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Municipal Cybersecurity Grant Webinar 10/15 - Sign Up Today!
As cyber threats continue to evolve, local and state governments must strengthen their digital defenses to protect sensitive data, maintain public trust, and ensure operational resilience. In support...
Bill Fraser, 2025 winner of VLCT's Lifetime Achievement Award
2025 VLCT Service Award Winners and Nominees
By Josh Hanford, VLCT Director of Intergovernmental Relations Several hundred people were in attendance on Wednesday at VLCT’s Town Fair 2025 in South Burlington when Mary Ann Goulette, VLCT Board...
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How the Federal Government Shutdown Affects the NFIP
As of midnight on September 30, 2025, the authorization of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has lapsed as part of the government shutdown. Per communications from the Association of State...
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VLCT Submits Amicus Brief in Support of Tunbridge in Trails Case
In a case of widespread municipal importance ( Echeverria et al v. Town of Tunbridge), two owners of a property in Tunbridge have appealed an Orange County Superior Court ruling that the town has the...
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Vermont League of Cities and Towns Launches "Vermont Town Careers" to Strengthen Municipal Workforces
The Vermont League of Cities and Towns (VLCT) is proud to announce the launch of Vermont Town Careers, a new initiative designed to connect talented individuals with meaningful employment...
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National Leader in Political Depolarization to Address Largest Gathering of Vermont Municipal Officials
The cofounder of a national initiative aimed at reducing political polarization across the country will address the largest annual gathering in Vermont next month. UNITE Chief External Affairs Officer...
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Vermont's Small Group 2026 Health Insurance Plan Rates
On September 22, both MVP and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) released their 2026 small group rates by plan. Below are the links to each carrier's summary table. BCBSVT small group plan...
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New Municipal Financing Options in Vermont Law Provide Legislative Bodies More Flexibility
Two exciting revisions regarding municipal finance (in Act 57) took effect on July 1, 2025, thanks to our Advocacy Team’s efforts. They helped secure new provisions of law that allow legislative...