AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoFair Policing Clash: Gov. Phil Scott says a Chittenden County sheriff’s deputy violated Vermont’s Fair and Impartial Policing Policy by contacting U.S. Border Patrol during a July traffic stop that led to a farmworker’s detention and deportation. Public Health: Legionella linked to Bardwell House’s water supply in Rutland has been confirmed, with state recommendations issued while property managers plan remediation. Dairy Labor Fight: Sen. Bernie Sanders joined Teamsters at DFA’s St. Albans plant as a judge’s injunction temporarily halts the closure, with workers alleging retaliation for last fall’s strike. Affordability & Taxes: Scott touts refunds tied to a 2025 tax break package and signals more affordability reforms if re-elected, while also reflecting on cross-over voting in the Chittenden County state’s attorney primary. Capital City Quality-of-Life: Vermont State House installs noise machines overnight to deter loitering after safety and sanitation complaints. Local Governance: Milton Selectboard weighs a review of the town charter, potentially leading to voter-approved changes. Housing Finance Angle: A Brattleboro workforce housing project highlights how state low-interest financing can make development pencil out. Business & Community: Burlington hosts its first-ever Navy Week, and a Vermont nonprofit leadership transition at Mercy Connections marks a new chapter.
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