CharlottenewsVt.org
Charlotte News
The
Vol. 58, no. 21 May 19, 2016
Vermont’s oldest nonprofit community newspaper, bringing you local news and views since 1958.
Mead salary talks delayed again John Hammer CONTRIBUTOR
The Selectboard “kicked the can down the road” yet again when it met on May 9 and deferred action on the town clerk/ treasurer (TC/T) pay issue until May 26 at 3 p.m. At that time the board will hold a single-issue meeting analyzing the position using the Palmer salary method with the expectation of finally resolving the question. The pay consultant, Frank Sadowski, who helped develop the salary administration policy (SAP), will be asked to attend. In arriving at this decision, the board reviewed and repeated many of the issues that have been previously heard at numerous meetings. The present decision was influenced by the fact that Mary Mead
had recently submitted a list of 115 job elements when asked to describe her job. Lane Morrison and others stated that because the Palmer method is entered using elements from a job description and not in the form of a list, it made the analysis very difficult. This precipitated an exchange between Mead and Fritz Tegatz, in which each accused the other of failing to honor the other’s interpretations of the elements in the job description. Matt Krasnow, in an attempt to mediate the argument, noted that people on each side of this issue appeared pretty well entrenched in their positions, even with Frank Sadowski’s presence to ensure impartiality. Krasnow said that so far the Selectboard had completed analysis of the three hardest Palmer categories. He reiterated what many others had been saying, that they wanted to evaluate the TC/T job fairly. He further suggested that any change allow “two different selectboards to look at a re-evaluation of existing jobs and both give their stamps of approval.” This might serve to steer the process away see SelecTboArd, page 6
In lieu of flowers Andrew Thayer Junior Golf Clinics at Basin Harbor Club carry on the memory of a beloved Charlotter and help area youth Geeda Searfoorce THE CHARLOTTE NEWS
A community’s generosity honors the memory of Andrew Thayer, the Charlotte native who passed away unexpectedly on March 21 in Delray Beach, Florida. A fund started by friends and family will support area youth participation in the Andrew Thayer Junior Golf Clinics at Basin Harbor Club this summer, free of charge. The clinic, which will run four Mondays—June 20 and 27, July 11 and 18—from 9 to 11 a.m., is designed to expose students to the positive values that the game of golf provides, including
Under the big top Water Matters, part 2
The stage at Charlotte Central School was lit up with smiling faces on Friday, May 13, as students from grades K – 4 treated the packed crowd to a rousing circus. The gleeful performers wowed with acts of plate-spinning, feather-balancing, juggling and clowning, and were encouraged by the cheers of the eager audience to ham it up in style. Troy Wunderle of Wunderle’s Big Top Adventures worked with the students in advance of the show to practice movement, coordination, and collaborative dexterity—skills that can support student growth at early developmental stages. All proceeds benefitted the CCS PTO. PHOTO: KEN HOWELL
Aging Vermont farmers seek successors
The farming culture that defines much of Vermont is in crisis. Twenty-eight percent of the state’s farms are in the hands of farmers who are 65 years of age or older—people who are ready to retire within the next 10 years or so. However, farmers are finding it harder and harder to retire because younger generations can’t afford the land and there is often no one in the family to pass it on to. The land cannot just be passed on to anyone, either. Cris Coffin, policy director of Land For Good, says, “How and to whom this land and farm infrastructure transfers will have an enormous impact on the future of farming in New England.” It is no secret that a lot of farmland is turned into commercial or residential property, which adds to farmers’ anxiety
about selling it. While many senior farmers may not have a future plan for their land, they all would like it to remain in farming. The transfer is vitally important for everyone, especially considering the amount of land that is going to be transferred within the next 20 years or so. Vermont has a lot of agricultural land; the 28 percent of older farmers who plan to retire soon manage 363,600 acres and own a collective $1.2 billion in land and agricultural infrastructure. Currently, farmers’ main concern is to find buyers who can afford to purchase the land and successfully continue to farm it so that the senior farmers can retire. But when there is such a large amount of land involved, retiring isn’t so easy. For additional information visit the American Farmland Trust and Land For Good websites, at farmland.org/ gaininginsights.
On Tuesday, May 24, at 7 p.m. at the Hinesburg Town Hall, Rebekah Weber of the Conservation Law Foundation will share information about the new rules and regulations being discussed and prepared as a result of Act 64, Vermont’s new clean water initiative. The public is invited, as watershed-wide community involvement is necessary in order to advocate for strategic and meaningful regulatory improvements. Three rule-making areas will be addressed: stormwater, agriculture and funding. Diane Snelling and Marty Illick will provide introductory remarks. Snelling and Illick have championed clean water and shoreland protection measures for over 20 years. For comments and questions, please call Marty Illick at 425-2002 or Jean Kiedaisch at 482-3382.
sportsmanship, honesty, courtesy, appreciation and empathy, all of which Andrew Thayer lived every day of his life, according to those who knew him. Sadie Stone, communications manager and special events coordinator at BHC, can attest to Thayer’s generosity of spirit and good will. Thayer and Stone grew up together and attended CCS and CVU at the same time. “Charlotte is such a closeknit community,” Stone said. “We had a see A ndrew ThAyer, page 5
Mike Cook surprised with Community Citizenship award at Grange On May 16, Mike Cook was celebrated with a Community Citizenship Award for over 40 years of service as a volunteer firefighter. Presented annually by the Charlotte Grange, the award honors the dedicated individuals who give their time and energy to the Town of Charlotte. Cook’s grateful colleagues from Charlotte Volunteer Fire and Rescue Service packed the Grange Hall and surprised him with a certificate, engraved paperweight and deep appreciation for all that he does. Assistant Fire Chief Rob Mullin said, “Mike’s a great guy. He’s always been here and we hope he sticks around for many years to come.”
Yay or neigh to
Act 46???
The ballot for the school district consolidation vote is Tuesday, June 7. Absentee ballots are available at the clerk’s office and polls are open 7 a.m.–7 p.m. at the CCS Multi-Purpose Room. More info on page 18.
2 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
It’s Tee Time at Dee PT Tim Gould, PT, MS, DPT
Tim heads the SwingRight program. He is a TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) certified fitness instructor and has completed additional course work on golf biomechanics, physical assessment, golf exercise and injury prevention. He has also completed training with the PGA, learning how to analyze the golf swing from a biomechanical perspective and to address faults through corrective exercises. Tim will be working directly
Spring is almost here and before you know it you’ll be out on the golf course. If you’re looking to get the edge on your opponents, then check out SwingRight at Dee PT. This innovative state-of-the-art training program is designed to strengthen and improve your golf game. In no time at all you’ll be hitting the ball further, more accurately and with less fatigue and soreness than ever before. We can’t help you get a good tee time, but with SwingRight we can help you improve your game.
SwingRight:
• Titleist Performance Institute Certified Fitness Instructor • Doctor of Physical Therapy • Video Swing Analysis • Range of Motion and Flexibility Assessment • Strength, Balance, and Power Assessment • Individualized SwingRight Training Program
with you to achieve your goals and will create a tailored program just for you!
www.DeePT.com 166 Athletic Dr. | Shelburne, VT 05482 | tel 802.985.4440
It’s Time for Dee PT!
The CharloTTe News • May 19 2016 • 3
Finding the truth – Kali Adams wins prestigious award for website The Charlotte News The Charlotte News is a nonprofit communitybased newspaper dedicated to informing townspeople of current events and issues. It serves as a forum for the free exchange of views of town residents and celebrates the people, places and happenings that make the Town of Charlotte unique. Contributions in the form of articles, press releases and photographs pertaining to Charlotte-related people and events are accepted and encouraged. For submission guidelines and deadlines, please visit our website or contact the editor at news@thecharlottenews.org. The Charlotte News is published in Charlotte by The Charlotte News, Inc., a Vermont domestic 501(c)(4) nonprofit corporation. Distribution is made every other Thursday to all households and businesses in Charlotte and to more than 50 outlets in Shelburne, Hinesburg, North Ferrisburgh, Ferrisburgh, Vergennes and Burlington. The Charlotte News relies on the generous financial contributions of its readers, subscriptions and advertising revenue to sustain its operations.
Editorial Staff news@thecharlottenews.org / 425-4949 Editor in chief: Alex Bunten Assistant editor: Geeda Searfoorce Contributing editors: Edd Merritt, Ruah Swennerfelt, Jorden Blucher, John Hammer Copy editors: Beth Merritt, Leslie Botjer, Vince Crockenberg, Carol Hanley Outwater interns: Kali Adams, Madison Hakey
Business Staff ads@thecharlottenews.org / 802-343-0279 Business manager: Shanley Hinge Ad manager: Monica Marshall
Board Members President: Vince Crockenberg Secretary: John Hammer Treasurer: Patrice Machavern Board members: Bob Bloch, Carol Hanley, Michael Haulenbeek, Gay Regan, Louisa Schibli
Contributors
Elizabeth Bassett, Jorden Blucher, Freya Chapdelaine, Isabel Cohen, Sean Gilliam, John Hammer, Ethan Lisle, Elyse Martin-Smith, Courtney McDermott, Kerrie Pughe, Olivia Spell, Claire Slater, Jasmin Townsending, Aidan Trus, Mary Von Vleck, Ben Wetzell, Margaret Woodruff, Mike Yantachka, David Ziegleman, M.D.
On the Cover
Mike Cook is honored at the Charlotte Grange during their annual Community Citizenship award cermony, May 16, 2016. PHOTO: HEATHER MANNING
Subscription Information The Charlotte News is delivered at no cost to all Charlotte residences. Effective May 1, 2016, we will no longer offer bulk mail subscriptions. Subscriptions are available for first-class delivery at $40 per calendar year. Want a subscription? Please send a check payable to The Charlotte News, PO Box 251, Charlotte, VT 05445.
Postmaster Send address changes to: The Charlotte News P.O. Box 251, Charlotte, VT 05445 Telephone: 425-4949 Circulation: 3,000 copies per issue Copyright © 2016 The Charlotte News, Inc. Printed by Upper Valley Press Member of the New England Newspaper and Press Association and the Vermont Press Association.
ANNIE FITZGERALD AND HER “TROUBLE PONY” SUMMER
Horse business Mountain Moon Farm’s grand opening at Country Cedar Farm Madison Hakey THE CHARLOTTE NEWS
On June 1, Annie Fitzgerald, trainer at Country Cedar Farm, will launch her new business, Mountain Moon Farm. Fitzgerald’s new business will operate out of Country Cedar, and will offer an array of services including riding lessons, boarding, horse training and summer camps. Before coming to UVM, Fitzgerald lived and trained in Medfield, MA. Starting out at just seven years old, she continues to take lessons with the same trainer when she goes home. “She was the inspiration for me doing this myself.” It wasn’t until middle school that Fitzgerald started to get serious about horses. She started showing and giving ground lessons at 12 years old, and giving riding lessons at 18. Fitzgerald gained a new perspective when she came to Charlotte. “I was surprised to see how many horse farms there were, specifically in Charlotte,” she says. This amount was intimidating when she first scoped out the competition. “Who am I to say I can do this better than any of these people?” she said. Fitzgerald soon realized that she would have to work hard and hope that people would come to her. “Keep your head down, work hard, and people are going to respect you and come to you.” In addition, she learned how to brush things off. “Try not to take anything too personally,” she says, “it’s not usually about you.” This can be extremely hard in a business where relationships are often very personal. “It’s a very deep passion for a lot of people and when you share that, it bonds you,” she says. Throughout her life, Fitzgerald’s closest friends have been made through an interest in horses. There is a reason people call the community at the farm a “barn family.” In the end, everyone is there for the horses and wants what is best for them. “It can tend to get a little bit out of sight when things get a little messy, but when it comes down to it,” she says, “the grounding factor is that we are all here for the horses.” The horses, of course, are Fitzgerald’s favorite part, but it’s the “problem” horses that are her passion. Just recently, Fitzgerald started training Summer, a rescue pony who is nervous and untrusting. In the past two months, the improvement has been dramatic. “Seeing your hard
work pay off in the life of another animal is really amazing and very unique to this business,” she says. Another unique part of the business is the intense emotional stress. “Ups and downs are inherent in everyday life, but in this business, they can be high highs and low lows,” Fitzgerald says. However, she wouldn’t give up any part of it. “Every little bit along the way, I can trace to something that seemed bad at one point, but that moment was necessary in order to bring me to the next important thing.” Everything has a silver lining, and Fitzgerald chooses to see it. She doesn’t need to look too far to see the positive aspects of where she stands now. It may be more challenging to build a business in a small town and the financial implications of sustaining her work may be trickier in Charlotte than in Medfield, but the town’s beauty energizes Fitzgerald. The peace and serenity that she and others have found on the farm is unmatched anywhere else. “It’s beautiful!” she says. “There’s amazing scenery, there’s a ton of space, it’s quiet and the quality of even the grass is better for the horses.”
The Charlotte News is very happy to report that Kali Adams, our industrious Outwater intern, won first place in the Senior Individual Website Category at Vermont History Day on April 2. She humbly hid this fact from us until only recently. Her website, “Dorothy Thompson: Finding the Truth,” impressed the judges of the Vermont Historical Society and has qualified her to compete in National History Day in June in the Washington, D.C. area. She also won the Deborah Pickman Clifford Vermont Women’s History Award. Well done, Kali!
Have something to say? Send your letters to news@thecharlottenews.org
Spring Cleaning?
DONATE! Cabinets • Furniture • Building Materials • Appliances Housewares • Lighting • and more!
Free, easy pick-up! Donations are tax deductible. Green Mountain
528 Essex Rd. (Rt. 2A) • Williston • 857-5296 • vermonthabitat.org Open to the Public Mon. - Fri. 10 - 6 & Sat. 10 - 5
FURNITURE • APPLIANCES • ART • HOUSEWARES • RUGS • TOOLS • BUILDING MATERIALS
4 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
End of session summary
Legislative Report by Representative Mike Yantachka As the final installment of my legislative reports this year, I thought it would be good to highlight some of the important work the Legislature did over the two years of the biennium.
Water quality In 2015 legislation was passed that will help prevent agricultural runoff from farms, roads and other impervious surfaces by controlling discharges that could violate our water quality standards. The Required Agricultural Practices (RAPs) that all farms must follow are in the final stages of development and should be released in September, 2016. The Agency of Agriculture will provide technical and financial assistance to help farmers comply, and there is funding in the budget to help towns comply with water treatment and road runoff mitigation.
Governance Legislation was passed this year that will allow voluntary regional collaboration by municipalities around a range of services, including ambulance, solid waste, fire protection and land use planning to achieve economies of scale. The law promotes transparency, local municipal voice and treatment of municipalities as equal partners. The Legislature relaxed the requirement on how often municipal plans need to be updated from every five
years to every eight years to allow more time for plan implementation. We also passed a bill that automatically registers eligible Vermonters to vote when they apply for a state driver’s license, making it easier for our citizens to exercise their fundamental right to vote.
increased fees on pharmaceutical manufactures to help fund mitigation programs. A key provision is a requirement for health care providers and pharmacists to register with the Vermont Prescription Monitoring System (VPMS) and to query the system upon prescribing or dispensing a controlled substance to help eliminate prescription fraud and the diversion of controlled substances.
Human services
natural resources and enerGy
The Legislature continues to focus on efforts to keep our children safe. At the end of 2015, there were 1052 children in state custody placed in foster or adoptive foster homes or in foster homes of relatives. In the past two years, reports of child abuse and neglect have surged and the state has experienced an 82 percent increase in the number of children under six who are in the state’s custody. In 80 percent of these cases, families are struggling with problems related to opioid addiction or other serious substance abuse. In addition, the tragic death of a DCF social worker, allegedly by a parent, this past summer has continued to place our state’s child protection system under pressure. The number of case workers added last year has not kept pace with the increase in cases, and more social workers will be hired along with substance abuse screeners to address this ongoing problem. More is being done to address the opioid addiction problem as well, including treatment, education, prevention and increased market-constraints, such as
Over the past decade, Vermont has led the nation with its energy efficiency programs, lowering both electricity costs and rates. In 2015 the Renewable Energy Standard Act was passed, which will eliminate the double-counting or Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and is helping Vermonters transform their energy use in the heating and transportation sectors. This year we recognized Vermonters’ concerns over the proper siting of solar and wind projects and passed legislation that will give municipalities a greater voice in these decisions if they develop energy plans to address the state’s goals for renewable energy in collaboration with their Regional Planning Commissions. We also required the Public Service Board to develop noise standards for wind projects in recognition of complaints about existing projects. We passed legislation this year that will preserve and maintain the health of Vermont’s forests, and we ensured that conservation easements meant to be perpetual will continue to be so by removing the 40-year renewal requirement and
MSK
MURPHY SULLIVAN KRONK
ensuring that the easement remains with the property if a tax sale of the property occurs.
WorkinG vermonters Legislation passed this year guarantees working Vermonters the right to earn paid sick leave up to three days per year, increasing to five days in subsequent years. We also increased subsidies for child care facilities to provide high-quality, affordable child care for working families.
education The Legislature continued to address the increasing cost of education by encouraging school district consolidation under Act 46 passed in 2015 and made some changes early in 2016 to address budgeting issues being faced by school boards. Several districts across the state have already voted to merge and more, including Chittenden South, are expected to vote in the next couple of months. Chittenden South will hold its vote on June 7, and I encourage everyone in Charlotte to take the time to vote in person or by absentee ballot. You can find information about the proposal at act46.cssu.org. I strongly recommend reading the final report to inform your vote. I can be reached by phone (802-2335238) or by email (myantachka.dfa@ gmail.com). You can find this article and past articles at my website: MikeYantachka. com. I wish you all a wonderful summer and hope to see you around town.
Raven Ridge boardwalk to be completed in June
ATTORNEYS WITH EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE REPRESENTING OWNERS IN APPEALS OF THE REASSESSMENT OF 3&4*%&/5*"- MULTIFAMILY "/% COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES 275 College Street, PO Box 4485 | Burlington, VT 05406-4485 phone 802 861-7000 | mskvt.com
Jackman Fuels, Inc. Serving the Champlain Valley since 1945 Family owned, local business
LP Gas • Ultra-low sulfur Heating oil and Kerosene Main Street, Vergennes 877-2661 jackmanfuels.com
A new 800-foot boardwalk at Raven Ridge Natural Area, spanning the town lines of Charlotte, Hinesburg and Monkton, will be completed in early June. One of the 55 natural areas that The Nature Conservancy owns and manages in Vermont, Raven Ridge is a diverse preserve comprising cliffs, caves, vernal pools and shrub swamps that offer extraordinary habitat for myriad wildlife, including 140 bird species, Indiana bats and bobcats. New trail improvements were made cautiously to avoid any negative impacts to bobcat populations. The Nature Conservancy of Vermont recruited UVM students from the Rubenstein School of Natural Resources to conduct a baseline population analysis prior to boardwalk construction to better understand bobcat movement throughout the area and to mitigate any impacts due to the construction. Timber and Stone, a Montpelier-based business focused on conservation-minded construction, is building the boardwalk. For more information, contact Eve Frankel, director of communications and external affairs at The Nature Conservancy of Vermont, at eve.frankel@tnc.org.
The CharloTTe News • May 19 2016 • 5
Letters to the Editor ediTor: Many thanks to Joanna Cummings (bottom right) for taking the helm of Green Up Day. She is continuing the tradition of John Quinney and Joe Gallagher in making this important event more efficient and effective every year: on-line sign-up, a detailed map at the quonset hut and plenty of green bags as well as clear plastic ones for recyclables. Thanks also to Junior Lewis who deals with trucking all of the junk we find by the sides of our otherwise-beautiful Charlotte
roads, to Rick Benson at Little Garden Market for donating coffee to energize the Quonset Hut Volunteers, and to Transition Charlotte for facilitating the very popular recycling of electronics. A great Vermont tradition getting better every year!
Elizabeth Bassett Charlotte
Andrew ThAyer
continued from page 1
concerns and time constraints—can make the sport inaccessible,” Benton said. “Making it possible for young people to learn and love the sport is the ideal way to remember Andrew.” During the clinics, BHC staff will use unique activities and drills to better the students’ understanding of the athletic golf movement. Area youth ages 6-16 from Charlotte, Shelburne and Addison County towns are eligible. If space permits, residents of other towns are welcome. “The response has been great so far,” said Stone, “but we still have room for more students to participate.” Each of the four clinics have a maximum capacity of 30 students. Participants will receive complimentary apparel, a BBQ celebration on the last day with lawn games, jumpy castle, food and fun (end time on the final day is 12:30 p.m.) and a gift certificate to Basin Harbor Club Golf Course for a round of golf to come back with an adult to play later in the season. Those interested in participating can sign up by June 1 at basinharbor.com/ andrewthayerjuniorgolfclinic and may contact BHC at 475-2309 or will.benton@ basinharbor.com.
tight crew and did so much together.” Thayer worked at Basin Harbor, alongside Will Benton, the current director of golf, for six years, and spent many years enjoying the club with friends and family. “Andrew celebrated events here and really came to appreciate it as a special place in his and his family’s life,” Benton said. When a family friend of the Thayers reached out to Stone, Benton and others at BHC to see if they knew of a junior golf clinic that they could donate to in honor of Thayer, the idea was born. “It was simple for us,” Stone says. “We love what we do every day and we wanted to honor Andrew with something he loved.” The community fund was launched and the plans for this summer’s clinics were begun in earnest. “Andrew was such a great guy,” says Benton, who oversees the entire program and leads a teaching pro and staff, “and his values are embodied in all the good that the game of golf can instill in people.” But participation in the sport is challenging for some, a reality BHC seeks to correct by offering these clinics free of charge. “The barriers to entry for some—financial Contact: Geeda@thecharlottenews.org
VOLUNTEERS AT THE CHARLOTTE GREEN UP DAY
Katie Manges
6 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
Selectboard
continued from page 1
from potential personality conflicts and allow for any change to be reflected in the next budgetary cycle. A further fear was expressed that if one position is adjusted, it might very well affect other salaries controlled by the SAP grid. It was generally agreed that a second step after Ms. Mead’s review should be the reconsideration of other employees on the SAP grid to adjust their salaries if necessary. Mark McDermott, chair of the Charlotte Central School (CCS) Board, described the new Act 46, which calls for consolidation of school districts, which would thereby reduce school taxes. This will be an issue under much debate leading up to a vote on June 7. McDermott pointed out that, because CCS is already within the Chittenden South Supervisory Union (CSSU), about 80 percent of the consolidation has already taken place, and the tax effect will be small. In fact, if the act passes in the CSSU area, state (school) taxes will be successively discounted by 10¢, 8¢, 6¢, 4¢ and 2¢ each year onward from July 2017. He pointed out that no schools in the CSSU district would be lost for at least another five years, if ever. This briefing was advisory only, and the Selectboard took no action. There will be
a public information meeting at CCS on June 6. In other actions, the Selectboard swiftly approved Sections A, B and C of the Charlotte Park and Wildlife Refuge management plan, agreeing with changes submitted at the last Selectboard meeting (http://bit.ly/1VY-qyAC). Similarly, the board approved a request from VELCO to apply herbicides to invasive plants in the transmission line right of way that passes through the park. The board went on to authorize the expenditure of up to $1,159 to implement a plan to landscape the north side of the Town Hall. The funds come from publically raised money to accommodate the war memorial move to the Town Green. Future camp leases for lots 201-208 will mandate hooking up to the Thompson’s Point wastewater system. This followed the board’s approval of a request to change the state septic permit allowing an extension of the system to service the Lane’s Lane area. The temporary settlement to the long-running Kessler duplex question in the old Affectionately Cats building was reaffirmed. The settlement allows the Kesslers to maintain a duplex configuration pending a vote on town land use regulations next year. The next regularly scheduled Selectboard meeting will be on May 23.
Mater Christi takes second place in Scholars Bowl
The Fourth Annual Vermont State Middle School Scholars Bowl Tournament was held at Burlington High School on Saturday, April 30. Above, teacher advisor Brent Tremblay confers during a break with two Mater Christi competitors: Charlotte Vincent of Charlotte and J. B. Bahrenburg of Shelburne. Fourteen Mater Christi School students competed against seven teams from other schools in a round-robin tournament, with the MCS team B taking second place. PHOTO: COURTESY
CVU HONOR ROLL 2015/16
Congratulations to all the Charlotte students at CVU who made the third quarter honor roll. For your efforts, The Charlotte News presents you with a lofty quote about education to keep you company on that long walk to graduation. “Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.” —Martin Luther King Jr. High Honors Evan G. Beal Victoria E. Bergstein Hannah R. Bernier Oliver H. Bijur Benjamin R. Blackmore Tatum Braun Lillian M. Cazayoux Isaac A. Cleveland Alexander R. D’Amico Sabrina L. Davis Simone R. Edgar Holmes Bay Foley-Cox Katey J. Hayes Lindsea B. Hayes Meara A. Heininger Seamus M. Higgins Nathaniel B. Hodgson-Walker Sara A. Holm Benjamin R. Hyams Julia L. Kahn Christopher E. Keane Kienan J. Kittredge John J. Koskinen Katherine M. Mahoney Megan A. Mahoney Hadley S. Menk Sadie B. Otley Lucy M. Pappas William B. Pinney III Cassidy R. Price Annabella L. Pugliese Madison B. Randall Benjamin K. Recchia Morgan M. Schnell Andrew M. Silverman Rayona T. Silverman Jayce W. Slesar Samuel H. Sturim Charlie Tegatz Paige E. Thibault Eleanor C. Woodruff
A/B Honors Caroline J. Arthaud Elise B. Askew Chester B. Barber Shane Beal
Elaine L. Beaudin Anne M. Bedell Russell G. Berger Daniel P. Bernier Cole A. Boffa Dillion Bothwell Jack W. Boynton William B. Braun Iain C. Buxton Malina C. Carroll Catherine A. Cazayoux Ashley N. Clark Silas A. Cleveland Hannah G. Cleveland Mason E. Cohn Samuel J. Comai Rebecca D. Cottrell George W. Davis John F. Delisle Arielle M. DeSmet Kevin G. Devine Brandon J. Donahue Spencer Dooley John C. Eagan Elizabeth T. Emmons Michaela M. Flore Emma E. Flore Josephine M. Fox Joseph R. Franceschetti Cassandra M. Franklin Leo M. Garbose Alana E. Golding Sophia R. Gorman Maxwell J. Gorman Adam G. Hamilton Shannon G. Helfman Emma M. Hess Maeve G. Higgins Andrew Hinsdale Elizah R. Jacobs Kyle T. Jaunich Laurel M. Jaunich Claire S. Kellner Samuel W. Knox Sam R. Koskinen Genevie A. Lemieux Ethan P. Leonard Jennings R. Lobel Gabriel S. Lourie-Wisbaum
Devan A. Lussier Kenneth S. MacKillop Morgan K. Magoon Cali T. Magoon Brynn T. Marshall Nathaniel S. McChesney Finn L. McGarghan Nathaniel R. Mick Quinn W. Mlynarick Colin R. Monsey Liam D. Morse Kaelan T. Murdock Lillian A. Oates Rosanne M. Oates Cole B. Otley Mason V. Otley Stella J. Pappas Dylan R. Paul Reece Pawlaczyk Lily M. Pecor Amelia B. Pflaster Cole A. Rehkugler Bradley L. Reynolds Caroline F. Reynolds Audrey A. Schnell Jane F. Servin Wyatt J. Shea Sohaila C. Shiffert Matthew B. Silverman Curren C. Simard Julie A. Sulva Jack P. Thibault Andrew T. Tieso Zachary O. Toensing Declan J. Trus Ryan M. Trus Peter J. Unger Zaqary N. Urbaitel Sydney O. Vincent Samuel A. Weese Campbell C. Whalen Kyler O. White-Hansen Thomas D. Wright John R. Zahn Suzannah T. Zimmerman Erin L. Zubarik
Smile, you’re on CEREC®
IT’S TIME TO PLANT … Our greenhouses are filled with annual & vegetable plants and the nursery is fully stocked with hardy perennials trees & shrubs. Open Mon.-Sat. 8-6 Sun. 9-5 greenhavengardensandnursery.com 2638 Ethan Allen Hwy,New Haven 802-453-5382
CEREC® is Shelburne Dental Group’s latest addition to making your smile radiant and your visit convenient. This digital technology measures your mouth’s need with the highest level of precesion and efficiency, delivering impeccable and immediate results in one appointment. No need to wait a week or two with two or three fittings.
One appointment. One crown. One beautiful smile.
Shelburne Dental Group Dan Melo, DMD
Susan A. Grimes, DDS
Shelburne Shopping Park www.shelburnedental.com
(802) 985-3500
The CharloTTe News • May 19 2016 • 7
Lyme disease: prevention and treatment David Ziegleman, M.D. CONTRIBUTOR
May through July is the peak time of year to contract Lyme disease. So, you look in the mirror, and to your surprise you find a tick buried in your left armpit. What do you do? First, some background information Lyme disease, which was first described in Lyme, Connecticut, in 1975, is the most common tick-borne disease in the US. It’s caused by a spirochete (corkscrew- shaped) bacterium called Borrelia burgdorfuri and can involve the skin, joints, heart and nervous system. Humans get Lyme disease after being bitten by the black-legged deer tick. The most common areas in the U.S. to get the infection are the Northeast and the upper Midwest. Vermont was strangely unaffected until 2005 when cases began to increase dramatically. Now the disease is just as prevalent in Vermont as in other New England states at 100-plus reported cases
ERYTHEMA MIGRANS RASH
per 100,000 population—or 500 to 900 cases per year. The most common season is May through July and then later in the fall. But people can get Lyme in midsummer and even in the winter if temperatures are above 40 degrees. Ticks are found in highest numbers in grassy, brushy areas at the edges of meadows or lawns. They are designed to latch onto animals, bite gently, then hang on and suck blood for three to
Turn of the Century Waterfront Cottage
Located on the shores of Lake Champlain, this special property with extraordinary lake and mountain views provides a comfortable and welcoming three bedroom, two bath cottage. With an open floor plan, a well- appointed kitchen, gas wood stove for cool evenings and a charming guest cottage, this is perfect for family gatherings. The unique flagstone patio offers stairs to the lake and dock. The nearby Basin Harbor Club is convenient for dining, tennis and golf. Available are permits for a year round conversion. Please call for an appointment to see this property. $715,000
five days. Ticks have three stages of development. The first stage is the larva, which is the size of the period at the end of this sentence. Larvae are not born infected with the Lyme bacteria. They wait in the detritus leaves of the woods or on grass and then latch onto small mammals such as mice. If the mouse has the B. burgdorfuri bacteria in its system, the tick becomes a carrier. The tick then becomes a nymph, which is the size of a poppy seed. After a second blood meal, the nymph molts and becomes an adult. The nymph and adult ticks have no eyes or ears but can sense a mammal is nearby by vibration and the carbon dioxide it produces. Nymphs and adults can feed on small mammals, as well as larger mammals like deer—or people. The most important thing to know: PREVENTION Any time you are in the garden, woods or grass, wear long sleeves and pants. Later that day do a full body check, particularly of your chest, abdomen, armpits, groin, thigh and legs. A shower shortly after a hike also reduces the chance of getting Lyme by washing off a tick before it is fully latched on. You can wear DEET to repel ticks (and mosquitos).
The Three sTages of Lyme disease 1. Early localized disease occurs three to 30 days after a tick bite. Symptoms include fever, fatigue and body aches (but no cough or sinus symptoms and no GI symptoms such as diarrhea), as well as an Erythema migrans (migrating redness), a gradually spreading, flat red patch, usually with the tick bite at the center. The rash can get large (15 cm or more), sometimes with central clearing with a target appearance. Early localized Lyme disease is treated with two to three weeks of doxycycline or amoxicillin. 2. Early disseminated disease can come on from weeks to months after the tick bite. Symptoms include facial nerve palsy (one or both sides of face are weak, with inability to close the eyelids); headache, neck stiffness, meningitis, painful nerve pain down an arm or leg; and carditis—shortness of breath, palpitations, lightheadedness. At this stage the disease is treated with intravenous and oral antibiotics. 3. Late Lyme: six-month-long episodes of painful, swollen joints; difficulty concentrating and memory issues. Late Lyme is a challenge to diagnose and, when found, is treated with prolonged
The Marsh Homestead, Hinesburg
Located in the quiet hamlet of Hinesburg, this 1802 handsome Brick Home has been lovingly restored yet seamlessly transitioned to the 21st century with numerous improvements. Many original details remain in the home: the gracious entry with its wide board floors, leaded glass windows, 11 foot ceilings, rosewood banister, three working fireplaces and much more. An enclosed courtyard is anchored by a studio or entertainment space with screened porch. This property has four acres of land-perfect for gardens or animals. Easily accessible to Lake Champlain, Burlington, Middlebury, Ski areas, airport and I-89. $549,000
Linda H. Sparks Senior Associate Broker Four Seasons Sotheby’s International Reality T: 802-846-7860 C: 802-734-2930 linda.sparks@fourseasonssir.com
antibiotics. Now back to our question: You see a tick in your armpit, what do you do? Use a tweezers to grasp the tick close to the skin, pull firmly, straight out. If you see a black center to the bite area, don’t worry, mouth parts are almost never left behind. Do not use other removal means, like matches or nail polish. If the tick is in for less than 36 hours, remove the tick. No further treatment is needed. To be careful, however, watch for an EM rash or a feverish, viral type illness. If this occurs, see your doctor. If the tick has been in for more than 36 hours or for an unknown duration, contact your healthcare provider. You
should be treated with one dose of 200 mg doxycycline. Save the tick if you can and bring it in with you to help with identification. In its nymph stage it may be the size of a poppy seed. If it’s been on your body long enough it will be engorged and fat with blood. Don’t forget the most important tip: Check yourself and kids for ticks after every trip to the garden and woods. Otherwise, enjoy the outdoors! David Ziegleman is an assistant professor at the University of Vermont Medical School and an internist practicing at Adult Primary Care in South Burlington. He lives in Charlotte.
Jane Kiley 802.846.9506 Jane@JaneKiley.com JaneKiley.com
This is Home. WHERE AWESOMENESS HAPPENS...
8 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
Quietly making noise
Planning your microadventure Jorden Blucher CONTRIBUTOR
The best way to have a microadventure is to plan one, not just in your mind—you need to write it down on the calendar. This is imperative because if you are anything like our family, if you don’t plan it, then it usually doesn’t happen. Here are a few ideas to help you get your planning started.
One- tO three-hOur adventures The Cohousing section of the Town Link Trail: This crushed gravel path winds its way through forest and fields. Dogs are allowed but must be leashed. This is a great path for riding your bike or even pushing a jogging stroller. Keep your eyes out for the otter and nesting Canada geese that call the pond along the trail their home. Williams Woods Natural Area: A one-mile loop takes you through what may be the best remaining mature clayplain forest in the Champlain Valley. The trail starts out on a boardwalk and then transitions to an uneven surfaced trail with large clusters of tree roots that twist together over the damp ground. Stop for a snack at the far end of the loop where you
can look out over the open area of Thorp Brook. Dogs are not allowed, and bug spray is a must. Plouffe Lane: Don’t let the red gate deter you; it is simply a formality. Open it up and drive into the small parking area. Just below the parking area at the bottom of the hill there is a picnic table, a great place for families to have a picnic and let the children run around. The meadow trails fork here, one going up the hill and passing a bench that is a good resting spot and affords a nice view of the Green Mountains. The trail continues into a back field and loops back onto itself. As the trail starts to curve back around, you have the opportunity to slip into the woods and follow a nice path down to the lower field trail. More information about these trails and others, including directions to the trailheads, can be found at Trailfinder.info.
day adventures Split Rock Mountain: A ferry ride across the lake and short drive brings you to the Split Rock Mountain Wild Forest. There you’ll find approximately 11.5 miles of trails that provide access to many locations, including the shores of Lake Champlain. The trails travel through a variety of terrain and forest types and offer a unique opportunity to experience the “wild side” of the Champlain Valley. Views of Vermont, Lake Champlain and
the High Peaks of the Adirondacks are and comfort level (though it is good to step available from several overlooks along the outside of your comfort zone). trail system. What’s your favorite micro-adventure More information at tinyurl. in the area? com/7xuy6o2. Contact: Jorden@thecharlottenews.org Moosalamoo National Recreation Area: With more than 70 miles of trails, lakes, rivers and waterfalls, it is a magical Some tips for place to explore. And let’s be honest, it’s planning your next just fun to say the name. Information: moosalamoo.org. microadventure Swimming holes: I grew up swimming 1. Perfect isn’t fun. The point is in crystal clear rivers that tumbled out that you get outside, unplug and of the mountains near my home town of spend time together as a family. Danby. There were rockslides and large 2. Be flexible. You may want to boulders to warm yourself on on a lazy get to the top of the mountain, but summer afternoon. To this day, a river is the kids may want to throw leaves my favorite place to swim. Bristol Falls is into the stream. a great one for kids and is not too far from Charlotte with lovely views along the way. 3. Let the kids lead. Jumping from the cliffs is obviously done 4. A packed backpack that at your own risk.
Overnight adventures There is no shortage of campgrounds in Vermont or New York. Nor is there a shortage of cabins if the thought of sleeping in a tent with your two-year-old makes you want to curl up in the corner and cry. If you would like to step out of your comfort zone or don’t want to pay for a camp site, then you can venture into the the Green Mountain National Forest where visitors can camp anywhere (unless the area is posted as closed to camping) while staying the recommended 200 feet from roads, trails and bodies of water. With a little research there is a microadventure that can fit your schedule, budget
P.O. Box 32 Ferry Road, Charlotte, VT Dottie Waller
gdarling@gmavt.net
Complete veterinary care including endoscopy, ultrasound, exotics and boarding
Dr. Patrick Leavey, Dr. Rich Armstrong, Dr. Ellen Foster, Dr. Ben Hale, Dr. Matt Quinn www.hinesburgbristolvet.com
6. Make sure you have something to spark curiosity (a bug net, field guide, magnifying glass or binoculars). 7. Always carry a first aid kit, bug spray, a space blanket, headlamp, matches, warm clothes, wind and rain protection and duct tape. 6. Carry snacks and water for every adventure, no matter how short.
april 28. James Lawrence and Judith Billard to Matthew and Lauren Daley, 10.83 acres, land only, 4224 Greenbush Road, $203,500.
april 26. Estate of Eloise J. Prokop, via Town of Charlotte Delinquent Tax Collector, to Philo Ridge, LLC, 2.0 acres, with dwelling, 2417 Mt. Philo Road, $175,000.
George & Pam Darling
5. Travel distance rule of thumb: a half mile per day multiplied by the youngest child’s age.
PROPERTY TRANSFERS
april 18. Kurt and Patricia Fischer to Harold and Jill Abilock, 0.57 acre, land only, 2501 Ferry Road, $35,000.
Providing Repair, Refinishing, Restoration and Transport
weighs equal to or less than a quarter of the hiker’s body weight is ideal.
May 4. Robert B. and Whitney T. Dunsmore to Braxton Robbason, 6.29 acres with dwelling, 552 Converse Bay Road, $655,000. May 6. Steven Becker to Elizabeth Magnuson, 5.09 acres with dwelling, 1212 Thompson’s Point Road, $470,000. May 9. Alexander and Heather Abele to Katie Gilley, 5.05 acres with dwelling, 102 Stockbridge Road, $559,850.
The Central Record Vol. 1, No. 1
“Setting the record straight since 2016”
May 19, 2016
An “exploratory” collaboration between The Charlotte News and CCS students and staff.
Hello hopes, meet dreams – CCS on the horizon ElysE Martin-sMith, CourtnEy MCDErMott & Ethan lislE On Thursday, April 14, the PTO met with parents and community members to discuss their hopes and dreams for the future of our school and its students. Parents and community members could come and express what they liked about CCS and what they felt must change. Community members were asked what their dreams for the children in their lives were, what they thought their children needed to know to achieve these goals, and what their hopes and dreams were for CCS. Many people came to voice their opinion. We also interviewed teachers and students about their hopes and dreams for the school. We thought that it was incredibly interesting that parents, teachers, and students formulated similar responses to the questions about their hopes and dreams. For example, we asked a question about parents’, teachers’, and students’ dreams for CCS. A common reply from parents was that CCS needs more diversified activities. Multiple teachers made this exact same point! This was clear in the answers of seventh graders who also responded that they want everyone’s learning styles to be valued and that there should be more diversity overall. People were also asked what their hopes and dreams
were for the children in their lives, or what their hopes and dreams were for themselves if they were students. Many parents said that they hoped their child had a strong, connected community with a lot of strong role models. This was also a major point for teachers. Multiple students said that they hoped to “have a stable job and supportive family” and “a great support system.” One last question that we asked was what students feel they need to know to fulfill their dreams. Over 12 staff members contributed answers too and said that they wanted students to be able to persevere under difficulty, be okay with being wrong, and have strong community support. Some students said that they needed support from other people and needed
to understand that they can do anything if they try hard enough. The parents also said that they wanted their kids to have a strong community and be able to persevere. Schools are created to teach and help children learn and discover. But for this to happen, the school climate must be comfortable for each student. It’s also great to know that parents and students seem to be on the same wavelength and have common goals. That’s why their voices matter so much, so that we can make this school as perfect as possible for each child and create a beneficial place for all to learn. After all, there was one clear similarity when it came to the hopes and dreams of parents, teachers, and students: Have fun!
The Charlotte News, then and now CourtnEy MCDErMott
Students explore more in exploratories
The Charlotte News has changed since its debut in 1958. The first edition’s front page had a “Pastor’s Corner” where the town pastor could write about his thoughts on the what was going on in town. There are long lists of stores and names long forgotten in Charlotte. However, the motto at the top of the page, “The News with the Local Slant,” still holds true today. Our community and legacy are something we care about deeply as Charlotters and Vermonters, just as in 1958. Our newspaper has evolved as our town and its residents have evolved. One thing that has not changed, though, is our interest and pride in local events, businesses and residents of our town. In the August 1, 1958 edition of the newspaper, the articles seemed
much shorter than those of today. An article simply titled ¨Fire!!!¨ told about a car fire caused by a leak in the gas tank. It was four sentences long. A longer piece entitled ¨Youth on the Go¨ talked about the local youth group and their recent dance at the vestry, and their next meetings. The most recent The Charlotte News had an article about Camp Hoopla, a local camp for music and creativity, a ¨Spring Ideas¨ piece and a short paragraph about the CCS Compost Sale. Though all of the new and old articles of The Charlotte News may seem to have little in common, all of them focus on events and people in our town.
ElysE Martin-sMith On Friday, April 15, Charlotte Central School students participated in multiple, engaging activities conducted by staff members. The exploratories combined different age groups, depending on which activity the students participated in. Each student filled out a form containing many different activities, from baking cookies to survivor fitness games. Students were placed based on their ranking and age group into a two-hour exploratory. The exploratories were exciting and fun for both students and staff! Some staff members shared some of their experiences about how they picked their exploratory to do with kids. Omega teachers Mary Tierney and Nancy Matthews ran the Science Mystery exploratory, where kids could play and try to solve a mystery together. They said they love a good mystery and liked to work with different grade levels. They also said that they enjoyed witnessing some of the qualities you don’t normally notice in kids in a classroom setting. First and second grade teacher Monica Lubic chose storytelling as her exploratory because she says, “It is completely open to each child,” and that seeing them work collaboratively was the most rewarding thing about it. Teacher Matt Lutz was the leader of the Weebly Web Design exploratory, and he said that watching the kids work creatively and independently was great, and he was glad to see that they seemed to be having fun. This activity was The Charlotte News Exploratory, where students could create this page for you to read! As you now can see, the exploratories were fun activities for both staff and students before break.
Martha Edwards
Jane Akin
We will miss the retiring teachers from CCS!
Claire Aube
Ethan lislE As a seventh grader at CCS, I have seen many teachers come and go through the school. Some may stay long after I leave, and some stay only a single year. But either way, all the teachers that have ever helped students grow and meet their fullest potential at some point move on from the halls of CCS. This year, the CCS students and staff are sorry to lose five inspirational staff members. Jane Akin, Ed Bianchi, Stephanie Barton, Martha Edwards, Barb Ouimette, and Claire Aube are to retire from CCS. All of these staff members have been very dear us, and they are now ready to move on to new chapters of their lives. Mrs. Edwards embraces the change. She says she is going to do ¨absolutely anything that I
Ed Bianchi
Stephanie Barton
want to do.¨ Mrs. Barton has plans to stay active and ski, while also taking some time to volunteer at the Vermont Refugee Resettlement Program. Mrs. Akin is going to take some time to relax in her cozy home in the Northeast Kingdom. Benjamin Recchia (CCS alumni), when asked about the retirees, says, “It’s pretty hard to be working on something for a very long time and then just stop.” After many years at CCS, it will indeed be very hard to just stop. But what will be missed the most you can not say. For Ms. Aube, she will always miss seeing the kids everyday. Getting them interested in books would always put a smile on her face. When you close the doors behind you at CCS, happy memories will always linger. Ms. Ouimette says that she always enjoyed the times when she was really helpful to a kid in need. Mr. Bianchi says he will always remember the time that he took 4th and 5th graders to watch whales on Cape Cod. It is always hard to say goodbye to teachers or staff who leave CCS. Their impact on the students will continue to show as they grow up, develop and excel in life.
page
2 | May 19, 2016 | The CenTral reCord
Sports Central
HEAD LACROSSE COACH PETE CAHN
Editorial tEam: Ben Wetzell, Aidan Trus, Sean Gilliam SANTIAGO VAZQUEZ
HinesburgCharlotte baseball merge Ben Wetzell Baseball is America’s favorite game, but in the small town of Charlotte, baseball is struggling to find new players. Gus Lunde (8th grade), Santiago Vazquez (8th grade) and Riley Marchand (7th grade) are among the names of those who play baseball from Charlotte. Three players; not quite enough for a team, right? You may ask, how can we attend to this dilemma? Well, the school decided that we should join with Hinesburg to become one team. Sounds great, right? Well, unfortunately they have more than enough players for one team with 23 players. As most of you probably know, there are nine players on the field at once, and as with most sports teams, you will have a few subs. So, 23 players is an immense number for the amount of required players. I recently asked my friend
Gus what he thought about the joining of the two teams, and he says, “I’m excited that I get to play RAY GILLIAM baseball, but the number of players will shorten the minutes I get in a game.” Gus isn’t the only one to think this way. Riley Marchand said, “I preferred the CCS school team, but I am excited to see how it turns out for this year.” I believe that the reason why our teams had to combine is because there is a CCS trend of fewer baseball players but more lacrosse players. I have started to see this same trend throughout the entire nation. According to ESPN writer David Schoenfield, “Youth baseball players aged 7 to 17 have declined from 8.8 million in 2000 to 5.3 million in 2013, and the number of softball players has declined from 5.4 to 3.2 million.” So, Charlotte isn’t the only town or city to see declining numbers in baseball. You may ask why the numbers are declining. My thesis is that the booming increase of lacrosse is leading to fewer baseball players. The NCAA reports that lacrosse is “the fastest-growing NCAA sport, with more than 36,000 students playing at the college level. There were 60 new college lacrosse programs added in 2013, with another 39 expected to be added this year.” If you didn’t know already, both sports occur in the spring, so they compete for the few valuable players. As I have stated above, more student players have been choosing lacrosse. So what’s next for the future of baseball? The small town of Charlotte, Vermont, is already having issues fielding players for baseball. If Little League isn’t thriving, how will there be enough adult players to play baseball 20 years from now? Will similar issues be reflected in major league baseball? America is now known for apple pie and baseball; if we have concluded that baseball is losing players, is it possible that America will be known for apple pie and lacrosse?
CCS athletes moving on aidan truS Charlotte sports teams have produced successful athletes throughout the years, many of whom have moved on to CVU to present the same skills that they showed during their years at CCS. They have gone on to be starters on varsity teams and to become local heroes for Charlotte citizens.
Charlotte Central School’s former students have helped lead their teams to victory and have showed impressive skills when playing. Some of these students have even made varsity teams for many sports, although freshly graduated from CCS and only in their freshman year. Others have been playing on these teams for a longer period of time and will be continuing their athletic careers outside of CVU. Our school is proud of the fact that students who once walked CCS halls and played on CCS teams have moved on to show their CCS pride and skill further in their athletic careers.
Lincoln, VT Homeowner Recommends Bristol Electronics Have you been thinking you want to go solar? Bristol Electronics is the place to call. Over a year ago we met with another company and were so frustrated by the whole process that we decided to forget all about solar power. But when we met Bristol Electronics staff at the Bristol Harvest Festival they encouraged us to rethink it. We’re glad we did. Everyone at Bristol Electronics is friendly, courteous, professional and efficient. They are patient with questions and concerns and they go beyond what they have to do. The price was fair, the installation was completed on schedule, and even the cables and wiring were neatly done! The design met our power needs, gave us the latest, most powerful panels available, and the panels are barely visible high up on our rooftops but they are up there working away - - - LOVE watching the meter go backwards! We wanted to invest in our property, instead of the stock market; and even though it was early winter when the installation was complete, we began to see a reduction in our power bill right away. We are looking forward to this summer and having zero electric bills! Patricia & Bob – Lincoln VT
802 . 453 . 2500 BristolElectronicsVT.com FREE SITE EVALUATIONS
Q&A with CCS lacrosse coaches Sean Gilliam Lacrosse is Charlotte’s most attended sport. No other spring sport can compete size-wise with the 24-player team. With lacrosse becoming a major sport in our students lives, [CCS Editorial Team] thought it was a good idea to interview the coaches. Q: What is your coaching experience? Ray Gilliam (RG): After I graduated from Hobart College, I spent a year coaching youth lacrosse in Western Australia. When my son was in kindergarten, I started coaching youth lacrosse in northern California. In 2009, when my family moved to Vermont, I started coaching recreational lacrosse. For the last three years, I have been coaching with the 802 Lacrosse Club. Pete Cahn (PC): I started coaching lacrosse 11 years ago. I started with the third and fourth grade Charlotte-Hinesburg team. I co-coached with a lot of other people over the 11 years. During those years, I also started a kindergarten, first and second grade program in Hinesburg that is still going today. I stayed at the 3/4th level for five years until my son Kyle was ready to move on to the 5/6th grade level. Since then I have followed him. Early on, I became certified with US Lacrosse, which includes a Positive Coaching Alliance workshop. I have also coached Kyle in soccer from kindergarten to 5th grade. Q: What background do you have in lacrosse? RG: I played at Hobart and won four Division III lacrosse championships. After college, I played at the New York Athletic Club for nine years. When I moved to San Francisco, I played for the Olympic Club. PC: I started playing lacrosse in high school (Byram Hills High School). My school/town did not have a youth lacrosse program. I played four years in high school. I ended up going to a college that did not have a lacrosse program. There I played summer league in Westchester, New York, during my college years and a couple of years after college. I also played a couple of years of spring league once I graduated from college. Q: What college team do you try to model when you coach rec lacrosse? RG: I love to watch Syracuse because they play a fast-paced, run-and-gun style of lacrosse. I think this style of lacrosse makes the game fun and exciting and teaches young boys how to think on their feet. I give them an outline, and they work around that. PC: Because I have coached with so many different people over the years, I’m not sure I model my coaching after any specific college program. I think I have been influenced by many different individuals throughout my coaching. Q: What do you look for in a player? RG: I always look for a good work ethic. There are many different roles to play on the lacrosse field, and if a player is willing to work hard, he can usually contribute to the team. PC: I look for players to be the best teammate they can and give 100 percent effort when on the field, whether it is practice or a game. I like my players to be good sports whether they win or lose. It is important to me for players to respect Continued on page 3
page
3 | May 19, 2016 | The CenTral reCord
CCS PTO Variety Arts & Entertainment The Show wows and entertains Isabel Cohen and ClaIre slater Editorial tEam: Isabel Cohen, Claire Slater
Book Review: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
On April 29, Charlotte Central School hosted the ninth Annual CCS Variety Show. From skits about the zoo to an original piano duet, the talent show was a welcoming, laid-back, local venue for aspiring young artists and comedians.
2
Isabel Cohen This is a powerful story about a Chinese-American boy in Seattle during World War II. Although he wears an “I am Chinese” button night and day, Henry Lee is constantly being mistaken for one of the feared Japanese. “Scholarshipping” at an all-white school, he is teased and forced to do dishes, work in the kitchen, and clean up after his classmates. The future looks bleak… until Keiko Okabe, a Japanese-American girl, turns up in his school. The two immediately bond. Soon though, Keiko and her family are ripped away from their lives in Seattle and placed in an internment camp. It is up to Henry to bring the friends back together and safe again, but that is no small feat. I thought this book was enlightening. People usually focus on how the Japanese were the ultimate enemy, that they could do no good, but we rarely consider how they felt living in the U.S. I believe that this disrespect to people who had no part in the war can easily be compared to racial discrimination today--just look in the news. Black men, women and children are being mistreated and killed just like Japanese-Americans, and like the victims of the early 20th century. Not many white people are considering how those victims are feeling. Keiko and Henry were no more our enemies than whites are to these black people, and yet we are treating them the same way. This book teaches a lesson that is vital to our lifestyle in 21st century America: one person alone is not the entirety of an ethnicity and should not be treated like that entirety. Just because someone is part of a group of people, for example, the Japanese, does not mean that they should be classified as being a devout supporter of that group and all of its beliefs. This book is perfect for grades seven and above. Sports continued...
their teammates and the game. Players should always be working to be better in every aspect of the game. Q: What are your goals for the team this year? RG: I want to give the boys a good fundamental knowledge of how to play lacrosse and have fun. PC: My goals are for our players to come together as a team, to support and respect each other no matter how the games go. I would like to see our team get to the point where we are executing what we practice. Of course, it is always great to go far in the playoffs, but skill development and execution for me are sometimes more important than our record. Q: If you had to name one thing that is the most important for the team to remember, on and off of the field, what would it be? RG: Whatever the task, give it 100 percent. PC: That is a great question...I think players should remember that while sports like lacrosse are just games, they are a metaphor for life. It is my feeling that if players are supportive and respectful to their teammates, their opponents, and the referee, that is most likely who they will be in life off the field.
Gifts for all Seasons and Any Reason Birthdays, Mother’s Day, Graduations
3
4
1
Picture 1: The emcees, Chea Evans and Katie Taylor, made the CCS Variety Show a welcoming and easy place to experience performing; their jokes and overall friendliness calmed, nerves and lift spirits. Picture 2: Although Sam and Max Zinner are not new to the stage, this was the first year that Max accompanied his older brother on the vocals. Together with Stuart Robinson, the trio sounded amazing, bringing back the old song “Crazy” by Willie Nelson. All three of them have great musical talent, proving the point that CCS is the perfect place to start out on the path to professionalism. Picture 3: Second grader Hailey Sheehan took a great risk in singing alone—and performed beautifully. Picture 4: Taryn Martin-Smith’s excellent voice was put on display for everyone to hear. Although being on stage was daunting, Taryn pulled through. I have a feeling that we will be seeing her in the future—in plays, talent shows, and more! Picture 5: Patcha Hennessey (right) made his debut at CCS with an original piano duet, accompanied by Sam Zinner. “Das Sturm Untershlupf Duett” was an amazing display of their abilities and we hope that Patcha will return next year with another stunning piano score.
5
page
4 | May 19, 2016 | The CenTral reCord
Evenly Entertaining Editorial tEam: Olivia Spell, Freya Chapdelaine, and Jasmin Townsend-Ng
Film review: The Divergent Series
Across
Down
1. This is food is popular in the summer 2. A popular Vermont winter sport 3. A place full of trees 4. There are 4 of these all year 5. When it turns to dusk this appears
1. A giant dessert 2. Another word for dog 3. The place where we live 4. It has spikes but it’s really cute 5. They are coming back from the south
Freya Chapdelaine She’s different. She was born in the faction Abnegation and ended on Dauntless. Her name is Tris Prior and she’s fearless. Four Eaton, Tris’ friend, tells her that she’s factionless, which means she wasn’t born for any faction. She lives in Chicago. She’s a girl who will not stop until her question is answered, “What’s on the other side of the wall?” In the movie, Tris must find out why they’re keeping the people inside the wall. But outside the wall isn’t what they thought it was going to be. They thought it would be beautiful and better than inside the wall. She thought they would find a place on the other side of the horrible, deserted wasteland. And it rains blood in the wasteland. In Dauntless Tris goes to The Pit, the heart of Dauntless to buy some new clothes. Watch the movies to find out more.
Jumble Can you unjumble this impossible jumble?
NEIASUSHMT SI HTE TSRGNOSET FO LAL RWOSD Riddle me this… 1. What is it that is coming but never arrives? 2. What can travel around the world when staying in a corner? A nice poem THE CENTRAL RECORD TEAM (NOT PICTURED BEN WETZELL, AIDAN TRUS, SEAN GILLIAM)
Spring is here, winter is gone, Summer is coming, now let us run!
Why did you choose a newspaper exploratory? I chose the Newspaper Exploratory because I enjoy writing and reading. I think that it’s interesting to know that what you write is being seen by the whole community.
Jasmin Townsending
and know what’s going on in our and stories. It may also keep you town. updated on global news stories.
Ben Wetzell
Claire Slater
I wanted to know more about what My sister worked for the paper. I goes into newspaper publishing. decided, why not?
Aiden Trus
Freya Chapdelaine
I chose it because you can learn I chose publishing a story to The I chose to do this Exploratory things from newspapers. Charlotte News because I love because I like publishing stuff. writing. I think other people Ethan Lisle should too because writing is fun. Sean Gilliam I chose it to have my piece I chose to do the Exploratory published in The Charlotte News Olivia Spell because it is interesting to learn and have my voice heard. I didn’t actually choose the about what is happening in the Newspaper Exploratory because Elyse Martin-Smith town right now. I was sick that day, but I certainly The Exploratory improves writing, would have because I just love Courtney McDermott editing and formatting skills, and the idea of writing stories for The I chose to because I like to write keeps you updated on local events News.
Congratulations to the hard-working staff of The Central Record for hanging in there through many weeks of writing, interviewing, editing and photography. You have taken your first step in the publishing world. Next time we’ll get you doing the layout, too. Big thank you to Barbara Anne Komons Montroll and Geeda Searfoorce for all their help in putting this project together. We hope to make it an annual tradition in the community.
Answers to the puzzles:
www.ChrisvonTrapp.com
Light and Bright
With a spacious first floor master bedroom and bath and a wonderful open floor plan, you will not find better quality or value. $497,400| MLS# 4488561
Original Brick Tavern
Located on the northwest corner of Charlotte , this wonderful brick Federal was totally restored and mechanically updated in 1986.
$600,000 | MLS# 4482447
Well Built, Maintained, LOVED
And you will love it, too, with its hardwood floors, first floor master bedroom, wood burning fireplace and additional garage! $399,500 | MLS# 4478153
Alex Bunten Editor in Chief
Value Priced Lot/North Charlotte
5 acres located just south of the Shelburne line. Permit approved for 4 bedroom septic. Owner financing for qualified buyers! $139,000 | MLS# 4336749
Chris von Trapp, REALTOR® Chris@ChrisvonTrapp.com (802) 343-4591
Jumble Enthusiasm is the strongest of all words Some R iddleS Answer 1. Tomorrow Answer 2. A Stamp CRoSSwoRd Puzzle Across Ice-cream Skiing seasons forest sunset Down Cake canine Vermont hedgehog geese
Isabel Cohen
—Freya Chapdelaine
The CharloTTe News • May 19, 2016 • 9
Food Shelf News
Schuyler Edgar Holmes baking goodies for the Food Shelf
Local Business Directory
Kerrie Pughe CONTRIBUTOR
Love local?
Thank you Thank you for the support this past month from Susan and Hans Ohanian, Charles Gluck and Darrilyn Peters, and the Shelburne Supermarket Coffee Bar. We appreciate your generosity! Thank you to 13-year-old Schuyler Holmes for the wonderful fresh baked goodies. Welcome to new volunteer Laura White, who will be joining the Wednesday evening volunteers. Please keep the Food Shelf in mind as you begin planting your gardens this spring. The Plant-a-Row program brings in much-appreciated fresh veggies all summer.
DonaTions We are a volunteer organization, so all donations you make to the Food Shelf go directly for food or assistance to our local neighbors in need. Thank you so much for considering donating today. If you are a customer of yourfarmstand.com, you may make a donation to the Food Shelf as part of your online order. Otherwise checks may be mailed to Charlotte Food Shelf & Assistance, P.O. Box 83, Charlotte, VT 05445.
new Facebook page “Like” us at our new Facebook page, “Charlotte Community Food Shelf and Assistance,” to see photos and get updates on all the Food Shelf activities.
wish lisT We always need kids healthy afterschool snacks, such as granola bars, raisins and other dried fruit, crackers, peanut butter and cereal. In addition, as the warmer weather approaches, we’ll need sunscreen and children’s insect repellent. Thank you! Donated food drop-off locations: All nonperishable food donations may be
We do, too.
Support our advertisers and tell them you saw it in The Charlotte News.
Inerested in advertising? Call Monica for a rate sheet.
dropped off at the Charlotte Library, the Charlotte Congregational Church vestry, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church (main entrance) or at the Food Shelf during the distribution mornings. We request that all fresh foods be dropped off at the Food Shelf by 7:30 a.m. on the Thursday distribution mornings or before the Wednesday distribution hours. The Charlotte Food Shelf is located on the lower level of the Charlotte Congregational Church vestry. Distribution days and times are posted in this newspaper and on the bulletin board in the Charlotte Congregational Church hall. You may also call the Food Shelf number (425-3252) for a recording of the distribution times. We are open to all community residents. Privacy is very important and respected in our mission of neighbor helping neighbor. For emergency food call John at 425-3130. For emergency assistance (electricity, fuel) call Cindi at 425-3234. For more information call Karen at 425-3252 or visit our website at https://sites. google.com/site/charlottefoodshelfvt/. The Charlotte Food Shelf is located on the lower level of the Charlotte Congregational Church vestry.
343-0279
• Walls • Walks • Patios • Custom Floors • Showers • Etc. • Manufactured and Natural Stone • Brick • Block • Ceramic • Slate • Quarry
rsak@gmavt.net ύ rvgelectric. com
Rick Gomez
Master Electrician for over 25 years
3317 Bristol Road, Bristol, VT 05443
rsak@gmavt.net rvgelectric.com
Phone: 802-453-3245 Cell: 802-233-9462
Mason Associates
Educational Consultants
Benjamin Mason, MEd, CEP
P.O. Box 59 2687 Greenbush Rd Charlotte, VT 05445 Phone: 802-425-7600 Cell: 617-283-6010 ben@masonconsult.com www.masonconsult.com
Upcoming Charlotte Food Shelf Distribution Dates Wednesdays, May 25, June 8, 22, July 13, 27, Aug. 10, 5 – 7 p.m. Thursdays, May 26, June 9, 23, July 14, 28, Aug. 11, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
4281 Shelburne Rd. P.O. Box 476 Shelburne, VT 05482
RVG Electrical Services, LLC
Brush-Hogging by Adam Taking Your Bush to Brush
Brush-Hogging • Chain-Sawing Wood-Chipping • Roto-Tilling Contact: Adam at 802-578-8347 Email: adamdantzscher@aol.com
Annette@titusinsurance.net Terrell@titusinsurance.net
Office: 985-2453 Fax: 985-8620
10 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News victories. The number one singles player in the state, Kathy Joseph, used her keen ball placement skills to continue her own undefeated record as well. The CVU men boosted their season’s record to 8 wins, 3 losses with 5 victories and a single loss in the last several weeks. Beginning with a close fought 4 -3 win at Colchester, the Redhawks went on to knock off Rice, Essex, St. Johnsbury and North Country, while falling to South Burlington. Playing the number two single’s slot, Charlotte’s Ethan Leonard Coach Albertson hits the divided his wins, losing to his Rice and Colchester opponents before defeating 100 mark in baseball a Hornet, losing to a Rebel and beating a The sixth inning proved decisive in Hilltopper. bringing about Redhawk baseball coach, Tim Albertson’s 100th win, an 8-6 defeat Runners and tossers travel of Burlington. Tanner Smith pitched and hit his way to victory with a run-scoring to “The Kingdomâ€? double and a fielder’s choice in CVU’s The Redhawk track team rode the bus three-run sixth. CVU had followed two to St. Johnsbury to compete in a six-school wins over Rutland and Mount Mansfield meet. On both sides of the ledger, men and a loss to BFA-St. Albans, to put their and women, the Redhawks placed a close record at 8-2 for the season. second to the home team Hilltoppers. Charlotte’s contribution was significant. Sophia Gorman placed first at 3,000 meters Dillon Machavern and third at 1,500. Sadie Otley finished back on track second in the 300-meter hurdles and joined It has been a winter of college for her freshman teammate from Charlotte, Charlotte’s Dillon Machavern, but summer Elizah Jacobs, to help the Redhawks tie is calling him back to race tracks around St. Jay for the top spot in the 4X400 relay. the country as he seeks to maintain his At the throwing end of the field, Madison standing as one of the top young drivers Randall won the javelin with a toss of 86 in the Trans Am field. Last week Dillon feet, and Annabelle Pugliese finished was at Watkins Glen, NY for the Classic third. Tube 100 weekend. Hitting the track in a For the men, Tyler Marshall won the TA 2 session, Dillon set the fast lap behind 800 and 1,500-meter runs, and Max Riely the wheel of his Heritage Motorsports Ford placed first in the discus with a 125 foot Mustang. His feat was partially due to his toss. He also finished third in the shot put. team’s successful effort to repair substan- Charlotte’s Justin Clark was a second place tial damage from a test-day impact caused finisher in the 400-meter run. The relay by tire failure. teams placed second at the 4X400 and 4X800 races and third in the 4X100 dashes. The relay teams had warmed up at South Much racket on the Burlington’s Iverson-Rebel Relays the tennis courts these days week before, winning or placing second in With everyone playing strong sets, the seven different events, including shot put, CVU women’s tennis team retained its discus and long jump. undefeated record, moving to 13-0 for the season, with a 7-0 win over St. Johnsbury. The greens are green Charlotte’s Meara Heininger won her singles match, 6-0, 6-1. South Burlington, It is always a bit disconcerting to read Colchester, and two same-day wins over the team scores and see the winner with Essex preceded it. CVU then traveled to the lowest number. But, then I remember Rice to claim another shutout before head- – this is golf and fewer is better. CVU men ing to Jericho to face Mount Mansfield have the fewest strokes recorded in their whom they also took in straight matches, last four match victories. And it does not 7-0. Charlotters Hadley Menk, Arielle seem to matter which course they play; DeSmet and Meara Heininger all rang up they have won on Cedar Knoll, Kwiniaska,
Edd Merritt Sports Roundup
DILLON MACHEVERN, CENTER, TAKES THE PODIUM
Redhawk LAX women
Lang Farm and St. Johnsbury Country Club. Often, too, the Medalist has been show winning ways from CVU. Will Ryan medaled in two of Middlebury has had lacrosse on its high the matches, only one stroke off in a third, school spread sheet longer than CVU, but and his mate Jacob Boufard topped (or the Redhawk women caught the Tigers by bottomed) the scoreboard in one. the tail and upped their 2016 record to 7-3 with a 13-7 win. It took CVU the better part of the game to make the victory certaint as The “Bucket� is they led by only a single goal well into the where it belongs second half. Emma Owens’ five goals and Tipped by six goals from Dylan Schaefer an assist helped the team climb the victory and Griffin DiParlo, CVU men’s lacrosse stand. The win stands on the heels of three knocked off Essex 12-6 for the second previous victories dating back to May 6, time last week, spilling the “Bucket� in the the closest being a 14-7 win over South Redhawks’ favor this year. Owen McCuin Burlington. and Charlie Bernicke each scored twice The win puts them at 10-1 for the season, Softballers still look the only loss coming at the hands of New for win number two York’s Salmon River. As a point of interest, if you have an It was the end of April when the opportunity to see a movie made by Redhawk softball team traveled to “The Dick’s Sporting Goods dealing with the Kingdom� and gained their lone victory so role of lacrosse among Native Americans far this season over St. Johnsbury. Their from the St. Regis Mohawk Reservation latest loss (12-3) came at the hands of the in Akwesasnee (upstate New York) who visitors from Burlington High School attend Salmon River High School, I recom- whose pitcher, Kendal Pace, threw a mend it highly. To these Mohawk women, complete game and hit for two RBI’s. Both lacrosse is more than a game, it broadens teams stood with one win each going into into a way of life shared by a community the contest. Lila Ottinger and Riley Brown and used for its spiritual as well as athletic led the 3-run CVU offense. Short of an value. It is begadwe, “little brother of war� 11-0 shutout by Essex, the Redhawks had in the Mohawk language. remained fairly close to their opponents in CVU seems to be putting begadwe to the previous four games. good use with the men beating Brattleboro, a game in which ten players hit the net for Apology to Hadley Menk CVU, Charlie Bernicke scoring four goals and adding two assists. Charlotte’s Kyle Let us issue an apology to Hadley Menk Jaunich had a hat trick, and Will Braun of Charlotte, an active member of the CVU contributed a goal and an assist. Braun women’s tennis team who has contributed and Jaunich also scored in the Redhawks’ significantly to the Redhawks’ unblemthrilling overtime (9-8) win over South ished record through her significant Burlington earlier in May. doubles victories. We apologize Hadley for leaving your name out of a previous column, because we know how important everyone is to CVU’s prowess.
Full Service Marina
Fully stocked SHIP STORE t #PUUPN 1BJOU $MFBOFST 8BY t #PBUJOH "DFTTPSJFT t 'MBSFT -JGF +BDLFUT t #FFS 8JOF 4OBDLT
t &UIBOPM 'SFF 'VFM t 'BDUPSZ USBJOFE 4FSWJDF %FQBSUNFOU $IFDL PVU PVS POMJOF DBUBMPH BU QPJOUCBZNBSJOB DPN
ćPNQTPOT 1PJOU 3PBE $IBSMPUUF t XXX QPJOUCBZNBSJOB DPN
The CharloTTe News • May 19, 2016 • 11
Puzzles
Out-Doors
Puzzles in 2016 have been underwritten by
Homeport Vermont
PO Box 101, Charlotte, VT, 802-870-3481
‘Tis morel in the mind Mushroom-hunting season is upon us
on the nether reaches where we recently had removed embedded ticks. Arthur thought there might be good pickings near the RichmondHinesburg Road so we hopped into our cars. We stopped at a farmhouse where Arthur asked the owners for permission to hunt mushrooms. Then into the woods we wandered, knives, containers and guidebooks at the ready. Dead elms abounded, as did roadside trash. It being Green-Up weekend, Cathy carried a green bag, and before long it was full of beer bottles, hubcaps and shattered car parts. But still no mushrooms. We
Elizabeth Bassett CONTRIBUTOR
Mother’s Day dawned gray like oh-so-many recent mornings. At 6 a.m. the mercury outside my kitchen window stood at 56 degrees. By midday, as our group of mushroom hunters gathered in East Charlotte, a chill north wind at 42 degrees knifed through our thin gloves and rain jackets. Arthur Hynes, whose email signature is “Funguy rising,” had suggested we wear waterproof boots and bring “a basket or bag, a small folding knife and your mushroom ID book, if you have one; a few smaller paper bags in a City Market-type bag works well to separate what we find. I’ll have binoculars also.” Like six Little Red Riding Hoods—toting baskets, knives, bags, books and high hopes— we traipsed across the field to a copse of trees surrounding a giant elm stump. May is morel season, a “choice” mushroom in the lingo of aficionados. That means that morels are not only edible but also tasty. “The season is short,” Arthur said, “and you never know where you will find morels, but around dead elm trees is a good bet.” Many mushrooms have a symbiotic relationship with particular trees. The mushroom is connected by underground strands or rhizomes to the rootlets of a tree to the benefit of both. After 15 fruitless minutes of searching, Andy said, “I’m feeling pretty silly—I brought six paper bags so that I could separate all the varieties of mushrooms I would find!” Meanwhile, we marveled at the prevalence of wild parsnip. Ruby, Cathy and I compared notes
AN ELUSIVE MOREL
admired Indian pokeweed, or false hellebore, and horsetails. Suki told us she used to scrub dishes with horsetails when she lived in a teepee. “Full of silica,” said she. Who knew! With still-empty bags and baskets, the group continued north to prospect along the Winooski River. We found dryad saddles, a.k.a. polyporus squamosus. “They have a good subtle flavor,” Cathy Hunter said. We also found some perfect fiddleheads along the river. Arthur’s mushroom book of choice is the Audubon Field Guide to Mushrooms, and Cathy carried her Mushroom Picker’s Foolproof
Field Guide by Peter Jordan. The latter is not as encyclopedic as the Audubon guide but has large pages with big color photographs, helpful for novices with little confidence in their identification skills. At the end of the day, the only morels we discovered were in my very own perennial garden. Had I not recently bought a mushroom guide in preparation for Arthur’s Mother’s Day foray, I would not have noticed something so special hiding in plain sight. Nor, without Arthur’s identification, had the nerve to taste them! “At least now we know the morels are up,” Arthur said. “The season is about two weeks long.” I can guess what Arthur will be doing next weekend. Mushrooming is not for amateurs—at least not if you plan to eat them. Burlingtonbased foragers Ari Rockland-Miller and Jenna Antonino DeMare host workshops and lead walks (themushroomforager.com). In past years they have conducted workshops at Red Wagon Plants, Shelburne Farms, Middlebury College, NOFA conferences and the Horticultural Society of New York. The Mushroom Foragers lead excursions that are scheduled to coincide with peak foraging conditions. Their 2016 schedule is on the website, as is their blog, the ForageCast, which keeps readers abreast of gourmet and medicinal species that are in season in the Northeast. Their goal is to “teach people to make their forays targeted so they know when, where and how to look for species they enjoy and are confident.” Happy hunting!
RESIDENTIAL
COMMERCIAL
Featuring Environmentally Friendly Flooring Solutions
Hardwood • Bamboo • Cork • Marmoleum • Rubber • Wool Locally Owned & Operated
802-658-9336
257 PINE STREET, BURLINGTON • www.NEFCVT.COM
“humor What New England is, is a state of mind, a place where dry and perpetual disappointment blend to produce an ironic pessimism that folks from away find most perplexing. —Willem Lange (1935– )
Across
Down
1. Dish with seasoned rice 6. Ready a gift 10. Criticizes 14. Consummate 15. ___ de camp 16. Hose hue 17. Genesis story 20. Wapiti 21. ___ and blue (Wolverines colors) 22. Brings home 23. Numbers on letters 24. Like unclean hair 26. Kin by marriage 29. Addict 30. Bell sound 31. Sour fruit 32. Slip in a pot 35. Genesis story 39. Problem of the middle ages? 40. Crew members 41. Bridge seats 42. Fissile rock 44. Tailor 45. Load 48. Cut down 49. Yellow-flowered cactus 50. Actor Ken 52. It’s definite 55. Genesis story 58. Cattle call goal 59. Safecracker 60. Render defenseless 61. Birds in barns 62. “Aeneid” figure 63. Curlicues
1. Word with apple or cone 2. Murti 3. Plumbing problem 4. Sound of relief 5. Florida lawn decoration 6. Gullies 7. Swiss hotelier 8. Bonds 9. OQ divider 10. Put down new carpet 11. Community organization in the news 12. Antler point 13. Like dishwater 18. Hair can be raised here 19. Spore producer 23. Brass component 25. Like some golf balls 26. “Hamlet” has five 27. Hopper 28. Phyllis Diller’s “husband” 29. Distress signal 31. Trifle 32. Research facility: abbr. 33. Comics canine 34. Cold war initials 36. ___ Gatto (custom-built coupe) 37. Fruit tree destroyer 38. “My Name Is ___” 42. Says so 43. Good sign? 44. Bondman 45. Prelim 46. At all, in dialect 47. ___ check 48. They croak until they croak 51. “Cogito ___ sum” 52. Alpine transport 53. Epitaph opener 54. “The moan of doves in immemorial ___”: Tennyson 56. River in Wales 57. “Take your pick”
Crossword and sudoku by Myles Mellor. answers to our puzzles Can be found near the Classifieds.
12 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
Senior Center News Mary Recchia CONTRIBUTOR
Please look for the new Summer Program as an insert in this issue of The Charlotte News. Here are a few highlights to get you thinking summer! Please note that The Friends of the Charlotte Senior Center Annual Plant Sale will not be held this year due to the anticipated limitations created by our building project. We all look forward to this wonderful community event returning next year! Hank Kaestner will lead another Birding Expedition on Wednesday morning, May 25, at 8 o’clock as we try to beat last year’s total by recording 101 species of birds in one year! Please meet at the Center so we can carpool together to the location Hank has scouted for spectacular bird watching. Good views are guaranteed through Hank’s “Oh my God� telescope. Register for this event, and if we have to change the date due to bird migration or weather, we will call you. Registration required. No fee. Exploring Methods of Writing Prose with Sabina Evarts continues Friday afternoons from 1–3. Let’s write it out! Here’s your chance to express in writing whatever your passion is: fictional stories, the “story of you,� factual, humorous, poignant, entertaining pieces. We’ll cover the mechanics of writing and expressing your thoughts; you’ll set goals and share your work as a group.
Deadline approaches for SCHIP grants Since making its first grants in 2004, SCHIP has awarded more than $575,000 to projects that improve the lives of our neighbors and strengthen our communities. Grants have ranged from a few hundred to several thousand dollars and cannot
Currently writing stories and poetry herself, Sabina was a high school English teacher and has been published in a number of poetry magazines and in the Vermont Writers collection. Please call Sabina at 985-4099 if you have any questions. Registration Marty Morrissey led a group of hikers down the Chittenden Brook Trail in Chittenden on required. No fee. May 3. What a perfect way to spend a spring day! PHOTO: JANET YANTACHKA Rob Mullin from Charlotte Fire & Rescue will offer an overview of the latest “best practices� and reminders of what we all think we exercise can be modified for any ability or know about fire safety on Wednesday, level of fitness. If you have been looking June 1, after the luncheon at 1 p.m. Rob for a class that challenges you but doesn’t will touch on a few rescue issues and open leave you in the dust, then this is for you. up the conversation to any and all of your Registration required. Limit 10. Fee: $10 questions. No registration or fee. per class. Are you ready for an active summer? Yes, you can learn the true Yang Family Ginger Lambert will continue Fitness style of Tai Chi famous for its myriad for Everybody on Friday mornings from benefits to health and well-being. The Construction has 9:15–10. Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, July 1 flowing movements and postures will and 8. We all have different body types increase flexibility, improve balance and begun on the Senior and fitness experience but know that being strengthen core muscles. Practitioners Center entry addition. strong and fit helps us to live our lives to cultivate a deeper sense of relaxation, their full potential. Using timed intervals increased energy level and a real sense of To enter the building and a series of stations, this class will confidence and presence. John Creech has please use the south incorporate body weight, light weights been studying and practicing tai chi for 10 door from the deck and other cardio/strength building tools years and invites you to come learn and to boost strength, cardiovascular fitness, practice together Thursday mornings from into the Cafe. agility and flexibility. Some active games 10–11. Dates: June 9, 16, 23, 30, July 7 and Thanks for your will be included to make this a fun and 14. Registration necessary. Fee: $42 for interesting workout. Joint and ligament six-week session. patience! issues will be taken into account. Every exceed $3,000. Applicants must have 501(c)(3) status or submit their applications through such an organization. Projects must serve residents of the communities of Shelburne, Charlotte or Hinesburg. With the exception of Food Shelves, an organization may apply only once within the calendar year. Grant funds cannot be applied to annual operating budgets or permanent staffing. To obtain an application email schipgrant@myfairpoint.net or stop by the shop at 5404 Shelburne Road, in Shelburne. May 31 is the next deadline of three annual deadlines
SHAKEYGROUND FARM STAND Now Open! 289 Converse Bay Rd. 1/4 Mile from the Charlotte Ferry
Whats Available: Farm Shares ~ Icelandic Lamb ~Wildflower Honey ~Belted Galloway Beef ~Yarn ~Heritage Poultry ~Sheepskins ~Fresh Eggs ~Fresh Vegetables XXX TIBLFZHSPVOEGBSN DPN t t t
Why drive North? Consider pampering her with one of our many services: t'VMM 4FSWJDF )BJS t'BDJBMT t%JBNPOE %FSNBCSBTJPO t'VMM #PEZ 8BYJOH t-BTI &YUFOTJPOT t(FM .BOJDVSFT 1FEJDVSFT
.BJO 4USFFU 7FSHFOOFT t TIFBSDVUTWU DPN
The CharloTTe News • May 19, 2016 • 13
Upcoming pUblic meetings Selectboard: May 23 and June 23, 7 p.m. Planning Comm.: May 19 and June 2, 7 p.m. CSSU Board: June 21, 5:30 p.m. CCS Board: June 21, 5:30 p.m. CVU Board: June 21, 5:30 p.m. Conservation Commission: May 24, 7 p.m. Zoning Board: None Cemetery Com.: May 19, 11:30 a.m. We make every effort to give correct meeting times, however they are subject to change. Check the town website for more info: charlottevt.org.
Have yoUr say | Selectboard MeMberS | Chair, Lane Morrison, 425-2495 Matthew Krasnow, 922-2153 Carrie Spear, 425-4444 Jacob Spell, 425-6548 Fritz Tegatz, 425-5564 Selectboard Regular Meetings are usually at 7 p.m. in the Town Hall on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. If you would like to bring an issue to the attention of the Selectboard, contact the board chair or administrator Dean Bloch at 425-3071, ext. 205.
| ccS School board | Chair, Mark McDermott, 425-4860 Vice Chair, Erik Beal, 425-2140 Clerk, Jeff Martin, 425-4319 Kristin Wright, 425-5105 Clyde Baldwin, 425-3366 Susan Nostrand, 425-4999
| cVU School board-charlotte | Lorna Jimerson, ljimerso@wcvt.com Lynne Jaunich, lmjau@gmavt.net
| Planning coMMiSSion | Zoning Administrator & Deputy Health Officer, Joe Rheaume, jrheaume@townofcharlotte.com Town Planner, Daryl Benoit, dbenoit@townofcharlotte.com Chair, Jeffrey McDonald, 425-4429 Vice Chair, Peter Joslin Members: Gerald Bouchard, Paul Landler, Charlie Pughe, Donna Stearns, Marty Illick
| Vt goVernMent | vt senate (cHittenden district) Tim Ashe, D/P-Burlington, 318-0903, tashe@leg.state.vt Philip Baruth, D-Burlington, 503-5266, pbaruth@leg.state.vt.us Virginia “Ginny� Lyons, D-Williston, 863-6129, vvlyons@leg.state.vt.us Diane Snelling, R-Hinesburg, 482-4382, dsnelling@leg.state.vt.us Michael Sirotkin, D-South Burlington, 999-4360, msirotkin@leg.state.vt.us David Zuckerman, P/D/W-Hinesburg, 598-1986, dzuckerman@leg.state.vt.us vermont HoUse Mike Yantachka, D-Charlotte, 425-3960, myantachka.dfa@gmail.com
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 11 a.m.: Welcome Baby Gathering. Come to the library to meet other families with young children, explore the library offerings and learn about playgroups and other free programs for your little ones. Refreshments served! Hosted by Building Bright Futures and the Charlotte Library.
Trendy TiTles @ The library
ADULT BOOKS The Woman in Blue, a Ruth Galloway Mystery by Elly Griffiths: In the next Ruth Galloway mystery, a vision of the Virgin Mary foreshadows a string of cold-blooded murders, revealing a dark current of religious fanaticism in an old medieval town. Lab Girl by Hope Jahren: Acclaimed scientist Hope Jahren has built three laboratories in which she’s studied trees, flowers, seeds, and soil. Her first book is a revelatory treatise on plant life—but it is also so much more. The Sport of Kings by C. E. Morgan: Hellsmouth, an indomitable thoroughbred with the blood of Triple Crown winners in her veins, runs for the glory of the Forge family, one of Kentucky’s oldest and most powerful dynasties. Entangled by fear, prejudice, and lust, three tether their personal dreams of glory to the speed and grace of Hellsmouth.
Margaret Woodruff CONTRIBUTOR
THURSDAY, MAY 19, 7 p.m.: International Student Forum. The CVU community is fortunate to have had students join their ranks for over 25 years. This year Niels from Denmark, Frederik from Norway and Manuel from Austria are living with families in Shelburne and making the most of their time here. Join us to meet them and learn about EF High School Exchange Year.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 7 p.m.: Paris Climate Accords: A Conversation with Brian Tokar and Aly Johnson-Kurts. Join these two leaders in the climate justice movement for an evening’s discussion on the Paris Climate Accords, how they are an important step forward in securing a livable future, and how much more needs to be done. Co-sponsored with Transition Town Charlotte. THURSDAY, MAY 26, 7:30 p.m.: BYOB Book Discussion. Bring Your Own Book to share with our group. MONDAY, JUNE 13, 10 a.m.: Mystery Book Group. Our world tour of suspense continues as we read The Wrong Kind of Blood: An Irish Novel of Betrayal by Declan Hughes. Join us for coffee and discussion. Copies of the book available for check out at the library circulation desk.
YOUTH BOOKS: Genius: The Game by Leopoldo Gout: Trust no one. Every camera is an eye. Every microphone an ear. Find me and we can stop him together. The Family Fletcher Takes Rock Island by Dana Alison Levy: The Fletchers are back on Rock Island, home of all their best summer memories. But from their first day on the island it’s clear that this year, things have changed.
Stephens Family Dentistry Cleanings Fillings Sealants Dental Implants
Bridges Crowns Extractions Teeth Whitening
Root Canals Dental Emergencies Dentures Veneers
Serving Chittenden County and Surround Areas New Patients Always Welcome Conveniently Located - Most Insurances Accepted #MMBSET $PSOFS 3PBE )JOFTCVSH t 4UFQIFOT'BNJMZ%FOUJTUSZ!HNBJM DPN t XXX WUTNJMF DPN
Fat Cow Farm $PNF TFF XIBU UIF 5SPOP GBNJMZ IBT JO TUPSF
Soon partnering with:
| U.S. goVernMent |
Emily’s Home Cooking
U.s. senators Patrick Leahy, 863-2525, leahy.senate.gov Bernie Sanders, 862-0697, sanders.senate.gov
of Shelburne for farm-to-table freezer meals featuring our meats and other local sourced ingredients. Be sure to like us on Facebook for the most up to date details as they come in.
Us congressman Peter Welch, 652-2450, welch.house.gov
4UPSF )PVST .POEBZt8FEOFTEBZt'SJEBZ )PVST o Q N $MPTFE 5VFTEBZ ćVSTEBZT t #JOHIBN #SPPL 3E $IBSMPUUF
All-Natural Beef, Poultry and Pork at Reasonable Prices
XXX GBUDPXGBSN DPN t -JLF VT PO 'BDFCPPL 'BU $PX 'BSN $IBSMPUUF 75
14 • May 19, 2016 • The CharloTTe News
Classifieds
Around Town Congratulations
to Kayla Warren and Ryan Titus, now of South Carolina, who are engaged to be married in August. Ryan is the son of Lorraine and the late Jeffrey Titus who lived together in Charlotte for 12 years (Jeff having been a lifelong resident). Kayla is the daughter of James and Renee Warren of Landrum, South Carolina. to Ted Castle and his company Rhino Foods which was named, in the May issue of Vermont Food Systems News, the top producer of cookie dough nationwide for ice cream and frozen desserts. Having begun as a cookies cart on Church Street, that is a long way for Rhino to progress. The Food Systems News is a monthly publication that looks at Chittenden County in its current issue. And the article also notes that Chittenden County ranks lowest in the state for the number of obese adults.
to Willow Stein (above) who will graduate from UVM this month with her master’s degree in social work. She and her husband, Zach Manganello, live in Charlotte.
to Sadie Holmes whose piece, “The staircase,” appeared in the May 6 Burlington Free Press, Young Writers Project. Sadie’s
to Iver Bjerke of Charlotte, who was one of five co-inventors from around Vermont who received a patent for developing replaceable capture hoods for re-circulating self-contained ventilation systems. Iver works through SA Vent of Providence, RI, who was assigned the patent.
Sympathy is extended to family and friends of Anne Jean Doris who passed away January 28 at the age of 98. Her surviving family in Charlotte includes her son, William, his wife, Karen, and their son, Colin. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, donations in Anne’s memory be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 1355 Peachtree Street, N.E., Atlanta, GA 30309.
Reach your friends and neighbors for only $7 per issue. (Payment must be sent before issue date.) Please limit your ad to 35 words or fewer and send it to The Charlotte News Classifieds, P.O. Box 251, Charlotte, VT 05445 or email ads@thecharlottenews.org. For Sale: 4 snow tires - moving south, barely used. $40 for all 4 Nokian 18 inch 235/50R18 used on Volvo CX70. Call Stella 425-4265, text 373-7943. lawn mowing Service—Working my way through college. Ten years experience. Professional equipment. Insured. Residential, business, church, municipal, etc. Call Anthony Burds 777-9131 [5823]. mt. Philo inn—A unique hotel situated at the base of Mt. Philo State Park with stunning panoramic views of Lake Champlain and the Adirondacks. Spacious 3 bedroom suites with 2 bathrooms and a complete kitchen. Thoughtfully designed for casual elegance. Privacy, space, tranquility. Bigger on the inside. MtPhiloInn.com, 425-3335. Since 1977, laFayette Painting inc. has been providing the best interior and exterior painting services available. Let our experts transform your space. Call us at 863-5397 and see our work, references and more at LafayettePaintingInc.com.
Notice
to Robert Turnau of Charlotte who was appointed vice president of finance/chief financial officer of Vermont Information Technology Leaders (VITL) where he is responsible for directing all financial and human resource matters for 32 staff members. Prior to VITL he was the finance director at ReSOURCE, a non-profit known earlier as Recycle North. He had also worked for General Dynamics.
writing came in response to a photograph titled “Sea-stairs and Sound: Stirring.” In it, she asks herself where the stairs in the picture came from and led to. She meets Pearl from the sea, a dolphin-like creature who explains how and to whom stairs appear and Sadie wonders at the magic in it.
maxim outdoor wood Pellet Furnace by Central Boiler adapts to existing heating systems & heats with renewable wood pellets. Boivin Farm Supply 802-475-4007. interior and exterior Painting: If you’re looking for quality painting with regular or low VOC paints and very reasonable rates, call John McCaffrey at 802-999-0963 or 802-338-1331 or 802877-2172. [58-24] redStone: Affordable small office spaces available on Ferry Rd. Starting at $250.00 including all utilities. For more information or to schedule a tour call 802-6587400.
The CharloTTe News • May 19, 2016 • 15
CHARLOTTE CONSERVATION CURRENTS
All on a summer’s night
inside a building in the wintertime. Most people are unaware of the seven native, forest-dwelling species living nearby in treetops, tree cavities or under flakes of peeling bark. They leave the trees at night, swoop over the meadows and lakes, eating enormous quantities of insects (up to half The state of bats in Vermont their weight each night), and return to their roosts before sunrise, never bothering and what you can do to help people. Because bats are so important as Mary Van Vleck the major predator of night-flying insects, their crashing populations are a CONTRIBUTOR huge concern for all natural ecosystems One of the greatest pleasures of and for our agricultural production. The Vermont’s all-too-short summer is relax- declines in Vermont and across the nation ing outside on a balmy evening when the are primarily due to the highly contagious day’s chores are done: tending the gardens, fungal disease, white-nose syndrome watching the birds, greeting the neighbor- (WNS), which was identified about 12 hood kids and marveling at the evening years ago. According to the Vermont Fish sky. Then along come the mosquitoes, & Wildlife Department, 5.7 million bats destroying our peaceful reverie with their have died off in the northeastern U.S. maddening high-pitched whine. That’s since 2006 as a result of WNS. In contrast when, rather than birds, we wish there to earlier times, the nighttime skies are were more bats. Bats are the major preda- empty of bats, and nocturnal insects— tor of night-flying insects. The native little including mosquitoes and the moths that brown bat can consume over 1,200 insects produce caterpillars that do such damage an hour and over to our gardens 3,000 insects per and agricultural night. Considering crops—thrive in that there may the absence of be 100 bats in a their major prednearby roost, you ator. Sadly, in the can appreciate how absence of bats, important bats are in farmers must rely insect control. more heavily on Sadly, bats are chemical pesticides. B IG BROWN BAT one of the most The few bats that misunderstood and have survived fly maligned of our over meadows and native animals. Many people fear them open water, hawking for insects from or have cursed and killed them when they mid-May through September. As the get into homes and barns. They worry that insects disappear with the advent of colder bats carry rabies (fewer than 1 percent weather, six of our nine native species carry rabies, and if sick with the disease, leave their summertime roosts for the their tiny bodies succumb within four relative warmth of underground caves days). Or that a bat will get stuck in their and old mine shafts, where they huddle hair —have you ever heard of that actually together to keep warm. There they will happening? Bats are not blind and, in fact, hibernate until spring, have very good eyesight. However, in the their body temperature dark they pursue their prey by echoloca- dropping to around 60 tion rather than sight—they make ultra- degrees Fahrenheit. (The sonic sounds that echo back, indicating three other bat species fly the exact location of their prey. south, one species flying The best way to encourage a bat’s quick as far as South America.) exit is to close all entrances to other parts As the inside of bat caves of the house, turn off all indoor lights and is warm and humid, and open an outside door or window. Place with hundreds of bats a light or a lit candle outside and the bat snuggled close together, it usually makes a beeline for the light. is easy to imagine how the Bats are the only flying mammals that flap their wings to propel themselves (flying squirrels glide but don’t fly). The fur-covered wings are made of an extremely thin, highly elastic membrane that stretches over the four limbs, enveloping the fingertips and extending to the ankles and tail, which is partially or wholly inside the membrane. The bones of the four fingers are greatly elongated and support the outer half of the wing, providing dexterity and flexibility so that a bat can turn suddenly in pursuit of an insect. Only the thumb, feet and perhaps the tip of the tail extend beyond the wing, which bats use to crawl about and cling to surfaces. And the tail? At least one southern bat—not native in New England— roosts in trees hanging only by its tail. Nine bat species are native to the northeastern United States, though we are generally familiar with only two—little brown and big brown bats. These two species frequently choose to live in barns or attics where they quickly become a nuisance due to their dark, rice-like droppings (however excellent as garden fertilizer), their squeaks and, eventually, their odor. Little browns seek the protection of a building from May to September only. Only the big brown bats would roost
WNS spread so widely. This has become a very dire situation; scientists worry that we may lose some species altogether, which would be devastating for our ecosystems and agricultural crops. Scientists are working hard to stop the spread of the fungus, but they have not yet found a cure. Senator Patrick Leahy and other legislators are working to raise funds for bat research. There is reason to hope, as the die-off rate seems to be slowing, perhaps as the surviving bats develop immunity to the fungus. Mary Van Vleck is a member of the Charlotte Conservation Commission. Contact: maryvanv@gmail.com.
Go batty
How to attract Vermont bats: goo.gl/aJKMqI How build a bat box: goo.gl/MdymmQ General bat conservation info: batcon.org
Fournier Landscaping
6895 US-7, North Ferrisburgh, VT 05473 Phone:(802) 425-5296 www.fournierlandscaping.com
5247 Shelburne Rd. Shelburne, VT.
aromatherapy consultation and get $20 off.
(802) 985-5552 www.edohair.com
T he C harloTTe N ews
Get a 75min massage for the price of 60min. Add on an
Voice of the town since 1958
Experience relaxation.
Offer 6/1/16 Offersends ends 6/1/15.
deliver To: loCal Boxholder U.S. POSTAGE PAID MAILED FROM ZIP CODE 05482 PERMIT NO. 9
presorted standard