AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoCommunity Pride: Winooski’s Pride celebration rolled into Rotary Park with drag performances, games, and fundraising for LGBTQIA+ groups. Arts & Culture: The Carriage Barn at Park-McCullough Reading Series hosted a Bennington-area book launch for Genevieve Plunkett’s new novel, while Southern Vermont’s arts community is also spotlighted in a free Green Mountain Academy talk on the region’s art history. Music for a Cause: Vermont Teddy Bear and bassist Oteil Burbridge teamed up for a limited “Oteil Bear-Bridge” to support Make-A-Wish, tied to a four-city Wish Benefit Tour. Education & Equity: University of Dayton is requiring first-year students to take two AI courses, and Vermont’s own education system is under strain as Barre voters reject a school budget again, setting up cuts to sports and extracurriculars. Housing & Belonging: A Vermont Legal Aid commentary argues homelessness needs a clear path to the affordable housing already funded. Local Governance & Safety: Brattleboro says it won’t collaborate with ICE if officers come to town, while Montclair residents push for safeguards around automatic license plate reader cameras. Health & Workforce: UVM Health announced nearly 200 job reductions as it works to stay sustainable. Civic Life: Green Mountain Transit’s first Bus Week invites riders into the conversation about accessibility and rider experience.
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