Quick Recap
And Monthly Stats
Quick recap…
I spent a great lunch at the Thompson Senior Center last week and got to hear about the memoir class they currently provide. Also spent some time with Deanna, I am always amazed and inspired about all the great work they do over there.
Stephanie and I attending the Vermont City Manager Association conference as well. We presented (along with Stowe) on Short Term Rentals and our experience (and lessons learned) going through the ordinance process.
This newsletter will be quiet for a bit as I am taking some PTO over the next few weeks. But that does not mean nothing will be happening. Just take a look at some of the stats and selected highlights from April and rest assured, the municipalities are working hard each day…
Beyond setting the water and sewer rates, our Finance Department processed over 1,200 deposits worth over $15 million (with the caveat the vast majority of that will be sent to the State for the education tax). They also sent out over 1,000 utility bills and collected the final tax payments of the year. They also received the FY25 draft audit, reviewed it, responsed to final questions, and it sent it back to be finalized.
Our Wastewater crew continued their professional development with taking basic water classes and distribution class.
Our Economic Development Director held an informational session on Village and Historic Tax credits, played a vital role in selecting the engineering firm for our water system upgrades, attended Vermont’s Tourism Summit, prepared to apply for more grants for our Wastewater Plant, and kept housing moving forward with work on a stragetic plan and a new housing committee.
Our Fire/EMS department had 22 fire calls and 43 EMS calls. They hosted 19 Dartmouth EMS students for ride-alongs during their shifts (always a fun time). They completed employees fit testing and one staff went to pump operator school. Finally, 20 building inspectations were completed.
Our Police/Dispatch had 96 motor stops that resulted in 57 tickets and $9,207 in fines. Overall, there was 278 calls for service with 146 for the Village, 132 in the Town.
That is it for now. This (and the public office hours) will be back in a few weeks. Until then, hope everyone is well!
Thanks,
Eric