A new paper was released today that highlights the intersection of affordable housing and education, and the benefits that an affordable home provides kids in terms of their ability to learn in school. In the report, Rebecca Haslam, an elementary school teacher, is quoted saying, "Kids experiencing housing challenges feel disconnected from their communities, which is even more damaging to their ability to access the academics... they're just not ready."
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Groundbreaking set for new apartments at Waterbury state office complex
Mark your calendars for the groundbreaking celebration for South Main Apartments (formerly the state office complex's Ladd Hall) in Waterbury. Senator Patrick Leahy will join developers Central Vermont Community Land Trust and Housing Vermont as the community gathers to kick off the redevelopment of this historic building after the disrepair caused by Tropical Storm Irene.
Two Vermont organizations recognized as national Green Building Standards Partners of Excellence
Snyder Homes of Shelburne and Vermont Energy Investment Corporation of Burlington were recognized as National Green Building Standards Partners of Excellence last week.
The awards were made by Maryland-based Home Innovation Research Labs for outstanding contributions by organizations to advancing green building in their communities and commitment to voluntary, market-driven, third-party certification of high-performance homes.
Vermont-based bank wins outstanding ranking for meeting local needs
Based on the FDIC’s recent assessment of how well lending practices of selected banks contribute to the vibrancy of local communities, Union Bank, based in Morristown, stood out.
Union Bank earned an “outstanding” ranking, reserved for banks that most effectively meet the credit needs of their local communities. Only four of the approximately one hundred banks reviewed nationwide during the most recent round of assessments in June received such a ranking.
New name for Central Vermont Community Action Council
Central Vermont Community Action Council, Inc. has changed its name to Capstone Community Action, Inc.
NERSC captures spirit of resident services coordinators in video
When resident services coordinators from across New England come together each year, the benefits of sharing experiences, honing skills, and learning new approaches is hard to capture in words.
The video released after this year’s conference in New Hampshire in May helps paint a picture of the power created when these devoted professionals come together.