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JULY 2020 2020 Hinesburg INSIDE… American Stories Page 19: New online exhibits at the Community School Shelburne Museum. Graduation BY MARY JO BRACE steps to a decorated raised platform sur- n awesome, cheerful, heart- rounded by flowers, warming and loud receiving removed their mask Aof diploma celebration for the and posed for photos 2020 eighth grade graduating class of taken by family mem- Hinesburg Community School was held bers from inside their One of 60 HCS graduates celebrating a memorable finale! on Thursday, June 11. vehicles. As each stu- VSAC Awards $1.4 Million One at a time, cars, trucks and Jeeps, dent descended the some decorated with balloons and steps, firemen in four fire trucks across To further enhance the celebration, in Scholarships signs, pulled up to the front of the the road beeped their horns, rang si- each graduate’s name was chalked on rens and flashed lights. All graduates re- the side of the school. The road was Page 13: Seven CVU students receive school. Each graduate exited amid mu- scholarships. sic, bubbles, enthusiastic shouting, ceived a gift bag and a bouquet of flow- lined with green and white balloons clapping and dancing from the school’s ers donated by local community mem- and ribbons along with signs with all faculty. The graduates ascended a few bers from their gardens. continued on page 11 Service Directory & Calendar of Events Page 16-17: At-a-glance view of Evening Front Porch Hinesburg community services and events. Observes Brief Noise Connects Memorial Day Hinesburg Neighbors Service BY PEGGY CIOFFI of Hinesburg BY JAMIE CUDNEY “Please join us for some front porch noise making at 7 p.m. to show appre- Local Golf Course is a orch Pictures have become pop- ciation for our health care neighbors, Family Affair ular during the COVID-19 pan- friends and families who are on the Pdemic and, as a pediatric nurse front line — and who need to know Page 24: A tradition of family myself at the University of Vermont how thankful we are, even in the quiet business breathes an unmatched Medical Center, I was interested in of our homes!” energy and togetherness into the exploring how to capture this mo- golf community. ment in time for my neighborhood in The rest is history and every night Hinesburg. On Friday, April 3, we began since, our neighbors are out in unity as our nightly ritual of Front Porch Noise we are physically isolated from each after my neighbor Frank Twarog sent continued on page 12 Veterans Doug Mead, Matt Titus and Rocky out this group text: Harlow stand in front of the monuments on Memorial Day.

small group of citizens gathered at the veterans’ monuments at A10 a.m. on May 25 to observe Memorial Day. The annual Memorial Day service had been canceled be- PRESORT STD cause of COVID-19. Organized by US POSTAGE Rocky Harlow and the Hinesburg Fire PAID Department, a short, patriotic ceremo- HINESBURG, VT ny was conducted with everyone wear- PERMIT NO 3 ing masks and observing social distanc- continued on page 12 PAGE 2 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 3 forced by these challenges. As a mem- found myself targeted by bias and hate- In Support of Bill Hinesburg and Vermont. He deserves TOWN HALL INFORMATION ber of the Vermont Legislature, I look ful attacks on me and my partner. to be reelected and Hinesburg de- HINESBURG.ORG Deadline for our next forward to facing these challenges and serves to have him continue as its Letters I share these parts of my background GOVERNMENT Town Clerk Office: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. fighting for greater social equity and so- Lippert representative. Issue: August 13, 2020 for those of you who may not know cial justice in Vermont. Missy Ross, Clerk/Treasurer, mross@hinesburg. Send articles to: [email protected]. Or of my work for social justice over the I am writing in support of the reelec- Rep. Mike Yantachka, Charlotte- tion of Bill Lippert as Hinesburg’s rep- org 482-2281 ext. 223. call us at 999-2410. Letter Policy During the current pandemic, as chair years, and not as a parallel to the chal- Hinesburg (Chit 4-1) District CONTACTS he Hinesburg Record welcomes of the House Health Care Committee, lenges faced by those targeted by sys- resentative in the Democratic primary Town Administrator Office: Mon.-Fri. 8:00 a.m.- You may also use the drop box at the Giroux on Aug. 11. I’ve had the privilege of 4:00 p.m. Renae Marshall, Town Administrator, home at 327 Charlotte Road to drop off hard letters from local residents and I worked quickly and collaboratively temic racism. US Senators from others who are involved in with Vermont health care leaders to knowing Bill and working with him in Healing Lake [email protected] 482-2281 ext. 222. copy articles and photographs. T Over the years, I have also led success- the Statehouse for the past 10 years. issues that effect our town. The opinions craft COVID-19 emergency legislation Patrick Leahy Town Planner Office: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 ful legislative efforts for highway traffic Contact us at [email protected] for ads prioritizing the health of Vermonters His qualities of leadership, insight, em- Iroquois and (802) 863-2525, leahy.senate.gov expressed in the Letters to the Editor are safety, bias free policing, criminal jus- p.m. Alex Weinhagen, Planner, aweinhagen@ or call us at 482-7227. and our critical health care workforce, pathy, courage and above all integrity, those of the writers. tice reform, prevention of child sexual Growing Our Bernie Sanders hinesburg.org, 482-2281 ext. 225. Deadlines for 2020 while also increasing access to care have characterized his service as your abuse, judicial reform and addressing representative. Bill served as chair of (802) 862-0697, sanders.senate.gov Zoning Administrator Office: Mon.-Fri. 9:00 a.m.- Advertisement/News Publication Date All letters must be signed. Addresses and through telemedicine. opioid addiction. I have supported re- the Judiciary Committee before being Youth 4:00 p.m. Suzanne Mantegna, Administrator, August 13...... August 27 phone numbers must also be provided I am also pleased to have been help- productive rights, gender equity, genet- appointed as chair of the Health Care [email protected], 482-2281 ext. 232. September 10...... September 24 for verification purposes. Addresses and Over the last 12 months I have been ing our Hinesburg neighbors get their ically modified organism labeling and Committee, his current position. US Congressman October 15...... October 29 phone numbers will not be published. working to establish a high school Assessor’s Office Hours: Mon. 8:30 a.m.-11:30 unemployment benefits, directing lo- access to equal public education. rowing club on Lake Iroquois. This Peter Welch, D a.m., other hours by appointment. Lisa Truchon, November 13...... November 27 Letters should be brief. We do not have cal businesses to resources to survive Chairmanship is no easy task. Being Importantly, in all of these legislative project has the support of the Lake (802) 652-2450, welch.house.gov VMPA - NEMRC/Assessor, assessor@hinesburg. January 14, 2021...... January 28, 2021 precise guidelines for length but reserve their mandatory closures, and helping on a committee requires an ability to efforts, I learned that no one person Iroquois Recreation District, the Lake org, 482-2281 ext. 228. the right to edit based on available families find unexpected health and grasp the nuances of issues, and chair- could make change happen, but that in Iroquois Association, and CVU High Our Policies space. To the extent possible, letters mental health care services. ing a committee requires even more in- Hinesburg Recreation Office: Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 should focus on local issues. Other working together, with supporters and sight. No issue, especially controversial School. The recreation district’s board VT Senate Chittenden District a.m. -4:00 p.m. Jennifer McCuin, Recreation The Hinesburg Record is published ten times forums exist for discussions of statewide, What experience do I bring in confront- allies, and a commitment to persevere, ones, is black or white. It is the job of described this club as “exactly what Tim Ashe, P/D - Burlington the recreational district was estab- Coordinator, [email protected], 482-2281 each year by The Hinesburg Record, Inc., a non- national, and international issues. ing these challenges? the once seemingly impossible, could the chair to make sure all sides, no mat- (802) 318-0903, [email protected]. ext. 230. profit corporation, and is mailed free of charge become history-making change. ter how many, are heard. This requires lished to support.” With these cautions, please keep those For decades, long before the pandem- vt.us OTHER INFORMATION to all residents of Hinesburg. ic, I provided leadership in bringing You can count on me bringing all of my knowing who represents those sides, Rowing is a sport that changes lives letters rolling in. Send them via email to and scheduling them to present their Philip Baruth, P/D - Burlington Recycling & Trash Drop-Off Centers: Williston, The Hinesburg Record is not responsible be- [email protected], mail them greater resources to Vermont’s mental battle-scarred experiences — and cel- based on its essential components of yond the cost of advertising for any additions, health care and alcohol and drug treat- ebrated, hard-won successes — to bear case before the committee. Being chair personal physical development, grit (802) 503-5266, [email protected]. Redmond Road; Mon.-Sat. 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; to The Hinesburg Record, P.O. Box 304 also requires listening to all commit- vt.us 872-8111. South Burlington: Landfill Road (off deletions, or typographical errors that may or to 327 Charlotte Road, Hinesburg, VT ment systems — and greater social jus- as we face our present challenges. and teamwork. It has often been de- occur. tice to Vermonters, working both inside tee members respectfully, regardless of scribed as the ultimate team sport. Patchen Road), Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Sat. 8:00 05461, or deliver them to the Record And, I want you to know, that, despite Debbie Ingram, D - Williston and outside of the Legislature. party or position, and building consen- Furthermore, its contribution to the a.m.-3:30 p.m., Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., 872- The Hinesburg Record is not responsible drop box on Charlotte Road. the discouragement and despair that (802) 879-0054, [email protected]. sus that has the support of most if not physical and emotional growth of 8111. CSWD.NET. beyond the printing of corrections for errors in I worked in the Vermont community can sometimes temporarily consume all committee members. This is a job vt.us submitted material. teenagers cannot be underestimated. Environmental Depot: 1011 Airport Lippert Running mental health system, first provid- us, I remain a person of firmly held that Bill does well. And with interest already expressed Virginia “Ginny” Lyons, D - Williston The Hinesburg Record assumes no respon- ing services as a mental health and hopefulness. I am a person who be- Parkway, South Burlington. Weds., Thurs., Fri. Bill has the respect and admiration from adult members of the commu- (802) 863-6129, [email protected]. sibility for claims arising in connection with substance abuse counselor, and lat- lieves that when individuals and com- 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.; Sat. 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. for Reelection of his colleagues in the Legislature. nity, rowing could possibly expand to vt.us products or services advertised herein. er as the executive director of the munities come together, listen to and 863-0480. Dear Hinesburg friends and neighbors, Counseling Service of Addison County. learn from each other, and strategize He works hard for the benefit of continued on page 4 Christopher A. Pearson, P/D - Burling- Letters and articles printed in The Hinesburg Hinesburg Community Resource Center: 51 Ballards Outside of my official duties, I was de- together, that a constructive path for- ton Record do not necessarily reflect the opinions We are living in extraordinarily difficult Corner Road. Rachel Kring, Executive Director, times — facing the profound impact of termined to end the scourge of depres- ward most often emerges. (802) 860-3933, [email protected]. [email protected], 482-4946. Alex of the staff. The staff reserves the right to reject sion and suicide among LGBTQ youth the COVID-19 pandemic on our families, In the meantime, in this extraordi- vt.us Koncewicz is the contact for Friends of Families, copy or letters that are unsuitable for readers by helping to found Outright Vermont, our communities, our health care sys- nary, extended remote legislative ses- and she can be reached at the same number or from a general audience. The staff will not ac- Vermont’s LGBTQ youth-serving state- Michael Sirotkin, D - South Burlington tems, our businesses and economy — sion, I will be continuing my work as cept Letters to the Editor that are unsigned. wide organization, and committed (802) 999-4360, [email protected]. at [email protected]. Hours for and our sense of safety from this invis- Hinesburg state representative. I will myself to ending the deeply hurtful vt.us Hinesburg Food Shelf are Fri. 10:00 a.m. -12:00 ible but devastating virus. And now, in continue responding to your requests discrimination and oppression of les- noon. Tues. 5:30-7:30 p.m. HINESBURGRESOURCE. Subscriptions the wake of the brutal killing of George for help with state government, leading bian, gay, bisexual and transgender ORG One year subscriptions are available for a $15 Floyd, we are simultaneously forced to Zoom committee meetings as the chair Vermonters. Vermont House donation to The Hinesburg Record, Inc., PO Box confront our collective responsibilities of the House Health Care Committee, United States Post Office Hours: Window: Mon.-Fri. 304, Hinesburg, Vermont 05461. Please print for ending the systemic racism that so My desire to serve in the Legislature participating in Zoom debates on the Bill Lippert, D-Hinesburg 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 8:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. the name and address clearly. pervades our society — while also fac- was motivated by realizing that the “re- “floor” of the House, and casting my 482-3528, [email protected] Lobby & TriVendor: Mon.-Fri. 6:00 a.m-6:00 p.m. ing some of the uglier acts of overt rac- ally big Vermont policy decisions” were votes remotely but securely. Mike Yantachka, D-Charlotte/Hines- 482-2292. ism and vandalism that have begun to made at the Statehouse. Volunteer Staff I am honored to be Hinesburg’s state burg Hinesburg Community School: 10888 Route 116, surface within our communities. 482-2106, CVSDVT.ORG/DOMAIN/9 for cafeteria Mary Jo Brace: Finance Officer, Treasurer I was appointed to the Legislature by representative. I ask for the opportu- 425-3960, [email protected]. My decision to run for reelection as Gov. Howard Dean, and for years was nity to continue serving Hinesburg and menu, staff directory, department and team info, Julie Bailey-Wells: Intern, Web Editor vt.us Hinesburg state representative, pre- the only openly gay member of the gen- the state of Vermont. calendar, etc. June Giroux: Managing Editor, Board Member ceded the appearance of either of these eral assembly. I helped craft Vermont’s As always, I welcome you to contact Champlain Valley Union High School: 369 CVU pandemics. But my decision to run for historic civil unions legislation, and Hinesburg Selectboard Mona Giroux: Subscription Coordinator me, Rep. Bill Lippert, at BillLippert@ Road, 482-7100, VSDVT.ORG/CVUHS for calendar, reelection has also been mightily rein- ultimately led the Vermont House in Jean Isham: Business News gmavt.net or at home: 802-734-0593. continued on page 4 Philip Pouech, chair cafe, staff directory, student portal, etc. passing full marriage equality. As an 482-2060, [email protected] Carpenter-Carse Library:. 69 Ballards Corner, Rachel Lapidow: Copy Editor/Proofreader ally, I took the lead to secure nondis- Rep. Bill Lippert, Hinesburg State 482-2878, CARPENTERCARSE.ORG for library hours, Kevin Lewis: Layout, Photo Editing, President crimination protections for transgender Representative Aaron Kimball, vice-chair Vermonters. In each of these battles, I 482-7458, [email protected] services, and online resources. Pat Mainer: Calendar Editor Hinesburg Business & Professional Association: Ray Mainer: Circulation Coordinator Merrilly Lovell 482-5665, [email protected] business directory, membership, news and Olivia Reed-Nye: Intern, Copy Writer events. HBPAVT.COM Cathy Ryan: Vice President, Supervising Editor Tom Ayer Connecting Youth: Chittenden South community- 482-5163, [email protected] Kristin Wahner: Advertising and Billing based organization Coordinator, Secretary Jeff French dedicated to creating a safe and healthy Richard Watts: Special Liaison to UVM 551-9091, [email protected] environment for young people. SEEWHY.INFO Journalism Program CVSD School Board Ray Mainer, Director, 482-3134 Have an ad? 482-7227 or Colleen MacKinnon, Vice Chair, 482- 3266 [email protected]. Have news? 482-2350 or [email protected]. PAGE 4 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 5 not yet registered to vote and you Town Hall will also be open, though and does not tolerate discrimination of between law enforcement and federal that we reduce, rather than widen, the are a current resident of Hinesburg, our intention is to minimize in-person any kind. We, as a town, are committed authorities. well-documented and institutionalized Town News you can do so at olvr.vermont.gov. voting. to social justice. Legislative • Establishing a Social Equity Caucus, gaps in access to health care, financial Your registration will be uploaded with the mission to focus deliber- The second statement is the selectboard’s and educational opportunities, justice to the Hinesburg voter checklist and ately on eliminating systemic racism, Dog Licenses response to the hateful stickers that have communities throughout Vermont, must and security. I will mail you a copy of your Voter improving outcomes for marginal- Town Clerk and Dog licenses are still due and they are been found in our town. This statement Protecting face the challenges of confronting sys- As we respond to public demonstra- Registration Certificate. ized people and creating a vehicle for $10 per dog. There will be no late fees will be posted on the town’s website: temic racism not only by our attitudes tions of support for institutional Vermonters to access their represen- Treasurer We anticipate that every voter will re- for 2020. You can now come to our door Vermonters: Vote and intentions but through our actions. change, for the recognition and disman- II. Response to white supremacy stick- tation, leadership and community. I ceive a postcard prior to the August to get your license rather than obtaining tling of systemic racism, the Legislature BY MISSY ROSS ers: In response to the recent posting of As white legislators, we must be both am proud to be a founding member of primary that they can tear off and re- it by mail. If receiving your license by by Mail & Racial must continue to listen to our commu- racist, white supremacy propaganda on listeners and learners — listening to the Social Equity Caucus. As we are all aware, the impacts of the turn to the clerk’s office to request that mail is still the most convenient for you, public and private property in our com- those Vermonters whose lives have nities of color and racial justice coali- global pandemic continue to influence ballots be mailed to them. Though this Justice We are currently working in these we do ask that you include a stamped, munity, we, the selectboard, as the gov- been targeted by systemic racism, and tions as we prioritize these critical ef- the way we conduct our daily lives, is not yet definitive, it is the likely sce- areas: self-addressed envelope so that we can erning body of the town of Hinesburg, BY REP. BILL LIPPERT, HINESBURG learners as we take actions as allies to forts. Our work to eliminate systemic and the activity here at Town Hall has nario. The primary is scheduled for • S.338, Justice Reinvestment II, which send the license and tag back to you. Vermont, denounce all messages of STATE REPRESENTATIVE our affected fellow Vermonters. racism also requires that we reflect on been similarly changed to reflect safe Aug. 11, and we have four candidates continues reform of our criminal jus- Thank you for taking care of this annual hate and intolerance. We stand with and examine the ways that white privi- operations for community members for the office of Hinesburg’s representa- During this legislative session, we lis- tice system by implementing new poli- responsibility. We appreciate your coop- black and brown people in our commu- lege has permeated both our personal and staff. We have begun to allow law- tive for Chittenden 4-2 vying for a spot Vote by Mail tened and began some of our work to cies around furlough, probation and eration and are here to make it as easy nity and across our country fighting for and institutional lives. yers and paralegals back in to access on the November ballot. Bill Lippert Thank you to everyone who has dismantle systemic racism with: parole. It invests savings in evidence- as possible for you. racial justice. We hear you. We see you. Our work to eliminate systemic racism the land records by appointment. I am will face off against Christina Deeley reached out to share feedback on vote- • The passage of Act 1, establishing a based programming and community Black lives matter. Those individuals will not be completed by passing any now doing notarizations outside, and for the Democratic nomination, while by-mail initiatives. The House and task force to address social equity in supports to ensure successful reen- Property Tax Bills found to have violated laws of defacing one piece of legislation in this single leg- similarly, we can often help you with Sarah Toscano will face Dean Rolland Senate have passed a bill to ensure our statewide academic standards. tries to communities for Vermonters. Property tax bills will be mailed out public or private property and or com- islative session. We will move forward other things like dog licenses, marriage for the Republican spot on the ballot. Vermonters will be able to safely cast This bill works to ensure our next gen- • Examining the use of deadly force by in mid-August as the state is planning mitting hate crimes will be subject to together, however, by starting now, not licenses, tax payments, and water and The polling place will still be open for their ballot by mail for the November eration of leaders have a strong foun- law enforcement, and creating a con- to download the property tax adjust- state and federal penalties. waiting for the “right time” sometime in sewer bills while you wait. Please feel those people who have issues with general election. dation and are learning from a more sistent policy to limit its use to only ment amounts into our grand list on the future. And as we begin to take ac- free to stop by to transact any business registering to vote beforehand or who The third part of our selectboard initia- accurate curriculum that reflects the the defense of human life, and estab- or about Aug. 1. If you have not filed tion, we must understand that this com- with the clerk treasurer’s office that never received their ballots as their tive needs to be formulated in coopera- history, contributions and perspec- lishing oversight, education and eval- your Homestead Declaration, it is not Voting by mail is the safest mitment demands our intentional in- you might need. I am staffing the office addresses were outdated or for some tion with others who have been impact- tives of all ethnic groups and social uation of any force used. too late to do so. You can do it online way to conduct elections in volvement over the long haul. Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We other reason. Obviously, we strongly ed by racism and also those who have groups. • A shared commitment to prioritize ra- through the state tax department or ask that you knock on the clerk’s office encourage people to use the websites expertise in diversity issues. A smaller this time of pandemic. • PR.2, a proposal of amendment to the cial and ethnic minorities and vulner- As always, I welcome you to contact with your income tax return. If you door and we will be right with you! above prior to the election in order group including two selectboard mem- Vermont Constitution removes refer- able, marginalized communities as we me, Rep. Bill Lippert, at wlippert@leg. don’t receive a property tax bill, please bers will begin the work on this part. If By taking this step, we protect the ences to slavery and indentured ser- state.vt.us or at home: 802-734-0593. Heather Roberts was hired as the new to assure their vote-by-mail option is appropriate federal stimulus money contact me at [email protected] for you have input you would like to con- health and safety of Vermont voters vitude and clarifies that these acts assistant town clerk and treasurer, and available to them in order to minimize in this moment of crisis. It is essential continued on page 6 assistance. Thank you and have a won- tribute, please feel free to email Mike and those on the frontlines of counting are prohibited. This action was both began working full-time in June. She has in-person interaction at the polling derful summer! Loner, [email protected], or Jeff the votes. symbolic and practical — remov- been a wonderful addition to our Town place. Tobroke, [email protected]. ing some of the structural language Hall staff. Heather has been involved in The November election will be extreme- Secretary of State Jim Condos has of racism that has remained within many community organizations and is ly busy as it is a presidential election Selectboard III. Long-term action plan worked hard with his staff to prepare our state constitution. The amend- currently a member of the Carpenter- year! Huge numbers of people who only for this election. Once the governor A. Listen to the concerns and challeng- ment was approved by the 2019-2020 Carse Library board. Welcome Heather! vote every four years will be expected Meeting signs the bill, we expect the state elec- es of the community. Legislature, and will require its pas- to turn out to vote, and as we may well tions division will move rapidly to MERRILY LOVELL, sage in 2021 when we must vote on have a second surge of coronavirus B. Coordinate with schools, housing pro- implement the program so a system Elections SELECTBOARD MEMBER it again. In order to finally amend our cases in the fall, the secretary of state’s grams, businesses and residents to begin is online and ready this fall. This is a It is important to check that your vot- state constitution, this amendment office is making adjustments and will The selectboard held a special meeting discussion of a long-term action plan. critically important step as we move er registration is up to date with your must then pass a referendum vote by hopefully be mailing ballots to all regis- on June 10 to respond to current racist through COVID-19 disruptions, and a correct town of residence and current 1. What are the issues that people are Vermonters. tered voters in the state. This will help activities in our town. possible resurgence of cases in the fall. mailing address. You can check your faced with? • Creating a statewide standard and to greatly reduce the numbers at the If you have questions, please reach out. voter registration by visiting My Voter Two statements were decided on: model of a fair and impartial policing polling place and should help promote 2. What supports are in place and what You can always reach me at wlippert@ Page at mvp.vermont.gov. You can ac- policy within Act 41 that (1) protects voter and election worker safety as The value statement is intended to go is still needed? leg.state.vt.us. cess your information through your Vermonters from discrimination at well as increase turnout. There will be on our town website for the foresee- Vermont driver’s license information. 3. How can we ensure all stakeholders the hands of police departments and a secure drop box location at the town able future: Racial Justice and the If you need further assistance, you are invested? (2) limits the sharing of information clerk’s office. More details on this will can contact me via email at mross@ I. Value Statement: The town of Legislature about a person’s immigration status be forthcoming after the August pri- 4. How do we measure or determine we hinesburg.org. Additionally, if you have Hinesburg welcomes people of all rac- are on the right track? The Vermont Legislature, as well as our mary. The polling location at Hinesburg es, ethnicities and sexual preferences

4Letters As a scientist and lifelong environmen- Why isn’t Hinesburg diverse? 4Letters talist, I have reviewed and understand We Hold These continued from page 3 Which activities do you engage in that continued from page 4 the risk of invasive species and the risks Truths lack diversity more so than others? an adult team. of the use of herbicides. My extended Systemic racism can’t be disassembled family has been in agriculture for over a The death of George Floyd ignited a Why do you think that is — What is with one tool in one day. It is compiled Rowing has no impact on the environ- century, and as a veterinarian I am ful- fire for change in our country. There is the relevant history or resource avail- by both physical and mental trauma ment. To the contrary, it is a unique ly aware of the effects of chemicals on a wave of acknowledgment of the 400- ability in other areas for that activity? which has been accumulating between sport that combines power, quiet, livestock. It is clear from the scientific year tower of systemic racism. While (For example: the creation of Yosemite generations within a family or lack of grace, community and a holistic experi- literature that ProcellaCOR has mini- excessive force may not be a pattern National Park for hiking relevance.) family members. It’s not that Black lives ence with the water and the outdoors. mal risk to the environment, wildlife, in our town, the student-led march dis- Is everyone in your family registered to matter more than anyone else, it’s that To date our club has secured the equip- livestock and the human community. played an act of unifying the people of vote? our country has consistently failed to ment, coaching and organization re- Alternatively, milfoil poses an existential Hinesburg with the greater call to ac- uphold its end of the bargain of provid- Which organizations do your family quired to begin rowing this year. We risk to the lake and its native species. tion of our country. ing/supporting the bare minimum of This foreign invasive species, if unmiti- members donate to or volunteer with? anticipated starting in the spring of The reevaluations of the police and rights which allow Black Lives to Matter. gated, will continue to pose a safety risk Who runs them? 2020 but were unable to because of criminal justice system are only pieces I am not a writer. However, as a minority for recreation on Lake Iroquois and ulti- the COVID-19 crisis. Our goal is now to of the necessary path toward address- Does your family understand what a born in this country who has lived out- mately eliminate its use for recreational, start this fall. ing the greater system of racism that wage gap is? What are the effects re- side of this state, my intention is just to educational and athletic programs such It is clear from my research and com- is in place in our country. Many who sulting from this? convey that racial inequalities are very as ours. real on varying degrees, sometimes not munications with others that the mil- live in towns sheltered from the direct Do your children understand the full seen directly with your eyes but still ex- foil infestation will be a tremendous Invasive species are not a part of our personal experiences of racism are ei- extent of segregation and how recent in isting around you nonetheless. hindrance to our use of Lake Iroquois natural environment. I strongly support ther in disbelief of the inequalities, or history it was legally still allowed? during the fall training season. This in- the proposed ProcellaCOR milfoil miti- are wondering what they can do. Here Please continue to do something on Is diversity being represented in the vasive species will make much of the gation program for the sake of the lake, are a few questions that can be asked any scale against racial inequalities. It movies, magazines and books that your lake impossible or dangerous for the its ecosystem and those who enjoy it. in your home to get conversations will be an uncomfortable journey. family enjoys? Who made them? athletes, as well as other recreational Kurt S Schulz, DVM, MS, DACVS started and to be followed up with col- Don’t be silent. boaters, to use. laborative family research: continued on page 5 Laura Saul PAGE 6 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 7 4Legislative that they still have not received their incorrect payments have been told continued from page 5 payments and about the IRS’s poor that they will not receive the additional communication. money they are owed until next year, Fire Business despite the immediate economic crisis The delegation letter asks the IRS to Leahy, Sanders many are facing. The letter urges the address late or incomplete payments, of W.E. Aubuchon Co., Inc. “I’m espe- IRS to immediately begin payments to confusion around payments delivered Congratulations July 4th The Aubuchon cially thankful for our fantastic vendor and Welch Push Vermonters who are owed money. as prepaid debit cards, and the lack HFD would like to wish everyone a hap- partners, who graciously donated their IRS to Ensure All of clear communication from the IRS The letter demands answers to these Graduates py 4th of July. Enjoy the day. Have fun. Foundation sponsorship commitments to our an- that has made recipients susceptible to and other questions, and can be found The Hinesburg Fire Department would And be safe. We want to remind every- nual Aubuchon Foundation golf tourna- Eligible fraud. at tinyurl.com/EIP-Letter. like to congratulate the Hinesburg one that while fireworks may be fun, it Donates to ment, even though we were forced to cancel the event this year. With their In the letter, Leahy, Sanders and Welch Molly Gray (right), candidate for lieutenant Community School’s eighth grade class, is illegal in the state of Vermont to pri- COVID-19 Relief added support we were able to make Vermonters said: “We are writing today because of governor. the CVU Class of 2020, and our member vately set off fireworks. Molly Gray Scott Loftus on their graduation. more meaningful donations to all of the significant delays and confusion Follow us on Facebook at and talk about the future we want for Funds Throughout these relief funds.” Receive Stimulus during the processing and receipt of Good luck to all in your next adventure. HinesburgFireDepartment and be sure to Candidate for Lt. each other. I am appreciative of the the EIPs. We continue to receive re- visit our website hinesburgfd.org. the Northeast As an essential retailer, all W.E. Checks ports from Vermonters who have yet to Governor Holds hard work and creative thinking of the Aubuchon Company store locations volunteers who found a way for us to FROM PRESS RELEASE FROM PRESS RELEASE receive their EIPS after months of wait- have remained open with adjusted ing, including Social Security beneficia- connect with their friends and neigh- hours and intensive COVID-19 related Socially Distant HFD INCIDENT COUNTS BY CATEGORY, MAY, 2020 The Aubuchon Foundation, is donating enator Patrick Leahy (D), ries. In addition, EIPs delivered via pre- bors face to face to have these impor- safety and sanitizing protocols. For over $100,000 to COVID-19 relief funds Senator Bernie Sanders (I) and paid debit cards are causing confusion tant conversations. It’s more important 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 maximum safety and convenience, all Neighborhood throughout the various communities Representative Peter Welch (D) for recipients and financial institutions than ever that we find ways to connect locations offer buy online, pick up in- S and work together.” Gas Leak or Haz Mat Spill they serve within the Northeast. on Friday sent a letter to Treasury tasked with processing withdrawals Conversation Public Assist store with optional curbside pickup. Secretary Steven Mnuchin and IRS from the debit cards. Adding to the de- The hosts met several times in The donations are being distributed to Customers can also save $5 off their Mutual Aid Commissioner Charles Rettig de- lays and confusion is the lack of clear Candidates Utilize Nordhaus’s back yard with members of the following COVID-19 relief funds: the first $30+ order. manding improvements to the and timely guidance to the public and Flooding/Trees/Power Lines Down Massachusetts COVID-19 Relief Fund, Unique, Socially each campaign team to plan the event. W.E. Aubuchon Co., Inc. was founded Economic Impact Payment program. Congressional offices who assist con- Fire-Non Structure the Maine Community Foundation Front Porch Forum was an important in 1908 by William E. Aubuchon, Sr. Delegation offices have heard from stituents with obtaining their EIPs.” Distant Opportunities COVID-19 Emergency Response organizing tool — the announcement Smoke in building or Structure Fire (1885-1971). Over the last 112 years, many Vermonters who are frustrated Fund, the New Hampshire Charitable In addition, Vermonters who received to Connect With Voters was shared on the Five Sisters neigh- Fire or Carbon Monoxide Alarms each generation has maintained the Foundation Community Crisis Action borhood forum leading up to the event, Motor Vehicle Crash with Injuries family business with the same core Fund, the Adirondack Foundation FROM PRESS RELEASE and the route was planned based on philosophy of the company’s founder: Motor Vehicle Crash no Injuries Special Urgent Needs Fund and the the FPF area map. “We walked the route “To serve those who depend on us and n Sunday, May 31 Assistant Medical Vermont Community Foundation beforehand to get the timing down build on our heritage with passion and Attorney General Molly Gray, and count the number of households COVID-19 Response Fund. candidate for lieutenant gov- Graph data supplied by Eric Spivack humility.” O we could reach,” Nordhaus said. “We “It’s a privilege to provide much-need- ernor, joined candidates Gabrielle The company owns and operates 102 wanted to be able to give our neighbors ed assistance to those individuals most Stebbins and Tiffany Bluemle for a HFD responded to 37 calls in May. Aubuchon Hardware locations through- some advance notice of when the can- affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,” Mobile Meet and Greet. The candidates *an example of a non-structure fire would be a telephone pole, car, or grass/brush fire. out New England and upstate New didates would be coming by.” An online said Will Aubuchon, president & CEO walked the Five Sisters neighborhood form allowed neighbors to preregis- York. For more information regarding for three hours, with masks on and ter in order to ensure a visit from the the company’s history, products and standing at a safe distance, to intro- candidates and receive more informa- services, please visit HardwareStore. duce themselves to residents. They tion about each of their priorities and com. were accompanied by a bell ringer, positions. Police three sign holders and several children “We need to develop new ways of do- on scooters and — for a portion of the fic stop on Route 116. The operator was Street for the report of an intoxicated Community Bank ing so many things,” Nordhaus said. route — a small dog. Incidents issued a ticket for cell phone use and driver. One individual was arrested for “Door-knocking and house parties just was cited for driving with a criminally DUI. N.A. Supports The tour was organized by support- aren’t safe right now. We were looking June 1 suspended license. ers and Five Sisters residents Trine for a creative way to create safe, human 3:40 p.m. Officers responded to a resi- June 11 Pathways Bech, Dawn Moskowitz and Jessica connections with these amazing candi- dence on Route 116 for a family fight. It June 6 Nordhaus who are committed to help- 7:45 p.m. Officers responded to dates. I’d say we succeeded.” was later determined to be a verbal ar- 12:05 a.m. An officer responded to Mechanicsville Road for the report of Vermont ing Democratic women get elected gument only. to office. “We agreed that we were all Candidates walked a preplanned Magee Hill Road for a noise complaint a motor vehicle crash involving a deer. FROM PRESS RELEASE equally tired of virtual meetings and route, beginning at Catherine Street June 2 involving possible gun shots. Fireworks There were no injuries. ommunity Bank N.A. recently pre- passionate about the candidacy of our and ending at Caroline Street, through were later determined to be source of 1:50 p.m. Property stolen from a parked June 12 sented Pathways Vermont with neighbors Molly Gray for Lt. Governor, Burlington’s Five Sisters neighbor- the noise. vehicle on Route 116 was reported. 2:42 a.m. An officer responded to a $5,000 donation to support its as well as Tiff Bluemle and Gabrielle hood, where they met and spoke with 9:05 p.m. Officers responded to North C annual Community Breakfast, which Stebbins for House Chittenden 6-5. We residents at about 30 households who 5 p.m. An officer investigated vandal- Richmond Road for a single motor ve- Road for a noise complaint involving was to be held in May. Due to COVID-19 love our neighborhood; it’s filled with came out to their porches, lawns and ism to a motor vehicle on Green Street. hicle crash. possible gun shots. restrictions, this year’s breakfast went involved and community-oriented peo- driveways to greet the candidates. 11:30 a.m. An officer investigated a citi- June 4 June 8 virtual and evolved into a Housing is ple. We wanted to offer a safe way for Organizers requested that everyone zen dispute at Kelley’s Field Road. One Healthcare fundraising campaign, and our friends to meet the candidates and wear facial coverings and keep a six- 11:15 p.m. Officers conducted a welfare 9:40 a.m. An officer responded to the individual was cited for aggravated dis- Community Bank was again honored to hear a little bit about what they stand foot distance from candidates, volun- check on Pine Shore Drive. Mobile station on Commerce Street orderly conduct. sponsor the nonprofit. for.” teers and neighbors. The candidates where an individual was trespassed June 5 2:08 p.m. Officers responded to the safely handed out campaign literature from that location for improperly using Pathways Vermont helps people live Molly Gray said, “Every day I speak 12:07 p.m. An officer conducted a traf- Community Bank on Ballard’s Corner and each walked with a campaign vol- the gas pumps. and thrive in the community at times with Vermonters about the issues most Road for an activated distress alarm. unteer who carried the candidate’s in their lives when they are most dis- important to them, hear their stories 12:25 p.m. Officers assisted Hinesburg sign. 6:18 p.m. Officers investigated the re- tressed: when they are struggling with Fire Department with a car fire on port of a vehicle leaving the scene of an thoughts of suicide, or are experiencing Advertising and news Route 116. accident on Route 116. One individual homelessness, incarceration, institu- deadline is August 13 for June 9 was arrested for DUI. tionalization, mental health struggles or the next issue. Publication 12:25 p.m. A be on the lookout for er- June 13 substance abuse challenges. Pathways ratic operation was reported. An offi- Vermont is the first and largest Housing 10 a.m. Officers responded to a two- cer located and stopped the vehicle on First organization in Vermont, provid- date is August 27. Call 482- car motor vehicle crash on Route 116. Shelburne Falls Road. No action was ing permanent housing without require- Injuries were reported. 7227 for more information. taken. ments or barriers. June 15 Material not received by 6:10 p.m. Officers responded to a bur- “We are thrilled that Pathways Vermont glary alarm activation on Commerce 6:10 p.m. A two-car motor vehicle crash was able to ensure its annual fundraiser deadline will be considered Street. was reported on Route 116. No injuries still took place and evolve into an on- were reported. line fundraising campaign,” Community for next issue. June 10 continued on page 8 9:30 p.m. Officers responded to Silver PAGE 8 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 9 4Library I already do. We are sharing relevant adult online programming from other Recreation Library continued from page 8 sources on our Facebook page and ity to do in-person programming, we we think our mystery book club may be soon meeting outside AT A SAFE Together!” $50 gift certificate to Papa ers. Join Ms. Jen for stories, songs and haven’t scheduled anything. I don’t Library Hours: DISTANCE from one another, so visit Fourth of July Nick’s games that are designed to promote know about you, but I don’t want to our website for more information about Please check the website for updates early literacy skills in a fun environ- spend MORE TIME on a computer than Best Business Float — $50 gift certifi- how to join them. Home Float on opening, and see below regarding ment. Please email jen@carpentercarse. cate to Jiffy Mart Celebration and appointments. org to be added to our email list (Zoom Best Float — $50 gift certificate to Good Phone: 802-482-2878 invitations will be emailed weekly). You Times Café can also check out our prerecorded Awards Address: 69 Ballard’s Corner Road, video storytimes on the Carpenter- Best Antique — Classic Vehicle — $50 Hinesburg 05461 Commentary BY JENNIFER MCCUIN gift certificate to Automotion Carse Library website. Website: carpentercarse.org the basis of Howard Frank Mosher’s he Hinesburg Recreation Best Pet — $50 gift certificate to Summer Reading Email: [email protected] Vermont’s Mixed 1989 “A Stranger in the Kingdom.” Commission is excited to an- Grateful Dog Grooming Program 2020 Tnounce that although we are Best Tractor — $50 gift certificate to History on Race The 1931 Vermont “eugenics law” tar- unable to sponsor the traditional pa- Aubuchon Hardware Library News Our Summer Reading Program theme geted “idiots,” “imbeciles,” and “feeble- rade and fireworks, we have a plan this year is “Imagine Your Story!” BY BILL SCHUBART minded” and “insane” persons, permit- for the next best thing: a Home Float Best Costume — $50 gift certificate to We reopened our doors on June 15 by ting the state to castrate or sterilize Hinesburgh Public House appointment, and hope to continue to Imagine Your Story reading logs ike many Vermonters, I’ve been people deemed as such. UVM formally Celebration! Show your July 4th spir- and sign-up forms are available on it by decorating a float or yard — or offer very individualized, boutique li- watching with pain and empathy apologized for its leadership position Best Horse and Rider — $50 gift certifi- brary services to a small number of the library patio, and while you’re the protests unfolding in count- even make it a neighborhood effort! cate to Paisley Hippo L in the racist “science” and promotion here, check out Jack’s Magical Book One tradition that we’ll be able to keep visitors at a time. Let us know when less cities and towns across the coun- of eugenics which went well beyond Best Decorated Bike — $50 gift certifi- you want to visit and we will make an Beanstalk where you can add titles try. Watching the murder of George the intellectually challenged. It was is awarding prizes to the best themes you’ve completed all summer as well as (see below for details). In the past, cate to Hart & Mead appointment for you. Depending on the Floyd has called on me to explore my also the well-documented subtext for way the case numbers go, we may open check out what your friends are read- own white privilege and intersectional- our local businesses have generously Want to share your address so that excluding blacks and other people of more fully or go back to curbside de- ing. You can also plant your own bean ity perspective. donated gift certificates — but this people can cruise by in a vehicle to color. Vermont’s own Calvin Coolidge livery only. We want everyone to have stalk in the library garden and make year, thanks to sponsorship by Wahl check out your home float on July 4? Last week, some 200 Hinesburg young embraced the popular science when things to read, yet we also don’t want a tag to label your plant. Throughout Landscaping and Waitsfield Champlain (being social, but distant, of course)? people, families, and other citizens in 1924 he declared, “America must be people to congregate in large groups the summer, stop in to water and Valley Telecom, our local businesses Email it to [email protected] by walked Route 116 between Lantman’s kept American. Biological laws show … until a vaccine is found. If you want a weed your plant, and in August we will will be treated to something different, midnight on July 1 so that we can in- Market and NRG Systems in peaceful that Nordics deteriorate when mixed new books dispatch, we plan to start harvest these magical beans for the too. A reverse-gift certificate, if you will! clude you on a list of sites on the town protest both of the murder of George with other races,” and, as president, he that this month, so shoot us an email at Hinesburg Food Shelf! Spend your $50 gift certificate at your website and Front Porch Forum. Floyd and the deep and residual culture supported the Immigration Act of 1924 favorite local shop, service station or [email protected] and we will Summer 2020 is going to be different in of racism in America. that restricted immigration from cer- restaurant. We are so appreciative of Happy Fourth of July, Hinesburg — We get you on the list. many ways and this will be true for this tain areas. Any of this sound familiar? In Vermont, we like to imagine our- the support by the businesses in this ARE in this, together! year’s Summer Reading Club events. Thanks, and stay safe and be excel- selves a welcoming community, and for Growing up in the ’50s and going to community over the years and they de- Right now, it looks like we might be lent to each other, your friends at much of our history we have been and Morrisville’s Peoples Academy, our serve our recognition! able to hold some of our events out- Concerts in the Carpenter-Carse Library. are. But as we congratulate ourselves spring event was a “Kake Walk,” a par- doors at the library, though changing ody of a racist and humiliating amuse- Sign up for Hinesburg’s July 4th Home guidelines from our health officials may on our professed belief in racial equal- Float competition at hinesburgrec.com Park Canceled Library Calendar ity and our historical abolitionist ef- ment staged by slaves for their own- indicate a switch to online/virtual pro- ers. The “owners,” the king and queen Please email a photograph or video to Sadly, our beloved Hinesburg Concerts gramming. Visit carpentercarse.org to forts, honesty calls us to remember the in the Park sponsored by WCVT and Youngster Virtual dark underbelly of racism and econom- of Kake Walk, sat in large chairs and [email protected] by midnight read full descriptions of all our events watched as students dressed in black- on July 5 for your chance to win a prize! Wahl Landscaping have been canceled and to register online. Once you are ic privilege that persists even today in for the 2020 summer season. We remain Storytime Vermont. face and tuxedoes — their slaves — Judging will take place first thing on signed up, we will keep all participants high-stepped toward them in pairs with July 6, with awards going to: committed and hopeful for their return Tuesdays 9:30-10 a.m. informed of any necessary changes. My French-Canadian grandmother, Elise in the summer of 2021! Many thanks to their arms pitched up and way back. Join us every Tuesday morning via Email [email protected] with any Couture — the moral beacon in our Best of Parade — $50 gift certificate to our sponsors for shifting gears and sup- The grand prize for the highest step- Zoom for a virtual storytime! Virtual questions or call us at 802-482-2878. family for 101 years — recalled for us Lantman’s porting our Fourth of July Home Float pers was a “plantation cake.” As a mid- storytimes are geared toward chil- July 1, 10-11:30 a.m. Vermont Institute the Klan’s activities in her hometown dle-school student I remember sneak- Best Theme-Related — “We Are in This Celebration this year! dren ages infancy-6 and their caregiv- of Natural Sciences presents “Animal of Morrisville. “It was so silly, really,” ing into the auditorium and watching Myths and Legends” she would chuckle, “those grown men seniors audition for the spectacle. riding around town dressed in sheets. Hence the name Kake Walk which per- lessness in Vermont while also provid- ease — therefore our work has taken July 8, 10-11:30 a.m. Fairy Tales and 4Business We all knew who they were. Morrisville sisted in Vermont in my childhood and ing assistance and guidance to those in on even greater importance,” Pathways Fairy Houses! didn’t have any black people or Jews, at UVM until 1969. continued from page 7 need.” Vermont Development Director Pat July 15, 10-11:30 a.m. Dance with so they rode around the homes of Gallagher said. “Remarkably, during More recently, Vermonters remem- Bank Commercial Banking Officer David “Pathways Vermont is providing vi- Ashley! Quebecois, Italian and Irish — most of this crisis, our team has housed 41 Blow said. “Community Bank is happy tal housing, care and supplies to its us, in fact. And when the sheets came continued on page 10 households and counting, and now, July 22, 10-11:30 a.m. Quest to find the to join this important cause and virtu- service recipients, many of whom are off, we all were their customers, em- more than ever, it’s clear that hous- Dragon Eggs! ally support such a deserving organiza- particularly vulnerable to this new dis- ployees, and friends … so silly.” In tion that helps end and prevent home- ing is health care. Having access to July 29, 10-11:30 a.m. A Hero’s Tale 1916, D.W. Griffith’s silent film “Birth of housing and support will help those a Nation” played in theaters across the we serve weather this storm with a StoryWalks country, including Morrisville’s Bijou roof over their head and food in their Theater. fridge.” When your family is out for a walk this summer, keep an eye out for While many businesses have tempo- The hugely successful film is StoryWalks! Carpenter-Carse Library rarily closed, Pathways Vermont has will install children’s stories (laminated often credited with the continued to provide vital care and cards mounted on wooden stakes) genesis of the Ku Klux Klan. supplies to its recipients, many of along a path or trail that you can read whom are particularly vulnerable to while taking a walk and enjoying the In 1968, when I was 23, I followed the COVID-19. During this crisis, Pathways great summer weather! Check Irasburg incident. Just three months to Vermont’s Housing First team has carpentercarse.org for specific after Martin Luther King’s assassina- tirelessly worked to ensure Vermonters locations and stories throughout the tion, a Glover man, Larry Conley, fired who once experienced homelessness summer. shots into the living room of The Rev. now have a safe place to call home. David Lee Johnson, his partner and her For more information on Pathways Adult Programming daughters. Conley was charged with Vermont, or to donate, please visit breach of the peace and was fined $500. pathwaysvermont.org. Adults: we haven’t forgotten you, but But the interracial couple was fined with the nice weather and the inabil- $125 for adultery and they left the state Community Bank N.A. is a Member Pictured from left to right: Branch Manager Jon Roddy, Trust Market Manager Sean continued on page 9 soon after the incident. The story was Houghton and Teller Sarah Robert. FDIC and Equal Housing Lender. PAGE 10 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 11 4Commentary Vermont Partnership for Fairness and Force brought into being last week by without the flourishing of the flags, fire episode in U.S. naval history to the nating as attending the commissioning continued from page 9 Diversity. This study, however, unlike executive order and led by Executive truck sirens, flatbed-riding band music, third USS Vermont vessel by intoning of a submarine named the USS Vermont Seguino’s more comprehensive ear- Director of Racial Equity Xusana Davis. tractors, candy-tossing volunteer fire- the legacy of Admiral George Dewey, a could be, all the pomp and circum- fighters, and enthusiastic spectators Montpelier native. The battleship USS ber the Kiah Morris case in which lier one, assessed only Vermont State Admirably, Vermont businesses, organi- stance might have also anchored a mobbing the roadside, we’re resigned Vermont (BB-20) was the second U.S. Vermont’s lone black female legisla- Police stops and not those by all our zations and agencies have been, for the memory of Vermont history in the mak- to appreciate that at least Old Glory Navy ship named USS Vermont, and tor was harassed by a Bennington many local departments, sheriffs and last few years, issuing and publishing ing. Besides, an added attraction was still waves and ships still sail. Absent was part of Teddy Roosevelt’s Great white supremacist, Max Misch, to the deputies. statements on inclusion and diversity. the public Submarine Force Library the parade and the flash-bang of the White Fleet that followed in the after- and Museum outside the main gate of point where, fearing for her safety, Vermont’s Fair and Impartial Policing Governing boards are scrambling to in- fireworks at night, the flags displayed math of Admiral Dewey’s historic role the New London submarine base on she resigned her seat. To date, little of Policy, focused largely on cooperative clude more diverse trustees. along the parade’s route when driving in the Spanish-American War. BB-20 was the Thames River. COVID-19 was de- what made Misch’s racist intrusion in immigration enforcement, has wobbled The hard questions Vermonters will through town is the next best thing. decommissioned in 1920. clared a national emergency on March Morris’s life entirely legal has changed through several iterations but provides have to ask themselves and their lead- 13. On March 17, much like the invita- in Vermont, despite outcries. some legal basis for racial equity in No doubt everyone will love Pre-COVID-19, I assumed, as everyone ers now are: Postponement of commissioning. tion to the commissioning ceremony, I In a 2017 study of police stops con- policing. Hinesburg’s Fourth of July parade and did, a steady-as-you-go attitude to per- Invitation to commissioning. Will this flurry of racial equity ap- fireworks next year; however, it’s obvi- sonal plans in the beginning of 2020, received an equally brief and efficient ducted by UVM Professor Stephanie In 2018, the Legislature passed Act 9 Remarkably, that invitation, but for pointments, commissions, and studies ous everybody’s 2020 personal plans and was more than encouraged by an release Feb. 20 declaring “Reservations postponement notice in the mail. All Seguino, black drivers were four times establishing a Racial Equity Advisory the ship name, date and event loca- amount to more than just lip gloss and were impacted differently as events advertisement incorporating a photo Closed for USS Vermont Commissioning bets of our attending the commis- more likely than white drivers to be Panel “to advise the governor on strat- tion, is identical to the one I kept from will it succeed in changing Vermonters’ were canceled across the board due to of an anonymous looking Virginia-class Ceremony” due to an overwhelming sioning ceremony were off. The USS stopped and searched by Vermont po- egies for remediating systemic racial the commissioning of the USS Lake mixed feelings on racial equality in the social distancing requirements, includ- submarine coursing over the surface of public response. Vermont was administratively, and so lice. The study also found that 56% of disparities in statewide systems of gov- Champlain (CG 57) in July 1988 in the Green Mountain State? ing those reserved summertime events the sea in the Jan. 22-29 issue of Seven officially, commissioned the weekend of black drivers searched were found with ernment and report progress to the I received a 4 inch by 5 inch invitation Port of New York, an Aegis guided such as graduations, reunions and wed- Days. April 18, 2020 as scheduled. contraband, compared to 67% of white legislature.” How do our mixed feelings on race to the commissioning ceremony in the missile cruiser home ported in San drivers searched. Progress has been compare as a problem to our equally dings, and those individual dates set mail on Feb. 27 with instructions to ob- Diego today. The previous USS Lake In the case of the commissioning cere- made according to a 2018 study by the The latest effort is a Racial Equity Task mixed feelings on ensuring equal eco- aside for vacation or a short trip. “USS Vermont Commissioning tain tickets. The invitation was an act of Champlain (CV 39), an Essex-class air- mony for the USS Montpelier (SSN 765) nomic opportunity at the expense As far back as Sept. 18, 2014, I had set Events Announced!” the simplicity and a formality. The stiff pa- craft carrier, was the recovery ship for in 1993, an LA-class submarine, the ceremony show did go on. Confronted of our own privilege and our lack of aside a notion of attending the commis- headline read. per stock displayed an economy-sized this country’s first manned space flight progress in equalizing opportunity for sioning of the USS Vermont. That was color image of an unfurled commission- lifting Alan Shepard and the Mercury with severe local weather instead of a ing pennant, a thin whip of a red, white spacecraft from the Atlantic in May, nationwide emergency, the location of Vermonters of all colors by addressing the day the secretary of the Navy an- The commissioning ceremony was and blue flag with seven white stars. In 1961. the ceremony was moved from a pier to expanding poverty (68K), hunger (70K), nounced the next submarine to be built set for Saturday, April 18, at the Naval the ceremony, as the commissioning an aircraft hangar in Norfolk, Virginia, homelessness (11K) and the medically would be the USS Vermont (with the Submarine Base New London, in I held the prospect of taking sever- pennant is released atop a ship or sub- where 1,800 guests, including Vermont uninsured (20K)? classification of SSN 792) in a naming Groton, Connecticut. All Vermonters al grandchildren with us to the USS marine’s surface mast, the vessel for- Senator Patrick Leahy, attended (“New ceremony at the Lake Champlain Navy were welcome, although attendees had Vermont commissioning close to my All progress is incremental. But be- mally becomes a U.S. Navy ship of the Submarine Joins Fleet from a Hangar,” Memorial, next door to the ECHO Lake to RSVP. I requested tickets on Feb. 2, chest. I hadn’t gone so far as to men- tween the racial implications of the fleet. The Flagship, April 1, 1993). pandemic and George Floyd’s televised Aquarium and Science Center. Several timely enough as WCAX posted a news tion the idea to their parents. As fasci- death at the hands of a racist police years later, it’s commissioning got clos- team, the power of the present is di- er to gaining a spot on the calendar fol- rectly in front of us. Let’s hope it will lowing the submarine’s christening in propel us and our leaders into turning New London, Connecticut, in October 4HCS Graduation 2020 of 2018. Governor Phil Scott attended. the corner on racial equality and creat- continued from page 1 ing a level economic playing field for Besides the breaking of a bottle of spar- the benefit of all Vermonters. kling wine against the bow, 14 gallons of the graduate’s names. Many big of Lake Champlain water were shipped trucks and other motorists driving down and poured over the hull to com- by joined in the festivities by honking Huzzah! USS memorate Vermont being the 14th state horns, helping give the 60 graduates of the union. At that time the commis- a memorable finale to their Hinesburg Vermont sioning ceremony was tentatively set Community School experience that for the spring or summer of 2020. had such an unexpected ending due to BY ROGER DONEGAN Post-christening, while the infinite de- COVID-19. f 2020 was a poker game, COVID-19 tails of fitting out the USS Vermont con- Prior to this celebration, a virtual bluffed at first, but by June it held a tinued, from assigning a submarine 45-minute graduation ceremony was Istraight flush to wipe everything off crew to conducting sea trials, Vermont available to be watched from their the calendar to date. The cancellation Teddy Bear produced the Classic SSN- homes. Speakers from the eighth grade of Hinesburg’s Fourth of July Parade 792 Dewey Bear. The limited-edition class were Jack St. Peter and Nisha and fireworks really takes the cake. collectible was in need of a marketable Hickok. Co-principals John Pontius and As COVID-19 became more of a reality, name to compliment the USS Vermont Suzan Locke spoke about their futures some held out cautious optimism for emblem proudly embossed on the front and special guest speakers included normalcy to return by Independence of the teddy bear’s T-shirt. The name Chris Tebbetts, Peter Welch and Patrick Day. As the holiday comes and goes “Dewey” links a noteworthy Vermont Leahy. This fantastic celebration was made possible by HCS faculty, staff and par- ents — you should all be applauded for this wonderful send-off. We salute you the Class of 2020! PAGE 12 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 13 navigate. But having an opportunity to 95% of Vermonters. It currently offers Best Kept Secret on Falls Road take at least one course for free at the 600 courses each semester in subject Education Community College of Vermont — and areas that include allied health, com- About 2 miles toward Shelburne on Falls Road you will find one of Vermont’s fin- access CCV’s college and career re- puter information systems, art and est perennial and annual gardens at Fox Run Flowers at 2041 Shelburne Falls sources – can help this class who has design, biology and a wide variety of Road. This spring over 2,000 daffodil boquets were free for the taking at the self- VSAC Awards $1.4 McClure endured a lot in their senior year.” courses in the humanities and social service roadside stand. Right now the peonies are in full bloom. Don’t miss ‘em! Any student who registers for a course sciences. And, as part of the Vermont Million in Foundation Gifts at CCV is assigned an academic advi- State Colleges, CCV students and their sor who can help them identify goals, coursework can transfer to the VSC, Scholarships to a Free CCV choose the right class and connect the University of Vermont, Champlain to support resources. At a time when College and other colleges and univer- High School Course to Entire their access to high school-based coun- sities outside of Vermont. selors and advisors is ending under “In every corner of the state, in every Seniors VT High School unanticipated conditions, this opportu- graduating class, there are young peo- nity will connect students to support- ple wrestling with the question of what Seven CVU Students Class of 2020 ive advisors who can help chart next comes next,” says Dan Smith, presi- Receive Scholarships FROM PRESS RELEASE steps in the context of today’s econom- dent & CEO of the Vermont Community ic realities. Foundation, of which the McClure FROM PRESS RELEASE s school districts across the “As Vermonters, we should collective- Foundation is an affiliate. “That is truer state say goodbye to the this year than any other. Our message ermont Student Assistance ly find hope in the talent and poten- Vermont high school Class of to them is that when it comes to learn- Corp. has announced it has A tial of the Class of 2020,” says Carolyn 2020, the McClure Foundation today ing, you’re not done yet. There is hope awarded over $1.4 million in Weir, executive director of the McClure V announced a graduation gift for every for the future if you take this simple Foundation. “We are eager to see them scholarships to graduating high school member of that class. Every graduating grow and for them to help us build the step. The state of Vermont can’t ab- seniors to continue their education af- senior, no matter their circumstances, just, sustainable Vermont we all dream sorb one more year where the talent of 4Front Porch Noise COVID-19 pandemic and I wanted to 4Memorial Day Service ter high school. will be eligible for a free course of their of. This gift to the Class of 2020 is a con- young Vermonters is left on the table. I capture this moment in time for my continued from page 1 In addition to the scholarships for choosing at the Community College of continued from page 1 crete way of saying: we are invested in encourage us all to join hands around neighbors and offered up my services high school seniors, VSAC has also Vermont this fall. ing. Six fire trucks were parked across you. You make Vermont better, and we that message.” other. The Front Porch Noise or Porch with one rule: come as you are. I want- awarded over $4.6 million in scholar- the highway from the monuments “Congratulations, Vermont high school want to make Vermont better with you.” The McClure Foundation envisions a Music at 7 p.m. took on more mean- ed to capture our neighborhood ritual ships to college students returning to while department members lined up class of 2020 — despite all the uncer- Vermont where no job goes unfilled for ing when Frank Twarog lost his mom in a candid way ... sweats, flannels, school this fall. The McClure Foundation is proud to in front of the trucks standing six feet tainties these past months, you’ve to COVID-19 on the morning of April 13 jeans, yoga pants and slippers, a true partner with CCV in making its com- lack of a qualified applicant and where apart. Scout Master Norman Smith VSAC administers 150 scholarships on completed senior year,” says Barbara at her home in Massachusetts, while reflection of a moment of time with mitment to the Class of 2020. CCV has college and career training contrib- of Troop 690 carried the national flag behalf of state organizations, the fed- Benedict, president of the McClure Frank’s dad was in the hospital fight- each family at 7 p.m. the capacity to serve every graduating utes to greater equity and resilience. and Scout Jackson Tellstone held the eral government, civic groups and indi- Foundation. “Celebrate this moment. This gift builds on the $400,000 it has ing COVID-19 himself and unable to be Despite the stress and fear of the cir- Scout Master Norman Smith, Scout Jackson senior with robust online course offer- troop flag. Scout Master Ed Mathews Tellstone and Scout Master Ed Mathews viduals. Scholarships range from $500 We want continuing your learning and continued on page 14 at the side of his wife of 57 years. Now cumstances of living during a pan- ings and locations within 25 miles of also attended. The three veterans stand with the colors at the Memorial Day to $12,500 and many are renewable for exploring your interests to be as easy our nightly tradition represents appre- demic, each family has found so much ciation, unity and remembrance. present represented various conflicts. ceremony. up to four years. as possible. You deserve something joy in these moments together each Rocky Harlow served in Iraq, Africa you can count on.” Scholarships — like grants — are finan- Porch Pictures are evening, and neighbors are con- and Kuwait; Matt Titus was in Iraq; Day in 1950. The monument on the cial aid that don’t need to be paid back; The foundation’s gift will cover tuition trending nected even when we are physi- and Doug Mead represented Vietnam right pays tribute to veterans of the however, scholarships, unlike grants, and fees associated with any course during the cally apart. veterans. They all gathered to honor Korean War, Vietnam War and Desert are competitive, meaning that eligible students choose to take, including veterans living and dead and the vet- Storm and was dedicated on the applicants vie for a limited number courses that are part of shorter-term erans named on the two monuments. Fourth of July in 2003. of awards. Scholarships are typically certificate programs that prepare stu- Standing in front of the monuments, It was significant to have concerned based on factors unique to each schol- dents for skilled jobs. Becoming a stu- Mr. Harlow, a retired member of the citizens of Hinesburg recognize arship, including residency, degree pro- dent at CCV is simple. CCV requires United States Air Force and a member Memorial Day in a way that honored gram or major, academic achievement, no application fees, no essays, no ref- of the Vermont Air National Guard, the day while still observing all rec- extracurricular activities, and in some erence letters and no standardized called the group to attention and to ommended health guidelines. The or- cases, financial need. test scores. Students will be able to present arms, a.k.a. to salute. At that ganizers and participants are to be enroll until Sept. 4 and can visit ccv. VSAC awarded 800 scholarships to 583 point 17 members of the fire depart- commended for their initiative and edu/2020gradgift to learn more about graduating seniors: ment stood at attention and saluted. patriotism. the opportunity. Doug Olufsen played taps. There were Seven seniors at Champlain Valley Union It was disappointing to have the usual “I want to thank the McClure no formal speeches, but the brief cer- High School will receive a total of $21,400: service canceled because of the pan- Foundation for this generous gift to the emony was solemn and moving. Noah Allen, Dominic Begue, Matisse demic. It would have been nice to Class of 2020,” said Governor Phil Scott. Begue, Lily Michalak, Mykala O’Farrell, Afterward, the three veterans re- honor our veterans and police and fire “The uncertainty caused by COVID-19 Akylai Orozbekova and Jake Twarog. mained together in front of the monu- and rescue departments as we have has undoubtedly made this pivotal ments. A young family placed a vase done in the past. Also, it would have For more information, visit VSAC’s time in their lives more challenging to of lilacs at the center of the monu- been an opportune time to show our scholarship page at ments in observance of the occasion. gratitude to all our local essential work- vsac.org/pay/student-aid-options/ The red, white and blue wreath was ers who have worked courageously to scholarships. in place and red geraniums that were supply us with food and other neces- Vermont Student Assistance Corporation donated by Aubuchon Hardware deco- sary needs and services during this is a public, nonprofit agency established rated the flower bed. The monument national emergency. It is hoped that we by the Vermont Legislature in 1965 to at the left honors WWI and WWII vet- will be able to resume our traditional help Vermonters achieve their educa- erans and was dedicated on Memorial Memorial Day service in 2021. tion and training goals after high school. VSAC serves students and their families in grades 7-12, as well as adults return- ing to school, by providing education and career planning services, need-based grants, scholarships and education loans. VSAC has awarded more than $600 million in grants and scholarships for Vermont students, and also administers Vermont’s 529 college savings plan. Share your VSAC story by email to myVSAC- [email protected] or submit a video to YouTube. Find us at vsac.org or check in on Facebook and Twitter #changing lives. Members of the fire department stand at attention and salute during the call to arms at the Memorial Day ceremony. PAGE 14 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 15 4McClure Foundation Resale Shop) or Strong Leadership Birds of Vermont continued from page 13 call the shop for Organizations volunteer or do- already granted so far in 2020 to help nation inquiries is Critical — Museum Open for make the education and training path- at 802-985-3595. Apply to the VT 2020 ways to Vermont’s most promising jobs Hinesburg Scout SCHIP Summer Our participat- more visible, more accessible and more ing faith com- Leadership BY ERIN TALMAGE, affordable. It also builds on the foun- Troop 690 to Hold Grant Awards munities are: All EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR dation’s partnership with the Vermont FROM PRESS RELEASE Souls Interfaith Institute Department of Labor to promote the Bottle Drive This Gathering, s you likely know, the museum many dozens of high-paying occupa- had to remain closed recently helburne, Charlotte, Hinesburg Shelburne; Deadline July 1 tions that will be in demand in Vermont Saturday due to COVID-19. This was the Interfaith Project has announced Ascension Lutheran Church, South A in the coming decades. Burlington; Charlotte Congregational FROM PRESS RELEASE first spring in 32 years where we didn’t BY ERIC SPIVACK Sits Summer 2020 grant awards. open our doors on May 1. This was the To help spread the word about the Church; Hinesburg United Church; Our Recent monies of over $12,000 were ever before has strong and in- first time since we started early Birder McClure Foundation’s 2020 gift, visit inesburg Scout Troop 690 will Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, awarded to seven nonprofits in our novative leadership been more Morning Walks (more than a decade mcclurevt.org/gradgift. be holding a bottle drive this Charlotte; Shelburne United Methodist towns that met the criteria of serving important for Vermont’s health ago!) that we couldn’t gather to walk Saturday, June 27, 9 a.m. to the people of our communities in a va- Church; St. Catherine of Siena Catholic N The Vermont Community Foundation H and prosperity. The COVID-19 pan- and watch spring migration together. noon. Scouts will be going through Church, Shelburne; St. Jude’s Catholic inspires giving and brings people and riety of ways. The recipients for this demic has affected every aspect of life, Hinesburg neighborhoods during Church, Hinesburg; Trinity Episcopal We have missed you! Although we were resources together to make a differ- cycle included: Age Well, Charlotte creating unprecedented disruption the morning for contactless pickup. Church, Shelburne; Vermont Zen The completed floodplain restoration project, looking upstream. saddened to hear of people who were ence in Vermont. This includes helping Congregational Church, Joseph’s across all sectors. Yet alongside the in- Neighborhoods will include Creekside, Center, Shelburne. ill or lost their lives; we also are hugely to coordinate philanthropic response House, Our Lady of Mount Carmel, tense challenges are opportunities for Thistle Hill, Lyman Meadows, berms next to streams and building or ity in the LaPlatte. This site contained grateful that, by all of us working to- in times of crisis and challenge. The Stern Center, Shelburne Craft School, complex system change and visionary Mountainview Trailer Park, Sunset filling in next to streams. This caused impervious surfaces, buildings, heavy gether, we kept the numbers lower than foundation is committed to helping Shelburne Nursery School and Saint leadership. The Vermont Leadership Trailer Park, Triple L and Birchwood Floodplain water in streams to move faster, which equipment activity, berms, fuels and they could have been. As the number Vermont communities that are impact- Jude the Apostle Church. Institute is a civic leadership devel- Drive. in turn caused down-cutting, which is open gravel pits right next to the brook. of Vermont cases continues to be en- ed by COVID-19 by responding to im- These awards are made possible as a Restoration when the stream’s channel becomes The brook was down-cutting, causing opment program through which the couragingly small, the state is allowing mediate needs and long-term recovery If you have bottles/cans which you result of SCHIP’s mission to raise funds deeper due to the removal of material erosion of stream banks, and if it con- Snelling Center for Government offers some businesses to reopen (with re- efforts. Visit VTCOVID19Response.org would like to donate, please place them through the sale of donated, gently Completed to from the stream’s bed. Erosion then oc- tinued, it could have destabilized the the necessary support and resources strictions in place). to learn more. in plastic bags near the road with the used clothing, household items, acces- curs along stream banks, which adds North Road culvert (just upstream). for Vermont to emerge from this cri- note: Scout Troop 690. sories, art and collectibles at its resale Help Improve sediment to the stream (and eventually, Thanks to a 2018 grant award from the sis as strong as ever. Applications for We are happy to tell you that the mu- seum opened on Wednesday, June 3! Bottles may also be dropped off on the shop in the distinctive yellow build- downstream sites like Lake Champlain). Vermont Agency of Natural Resources the Vermont Leadership Institute Class Things look different than in previous south side of the fire station. ing on Route 7, next to the town of- LaPlatte River Erosion often continues working its to Lewis Creek Association, a final of 2021 are currently being accepted fices. Since the first grants were given way upstream. When the stream chan- floodplain restoration design was pre- through July 1, 2020. years. For now, the museum build- Have an ad? 482-7227 or Water Quality ing will be open Wednesday through Troop 690 thanks you for in April 2005, more than $727,000 has nel is deepened like this (and berms pared by Milone & MacBroom in coop- The Vermont Leadership Institute has [email protected]. been distributed. are created to keep the water in), water eration with the town of Hinesburg. A Sunday. Our hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. your support. BY KATE KELLY, LEWIS been offering intensive programs for We are limiting the number of people in SCHIP accepts grant applications twice CREEK ASSOCIATION from flood events can’t spread out onto 2019 ERP grant has now allowed this leaders in Vermont’s most active pri- the natural floodplain, which would nat- floodplain restoration to be construct- the building to 12, and we are requiring a year. The deadlines are April 15 and vate, public and nonprofit sectors since masks that cover noses and mouths. Oct. 15 of each year. The maximum id you know that the LaPlatte urally allow the water to drop the sedi- ed! This will help reduce sediment in- 1995. The VLI Class of 2021 will begin grant size is $3,000. Application forms River (which passes through ment before carrying it downstream. puts to Beecher Hill Brook, the LaPlatte its journey in September as associates River and eventually Lake Champlain, We have put away some of are available on the Contacts page at DHinesburg, Charlotte and delve into topics such as personal lead- schipstreasure.org. Shelburne, emptying into Lake So, what does all this have to thereby improving water quality. ership adaptation; complex systems our touchable and interactive Champlain at Shelburne Bay) has fair thinking and innovation; and leader- As a member of our communities, you do with water quality? In 2018, the town of Hinesburg passed items for the present. or poor water quality (consistently sur- a bond vote for redevelopment of the ship paradigms that support diversity, too are an integral part of our mis- passing the state’s allowed levels for ur area of the Champlain Valley site, and town garage buildings were equity and inclusion for all Vermonters. Even with this, we are thrilled to pres- sion. Come shop, donate, volunteer phosphorus) and that the lower por- was once part of the old Lake removed from near the brook area in In addition, participants build mean- ent our 2020 art show, “Borders: and help us continue to meet our ob- tions are impaired with E. coli bacteria? Vermont and Champlain Sea, the fall of 2018. In 2019 and 2020, LCA ingful networks and relationships and Illusions That Constrain Us,” to comple- jectives for the future. For more infor- One of the reasons for this poor water O which had clay soils deposited post- join a community of more than 570 VLI mation on grant recipients or the or- worked with the town of Hinesburg, en- ment our permanent exhibits. We hope quality is historic activities, such as glaciation. Clay soils limit infiltration graduates who are making a difference ganization, please visit our website or gineers from Milone & MacBroom, and you will come see the pieces that make the straightening of channels, creating and increase runoff. Past agricultural in Vermont: leading innovative busi- our Facebook page (SCHIP’s Treasure contractors from Dale E. Percy, Inc. to up this visually stimulating and very practices added phosphorus (fertil- excavate earth fill and haul it to an up- nesses, creating award-winning non- thought-provoking exhibit. We are shar- izers to help plants grow) to the soil. land location onsite, install heavy stone profits, serving in the Legislature and ing work from new and returning art- Phosphorus never “disappears” out of fill, install channel bed raising features state government, and volunteering in ists, from lifetime professionals to curi- the water or ground. It can be taken up (rocks and logs), plant over 400 trees, their communities. ous beginners, in poems, graphic de- by plants, but eventually returns to the and restore the site. Tree planting be- You are strongly encouraged to apply if sign and visual arts. soil or water. It can bind to soil and sed- gan this spring after a slight delay due you are: Of course, our trails, treehouse and iment particles. When flooding or ero- to coronavirus, and is now completed! • Committed to Vermont sion takes these sediments (with phos- pollinator sanctuaries remain open! The improved connection between the • Curious about the issues facing phorus attached) downstream, they Bring a picnic (and good shoes and channel and floodplain will provide an Vermont may end up in Lake Champlain, which bug repellent) and spend time listen- area for water to slow, sediment to be • Devoted to learning and growing can contribute to toxic blue-green algae ing to the green frogs at the pond or deposited, and nutrients to be taken up • Open to values inquiry and dialogue blooms and fish die-offs. If the LaPlatte the Louisiana waterthrush from the by vegetation. The removal of fill will River is further degraded and classified To learn more about the Vermont treehouse. Trails are open sunup to reduce future down-cutting and erosion as “impaired” for phosphorus by the Leadership Institute, including the sundown. and avoid destabilizing the North Road state, it will put town taxpayers on the program schedule and application culvert that’s just upstream. We hope to see you this summer! Feel hook for costly mitigation efforts. process, please visit snellingcenter. free to call in the morning to see what’s The Beecher Hill Brook floodplain res- org/leadership/vermont-leadership The Vermont Ecosystem Restoration going on: our new schedule is how we toration project is part of LCA’s Ahead institute or contact Jody Fried, VLI Program funded studies in 2007 and are starting this summer and of course of the Storm program, which aims to director, at [email protected] 2008 that showed Beecher Hill Brook it is subject to change. We prioritize showcase a range of landscapes and or 802-274-4774. (which drains into the LaPlatte River the safety of our guests, volunteers and land uses and a variety of optimal con- in Hinesburg) as incised and discon- The Snelling Center for Government is staff! We will also try to keep everyone servation practices that mitigate storm- nected from its historic floodplain due a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization posted on changes via emails and our water flows, and to be more flood re- to berming, nearby buildings and fill, committed to fostering responsible social media, and we look forward to silient in an effort to improve water channel straightening, and subsequent and ethical civic leadership, encourag- hearing from you. quality in an ever-changing climate. For down-cutting and river bank erosion. ing public service by private citizens, more information on the Ahead of the In particular, studies supported by ERP and promoting informed citizen par- Borders: Illusions That Storm program, visit lewiscreek.org/ and the Lewis Creek Association iden- ticipation in shaping public policy in ahead-of-the-storm. LCA looks forward Constrain Us — 2020 tified the Hinesburg Town Garage site Vermont. to seeing this site grow up to a beauti- (adjacent to Beecher Hill Brook) as an Community Art Show ful forested floodplain over time, there- area that could be restored through by helping protect downstream water “Borders: Illusions That Constrain Us” berm removal and floodplain reconnec- quality in Lake Champlain! continued on page 16 tion, in order to improve water qual- PAGE 16 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 17 making me go gray faster than Obama 7:00-9:00 p.m. Affordable Housing Committee. in his first term. Keystone Species Remote Meeting-online Meeting platform. Outdoors Other things that stress me out include ETHAN TAPPER, CHITTENDEN Calendar 7:00-8:30 p.m. Fire and Rescue/Medical UPS, FedEx, smoke alarms and dogs off COUNTY FORESTER Training. Hinesburg Fire Department, 10340 VT- leash. I’m going to be friendly to you THURSDAY, JUNE 25 Meeting ID: 853 0305 8417 Password: 321494. Happy T(r)ails! “keystone species” is a species, 116, Hinesburg. solo-dog kind of lady. I don’t mean to be and your kids, and your dog might be 7:00-9:00 p.m. Hinesburg Historical Society WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 friendly. But if you let your dog run up usually of wildlife, which has a 7:00-9:00 p.m. Hinesburg Land Trust Meeting. BY ZIPPY GUTTDOGG, WITH a jerk to other doggos, but sometimes I disproportionate effect on its Meeting. Remote Meeting-online Meeting 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. HFOF Play Group. Main Carpenter-Carse Library, 69 Ballard’s Corner Rd., HELP FROM OREN GUTTMANN, just don’t know how to feel my feelings to me, then things might end poorly for A environment. In our region, the classic platform. Room at Town Hall. Hinesburg. HINESBURG TRAILS COMMITTEE or make good life decisions. all of us, and I really don’t want that. I love getting out into the woods and my example of this is the beaver. Beavers WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 7:00-8:00 p.m. Fire and Rescue/Business 7:00-10:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Ground i! My name is Zippy Guttdogg. Luckily, my hoomans have worked with hoomans take good care to make sure dam and flood fields and forests, essen- tially creating, or “driving,” their own 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. HFOF Play Group. Main Meeting. Hinesburg Fire Station. Level Conference Room, Town Hall. I’m 8 years old and I live in me and our awesome dog trainer, so I that we give enough space to other Room at Town Hall. Hinesburg with the rest of the get to lead a pretty happy life, although doggos. Sometimes there ends up be- natural disturbance events. Besides 7:00-10:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Remote TUESDAY, AUGUST 11 H making a great habitat for themselves, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Affordable Housing Committee. Meeting-online Meeting platform. Guttfamm, which includes humans and the stress of my new human sibling and ing more doggos than expected though, 7:00-9:00 p.m. Conservation Commission Zippy Guttdogg and Oren Guttmann chickens. No other dogs, though! I’m a all this COVID-19-forced-togetherness is and I get to wear my face hat. We they support a whole ecosystem, pro- Remote Meeting-online Meeting platform. 7:00-9:00 p.m. Trails Committee. Remote Meeting. See entry for Tuesday, July 14. enjoying the trails. also don’t bother going to places like viding homes to many reptiles, amphib- 7:00-8:30 p.m. Fire and Rescue/Medical Meeting-online Meeting platform. ians, birds, mammals, plants and more. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 12 Geprag’s or Mount Philo anymore as it Training. Hinesburg Fire Department, 10340 VT- MONDAY, JULY 20 just ends up being way too stressful for Even once abandoned and drained, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. HFOF Play Group. Main and to browse through the book of art- We ponder this, wondering, how do 116, Hinesburg. 4Borders all of us and takes the fun out of what beaver meadows provide unique habi- 7:00-9:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Town Hall. Room at Town Hall. ists’ statements. and how will these encounters and con- continued from page 15 should be a stress-free experience. tats across our landscape. While they 7:00-9:00 p.m. Hinesburg Land Trust Meeting. TUESDAY, JULY 21 nections change us, birds, and the bor- 7:00-9:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting. The show is open through October. sometimes cause problems for us, the Carpenter-Carse Library, 69 Ballard’s Corner Rd., ders themselves? So please, for the sake of everyone — 5:00-6:30 p.m. CVSD School Board Meeting. CVU Remote Meeting via Zoom instead of Town is our 2020 art show, where we invite Included with museum admission. work of beavers has human benefits, Hinesburg. kiddos who are scared of dogs, flocks room 160. Office. creators and viewers to ask (and even Follow along as we post about our fea- like improving water quality and less- About the theme: What borders do of chickens free-ranging in yards, jerk 7:00-10:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Ground answer) “What do borders mean for tured artists in social media this year: ening the effects of flood events on our 5:30-7:00 p.m. Hinesburg Business and 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fire and Rescue/Heavy Rescue birds encounter? Our maps do not typi- dogs like me who can’t feel our feel- Level Conference Room, Town Hall. birds and which of these are constructs twitter.com/BirdsofVermont infrastructure. Professional Association Meeting. Papa Nick’s, Training. Hinesburg Fire Station. of our imagination?” cally reflect the territories they per- ings in a socially acceptable way, not SATURDAY, JULY 4 We have long known that forests influ- 10997 VT-116, Hinesburg. New members THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 ceive, the ranges they travel, or the If all goes well, we will host a reception/ to mention your own three- and four- Independence Day. A total of 36 artists, photographers and barriers they come across. How do meet the artists event in July. legged family members — please keep ence wildlife, but beavers are an ex- welcome!Contact HBPA President Laura Gurdak at Advertising and News deadline for The Hinesburg poets had their work selected for this birds’ boundaries connect to human ample of how wildlife influence forest MONDAY, JULY 6 802-482-2877 or [email protected]. Record. The Birds of Vermont museum is located your dogs on leashes or have a reli- year’s show. Creators include begin- borders? To those of other species? development. We increasingly under- 4:30-5:30 p.m. Lake Iroquois Recreation District at 900 Sherman Hollow Road Huntington. able recall when you recreate on the 7:30-9:30 p.m. Development Review Board 6:30-8:30 p.m. Lewis Creek Association Board ners and established professionals of The edges of things — physically, spa- stand these connections, from the blue For more information, call 802-434-2167, Hinesburg Area Recreational Trails. Meeting. Williston Town Hall. Public invited. Meeting. Remote Meeting via Zoom instead of Meeting. Carpenter-Carse Library, 69 Ballard’s all ages. Visitors are invited to explore tially, temporally — raise questions, jays that transport and plant acorns, to go to birdsofvermont.org/events or Also, if someone asks you to call back 7:00-9:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Town Hall. Town Office. Corner Rd., Hinesburg. the visual and written art at their own not the least of which is “Is it really the rodents which help expand forests’ email [email protected]. or leash your dog, assume that they are pace, to be inspired, to ask questions there?” doing it for a good reason and not just critical mycorrhizal fungal networks, to 7:30-8:30 p.m. Vermont Astronomical Society WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 7:00-9:00 p.m. Town Forest Committee. Ground to make your life more difficult. the woodpeckers that control popula- Meeting. University of Vermont, Burlington. 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. HFOF Play Group. Main Level Conference Room, Hinesburg Town Hall. tions of wood-boring insects. Room at Town Hall. Bonus points if you: TUESDAY, JULY 7 MONDAY, AUGUST 17 • Respect land owners, especially since Beavers are also an example of how, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Community Writers’ Group. 7:00-8:00 p.m.Carpenter-Carse Library Trustees 7:00-9:00 p.m. Select Board Meeting. Town Hall. Service Directory the HART trails wouldn’t exist without while it may seem counterintuitive, Carpenter-Carse Library, 69 Ballards Corner Meeting. Carpenter-Carse Library, 69 Ballard’s TUESDAY, AUGUST 18 them; some “disturbances” — the events that Rd., Hinesburg. Calling all local writers! Join us Corner Rd., Hinesburg, VT 05461. ANNOUNCEMENTS HEALTH AND BEAUTY INSURANCE • Scoop da poop; kill trees — are actually good for for- 5:00-6:30 p.m. CVSD School Board Meeting. CVU ests. They, and the natural regeneration for our monthly Community Writers Group! All 7:00-8:30 p.m. Fire and Rescue/Fire Training. room 160. CHAMPLAIN VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENT NAIL SALON PALMER INSURANCE AGENCY • Register your dog, it’s the law and genres are welcome. Snacks will be provided. Hinesburg Fire Station. provides needed funding for Vermont that follows them, help make forests 5:30-7:00 p.m. Hinesburg Business and Congratulations CVU Class of 2020 and CVSD 802-482-7334 • elementnailsalonvt.com 802-482-5678 palmerinsurancevt.com diverse and resilient while providing To submit a piece of writing for others to review 7:00-9:00 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting. th Spay Neuter Incentive program; Professional Association Meeting. Papa Nick’s, 8 Graders! Holistic nail care, fabulous massages For all of your insurance needs • Check for ticks; great wildlife habitat. While the gnaw- and enjoy before the group meets, email Laura Ground Level Conference Room, Town Hall. ing and flooding of beavers kills trees, 10997 VT-116, Hinesburg. New members CHRISTINA DEELEY FOR CHITTENDEN 4-2 • Are kind to your fellow trail users/give Wisniewski at [email protected]. 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200326_HBPA_membership_onesixteenth.indd 1 3/19/20 12:53 PM PAGE 18 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 19 4Keystone Species their populations are now healthy and Local Motion a welcome return to something familiar “Vermont is home to 11 species of “If you encounter an uninvited snake in continued from page 17 growing — but catamounts, elk and … to something that people love.” snakes with our two most common spe- your yard,” added Groff, “you can usu- passenger pigeons are never returning cies, and the ones you’re most likely to For more information, go to ally encourage it to move along without Arts & Leisure to Vermont’s landscape. What does the Moves Bike Ferry encounter, being the common garter have changed drastically over the last localmotion.org. picking it up. Your presence alone may 300 years. Prior to the 1800s the domi- loss of a species like this mean for us snake and eastern milksnake. Both are cause the snake to scurry, but if not, nant herbivores on Vermont’s land- and for our forests? At the same time to Fall Schedule nonvenomous and provide important you can spray it with a squirt bottle New Shelburne scape were caribou, moose and the that we look back at what we’ve lost, Living Among pest management services. Common or gently guide it away with a garden eastern elk, with small populations of we continue to create new challenges September Causeway garter snakes will reduce your earth- hose. Try rustling the leaves or very Museum Online white-tailed deer; the apex predators for our forests. Our climate is chang- Reopening Projected Snakes worm and slug populations, while carefully prod the snake with a broom were wolves and catamounts. Elk and ing; invasive, exotic species threaten eastern milksnakes manage your vole, or a stick to encourage it to leave.” Exhibits our biodiversity; over 2,000 acres of FROM PRESS RELEASE FROM VERMONT FISH & mouse and rat residents,” says Vermont caribou disappeared from Vermont by It is best not to move wildlife unless Vermont’s forestland is lost each year WILDLIFE PRESS RELEASE Fish & Wildlife herpetologist Luke Groff. FROM PRESS RELEASE the late 1700s (eastern elk is now ex- there is imminent danger. If you do tinct), deer hunting was closed in 1865 (and is being fragmented much more The Bike Ferry will open the 2020 As spring continues to unfurl in our “Vermont is home to one venomous need to move a snake, be sure to re- See the online exhibits at quickly). season to celebrate the return of rid- due to low populations, and wolves region, biological cues are sending snake species, the timber rattlesnake. locate it no further than is necessary. shelburnemuseum.org/online- Unidentified makers, Assortment of Toy and catamounts were driven out by the ers and walkers to the new and im- Humans have power like no other spe- snakes across roadways and hiking This species is restricted to only a few When picking up a snake, do so slowly, exhibitions. Coloring pages for some Boats, ca. 1904. Polychromed tin and iron, late 1800s (the “catamount,” or eastern proved Colchester Causeway in early cies to degrade our environment but trails and into the lawns and backyards towns in western Rutland County and carefully and confidently, using both of the exhibit items are available for between 2 x 2 x 4 9/16 in. and 12 5/16 x 9 cougar, was declared extinct in 2018). September. The town of Colchester has 3/8 x 30 3/8 in. Museum purchase, 1952. also to shape it in a positive way. By of many Vermonters, according to the is rarely encountered away from its hands to support its entire body weight download. Reintroduced to Vermont in 1878, deer informed us that the massive causeway 22.5-1 Group. acting to manage our forests responsi- reconstruction project is back on after Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department. dens. Be alert and know your snake while you move it from harm’s way. have become overpopulated in much bly, actively addressing the threats of species before approaching, moving or a pandemic-related interruption. They With the onset of longer days and warm- For help identifying snakes, go to Color, Pattern, Whimsy of collecting. of New England, with dramatic nega- handling a snake in this region of the invasive species, deer overabundance, project a Sept. 8 reopening. er temperatures, many snakes have vtherpatlas.org/herp-species-in- tive impacts to forest health, diversity climate change and more, we have the state.” and Scale Coloring pages of some of the exhibit emerged from their winter dens to bask vermont. Please report all snake ob- and wildlife habitat. In addition to the opportunity to become a keystone spe- Local Motion will announce the details Part Four: Scale items are available for download. in the sun, find food and reproduce. And Snakes can be encountered anywhere servations to the Vermont Reptile and loss of predators, deer overpopulations cies; using this power to help our for- of its fall ferry schedule as well as the while a chance encounter with a snake on your property, but certain areas are Amphibian Atlas at vtherpatlas.org/ Electra Havemeyer Webb possessed a The previous three parts of this exhibit in Vermont can be attributed largely to ests become healthier, more diverse, protocols that will be in place to assure may be frightening to some individuals, more attractive to them than others. sighting-submission-form. Of particu- keen sense of scale, collecting objects focused on color, pattern and whimsy. the diminishing influence of deer’s cur- more resilient and to provide rich, passengers of compliance with state snakes provide many essential ecologi- Being coldblooded, snakes depend on lar interest, are our rare, threatened large, small and in prodigious quantity. rent apex predator — humans — due to abundant habitat for all of our wildlife. and Centers for Disease Control and crashing hunter numbers and increases Prevention guidelines. “We’re not giving cal services and are an integral part of the heat of the sun to maintain their and endangered snakes, which include Her aspirational spirit, witnessed by American Stories Ethan Tapper is the Chittenden County the natural world. In an effort to keep body temperature and will make use of in inaccessible, posted land. up on the season,” offered Tom Clark, the eastern ratsnake, eastern ribbon such heroic feats as moving historic Part Three: Travel forester. He can be reached at ethan.tap- both snakes and humans safe, Vermont areas that provide both solar exposure snake, North American racer and tim- houses, a covered bridge, a lighthouse Beavers are a success story — while director of services at Local Motion. [email protected] or at 802-585-9099. “Even if we only run a few weeks, we Fish & Wildlife has a few simple tricks to and cover from predators, such as rock ber rattlesnake. and the steamboat Ticonderoga to cre- Shelburne Museum’s roots are steeped extirpated from Vermont in the 1800s, encourage snakes to move away from walls or woodpiles. Habitat edges be- in the material culture of travel. In 1947, believe this will resonate with many as For more information on Vermont’s ate Shelburne Museum in the decade they were reintroduced in 1932, and your living and working spaces. tween forests and pastures or wetlands as Electra Havemeyer Webb was lay- snake species, visit vtfishandwildlife. after World War II, balanced deeply and uplands, and other brushy ar- com. You can also contact Vermont held interests in the details and nuance continued on page 20 eas, like fence rows, provide cover for Fish & Wildlife herpetologist, Luke Groff STATEPOINT CROSSWORD snakes and the animals they feed on. ([email protected]) with snake- THEME: COCKTAILS AND MOCKTAILS Compost bins and bird feeders may related questions. draw in rodents and other small mam- ACROSS DOWN mals looking for an easy meal, which 1. Angelou and Rudolph 1. Difficult situation in turn may attract snakes. Gardens 6. Mason’s load 2. Antioxidant-rich berry and leaf piles abound with snails, 9. Bobby Pickett’s “Monster ____” 3. Common contraction slugs, earthworms and other inverte- 13. Infection from contaminated water or 4. Kind of wrench brates that some snakes are particu- food 5. TV’s popular portmanteau larly fond of. 14. Formerly Cassius Clay 6. Let it down to relax? 15. Slow, musically speaking 7. *____ fashioned 16. ____ Ste. Marie, Ontario 8. D in LED 17. Bonding words 9. Take-out handout 18. Like draft beer 10. Nay sayer 19. *Cognac, orange liqueur, lemon juice 11. Sun, e.g. 21. *Tropical cocktail favorite 12. Indigenous people of northeast 23. Motion of approval Arizona 24. *Home of pisco sour 15. *Nespolino fruit 25. Smoker’s residue 20. Highly skilled 28. Big butte 22. Elbow rest 30. *It has both white and dark rum 24. Portable lock 35. Popular BBQ side 25. Fancy tie 37. Pea houses 26. Ski run 39. *Hold your drink aloft in honor 27. Sheik’s bevy 40. “Downton Abbey” countess 29. *Whiskey ___ 41. Subject of 17th century Dutch mania 31. Charged particles tephenS 43. Cote d’Azur locale 32. Flip side, pl. S 44. Teatro alla Scala offering 33. Binary digits code 46. Sushi selection 34. Things on a list Family DentiStry 47. Kind of jeans fit 36. “Star Trek” speed David Stephens, DMD 48. *She famously disliked the eponymous 38. Fodder holder drink 42. Eloise’s residence • Cleanings • Bridges 45. Quiets 50. Chesterfield or ulster • Fillings • Crowns 52. Bro’s sib 49. Otitis organ • Sealants • Extractions 53. Long and lean 51. *Popular mixer, pl. • Dental Implants • Teeth Whitening 55. Petting spot 54. Brother’s daughter • Root Canals • Dentures 57. *Negroni and boulevardier ingredient 56. Should • Dental Emergencies • Veneers 61. Time for the big bowl games 57. Turning point 65. Unethical loaner’s practice 58. World’s largest continent 66. Designed to guarantee equal rights 59. *To warm wine or cider and add spices Serving Chittenden County and 68. Cooler manufacturer 60. Junior ball Surrounding Areas 69. #38 Down, pl. 61. Green gemstone New Patients Always Welcome 70. Atlantic catch 62. Burn-soothing plant Conveniently Located 71. Musical ensemble 63. Agitate 72. Rodeo Drive tree 64. Yesteryear – Most Insurance Accepted – 73. It’s of the beholder 67. *First name in cola and grenadine 74. Rosetta Stone, e.g. 82 Ballards Corner Road Hinesburg, VT 05461 802-482-3155 ANSWERS are on inside of back page PAGE 20 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 21 nized, which is required to test for rabies. Garimella, Vermont Governor Phil Scott List, students must earn a GPA of 3.600 A person identified through a risk assess- and university and state leaders. or higher and complete a minimum of Health & Safety ment is being treated to prevent rabies. Have an ad? 482-7227 or People Hunter Billen 14 semester hours. Have an ad? 482-7227 or If you are bitten by an animal: wash the [email protected]. Eliot Heinrich Ben Turner of Hinesburg has been [email protected]. and enjoy them from a distance. wound thoroughly with soap and water Peter Hibbeler named to Southern New Hampshire Take Steps to and contact your health care provider. Recent Graduates Will LaCroix Pets should be vaccinated for rabies. University’s (SNHU) Winter 2020 Have news? 482-2350 or Follow all their instructions. Joshua Prue State law requires dogs and cats to be Daniel W. Ashe, Lillian M. Cartularo, President’s List. The winter term runs Prevent the introduced into a bite wound, open Peter Silverman [email protected]. vaccinated — even barn cats. If your pet or farm animal was exposed Paden S. Fortier and Phillip Vickers, from January to May. Eligibility for the cuts on the skin, or onto mucous mem- Sophia Webb to a potentially rabid wild or stray ani- all of Hinesburg, recently gradu- President’s List requires that a student Spread of Rabies Health officials noted a recent case of branes like the mouth or eyes. mal: contact your veterinarian. ated from the Community College of Sophia Webb also won the annual accumulate an academic grade point rabies in a barn cat from the town of People cannot get rabies from simply Vermont. Peter Seybolt Award. This award was average (GPA) of 3.7-4.0 and earn 12 in Pets and Addison, which likely became infected If you see a wild or stray animal acting petting or touching animals, or from initiated after the Department of Asian credits for the semester. from contact with local rabid wildlife. strangely, or are concerned about a ra- Heidi Dessert and Eileen Needham, contact with the animal’s urine, blood Languages and Literatures was founded Wildlife bies exposure, call the Rabies Hotline both of Hinesburg, recently graduated Rabies is a deadly viral disease of the or feces. When caring for pets, always in 2007 and was named for the found- University of Vermont (1-800-4-RABIES) or report it to your from Vermont Technical College. brain that infects mammals and is fa- feed them inside the house and keep er of the department, Professor Peter Recent Incident a town’s animal control officer. Dean’s List tal to both humans and animals. In them indoors at night. If they are out- Michael French of Hinesburg gradu- Seybolt, to commemorate his dedica- The following Hinesburg students were Reminder to Take Care Vermont, rabies is most commonly Do not touch or pick up wild or stray doors during the day, keep them on a ated with a Bachelor of Science in tion and contribution to Asian language named to the University of Vermont found in wild animals such as rac- animals — even baby animals — or try leash or in an enclosed space. Pets that sports administration from Castleton education. It is given to the top gradu- With Wild Animals dean’s list. To be named to the dean’s coons, skunks, foxes, bats and wood- to make them into pets. Doing so can roam free are more likely to be exposed University on Saturday, May 16. ating senior who majors in an Asian list, students must have a GPA of 3.0 FROM VERMONT HEALTH chucks. Cats, dogs and livestock can put yourself or your family at risk of ex- to rabies. Melissa Miller of Hinesburg re- language based on their academic DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE or better and rank in the top 20% of also get rabies if they have not been posure through a bite or a scratch. You Learn more about rabies in Vermont: cently graduated from Iowa State performances. vaccinated for rabies. can’t tell if an animal has rabies just their class in their respective college or s we all spend more time out- healthvermont.gov/rabies. University. Miller received a Bachelor by looking at it. Interacting with young school. doors and encounter wildlife, “When cats are allowed to roam, they of Architecture Degree and an wildlife may result in them being or- About the Department of Health Higher Education Marc Hoeppner health officials are reminding can become infected, and then have Architecture-Professional Degree. A phaned or, if tested for rabies, requires We have been the state’s public health Katherine Gingras Vermonters to take precautions against the potential to transmit rabies to oth- Jed Morris humanely euthanizing the animal. So, graduated Magna Cum Honors Will LaCroix rabies. er domestic animals and people off agency for more than 130 years, work- for their own sake, leave wildlife in the Laude with a Bachelor of Science Joshua Ashley and Stephen Harlow, the property,” said State Public Health ing every day to protect and promote Savannah Zigic wild. degree in athletic training from the both of Hinesburg, were named to the Both people and pets may come into Veterinarian Natalie Kwit. “By vacci- the health of Vermonters. Visit Lena Heinrich more contact with wild animals this University of Pittsburgh. Jed earned Castleton University dean’s list for the nating these cats, we can prevent this The rabies virus is spread through healthvermont.gov, join us on Eliot Heinrich time of year as days get longer and a place on the dean’s list all eight se- spring semester of the 2019-20 aca- spread.” the bite of an infected animal. Rabies Facebook or follow us on Twitter at James Raymond warmer — including baby animals. The mesters as an undergrad while doing demic year. To qualify for this academic is transmitted only when the virus is twitter.com/healthvermont. best thing to do is leave wildlife alone The rabid cat from Addison was eutha- clinical rotations with the University of honor, the student must maintain full- Pittsburgh baseball, softball and track time status and a semester GPA of 3.5. teams as well as the Carnegie Mellon football team. Jed plans to pursue a Ann Howard and Mary Titus, both 4Arts & Leisure Mittelman. “These federal grants will Shelburne Museum, $20,000 master’s degree in physician assistant of Hinesburg, were named to the National support some of Vermont’s major cul- continued from page 19 Stowe Story Labs, $20,000 studies Castleton University president’s list for tural organizations, across a wide the spring semester of the 2019-2020 ing the foundation for the museum, she Endowment for range of disciplines, from theater and Dorset Theatre Festival, Dorset, $15,000 Trent Smith of Hinesburg is one of 449 academic year. To qualify for this high- was offered a remarkable collection opera to arts education and folk-art seniors to earn their degree from Grove est academic honor, the student must the Arts New Music on the Point, NMOP, City College, Pennsylvania, on May 16. of historic horse-drawn vehicles col- traditions. Vermont is so fortunate Brandon, $10,000 maintain full-time status and a semes- lected by the Webb family. Mrs. Webb to have champions in Congress — Smith earned a Bachelor of Arts degree ter GPA of 4.0. jumped at the chance, purchasing acre- Announces Grants Senator Leahy, Senator Sanders, and Opera Company of Middlebury, $10,000 in political science. Eileen Needham and Phillip Vickers, age along Route 7 in Shelburne and set- Representative Welch — whose strong The Vermont Folklife Center in ting to work on the construction of the Vermont Organizations support of the arts is especially vital University of Vermont both of Hinesburg, achieved dean’s list Middlebury received an NEA partner- honors for the spring semester of 2020 Horseshoe Barn for the storage and to Receive Nearly $1 in these challenging times.”In addition ship award of $40,000. Graduates display of these objects. Before the end to the grants awarded to Vermont arts at Vermont Technical College. These of the year, the carriages were moved Million organizations, a grant of $765,300 to About the National Endowment for The following students were award- are degree students carrying 12 or from Shelburne Farms to their new the Vermont Arts Council will support the Arts ed degrees during the University of more letter-graded credit hours who FROM PRESS RELEASE Vermont’s 220th commencement cere- achieve a GPA of 3.5 or higher home on the museum grounds where arts programs, services and activities Established by Congress in 1965, the monies on May 17. The class’s academ- they remain for visitors today. ine Vermont organizations will throughout Vermont. The NEA works in NEA is the independent federal agen- Olivia Kinsel of Hinesburg was named partnership with the state’s arts coun- ic achievement was saluted online with “American Stories: Travel” features receive grants totaling $972,800 cy whose funding and support gives to the College of Charleston, SC, Spring cil to ensure that Vermonters have ac- remarks from UVM President Suresh highlights from the museum’s holdings Nfrom the National Endowment Americans the opportunity to partici- 2020 Dean’s List. To qualify for Dean’s cess to the arts. that relate to the variety of modes of for the Arts through its second round pate in the arts, exercise their imagi- transportation over land and water that of funding announced Wednesday for As a part of NEA’s regular grantmaking nations and develop their creative ca- have defined the American experience. FY2020 in separate grants unrelated to corona- pacities. Through partnerships with virus relief bill funding, over $84 million state arts agencies, local leaders, other Other parts of this exhibit focus on “We are proud that the NEA awards for 1,143 new awards was given to or- federal agencies and the philanthropic community, home and people. recognize Vermont’s outstanding and diverse arts landscape,” said Vermont ganizations in all 50 states, the District sector, the NEA supports arts learning, Arts Council Executive Director Karen of Columbia, and each of the five U.S. affirms and celebrates America’s rich territories. Applications for the recom- and diverse cultural heritage, and ex- mended grants were submitted to the tends its work to promote equal access NEA last summer. Grants are awarded to the arts in every community across in 13 artistic disciplines, arts research America. For more information, visit and partnership agreements with all www.arts.gov. U.S. state and regional arts agencies. About the Vermont Arts Council Art Works is the NEA’s largest grant The Vermont Arts Council envisions category and focuses on funding the a Vermont where all people have ac- creation of art that meets the highest cess to the arts and creativity in their standards of excellence, public engage- lives, education and communities. ment with art, lifelong learning in the Engagement with the arts transforms arts and strengthening of communities individuals, connects us more deeply through the arts. Vermont’s recipients to each other, energizes the economy are: and sustains the vibrant cultural land- Community Engagement Lab, scape that makes Vermont a great place Montpelier, $55,000 to live. Since 1965, the council has been the state’s primary provider of funding, Flynn Center for the Performing Arts advocacy and information for the arts (on behalf of Burlington Discover Jazz in Vermont. Learn more at James Bard (American, 1815-97), Paddle Steamboat Kaaterskill, 1882. Watercolor, Festival), $37,500 gouache, and graphite on wove paper, 27 ½ x 51 in. Museum purchase. 1951-391.35. vermontartscouncil.org PAGE 22 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG • PAGE 23 real life. 4Cedar Knoll CC side. “We just have a good time golf- golf, they come up more now than “That’s what I enjoy, seeing it look ing,” Aiken said. Cedar Knoll has mem- ever,” Tom said. beautiful and seeing people out here Weekday Life Groups: Various times, continued from page 24 bers faithfully returning year after year. having a good time,” Tom said. Religion days, and locations throughout the Cedar Knoll expanded their instruction week. come out and if there’s somebody out The Ayer family continues to build its options to include youth golf programs Cedar Knoll Country Club is located at here who you kind of know and you community by extending their restau- and lessons from professional Ryan 13020 Route 116 in Hinesburg and can Roxanne Smith, 453-3522 For more information, please contact United Church Saint Jude say, ‘Hey, do you want to play?’ People rant and banquet facilities. They of- Taraskiewicz. A lot of kids are taking be reached at cedarknollgolf@gmail. Religious Education Coordinator: the church at 482-2132 or visit hines- are willing to go out and play with you fer events, including weddings and advantage of the golf course and its op- com or 482-3186. cedarknollgolf.com is Marie Cookson, 434-4782 burgcma.org. of Hinesburg the Apostle even if they have no idea who you are rehearsal dinners. They are install- portunities, said Tom. the website. Religious Education (CCD): Monday or just might be,” Jordan said. ing a pergola over the deck so mem- An Open, Welcoming, Springing from rolling fields and knee- Community News Service is a collabo- Catholic evenings from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. for bers have a better outdoor dining Affirming and Reconciling Church Williston ruce Aiken, a member since deep pastures, Cedar Knoll is now ration with the University of Vermont’s grades K-8. Registration is required. Cedar Knoll Country Club experience. Pastor: Rev. Jared Hamilton Church the largest golf course in Chittenden Reporting & Documentary Storytelling th th Federated Church opened, often shares a beer with The 9 and 10 grades (Confirmation B “More people are enjoying our deck county with 27 holes. Four generations program. Office Hours: Pastor: Reverend David Cray, SSE Monday to Thursday Years) meet once a month. This is a United Church of Christ and United his fellow members at the bar and res- and the restaurant. Even if they don’t of golfers have now kept the course 8:30-11:30 a.m. Pastor’s Residence: 425-2253, dgcray@ two-year program. Watch Sunday bulle- Methodist Church taurant. He says he enjoys getting out- running. Location: gmail.com tins for dates and times. 10580 Route 116 An Open and Affirming “Huge golf course, practice facility, res- Phone: 482-3352 Mailing Address: 2894 Spear Street/P. Please call Marie at 482-2290 (Parish Reconciling Congregation taurant. We really do have it all. And it’s CLASSIFIEDS O. Box 158, Charlotte, VT 05445 Office) or 434-4782 (home) for more a very affordable price that we charge” Email: [email protected] Address: 44 North Williston Road, information. Tom said. Hinesburg Rectory: 482-2290, Stjude@ Williston VT 05495 Lila Johnson Address: P.O. Box 39 PROFESSIONAL TAILORING gmavt.net, P. O. Box 69, Hinesburg Eucharistic Adoration: Eucharistic Phone: 878-5792. While COVID-19 restrictions interfered Website: ucofh.org 05461, (10759 Route 116) Adoration is held the first Friday of with many of the planned events, the Men’s Suits a Specialty each month following the 8:00 a.m. Website: steeple.org Ayer family initiated proper precau- Sunday Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. Parish Secretary: Marie Cookson, 434- Alterations-Repairs-Zippers Mass at St. Jude. tions such as changing tee times to 4782, Rectory, 482-2290, marietcook- Minister: Rev. Paul Eyer 382-7096, 850 Texas Hill Circle Choir practice: 9:00 a.m. Sunday keep their members safe. [email protected] Food Shelf Weekend: Every third Activities: Junior and Senior High Huntington, VT 05462 Sunday School: Nursery and story Saturday and Sunday. Parishioners are Office Hours:Mondays and Thursdays, Youth Groups; Men’s Bible Study; time; Christian Education Kindergarten asked to make an extra effort to bring As always, they ensure that Since 1977, LAFAYETTE PAINTING has 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Women’s Book Group; Junior, Senior through 8th grade during academic p.m. non-perishable canned and dried food and Contemporary Music Choirs; everyone can enjoy their provided top quality painting services. Senior Meal Site: Every Friday 11:00 Parish Council Chair: Allan Monniere in weekly for the Hinesburg Food Shelf. Friendship Suppers; opportunities for facilities, get outside and Our experts will complete your job 578-8572 Food Collection baskets are in the en- a.m.- 1 p.m. (except first Friday) mission and outreach in the communi- keep on golfing. quickly and the finished work is try for your convenience. View of the club house from near the 11th. Osborne Parish House Finance Council Chair: Doug Taff: ty, country, and world. guaranteed to look great. Learn more AA Gratitude Group: every Monday 482-3066 Senior Meals: Will be served from noon Service: Sundays 9:30 a.m., Nursery/ to 2:00 p.m. on the second and fourth about us at LafayettePaintingInc.com or 7:00 p.m., Osborne Parish House. Buildings and Grounds Supervisor: Child care provided; Sunday School call 863-5397. Buildings and Grounds Supervisor: Tuesday of each month unless other- during the service for pre-K through Speaking Out in Hinesburg Henry Moreno, 802-777-4169. wise noted. Food will be prepared by high school; Coffee/Fellowship after As Black Lives Matter protests sweep across the nation, Hinesburg hosted a Lighthouse Meals on Wheels. There will be cards, service in Fellowship Hall. number of related events, including a kids led march attended by almost 300 Weekend Masses: board games and door prizes. Cost is people On Wed June 3. Peaceful protestors donned masks, painted signs an Saturday, 4:30 p.m.; Sunday: 9:30 a.m., Baptist Church $4.00 donation. Please call in advance joined a parade along town sidewalks ending at NRG. Winooski High School St. Jude Church, Hinesburg Pastor: Reverend Ed Hart so we have plenty of food on hand. For Trinity student Evelyn Monje told the crowd that it was her hope they would use reservations call Ted Barrett at 453- Church Phone: 482-2588 Sunday: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., their positions of privilege to raise all voices. And that Vermonters should Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 3087 or Marie Cookson at 482-2290 Episcopal Church look at themselves and their dinner tables and think about who is missing. Home Phone: 482-2588 Charlotte (parish office) or 434-4782 (home). Address: 5171 Shelburne Rd., See also the WCAX story, here wcax.com/video?vid=570999532 Caretakers are welcome. Hinesburg Shelburne, VT 05482 Email: [email protected]. Weekday Masses: Monday and Friday, Rides will pick you up and bring you Website: LBCvt.homestead.com 8:00 a.m., St. Jude Church home at no charge. For more informa- Church phone: 985-2269 tion, call the parish office at 482-2290. Location: Hinesburg Village Center, Tuesday, Thursday: 5:15 p.m. Our Lady Church email: info@trinityshelburne. 90 Mechanicsville Road of Mount Carmel Church org Address: P.O. Box 288 Sacrament of Baptism: Call the Pastor Community Website: trinityshelburne.org for appointment Regular Services: Alliance Church Worship service: Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30 a.m., Sacrament of Reconciliation: Sunday morning at 8:00 a.m. Nursery provided. Saturdays at 4:00 p.m. at St. Jude Pastor: Scott Mansfield Worship service and Sunday School: Church and by appointment. Sunday Evening Service: 6:00 p.m. Phone: 482-2132 Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. Sacrament of Marriage: Contact the Wednesday: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study and Email: [email protected] Space for Grace program: Sunday Crossword Answers Pastor at least six months in advance mornings 9:15 a.m. Prayer Meeting; Nursery provided. Web: hinesburgcma.org Communion at Home: Call Parish Office, 482-2290 Address: 190 Pond Road, Hinesburg (overlooking CVUHS soccer fields) All Souls Interfaith Confirmation Coordinators: Dan & Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. Children’s Gathering Non- programs, for nursery through elemen- tary school ages. Denominational Have an ad? 482-7227 or [email protected]. Middle School and High School Youth Group: Meets from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 Service p.m. on Sundays. This is a great time Pastor: Rev. Don Chatfield to meet new friends, hang out and talk Phone: 985-3819 Mailing Address: 291 Bostwick Farm Rd., Shelburne, VT 05482 Services: Sunday 9:00 a.m.: Morning Meditation Sunday 5:00 p.m.: Music & Spirit Service PAGE 24 • HINESBURG RECORD • JUNE 25, 2020 • HINESBURGRECORD.ORG VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Make a Difference of Hinesburg Do you need volunteers for a Hinesburg event or non-profit organization? Send the information to [email protected] and we’ll publish it here. Family Ties Cultivate a Strong Community Use “volunteer need” as a subject line. Mentoring at Cedar Knoll Country Club Make a difference in the life of a child. Become a BY OLIVIA NYE, COMMUNITY mentor at HCS. No tutoring involved, just being NEWS SERVICE a buddy to a child who would benefit from adult friendship. And only one hour a week during the “It was about more than the cows,” school year. Contact Ginny Roberts at groberts@ said Tom Ayer, superintendent of Cedar cvsdvt.org or 482-8248 for more information. Knoll Country Club, as he looked out at where it all started — hole 10. Hinesburg Trails Every day, the cows had to be milked, Help maintain public trails. All skill levels from the fields worked and the animals fed, none (just enthusiasm) to experienced chainsaw but each summer evening, the whip of Tom, Ruth and Tim Ayer. operators, and trail designers are needed. a golf club whistled against the fresh For more information contact Jane Sheldon at air. The image of Tom’s brother, Tim, erty. She and her husband, recognizing [email protected]. against an empty pasture was all it took they were the only ones who wanted to get the ball rolling. to continue farming, looked forward to the country club as a way of con- Meals on Wheels As Raymond and Ruth Ayer saw their Help out local area residents who cannot easily serving the land, keeping it open and son out hitting golf balls, they envi- productive. get out of their homes. Become a Meals on Wheels sioned lush grassy hills and the various driver. Routes take anywhere from an hour to an shades of green that would accompany The tradition of family business hour-and-a-half depending on the day. You need breathes an unmatched energy and a golf course. At hole 10 they tested out The green at the 10th. not commit to a weekly schedule. Call Jane Gage at the possibility of a new future by exper- togetherness into the country club’s 482-6096 for more information. imenting with new grass. In one tireless community. aren’t related to us and have just joined year of reworking the fields and toiling and become part of the family through- Visit a Senior over ideas, Cedar Knoll Country Club The members are friendly out the years. I think … being family- Hinesburg seniors need your help. Some seniors live was born. And 25 years later, Cedar and the community is run really helps foster that kind of at- alone with limited social contact and would love to Knoll is a centerpiece of the Hinesburg welcoming. mosphere that we have.” share their gift of gab with you. Just an hour of your community and a place of employment time can make a big difference in the life of one for many Ayers and Bissonettes. Jordan works in the kitchen, but when om’s son, Jordan said, “I think it he has the time, he can be found play- of the seniors in our town. If you would be willing Tom’s grandfather slowly pieced to- [working with family] helps foster ing golf and engaged in long conversa- to help contact Bev at 800-642-5119 for more gether the property, stitching the land Ta sense of community here that’s tions with the members. “I know what’s information. together under his family name as farm- different than you’ll find at a lot other going on in their life. They have an ers retired and others sold out. Ruth, courses. You come here and it’s more inkling of what’s going on up here in Town Committees the current owner, inherited the prop- of a family even with the members who mine,” he said. Frequently there are openings on town committees. Here are some of the recent ones. Tom finds himself similarly engaged with the Cedar Knoll members. • Affordable Housing Committee • Agency Request Review Committee “We’ve made a lot of friends here on • Conservation Commission the golf course. Most of our friends • Recreation Commission are related to the golf course now,” • Revolving Loan Fund Committee Tom said. • Town Forest Committee “You just talk with anybody, you can • Trails Committee continued on page 23 • Village Steering Committee Check town web site www.hinesburg.org/vacan- cies.html for the most current committee open- ings, descriptions and instructions on how to ap- ply. For more information contact Renae Marshall 482-2281 x227 or [email protected]. 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