Politics & Government

Vermont Access Network (VAN): ACLU Conference - Government is a Public Enterprise part 1 11/18/2010

The first session in a day long conference, 'Transparency and Accountability in Government - Public Records, Open Meetings and Campaign Finance Disclosure' sponsored bythe American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Vermont, in collaboration with the Vermont Press Association and the New England First Amendment Coalition.

Opening presentation by Greg Sullivan, counsel to the New Hampshire Union Leader and a member of board of directors of the New England First Amendment Coalition. Follow-up panel discussion with
Paul Gillies, attorney and former deputy secretary of state
Jim Barlow, senior staff attorney, Vermont League of Cities and Towns
Mike Donoghue, Vermont Press Association
Anne Galloway, VtDigger.org

Housing in Review: An Introduction to Housing in Vermont 11/18/2010

Janet Green "Community Member" and Danielle Bombardier "VHCB AmeriCorps Member" provide a general status of housing in Vermont.

Burlington Wards 4 & 7 NPA Meeting 11/16/2010

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPAs) are grassroots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to empower citizen participation in City government. Working as neighborhood advocacy groups, Neighborhood Planning Assemblies facilitate communication between the citizens of Burlington and city government through regular meetings scheduled in each Ward. Wards 4 & 7 meet the third Tuesday of the month. Meeting place: Robert E. Miller Community Center 130 Gosse Court.

Governor Jim Douglas: CCTV Farewell Conversation with Governor Jim Douglas 11/16/2010

Lauren-Glenn Davitian speaks with outgoing Governor Jim Douglas on his public service legacy and future plans.

Colchester Special Budget Meeting 11/16/2010

The Town of Colchester Select Board meets at 7:30 pm on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at the Colchester Meeting House (formerly the white church) on Main Street in the village. However, sometimes special meetings, locations and times are arranged. Check Select Board Agendas which are posted around town at various locations and always at the Library and the Post Office, as well as in the lobby of the Town Offices and on this website. If in doubt contact the Town Manager's Office at 264-5500. This special meeting deals with the formulatoin of the Town Budget with the following departments presenting: Town Clerk, Fire Department, Police, Planning and Zoning, Assessor.

Essex Junction Trustees 11/16/2010

The Essex Junction Trustees is the governing, legislative body for the Municipality of the Village of Essex Junction. The five member board is elected at large within the Village. The board includes the position of Village President. Unlike the appointed chairs of select boards or city councils, the position of president is elected by Australian ballot by Village voters. The three year terms of the Trustees are staggered to provide continuity. The Trustees usually meet twice per month on Tuesday evenings in the meeting room at the Village municipal office building at Five Corners The public is invited to attend all meetings, and may address the board or ask questions during a special “public to be heard” section at the beginning of each meeting.

Legislative Report: The Vermont Community Foundation 11/15/2010

Hosts: Reps. Bill Aswad and David Sharpe speak with The Vermont Community Foundation's President and CEO, Stuart Comstock-Gay.

Williston Selectboard 11/15/2010

The Selectboard is a five member elected board. There are three positions elected for a three year term and two positions elected for a two year term on a staggered basis. The board is responsible for setting the general policy direction, passing ordinances, setting the tax rate, reviewing the budget, supervising the Town Manager and a host of other related tasks. Find the full minutes for this meeting at Williston website.

: South Burlington City Council 11/15/2010

The South Burlington City Council is made up of 5 citizens who live in the City of South Burlington, elected at-large by the voters of the City. These five councilors sit with 2-3 year terms expiring in an annual rotation. The City Council meets regularly on the 1st & 3rd Mondays of each month to conduct business of the City and carry out the provisions of the City Charter. Special or emergency meetings can be called in the event that an urgent need arises for City Council authorization. City Council meetings are held at City Hall in the conference room and begin at 7pm.

Essex Selectboard 11/15/2010

The Selectboard meetings are all held at the Town Offices at 81 Main Street in Essex Junction, in the downstairs conference room on the first and third Mondays of the month. The public is always welcome, and the meetings start promptly at 7:30 PM. If special accommodations are needed please call 802-878-1341.

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CCTV Receives NEH Grant to Support Community Archives

CCTV Center for Media & Democracy is pleased to announce receipt of a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Humanities Collections and Reference Resources grant alongside 32 peer archival institutions across the country. This $49,927 grant award will support efforts to preserve and expand access to audio/visual community history materials in the CCTV Archives. Read more about this opportunity here!