and issues that affect their roles in town government, will be offered at two Vermont locations in April.

University of Vermont (UVM) Extension and participating agencies will host conferences on April 4 at Lake Morey Resort in Fairlee and April 11 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier. These will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. with onsite registration beginning at 8 a.m.

Registration is $65 until March 27, $70 after that date, and covers breakfast, lunch, snacks and choice of four workshops. To register go to www. uvm.edu/extension/toec. To request a disability-related accommodation, contact Briset Flores at (802) 6518343, ext. 511, or (800) 571-0668 (toll-free in Vermont) by March 7.

A limited number of partial scholarships are available. Contact Pam Lowell at (802) 773-3349, ext.

272, or pamela.lowell@uvm.edu for more information.

Paul Costello, Vermont Council on Rural Development, will present the keynote talk, “Building Unity, Direction and Priorities through Community Engagement.” A plenary session will focus on engaging communities in a changing demographic landscape with presenters Susan Clark, Slow Democracy and Vermont Institute for Government; Ellen Rowe, UVM Extension; and Leanne Tingay, Orton Family Foundation.

Throughout the day participants will have a choice of concurrent workshops

on a range of topics including downtown and village revitalization, economic benefits of bicycle-friendly communities, homestead and property tax issues, mobilizing elder citizens, municipal recordkeeping, community mapping with drones and introduction

to myVTax. Other sessions will focus on effective and efficient meeting management, handling requests for public information and civil communications in difficult situations, among other topics of interest to town officials.

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PETS IN NEED HOMEWARD BOUND

Addison County’s Humane Society King 7 years, Boxer mix, neutered male.

This southern gentleman is a sweet, happy, exuberant pup who enjoys playing ball. He is the perfect mix of laid back yet energetic; calm inside but up for long walks and hikes and rousing games of ball outside. King would like a home without cats, and would like to get to know any dogs in the home prior to being adopted as he is choosey with K9 friends. This sweet pup will make some lucky person a wonderful companion!

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Meet Bowzer!

Argus 4 years, Pitbull mix, neutered male.

Argus is a sweet, snuggly pup who enjoys playing ball. He isn’t a huge fan of cold weather, preferring to keep his walks short and then scurry back in for snuggles and play! Argus is okay with cats if provided with proper introduction, but can be selective with other dogs; multiple meet & greets will be necessary to be sure he and other dogs in the home get along prior to adopting. This handsome fellow will make a wonderful mellow K9 companion!

Precious 10 years, DSH Tortie, spayed female. Precious is an attention-loving older cat who came to Homeward Bound when her guardian passed away. She would love a home where she can sit on a lap and snooze the day away. Precious gets along well with the other cats in her community room, but we don’t know if she has any experience with dogs. If you are age 55+ you can adopt Precious with a donation in lieu of her adoption fee through our Senior-to-Senior program!

Kiana 7 months, DSH black, spayed female. Kiana is very friendly, independent but yet affectionate. She is a curious kitty who loves to explore! Kiana gets along with other cats as well as dogs according to her former foster mom, and may enjoy a home where she has other furry friends to play with. Kiana adores children, and would make a wonderful addition for most any family! Kiana was recently transported to VT with several other cats to find homes in the lovely Green Mountains!

Bowzer, our lovable beagle, was born in Lincoln and is a true mountain dog. He can follow his nose through the woods for miles – sniffing & snorting, relishing all the intriguing smells that he finds so enchanting. But he also has a very busy work schedule. His day job as Emeraldrose’s official store greeter is demanding and he takes this gig seriously.

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Duke 6 years, DSH Tiger, neutered male.

Duke is an affectionate cat who just loves to have his chin and cheeks scratched!

He is slow to warm up and startles easily, but life as a stray can do that to a fellow.

He is looking for a quite home with people who will have patience with him as he adjusts to his new environment- they will be greatly rewarded with lots of snuggles!

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Some people are allergic to pet dander According to the American Lung Association, pet dander is composed of tiny flecks of skin shed by cats, dogs, rodents, birds and other animals with fur or feathers. While pet dander is so small it’s sometimes microscopic, it can still cause reactions in people who are allergic to pet dander. But skin is not the only potential allergen associated with pets.

Pets may cause allergic reactions in some people thanks to various proteins found in the saliva, urine and feces from cats, dogs and other pets. Dried saliva containing allergens

may flake off from animal fur and enter the air, where it can be inhaled by people and trigger an allergic reaction. That might be one reason why, according to the ALA, nearly twice as

many people report allergies to cats compared to dogs. Cats often clean themselves by licking their own fur.

Any dried saliva left on cats after these cleaning sessions may contain allergens that eventually flake off of that fur before entering the air and being inhaled by people who are allergic. While it might seem odd that a tiny cat can trigger a reaction that causes such significant discomfort, the amount of allergens necessary to trigger allergic reactions varies greatly from individual to individual, with some being capable of handling small amounts and others experiencing reactions almost instantly upon inhalation.

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Tip of the Week Today’s topic is caring for your senior cat or dog. It’s inevitable. Our pets get older and with age comes change. As you want your pet to be healthy, happy and comfortable for as long as possible, we recommend paying special attention to the following: Increase routine vet visits to twice a year. Since older pets, like older humans, are more likely to suffer from hidden medical problems, it’s a good idea to schedule more frequent checkups with the vet. Specials blood tests, dental care and other exams may identify problems that, if caught early, are more likely to be cured or managed successfully. Though more frequent vet visits and additional tests mean additional costs to you in the short run, they may represent a savings in the long run if serious medical conditions involving expensive treatment are avoided.

Remember parasite control.

Prevention is worth a pound of cure, as the old adage goes. Since your pet’s immune system weakens as he ages, it is important to be sure that he has all appropriate vaccines, preventive measures and/ or treatments for fleas, ticks, worms,

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If you’d like to include your pet as “Pet of the Week” simply include your pet’s name, gender, approximate age (if you know it), along with comments about the pet’s favorite activities, your favorite activity with the pet, what the pet enjoys eating, and any particular stories or incidents you might like to share concerning your pet.

Send the photo and story to the Addison Independent, Pet Page, 58 Maple St., Middlebury, Vt., 05753, or email a high-resolution jpeg to news@ addisonindependent.com.

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Notice your pet’s eating habits.

If your dog or cat is having trouble chewing hard kibble, he may need dental care and/or a change to a softer food. If his bathroom habits change, he may be having digestion problems and benefit from a special senior pet formula.

Monitor physical activity more closely. Regular exercise is important for your pet’s health and for weight control but an older pet may have trouble maintaining the same level of activity that he once did.

Back off the long dog walks to give aging joints a rest. You want your dog to remain comfortable and interested in daily walks, however long or short they may be.

Grooming. Believe it or not, grooming is a health issue for pets, and for senior pets in particular.

Older pets are susceptible to parasite-borne diseases, ear and eye infections, skin and other cancers and tooth and gum disease. Regular grooming allows you to catch potential problems such as tumors, sores, cuts, parasites, hair loss, tooth decay, cracked foot pads and nails and to get care for these problems before they become serious.

Behavioral changes. It is important to notice changes in your pet’s behavior as he ages. Sudden changes, in particular, may be a sign of a medical problem. Is he less interested in food, listless, shorttempered? Be sure to see your vet to rule out any medical reason for these changes.

Make adjustments for age. As your pet ages, you may need to make adjustments for his comfort such as putting food, water, litter and sleeping areas on the first floor so that he does not need to climb stairs. Remember pets may also become more sensitive to changes in temperature and be less tolerant of extreme heat or cold as they age.

Be sure that they have a warm place to come to when the temperature drops and a cool place out of the sun when the weather is hot. And if your pet suffers from disabilities, such as hearing or seeing deficits, be sure to have him examined and learn how to accommodate these changes.

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Best of Luck in the future to all Addison County Students!

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Students of the Week from area High Schools Middlebury Union High School

Vergennes Union High School

We’re fortunate to have Lily Smith, the daughter of Beth and Dennis Smith of Middlebury, as a member of the senior class at Middlebury Union High School. As Lily looks ahead to graduation in June, she says that the past three and a half years have been filled with challenging academics, caring teachers and coaches, and lots of good friends. Her senior year has been busy with sports and classes, including one in Statistics at the Community College of Vermont. In addition she is taking World History, Anthropology, Art, Spanish and Design.

Lily has taken four years of Spanish and has appreciated Ms. Causton’s positive attitude in the classroom. Lily believes that Ms. Causton’s encouragement and teaching style has promoted her love of Spanish. An outgrowth of her interest in world languages led Lily to pursue a service trip to Costa Rica last summer. While there she stayed with a family, worked with animals, focused on speaking Spanish and enjoyed the cultural immersion. Lily spends her summers working at Green Peppers, a local favorite restaurant in Middlebury.

Lily Smith During the school year, Lily is a three-season Tiger athlete.

MUHS She’s the left wing for the field hockey team, plays guard in basketball and is the shortstop in softball. She loves sports and wants to continue playing when she heads off to college next fall. Lily has been active with helping to plan the junior prom for her class, which was held at the Town Hall Theater. She designed the tickets and poster with a masquerade theme last year. Another favorite activity is 4-H and she serves as a vice president; her area of interest is in riding, something she’s been actively doing for the past five years.

Lily’s name regularly appears on the honor roll and she is an active member of the Middlebury Union High School National Honor Society. She serves as a peer leader and says that the position has allowed her to “meet a lot of fun people.” It’s been “fun helping the new ninth-graders adjust to life in high school.” Lily has been a vital part of the MUHS community and we know she will be a welcome addition to whichever college is fortunate enough to have her in the fall!

Vergennes Union High School is pleased to recognize Ian Gramling as its Student of the Week. Ian lives in Ferrisburgh with his parents, Julie and Phil Gramling. Ian has two younger siblings: Bess, a sophomore at VUHS, and Calvin, a fifth-grader at Ferrisburgh Central School.

Over the past four years at VUHS, Ian has made honor roll all four years and high honors several times. Ian took AP US History in 10th grade. He was accepted to and attended the New England Young Writer’s Conference at Breadloaf in 11th grade and will attend again this year in May. Ian also participated in the Northeastern Open Atlatl Championship at Chimney Point both his 11th and 12th grade years. In 11th grade he won silver in the boy’s division.

Ian has participated in many programs at VUHS. He was part of the high school band his 9th and 10th grade years. He participated in the DUO program in 10th grade where he assisted in the Ferrisburgh kindergarten classroom. Ian has been part of the Walden Project his 11th and 12th grade years of high school. He was voted prom king by his peers last year.

Outside of school Ian does all sorts of activities. In 10th grade he volunteered at the Bixby Library. During the summers after 10th and 11th Ian Gramling grade he volunteered as an assistant camp counselor at Shelburne Farms.

VUHS During the summer he works at Boundbrook Farm. He also enjoys historical reenacting, Airsoft, camping, spending time outdoors, playing the flute and bodhran and researching military history.

Ian says this about his high school experience, “I learned how to make something meaningful out of my education and high school experience. I was extremely lucky to have a program where I could learn differently in the woods of Vermont, to be required to think about my place in the world and to voice my opinions and debate with others. I try to be an independent, self-sufficient, humorous and friendly person, who sees things from different points of view.”

Matt Schlein, a teacher in the Walden Project says this about Ian, “Ian brings great joy, humor and fun to his studies. He has a way of throwing himself into his passion for history and the environment and makes the learning experience contagious for everyone. Whether mentoring younger students at Ferrisburgh Elementary or in summer programs at Shelburne Farms or teaching his peers about the Winter War between Finland and Russia, bedecked in period appropriate regalia, he is interested in making learning come alive and making real connections between ideas and actions.”

Following graduation from VUHS, Ian will be attending a four-year college in Vermont or Maine to study early childhood education or military history. He would love to travel to Finland. The faculty, staff and students of VUHS wish Ian the very best in the future.

Middlebury Students of the Week receive a free pizza from Green Peppers.

Vergennes Students of the Week receive a free sandwich and drink from 3 SQUARES.

Students of the week from all area high schools will receive a gift certificate from Vermont Book Shop.

Students of the Week are chosen by school teachers and administration.

We’re proud to support all area students and want to say “Thanks” to those who volunteer with us!

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Developmental screening set for pre-k students

MIDDLEBURY — March is screening month for pre-kindergarten children from Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and Weybridge.

The ACSD Early Education Program provides services to children identified as having disabilities or delays in meeting developmental milestones. We also collaborate with partner preschool and childcare programs to address the needs of our local pre-kindergarten children.

Screenings help to identify children who would benefit from additional support before entering kindergarten.

If you have questions or concerns about your child’s developmental progress, your district early education program is offering screening for children born between 9/2/12 and 9/1/14, and who are not enrolled in kindergarten.

For your convenience and your child’s comfort, the screening can take place at your child’s preschool or childcare program, or at the ACSD program’s classroom at the Mary Hogan School in Middlebury.

For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 802-382-1760.

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FOUR YOUNG 4-Hers are all smiles as they wait for the start of the Junior Division (ages 11-13) hippology competition at the Windham and Windsor County 4-H horse hippology and quiz bowl contest, Feb. 11 in Springfield. Ryley Dubois of Addison, left, placed third in the event. Shown with her, from left, are Ella Clark and Sadie Scott, both from Bellows Falls, and Chester resident Zoe Chaves.

Photo courtesy of Lisa Muzzey/UVM Extension 4-H

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LIONS CLUB NEEDS stuff for their annual auction.

Please NO appliances or electronics. Call for pick up, 388‑7124. Help us, help oth‑ ers.

AL‑ANON FAMILY GROUP ‑ For families and friends of problem drinkers. Anony‑ mous, confidential and free.

At the Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

7:30‑8:30 PM Friday eve‑ nings.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS BRISTOL MEET‑ INGS: Sunday, Discussion Meeting 4:00‑5:00 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meet‑ ing 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Meeting, 6:00‑7:00 PM. All held at the Howden Hall, 19 West Street.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS SATURDAY: Dis‑ cussion Meeting 9:00‑10:00 AM at the Middlebury United Methodist Church. Discus‑ sion Meeting 10:00‑11:00 AM. Beginners’ Meeting 6:30‑7:30 PM. These two meetings are held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS THURSDAY: Big Book Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

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

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS NEW HAVEN MEET‑ INGS: Monday, Big Book Meeting 7:30‑8:30 PM at the Congregational Church, New Haven Village Green.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS 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 Congre‑ gational Church, Water St.

Cards of Thanks THANK YOU ST. JUDE and Holy Father for prayers an‑ swered. MA.

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 (54 Creek Rd). 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.

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AL‑ANON: FOR FAMILIES and friends affected by someone’s drinking. Mem‑ bers share experience, strength and hope to solve common problems. Newcom‑ ers welcome. Confidential.

St. Stephen’s Church (use front side door and go to basement) in Middlebury, Sunday nights 7:15‑8:15 pm.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS BRANDON MEET‑ INGS: Monday, Discussion M e e t i n g 7 : 3 0 ‑ 8 : 3 0 PM .

Wednesday, 12 Step Meet‑ ing 7:00‑8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Step Meeting 7:00‑8:00 PM. All held at the St. Thom‑ as Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South.

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A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS FRIDAY: Discus‑ sion Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS 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, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

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A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS 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, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS TUESDAYS: 12 Step Meetings; Noon‑1:00 PM. AND 7:30‑8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS MIDDLEBURY MEETINGS WEDNESDAY: Big Book Meeting 7:15‑8:15 AM is held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Discus‑ sion Meeting Noon‑1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

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A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS NORTH FERRIS‑ BURGH MEETINGS: Sun‑ day, Daily Reflections Meet‑ ing 6:00‑7:00 PM, at the United Methodist Church, Old Hollow Rd. A L C O H O L I C S A N O N Y‑ MOUS RIPTON MEETINGS: Monday, As Bill Sees It Meet‑ ing 7:15‑8:15 AM. Thursday, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions Meeting 7:15‑8:15 AM. Both held at Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd.

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OLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT Emily McFadden, of New Haven, has donated

Local agencies can post their volunteer needs with The Volunteer Connection by calling RSVP at 388-7044 LOOK HERE FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

her time and talent as an event photographer with RSVP and the United Way of Addison County for several years. Most recently, Emily took part in the United Way’s Day of Caring event. She greatly appreciated the opportunity to interview and photograph Days of Caring volunteers at various non-profit sites in Addison County. “It was great to talk to kids and adults alike who were helping in their community... and I learned a few new things about gardening and composting while I was at it!” Emily previously served on an environmental team with City Year/Americorps, and has loved getting back in touch with her inner volunteer again! Thank you for your support, Emily!

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Anonymous and confiden‑ tial, we share our experi‑ ence, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

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MAKING RECOVERY EASIER (MRE). Wednes‑ days, 5:30‑7:00 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). 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 discuss‑ ing 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.

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NA MEETINGS MIDDLE‑ BURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

LOST: RAJI, MALE Beagle/ Jack Russell mix last seen in Lincoln on 2/4. White with black spots, brown face and ears, short legs. Call 802‑349‑8779.

A C O R N PA I N T I N G I S LOOKING to hire a few qualified painters. Must have experience with interior and exterior finishes, product knowledge, tools, valid driv‑ ers license and transporta‑ tion. A good attitude, strong work ethic and refined skills earns top pay. Serious appli‑ cants only. For appointment call 802‑453‑5611.

NEW SUPPORT GROUP ‑ Grief Anonymous Meeting every Thursday @ 6:30 pm at Grace Baptist Church 52 Merchants Row, Middelbury, Vt. First Meeting Thursday, December 1st, 2016 OA (OVEREATERS ANONY‑ MOUS) MEETS on Thurs‑ days at 6 PM. Located at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Road, Middlebury, VT. OPIATE OVERDOSE RES‑ CUE KITS are distributed on Wednesdays from 9 am until 12 pm at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury, VT. A short training is required.

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BOOKKEEPER – Full Time Addison County’s public transportation provider is seeking a full-time experienced Bookkeeper to handle bank reconciliations, record deposits, handle payroll as well as other Accounting functions. Must understand and have experience in accrual accounting. Good computer and customer service skills required as well as the ability to multi-task. Knowledge of regulatory requirements for not-for-profit entity and tax exempt status preferred. College degree or a combination of experience and education is preferred. Position will be Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Some travel may be required. Excellent benefits including: health insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, vision plan, vacation, sick and paid holidays.

Selected candidate must pass required background checks and Drug/Alcohol testing. Confidentiality is a must. Please submit resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources Manager Addison County Transit Resources 297 Creek Road, Middlebury, Vermont 05753 Or via email to: gina@actr-vt.org No phone calls, please ACTR is an AA/EO Employer

PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am. We meet at the Mountain Health Center in Bristol. For info call APDA at 888‑763‑3366 or parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org.

S P I R I T U A L AWA K E N ‑ INGS MEETING of Alcohol‑ ics Anonymous, 7:30‑8:30 a.m., Friday, upstairs at St. Stephen’s Church., Middle‑ bury, VT.

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CONSTRUCTION: ADDI‑ TIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, drywall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing. All aspects of construction, also property maintenance. Steven Fifield 802‑989‑0009.

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Is looking to fill the following positions: Line Cook – Full Time Server Breakfast/Lunch or Dinner Full or Part Time

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ANESU Food Service Cooperative is hiring two 20-30 hour/week school nutrition/cook assistants for elementary and high school kitchens. Jobs include cooking, clean up, and serving in a fun team environment. Positions available immediately. Apply on School Spring (Elem: #2755817 and HS: #2755820) or send resume and references to: Kathy Alexander, ANESU Food Service Cooperative, 220 Airport Dr, Bristol, VT 05443.

Bus Person - Breakfast/Lunch or Dinner - Part Time

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COMMUNITY INTEGRA‑ TION SPECIALIST provide 1:1 mentoring to individu‑ als with developmental dis‑ abilities in goal‑oriented community activities. Help them access community resources, make friends, learn new life/social skills, and express their creativ‑ ity. You will be supporting diverse needs and inter‑ est. Seeking a candidate with patience, good judg‑ ment, flexibility and excel‑ lent boundary setting skills.

Experience in behavioral support strongly desired.

Good driving record, use of personal vehicle and GED required. M‑F with compre‑ hensive benefit package.

To apply, visit www.csac‑vt. org, or respond to CSAC HR, 89 Main Street, Middlebury, VT 05753. 802‑388‑6751, ext. 425.

GR EEN H OU SE WOR K ‑ ERS‑SEASONAL full time and part time positions. In‑ cludes planting, watering, loading trucks. Must be strong, dependable, moti‑ vated. Please call Paul at 759‑2294 between 9am and 6pm.

MISTER UPS NOW AC‑ CEPTING applications for Servers. Please apply within, 25 Bakery Lane, Middlebury.

FIRST SEASON GREEN‑ HOUSES is now accepting applications for greenhouse workers. Work is seasonal.

March‑May or June. Can be full or part time. Knowl‑ edge of plants helpful but not mandatory. Also, look‑ ing for a jack of all trades person who is familiar with propane heaters. Profit shar‑ ing and discount on plant purchases included. Contact Bill Spencer at 802‑475‑2588 to schedule an appointment.

Best time to call is 5‑6 pm.

Competitive Wages and Benefits Stop in and fill out an application OR Send Resume to geoff@middleburyinn.com Middlebury Inn 14 Court Square Middlebury VT 05753

IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR part time housekeeper to clean and maintain our award winning restaurant and inn. 4‑5 days, 20‑26 hours per week, including weekends. Enthusiastic team player with an eye for detail.

Great pay and benefits. Send resume or letter of inter‑ est to: info@baldwincreek. com or call 802‑453‑2432 for interview.

KAYHART BROTHERS IN ADDISON has an opening for outside crops, equip‑ ment and mechanic posi‑ tion. Experience preferred.

Full time. Competitive pay, health insurance and IRA. References and valid divers license required. Call Tim at 802‑349‑6676.

MIDDLEBURY PT FLO‑ RAL MERCHANDISER. Morning availability, Tue., Fri., & Sun. with additional hours required for holidays.

Please contact Cindy at: 518‑410‑4028.

SEEKING PHYSICAL THERAPIST part to full time for a busy outpatient setting in Addison County. Looking for motivated team player with strong manual skills, evidence based treatment to develop individualized treatment plans to meet pa‑ tient’s functional goals. New graduate considered. Salary and benefit information on request. Please send resume and cover letter to diane@ bptvt.com.

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THE VERMONT SOUP COMPANY is seeking a part time assistant for food prepa‑ ration. Please send resume and two references to info@ vtsoup.com.

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

Part-time

EVENING CLEANER

needed in Vergennes, M-F. Please call

802-863-3063

for more information.

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Busy 6 doctor medical practice looking for a part-time experienced Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. Job includes answering busy phone lines, check-in/ check-out, insurance verification, collecting payments & batch out, triaging phone calls and other miscellaneous duties. Previous medical experience preferred.

Send resume and references to: Middlebury Family Health Attn: Stacy Ladd, Practice Administrator 44 Collins Drive Suite 201 Middlebury, VT 05753 sladd@middfam.comcastbiz.net

MAINTENANCE MECHANIC TECHNICIAN Middlebury, VT

Agri-Mark has a full-time immediate opening for a THIRD SHIFT Maintenance Mechanic Technician to work in our Middlebury, VT facility. Flexible work schedule required, including rotating weekends, and working scheduled holidays.

Preferred candidate will have a journeyman’s electrical license and/or strong PLC experience. The candidate should be well versed in VFD’s, pneumatics, and production plant equipment. Must be able to work both independently and as a team member. Excellent troubleshooting and maintaining plant equipment in a food production environment.

Position provides 40+ hours per week, paid leave, and paid holidays. Agri-Mark offers a competitive starting wage and an excellent benefits package. This includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), pension plan, and much more.

Agri-Mark

Attn: Ashley Jacobs

869 Exchange Street Middlebury, VT 05753 EOE

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Call 388.4944 today!

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Evening Bistro Attendant (Part-Time)

Evening Guest Service Representative (Full & Part-Time)

Candidates must be available weekends, evenings, overnights and holidays. We offer competitive wages and benefits.

Previous hotel experience is preferred but not required. Training is provided. Join our award-winning team, providing quality customer service, a positive attitude and excellent work ethic. Interested, qualified candidates can apply in person at 309 Court Street, Middlebury or e-mail your resumé to Karrie.LaMere@Courtyard.com. Please, no phone inquiries.

For Sale ANTIQUE DOUBLE BAR‑ REL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge. Beautiful vintage firearm. $185. 802‑989‑5803.

CEDAR POSTS for sale.

8 footers, no points.

802‑388‑4831.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent

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

Creek Road, Middlebury.

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Rent $2,400 per month. In‑ cludes heat. No smoking.

No pets. Contact owner at dorisj@comcast.net.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addi‑ son. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structur‑ ally sound and weather‑tight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease. The entrance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high. For more info: 802‑363‑3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

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B R I A R W O O D A PA R TMENTS is currently accept‑ ing applications for 2 BR apartments in Middlebury.

All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. NS/NP, onsite laun‑ dry. Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website www.sum‑ mitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT heat, hot water, snow and lawn care included.

Carpeting, stove and refrigera‑ tor. Available now. $1150 per month. Basement. Garage.

802‑453‑2566.

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BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT Heat, trash, snowplowing, lawn care, parking, small storage, stove & refrigerator included. $1,175/mo. 802‑453‑2566.

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BRISTOL: 2 BEDROOM HOME large living room, den, deck, space for gardening.

Heat, rubbish removal, lawn care included. Tenant respon‑ sible for electricity. $1,350/mo.

Call or text 802‑377‑1613.

MIDDLEBURY APARTMENT FOR RENT in town spacious one bedroom apartment within walking distance to Middle‑ bury College campus. Quiet location with large yard/gar‑ den and off street parking.

No pets. No smoking. Call Howard at 802‑349‑3354.

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For Rent MIDDLEBURY; EXTREMELY SPACIOUS 1‑1/2 bedroom, full bath, living room, kitchen, dining room. Available now.

Rent $900 per month. In‑ cludes heat, trash, snow plow‑ ing and lawn care. Washer/ dryer hookup available. No smoking. Contact owner at bigelowr001@earthlink.net or call 458‑7361.

MONKTON: SHARE A HOME with woman in her 60s interested in environmental issues, reading & cooking. $400/month plus utilities/ internet/cable, and lend a hand with yard work. Private half bath (802) 863‑5625 or HomeShareVermont.org for application. Interview, refer‑ ences, background checks required. EHO NEW HAVEN, 2 BEDROOM upstairs apartment. Bright and spacious. Need 1st and last month’s rent. Price in‑ cludes heat, electricity & rubbish removal. No pets, $ 11 9 5 p e r m o n t h . C a l l 802‑453‑4037.

NEW HAVEN: BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, sunny apartment.

Garden space. No pets, no smoking. References, security deposit, lease. $875/month plus utilities.

802‑236‑2040.

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PRIME RETAIL SPACE IN MIDDLEBURY it doesn’t get any better than this fantas‑ tic, unique retail space best location in town. Windows on Main St. and windows overlooking Otter Creek in back. 750 sq. ft., AC. Phone 802‑989‑7277 or 206‑715‑5344.

SHOREHAM: SHARE A UNIQUE spacious country home, 25 minutes to Middle‑ bury, with professional in his 40s interested in cook‑ ing, NPR, reading, hiking. $400 plus utilities. Shared bath. 802‑863‑5625 or Ho‑ meShareVermont.org for application. Interview, ref‑ erences, background checks required. EHO. SINGLE ROOM PROFESSIONAL office in historic Middlebury landmark, over‑ looking downtown. Space dimensions 15x15, with com‑ mon areas and bathrooms shared with other profes‑ sional tenants. Rent $500 per month which includes heat, electric, hot water, gar‑ bage, recycling and private off street parking. For inquiry call 802‑989‑8822.

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VALLEY VIEW APARTMENTS is currently ac‑ cepting applications for 1 and 2 BR apartments in Vergennes. All income/as‑ sets must be verified to de‑ termine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent.

Elderly or disabled only. W/D onsite. Call 802‑247‑0165 or visit our website www.summitpmg.com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Want to Rent OLDER ADULT SEEKING small furnished apartment or house in Middlebury for the months of July and August of 2017. Contact jnelson@ asumh.edu.

Wood Heat TIMBERWOLF FIREWOOD: Dry or green. Call for prices.

802‑388‑7300.

Real Estate BUILD YOUR DREAM HOUSE on one of the six remaining home‑sites in East Middlebury’s Daisy Lane, a small established subdivision with village water, under‑ ground electric, cable and telephone to each lot. All sites are approved for simple in ground septic. Just down the street you’ll find a library, playground, tennis courts and the beautiful Waybury Inn and Pub. That’s not all, Daisy Lane is 15‑20 minutes from the Snow Bowl, two 18 hole golf courses and beautiful Lake Dunmore.

Telephone 802‑388‑2502 or 802‑388‑7350.

9 COMMERCIAL ANGUS HEIFERS due April 1. Bred to special focus. Effective. Con‑ tact Ray at 802‑759‑2135.

SECOND CUT BALEAGE 19 percent protein for sale.

Also 4x5 first cut, dry round bales. Under cover. Contact Ray at 802‑759‑2135.

WHITNEY’S CUSTOM FARM WORK. Pond agi‑ tating, liquid manure haul‑ ing, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462‑2755, John Whitney.

Trucks 2014 GMC SIERRA regular cab, 4x4 , V‑6, full GM bed liner. ARE fiber cap‑ brown.

8,000 miles . Lube and oil recently done. $23,500. Call 802‑453‑3760.

Wanted TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer special‑ izing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, an‑ tique collectibles, etc. Visit www.bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802‑272‑7527.

Consulting/appraisal ser‑ vices available. House calls made free of charge.

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Ladies Night Out chorus to hold rehearsals for new season MIDDLEBURY — Rutland County’s premier Women’s Chorus has expanded rehearsals to include Addison County area women singers.

This year the Ladies Night Out chorus is officially holding rehearsals in Middlebury at CVUUS on Wednesdays, 7:15-9 p.m., (except the third Wednesday of the month) through April. Concerts are in Middlebury on Tuesday, April 18, then in Brandon on Saturday, April 22 and in Rutland on Sunday, April 23.

Tim Guiles is engaged to rehearse the choir in Middlebury, and Rita Lane will rehearse in Rutland. At concert time the

chorus will add Glendon Ingalls on bass and trumpet, and hopefully a drummer, yet to be determined.

The Ladies Night Out set list is quite eclectic, as the concert’s title, “Choir Favorites, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” indicates.

On the list is a choral favorite by Felix Mendelssohn, “Lift Thine Eyes”; a Madrigal from the Renaissance, “Now is the Month of Maying,” which fills a beloved spot in every women’s choir; and jazz and 1950s pop classics including “Always,” “April in Paris” and “Begin the Beguine.”

Other favorites that the chorus may sing include “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Mr. Sandman,”

ADDISON NORTHWEST SCHOOL DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) For Energy Performance

WARNING UNION DISTRICT #3 ANNUAL MEETING FEBRUARY 28, 2017 Member Districts are Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and Weybridge The legal voters of Union District #3 are hereby warned to meet at the Middlebury Union High School, Middlebury, Vermont in said district on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at 6:30 PM, to transact the following business: ARTICLE 1: To elect the following officers: a) A Moderator b) A Treasurer c) A Clerk ARTICLE 2: To act upon the reports of the Treasurer and Auditors of Union District #3.

ARTICLE 3: To transact any other business proper to come before said meeting.

Linda J. Barrett, Clerk Union District #3 Peter Conlon, Chair Union District #3 1/23

Contracting Services

The Addison Northwest School District seeks proposals from interested Energy Service Companies to conduct a technical energy audit of our facilities and implement an Energy Performance Contract, in order to identify and implement capital improvements to reduce energy and related costs in those facilities such that annual cost savings are applied to annual payments for improvements.

Addison Northwest School District, Vergennes, VT to include the following locations: Addison Central School Ferrisburgh Central School Vergennes Union Elementary School Vergennes Union High School For a bid packet, please contact Tonia Mears, Business Manager at 802-8773332 ext. 18 or email at: tmears@anwsu. org 2/14/17 2/16

ADDISON NORTHWEST SUPERVISORY UNION BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETINGS

The following schedule of the Board of School Directors’ meetings is announced for the month of March, 2017.

Thursday, March 2 7:00 p.m. Addison Central School Public Informational Meeting to be held at the school Friday, March 3 7:30 a.m. Vergennes Union High School Board Facilities Committee at VUHS Saturday, March 4 1:00 p.m. Ferrisburgh Central School Board ANNUAL MEETING at the school Monday, March 6 7:00 p.m. Addison Central School Board ANNUAL MEETING at the school Wednesday, March 15 6:00 p.m. ANWSU Board Meeting – Carousel at Vergennes Union High School in the library 6:45 pm. Addison Central School Board Ferrisburgh Central School Board Vergennes Union Elementary School Board Vergennes Union High School Board Regular meeting at VUHS in selected rooms ADDISON NORTHWEST SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETINGS Monday, March 13 5:00 p.m. ANWSD Negotiations Subcommittee Pre-Meeting in the VUHS Main Hall Conference Room.

6:00 p.m. ANWSD Negotiations Subcommittee & ANTA Meeting in the VUHS Library Tuesday, March 21 6:00 p.m. ANWSD Community Engagement Committee Meeting at the Bixby Library Wednesday, March 22 6:00 p.m. Addison Northwest School District Board Regular Meeting in the VUHS Library Thursday, March 30 5:00 p.m. ANWSD Negotiations Subcommittee Pre-Meeting in the VUHS Main Hall Conference Room.

6:00 p.m. ANWSD Negotiations Subcommittee & ANTA Meeting in the VUHS Library The purpose of each meeting is to transact regular business, including a review of correspondence, reports, approval of bills, and any other business proper to be brought before said meetings, unless otherwise specified.

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“Steam Heat,” and “Old Irish Blessing.” Today’s arrangements of Spirituals/Shape Note Tradition by 20th century greats Andre Thomas and Alice Parker are represented by must-have choral repertoire, “Keep Your Lamps (Trimmed and Burning)” and “Hark! I Hear the Harps Eternal.”

All willing singers from the audience are welcome to come up on stage and sing with the group.

Mostly the desire is to encourage women who have sung with the chorus in the past to remember the joys of being on stage and raising our voices together. Because once you’ve sung with the Ladies,

FERRISBURGH PLANNING COMMISSION FERRISBURGH TOWN PLAN - NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Ferrisburgh Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Wednesday March 15, 2017 at 7:00 P.M. at the Town Hall, 3279 Route 7 in Ferrisburgh, Vermont, on the proposed 2016-2024 Town Plan. This hearing is held pursuant to 24 V.S.A. 4384. This notice is issued pursuant to 24 V.S.A. 4444(b).

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND AREAS OF TOWN AFFECTED The Ferrisburgh Town Plan creates and defines a long-term vision for the Town of Ferrisburgh. The Plan provides historical data and statistics to provide context for those making community decisions. It describes Ferrisburgh’s current conditions, character and challenges. It also establishes goals and action items intended to implement the vision of the Plan. The Plan should serve as a primary reference for all individuals and entities making community decisions and should guide local officials setting public policy. All areas within the Town of Ferrisburgh are affected.

Topic areas of the Plan include: Table of Contents 4. Ferrisburgh Future 1. Foreword 4.1 Natural Resources Policies 2. Ferrisburgh Past 4.2 Human Resources Policies 3. Ferrisburgh Present 4.3 Land Use Plan 3.1 Natural Resources 5. Epilogue, with implementation plan 3.2 Human Resources Copies of the proposed Ferrisburgh Town Plan can be viewed at the following locations: Town Clerk’s Office, 3279 Route 7, Vermont during regular office hours & on the Web at www.ferrisburghvt.org For further information please call Ken Wheeling, Zoning Administrator at (802) 8773429 or Gloria Warden, the Town Clerk at (802) 877-3429.

Ferrisburgh Planning Commission BY: Bob Beach, Chair 2/27

WARNING ANNUAL MEETING LINCOLN TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT

The legal voters of the Town School District of Lincoln, Vermont are hereby warned and notified to meet at Burnham Hall on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:00 PM to discuss and transact the following business. Article 2 requires a vote by Australian Ballot to take place on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at Burnham Hall between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. ARTICLE 1.

To establish salaries for the Town School District Officers for the ensuing year.

ARTICLE 2.

To elect all Town School District Officers for the ensuing year by Australian ballot.

ARTICLE 3.

Shall the voters of the Lincoln Town School District approve the school board to expend $2,101,791, which is the amount the school board has determined to be necessary for the ensuing fiscal year? It is estimated that this proposed budget, if approved, will result in education spending of $16,957 per equalized pupil.

ARTICLE 4.

To see if the voters of the Lincoln Town School District will authorize the Lincoln Town School District Board of Directors to borrow money by issuance of bonds or notes not in excess of anticipated revenue for the school year, as provided in 16 V.S.A. ‘562 (9).

ARTICLE 5.

To transact any other legal and proper business coming before said meeting.

Rebecca Otey, Chair Lincoln School Board 2/27

WARNING MIDDLEBURY INCORPORATED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 4 ANNUAL MEETING MARCH 5, 2017

The legal voters of Middlebury Incorporated School District No. 4 in the Town of Middlebury, Vermont are hereby warned and notified to meet at the Mary Hogan School in Middlebury, Vermont Sunday, March 5, 2017, at 4:00 PM to transact the following business: ARTICLE 1: To elect the following Officers for the ensuing year: a) A Moderator b) A Clerk c) A Treasurer ARTICLE 2: To act upon the reports of the Treasurer and Auditor of Incorporated School District No. 4.

ARTICLE 3: To transact any other business proper to come before said meeting. Upon completion of the transaction of the aforesaid business, or upon adjournment of the aforesaid meeting for any other purpose, said meeting shall be reconvened on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at the Middlebury Town Clerk’s Office for the purpose of voting on the following business of the Middlebury Incorporated School District No. 4 by Australian Ballot. Polls will be Open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. ARTICLE 4: To elect three School Directors for the Town School District for a term of ten months (March-December 2017).

Shane Kean, Clerk Middlebury Incorporated School District No. 4 1/23

you’ll always be one of the choir.

The public is invited to join Ladies’ Night Out Women’s Choir.

Come to one rehearsal a week, wherever is most convenient for you to travel to. Those interested should contact Lucy Tenenbaum at 802-342-8348 or lucytunes@ me.com.

Public Notices appear on Pages 29 & 30.

MIDDLEBURY CEMETERY ASSOCIATION PUBLIC NOTICE

The annual meeting of the Middlebury Cemetery Association will be held at the offices of Langrock, Sperry and Wool, 111 S. Pleasant St., Middlebury, VT on Tuesday, 2/27 March 14, 2017 at 5p.m.

★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY SPECIAL SELECTBOARD MTG. MONDAY FEB. 27 • 7 P.M.

ROOM 116 – LARGE CONFERENCE RM. 77 MAIN STREET AGENDA 7:00 1. **Call to Order 2. *Approval of Agenda 3. *Approval of Minutes of February 14, 2017 Regular Selectboard Meeting 4. **Citizen Comments [Opportunity to raise or address issues that are not otherwise included on this agenda] 7:05 5. *Vermont Agency of Transportation Project Delivery Bureau Lead Engineer Wayne Symonds, P.E., and Middlebury Community Liaison Jim Gish with an overview of the process and timeline for the Environmental Assessment for the Main Street & Merchants Row Bridges Project and its likely impact on the construction schedule 7:35 6. *Consider Amendment #1 to the Finance and Maintenance Agreement for the Main Street & Merchants Row Bridges Project 7:40 7. ** Consider Draft Revolving Loan Fund Process as revised based on input from the Selectboard’s February 14, 2017 Meeting 7:50 8. *Report from the Policy Review Committee & Recommendation for Adoption of Updated Personnel Policy 8:05 9. **Discussion of the Tree Warden’s Decision on Removal of Trees from a portion of the Town right-of-way on the south side of Forest Ridge Drive.

8:15 10. *Follow-up to Invitation to Join Consortium to Lobby for Expanding Eligibility for Tax Increment Financing Districts as a Downtown Revitalization Tool 8:25 11. FY17 Year-to-Date Budget Report as of January 31, 2017 8:35 12. **Prepare for Town Meeting 8:45 13. *Approval of Check Warrants 14. *Town Manager’s Report 15. Board Member Concerns 16. *Executive Session – Anticipated – Personnel 17. **Action on Matters Discussed in Executive Session 9:05 18. *Adjourn * Decision Item ** Possible Decision If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact the Town Manager’s Office at 388-8100 x-202 as early as possible.

Additional information about most Agenda items is available on the Town’s website, www.townofmiddlebury.org, on the Selectboard page.

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Bristol company hires new product director for education design BRISTOL — SchoolHack Solutions, the Bristol company that makes education software, recently hired Thierry Uwilingiyimana as a product director.

“Thierry’s strong technical background combined with his deep understanding of learner-centered education

and design thinking will add tremendous value to our team,” CEO David Lipkin said in a press release.

Uwilingiyimana comes to SchoolHack as a former-founder and leader of two education startups.

He co-founded ClassTracks Inc., an

online vocabulary software for English Language Learners and students with limited English proficiency.

Uwilingiyimana also worked with founders of Acton Academy to develop a progressive elementary school built on Montessori principles.

TOWN OF LINCOLN WARNING ANNUAL TOWN MEETING AND TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING

The legal voters of the Town of Lincoln and the Town School District of Lincoln are hereby warned and notified to meet at Burnham Hall on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. to discuss and transact business, and on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at Burnham Hall, the polls to open 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for voting by Australian ballot.

Agenda for Meeting at Burnham Hall on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.

Article 1 To elect all town officers as required by law, by Australian ballot, voting to be held at Burnham Hall, polls to be open from 7:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m., Tuesday March 7, 2017.

Article 2 To act upon the reports of the Town Officers and the Town School District Officers as submitted by the Town Select Board.

Article 3 Shall the Town authorize the payment of real property taxes to the Town Treasurer, in two equal installments, with the due dates being the second Wednesday of October [October 11, 2017] and the second Wednesday of March [March 14, 2018], per 32 V.S.A. 4871?

Article 4 Shall the Town collect interest on overdue taxes from the due date of each installment in the amount of .5% (1/2 of 1%) per month or fraction thereof, in accordance with 32 V.S.A 4873?

Article 5 Shall the voters authorize a total Highway Fund expenditure for operating expenses of $1,023,935 of which $763,137 shall be raised by taxes and $172,482 by non-tax revenues and $88,316 is surplus revenue?

Article 6 Shall the voters authorize a total General Fund expenditure for operating expenses of $336,950 of which $278,575 shall be raised by taxes, $36,434 by non-tax revenues and $21,941 is surplus revenue?

Article 7 Shall the voters authorize the Select Board to use a sum from the Town Capital Plan Fund Balance not to exceed $75,000 for the purpose of making necessary improvements to make the old Town Shed located at 593 East River Road suitable for use as “cold storage” for town highway equipment and supplies?

RECESS TOWN MEETING; OPEN TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING ADJOURN TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETING; RE-OPEN TOWN MEETING Article 8 Shall the Town authorize the Agent to deed property?

Article 9 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $5,000 to help support the Lincoln Cooperative Preschool?

Article 10 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $44,000 in support of the Lincoln Library?

Article 11 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $2,000 to help support Lincoln Sports, Inc.?

Article 12 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $55,896 to the Lincoln Volunteer Fire Company?

Article 13 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $7,500 to Bristol Rescue?

Article 14 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $5,000 to the Lincoln Cemetery Association?

Article 15 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to appropriate the sum of $200 to the Lincoln Conservation Commission for the purpose of invasive species control?

Article 16 Shall the Town of Lincoln vote to approve the following agency requests?

750 Community Health Services of $1,250 Addison County Home Health and Addison County – Open Door Clinic Hospice, Inc. 1,600 Counseling Service of Addison 200 Addison County Restorative Justice County, Inc. Services 700 Elderly Services, Inc. 1,300 Addison County Parent/Child 2,000 HOPE (ACCAG) Center 250 Homeward Bound 600 Addison County Readers 650 Hospice Volunteer Services 400 Addison County River Watch 1,000 John W Graham Emergency Shelter 1,170 Addison County Transit Resources 490 Retired Senior Volunteer Program 500 Addison County Economic 500 Vermont Adult Learning Development Corporation 1,250 WomenSafe 2,500 Bristol Recreation Department $18,210 Total 1,100 Age Well (CVAA) Article 17 To transact any other legal and proper business when met.

Dated this 24th day of January, 2017.

2/23 Town of Lincoln Select Board

Member Districts are Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and Weybridge The legal voters of the Addison Central School District are hereby warned to meet at the Middlebury Union High School in Middlebury, Vermont on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 7:00 PM, to transact the following business: ARTICLE 1: To elect the following officers: a) A Moderator b) A Treasurer c) A Clerk ARTICLE 2: To hear and act upon the reports of the school district officers.

ARTICLE 3: To see if the voters of the Addison Central School District will vote to authorize its Board of Directors, under 16 VSA 562 (9), to borrow money by issuance of bonds or notes not in excess of anticipated revenue for the school year.

ARTICLE 4: To do any other business proper to come before said meeting.

PUBLIC INFORMATION HEARING FEBRUARY 28, 2017 Member Districts are Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and Weybridge The legal voters of the Addison Central School District are hereby warned to meet at the Middlebury Union High School in Middlebury, Vermont on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at 7:00 PM, for a Public Information meeting to discuss Australian Ballot articles warned for vote on Tuesday, March 7, 2017.

Hearing will take place immediately following adjournment of the Annual Meeting of said Addison Central School District.

Linda J. Barrett, Clerk, Addison Central School District Peter Conlon, Chair, Addison Central School District 1/23

Addison Independent

THIERRY UWILINGIYIMANA

WARNING ANNUAL MEETING BRISTOL TOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT

The voters of the Town School District of Bristol, Vermont are hereby warned and notified to meet at Holley Hall on Monday, March 6, 2017 at 7:00 PM to discuss and transact the following business. Articles 2 and 4 require a vote by Australian Ballot to take place on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at Holley Hall between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. ARTICLE 1: To act upon the reports of the Town School District Officers.

ARTICLE 2: To elect the Town School District officers, and the Moderator, for the coming year by Australian ballot on Tuesday, March 7, 2017.

1 - School Director (elementary) 3 years 2 - School Directors (elementary) 1 year 2 - School Directors (high school) 3 years 1 - School District Moderator 1 year ARTICLE 3: To act upon the salaries of the Town School District Officers for the ensuing year.

ARTICLE 4: For discussion only: VOTE TO BE TAKEN BY AUSTRALIAN BALLOT ON TUESDAY, MARCH 7, 2017 BETWEEN 7:00 AM AND 7:00 PM AT HOLLEY HALL. Shall the voters of the Bristol Town School District approve the school board to expend $4,719,558, which is the amount the school board has determined to be necessary for the ensuing fiscal year? It is estimated that this proposed budget, if approved, will result in education spending of $15,340.24 per equalized pupil. This projected spending per equalized pupil is 4.1% higher than spending for the current year.

ARTICLE 5: To see if the voters of the Bristol Town School District will authorize the Bristol Town School District Board of Directors to borrow money by issuance of bonds or notes not in excess of anticipated revenue for the school year, as provided in 16 V.S.A. ‘562 (9).

ARTICLE 6: To hear and report on any further business which may legally come before this meeting.

Elin Melchior, Chair Bristol School Board 2/27

WARNING ADDISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT SPECIAL MEETING MARCH 7, 2017

WARNING ADDISON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT ANNUAL MEETING FEBRUARY 28, 2017

The Public Notices section appears every Monday & Thursday in the

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Member Districts are Bridport, Cornwall, Middlebury, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and Weybridge The legal voters of the Addison Central School District are hereby warned to meet at the following polling places on March 7, 2017 to vote by Australian Ballot on the following article(s) of business: District Location Polling Hours Bridport Bridport Community/Masonic Hall 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Cornwall Cornwall Town Hall 7:00 AM-7:00 PM Middlebury Middlebury Town Office (77 Main St) 7:00 AM-7:00 PM Ripton Ripton Community House 7:00 AM-7:00 PM Salisbury Salisbury Town Clerk’s Office 8:00 AM-7:00 PM Shoreham Shoreham Town Office 7:00 AM-7:00 PM Weybridge Weybridge Town Clerk’s Office 7:00 AM-7:00 PM ARTICLE 1: Shall the voters of the Addison Central School District vote to authorize the ACSD school board to expend $30,428,802, which is the amount the ACSD school board has determined to be necessary for the ensuing fiscal year? It is estimated that this proposed budget, if approved, will result in education spending of $17,216 per equalized pupil.

ARTICLE 2: Shall the voters of the Addison Central School District vote to authorize the ACSD school board to create and authorize disbursement from a Capital Reserve Fund for the Addison Central School District, and appropriate $481,721 of the FY 2016 Unassigned Fund Balance (estimated at $1,273,441) to said Fund?

ARTICLE 3: Shall the voters of the Addison Central School District authorize the ACSD school board to give notice that in lieu of distributing the Addison Central School District Annual Report by mail within ten days of the District’s annual meeting, shall give at least thirty days’ notice of the availability of such report by inclusion in the warning for the District’s annual meeting, commencing with the District’s 2018 annual meeting.

Linda J. Barrett, Clerk, Addison Central School District Peter Conlon, Chair; Addison Central School District 1/23

NOTICE OF HEARING MONKTON DEVELOPMENT REVIEW BOARD

Notice is hereby given that the Monkton Development Review Board will consider the following applications at its regularly scheduled Public Hearing on March 14, 2017 at the Monkton Town Hall.

At 8:00 PM Kelly & Kathleen Norris # 2016-03-BOU Reopen a Boundary adjustment located at Murray RD Monkton VT. The present zoning classification of this property is RA-5.

The Tax Parcel ID# is 02.237.004.000 Application materials are available for review during normal business hours at the Office of the Monkton Town Clerk.

Interested parties who wish to be heard may attend the hearing, or send a representative. Communications relating to the application may be filed in writing to the Board either before or during the hearing. Pursuant to 24 VSA 117 § 4464(a)(1)(C) and 4471(a) participation in this hearing is necessary to establish status as an Interested Person and the right to appeal.

Scott Gordon, Clerk Monkton Development Review Board Dated February 21, 2017

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Ferrisburgh (Continued from Page 1) of 35 hours a week. comes.”

If residents agree, that could Earlier last week town auditor The two-page charter includes mean a charter adoption vote Walter Reed told the Independent basic language giving the town the in early May, and the two town of a newly discovered problem, that right to “continue to be a municipal public hearings required by state some information was apparently corporation” with “all the powers law before the vote could be held not submitted to the Social Security granted to towns and municipal in early and late April, with town- Administration. Town officials corporations by the Constitution wide balloting to follow in early on Wednesday said they received and laws of the State … together May. a letter from that administration with all implied powers necessary The law requires those two indicating Ferrisburgh employees’ to carry into execution all the hearings to be held 2015 W-2s and W-3s powers granted,” including to within a 30 day-period “At town had never been “enact ordinances” consistent with leading up to the vote, received. the Vermont Constitution. and a 30-day warning meeting we’re Professional Most of the rest of the document period before the first going to bring auditors also recently — written by the town attorney hearing. Thus a vote it up for people stated that some after reviewing other town charters cannot be held until accounts from 2016 — deals with the selectboard’s who might not about two months were not reconciled, right to appoint the town clerk and know about the bank deposits had treasurer, set their hours and pay, after town meeting.

If residents back charter, and not been made in a and write their job descriptions. It the charter change in we’re going timely manner, and also states candidates for the two Australian balloting, fund balances were positions do not have to live in whenever it is held, to pick a date not recorded.

Ferrisburgh. it would still need for the first Smits has said the The proposed charter is brief approval from the hearing.” selectboard unfairly in describing duties for the clerk Legislature to take — Loretta Lawrence reduced his hours, and treasurer, but also gives the effect. that he has made selectboard the power to write job “At town meeting changes and signed descriptions. we’re going to bring it up for contracts that have saved the town About a dozen other Vermont people who might not know about money, and many late payments towns — including Vergennes, the charter, and we’re going to were the fault of Road Foreman Stowe, Springfield and Berlin, pick a date for the first hearing,” John Bull for not submitting as well as a number of larger said Lawrence on Wednesday, a invoices in a timely manner. Bull communities, mostly cities — also day after the board discussed its disputed that contention in a phone appoint clerks and/or treasurers. proposed charter at its Feb. 21 call and letter to the Independent.

Locally, Panton changed its charter meeting.

In the public comment portion in 2014 to make the treasurer and Selectboard members on Feb. 21 of last week’s selectboard meeting, clerk appointed positions, and also set Sept. 5 as the date the board Lawrence said Smits faced Panton selectboard members have would gain the powers granted it in criticism from Bull, Conservation said the move has worked well. the charter to appoint Ferrisburgh’s Commission Chairman Craig Lawrence said Ferrisburgh’s town clerk and treasurer.

Heindel and resident Monica board members are confident the Lawrence had planned to Tupper. same will be true in their town. recommend July 1 as the effective The proposed charter, however, “We feel this is the right time to date for that change, but said she has so far generated little reaction do this. It’s a long time coming, learned from Rep. Warren Van from residents, Lawrence said. and it might be the best thing that Wyck, R-Ferrisburgh, that the “We haven’t gotten a lot of can happen to Ferrisburgh for our Legislature might be able to OK the feedback yet,” Lawrence said. “I future,” she said. “I see nothing charter over the summer, making think people know about it. I think but positives from this.”

Sept. 5 a more logical timetable. they are trusting us, hopefully. I Andy Kirkaldy may be reached at “He said there is stuff that can guess we’ll know when the vote andyk@addisonindependent.com. be done after they recess in April, where they can probably look at it,” Lawrence said.

The driver behind the selectboard’s decision to propose the charter, which would be Ferrisburgh’s first, has been the board’s dissatisfaction with the performance of elected Town Treasurer Garrit Smits.

Board members have said they are frustrated about their inability FAIR HAVEN UNION HIGH SCHOOL to work with Smits to correct what WOOD SHOP AUCTION they and other town officials see Fair Haven Union High School, in Fair Haven, as serious accounting problems, VT will hold a silent auction of the contents of the because as an elected official Smits former Wood Shop. The auction will be held on answers to voters, not to the board.

Saturday, March 11, 2017, at the Fair Smits is running for re-election, Haven Union High School. The but facing a challenge from former bidding will begin at 8 a.m. town auditor Deb Healey, who and conclude with bids closing at resigned from her post to run for 1 p.m.

The items available include: treasurer. Smits is also challenging lathes, jointers, floor sander, planer, Town Clerk Gloria Warden, whom band saws, drill press, as well as many he defeated in a close race for small tools, miscellaneous lumber, and treasurer three years ago, for her equipment. The purchased items must clerk post. be removed the day of the sale or an Selectboard members and town alternate mutually agreed upon time auditors say bill payments have prior to March 17, 2017. All proceeds not been made on time, resulting in will benefit the FHUHS Performance fees for the town that include two Theater. late charges from the IRS, and that Smits has not worked regular hours even though he is paid on the basis

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Unification communities. Orwell would have had two members in the original board setup, compared to seven for Castleton.

Efforts to reach Act 46 Study Committee Chairman Glen Cousineau were unsuccessful as the Independent went to press.

All of the SVUUSD board candidates are running at large for the new board on March 7. That means voters can cast ballots in all of the races in the six member communities. In Orwell, Peter Stone and Glen Cousineau are running unopposed for terms of one

WITH THE ADDISON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Any community that votes against the school governance merger will not be able to secure any of the financial incentives provided through Act 46. “Yes” towns would qualify for, among other things, property tax relief during a fouryear transition to unification. That would amount to 8 cents of the town education tax rate in year one, 6 in year two, 4 in year three, and 2 in year four. Other advantages for the new district: The ability to keep its small schools grants from the state; a transition facilitation grant of $120,000, or 5 percent of the base education amount multiplied by the new district’s average daily membership, whichever is less; the ability to keep the 3.5 percent hold-harmless protection for declining enrollment, which will be eliminated in fiscal year 2021; and an exemption from the requirement to repay a portion of state construction aid upon sale of a school building.

“Our priority would be to have everyone move forward in a unified structure,” Ryan said.

The ARSU’s 14-member Act 46 Study Committee prepared the latest governance consolidation plan, which the Vermont Agency of Education approved last month.

The panel took extra pains to make the plan more attractive to the six towns, according to Ryan.

For example, the panel has now made it tougher to close a local school within the unified district.

At least 75 percent of the new Slate Valley unified board would need to vote for a school closing, in addition to a majority vote of the residents of the town in which the school is located. Those votes could not take place until four years after the governance merger vote is approved.

The new Act 46 committee also made sure the six towns would get equal representation (three members each) on the new SVUUSD board.

Originally, the board was to have proportional representation from each town. This would have given a numerical advantage to the bigger

DISCOVER & EXPLORE

(Continued from Page 1) Orwell voters rejected the merger idea twice last year; first by a 211-121 margin on April 12, then by a 204 to 166 count on June 21. Those votes were for an “accelerated” merger that required all six communities to approve the referendum.

But this time around, the ARSU stands a better chance of seeing some form of school governance consolidation — even if Orwell votes “no” again. If Orwell were to again reject the merger, but at least four of the remaining ARSU towns vote “yes,” those towns would be able to pursue a Slate Valley Modified Unified Union School District.

“Every town is ‘advisable’ this time, as opposed to ‘necessary,’” ARSU Superintendent Ron Ryan explained.

So if Orwell again votes against the proposal, it would be required to manage its own pre-K through grade 8 population until it negotiates a separate educational plan with the state, or is required by the state to join a unified district.

A town that is not a member of a unified union would also: • Continue to operate their existing elementary district as a “Non-Member Elementary District.” It will continue to elect its own elementary school board, vote on its elementary budget, and pay its own elementary expenses.

• Become members of two districts: It’s existing elementary school district serving pre-K through grade 8, and that of the new modified union district for grades 9-12.

• Elect its own representatives for the new MUUSD board. It should be noted that these members would only be able to vote on modified union district business relating to grades 9-12; the dissenting towns would have to recuse themselves on votes pertaining to union elementary business or building decisions.

• Pay a proportional share of expenses for students they send to the Fair Haven Union High School.

year and two years, respectively, on the new board. Orwell residents Andrea Ochs and David Carpenter are vying for the town’s three-year term on the panel.

School governance merger advocates believe the move would help smaller schools better weather declining enrollment and surging costs. They also believe such a merger would lead to increased (and more equitable) sharing of resources and personnel among schools, as well as more efficient operations.

Opponents of consolidation have voiced concern about, among

other things, ceding control of local schools to a larger board representing the combined interests of six communities.

Ryan is stepping down as superintendent this June and confessed approval of the consolidation referendum by all six communities would be a perfect going-away present.

“It would be nice knowing they are consolidated and moving forward,” Ryan said. “It would be good for our district to do it.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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