Two things: Lots going on in the legislature this week, and a story about Marlena,…
Category: Smart Growth
Three Things: Citizen Advocacy Makes a Difference
Three things: the Vermont Citizen Advisory Committee has released a new plan to support Lake Champlain;…
Three Things: Housing, Heat, and Membership
Three things: Read a recent commentary on smart-growth housing by Sustainable Communities Program Director, Kati…
Smart Growth Housing is a Critical Climate Solution
By Kati Gallagher, Sustainable Communities Program Director, Vermont Natural Resources Council How we use and…
VNRC Policy Position: H.68 & Senate Omnibus Housing Bill
KEY TAKE-AWAYS BACKGROUND “Development must be actively guided to the places where we already have…
Location, Location, Location: What is a Land Value Tax?
The Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC) is exploring the potential of a legislative study to…
Why is Vermont’s Administration Back-Peddling on Addressing the Climate Crisis?
The following is a commentary by Brian Shupe, Executive Director, Vermont Natural Resources Council It…
T4VT Coffee & Lobby Day
Wednesday, February 22, 2023 | 8:00 – 10:30 AM Join Transportation for Vermonters (T4VT) at…
Upcoming Sustainable Communities Events, Resources, and Opportunities
Sustainable communities that are inclusive, diversified, and connected are key to strengthening the resilience of…
An Update from the Sustainable Communities Program
by Kati Gallagher, Sustainable Communities Program Director It feels like autumn is flying by over…
Funding to Help Municipalities Ready Areas for New Housing Investments: APPLY BY NOV.1!
In case you’re interested, Bylaw Modernization Grants are available for municipalities interested in funding to update…
Webinar: Learn How to Create Better Places through Crowdfunding on October 19th
Whether you are dreaming of more parks and green spaces, a vibrant main street, colorful public…