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There's a lot going on that will affect
doing business, from considerations of local
option taxes in Berlin, a proposed growth center
in Montpelier, and seeking ways to balance the
state's budget to the day-to-day issues
of building your business. And, most
importantly, be sure to vote on town meeting
day!
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| Legislative Breakfast
Governor Douglas
will be the guest speaker at the Chamber's
Legislative Breakfast on Tuesday March 10,
sponsored by Union Institute.
A buffet
breakfast will be served in the Montpelier room of
the Capitol Plaza at 7:30. More...
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| Spending Locally Does
Matter
 With Vermont facing
a $200 million revenue shortfall and the President
signing an $800 billion - remember that's with a
"b" - stimulus package, does a resident's $10 or
$50 purchase really matter? Yes, it
really does. More..
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Montpelier's Growth
Center
Montpelier is
seeking state approval of a significant growth
center, and it could be the city's most rewarding
economic development initiative in
decades.
As important as downtown designation was
several years ago, Montpelier has had limited
opportunities to capitalize on downtown
incentives. There are few places to develop in the
designated downtown, and most would require
removal of historic buildings. That makes
development expensive and controversial. More... |
ACCD: The Endangered
Agency
The Agency of Commerce and
Community Development has been targeted as a
"budget balancing" project. At first glance, the
consolidation, elimination and privatization of
the departments could save money. But, has the
legislative leadership considered the long
term ramifications that this could have on
Vermont, and certainly doing business in
Vermont? More...
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Town Meeting Day: Participate
& Vote!
For more than 200 years, Vermont has held
town meetings where citizens gather to discuss
important issues in their community. It's time to
discuss business of your tow, elect local
officials and vote on budgets. Do your part and
participate! Find info on your town from this
link. More...
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I hope you keep an eye on these issues as
they are certain to affect the way we do business
in Central Vermont.
Sincerely,
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