As we maneuver, these very challenging times, I will continue to provide you with the most current information that I have, but please realize that things are changing very rapidly. Please stay informed and safe. *Jane WEEK 15 Last Friday, the Governor announced the following: Employees shall not report to, or be allowed to remain
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As we maneuver, these very challenging times, I will continue to provide you with the most current information that I have, but please realize that things are changing very rapidly. Please stay informed and safe. *Jane WEEK 14 Many of the House and Senate committees are continuing to meet. The focus of the committee work
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As we maneuver, these very challenging times, I will continue to provide you with the most current information that I have but realize that things are changing very rapidly. Please stay informed and safe. *Jane WEEK 13 Many of the House and Senate committees met last week and will continue to meet this week, the
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New detections of the emerald ash borer (EAB) in Plainfield, VT have expanded the current infested area in Central Vermont. In addition, two new detections in Sullivan County NH (Plainfield and Langdon) create infested areas that extend into Vermont. The mapped area in Vermont to which “Slow-the-Spread” recommendations apply now includes new areas in Washington, Windsor, and Windham counties. Towns
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Greetings, We hope you and your families are staying safe and healthy. In our note last week regarding forest economy businesses and the Stay Home, Stay Safe order, we mentioned resources we were creating to support you and our vital forest economy businesses. This information is now live on our website. Please click through to
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Get Forester Credits without going to meetings or field training The Northeast Silviculture Institute Online version is now available for VWA members at a 25% discount from the list price of accessing the training materials (discount price is $59.25 for each two-day session instead of the list price of $79). This offer expires in August
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As we maneuver, these very challenging times, I will continue to provide you with the most current information that I have but realize that things are changing very rapidly. Please stay informed and safe. *Jane WEEK 12 In the upcoming weeks the House and Senate will be holding remote committee meetings, the schedule can be
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During an organization’s transitions, it is customary to introduce new leadership. Statements of optimism that provide direction for where the organization is headed. A bit of background and a quick list of hobbies that might assuage any concerns that the proverbial boat will not be rocked during a leadership change. I can’t describe what I’m
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As we maneuver these very challenging times, I will continue to provide you with the most current information that I have but realize that things are changing very rapidly. Please stay informed and safe. *Jane WEEK 11 The Senate has decided to reconvene on Tuesday to try to pass an omnibus COVID-19 bill, as well
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As we continue to mourn the loss of our long-time president, Put Blodgett, we are also, along with the rest of the world, adjusting to our new normal. As our members and friends, you will see changes ahead both in our leadership and in the way we conduct day-to-day business. And, we want you to
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