45 communities to receive planning grants
“These grants support the planning activities that are at the heart of Vermont’s Smart Growth strategy,” said Tayt Brooks, Commissioner of the Department of Economic, Housing and Community Development. “While the budget crisis has curtailed the amount available, these investments will help promote economic activity, community development, and housing in our downtowns and village centers, while protecting Vermont’s working landscape.”
Vermont schools ink agreement with China
“This agreement opens the door for the parties to begin discussing and developing new mutually beneficial projects that link education to economic development in China and Vermont,” said Ali Sarafzade, Director of International Trade at the Vermont Department of Economic, Housing and Community Development.
New Act 250 rule for archaeological, historical sites adopted
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: David Mace (802) 828-5229 July 12, 2010 New Act 250 Rule For Archeological Protection Adopted Revised Rule Clarifies Protection Of Archeological Sites and Historic Resources MONTPELIER, Vt. – A new rule for protecting archeological and historical sites during development under Act 250 is in place after a legislative panel signed off [...]
$250,000 in state grants available for planning projects
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: David Mace (802) 828-5229 February 26, 2010 MONTPELIER, Vt. – The state is making roughly $250,000 in grants available to communities across the state for municipal planning and other special projects. Officials at the Vermont Department of Economic, Housing and Community Development announced the Municipal Planning Grants of up to $15,000, [...]
Video: Emergency Board delays decision to raise business incentive cap
The existing cap on incentives is $10 million; the Department of Economic, Housing and Community Development recommends raising the limit to $25 million.
