AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSwanton Downtown: Inflation has opened a $384,000 gap in the village’s downtown upgrade budget. Town officials voiced early support for helping, but made no decision. Election Countdown: Vermonters vote Nov. 3 in a closely watched governor’s race. The latest poll has Republican Phil Scott at 49% and Democrat/Progressive Amanda Janoo at 46%; statewide and legislative seats are also on the ballot. Household Costs: Vermont leaders are committing millions to heating assistance as winter bills climb, while food shelves report more residents seeking help. School Overhaul: Vermont’s school consolidation process is off to a rocky start, as education and property taxes remain major voter concerns. Consumer Privacy: Vermont will receive $4.5 million from a multistate settlement with General Motors over sharing drivers’ data with insurers; the deal requires consumer consent for data collection and disclosure. Health Access: Copley Hospital will offer Saturday lung cancer screening appointments Nov. 14 to make early detection easier for people who can’t attend weekday visits.
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