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Saturday, May 12, 2012
Bike Stolen from Main Street Cavendish
Between 5/10/12, and 5/11/12, a red BMX bicycle was taken from a residence on Main Street, in the Town of Cavendish, Vermont. One of the tires was separated from the bicycle at the time it was taken. Both the frame and other tire were taken. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-875-2112
Friday, May 11, 2012
Cavendish Select Board Meeting Agenda 5/14/12
NOTE: There will be a special select board meeting in executive session regarding a matter of current litigation beginning at 5:00 PM in the meeting room of the Cavendish Town Office immediately prior to the regular monthly meeting as shown below.
1. Call the monthly meeting to order at 6:30 pm
2. Act upon minutes of the meetings of October 17th, 2011, April 9th and April 23rd, 2012.
3. Sign Orders
4. Review Correspondence
5. Adjust agenda
6. Hear Citizens
7. Select Board, as Local Board of Liquor Control, to consider liquor license application for Inn at Glimmerstone Mansion, LLC.
8. Further consideration of Planning Commission request for re-adoption of the Cavendish Town Plan and consideration of a proposal for the Select Board to modify the plan prior to the public hearing on plan adoption which is proposed to be rescheduled for June 11th, 2012 at 6:00 PM.
9. Diane McNamara to give a summary of 2012 Cavendish Green-Up Day activities and thoughts about next year’s event.
10. Update on the matter of exemption for the Black River Health Center.
11. Progress update on FEMA assistance activities and flood repair work.
12. Update on EECBG Energy Retrofit activities, plans and reimbursements.
13. Update on various other town activities
14. Other business
15. Adjourn
1. Call the monthly meeting to order at 6:30 pm
2. Act upon minutes of the meetings of October 17th, 2011, April 9th and April 23rd, 2012.
3. Sign Orders
4. Review Correspondence
5. Adjust agenda
6. Hear Citizens
7. Select Board, as Local Board of Liquor Control, to consider liquor license application for Inn at Glimmerstone Mansion, LLC.
8. Further consideration of Planning Commission request for re-adoption of the Cavendish Town Plan and consideration of a proposal for the Select Board to modify the plan prior to the public hearing on plan adoption which is proposed to be rescheduled for June 11th, 2012 at 6:00 PM.
9. Diane McNamara to give a summary of 2012 Cavendish Green-Up Day activities and thoughts about next year’s event.
10. Update on the matter of exemption for the Black River Health Center.
11. Progress update on FEMA assistance activities and flood repair work.
12. Update on EECBG Energy Retrofit activities, plans and reimbursements.
13. Update on various other town activities
14. Other business
15. Adjourn
Cavendish Update 5/11/12 News/Legislation/Events
Information can also be posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook Page
The 5/11/12 Cavendish Update Contains:
1. Cavendish Related News
2. Legislative Wrap Up for 2012
3. Smiling Faces Daycare Recognized by Vermont Birth to Three
4. CTES Board Agenda 5/15/12 and Minutes from April School Board Meeting
5. Cavendish Events 5/11-5/20
1. Cavendish Related News
Reduced Hours for Post Offices Would Affect Cavendish and Proctorsville: Hours could be reduced at 145 rural post offices in Vermont under a new strategy announced Wednesday by the financially beleaguered U.S. Postal Service. The plan, to be phased in during the next two years, would keep rural post offices open but cut back on window service. Lobby access would not be affected. The proposal would keep open rural post offices that were in danger of being closed and allow to retain their zip codes. The Cavendish Post Office would be reduced from 8 hours to 4, while Proctorsville Post Office would go from eight to six hours. Burlington Free Press List of all post offices impacted.
VT Recreational Waterways Monitored for Health & Safety: Eight months after Irene, state environmental and health officials are monitoring Vermont’s lakes and streams for any lingering health or safety hazards in recreational waters. Due to the magnitude of flooding experienced in many areas of the state, it’s likely that any biological or chemical contaminants that may have been washed in by floodwaters have since been diluted by the sheer volume of those waters. Test results of water samples taken after Irene, as well as more recent samples from early this month, generally show bacteria to be below levels of concern. Press Release
No Decision on Vermont Yankee until 2013: The Vermont Public Service Board now says it won't make a decision about relicensing Vermont Yankee until some time in late 2013. WCAX
2. Legislative Wrap Up for 2012
Ending on May 6, the VT legislature enacted the following:
• Passed the state’s first $5 billion budget
• Funding to build new mental health facilities and a new mental health system
• Funding to build new state offices
• Passed $658 million Transportation Budget, the largest in the state’s history; will repair and replace damaged and aging roads, bridges and railroads to ensure businesses, tourists and the public enjoy safe and smooth travel.
• Passed $500,000 tax credit program to help restore businesses located in historic downtowns damaged in Irene re-open and get Vermonters back to work. Also for businesses, imposed a moratorium on the ‘Cloud Tax’ on internet-based services to help Vermont companies that rely on that delivery system, and eliminated the tax on packaging equipment to reduce costs on Vermont’s manufacturing firms.
• Redrew maps for House and Senate districts
• Banned employers using credit scores when making hiring and promotion decisions
• Created Search and rescue requirements: Requires the Vermont State Police to adopt interim protocols that requires the Vermont State Police to respond immediately to missing recreationalist calls, sets up an incident command structure for searches conducted by state police and municipal and county officers, and requires the Department of Public Safety to hire a consultant to assess local resources for search and rescue and from that information create a statewide database.
• Passed Mandatory recycling legislation: The bill requires solid waste facilities and transporters that collect municipal sold waste to offer to collect mandated recyclables and leaf and yard residual separately from other solid waste at no additional charge. The bill also bands the landfill disposal of mandated recyclable and leaf and yard residual.
• Passed a bill that gives citizens a chance to weigh in when the state proposes fine for violators of the state’s environmental laws.
• Passed renewable energy bill , which promotes small-scale renewable energy projects in Vermont.
• Made the commissioner of education a member of the governor’s cabinet
• Approved an ‘exchange’ to offer comparable health insurance plans at competitive prices to Vermont families and businesses with 50 or fewer employees.
• A $1.5 million increase – more than double last year’s budget — to the Department of Fish and Wildlife to support Vermont’s wildlife-based recreation, which accounts for $385 million of economic opportunity for the state.
• Increased fees for a wide variety of different types of environmental permits, including air pollution permits, wastewater permits, petroleum storage tanks, and thermal discharges.
• Prohibited Fracking: The first state in the country to do so, the bill also bans the storage, collection or treatment of fracking waste in Vermont. Fracking involves forcing a mixture of chemicals, significant amounts of water and sand into bedrock to create fissures and release natural gas.
A list of all bills passed by both House and Senate during the 2011-2012 Legislative Session can be found on-line.
3. Smiling Faces Daycare Recognized by Vermont Birth to Three
Friday, May 11 is Provider Appreciation Day. On that day, Vermont Birth to Three will be paying tribute to 95 home-based childcare professionals across the state, one of which is Cavendish resident Sheila Roby of Smiling Faces Daycare. Vermont Birth to Three is committed to helping create the best care possible for our young children. It recruits and trains home-based providers as mentors, who then work one-on-one with other providers in their homes, free of charge. Presently there are eight Vermont Birth to Three mentors working with more than 95 providers around the state.
Roby says, “I have been working with mentor Rachel Hunter for a year and a half now. Rachel motivates me beyond belief! She is always there to assist me, whether it is proof reading a paper, informing me of upcoming trainings, or allowing me to vent! In the short time working with her I have climbed to a 3 STAR program, received certificates for completing level 1 and 2 on the Career ladder, and received my CDA. I think the Vermont Birth to Three project and its mentors are wonderful and their continued support to providers in my community is outstanding!” Press Release
4. CTES Board Agenda 5/15/12 and Minutes from April School Board Meeting
The Minutes from the April 17 CTES board meeting have been posted to the Cavendish Update Blog. The agenda for the 5/15 school board meeting will include: Professional Development Days – (Discussion) and Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV.
5. Cavendish Events 5/11-5/20
May 11 (Friday): CTES School Dance 6-8 pm at the School.
May 12 (Saturday): The Southern Windsor County Regional Planning Commission and the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring for the Home Energy and Business Expo: a free event for Vermont families, home and farm owners, and businesses, created to showcase products and services that will decrease energy costs, improve the surrounding community, and build regional business sustainability. The event will take place on May 12, from 10-3 at the Jackson Gore Inn in Ludlow. FMI: Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce at 802-228-5830 or http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/home-energy-and-business-expo---ludlow.html
• Stamp-Out Cancer Benefit at the Proctorsville Fire Hall from 10-4. Kids crafts, Hand Crafted Cards, to purchase or make yourself, face painting, food and more. All money raised goes to a family fighting stage 4 cancer.
• In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Mother/Daughter Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm at the Library in Proctorsville. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
• Dance Factory’s spring recital, 6 pm Springfield High School. A number of Cavendish students will be performing. Tickets are $14 for adults and $8 for students/children and are available at the door.
May 13 (Sunday): Happy Mother’s Day
May 14 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda posted to blog as soon as it is received. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line www.lpctv.org and Comcast Cable TV.
May 15 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• CTES Board Meeting, 5:30 pm at the school. The Agenda will include Professional Development Days – (Discussion) and Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV.
• The VT State Board of Education will be meeting in Bennington. The question of whether the Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union (CTES is part of this union) should merge with the Rutland West Supervisory Union (Ludlow is part of this union) is on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Southwest Vermont Career Development Center 321 Park St, Bennington, Vermont. The merger question will be heard at 1 PM. Cavendish Town Elementary School is part of WSWSU.
May 17 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Community Luncheon, 11:30 am at St. James Methodist Church. The menu will include: calico baked beans with a green vegetable, fresh hot rolls and a tossed salad, topped off with ice cream and cookies for dessert. Coffee, hot tea or a cold beverage will be available as well. A suggested donation of $4.00 for seniors or $5.50 for those under 60 years helps us defray the cost of this meal.
May 18 (Friday): GMUHS Middle School Semi Formal, 8-11 pm at the school
• Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-4 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
May 19 (Saturday): GMUHS Junior Prom-Epic at Jackson Gore, 7-11 pm
• Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-4 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
• Paws About Town. Springfield Paws Walk to benefit Springfield Animal Shelter. Starts 9:30 a.m. at Springfield Middle School, rain or shine. Download your pledge sheet early at spfldhumane.org by clicking on Upcoming Events, then Paws About Springfield. Or pick one up at the Springfield Humane Society at 401 Skitchewaug TrailFMI: 885-3997.
May 20 (Sunday): Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-2 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
The 5/11/12 Cavendish Update Contains:
1. Cavendish Related News
2. Legislative Wrap Up for 2012
3. Smiling Faces Daycare Recognized by Vermont Birth to Three
4. CTES Board Agenda 5/15/12 and Minutes from April School Board Meeting
5. Cavendish Events 5/11-5/20
1. Cavendish Related News
Reduced Hours for Post Offices Would Affect Cavendish and Proctorsville: Hours could be reduced at 145 rural post offices in Vermont under a new strategy announced Wednesday by the financially beleaguered U.S. Postal Service. The plan, to be phased in during the next two years, would keep rural post offices open but cut back on window service. Lobby access would not be affected. The proposal would keep open rural post offices that were in danger of being closed and allow to retain their zip codes. The Cavendish Post Office would be reduced from 8 hours to 4, while Proctorsville Post Office would go from eight to six hours. Burlington Free Press List of all post offices impacted.
VT Recreational Waterways Monitored for Health & Safety: Eight months after Irene, state environmental and health officials are monitoring Vermont’s lakes and streams for any lingering health or safety hazards in recreational waters. Due to the magnitude of flooding experienced in many areas of the state, it’s likely that any biological or chemical contaminants that may have been washed in by floodwaters have since been diluted by the sheer volume of those waters. Test results of water samples taken after Irene, as well as more recent samples from early this month, generally show bacteria to be below levels of concern. Press Release
No Decision on Vermont Yankee until 2013: The Vermont Public Service Board now says it won't make a decision about relicensing Vermont Yankee until some time in late 2013. WCAX
2. Legislative Wrap Up for 2012
Ending on May 6, the VT legislature enacted the following:
• Passed the state’s first $5 billion budget
• Funding to build new mental health facilities and a new mental health system
• Funding to build new state offices
• Passed $658 million Transportation Budget, the largest in the state’s history; will repair and replace damaged and aging roads, bridges and railroads to ensure businesses, tourists and the public enjoy safe and smooth travel.
• Passed $500,000 tax credit program to help restore businesses located in historic downtowns damaged in Irene re-open and get Vermonters back to work. Also for businesses, imposed a moratorium on the ‘Cloud Tax’ on internet-based services to help Vermont companies that rely on that delivery system, and eliminated the tax on packaging equipment to reduce costs on Vermont’s manufacturing firms.
• Redrew maps for House and Senate districts
• Banned employers using credit scores when making hiring and promotion decisions
• Created Search and rescue requirements: Requires the Vermont State Police to adopt interim protocols that requires the Vermont State Police to respond immediately to missing recreationalist calls, sets up an incident command structure for searches conducted by state police and municipal and county officers, and requires the Department of Public Safety to hire a consultant to assess local resources for search and rescue and from that information create a statewide database.
• Passed Mandatory recycling legislation: The bill requires solid waste facilities and transporters that collect municipal sold waste to offer to collect mandated recyclables and leaf and yard residual separately from other solid waste at no additional charge. The bill also bands the landfill disposal of mandated recyclable and leaf and yard residual.
• Passed a bill that gives citizens a chance to weigh in when the state proposes fine for violators of the state’s environmental laws.
• Passed renewable energy bill , which promotes small-scale renewable energy projects in Vermont.
• Made the commissioner of education a member of the governor’s cabinet
• Approved an ‘exchange’ to offer comparable health insurance plans at competitive prices to Vermont families and businesses with 50 or fewer employees.
• A $1.5 million increase – more than double last year’s budget — to the Department of Fish and Wildlife to support Vermont’s wildlife-based recreation, which accounts for $385 million of economic opportunity for the state.
• Increased fees for a wide variety of different types of environmental permits, including air pollution permits, wastewater permits, petroleum storage tanks, and thermal discharges.
• Prohibited Fracking: The first state in the country to do so, the bill also bans the storage, collection or treatment of fracking waste in Vermont. Fracking involves forcing a mixture of chemicals, significant amounts of water and sand into bedrock to create fissures and release natural gas.
A list of all bills passed by both House and Senate during the 2011-2012 Legislative Session can be found on-line.
3. Smiling Faces Daycare Recognized by Vermont Birth to Three
Friday, May 11 is Provider Appreciation Day. On that day, Vermont Birth to Three will be paying tribute to 95 home-based childcare professionals across the state, one of which is Cavendish resident Sheila Roby of Smiling Faces Daycare. Vermont Birth to Three is committed to helping create the best care possible for our young children. It recruits and trains home-based providers as mentors, who then work one-on-one with other providers in their homes, free of charge. Presently there are eight Vermont Birth to Three mentors working with more than 95 providers around the state.
Roby says, “I have been working with mentor Rachel Hunter for a year and a half now. Rachel motivates me beyond belief! She is always there to assist me, whether it is proof reading a paper, informing me of upcoming trainings, or allowing me to vent! In the short time working with her I have climbed to a 3 STAR program, received certificates for completing level 1 and 2 on the Career ladder, and received my CDA. I think the Vermont Birth to Three project and its mentors are wonderful and their continued support to providers in my community is outstanding!” Press Release
4. CTES Board Agenda 5/15/12 and Minutes from April School Board Meeting
The Minutes from the April 17 CTES board meeting have been posted to the Cavendish Update Blog. The agenda for the 5/15 school board meeting will include: Professional Development Days – (Discussion) and Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV.
5. Cavendish Events 5/11-5/20
May 11 (Friday): CTES School Dance 6-8 pm at the School.
May 12 (Saturday): The Southern Windsor County Regional Planning Commission and the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring for the Home Energy and Business Expo: a free event for Vermont families, home and farm owners, and businesses, created to showcase products and services that will decrease energy costs, improve the surrounding community, and build regional business sustainability. The event will take place on May 12, from 10-3 at the Jackson Gore Inn in Ludlow. FMI: Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce at 802-228-5830 or http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/home-energy-and-business-expo---ludlow.html
• Stamp-Out Cancer Benefit at the Proctorsville Fire Hall from 10-4. Kids crafts, Hand Crafted Cards, to purchase or make yourself, face painting, food and more. All money raised goes to a family fighting stage 4 cancer.
• In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Mother/Daughter Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm at the Library in Proctorsville. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
• Dance Factory’s spring recital, 6 pm Springfield High School. A number of Cavendish students will be performing. Tickets are $14 for adults and $8 for students/children and are available at the door.
May 13 (Sunday): Happy Mother’s Day
May 14 (Monday): Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda posted to blog as soon as it is received. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line www.lpctv.org and Comcast Cable TV.
May 15 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• CTES Board Meeting, 5:30 pm at the school. The Agenda will include Professional Development Days – (Discussion) and Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update. LPC-TV tapes meetings and makes them available on-line and Comcast Cable TV.
• The VT State Board of Education will be meeting in Bennington. The question of whether the Windsor Southwest Supervisory Union (CTES is part of this union) should merge with the Rutland West Supervisory Union (Ludlow is part of this union) is on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Southwest Vermont Career Development Center 321 Park St, Bennington, Vermont. The merger question will be heard at 1 PM. Cavendish Town Elementary School is part of WSWSU.
May 17 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• Community Luncheon, 11:30 am at St. James Methodist Church. The menu will include: calico baked beans with a green vegetable, fresh hot rolls and a tossed salad, topped off with ice cream and cookies for dessert. Coffee, hot tea or a cold beverage will be available as well. A suggested donation of $4.00 for seniors or $5.50 for those under 60 years helps us defray the cost of this meal.
May 18 (Friday): GMUHS Middle School Semi Formal, 8-11 pm at the school
• Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-4 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
May 19 (Saturday): GMUHS Junior Prom-Epic at Jackson Gore, 7-11 pm
• Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-4 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
• Paws About Town. Springfield Paws Walk to benefit Springfield Animal Shelter. Starts 9:30 a.m. at Springfield Middle School, rain or shine. Download your pledge sheet early at spfldhumane.org by clicking on Upcoming Events, then Paws About Springfield. Or pick one up at the Springfield Humane Society at 401 Skitchewaug TrailFMI: 885-3997.
May 20 (Sunday): Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm School to benefit Black River Good Neighbors 10-2 FMI: 2283663 or www.brgn.org
Thursday, May 10, 2012
Cavendish Town Elementary School Board Meeting Minutes 4/17/12
Cavendish Town Elementary School Tuesday, April 17, 2012, 5:30 p.m.
Minutes
Board: Dr. Bont, Sharon Huntley, Jim Ballantine, and Stuart Lindberg
Administration: George Thomson-Principal and David Adams-Superintendent
Public: LPCTV, Virginia Walsh Mack-Recording Secretary, Michelle Lindberg, Mike Ripley, Peggy Svec, Richard Svec, Peter LaBelle, Connie Kendall and Cara Tyrrell
Call to order Dr. Bont called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
Comments from the Community: Mr. LaBelle gave a short presentation of the energy committee regarding solar panels for CTES at a cost of $165,000. $75,000.00 would come from Energy Vermont so the net cost would be $90,000.00 for the system. The payback period would be 12.5 years. There could possibly be additional reductions in the cost with a grant from the USDA and citizen participation. Mr. LaBelle discussed the Performance and Financial Analysis from Renewable Energy Systems and Technologies, LLC (attached). Discussion ensued. The board reached a consensus for the committee to move forward with getting additional information. The board thanked Richard and Peter for the presentation.
Approval of Minutes of March 20, 2012: Jim made a motion to approve the minutes of March 20, 2012 as presented. Motion approved.
WSWSU Transition Planning: David handed out the transition planning for the central office next year that the executive committee has approved (attached). There will be a reallocation of duties in the central office.
2012/13 Calendar: David gave the board the 2012/2013 calendar.
Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update: The SU is waiting for a decision from the legislature.
Principal’s Report: George gave the board a copy of the budget summary. There is nothing to alert the board about. George has been working with the staff to decide what the classroom structure will look like next year. Bussing for next year was discussed. Preschool students visited Kindergarten today. Grade 6 bingo raised $1600. The play and the variety show were a success. MAPS and NECAP testing will take place in May. Spring break is next week. Graduation is scheduled for June 14th at 6:30 p.m. School outing will be June 15th and Move Up Day will be June 18th.
Superintendent Report: David reported Bill H440 is the bill to consider moving the Commissioner of Education position to a Cabinet position. Teacher and Support Staff negotiations are ongoing.
Other Business: Stuart said parents have expressed the difficulty with child care on half day Tuesdays. George gave background on the reason for half day Tuesdays. He said it came about in 1988 to give teachers professional development by lengthening the school days on Monday, Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Discussion ensued regarding professional development in the S.U.; what the other schools do; how professional development days are used; the board being cautious about discussing information regarding collective bargaining agreements; teacher conferences; the possibility of the children being able to stay at school in a “program” on half day Tuesdays; how widespread the concern is. This topic will go on a future agenda.
Executive Session: Jim made a motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel. Motion approved. The board came out of executive session at 7:10 p.m. No action taken.
Adjournment: Sharon made a motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
Minutes
Board: Dr. Bont, Sharon Huntley, Jim Ballantine, and Stuart Lindberg
Administration: George Thomson-Principal and David Adams-Superintendent
Public: LPCTV, Virginia Walsh Mack-Recording Secretary, Michelle Lindberg, Mike Ripley, Peggy Svec, Richard Svec, Peter LaBelle, Connie Kendall and Cara Tyrrell
Call to order Dr. Bont called the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
Comments from the Community: Mr. LaBelle gave a short presentation of the energy committee regarding solar panels for CTES at a cost of $165,000. $75,000.00 would come from Energy Vermont so the net cost would be $90,000.00 for the system. The payback period would be 12.5 years. There could possibly be additional reductions in the cost with a grant from the USDA and citizen participation. Mr. LaBelle discussed the Performance and Financial Analysis from Renewable Energy Systems and Technologies, LLC (attached). Discussion ensued. The board reached a consensus for the committee to move forward with getting additional information. The board thanked Richard and Peter for the presentation.
Approval of Minutes of March 20, 2012: Jim made a motion to approve the minutes of March 20, 2012 as presented. Motion approved.
WSWSU Transition Planning: David handed out the transition planning for the central office next year that the executive committee has approved (attached). There will be a reallocation of duties in the central office.
2012/13 Calendar: David gave the board the 2012/2013 calendar.
Joint Supervisory Union Merger/Consolidation Update: The SU is waiting for a decision from the legislature.
Principal’s Report: George gave the board a copy of the budget summary. There is nothing to alert the board about. George has been working with the staff to decide what the classroom structure will look like next year. Bussing for next year was discussed. Preschool students visited Kindergarten today. Grade 6 bingo raised $1600. The play and the variety show were a success. MAPS and NECAP testing will take place in May. Spring break is next week. Graduation is scheduled for June 14th at 6:30 p.m. School outing will be June 15th and Move Up Day will be June 18th.
Superintendent Report: David reported Bill H440 is the bill to consider moving the Commissioner of Education position to a Cabinet position. Teacher and Support Staff negotiations are ongoing.
Other Business: Stuart said parents have expressed the difficulty with child care on half day Tuesdays. George gave background on the reason for half day Tuesdays. He said it came about in 1988 to give teachers professional development by lengthening the school days on Monday, Wednesday Thursday and Friday. Discussion ensued regarding professional development in the S.U.; what the other schools do; how professional development days are used; the board being cautious about discussing information regarding collective bargaining agreements; teacher conferences; the possibility of the children being able to stay at school in a “program” on half day Tuesdays; how widespread the concern is. This topic will go on a future agenda.
Executive Session: Jim made a motion to go into executive session to discuss personnel. Motion approved. The board came out of executive session at 7:10 p.m. No action taken.
Adjournment: Sharon made a motion to adjourn. Meeting adjourned at 7:11 p.m.
Friday, May 4, 2012
Cavendish Update 5/4/12 News/Events/Green Up
Information can also be posted on the Cavendish VT Facebook Page.
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Historical Society blog
CAVENDISH GREEN UP DAY MAY 5
The 5/4/12 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Cavendish Related News
2. Getting What You Need in Cavendish
3. Cavendish Historical Society: Summer Fest/Can You Help?
4. Cavendish Civil War History: How Did the Soldiers Brush their Teeth?
5. Mother/Daughter Beauty Day at the Cavendish Library
6. BRGNS 4th Annual Spring Rummage Sale
7. Paws Walk
8. Cavendish Events 5/4-5/12
1. Cavendish Related News
Car Accident in Cavendish: On Monday, Rachel LaPlante, 19 years old from Perkinsville VT, was in a car accident at the intersection of Route 131 and Lindberg Dr, which totaled her car. The vehicle in front of LaPlante was a friend's and while driving she sped up and followed her friend then backed off and sped back up. While doing this her vehicle was traveling faster then she expected and she went into the middle of the road to avoid hitting her friends' vehicle. She then lost control and left the roadway. Her vehicle collided with the ledge and hit a road sign before coming to a rest down an embankment LaPlante will be ticketed for failing to maintain her lane. The Cavendish Fire Department responded to the accident. LaPlante was taken by ambulance to Springfield Hospital, where she was treated for minor injuries.
Court Rules in Favor of Citizen Access to Act 250: The Environmental Division of the Vermont Superior Court today ruled decisively in favor of citizen participation in Act 250 proceedings in a case involving a proposed development in Bennington. Press Release
Irene Gives Boost to Invasive Plant: In Vermont, the floodwaters from Tropical Storm Irene and work afterward to dredge rivers and remove debris spread fragments of Japanese knotweed, a plant that threatens to take over flood plains wiped clean by the August storm. Burlington Free Press
Southern Vermont Phone Book Now Online: VTel has re-launched the online version of its Southern Vermont Phone Directory. New features include advanced search capability, business searches by category, and easy access to the government, community, yellow page and other sections of the book.
Purple Traps in Trees: As part of an effort to protect Vermont from a highly invasive and destructive insect, the Agency of Agriculture and the USDA Department of Animal and Plant Inspection Service are once again hanging purple, prism shaped box traps from trees across the state. The traps are being set to detect the presence of a metallic green beetle called the Emerald Ash Borer, which has devastated trees in 15 states but so far has not invaded Vermont. The traps do not attract the beetle, but instead serve as detection tools to determine if this harmful pest is present. Press Release
Lawmakers Settle Redistricting Differences: A bill that details new legislative districts that will stand for a decade has been approved by Vermont House and Senate. This now goes to the Governor for his signature. Because of the late date on which the redistricting bill passed, lawmakers agreed to the start of petition filing for legislative positions has been moved from May 14 to May 29. Burlington Free Press
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Rate Increase: The Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) yesterday ruled on its first health insurance rate increase request, consistent with its responsibilities under Act 48 of the 2011 legislative session. The Board approved a 3.67 percent increase in the “medical trend” portion of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont’s premiums for the upcoming quarter. Press Release
Tanning Bill to Become Law without Gov Signature: The law makes it illegal for people under 18 to use commercial tanning beds. Supporters say the beds increase the risk of skin cancer. Shumlin says he agrees, but he says he cannot sign the bill because it does not include any resources for the health department to enforce the ban. Shumlin says it would be more effective to educate consumers about the risks of tanning. WCAX
Popular Stores Reopen in W. Lebanon: Both K Mart and JC Penney (now called JCP) have been reopened following extensive renovations following Irene. The only store yet to reopen is Sears. h
2. Getting What You Need in Cavendish
Thanks to a grant from the Cavendish Community Fund, a project of the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association, an update of “Getting What You Need: A Checklist for those living with a chronic condition; Caregivers and/or Seniors Cavendish, VT edition has been posted to the Cavendish Update blog. A PDF version can be obtained by e-mailing margoc@tds.net and print copies are available at the Cavendish Town Office.
3. Cavendish Historical Society: Summer Fest/Can You Help?
On June 30, the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will be hosting a Summer Fest on the Museum grounds, located on Route 131 in Cavendish. In addition to the annual plant sale, “pie for breakfast,” and local vendors, there will be a silent and live auction. CHS is in need of donations, such as:
• gift certificates to restaurants, stores etc.
• certificates of service, such as ski tuning, gardening, dinner in your home, childcare, business service, lawn care etc.
• items, such as art work, furniture etc. Items need to be in good shape-new, gently used or actual antiques
You can send certificates to CHS, PO Box 472, Cavendish, VT 05142 If you have items that you need to be picked up or dropped off, please call 802-226-7807 or e-mail margoc@tds.net. After June 2, you will be able to drop them off at the Museum on Sundays from 2-4 pm.
If you have a service you would like to donate, please e-mail the following information to margoc@tds.net and we’ll create a certificate for you:
• Service to be donated (be clear about what you will offer, such as 3 hours of gardening, dinner for 4 in your home, and if there is a time limit, e.g. redeemable by January 1, 2012)
• Estimated Value
• Person/organization making the donation
There are still some vendor slots available. The fee is $15 and you will need to provide your own booth, table and chairs. For more information: 802-226-7807 or margoc@tds.net
4. Cavendish Civil War History: How Did the Soldiers Brush their Teeth?
In order to enlist into the Union Army, recruits underwent a physical, which included an examination to determine “whether he had sufficient number of teeth in good condition to masticate his food properly to tear his cartridge quickly and with ease.” As regulations were revised, guidelines became more specific, “total loss of all the front teeth, the eye-teeth, and first molar even if only of one jaw” was cause for rejection.
While many wanted to serve in the military, others saw the “teeth requirement,” as a way out. As Dr. David Noble noted, “one man exhibited twelve sound teeth that had been recently extracted, thus settling the question that a man may stand the steel, but fear the powder and lead.”
While it would seem that because good teeth were important for a soldier, yet “not only did the US Army enter the war without dental surgeons, but the federal government did not supply toothbrushes for its troops. Dentists hoped the new call to arms would make the military aware of its dental shortcomings.
Any dental care the soldier received once in the Army was either paid for by the individual or received from an Army surgeon, hospital steward, or a trained dentist serving in another capacity in the same unit. The Civil War: Dental Care in the Union Army, 1861-1865
Dr. Samuel Stockton White, inventor of SS White Tooth Powder, which some soldiers carried in their packs, met with Abraham Lincoln, in his capacity to provide dental services to the Union soldiers. Even though he was head of the American Dental Association, nothing came of it.
If a toothbrush was available, and it seems the confederate side was a bit more concerned about dental hygiene, it was most likely handmade. Mass production of toothbrushes didn’t occur in the US until 1885. A toothbrush found at an archeological dig site in Johnson Island, Ohio was described as follows, “Every feature of the toothbrush had been made by hand, from the carving of the handle to the drilling of no fewer than 88 holes for the boar bristles, which were secured to the base with linen thread. Brushing teeth was not common during the mid-nineteenth century, and only elite members of society typically used toothbrushes. Such a fine example reflects the high status of the Confederate officer who owned it. http://www.archaeology.org/0801/etc/artifact.html
So what did the soldiers do to clean their teeth? Without a toothbrush, they would have used what ever was handy-rags, salt, a finger, leaves and probably a “chewing stick.” Read the rest of the article at the Cavendish Historical Society’s blog.
5. Mother/Daughter Beauty Day at the Cavendish Library
In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm on Saturday, May 12. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
6. BRGNS 4th Annual Spring Rummage Sale
Black River Good Neighbor Services is holding a gigantic Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 19 & 20 from 10am until 4pm on Friday and Saturday and until 2pm on Sunday.
All proceeds from this sale go to benefit the needy in the area. “The current economic and unemployment crisis and the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene, has created a greater demand than ever. A lot of our neighbors are going to need help this summer, so we are asking for everyone in the area who can help to please do so” said Peter LaBelle President of BRGNS. All monies raised will help cover utilities/fuel cost, food and rent assistance for those who qualify and live in Ludlow, Belmont, Mt. Holly, Proctorsville, Cavendish and Plymouth.
This is a community effort; here is what you can do to help:
• .If you have anything to donate, please call Audrey Bridge at 802-228-3663 to arrange a drop off time. Drop offs will be accepted at Fletcher Farm starting May 14th but be sure to call so someone can be scheduled to meet you and accept your donation. Fletcher Farm’s Barn is located at 611 Route 103 S. We are accepting Summer clothing (please hold winter items for the Fall Rummage Sale). Furniture will be accepted gratefully (nothing broken or torn please). Please do not donate items that are stained, ripped or broken.
• If you have a vehicle and some time, Black River Good Neighbor Services could use your help to move items to Fletcher Farm.
• Volunteers are needed to help work the sale as well as setup, so please come and help.
• There will be a table selling baked goods. So, if you can bake an item to donate for selling, please do so. We always sell out and can used more baked items throughout the weekend.
• Please come and buy some of the great bargains.
FMI: 802-228-3663 or BRGNS@tds.net or www.brgn.org.
7. Paws Walk
If you haven't signed up for the Springfield Humane Society's annual "Paws About Town" walk, there is still time! This fun event brings together animal lovers, happy dogs, kids and volunteers in order to raise awareness about homeless animals. The small but committed humane society serves five area towns---that adds up to a lot of strays, surrenders, sick and sad critters in need of care. Without tax dollars to support them, the Springfield Humane Society takes in the companion animals with nowhere else to go and finds forever homes for nearly every one. While the cost of food, medical care, utilities and insurance rise, the budget becomes tighter. You can make a difference by collecting pledges and joining the crowd of volunteers and pooches on Saturday May 19 to walk the streets of Springfield to get the word out. By joining the walk you will be a voice for the cats and dogs living at the humane society that cannot tell their own stories. The event starts at 9:30 a.m. at Springfield Middle School, rain or shine. Download your pledge sheet early at spfldhumane.org by clicking on Upcoming Events, then Paws About Springfield. Or pick one up at the Springfield Humane Society at 401 Skitchewaug Trail. If you don't have a dog, borrow one. And bring a friend, the more the merrier. For more information call 885-3997.
8. Cavendish Events 5/4-5/12
May 5 (Saturday): Green Up Day Meet at the Cavendish Town Elementary School in Proctorsville at 9 am for routes, bags and gloves. Starting at noon, there will be a BBQ at the Proctorsville Town Green. If you can, bring a side dish to share. For the vegetarians, there will be veggie burgers. Rain Date is May 6. FMI: 226-7292
• BRAT (Black River Association) is teaming with the Fletcher Farm Foundation to clear out some trash that is lodged on the riverbank at the far edge of the soccer fields on Route 103 at the Ludlow/Cavendish town line. Meet at the field at 9 am for “beat-the-knotweed” cleanup. FMI: 885-1533 or www.blackriveractionteam.org
• CCCA’s Walk and Talk series on Reptiles and Amphibians with James Andrews, VT’s foremont state herpetologist and Chair of the VT Reptile and Amphibian Scientific Advisory Group. This one hour presentation will be followed by a guided field trip in Cavendish expected to last three hours. FMI: Tim O’Donoghue at 226-7023.
• Archer Mayor will be talking at 1 pm at the Cavendish Library. FMI: http://www.thebooknookvt.com
May 6 (Sunday): Green Up Day Rain Date-Similar schedule to May 5, but events will start at noon versus 9 am.
May 8 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Cavendish Calendar Contest begins. Contest guidelines and rules, and entry forms and instructions on how to enter will be available at the CCCA website, at the Town Offices on High Street in Cavendish, or at Crow’s Bakery on Depot St. in Proctorsville.
• Okemo Valley Chamber Mixer at Good Commons
May 10 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• GMUHS School Board Meeting, 5 pm at the school
May 11 (Friday): CTES School Dance 6-8 pm at the School.
May 12 (Saturday): The Southern Windsor County Regional Planning Commission and the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring for the Home Energy and Business Expo: a free event for Vermont families, home and farm owners, and businesses, created to showcase products and services that will decrease energy costs, improve the surrounding community, and build regional business sustainability. The event will take place on May 12, from 10-3 at the Jackson Gore Inn in Ludlow. FMI: Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce at 802-228-5830 or http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/home-energy-and-business-expo---ludlow.html
• Stamp-Out Cancer Benefit at the Proctorsville Fire Hall from 10-4. Kids crafts, Hand Crafted Cards, to purchase or make yourself, face painting, food and more. All money raised goes to a family fighting stage 4 cancer.
• In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Mother/Daughter Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm at the Library in Proctorsville. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
• Dance Factory’s spring recital, 6 pm Springfield High School. A number of Cavendish students will be performing. Tickets are $14 for adults and $8 for students/children and are available at the door.
This issue of the Cavendish Update is made possible by the Cavendish Historical Society blog
CAVENDISH GREEN UP DAY MAY 5
The 5/4/12 Cavendish Update Contains
1. Cavendish Related News
2. Getting What You Need in Cavendish
3. Cavendish Historical Society: Summer Fest/Can You Help?
4. Cavendish Civil War History: How Did the Soldiers Brush their Teeth?
5. Mother/Daughter Beauty Day at the Cavendish Library
6. BRGNS 4th Annual Spring Rummage Sale
7. Paws Walk
8. Cavendish Events 5/4-5/12
1. Cavendish Related News
Car Accident in Cavendish: On Monday, Rachel LaPlante, 19 years old from Perkinsville VT, was in a car accident at the intersection of Route 131 and Lindberg Dr, which totaled her car. The vehicle in front of LaPlante was a friend's and while driving she sped up and followed her friend then backed off and sped back up. While doing this her vehicle was traveling faster then she expected and she went into the middle of the road to avoid hitting her friends' vehicle. She then lost control and left the roadway. Her vehicle collided with the ledge and hit a road sign before coming to a rest down an embankment LaPlante will be ticketed for failing to maintain her lane. The Cavendish Fire Department responded to the accident. LaPlante was taken by ambulance to Springfield Hospital, where she was treated for minor injuries.
Court Rules in Favor of Citizen Access to Act 250: The Environmental Division of the Vermont Superior Court today ruled decisively in favor of citizen participation in Act 250 proceedings in a case involving a proposed development in Bennington. Press Release
Irene Gives Boost to Invasive Plant: In Vermont, the floodwaters from Tropical Storm Irene and work afterward to dredge rivers and remove debris spread fragments of Japanese knotweed, a plant that threatens to take over flood plains wiped clean by the August storm. Burlington Free Press
Southern Vermont Phone Book Now Online: VTel has re-launched the online version of its Southern Vermont Phone Directory. New features include advanced search capability, business searches by category, and easy access to the government, community, yellow page and other sections of the book.
Purple Traps in Trees: As part of an effort to protect Vermont from a highly invasive and destructive insect, the Agency of Agriculture and the USDA Department of Animal and Plant Inspection Service are once again hanging purple, prism shaped box traps from trees across the state. The traps are being set to detect the presence of a metallic green beetle called the Emerald Ash Borer, which has devastated trees in 15 states but so far has not invaded Vermont. The traps do not attract the beetle, but instead serve as detection tools to determine if this harmful pest is present. Press Release
Lawmakers Settle Redistricting Differences: A bill that details new legislative districts that will stand for a decade has been approved by Vermont House and Senate. This now goes to the Governor for his signature. Because of the late date on which the redistricting bill passed, lawmakers agreed to the start of petition filing for legislative positions has been moved from May 14 to May 29. Burlington Free Press
Blue Cross/Blue Shield Rate Increase: The Green Mountain Care Board (GMCB) yesterday ruled on its first health insurance rate increase request, consistent with its responsibilities under Act 48 of the 2011 legislative session. The Board approved a 3.67 percent increase in the “medical trend” portion of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont’s premiums for the upcoming quarter. Press Release
Tanning Bill to Become Law without Gov Signature: The law makes it illegal for people under 18 to use commercial tanning beds. Supporters say the beds increase the risk of skin cancer. Shumlin says he agrees, but he says he cannot sign the bill because it does not include any resources for the health department to enforce the ban. Shumlin says it would be more effective to educate consumers about the risks of tanning. WCAX
Popular Stores Reopen in W. Lebanon: Both K Mart and JC Penney (now called JCP) have been reopened following extensive renovations following Irene. The only store yet to reopen is Sears. h
2. Getting What You Need in Cavendish
Thanks to a grant from the Cavendish Community Fund, a project of the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association, an update of “Getting What You Need: A Checklist for those living with a chronic condition; Caregivers and/or Seniors Cavendish, VT edition has been posted to the Cavendish Update blog. A PDF version can be obtained by e-mailing margoc@tds.net and print copies are available at the Cavendish Town Office.
3. Cavendish Historical Society: Summer Fest/Can You Help?
On June 30, the Cavendish Historical Society (CHS) will be hosting a Summer Fest on the Museum grounds, located on Route 131 in Cavendish. In addition to the annual plant sale, “pie for breakfast,” and local vendors, there will be a silent and live auction. CHS is in need of donations, such as:
• gift certificates to restaurants, stores etc.
• certificates of service, such as ski tuning, gardening, dinner in your home, childcare, business service, lawn care etc.
• items, such as art work, furniture etc. Items need to be in good shape-new, gently used or actual antiques
You can send certificates to CHS, PO Box 472, Cavendish, VT 05142 If you have items that you need to be picked up or dropped off, please call 802-226-7807 or e-mail margoc@tds.net. After June 2, you will be able to drop them off at the Museum on Sundays from 2-4 pm.
If you have a service you would like to donate, please e-mail the following information to margoc@tds.net and we’ll create a certificate for you:
• Service to be donated (be clear about what you will offer, such as 3 hours of gardening, dinner for 4 in your home, and if there is a time limit, e.g. redeemable by January 1, 2012)
• Estimated Value
• Person/organization making the donation
There are still some vendor slots available. The fee is $15 and you will need to provide your own booth, table and chairs. For more information: 802-226-7807 or margoc@tds.net
4. Cavendish Civil War History: How Did the Soldiers Brush their Teeth?
In order to enlist into the Union Army, recruits underwent a physical, which included an examination to determine “whether he had sufficient number of teeth in good condition to masticate his food properly to tear his cartridge quickly and with ease.” As regulations were revised, guidelines became more specific, “total loss of all the front teeth, the eye-teeth, and first molar even if only of one jaw” was cause for rejection.
While many wanted to serve in the military, others saw the “teeth requirement,” as a way out. As Dr. David Noble noted, “one man exhibited twelve sound teeth that had been recently extracted, thus settling the question that a man may stand the steel, but fear the powder and lead.”
While it would seem that because good teeth were important for a soldier, yet “not only did the US Army enter the war without dental surgeons, but the federal government did not supply toothbrushes for its troops. Dentists hoped the new call to arms would make the military aware of its dental shortcomings.
Any dental care the soldier received once in the Army was either paid for by the individual or received from an Army surgeon, hospital steward, or a trained dentist serving in another capacity in the same unit. The Civil War: Dental Care in the Union Army, 1861-1865
Dr. Samuel Stockton White, inventor of SS White Tooth Powder, which some soldiers carried in their packs, met with Abraham Lincoln, in his capacity to provide dental services to the Union soldiers. Even though he was head of the American Dental Association, nothing came of it.
If a toothbrush was available, and it seems the confederate side was a bit more concerned about dental hygiene, it was most likely handmade. Mass production of toothbrushes didn’t occur in the US until 1885. A toothbrush found at an archeological dig site in Johnson Island, Ohio was described as follows, “Every feature of the toothbrush had been made by hand, from the carving of the handle to the drilling of no fewer than 88 holes for the boar bristles, which were secured to the base with linen thread. Brushing teeth was not common during the mid-nineteenth century, and only elite members of society typically used toothbrushes. Such a fine example reflects the high status of the Confederate officer who owned it. http://www.archaeology.org/0801/etc/artifact.html
So what did the soldiers do to clean their teeth? Without a toothbrush, they would have used what ever was handy-rags, salt, a finger, leaves and probably a “chewing stick.” Read the rest of the article at the Cavendish Historical Society’s blog.
5. Mother/Daughter Beauty Day at the Cavendish Library
In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm on Saturday, May 12. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
6. BRGNS 4th Annual Spring Rummage Sale
Black River Good Neighbor Services is holding a gigantic Spring Rummage Sale at Fletcher Farm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 18, 19 & 20 from 10am until 4pm on Friday and Saturday and until 2pm on Sunday.
All proceeds from this sale go to benefit the needy in the area. “The current economic and unemployment crisis and the aftermath of Tropical Storm Irene, has created a greater demand than ever. A lot of our neighbors are going to need help this summer, so we are asking for everyone in the area who can help to please do so” said Peter LaBelle President of BRGNS. All monies raised will help cover utilities/fuel cost, food and rent assistance for those who qualify and live in Ludlow, Belmont, Mt. Holly, Proctorsville, Cavendish and Plymouth.
This is a community effort; here is what you can do to help:
• .If you have anything to donate, please call Audrey Bridge at 802-228-3663 to arrange a drop off time. Drop offs will be accepted at Fletcher Farm starting May 14th but be sure to call so someone can be scheduled to meet you and accept your donation. Fletcher Farm’s Barn is located at 611 Route 103 S. We are accepting Summer clothing (please hold winter items for the Fall Rummage Sale). Furniture will be accepted gratefully (nothing broken or torn please). Please do not donate items that are stained, ripped or broken.
• If you have a vehicle and some time, Black River Good Neighbor Services could use your help to move items to Fletcher Farm.
• Volunteers are needed to help work the sale as well as setup, so please come and help.
• There will be a table selling baked goods. So, if you can bake an item to donate for selling, please do so. We always sell out and can used more baked items throughout the weekend.
• Please come and buy some of the great bargains.
FMI: 802-228-3663 or BRGNS@tds.net or www.brgn.org.
7. Paws Walk
If you haven't signed up for the Springfield Humane Society's annual "Paws About Town" walk, there is still time! This fun event brings together animal lovers, happy dogs, kids and volunteers in order to raise awareness about homeless animals. The small but committed humane society serves five area towns---that adds up to a lot of strays, surrenders, sick and sad critters in need of care. Without tax dollars to support them, the Springfield Humane Society takes in the companion animals with nowhere else to go and finds forever homes for nearly every one. While the cost of food, medical care, utilities and insurance rise, the budget becomes tighter. You can make a difference by collecting pledges and joining the crowd of volunteers and pooches on Saturday May 19 to walk the streets of Springfield to get the word out. By joining the walk you will be a voice for the cats and dogs living at the humane society that cannot tell their own stories. The event starts at 9:30 a.m. at Springfield Middle School, rain or shine. Download your pledge sheet early at spfldhumane.org by clicking on Upcoming Events, then Paws About Springfield. Or pick one up at the Springfield Humane Society at 401 Skitchewaug Trail. If you don't have a dog, borrow one. And bring a friend, the more the merrier. For more information call 885-3997.
8. Cavendish Events 5/4-5/12
May 5 (Saturday): Green Up Day Meet at the Cavendish Town Elementary School in Proctorsville at 9 am for routes, bags and gloves. Starting at noon, there will be a BBQ at the Proctorsville Town Green. If you can, bring a side dish to share. For the vegetarians, there will be veggie burgers. Rain Date is May 6. FMI: 226-7292
• BRAT (Black River Association) is teaming with the Fletcher Farm Foundation to clear out some trash that is lodged on the riverbank at the far edge of the soccer fields on Route 103 at the Ludlow/Cavendish town line. Meet at the field at 9 am for “beat-the-knotweed” cleanup. FMI: 885-1533 or www.blackriveractionteam.org
• CCCA’s Walk and Talk series on Reptiles and Amphibians with James Andrews, VT’s foremont state herpetologist and Chair of the VT Reptile and Amphibian Scientific Advisory Group. This one hour presentation will be followed by a guided field trip in Cavendish expected to last three hours. FMI: Tim O’Donoghue at 226-7023.
• Archer Mayor will be talking at 1 pm at the Cavendish Library. FMI: http://www.thebooknookvt.com
May 6 (Sunday): Green Up Day Rain Date-Similar schedule to May 5, but events will start at noon versus 9 am.
May 8 (Tuesday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Cavendish Calendar Contest begins. Contest guidelines and rules, and entry forms and instructions on how to enter will be available at the CCCA website, at the Town Offices on High Street in Cavendish, or at Crow’s Bakery on Depot St. in Proctorsville.
• Okemo Valley Chamber Mixer at Good Commons
May 10 (Thursday): Bone Builders Class at the Cavendish Baptist-- Class from 10-11:15. FMI: Linda at Green Mountain RSVP & Volunteer Center of Windsor County at (802) 885-2083, or Anne Oakes or Andrew Ohotnicky at (802) 228-5236, Dot Ramsdell at (802) 226-7870
• Sit & Knit" at the Six Loose Ladies yarn shop, Pollard Building, Proctorsville Green, 2:00 -9:00 PM. Open to knitters, spinners, crocheters, hookers. Free. FMI: 226-7373
• GMUHS School Board Meeting, 5 pm at the school
May 11 (Friday): CTES School Dance 6-8 pm at the School.
May 12 (Saturday): The Southern Windsor County Regional Planning Commission and the Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce are sponsoring for the Home Energy and Business Expo: a free event for Vermont families, home and farm owners, and businesses, created to showcase products and services that will decrease energy costs, improve the surrounding community, and build regional business sustainability. The event will take place on May 12, from 10-3 at the Jackson Gore Inn in Ludlow. FMI: Okemo Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce at 802-228-5830 or http://www.yourplaceinvermont.com/home-energy-and-business-expo---ludlow.html
• Stamp-Out Cancer Benefit at the Proctorsville Fire Hall from 10-4. Kids crafts, Hand Crafted Cards, to purchase or make yourself, face painting, food and more. All money raised goes to a family fighting stage 4 cancer.
• In celebration of Mother’s Day, the Cavendish Fletcher Community Library in Proctorsville is holding a Mother/Daughter Beauty Day, Inside and Out, from 1-4 pm at the Library in Proctorsville. A free event, lots of fun things are being planned including: jewelry making; make overs; hair styling; chair massage; henna tattoos; chocolate fondue; yoga and more. FMI: 226-7503.
• Dance Factory’s spring recital, 6 pm Springfield High School. A number of Cavendish students will be performing. Tickets are $14 for adults and $8 for students/children and are available at the door.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Cavendish Burglary 5/02
A burglary was reported on May 2, at 6:30 am at 241 Power Plant Rd in Cavendish. Forced entry was discovered by CVPS employees and was immediately reported. The violation includes burglary, vandalism and larceny. Anyone with information in reference to this burglary are encouraged to contact Senior Trooper Bryson Lunderville at the Rockingham Barracks at 802.975.2112.
Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Edith Hunter
Edith Hunter, a member of the Cavendish Historical Society and a frequent commentator of Vermont Public Radio, died on Saturday. Read more about her life and work at http://www.vpr.net/news_detail/94323/edith-hunter-writer-vpr-commentator-dies-at-92/ Our sympathies to Will (Cavendish Town Moderator) and family.
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