AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVermont Elections: Gov. Phil Scott won a sixth term, while Democrat Molly Gray reclaimed the lieutenant governorship. Democrats also restored veto-proof supermajorities in the Legislature. Voters approved a constitutional amendment barring discrimination based on traits including race, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity. UVM Leadership: Elizabeth “Betsy” Dumont, currently provost at UC Merced, was selected as UVM’s next provost and senior vice president, pending trustee approval. Family Services: Aspire Living & Learning acquired SD Associates, bringing four Vermont education, therapy and behavioral-service programs under its umbrella. The teams and services are expected to remain in place, with added resources. Makers’ Weekend: The first Vermont Crafters Expo comes to the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction Nov. 7–8, with demonstrations, workshops and supplies for makers of all skill levels. Rural Climate Work: A UVM Leahy Public Policy Forum showcase brought seven Vermont researchers and entrepreneurs together to share local approaches to climate challenges.
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