Cavendish Update 8/24/18 SB Mtg/News/Parent Tips

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8/24/18 Cavendish Update

1. Cavendish Select Board Meeting

2. Cavendish Related News

3. Back to School Tips for Parents of Teens

4. Events

1. CAVENDISH SELECT BOARD MEETING: Select board (SB) meetings are recorded by Okemo Valley TV and are available at their website and on Comcast Television.  Written minutes are available at the town’s website. According to the “Unapproved” Minutes from the August 13th meeting, the following action/discussions took place:

• Several members of the audience complained about the minutes from the July 9th meeting. There was board approval for language amendment but none was provided at the meeting.

• John White, a library board member expressed concern that there wasn't better cell service at the school and would like to see a cell tower installed on the hill behind the school. Note: Many people use their cell phone at the school, library and other locations once viewed as “dead areas.” Check out 9 Easy Ways to Improve Your Cell Phone Signal If you are a Comcast subscriber, using your Comcast Hot spots feature will significantly expand your calling range, provided you are using an iPhone 6 or above or a similar type of Android.

• The SB was informed that the board of Civil Authority voted to change the polling place from the Cavendish Town Elementary School to the Proctorsville Fire Department. This change will take effect in November.

• Tierney Rd residents proposed a road ordinance to block quarrying. Brendan McNamara, town manager, said that the Town Attorney reviewed the proposed ordinance and recommended that the Board not take any action while the court case was still pending.

• The SB accepted the proposal from Springfield Paving for Twenty Mile Rd in the amount of $145,728.04. If funds are left over, they will be used for repairs on Quent Phelan Rd. Note-The condition of Route 131 is a major concern. However, this is a state road and the SB, while they may try to influence the process, have no control over the state’s timetable for repaving this road.

• Approve Liquor Licenses for: La Pizza Lupo (Singleton’s Store) for Aug. 17 and Sept. 21; Vermont Golden Honey Festival on Sept. 8

• Updates were provided on the progress of the Waste Water Treatment Facility.

• Utility line boring will begin on Oct. 8 on the Depot Street bridge and should be completed by Nov. 1. Vtrans will advertise and award bids for the bridge replacement this fall, with construction slated for spring 2019 and the schedule for first use being Oct 2019.

• Approved the renewal of the Solar Bond Anticipation Note in the amount of $309,000.

• The Town Highway Garage construction is on target and should ready for use by the first of November. Note: The Cavendish VT Facebook page is providing photographs of weekly progress on the construction.

• Approved extending the deadline for Tax Appeal Hearings until Sept. 10.

• East Road Culvert project has been completed and the Greenbush Rd. Culvert is currently being replaced and will be completed by the time school opens.

2. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

Water Testing on the Black River: Please check the Cavendish VT Facebook page, which will post the results as soon as they are received.

Thank you to CCCA and Sponsors: In spite of having to cancel several concerts, the 2018 concerts on the green series finished this past Wednesday. Special thanks to the organizer of this event Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), particularly Sharon Huntley and Peter LaBelle, and to the many sponsors that helped make this possible.

CTES to Receive State Safety Grant: Cavendish Town Elementary School will receive a school safety grant of $10,821.75, which they must match up to 25 percent. This round of funding is  for interior and exterior door locks, in-door and outdoor public address systems and other infrastructure upgrades to improve safety. Additional funding will be available for developing emergency plans, training and safety exercises.

GMUSD Board Meeting Aug. 22: During Tuesday night’s Green Mountain Unified School District (GMUSD) board meeting, Joe Fromberger (Andover), produced an email from Brad James of the Agency of Education saying that GMUSD had qualified for the Act 46 transition grant of $150,000, but the Ludlow-Mt. Holly Unified Union School District had not. Doug McBride (Cavendish Representative) agreed with Fromberger. Board chair Marilyn Mahusky (Chester) asked that legal counsel be sought on this. Nursing cuts were revisited and the board agreed to stick with the three-nurse model. Chester Telegraph.

Be Aware of the Cute Caterpillar: The white hickory tussock moth caterpillar has a white, fuzzy body with black spots. Those spots are filled with venom, used as a defense mechanism against predators. "Little black like almost little spines that stick up, and if you touch those they will cause a stinging reaction to your skin.” The caterpillars are found mainly in wooded areas, but also in backyards. They drop down from trees and are in easy reach of children. If you get stung, contact your medical provider as often people get a rash but it can be severe depending on your skin’s sensitivity. WCAX

VT Residents Input Needed on Marijuana Law Survey: Your input is needed on an eight-question survey. Results will be used to inform our communities about the new recreational marijuana law in Vermont (effective July 1, 2018). Participant feedback will also be used to  identify  useful information for communities about safe, responsible use of marijuana by adults.  The survey is anonymous and will take about 5 minutes.

Sponsored by the Green Peak Alliance, a network of partners for healthier communities. Click here to take the survey.

3. BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS FOR PARENTS OF TEENS: Another beautiful Vermont summer is coming to a close, and kids will soon be transitioning from the backyard to the schoolyard. It’s natural to want to trust your teens and give them a healthy sense of independence as they head back to school. But the truth is that while our teens deserve our trust, they also deserve our commitment to helping them stay on track and out of trouble.

It’s important that parents pay extra attention to teens’ behavior during such times of transition. Research shows that teens often literally can’t help but make bad decisions. During the teen years, the part of the brain responsible for making complex judgments is not as mature as the parts dedicated to emotion and motivation. So it’s only natural for emotions and impulses to win out over good judgment. At the same time, the incredible changes that take place in the brain during these years leave it very vulnerable to the effects of alcohol and drugs—meaning that the decisions your teens make now could impact them for life.

Constant monitoring of your teen can seem overwhelming. Instead, identify a few areas of concern that help you set clear boundaries. Here are a few tips you can use to help your teen.

1. Know your teen. Ask questions often and get to know your teen’s friends.

2. Limit access to dangers. For example, keep your alcohol under lock and key and monitor the quantity.

3. Monitor your child when you’re at work or out of town. For example, know your child’s schedule—and have her check in from each destination and when she reaches home.

Learn more helpful tips and strategies to keep your kids and community safe with ParentUp, an initiative of the Vermont Department of Health at http://parentupvt.org. If you think your teen is drinking or using drugs, find information and help at http://parentupvt.org/

4. EVENTS

AUGUST 29 (WEDNESDAY): First day of school. Please drive carefully. The 2018-2019 School Calendar is now available on-line. 

SEPTEMBER 3 (MONDAY): LABOR DAY. School and town office closed.

 For information on upcoming events, go to the Cavendish Connects Calendar. For area events, check the Okemo Valley Chamber of Commerce calendar.  

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Cavendish Update 8/17/18 Primaries/News/Concert

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8/17/18 Cavendish Update

1. Cavendish Primary Election Results

2. Cavendish Related News

3. Raise our Flags Benefit Dinner

Cavendish Concert on the Green has Rescheduled Rick Redington

Events

1. CAVENDISH PRIMARY ELECTION RESULTS: For a primary, Cavendish had a record number of voters-217. While no progressive party ballots were cast, 114 voted the Democratic platform while 103 voted Republican. Note that not everyone voted for all candidate positions, particularly where candidates were running unopposed. Cavendish Republican votes favored Keith Stern (69 votes) over Phil Scott (34) though Scott would go on to win the state’s nomination for Governor. The state Democratic choice for Governor, Christine Hallquist (32 votes) led Cavendish voters by a small margin (James Ehlers 30; Brenda Siegel 21; Ethan Sonneborn 7; and Write in 5).

In a unique situation, H. Brooke Paige will run opposite Sen. Bernie Sander (109 votes) and Cong. Peter Welch (87 votes). Under VT law, he may give his nomination to another candidate. According to his Facebook page, “Your expressions of support and encouragement have been a godsend as my one-man show worked to keep the Democrats from again embarrassing our party by ‘crowding’ the ticket and writing in Democrat candidates on the Republican ballot — preventing the Republicans the opportunity to place worthy, late arrivals on the ballot for the General Election,” he wrote. Paige has begun solicitations for the four state offices, but not the more high profile congressional races.

 For more information on Cavendish results, see the full article in The Dish.

2. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

Water Testing on the Black River: Below are the water tests results for Black River Swimming holes for Aug. 15. Anything above 235 CFU is considered unsafe for recreational purposes. All locations tested safe.

Cavendish Gorge 144 CFU (safe)

Greven Field 260 CFU (safe)

Buttermilk Falls 51 (safe)

Little Ascutney Falls 118 CFU (safe)

Upper Falls Rd Weathersfield 156 CFU (safe)

Please note that swimming is not recommended after a heavy rain. Thank you Black River Action Team for your continue dedication to the Black River and the safety of those who use it.

CHS Summer Newsletter: The Cavendish Historical Society Newsletter is now available at the CHS blog. It contains a very interesting story about a rattlesnake and Dr. Bont.

Fletcher Farm Chrome and Craft Festival: On Saturday, Aug. 18, the Fletcher Farm School for the Arts and Crafts, in association with the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, is sponsoring the Chrome and Craft Festival. In addition to the school’s biannual Craft Festival with over 30 craft vendors, the Chrome part of the show is a collection of classic cars lovingly cared for by local car aficionados. VT Journal

Ludlow Mt Holly Rejects Powden’s Spending:. On Aug. 8, the Ludlow Mt Holly Unified School District (LMHUSD), which is part of the Two Rivers Supervisory Union (TRSU), the other school district being the Green Mountain Unified School District (GMUSD) that includes Cavendish, rejected TRSU Superintendent Meg Powden’s proposal for spending more than $90,000 remaining from a state grant intended to help with the transitions resulting from the Act 46 merger that created two new districts in the Two Rivers Supervisory Union last year. The board voted instead to take its half of the money – approximately $45,500 – and decide for itself how the funds should be used. As examples of such expenses, the board discussed the costs of disposing of the Black River High School building and helping its students with the transition from the school in Ludlow to other schools. Also on the agenda was a discussion of the closing date for Black River High School. Chester Telegraph

 3. BENEFIT DINNER FOR RAISE THE FLAGS IN CAVENDISH: Help raise American flags in both Proctorsville and Cavendish villages. Join us at Murdocks on the Green August 21, Tuesday night for dinner, when a portion of the proceeds will be generously donated to the Raise the Flags project.

Can't make it? Your donation, of any amount, can help make this project a reality and bring beauty and honor to our villages. Donations can be made to:  Cavendish Streetscape Ltd, PO Box 465. Cavendish VT 05142

Honor Someone! You can dedicate a flag to a friend, family member or neighbor for a minimum donation of $35. Check out The Dish for more about this project and to see who is being remembered and honored with this unique project.

 4. CAVENDISH CONCERT RICK REDINGTON RESCHEDULED: The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association invites everyone to the Proctorsville Green for the continuing summer music series on Wednesday, August 22nd at 6:00 p.m. to hear the rocking good sounds of Rick Redington and the Luv. This is a rescheduled concert since Rick was originally scheduled for earlier this season but was rained out.

Whether playing an intimate solo acoustic performance in a coffeehouse setting, or rocking out with his band “The Luv” in a large concert venue, Rick’s performances have something memorable and meaningful for all to share. Rick has recorded with legendary rock and rollers and has had his music used in films and in Ken Burns’ documentaries. No strangers to the Proctorsville Green, Rick and the band have delighted the local Wednesday evening concert goers in past years. This concert is sponsored by The Pointe at Castle Hill.

As always, the concerts are free and open to the public. In case of inclement weather, check the Cavendish Facebook page for news. For more information please call Robin at 226-7736.

5. EVENTS

AUGUST 18 (SATURDAY): Fletcher Farm Chrome and Craft Festival. 10-4 at the school complex on Route 103 on the Cavendish/Ludlow border.

 AUGUST 21 (TUESDAY): Benefit Dinner for Raise Our Flags; 4-9 pm at Murdock’s on the Green in Proctorsville

• GMUSD Board Meeting at the Chester Andover Elementary School multi purpose Room 6-8 pm. For the agenda, unapproved minutes from the last meeting as well as TRSU Policies, go to www.trsu.org and click on the meeting, which appears on the left hand side bar. You will then click on “more details.”

AUGUST 22 (WEDNESDAY): Wed night concert featuring Ric Redington and the Luv, 6 pm Proctorsville Green.

AUGUST 23 (THURSDAY): TRSU Board Meeting (Tenative) 6-7 pm at the Fletcher Farm Roost

AUGUST 29 (WEDNESDAY): First day of school. Please drive carefully. The 2018-2019 School Calendar is now available on-line. 

SEPTEMBER 3 (MONDAY): LABOR DAY. School and town office closed.

 For information on upcoming events, go to the Cavendish Connects Calendar. For area events, check the Okemo Valley Chamber of Commerce calendar.  

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Breaking News: Cavendish Primary Election Results

For a primary, Cavendish had a record number of voters turn out-217. While no progressive party ballots were cast, 114 voted the Democratic platform while 103 voted Republican. Please note that not everyone voted for all candidate positions, particularly where candidates were running unopposed. Results were as follows:

Democratic Party

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders 109; Folasade Adeluola 2

Congress Peter Welch 87; Dan Freilich 17; Benjamin Mitchell 6

Governor Christine Hallquist 32; James Ehlers 30; Brenda Siegel 21; Ethan Sonneborn 7; Write in 5

Lt. Governor David Zuckerman 93

State Treasurer Beth Pearce 90; Write in 1

Secretary of State Jim Condos 93

Auditor of Accounts Doug Hoffer 88; Write in 1

Attorney General T.J. Donovan 86

State Senator: Alice Nitka 97; Dick McCormack 72; Alison Clarkson 70; Write in 1

State Representative Annemarie Christensen 96

Probate Judge Frederick Glover 92

Asst Judge Ellen Terie 75; Jack Anderson 40

State’s Attorney David Cahill 85

High Bailiff Michael Manley 79; Write in 1

Republican Party

US Senator Lawrence Zupan 30; Brooke Paige 27; Jasdeep Pannu 14; Write in 2

Congress Brooke Paige 46; Anya Tynio 27; Write in 1

Governor Keith Stern 69; Phil Scott 34

Lt. Governor Don Turner 71; Write in 1

 State Treasurer Brooke Paige 60

Secretary of State Brooke Paige 55; Write 4

Auditor of Accounts 52; Write in 3

Attorney General Brooke Paige 52

State Senator Randy Gray 64; Jack Williams 55; Wayne Townsend 42

Sheriff Michael Chamberlain 67

Write-Ins were as follows for positions where no one was running for Office

State Representative 7

Probate Judge 3

Asst. Judge 2

State’s Attorney 2

High Bailiff 5

Cavendish Update 8/10/18 News/Concert

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 8/10/18 Cavendish Update

1. Cavendish Related News

2. Cavendish Concert on the Green Sensible Shoes

3. Events

1. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

Water Testing on the Black River: Below are the water tests results for Black River Swimming holes for Aug. 8. Anything above 235 CFU is considered unsafe for recreational purposes. Note that these areas were tested after a heavy rain, when it is more likely that Ecoli levels will be higher than normal. Greven Field and Little Ascutney Falls registered “unsafe” for recreational purposes.

Cavendish Gorge 154 CFU (safe)

Greven Field 260 CFU (unsafe)

Buttermilk Falls 81CFU (safe)

Little Ascutney Falls 260 CFU (unsafe)

Upper Falls Rd Weathersfield 99 (CFU)

Please note that swimming is not recommended after a heavy rain. Thank you Black River Action Team for your continue dedication to the Black River and the safety of those who use it.

Night Paving to Cause Disruption on 1-91: An ongoing paving project on Interstate 91 between Brattleboro and the Massachusetts state line is going to cause some traffic disruption. The night paving beginning the week of Aug. 12 means that northbound and southbound on/off ramps from Exit 1 to Exit 3 will need to be closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. The Brattleboro Reformer reports the different exits will be closed at different times and the closures may last from two to three hours. The closures are weather dependent.

2. CAVENDISH CONCERT : Sensible Shoes: The Town of Cavendish and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association invite everyone to spend an evening listening to the sounds of Sensible Shoes on the Proctorsville Green on Wednesday, August 15th at 6:00 p.m.

Sensible Shoes is a returning regular to the Proctorsville Green and is always warmly welcomed to the gazebo. The four members are drummer and singer Steve Drebber, lead guitarist and singer Tim Utt, bass guitar and vocalist Pooh Sprague, and Barbara Blaisdell on keyboard.

This will be the last of this year’s regularly scheduled concerts that are held on consecutive Wednesday nights in July and August and will be sponsored by Outer Limits Brewery in Proctorsville.  However, due to previous rain postponements, there will be more concerts in August this year. On August 22, Rick Redington and the Luv will perform.

Cavendish encourages all area residents and visitors to join their friends and neighbors in front of the gazebo on the green. Bring a blanket or a comfortable chair, have a picnic, or just lie back and relax on the grass. It’s a fun way to enjoy the summer weather and either reconnect with old friends or make new ones. 

As always, the concerts are free and open to all. For more information please call Robin at 226-7736. In the event of rain, postponement information will be reflected on the Cavendish Facebook page.

3. EVENTS

AUGUST 13 (MONDAY): Cavendish Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda will be posted to the Cavendish VT Facebook page as soon as it becomes available.

AUGUST 14 (TUESDAY): Primary Election Day. Voting will take place at the Cavendish Town Elementary School from 10-7. Note that voting will be in the multi purpose room. Please note that the Town Office will be closed that day

AUGUST 15 (WEDNESDAY): 1st Quarter Property Taxes Due!

• Wed night concert featuring Sensible Shoes, 6 pm Proctorsville Green.

AUGUST 22 (WEDNESDAY): Wed night concert featuring Ric Redington and the Luv, 6 pm Proctorsville Green.

 For information on upcoming events, go to the Cavendish Connects Calendar. For area events, check the Okemo Valley Chamber of Commerce calendar.  

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