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Middlebury rail project delayed again Permitting issue adds another year

By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — A fouryear, $40 million overhaul of Middlebury’s two downtown rail bridges will be delayed for at least another year, in light of a decision by state and federal transportation authorities to submit the project to

an Environmental Assessment.

Preliminary efforts to replace the Main Street and Merchants Row rail bridges were slated to begin this winter, with work focusing on an associated drainage system and a temporary road to serve the Battell Block parking area. The most disruptive work had been scheduled for a 10-week period during the summer of 2019, when both the Main Street and Merchants Row

bridges were due to be supplanted by a concrete tunnel.

Work is also to include excavating and improving the downtown rail bed; a major, temporary detour of Vermont Rail train traffic has been in the works to accommodate the project.

But the massive undertaking — once targeted for a 2014 start — is again on hold.

The Vermont Agency of

Transportation announced on Thursday that it and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) — the major funding sources for the plan — have determined the project must undergo a federally mandated Environmental Assessment.

Authorities had previously determined the project could be exempted from such a comprehensive review, and it was (See Middlebury, Page 34)

Local girl headed to Montpelier • Isabella Gaffney, 14, of Starksboro will soon serve as a legislative page at the Vermont Statehouse.

See Page 3.

Caroling chorus

MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School choir director Liz LeBeau, far left, leads the school’s choir in a round of caroling during a holiday concert at Middlebury’s Congregational Church this past Tuesday afternoon.

Independent photo/Trent Campbell

Fire claims life of Middlebury man • Police are still probing the cause of a Dec. 14 blaze at a Murdock Court home. See Page 2.

Weybridge solar plan draws major opposition

School repairs take focus in Mount Abe budget proposals

By JOHN FLOWERS WEYBRIDGE — Developers of a 4.99-megawatt solar farm proposal for Weybridge invited neighbors to a Dec. 14 forum to get a sense of how the project might be received.

A vast majority of the 40 townspeople who showed up at the gathering at their local elementary school didn’t mince their words.

They don’t want it, fearing that the

By GAEN MURPHREE BRISTOL — Five-town residents got a first look at two very different kinds of fiscal year budget scenarios for Mount Abraham Union High School, at a recent forum.

One budget included roughly $250,000 for ongoing repairs on

solar farm — which would be one of the biggest in the state and the first ever pitched in Weybridge — would affect their views and property values.

“I’m not happy about this; I’m not pleased at all,” said Field Days Road resident Dan DaPolito.

“I feel powerless.”

At issue is a proposal by (See Weybridge, Page 24)

Board weighs $20M bond versus upgrades the 47-year-old Bristol facility.

The other sketched out what payments could look like on a 20-year, $20-million bond, which is considered the minimum needed to adequately renovate the building.

Mount Abe Principal Jessica (See Mt. Abe, Page 6)

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Middlebury man loses life in fire Kellogg, 95, recalled as industrious and a good neighbor

By JOHN FLOWERS AND last Wednesday evening when JOHN S. McCRIGHT at 7:50 p.m. they received a call MIDDLEBURY — State and about the Murdock Court house local investigators on fire, according to Chief Thursday morning were “Our guys Dave Shaw.

Their still combing through were pretty presence at the station the charred remains of and its proximity to a home at 7 Murdock shook up over Murdock Court — a Court, Middlebury, in (Mr. Kellogg’s) one-block street that is search of the cause of a death. You off Weybridge Street — blaze that took the life never want allowed firefighters to of 95-year-old Robert to see that, get into their gear and Kellogg. arrive at the fire scene especially The retired teacher within around 5 minutes. and counselor who had during the The caller was a lived in Middlebury for holiday grandson of Mr. Kellogg nearly three decades was season. We who also lived there, remembered as an active have great and returned home from member of the community remorse for work to find the home who, in the words of one filled with smoke. He former neighbor, “lived the family.” told the 911 dispatcher — Chief that he feared the elderly an ordinary life in what Dave Shaw man might still be inside seemed to me to be an extraordinary way.” the home.

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explosion — or “flashover,” as Shaw described it — as air suddenly reached and fed the flames within the structure, according to Shaw.

The explosion blew the windows out of the home.

Some of the approximately 45 responding firefighters fought the blaze at the front of the home, while others made their way into the rear of the structure.

“They were met with heavy smoke and heat conditions,” Shaw said of firefighters entering the back end of the building.

The firefighters persevered and found Mr. Kellogg on the floor of the kitchen/dining room area.

“He had succumbed to the fire,” Shaw said, theorizing Mr. Kellogg might have died from a health event prior to the blaze, or simply became overwhelmed by smoke inhalation.

Kellogg’s death came as a jolt to both firefighters and residents of what Shaw described as a “pretty tight” Murdock Court community.

He would have celebrated his 96th birthday on Sunday.

“Our guys were pretty shook up over (Mr. Kellogg’s) death,” Shaw said. “You never want to see that, especially during the holiday season. We have great remorse for the family.”

The New Haven and Weybridge fire departments assisted Middlebury in responding to the blaze; around 10 fire trucks responded to the scene. Thanks to their efforts, firefighters had contained the fire within an hour and 15 minutes and remained on scene until around midnight, according to Shaw. A few crew members stayed near the site overnight, to make sure there were no flare-ups or safety concerns.

Temperatures Wednesday night were hovering around 20 degrees, so firefighters fortunately did not have to contend with the sub-zero conditions expected Thursday and Friday nights.

BOB KELLOGG SITS outside his house last winter with his dog Sophie, a beloved companion who died earlier this year. Kellogg perished in a fire at his Middlebury home last Wednesday night.

Shaw called the one-and-a-half story home a “complete loss.”

A half-dozen state officials were investigating the fire scene with Shaw on Thursday to pinpoint a cause of the fire.

“They haven’t ruled out anything,” Shaw said of the investigators.

Potential causes ranging from an electrical malfunction to arson were still on the table as of Thursday morning, officials said.

A MAN FILLED WITH LIFE Neighbors and friends late last week expressed sadness at the loss of Bob Kellogg, who would have marked his 96th birthday on Sunday.

Kellogg graduated from Middlebury College in the class of 1948, married classmate Marya Steele and had a career as a teacher, guidance

counselor and job counselor.

Bob and Marya retired to Middlebury in 1988 to a house at the end of a short street just steps from the college campus. They were active in town, volunteering together at the Sheldon Museum and singing in the Middlebury Community Chorus.

Bob Kellogg was also a member of the Friends of the Art Museum, active with his college class and worshiped at the Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society.

Marya Kellogg passed away on Sept. 18, 2012.

Several people remarked on how active Bob kept even as he grew older.

Brian Slavin, a former neighbor, said Bob always had a long to-do list and Bob told him many times that if he (See Kellogg, Page 3)

Bristol woman dies in single-car crash NEW HAVEN — A Bristol woman was killed early this past Wednesday morning when the car she was driving crashed into a tree.

At around 5:40 a.m. that day,

Vermont State Police rushed to the scene of a one-car crash on Main Street near East Street. Upon their arrival troopers learned that Marietta Pomainville, 62, was deceased as a

result of the crash.

Police report that the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt that Pomainville was driving spun clockwise in the roadway, travelled left of center and the driver’s side of the vehicle struck the tree, causing severe blunt force trauma to the driver. The vehicle came to a rest facing east.

The road conditions were described as cold and wet. Police said impairment did not appear to be a contributing factor to this crash. They said Pomainville was not wearing a seat belt.

The New Haven Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Bristol Rescue Squad and Addison County Sheriff’s Department assisted state police at the scene. This crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information regarding the crash is asked to contact the Vermont State Police at 802-388-4919.

Addison Independent, Monday, December 19, 2016 — PAGE 3

Gaffney to serve as legislative page STARKSBORO — Isabella Gaffney, a 14-year-old Starksboro eighth-grader, has been selected to be a Legislative page. In that role she will assist lawmakers at the Vermont Statehouse.

Gaffney, the daughter of Celina Aiguier and Donald Gaffney, is one of 30 students selected for this role. She will serve the 2017 spring term for six weeks.

Pages deliver messages for the members of the Vermont Senate, the House of Representatives, and the various Legislative offices. Serving as a page offers a unique opportunity to observe the workings of the Legislature and to witness firsthand the often- historic events in Montpelier.

To be a page a student needs to be in eighth grade and submit an application to the Seargent of Arms.

“Bella,” as she is known, is homeschooled, but she takes art and accelerated math classes at Mount Abraham Union Middle School. Her favorite subject this year is civics.

Many Vermont politicians,

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ISABELLA GAFFNEY including members of the current Legislature, got their start working as pages.

Gaffney herself says she hopes to be a U.S. Congresswoman one day.

Wishing everyone a very Happy and Healthy Holiday Season!

Kellogg (Continued from Page 2) had 10 more years to live he might just get everything done.

Slavin shared this story on Bob Kellogg’s self-reliance.

One fall day after my family first moved into the neighborhood, I was working in the garden and noticed a man on the roof cleaning the gutters out at the Kelloggs’ house.

I was thinking as I looked at the height of the house that it took a sure-footed person to complete that task and thanked God it wasn’t me.

As I watched this person pull out clods of leaves from the gutters with confidence and speed I noticed that it wasn’t some young daredevil, it was Mr. Kellogg himself! I wondered how an almost 90-year-old man

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A D D IS ON INDE P E NDEN T

Editorial

Bridge delay offers chance To get everything in place Better safe than sorry. That’s the saying that seems most apt in light of the Vermont Agency of Transportation’s decision last Wednesday to conduct an Environmental Assessment of the Main Street and Merchant Row rail bridges project in downtown Middlebury. The decision, which will delay the project by at least a year, was not taken lightly, but made in the face of a probable lawsuit over potential environmental violations.

There are downsides to the decision. It delays this overbearing project another year and that just causes uncertainly and readjustments in planning among downtown businesses. And with new administrations in place at the state and federal levels, this could jeopardize some funding (or the scope) of the project. It will also, undoubtedly, add some inflationary costs to the project, if not additional expenses to handle environmental concerns.

With the delay the potential upsides were noted by selectboard chairman Brian Carpenter. “While we all understand the need for replacing our downtown bridges and improving the safety of the rail line, I think the decision to undertake an EA is right for Middlebury,” he said in a press release posted on the AOT’s website. “I have faith that our community will make good use of the additional time before construction to ensure that we are all doing everything we can to minimize the impact of construction on our businesses and on the quality of life in our unique community.” He added that the town should “take this time to conduct the independent engineering assessment, to continue refining a downtown needs statement and make efforts to fulfill that, and to further our work on a Middlebury multi-modal station.”

What is difficult to parse in this evolving project are both sides of the story. The state and the town committees working diligently on the project for the past few years feel confident in the current plan’s scope and detail.

Vocal opponents, while few in number, have some expertise on the matter, have hired an attorney to review relevant law, and have worked effectively with the town to get earlier proposals tossed out in favor of the current plan — which limits the worst of the downtown construction to 10-12 weeks, and which most downtown merchants and businesses appear to favor. Still, these opponents highlight concerns about safety in the event of spills of hazardous material and the environmental impact on the Otter Creek.

Now concerns will focus on the safety of the two bridges and the rail track through the downtown for yet another year. The AOT currently has increased its safety review of the bridges to quarterly and has temporary bridges at the ready if needed. The current status of the railway remains as is, with obvious needs to improve the drainage and track conditions for safety. The community must evaluate the state’s plan to be sure it adequately meets the town’s needs.

The delay will at the very least provide the needed time to double-check any potential shortcomings of the project through a second engineering review, and flush out the other community benefits noted by Carpenter (a needs statement, multi-modal station, and downtown improvements) before construction begins. And, as any builder knows, having all the plans nailed down before the shovel hits the ground make for a smoother project and a better outcome.

Let us hope that is the end result of a project that has the potential to bring much good to the downtown, if done well and with eyes wide open for potential shortfalls.

Angelo S. Lynn

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Letters to the Editor State should confiscate vehicles of drunk drivers Kelly Boe’s death and the history of the man who killed him reveal that Vermont does not take DRUNK DRIVING seriously. That the statutes regarding penalties for such behavior could include the phrase “fifth or subsequent time” defies reason. The increasing penalties for repeated offenses attempt to affect the behavior of people who are a demonstrated menace to all who walk, bike or drive on Vermont roads. Some are sick.

Alcoholism is a disease. Must we continue to allow people with this particular illness to work out their

problem in cars and trucks? There are four ingredients in this tragedy: the victim, the driver, alcohol and the vehicle. The State does nothing for the victim. As the statistics on repeat offenders reveal, the driver is easily returned to the road.

Jail time, community service and fines appear to do little to significantly dissuade drunk drivers.

Not all drunk drivers suffer from alcoholism. Those that do have a serious group of professionals and dedicated recovered alcoholics to help them. What about the vehicle?

Without a vehicle the drunk is

less dangerous to society. Why not have all Vermont drivers use the road with the clear understanding that the State will confiscate the vehicle used to commit this crime.

First time, no exceptions.

It doesn’t matter who owns it.

If it’s the weapon of choice, it’s gone. If it has any value, sell it and help pay for the medical costs or funeral expenses of the victim(s).

Or help pay for the treatment of the criminals. But please, let’s not have more of the same.

Patrick Stine MD Cornwall

Addison Independent, Monday, December 19, 2016 — PAGE 5

Trump’s postions on education reform are concerning Education was in the shadows Will funding be slashed? Since these during the presidential election. rules were a year in the making, And, divining the directions of the any new balancing of compromises incoming administration requires would be slow. penetrating a translucent fog. The The elimination of the Department task is compounded of Education: Trump by what the media has called for the euphemistically calls elimination of the the president-elect’s federal education penchant of “walking agency, which elicits a back” strong earlier good deal of applause. statements.

Ringing Yet, to implement declarative statements his plans, Trump will evaporate beneath need a department to milquetoast assurances. get them done. With Nevertheless, there members of both are some points with houses and both parties greater clarity. But calling for greater state whether these will be authority, expect the implemented, modified, federal foot-print to rejected by Congress shrink. or simply wither away Common Core This week’s writer taxes the power of my curriculum: Trump has is William J. Mathis, crystal ball. called the Common Here are the managing director Core a disaster and most prominent of of the National secretary-designee Trump’s education Education Policy DeVos concurs. Driven Center and a Goshen by proclamations: congressional Charter schools: resident. objections to Candidate Trump said “federal over-reach,” he would invest $20 billion in curriculum initiatives will likely charter schools. This is the center- wane. And since the $20 billion piece proposal, which I address for charter schools will have to be below. found by cutting other programs, Scuttling the Reauthorization expect Common Core and programs of the Elementary and Secondary without strong constituencies to be Education Act (aka-NCLB): With on the block. much fanfare, the long-delayed, biSecretary of Education designee: partisan reauthorization of the flag- In the nomination of Betsy DeVos ship federal education law took place as Secretary of Education, we see last year. The new implementation the elevation of a person with great rules were approved in November wealth, considerable political skills, but will the Trump administration deeply religious convictions and a pull these agreements and start over? reputation as a pit bull for advancing

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charter schools. She is a lobbyist, a former state chair of the Republican party and a philanthropist — who has contributed $1.2 billion to privatizing education, Christian organizations and conservative think-tanks. Her husband is the Amway heir and her brother is the founder of Blackwater.

As the nation’s chief executive officer for public schools, she has no credentials whatsoever. She has never attended a public school, has no academic background in the field, her children have never attended a public school and she has never held a position in a school district.

To appoint a cabinet officer with no relevant training or experience to the nation’s top job in the field has stunned prominent educators.

Her husband and she are credited with being the driving force behind Michigan’s charter school law. They have also been tagged with the poor performance of these same schools.

The New York Times said DeVos, “is partly responsible for what even charter [school] advocates acknowledge is the biggest school reform disaster in the country.” The Times also reports she has steered money away from public schools.

She has spoken plainly about increasing the role of Christianity in the public schools (which raises substantial constitutional problems).

Charter schools: As Trump has said he wants to invest $20 billion in charter schools, what do we know about these schools? They are the most prominent type of private school and have been authorized in 40 states. There is a massive

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Despite claims of innovation, charters employ the same methods and thus, the results are similar.

Fraud and mismanagement is concentrated among charter chains.

In terms of diluting resources, Trump has said he would take the $20 billion from other programs. To put this in perspective, the federal appropriation for needy children (Title I) is $15 billion and another $13 billion is set aside for special education. This would have a devastating effect on other programs and is a reverse Robin Hood strategy.

From the perspective of a

democratic society, the greatest danger is in segregative effects.

More affluent parents may put their personal funds with government funds to attend a more prestigious school. This is not an option available to less wealthy parents.

The research on selection effects is that schools segregate by economic level and by race. This raises Constitutional issues.

Will any of these things get done?

Paradoxically, there is a chance that relatively little will get done.

Republicans are on record as wanting to cut the federal influence over education and return educational issues to the states. They are also on record as wanting to control or reduce federal spending.

Charter popularity may be waning as Massachusetts voters just sank a charter expansion bill on a 2-1 vote.

Georgians just defeated a state takeover bill. Politically, advocates for the handicapped and the needy will make their voices heard. Then there is the one constant — the federal government has always underfunded education. But what will actually happen? Everyone’s crystal ball is murky.

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Sing a song

NORTH FERRISBURGH UNITED Methodist Church’s intergenerational team took a group to carol at elderly housing and nursing homes in Vergennes on Sunday, Dec. 4.

The youngest caroler was seven months old and the oldest carolers were in their 80s. A wonderful time was had by all and many of the audience members joined in the singing.

Mt. Abe (Continued from Page 1) Barewicz said school administrators wanted to be financially responsible and build a budget around the real cost of building restoration rather than pass a bond and wonder where the payment would come from.

“It really allows us to be more intentional,” she said.

“We know the building has significant needs. We’ve put a significant amount of resources into the facility just to maintain it as it is. And so it’s really about communicating that it is more fiscally responsible to actually go through the bond process, significantly upgrade and renovate the school, rather than just bleed the budget slowly year after year just to

maintain the status quo.”

The costs and disruptions of the kinds of emergency repairs that can come with an aging facility were brought front and center for the Mount Abe community earlier this fall when plumbing leaks destroyed the gym floor. Organizers of PE classes, sports practices and school and community events had to scramble for other locations or reschedule as work progressed from October through the first part of December.

The cost of those emergency repairs is estimated to be roughly $165,000, Barewicz said. But she emphasized that it’s premature to give final numbers as related work is still being done.

“We don’t have final numbers yet.

The floor was just barely finished yesterday,” she said.

Even with the floor itself finished, Barewicz explained that one of the school’s locker rooms is still torn up as workers “examine the pipes and make sure that we don’t jeopardize the floor with any issue.”

Funds to repair the gym floor and leaking plumbing were allocated from an emergency fund.

Gym floor aside, Barewicz said that it’s open knowledge that the building needs repairs for such things as removing asbestos, repairing or replacing plumbing in other areas, repairing electricity, and continuing to upgrade ventilation.

At its Nov. 11 meeting, the Mount

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Abe school board formed a building happens we are able to provide that,” renovation study committee. The she said. “When you think about the board will better define the committee hidden curriculum, students respond and its charge at the next to the facility and it really meeting, taking into does show how much we “There is no account how to best value them.” incorporate and build on wiggle room LEVEL FUNDING the work of the previous in this budget.

In a detailed interview study committee. In I enjoy being with the Independent, November 2014, voters a visionary Barewicz explained defeated a $33 million and achieving that her overall goal bond to renovate Mount this year is to craft a it in a very Abe. fiscally conservative, Right now Barewicz conservative, level-service spending emphasized the thoughtful plan that maintains the importance of the two way.” integrity of educational budget options as a — Jessica programming. way to engage the “There is no wiggle Barewicz community, so that room in this budget,” spending on the facility can come Barewicz said. “I enjoy being a about through thoughtful, long- visionary and achieving it in a very range planning, rather than just conservative, thoughtful way.” responding to emergencies.

Without a bond payment, “Students deserve a safe and Barewicz’s preliminary spending functional learning environment. So plan would call for voters to approve (See Budget, Page 7) it’s making sure that no matter what

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Budget (Continued from Page 6) $12,346,076 in spending for the fiscal year beginning next July 1.

This amount represents a close to 8 percent drop from the $13,389,914 voters approved last year.

With a bond payment, Barewicz’ preliminary spending plan asks voters to approve $13,096,076, a 2 percent drop from last year’s budget.

After factoring in an early projection of revenues, the “no bond” budget would result in a 0.5 percent increase in the amount to be raised by taxes over last year. The “$20 million bond” budget would result in a 7.17 percent increase in the amount to be raised by taxes.

This year, the central office has created simplified budget categories to be used at all five elementary schools in the Addison Northeast towns of Bristol, Starksboro, Monkton, New Haven and Lincoln. The Teaching and Learning category covers teaching staff. Student Support Services covers guidance counselors, school-based clinicians and the like. The Co-Curricular category is for all afterschool sports, clubs and activities. Leadership and Business covers a range of items, including administration and facilities.

Purchased Services covers such items as special education, food services and transportation that are now handled through the central office.

Using these categories, this year’s budget makes no more than micro-

Budgeting gives insights into new principal shifts in the Teaching and Learning, Student Support Services, and CoCurricular categories. Spending on Teaching and Learning is down by $19,187, Student Services is down by $15,980 and Co-Curricular spending is up by $21,794.

Barewicz emphasized that her plan is to keep teaching staff at current levels. And she explained that what looks like a slight decrease in Teaching and Learning dollars has more to do with how actual numbers shifted as teachers retired or moved on over the past year.

The significant change in both versions of the budget are in facilities expenses, under the Leadership and Business category.

The “no bond budget” proposes a spending increase of $146,830.

The “$20 million bond” budget proposes a spending increase of $896,830.

One important footnote to this year’s numbers: Projected revenue appears to about $900,000 lower than last year. “Purchased Services” appear to be about $1.2 million lower. These seemingly huge changes (which in effect cancel each other out) result from a change in accounting methods that now routes things like federal special education funds directly through the central office rather than in a round about way through schools first and then the central office and then back to the schools.

Reporter Gaen Murphree is reached at gaenm@ addisonindependent.com.

By GAEN MURPHREE BRISTOL — This is the first year that Jessica Barewicz has built a budget for Mount Abraham Union High School. She started as principal last summer.

Barewicz’s approach to crafting the FY2018 budget gives the community a window into the new principal’s approach to school leadership.

Barewicz was hired last spring after a nationwide search that brought in 31 applicants. She comes to Mount Abe from U-32 High School in Montpelier, where she was an assistant principal.

Her budgeting process, Barewicz said, has emphasized “really making sure I knew the budget in and out and engaged with all faculty to understand where the priorities were.”

Barewicz continued, “The budget really reflects that kind of pause button for this year. It can be disrespectful for a leader to come in and make too many assumptions about the state of the school, what the needs of the students are, what the community will support. So let’s make sure we understand the whole picture before we start rearranging the smaller pieces.”

But alongside this deep listening, Barewicz brings a big vision for Mount Abe and has established collaborative work groups to take on big picture changes affecting academics and school culture.

JESSICA BAREWICZ Notably, behavior problem referrals this year are down 46 percent over 2015-2016. Whereas last year saw repeated staff turnover in the school’s Planning Room (the place kids go to chill out and “make a plan” to change destructive behaviors), this year Barewicz created/reinstated a dean of students position (part of the administrative line up under previous principal Andy Kepes).

Leading discipline efforts as the new dean is long-time math teacher Justin Bouvier. As a small but significant part of this shift, administration and teachers are now on hand welcoming and

greeting students as they begin each school day.

Work is also under way to implement proficiencybased graduation requirements (mandated at the state level) and to create a call-back system that creates time during the school day rather than after school to give kids extra academic support (employed for some years at Vergennes Union High School).

She’s also begun work to create a “Learning Commons” around the school library.

Given the turnover in the head office in recent years, Barewicz emphasized that she is committed to Mount Abe and the five-town communities over the long haul.

“The reason why I really wanted to be here and chose to be here is that I believe this is a really vibrant five-town community,” she said.

“The community is incredibly engaged, we have a very strong faculty and our student body is really amazing.

“I take this position with great responsibility, and would not have chosen to be here if I would not make good on the promise to really stick it out. Right now we’re doing the strategic planning, the visioning process. The fun work comes later when you actually get to implement and make the strongest possible system for this community.”

Reporter Gaen Murphree is reached at gaenm@ addisonindependent.com.

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Blood drive in Middlebury. Monday, Dec. 19, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Middlebury EMS Building, 55 Collins Drive. The Red Cross urges blood donation as one last gift to give this holiday season.

Holiday celebration in Lincoln. Monday, Dec. 19, 3:30 p.m., Lincoln Library. Join us as we delve into the Grinch’s deceitful attempt at stopping Christmas as we celebrate this holiday of joy and peace with treats from Who-ville. Everyone is welcome. Info: 4532665.

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Winter solstice gathering in Bristol. Wednesday, Dec. 21, 5:308 p.m., Waterworks Property, 4783 Plank Road, Bristol. Come one, come all to the annual Winter Solstice gathering at the Waterworks property in Bristol. Follow a trail of luminaries to the Norton Brook Reservoir and join the festivities — bonfire, potluck, music

by Rick Cebellos and friends, community singing and solstice pageantry. Bring a potluck dish to share, musical instrument, flashlight and plenty of layers and boots. Please leave pets at home.

Benefit concert in Middlebury. Wednesday, Dec. 21, 7-8:15 p.m., Middlebury United Methodist Church. The sixth annual benefit concert and hymn sing for the Charter House Coalition will feature a variety of seasonal

Winter solstice

COME ONE, COME all to the annual Winter Solstice gathering at the Waterworks property in Bristol (4783 Plank Road) on Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 5:30-8 p.m. Follow a trail of luminaries to the Norton Brook Reservoir and join the festivities — bonfire, potluck, music, community singing and solstice pageantry. Bring a potluck dish to share, musical instrument, flashlight and plenty of layers and boots. Please leave pets at home. music including traditional offerings as well as more contemporary works. Admission is free. An offering will be taken to support the housing and feeding programs at Charter House. Info: Tom Colley, atrscolley@aol. com.

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Noonday concert in Middlebury.

Thursday, Dec. 22, 12:15-12:45 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St. George Matthew Jr. in a recital of Advent and Christmas organ music. Event is free. Bring a lunch and enjoy the music.

Christmas candlelight service in Starksboro. Thursday, Dec. 22, 7:30 p.m., Starksboro Village Meeting House. The annual Starksboro village meeting house Christmas candlelight service will be held with the Rev. John Burbank leading the program of lessons and carols. Pianist Lois Burbank will be accompanied by Daniel Phillips on violin and vocalist Joanne Russell.

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Hannukah story time in Lincoln.

Friday, Dec. 23, 10:30 a.m., Lincoln Library. A special visitor will share traditions with us along with stories, songs, snack and a craft.

Lumen in Bristol. Friday, Dec. 23, 5.pm., downtown Bristol. Come to Lumen, Bristol’s celebration of fire and light.

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THE SIXTH ANNUAL benefit concert and hymn sing for the Charter House Coalition on Dec. 21, from 7-8:15 p.m. at the Middlebury United Methodist Church will feature a variety of seasonal music including traditional offerings and more contemporary works. An offering will be taken to support the housing and feeding programs at Charter House. Free.

SATURDAY

Christmas Eve service in Shoreham. Saturday, Dec. 24, 5 p.m., Shoreham Congregational Church. The Shoreham Congregational Church will celebrate a traditional Christmas Eve service in the sanctuary. The Rev. Christina Del Piero will lead the service of carols, candles and a spiritual message.

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17th annual Tiger alumni hockey games in Middlebury. Friday, Dec. 30, 5:15-10:45 p.m., Memorial Sports Auditorium Center in Middlebury. First game: women’s alumni hockey game 5:156:45 p.m.; second game: the legends of Tiger hockey (slower game) 7-8:45 p.m.; third game: future legends of Tiger hockey (faster game) 9-10:45 p.m. $25 recommended donation per player. If you have questions email or call Dan McIntosh at fngdan@mac.com or 388-3444.

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Best Night in Bristol. Saturday, Dec. 31, 5 p.m., First Baptist Church of Bristol. The First Baptist Church of Bristol is offering a homemade soup supper with special breads and brownies. There are a variety of soups and chili to choose from. Enjoy the music and warm up with a soup supper.

The Grift in Middlebury. Saturday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m., Town Hall Theater. The best band and best brew in New England come together on the region’s biggest dance floor for a New Year’s Eve Party. The Otter Creek Brewing folks will serve some of their newest beers and The Grift is guaranteed to get you on your feet. Doors open at 8 p.m., band starts at 9 p.m. Tickets $15 advance, $18 at the door, and may be purchased at www.townhalltheater.org, 382-9222, or at the THT Box Office Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m.

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First day bird hike in Ferrisburgh. Sunday, Jan. 1, 9 a.m., Button Bay State Park. Otter Creek Audubon Society invites you to combine the tradition of New Year’s Day birding trips with a First Day Hike to walk the trails in search of overwintering birds.

Check out our A+E Section in Thursday’s paper to fill in the holes in your schedule!

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The Brother Brothers (David and Adam Moss) in Ripton. Saturday, Jan. 7, 7 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

The Matt Flinner Trio in Ripton. Saturday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m., Ripton Community Coffee House.

Labor historian talk in Middlebury. Wednesday, Jan. 4, 7 p.m., Ilsley Public Library. Labor historian Annelise Orleck will recount the struggle for welfare rights by Las Vegas women in the 1970s in a talk titled “What if Poor Women Ran the World?” Orleck is a professor of history at Dartmouth College.

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Senior meal in Bristol. Thursday, Jan. 5, noon, First Baptist Church of Bristol. The menu is baked ham, mashed potatoes, carrots, homemade rolls and banana cream pie. Suggested donation $4. Come early and talk with friends and make new ones. Call 453-5276 a week ahead to be on the list.

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Green Mountain Club hike in Charlotte. Saturday, Jan. 7, Mt. Philo State Park. Hike or snowshoe this easy, 2-3 mile hike, which is dog-friendly. Contact Mike Greenwood at mike802vt@ comcast.net or 349-5653. Info: www.gmcbreadloaf.org.

Young adventurers club in Waltham. Saturday, Jan. 7, 9 a.m., Buck Mountain. Come to the animal winter picnic at Buck Mountain.

While the pace is geared toward younger adventurers (ages 4-8), everyone is welcome. Call or email YAC leader Lauren Bierman for meeting location and details at 3497498 or laurenbiermanrn@gmail.com. Info: www.gmcbreadloaf.org.

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SPORTS Co-ed volleyball in Middlebury. Pick-up games Monday, 7-9 p.m., Middlebury Municipal Gym. Jack Brown, 388-2502; Bruce at Middlebury Recreation Department, 388-8103.

Family tennis court time in Middlebury. Sundays, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Middlebury Indoor Tennis. Family play drop-in offers families a chance to play together. Equipment is provided. Open to all levels of play. Info: Erin Morrison, emorrison@acafvt.org.

CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS ACT (Addison Central Teens). Drop-in hours during the school years: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 3-6 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday, 3-7 p.m. 94 Main St. (Middlebury Town Office building), below rec. gym. Teen drop-in space for kids. Hang out with friends, play pool, watch movies, and eat great food. Baking: every Thursday from 3:30-5 p.m. Info: 388-3910 or www.addisonteens.com.

Addison County Amateur Radio Association. Sunday, 8 p.m. On the air on club repeater 147.36/147.96 MHz, 100 Hz access tone.

Nonmembers and visitors welcome.

Addison County Emergency Planning Committee. Last Wednesday, 5 p.m. State Police Barracks. Public invited.

Addison County Republican Party. Third Friday, 7 p.m., Ilsley Library, Middlebury. 8972744.

American Legion Auxiliary Post 27. Fourth Monday, 7 p.m. American Legion, Wilson Road, Middlebury.

Addison County Council Against Domestic and Sexual Violence. Fourth Tuesday, noon1:30 p.m. Addison County Courthouse in Middlebury. 388-9180.

Brandon Lions Club. First and third Tuesday, 7 p.m., Brandon Senior Center.

Brandon Senior Citizen Center. 1591 Forest Dale Road. 247-3121.

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by Greg Pahl Borders, when Tom and with Bristol Best Night, Janet will bring love, a gathering of friends, laughter and magic to neighbors and some of young and old alike. That will be the region’s top performing artists.

The evening’s activities begin at 4 followed by Sweet Transition, a p.m. in Holley Hall, 1 South Street, talented a cappella group from

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Mount Abraham Union High School, at 6 p.m.; a Coffeehouse Stage featuring local musicians and talent from the Five Town region at 7 p.m.

The evening will culminate with the Holley Hall All-Stars, bringing together talented players from Mogani, Greenbush, Gumbo YaYa and the Doughboys, beginning at 9 p.m. to play a funky, jazzy mix for dancing in the New Year. Light snacks and refreshments will be

available at Holley Hall.

Across the green at 5 p.m. in the Bristol Baptist Church, 10 Park Street, John Dickason with Glenn Goodwin, members of The Hip Replacements and Gumbo YaYa, will perform a mostly original set of music from Dickason’s catalogue of originals. Then, at 6 p.m., it’s on to The Vermont Ukulele Society, who will play an entertaining mix of lively tunes for your enjoyment.

At 7 p.m., catch the Last Train to Zinkov, the father and son team of David and Nathan Gusakov, who blur the line between classical and Folk music. Finally, at 8 p.m., Eric Bessette, Brennan Gervia and the Jazz Jam will perform. Eric Bessette, of Bessette Quartet and the Sidewinders, leads a Jazz band featuring vocalist Brennan Gervia, a 2014 graduate of Mount Abraham Union High School and currently a sophomore at Berklee College of Music in Boston.

At the Walkover Gallery, 15 Main Street, beginning at 5 p.m., celebrants can take in the sounds of Womensing. Addison County’s (See Arts Beat, Page 11)

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The Grift at Town Hall Theater

Arts Beat (Continued from Page 10) beloved a cappella group returns to Walkover with a special treat.

Two past members will return for a reunion concert, bringing back many of the old favorite songs that audiences have come to love over the years. Join them for spirited music from all over the world.

Then at 6 p.m., Annie Nessen Voorhees and Nate Gusakov (both veterans of local performances Night Fires and Marrowbone) will bring to life an ancient Czech folk tale, The Mouse-Hole and the Underground Kingdom. The story will be accompanied by instrumental and vocal music from both storytellers.

They will be followed at 7 p.m.

by Va-et-vient, performing a rich variety of French, Québecois, and Cajun music. Carol Reed, vocals and guitar, Suzanne Germain, vocals and percussion and Lausanne Allen, vocals, fiddles, flutes and mandolins, have backgrounds rich in French cultures and language.

Finally, at 8 p.m., DaddyLongLegs hits the stage. DaddyLongLegs is the confluence of three well known Vermont musicians — Rick Ceballos, David Gusakov and Matt Witten — whose talents merge to form a dynamic and highly original traditional Folk trio.

Best Night is a project of the Watershed Center. It’s a once-ayear opportunity to get out and celebrate the season, see good friends, and make new ones while enjoying the best of our area’s lively local arts scene. There’s plenty for everyone young and old at this annual community-wide gala. Join the fun and festivities in downtown Bristol.

Children under 12 and seniors 75 or over get in free. Admitting buttons for everyone else are $10 in advance, $12 at the door, and are available at local shops in Bristol and also at the door on the 31st. For more information and a complete schedule of events visit bestnight. org.

TWO BROTHERS TAVERN There will be one live music performance this week at Two Brothers Tavern in Middlebury.

Join Two Brothers this Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 9 p.m. for The Open Mic, an evening of music, comedy or anything else. Two Brothers Lounge is a laid back atmosphere where collaborations and libations fuel creativity. Alternately hosted by Mark Sikora and Kai Stanley, come cheer on your friends or let loose on the stage. It’s free to enter and there is no cover charge.

There will also be an Open Mic next week, on Wednesday, Dec. 28, at the same time and location. For more information, call 388-0002.

NEW YEAR’S EVE AT THT Two local favorites — The Grift and Otter Creek Brewing — will team up at Middlebury’s Town Hall Theater, located at 68 South Pleasant Street, for a rockin’ New Year’s Eve Party next week on Saturday, Dec. 31.

“We’ve had great bands here on past New Year’s Eves,” says THT’s Doug Anderson, “but we’ve never been able to get The Grift, as they’ve always been in demand for huge events at ski resorts. But we nabbed them this year and it’s a great thing for all of us.”

A dance party is particularly exciting at THT. When the seats and risers are removed it creates one of the largest dance floors in the area.

The evening is sponsored by Otter Creek Brewing, and will feature specials on their new beers throughout the night.

The doors will open at 8 p.m., an opening act will get things started, and The Grift will take the stage at 9 p.m. A free midnight champagne toast, a tradition at THT, will ring in the New Year.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door, and may be purchased at townhalltheater.org, 382-9222, at the THT box office (MondaySaturday, noon to 5 p.m.) and at the door.

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The 12 days (and trees) of Christmas

THE HENRY SHELDON Museum of Vermont History has a special holiday raffle and display of 12 Christmas trees decorated by local artists. The raffle is open until Dec. 20 at 5 p.m. Pictured here are trees decorated by, clockwise from top left, Sarah Pope; Sarah Stahl; Bobbie Brooker and Deb Wilkinson; Warren Kimble; and Nancie Dunn.

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Students of the Week from area High Schools Otter Valley Union High School Mount Abraham Union High School Otter Valley Union High School is pleased to announce Ghislaine Robin as its Student of the Week. Ghislaine lives in Florence with her parents, Joel and Bernadette Robin.

Ghislaine’s sister Grace is an LNA at Porter, her brother Grant is a radiation therapist in Chicago, and her brother Garrett is studying theatre and political science at Castleton University.

Ghislaine is in the National Honor Society and has made the honor roll a few times throughout high school. As a junior, she was recognized for excellence in French 3 and AP Chemistry. This year she is in AP Literature, AP Euro and AP Calculus.

Currently, Ghislaine is a captain on the varsity girls’ tennis team, and has been on the team since freshman year. She has also been a member of Student Council since freshman year and has been class vice president for three out of the four years of high school and is currently the social manager of Student Council.

Ghislaine is in the upcoming production of “The Producers” as the character Hold Me-Touch Me. As a junior, she was the Junior Representative of Walking Stick Theatre and is now secretary of the Theatre Department. She’s been doing theatre at Otter Valley since the Ghislaine Robin seventh grade and has loved every minute of it. In August of 2015, she O.V.U.H.S. traveled to the largest arts festival in the world in Edinburgh, Scotland, and is thankful she was able to travel there with the wonderful theatre department.

Ghislaine is a volunteer at Rutland Regional Medical Center, and also volunteers as a teen courier every Friday evening, since January of 2016. For the past five years she has also been working for her father, who is self employed.

Outside of school, Ghislaine enjoys stargazing, traveling, fashion and film. She has had wonderful opportunities to travel to five countries with her father through Walking Stick Theatre. She has been to France a few times and would love to live there one day.

Ghislaine has learned that being open-minded is an important quality. She thinks staying true to yourself is important, but you should always be willing to take part in new opportunities. She also believes a good sense of humor is an admirable quality to have and can help you get through tough times.

After high school, Ghislaine plans on attending college. She has applied to the University of New Mexico, UVM, Rutgers, and Illinois Tech, and will most likely be majoring in Astrophysics and French.

Teacher Mr. Hull says, “Ghislaine has been an active leader in the Walking Stick Theatre for several years.

Her hard work and determination allow her to shine both onstage and off.”

Mount Abraham Union High School is pleased to announce Ernesta “Nesta” McIntosh as its Student of the Week. Nesta lives in Lincoln with her parents, Jim and Wendy McIntosh.

Nesta has taken AP Biology and AP U.S. History and is also currently enrolled in AP Art. She has achieved academic excellence and been on either the high or highest honor roll all of her years at Mt. Abe. Nesta has participated in the following activities during her high school years: varsity soccer 9-12; Nordic skiing 10-12; and Scholars Bowl 11-12.

Currently Nesta works at Tourterelle Restaurant and Inn as a runner and helps cater weddings during the summer and fall. She also enjoys helping out with Young Life activities.

Outside of school, Nesta enjoys soccer, hiking and skiing.

Nesta has always been inspired by the quote, “A day without laughter is a day wasted,” by Charlie Chaplin. Throughout high school she has learned that it is important to find the fun in all situations and be grateful for every moment. Time goes by fast and it is essential to be able to live in the moment and find joy and laughter every day.

After high school, Nesta plans to attend college.

Ernesta McIntosh Teacher Addie Thompson said, “Nesta stands out in my mind as a M.A.U.H.S. remarkable young woman for a number of reasons. She carries within in her such great potential. When Nesta is passionate about something, as she is about soccer and bringing laughter and light to the world, there is an indefinable spark in her eyes. I have seen her become so passionate about something she is writing or thinking that she cannot wait to share. Her enthusiasm is contagious and her smile and willingness to bring fun to even the most mundane of tasks both on the field and in the classroom are beyond compare. She is a leader in the classroom, often making learning more engaging for both herself and others. Nesta has a unique ability to understand the importance of her education while bringing laughter to all of her academic endeavors.”

Coach Bonnie Huizenga said, “Nesta is such a positive asset to the soccer team and anyone she is around.

Whenever you see her, whether it is on the field, in the halls or even in the community she is self assured, confident and always upbeat with that infectious smile and laughter! What a great role model.”

AP Art Teacher Elise Cleary used the following words/phrases to describe Nesta: “bright, athletic, curious, happy, talented, great sense of humor, willing to take risks in order to grow, good artist with a strong sense of color and design, great smile and laugh, people like to be around her, her positive attitude is contagious, loves life.”

Otter Valley Students of the week receive a gift certificate from the Book & Leaf Bookstore. Mt. Abe Students receive a free pizza from Cubbers. Students of the Week from ALL area high schools will receive a gift certificate from Vermont Book Shop. Students of the Week are chosen by school teachers and administration.

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VUHS girls rally vs. Spartans falls short

By ANDY KIRKALDY VERGENNES — A fast start, a strong finish and solid defense weren’t quite enough for the Vergennes Union High School girls’ basketball team on Thursday, when visiting Winooski held off a late rally by the Commodores in their home opener to win, 36-33.

The 1-1 Commodores bolted to an 8-2 lead in the first 4:20, but then struggled to find a way through or hit shots over the Spartans’ 2-3 zone. Despite taking

VERGENNES UNION HIGH School senior Xzavia Berry shoots a jumper and scores two of her 12 points against Winooski last Thursday night. Berry also had six blocks and six rebounds in the Commodores’ 36-33 loss.

Score BOARD HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

Boys’ Hockey 12/14 Spaulding vs. MUHS......................4-2 Girls’ Hockey 12/17 MUHS at Beekmantown.....Postponed Boys’ Basketball 12/15 MSJ vs. OV.................................61-46 12/16 OV vs. Twin Valley......................37-35 12/16 S. Burlington vs. VUHS..............75-44 12/16 Fair Haven vs. Mt. Abe...............72-63 Girls’ Basketball 12/15 Winooski vs. VUHS....................36-33 12/17 MUHS vs. Winooski....................51-40

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good care of the ball — only 10 turnovers through three periods — they fell behind by 29-17 with 2:50 left in the third quarter after scoring only nine points in almost 18 minutes.

Then the Commodores surged.

Sophomore Morgan Lynk sank her second three-pointer of the quarter to make it 29-20. Senior center Xzavia Berry blocked a shot at the other end, and sophomore guard Ciara McClay grabbed the loose ball and fed senior guard

Caroline Johnston for a transition hoop. The Commodores forced a turnover, and senior guard Alyson Gebo converted a second-chance hoop in the lane after a Johnston offensive rebound.

Even though Spartan guard Lydia Nattress sank a three to close the quarter and make it 32-24, the Commodores had their confidence back.

In part, Coach Billy Waller said, a switch to a full-court press helped the Commodores get their

feet moving, and got the Spartans out of synch — they scored only seven points in the final 10:50 and went scoreless for the first 7:10 of the fourth period.

“Once we pressed I think it changed things, and made them rush a little more,” said VUHS Coach Waller.

The Commodores still struggled to score, but kept plugging.

“I thought there was no quit,” Waller said.

Johnston, who gave the Commodores a lift off the bench with six points, five rebounds, two steals and two assists, opened the fourth quarter with a jumper to make it 32-26. Although VUHS went scoreless for the next four minutes, they kept Winooski at bay with two more blocks from Berry (who stuffed the stat sheet with 12 points, 16 rebounds, six blocks and four steals) and steals from senior forward Becca Maloy and senior guard Shay Pouliot (four steals in all).

Pouliot hit a free throw at 3:49 to break the ice and make it 32-27.

After back-to-back steals by Berry, she converted an inbounds play in the lane, with McClay picking up one of her three assists. Johnston then stole the ball at the other end, and the Commodores worked the ball to Berry, who was fouled and sank two free throws at 2:16 to make it 32-31.

After another Spartan turnover, the Commodores went to the line with a chance to take the lead, but missed both. After yet another Berry swat of a Winooski shot, a McClay jumper just missed, and at the other end the Spartans finally scored: Forward Mariah Metivier laid in her ninth and 10th points on a nice pass from Riley Corrigan at 9:50.

Berry answered immediately in the post. The Commodores soon got the ball back with 26 seconds left with a chance to take the lead, but lost the ball. Nattress then iced the win with two free throws at 0:32.

The Commodores had taken their 8-2 first-quarter lead on two Berry hoops, a coast-to-coast sprint by McClay and a jumper

by Lynk, who finished with eight (See Basketball, Page 19)

VERGENNES UNION HIGH School senior Shay Pouliot, left, looks for an open teammate during the Commodores’ loss to Winooski last Thursday night.

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Addison Independent, Monday, December 19, 2016 — PAGE 19

Basketball

Sports BRIEFS

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MUHS girls claim opener

“They’ll learn to get it off a little quicker with a little more confidence, because when they have space they can knock down some shots ... You can’t be hesitant, especially when teams are packing it in.”

WINOOSKI — The Middlebury Union High School girls’ basketball team opened its season on Saturday by defeating host Winooski, 51-40.

The Tigers pulled away in the second half after the Spartans trailed by just four at the break, 2319.

Keagan Dunbar scored 15 of her 26 points in the first half, and MUHS got more offensive balance in outscoring Winooski after the break, 27-20. Amna Cicak’s 11 points led the 1-1 Spartans, who were coming off a tight win at Vergennes (see story.)

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points. But the Spartans closed the quarter on an 6-0, with four points from Nattress, to take the lead.

The Spartans then outscored the Commodores, 13-6, in what proved to be a pivotal second period. Corrigan scored twice, and five Spartans had a hoop apiece.

The Commodores found it difficult to penetrate the zone or shoot over the taller Spartans.

Waller said he expects them to find the outside shooting range as the season progresses, and when they do it will create more room inside for Berry.

“They’ll learn to get it off a little quicker with a little more confidence, because when they have space they can knock down some shots,” Waller said. “You can’t be hesitant, especially when teams are packing it in. Otherwise we’ll never get the ball into Xzavia.”

Metivier inside and Lynk from behind the arc exchanged hoops to open the second to make it 23-17, and then Spartan forward Amna Cicak scored twice inside in a 6-0 run as her team took its 29-17 lead that proved to be just enough to hold off the Commodores. That lead could have been bigger, but VUHS sophomore forward Breanna De Smit recorded two of her four blocks in that stretch.

The Commodores were coming off a one-sided win in their opener at Harwood, and although Waller said there remains work to be done — including seeing his team remember to focus fully for 32 minutes — he likes what he has seen so far.

“It’s just little things. I still think were eons ahead of where we were at this point last year,” he said, adding, “Overall, for a second game, I’m not displeased with it.”

Tiger gymnasts edge Randolph

COMMODORE SENIOR REBECCA Maloy drives along the baseline during last Thursday’s game against Winooski.

Independent photos/Trent Campbell

MIDDLEBURY — The Middlebury Union High School gymnastics team opened its season on Wednesday by edging visiting Randolph, 113.9-107.4.

Chloe Kane paced the Tigers by winning two events, while Lian McGarry won once.

Fair Haven freshman Julianna Williams trains with the Tigers but competes as an independent.

The results in each event were: VAULT: 1. Kane (M), 8.3; 2.

McGarry (M) and Julianna Williams (non-scoring independent), 7.9.

BARS: 1. McGarry (M), 6.3; 2.

Aly Chione (M) and Lilly Myrick (R), 6.2.

BEAM: 1. Courtney Clement (R), 8.05; 2. Carly Burger (M), 7.95; 3.

Anna Buteau (M), 7.8.

FLOOR: 1. Kane (M), 7.8; 2.

Myrick (R), 7.7; 3. Williams, 7.4.

ALL-AROUND: 1. Myrick (R), 29.15; 2. Dakota Browder (R), 23.85.

Boys’ hockey falls to Tide

COMMODORE SOPHOMORE CIARA McClay races up the court.

COMMODORE SENIOR CAROLINE avoids a block while shooting.

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BARRE — Host Spaulding defeated the Middlebury Union High School boys’ hockey team on Wednesday, 4-2, in a Division I matchup.

The Tigers dropped to 0-2, 0-1 in D-I play, and will look to bounce back on Tuesday at Lake Placid, N.Y., in a non-league game.

The Tide (3-0) took a 3-0 lead as Denver Heath scored three times.

Brad Romeo chipped in a goal and set up all three of Heath’s strikes.

The Tigers got back into the game on goals by Andrew Gleason and Kolby Farnsworth, and Jake Peluso picked up an assist.

Cody Gosselin made 13 saves for Spaulding, and Jeffrey Stearns stopped 19 shots for the Tigers.

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Boys’ hoop: OV the only winner ADDISON COUNTY — In high school boys’ basketball action late last week, Otter Valley split a pair of games, while Vergennes and Mount Abraham came up short.

Middlebury was idle. The Tigers will host OV on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

OTTERS On Thursday, former three-year varsity Otter player Kai Norwood poured in a game-high 23 points as Mount St. Joseph knocked off OV, 61-46 in the first round of Proctor’s season-opening fourteam tournament. Jelani Williams added 20 for the Mounties.

Dylan Mackie scored 18 to lead the Otters, Derek Aines added 10, and Payson Williams chipped in eight.

On Friday, the Otters evened their record at 1-1 by hanging on for a 37-35 victory over Twin Valley in the tournament consolation game. Coach Greg Hughes gave credit to the Otters for grinding out the win. Aines led OV with 17 points.

The Otters play at Mount Abe

on Thursday as well as at MUHS on Tuesday.

EAGLES On Friday, host Fair Haven defeated the Eagles, 72-63 in a competitive game that was the Slaters’ season opener. Darren Brown (25) and Cam Coloutti (16) paced the Slaters.

Four players reached double figures for the 1-1 Eagles: Chris Wood (17), Jackson Counter (12), Jack Willis (11) and Coleman Russell (10).

Mount Abe plays at Winooski this Monday before hosting the Otters at 7 p.m. on Thursday.

COMMODORES On Friday, visiting South Burlington (2-0) ran past the Commodores, 75-44. The Rebels broke open the game with a 22-3 run to conclude the first half.

Lance Bergmans (13 points and 13 rebounds) and Adam Gill (15 points) led the Commodores, who dropped to 0-2 heading into games at Lake Region on Tuesday and Fairfax on Friday.

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Schedule HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Boys’ Hockey 12/20 MUHS at Lake Placid................6 p.m.

12/28 Stowe at MUHS (Tourney).........7 p.m.

12/29 L. Placid at MUHS (Tourney).....7 p.m.

Girls’ Hockey 12/21 MUHS at Rutland.......................5 p.m.

12/28 C. Hawks at MUHS (Tourney).....5 p.m.

12/29 Spaulding at MUHS (Tourney).....5 p.m.

Boys’ Basketball 12/19 VUHS at Lake Region...............7 p.m.

12/19 Mt. Abe at Winooski...................7 p.m.

12/20 OV at MUHS..............................7 p.m.

12/22 OV at Mt. Abe............................7 p.m.

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Saturday, December 24 5:30 a.m. Green Mountain Care Board 9:30 a.m. Eckankar 10 a.m. Selectboard 2 p.m. Special Programming TBD 4 p.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. and through the night: Special Progamming Sunday, December 25 6 a.m. Special Programming TBD 9 a.m. Catholic Mass 9:30 a.m. Las Promesas de Dios 10 a.m. Green Mountain Veterans for Peace 11 a.m. Memorial Baptist Church Service 12:30 p.m. Special Programming TBD 4 p.m. Congregational Church Service 7 p.m. Catholic Mass 8:30 p.m. Eckankar 9 p.m. Green Mountain Care Board, Public Affairs Monday, December 26 5 a.m. Vermont Media Exchange 10 a.m. Selectboard 2 p.m. ACEDC, Public Affairs 4 p.m. Congregational Church 5:30 p.m. Lifelines 6 p.m. Community Bulletin Board 6:30 p.m. Special Programming TBD MCTV Channel 16 Tuesday, December 20 7 a.m. Energy, Climate Change: Visions, Path Forward 10:30 a.m. Chronique Francophone 11 a.m. Yoga – Mindfulness & Wellness 11:30 a.m. Yoga Sequence 11:50 a.m. StoryCraft - Filmmaking 12:30 p.m. ID#4 Board 1:30 p.m. UD#3 Board 2 p.m. ACSD Board 3:30 p.m. Hannnaford Career Center 8 p.m. Growing Bright Futures 8:30 p.m. The Story Matters

12/22 VUHS at Fairfax....................7:30 p.m.

12/23 MUHS at Mt. Anthony...........6:30 p.m.

12/27 MUHS at S. Burlington..............7 p.m.

12/27 Twinfield at VUHS......................7 p.m.

12/27 Randolph at Mt. Abe..................7 p.m.

12/28 Mt. Anthony at OV.....................7 p.m.

12/30 Mill River at VUHS.....................7 p.m.

12/30 OV at Windsor...........................7 p.m.

12/30 Winooski at Mt. Abe...................7 p.m.

Girls’ Basketball 12/19 Montpelier at VUHS...................7 p.m.

12/20 OV at Mt. Abe............................7 p.m.

12/20 MUHS at Fair Haven.................7 p.m.

12/21 VUHS at Winooski.....................7 p.m.

12/23 Harwood at VUHS.....................7 p.m.

12/23 Mt. Abe at FH Tourney..........3:30 p.m.

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12/26 Mt. Abe at F. Haven Tourn............TBD 12/27 Mill River at MUHS....................7 p.m.

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12/30&31.......... Mt. Abe at CVU Tournament Wrestling 12/20 MUHS at Spaulding...................6 p.m.

12/20 Mt. Abe at St. J..........................6 p.m.

12/22 VUHS at Mt. Mansfield..............6 p.m.

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Area Religious Holiday Services ADDISON COUNTY — Several Addison County-area churches have set their schedules for special Christmas events and services.

ADDISON The Addison Community Baptist Church will have a Christmas Eve candlelight service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.

BRANDON St. Mary’s Church will hold a Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., and a Christmas Day Mass on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m. A New Year’s Eve Mass will be held Saturday, Dec. 31, at 4 p.m., and a New Year’s Day Mass on Sunday, Jan. 1, at 10 a.m.

St. Thomas & Grace Episcopal Church will hold a Christmas Eve service Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. Children should arrive at 6:30 p.m. to prepare for their part in the service. Located on Route 7 in Brandon village.

BRIDPORT The Hope Community Fellowship will have a Christmas Day service at the Bridport Community Hall on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10:30 a.m.

St. Bernadette’s Church in Bridport will hold a New Year’s Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 31, at 7:30 p.m.

BRISTOL The First Baptist Church of Bristol will hold their family Christmas Eve candle lighting service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. There will be readings, carols and special music.

St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church will hold a Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5:15 p.m., and a Christmas Day Mass on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m.

The Bristol Christian Fellowship will have a regular worship service on Christmas morning, Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m.

CHARLOTTE The Charlotte Congregational Church will hold a Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, there will be a family service at 4:30 p.m. and a traditional candlelight service at 7 p.m. On Sunday, Dec. 25, there will be a Christmas Celebration with carols and story at 10 a.m.

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Church will hold Christmas Eve Masses on Saturday, Dec. 24, in several locations: at 4 p.m. at the Old Lantern, at 7 p.m. at St. Jude in Hinesburg, and at 10 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

Christmas Day Mass will be held on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m. at St. Jude in Hinesburg. New Year’s Eve Mass will be held on Saturday, Dec. 31, at 4 p.m. at St. Jude in Hinesburg.

And a New Year’s Day Mass will be held on Sunday, Jan. 1, at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. at OLMC, and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Jude in Hinesburg.

CORNWALL The First Congregational Church of Cornwall will hold a Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Mary Kay Schueneman will preside. The Christmas Morning Worship will be a shared worship with Weybridge Community Church at the Weybridge Church on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m.

EAST MIDDLEBURY The East Middlebury United Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Eve service presenting “The Gift” at 5 p.m. All are welcome.

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MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH IN MIDDLEBURY Middlebury will have a candle lighting service on Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, at 6:30 p.m.

FERRISBURGH The Ferrisburgh Center United Methodist Church will hold a Christmas Candlelight Service of

Lessons and Carols on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. There will be a Christmas morning worship on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m.

LEICESTER St. Agnes Church will hold a Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday,

Dec. 24, at 5:15 p.m.

LINCOLN The United Church of Lincoln will hold three candlelight Christmas Eve services on Saturday, Dec. 24: a 6:30 p.m. service with children’s pageant, an 8:30 p.m. traditional service, and an 11:30 p.m. service with carols, readings and Communion.

There will be a simple Christmas celebration service on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9:45 a.m.

MIDDLEBURY St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Middlebury will hold Christmas Eve Masses on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 and 9 p.m. A Christmas Day Mass will be held on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m. There will be a New Year’s Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 31, at 5:15 p.m., and a New Year’s Day Masses on Sunday, Jan. 1, at 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.

The Congregational Church of Middlebury will hold Christmas Eve services on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Both will include the lighting of candles. There will be a Christmas worship service on Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m.

Memorial Baptist Church in Middlebury will hold a Christmas Eve, Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m., there will be a candle-lighting service with carol singing, special music and visual presentation. There will be a brief, “come-as-you-are” morning service on Christmas Day, Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m.

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will hold a Christmas Eve pageant and Communion service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m.; and a Christmas Eve service with choral music at 10 (See Services, Page 23)

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Area Religious Holiday Services (Continued from Page 22) p.m. The Christmas Day service will take place Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10 a.m.

The Champlain Valley Unitarian Universalist Society will hold a Christmas Eve service on Saturday, Dec. 24, ending with candle lighting and the singing of “Silent Night”; at 5 p.m. there will be a Christmas Celebration for all ages, including a no-rehearsal Christmas pageant, with carols and youth choir; and at 7:30 p.m. a service titled “Unto You This Night a Child is Born.” Rev. Barnaby Feder and the CVUUS choir will lead our traditional service of carols, lessons and reflection, with special musical guests Bruce Douglas and Molly Pratt.

The Middlebury United Methodist Church is hosting a Longest Night Blue Christmas service on Wednesday, Dec. 21 in the church sanctuary at 5 p.m. This service is held on the winter solstice to serve as a light in the darkness for those who are struggling with loss, loneliness and grief in the holiday season. On Wednesday, Dec. 21, at 7 p.m. in the church sanctuary, the sixth annual Christmas Benefit Concert for Charter House will take place. Local artists from Addison County will perform vocal arrangements of their favorite holiday music. There will also be a hymn sing. A free will offering will be taken to support the warming shelter at Charter House. There will be a Christmas candlelight service

of lessons and carols on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. On Christmas morning, Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10:45 a.m., there will be worship with communion. All are welcome.

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NORTH FERRISBURGH The North Ferrisburgh United Methodist Church will offer two Christmas Eve services on Saturday, Dec. 24: at 5 p.m., a 45-minute family-friendly service that features carols and activities geared toward young children; and at 7:30 p.m. an hour-long traditional service with carols, the choir, sermon and candle lighting.

On Sunday, Dec. 25, there will be a Christmas Day service at 10 a.m. featuring 45 minutes of Christmas carols and fun.

PANTON The Panton Community Baptist Church will hold a Christmas Eve candlelight service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 6 p.m., and a Christmas Day service on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 10:30 a.m.

SALISBURY The annual Christmas candlelight service will be held at the Salisbury Congregational Church on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome. There will be no service on Sunday, Dec. 25, or Sunday, Jan. 1. Sunday services will resume on Sunday, Jan. 8, at 10 a.m.

SHOREHAM The Shoreham Congregational

Church will celebrate a traditional Christmas Eve Service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. Rev. Christina Del Piero will lead the service of Scripture readings, carols, an inspiring message, and the traditional candlelight ceremony. Special music will be provided by the choir, with featured singers Abby Adams and Jim Ellis, and distinguished guest organist Charles Callahan.

St. Genevieve’s Church in Shoreham will hold a Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m.

SOUTH STARKSBORO The Jerusalem Gathering will hold a Christmas Eve service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. in the Jerusalem Schoolhouse behind the Jerusalem Store, just off Route 17.

Carols, candles, and the Eucharist will be celebrated in the Episcopal tradition. Families with children are always welcome.

The annual Starksboro Village Meeting House Christmas Candlelight service will be held Thursday, Dec. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Meeting House located in the center of Starksboro Village on VT

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STARKSBORO The Baptist Church (2806 Route 116) will hold a celebration of Christmas service at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 25. The First Baptist Church of Starksboro will hold a First Day service at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 1, at its sister church, the Community Church, located at 4910 Main Road, Huntington Center.

VERGENNES St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will hold its Christmas Eve Holy Eucharist, Rite II, on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m. with a choir and children’s pageant. On Sunday, Dec. 25, at 8 a.m., there will be a Holy Eucharist.

St. Peter’s Church will hold a Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m., and a Christmas Day Mass on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9 a.m.

The Vergennes Congregational Church will have Christmas Eve Candlelight services on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 4 p.m. for children and families, and at 7 p.m. there will be a traditional candlelight service.

There will be a Christmas morning

service and carol sing on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 9:30 a.m.

Vergennes United Methodist Church will hold a Candlelight Christmas Service of Lessons and Carols on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. There will be no service on Sunday, Dec. 25.

Victory Baptist Church will hold a Christmas Eve candlelight service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 6:30 p.m.

WEYBRIDGE Weybridge Congregational Church will hold a Christmas Eve carol and candlelight service Saturday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. The church will continue to celebrate Christmas in worship on Sunday, Dec. 25, with a service of carols, reading and reflections at 10 a.m.

WHITING The Whiting Community Church will hold a Christmas Eve Candlelight service on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 7 p.m. There will be a Christmas Day service on Sunday, Dec. 25, at 11 a.m.

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Weybridge (Continued from Page 1) Minnesota-based Ecos Energy LLC to build the solar farm on 73 acres between Quaker Village Road and Field Days Road, in Weybridge and New Haven. Plans call for the arrays to be clustered in two separate, contiguous projects of 2.99 megawatts and 2 megawatts, respectively, both in Weybridge.

The arrays would be consolidated on roughly 30 of the total 73 acres, according to Brad Wilson, Ecos Energy project developer.

The property in question has been used for farming and had previously been permitted for an eight-lot housing subdivision, according to Wilson.

Ecos Energy would sell the electricity to Green Mountain Power, taking advantage of some current Vermont programs that allow solar farm developers to be paid a premium for the green energy they produce.

In total, the project would feature

around 25,000 panels, mounted on poles driven into the ground. The individual array modules would be 7- to 8-feet tall, which Wilson called “a little on the lower end” for Vermont.

All of the arrays would be located in Weybridge. The New Haven acreage would host a driveway and some underground electrical line, according to Wilson.

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and homes off Field Days Road and Wilson said assuming a smooth Quaker Village Road, according to process with the PSB, the solar farm Wilson. The project would patch could be under construction by the into electrical lines off Field Days spring of 2018.

Road and Quaker Village Road.

“The PSB process is a long one, The Quaker Village Road line and we are nowhere near ready to would have to be upgraded, at the begin that process,” he said. developer’s expense.

He acknowledged the company If built, the solar farm would would have to receive an additional generate enough electricity to power wetlands-related permit through more than 830 homes, according the Vermont Agency of Natural to Ecos officials. The solar Resources, related to a proposed infrastructure would be subject to driveway to the site from Field Days local property taxes. A 4.7-megawatt Road. The solar farm itself avoids a solar array in Panton is yielding nearby Class 2 wetlands, according around $45,000 annually for that to Wilson. community.

Research of the project site has “It is our goal, if this project moves indicated no presence endangered forward, to be a good neighbor,” wildlife, Wilson said, though some Wilson told the crowd. neighbors disputed that claim. For But that will be a tough example, one neighbor task, if early feedback pointed to evidence of a from neighbors is any “You’re going bobolink (bird) breeding to go back to indication. ground near Field Days VIOLATING & Road. Wilson countered Minnesota FRUSTRATING the bobolink is listed as and see the Resident Cindy Atkins a “species of concern,” said folks residing off cash flow and not endangered. the Field Days Road coming in, Wilson believes that and the upper portion and we’re past use of the site of Twitchell Hill Road for farming, and its left with the in New Haven have potential future as a already faced three solar scar on the solar farm, would be projects. less invasive for local ground, and “It’s frustrating, and it’s generating animals than a housing we do feel powerless,” development.

But some neighbors Atkins said. “We have money for noted a solar farm would these homes and to have you. I guess take out of production at this continually happen I’m finding least 30 acres of prime around us … We live this kind of agricultural soil. in a beautiful area of “How do you justify Addison County and violating and using a scarce resource the Champlain Valley, frustrating.” and we feel like it’s — Cindy Atkins for a project that could be built elsewhere?” being taken away from one neighbor asked. us. You’re going to The unused portion of the 73-acre go back to Minnesota and see the cash flow coming in, and we’re left parcel could remain in agriculture, with the scar on the ground, and it’s Wilson said. And local physician generating money for you. I guess Mike Kiernan, founder of the nonI’m finding this kind of violating profit venture “bee the change,” and frustrating. It doesn’t seem right has approached Ecos Energy about to me. I have got to be on record as using the property for planting specific flowers, shrubs and trees saying I don’t support it.”

As a renewable energy project, that are particularly attractive to the Ecos Energy solar farm would bees, hummingbirds and other key undergo a Section 248 review by the pollinators.

The Weybridge Planning Vermont Public Service Board and thus skirt local permitting hurdles.

(See Solar array, Page 25)

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Solar array (Continued from Page 24) and aesthetics of solar farm Commission is in the process of proposals. amending the community’s town “The challenge is, we are in plan. And much of that work, limbo land with renewable energy according to member Bill Roper, is legislation,” Roper said. focusing on the plan’s Ecos has already built energy section. The a 2.2-megawatt solar Legislature’s ever- “This is a project in Sudbury, evolving efforts to business and has additional change Vermont’s solar to generate solar farm plans “in siting laws is making the the development planning commission’s profit, at its phase” in Rutland and energy plan revisions core; we want Bennington, according tougher, Roper noted. to take very to Wilson. The company The Legislature last good care of had been casting about spring passed a bill for yet another location, that requires the PSB it.” and the Weybridge/New — Brad Wilson, Haven project “jumped to give due deference Ecos Energy out to us,” he said. to the town plans of project developer GOOD communities that have developed solar siting TOPOGRAPHY priorities that dovetail Wilson explained the with Vermont’s renewable energy land is attractive for a solar project goals. But more legislation could be because it is close to three-phase coming down the pike next year that power infrastructure, has nearby could further change the rules. roads for access, and had a bowlWeybridge planners have added like topography that he said would language to the energy plan that make the solar arrays less obtrusive speaks to the mass, scale, mitigation to neighbors and passersby.

“The site has limited visibility,” said Wilson, who added landscaping and plantings could further obscure the sight of the solar equipment.

That provided little solace to some neighbors at the public gathering.

“We bought a property 18 years ago, with a beautiful view of the valley, Snake Mountain and the Adirondacks,” DaPolito said. “We bought that property because of the view, and we pay higher taxes because of the view. There is no guarantee taxes will go down because of this (project). I don’t think I would buy this property if there were panels in the valley. I don’t know what the resale of the property would be. I wanted to let you know … that you have one resident here who is not happy at all.

I don’t know if there is anything you can do to make me happy about it.”

Some neighbors also voiced concerns about what would happen to the solar farm when it has outlived its usefulness or if Ecos Energy were ever to go bankrupt. Wilson said the PSB would require the company to

set up a decommissioning fund to guarantee the farm would ultimately be dismantled.

“This is a business to generate profit, at its core; we want to take very good care of it,” Wilson said.

Wilson declined to share details about Ecos Energy’s financial health or business plan, but he estimated it would cost the company between $7 million and $9 million to build the Weybridge Solar Project.

Resident Barbara Brosnan encouraged local officials to not base the town’s renewable energy future exclusively on solar projects.

“We’d like to ask that we look into other ways that Weybridge can ‘go green’ and benefit from projects,” she said. “This may not be the only way to go. This is new to us, the technology is changing.”

Reporter John Flowers is at johnf@addisonindependent.com.

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Winter Solstice Celebration set in Bristol BRISTOL — The year’s longest night has at last arrived and that means it’s time for the annual Winter Solstice Celebration at the Waterworks property on Plank Road in Bristol. Revelers of all ages are invited to venture into the forest and mark the moment when the sun stands still on the southern horizon and turns to begin its march to summer.

Everyone is invited to join in the fun and gather around the fire for a joyful evening of food, music and midwinter pageantry as we summon the light from the season’s deepest dark and celebrate its return to the sky.

The Watershed Center Solstice Celebration harkens back to a distant age when the natural cycles of the Earth formed the calendar’s most important milestones. Yule, the original winter solstice holiday, marked the rebirth of the sun and the return of the life it brings to the world, and indeed, the traditional Yule log originally represented

Everyone is invited to join in the fun and gather around the fire for a joyful evening of food, music and midwinter pageantry as we summon the light from the season’s deepest dark and celebrate its return to the sky. the resurrected sun. In addition to this symbol, bonfires also played a role in these year-end rituals as did baskets of evergreen boughs symbolizing eternal life, which were placed in homes to receive gifts from visitors.

The Watershed Center’s Solstice Celebration honors these traditions and their ancient fires. It’s a rare opportunity to experience the magic of the winter forest at night while making memories with friends and neighbors old and new.

Join us for one of Vermont’s most unique holiday get-togethers as we bring in the light in one of our region’s most beautiful locations.

The all-weather snow-or-shine celebration begins at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21, at the picnic area on the Norton Brook Reservoir at the Waterworks Forest in Bristol (about a 2/5 mile walk from the Plank Road parking area, which is 3/4 mile east of North Street). There will be music by Rick Ceballos and friends. Bring food and drink to share and dress warmly. Please carpool if possible and heed the parking restrictions on Plank Road.

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ADULT ALL- RECOVERY Group Meeting for anyone over 18 who is struggling with addiction disorders. Fridays, 3-4 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). A great place to meet with your peers who are in recovery. Bring a friend in recovery. For info call 802388-4249 or 802-683-5569 or visit www.turningpointaddisonvt.org.

AL-ANON: FOR FAMILIES and friends affected by someone’s drinking.

Members share experience, strength and hope to solve common problems. Newcomers welcome. Confidential. St. Stephen’s Church (use front side door and go to basement) in Middlebury, Sunday nights 7:15-8:15 pm.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRISTOL MEETINGS: Sunday, Discussion Meeting 4:00-5:00 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Meeting, 6:00-7:00 PM. All held at the Howden Hall, 19 West Street.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS SATURDAY: Discussion Meeting 9:0010:00 AM at the Middlebury United Methodist Church.

Discussion Meeting 10:0011:00 AM. Beginners’ Meeting 6:30-7:30 PM. These two meetings are held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS THURSDAY: Big Book Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

Speaker Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM at St. Stephen’s Church, Main St. (On the Green).

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NEW HAVEN MEETINGS: Monday, Big Book Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM at the Congregational Church, New Haven Village Green.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS VERGENNES MEETINGS: Sunday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Discussion Meeting 8:00-9:00 PM. Both held at St. Paul’s Church, Park St. Tuesday, Discussion Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM, at the Congregational Church, Water St.

AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP - For families and friends of problem drinkers. Anonymous, confidential and free. At the Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury. 7:308:30 PM Friday evenings.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS FRIDAY: Discussion Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS BRANDON MEETINGS: Monday, Discussion Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM. Wednesday, 12 Step Meeting 7:00-8:00 PM. Friday, Big Book Step Meeting 7:008:00 PM. All held at the St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Rte 7 South.

NA MEETINGS MIDDLEBURY: Fridays, 7:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS MONDAY: As Bill Sees It Meeting Noon1:00 PM. Big Book Meeting 7:30-8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS SUNDAY: 12 Step Meeting 9:00-10:00 AM held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Came to Believe Meeting 1:002:00 PM held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

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Larry Buck, of New Haven, has volunteered

at the Aurora School for 3 years. He assists students with their studies and projects including map reading, theater set building and theme based model building. Elaine Anderson, Director of Aurora, says “Larry is fabulous! He gets involved in lots of activities at Aurora. He truly cares about our school and community, and he brightens our days.” Larry says he enjoys volunteering because “It’s a chance to give back to the community. And if not now, then what does one wait for? I had a stroke in 2009 and it was the wake up call to give back to the community.” Larry also volunteers at the Middlebury College student bike shop and the Green Mountain Foster Bike Program at Little City Cycles. Thank you for all you do, Larry!

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS SUNDAY: 12 Step Meeting 9:00-10:00 AM held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Came to Believe Meeting 1:002:00 PM held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS TUESDAYS: 12 Step Meetings; Noon1:00 PM. AND 7:30-8:30 PM. Both held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYM O U S M I D D L E B U RY MEETINGS WEDNESDAY: Big Book Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM is held at the Middlebury United Methodist Church on N. Pleasant Street. Discussion Meeting Noon-1:00 PM at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS RIPTON MEETINGS: Monday, As Bill Sees It Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM. Thursday, 12 Steps and 12 Traditions Meeting 7:15-8:15 AM. Both held at Ripton Firehouse, Dugway Rd.

Services

The Volunteer Center, a collaboration of RSVP and the RSVP and the United Way of Addison County are looking United Way of for a volunteer to help schedule tax appointments. If you Addison County, are organized, know how or would like to learn to use posts dozens of google calendar and are comfortable on the phone, this volunteer opportunities opportunity is for you! You will support a vital program on the Web.Go to

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and help many community members. Assistance is needed from January through mid-April. The days and times of the week are flexible and volunteers will be fully trained. If you’re interested in learning more, please contact us at 388-7044.

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ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS NORTH FERRISBURGH MEETINGS: Sunday, Daily Reflections Meeting 6:00-7:00 PM, at the United Methodist Church, Old Hollow Rd.

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BY SOMEONE’S DRINKING? Opening Our Hearts Al-Anon Group meets each Wednesday at 1:30 pm at Middlebury’s St. Stephen’s Church on Main St. (enter side door and follow signs).

Anonymous and confidential, we share our experience, strength and hope to solve our common problems.

Babysitting available.

M A K I N G R E C O V E RY EASIER (MRE). Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Turning Point Center (54 Creek Rd). This will be a facilitated group meeting for those struggling with the decision to attend 12-Step Programs. It will be limited to explaining and discussing our feelings about the 12-Step Programs to create a better understanding of how they can help a person in recovery on his/her life’s journey. A certificate will be issued at the end of all the sessions. Please bring a friend in recovery who is also contemplating 12-Step Programs.NA MEETINGS MIDDLEBURY: Fridays, 7:30 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

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NA MEETINGS MIDDLEBURY: Mondays, 6 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

PARKINSONS SUPPORT GROUP meets on the last Thursday of every month from 10 am to 11:30 am. We meet at the Mountain Health Center in Bristol. For info call APDA at 888-763-3366 or parkinsoninfo@uvmhealth. org.

NA MEETINGS MIDDLEBURY: Sundays, 3:00 pm, held at The Turning Point Center, 54 Creek Rd.

NEW SUPPORT GROUP Grief Anonymous Meeting every Thursday @ 6:30 pm at Grace Baptist Church 52 Merchants Row, Middelbury, Vt. First Meeting Thursday, December 1st, 2016

OA (OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS) MEETS on Thursdays at 6 PM. Located at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Road, Middlebury, VT.

OPIATE OVERDOSE RESCUE KITS are distributed on Wednesdays from 9 am until 12 pm at the Turning Point Center of Addison County, 54 Creek Rd, Middlebury, VT. A short training is required. For info call 802388-4249 or 802-683-5569 or visit www.turningpointaddisonvt.org.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted BANKRUPTCY: CALL to find out if bankruptcy can help you. Kathleen Walls, Esq. 802-388-1156.

CLEAN TOUCH GROUP is seeking energetic housekeepers. Great pay. Apply in person at the Courtyard Marriott, 309 Court Street, Middlebury, VT.

Services C&I DRYWALL. Hanging, taping, skim coat plastering.

Also tile. Call Joe 802-2345545 or Justin 802-2342190.

CONSTRUCTION: ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS, new construction, drywall, carpentry, painting, flooring, roofing, pressure washing, driveway sealing. All aspects of construction, also property maintenance. Steven Fifield 802-989-0009.

PARTY RENTALS; CHINA, flatware, glassware, linens.

Delivery available. 802-3884831.

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING; interior/exterior, residential/commercial, pressure washing. 20 years’ experience. Best prices. References. 802-989-5803.

CCE, INC IS CURRENTLY hiring. We are a small commercial general contractor that self performs most phases of construction work.

Applicants must have a valid drivers license, be able to pass a background check and be willing to work flexible hours. Some out of town night work is required. Applicants must pass the OSHA 30 hour general construction training. We offer competitive pay, paid holidays and paid vacation. Our current work load involves general construction, equipment installation and flooring.

Please email your resume in confidence to al@cce-VT. com. Immediate openings.

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

ELECTRO/MECHANICAL ASSEMBLER Nathaniel Group is hiring an Electro/ Mechanical Assembler for full time work. All applicants must be self-motivated, detail oriented and able to thrive in a cooperative team environment. Applicants must have excellent mechanical and assembly skills and be able to work with small components as necessary. IPC610 solder certification desired - will train the right applicant

with soldering experience.

Applicants must be able to read and interpret prints as well as work with hand tools. High school diploma or equivalent required. Nathaniel Group offers a comprehensive benefits package to qualified individuals. Interested applicants can apply via e-mail,mail or in-person.

Nathaniel Electronics, 101 Panton Rd. Vergennes, VT 05491. www.nathaniel.com

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Help Wanted

Help Wanted EXPERIENCED,RELIABLE AND DEDICATED caregiver with many specialized skills seeks position assisting the elderly,disabled and chronically ill individuals. Record of long-term loyal commitment to patients. References readily available. Please call 802-234-9725 or e-mail HomeCareVT@gmail.com

Help Wanted

Help Wanted

3x5 arbors

The Arbors at Shelburne: A benchmark Senior Living Community is focused entirely on serving people living with Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and all memory related diseases.

Join the Parent/Child Center Team

We are seeking a Master’s or Bachelor level Outreach Worker who will support young families and teenagers in Addison County. Strong candidates must have knowledge of child and adolescent development, family systems, mental health issues, and excellent judgment.

A familiarity with community resources is preferred. Flexibility and collaboration is a must. This is a full- time position with generous benefits, total hours negotiable. Licensed social worker and counselors encouraged to apply.

Contact Info: Please contact Donna Bailey at dbailey@addisoncountypcc. org or Sue Bloomer at sbloomer@ addisoncountypcc.org . Deadline for applicants is January 3, 2016.

$1,500 SIGN ON BONUS

LNA’s – full time days Non-licensed Nurses’ Aides – full time days We offer competitive wages and benefits package. Must mention this ad and accept full time day shift employment to receive the sign on bonus.

Please call and ask for Alysha to schedule an interview or to stop in to complete an application and on-the-spot interview.

The Arbors at Shelburne Attn: Alysha Curtis 687 Harbor Road Shelburne,VT. 05482 (802) 985-8600 • acurtis@benchmarkquality.com A Benchmark Assisted Living Community, EOE

LPN’s & RN’s

2x5 whistle pig

Our busy pediatric office is looking for a reliable per diem nurse. Must enjoy interacting with children and be able to multi task cheerfully!

2x5 rainbow pediatrics

Please send resume and 3 references to:

Rainbow Pediatrics

Attn: Lisa Ryan 44 Collins Drive, Suite 202 Middlebury, VT 05753 OR Email them to: lisaryan@sover.net

BOOKKEEPER – Full Time Enjoy a fast-paced, fun environment?

Like working with people?

Try working for ACTR!

Addison County’s public transportation provider is seeking a full-time experienced Bookkeeper to handle bank reconciliations, record deposits, handle payroll as well as other Accounting functions. Must understand and have experience in accrual accounting. Good computer and customer service skills required as well as the ability to multi-task. Knowledge of regulatory requirements for not-for-profit entity and tax exempt status preferred. College degree or a combination of experience and education is preferred. Position will be Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm. Some travel may be required. Excellent benefits including: health insurance, long-term disability, retirement plan, vision plan, vacation, sick and paid holidays.

Selected candidate must pass required background checks and Drug/Alcohol testing. Confidentiality is a must. Please submit resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources Manager Addison County Transit Resources 297 Creek Road, Middlebury, Vermont 05753 Or via email to: shari@actr-vt.org No phone calls, please ACTR is an AA/EO Employer

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FULL SUN COMPANY in Middlebury seeks an independent designer with CAD skills and software to model our food processing facility layout to our specs. 802377-8585 or info@fullsuncompany.com

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For Sale

For Sale

55 GALLON SAND AND SALT barrels, plastic, with pressure treated legs. $75. each. Also 55 gallon pickle barrels with spin-off covers.

Make great sand and salt barrels, $25. each. Delivery available. 802-453-4235.

BRIDPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL has some new and used lumber for sale.

Pressure treated, regular pine 2x6 and 2x8, 1/2” and 3/4” plywood costing $3,876.

Lumber will be sold to the highest bidder. Bids accepted until noon on December 28, 2016 and opened at 12:30 PM on the 28th.

Email or fax bids to: Addison Central Supervisory Union ATTN: Eric Warren 49 Charles Avenue Middlebury, VT 05753. ewarren@acsu. org. Fax: 802-388-0024.

ANTIQUE DOUBLE BARREL ACME Arms Co. 12 gauge. Beautiful vintage firearm. $185. 802-989-5803.

Help Wanted

FULL TIME

ALL SHIFTS AVAILABLE We are seeking people with winning personalities

3andxgreat 4 attitudes to join our team.

Part & Full-Time positions available with flexible maplefields scheduling.

Must be willing to work some nights & weekends.

DOG TEAM ORIGINAL RECIPE Sticky Buns for Christmas. Order 802-3499473. Pickup on or before December 24 from 10am2pm, 658 Exchange Street, Middlebury.

HAY ELEVATOR 75 feet total. Great condition, new motor, barn kept. $1,500.

802-377-5972.

Things you should know: The Middlebury Lions Club has provided sight screenings for local grade, middle and high schools.

There is no charge Account: Tony Neri for this service.

1 Cols Wide # 70228 Things you should To continue to knowmake - CashitCalendars work, we need your help.

CASH CALENDARS are for sale.

See one - buy one Help us.

CALL 802-458-7361 to purchase.

Part-time Cashiers & Deli Employees needed.

Apply in person or pick up an application at: Maplefields –– Shoreham Service Center

Corner of Routes 22A and 74 • Shoreham, VT EOE

3 x 4.5 uvm horse farm

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For Rent

For Rent

For Rent

1,800 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE as is or renovate to suit. Creek Road, Middlebury. 802-558-6092.

BRISTOL 1 BEDROOM APARTMENT, ground level, private off-street parking. $700/mo. Call 802-4533454.

NEW HAVEN: BEAUTIFUL VIEWS, sunny apartment.

Garden space. No pets, no smoking. References, security deposit, lease. $875/ month plus utilities. 802236-2040.

2 BEDROOM APARTMENT, Cornwall, 8 miles from the college. $925/month. Heat, snow removal and lawn care included. Garden space available. First, last, security and references required.

Call 802-462-3624.

281 MAIN STREET, VERGENNES Available now, medium size 2 bedroom apartment. $900 per month.

Laundry hookups, large enclosed porch & full bath.

Heat and hot water included.

Call 802-862-7467.

BRANDON CHARMING LARGE 1 BEDROOM apartment. $840, heat included.

802-352-4700 or visit zillow. com.

BRANDON HOUSE FOR RENT. 1880’s farmhouse, 3 BR, 2 full baths. Large rooms, extra storage, w/d hookup, pets negotiable.

References and security deposit required. Available now. $1,200/month+ utilities.

Call 781-259-0229.

BRIDPORT 2 BEDROOM mobile home. Quiet road. $900 month, includes heat and electric. No pets, no smoking. Deposit, credit check, 1 year lease. 802758-2369.

BRISTOL APARTMENT, 1 LARGE BEDROOM, with bonus room and 1 bath. Efficient gas heat. Excellent condition. Wi-Fi, water & sewer included. No pets.

No smoking. $735 month.

Contact Tom at Wallace Realty 802-453-4670 or Tom@ WallaceRE.com.

BRISTOL; 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT heat, hot water, snow and lawn care included. Basement. Garage.

802-453-2566.

DRY, WINTER/SUMMER STORAGE SPACE in Addison. Available storage space in my barn for summer/winter storage. The barn is structurally sound and weathertight with electricity. No heat or running water. The barn is also available for lease.

The entrance door measurements are 8’ wide by 7’ high.

For more info: 802-363-3403 or rochon_m@yahoo.com.

FORESTDALE 3 BEDROOM 3 bath home for rent.

Basement is finished. $1,500 a month plus utilities and deposit. No dogs/smoking.

Call 207-350-5673.

OFFICE SPACE IN MIDDLEBURY. Court Street/ Creek Road, 2nd floor. Utilities included. 280 square feet. Contact Eric at 802388-6054.

OFFICE SPACE IN MIDDLEBURY. Court Street/ Creek Road, 2nd floor. Utilities included. 400 square feet. Contact Eric at 802388-6054.

THE ADDISON COUNTY Community Trust is updating the waiting lists for the Smallest City Apartments located in Vergennes, Vermont. Apartments include one and two bedroom units.

Rents are $775 and $880, respectively, all utilities included; rental assistance may be available. Income restrictions apply. Accessible units available. For more information, please call 802877-3749. TDD 771. Equal Housing Opportunity.

THE ADDISON COUNTY Community Trust is updating the waiting lists for the Smallest City Apartments located in Vergennes, Vermont. Apartments include one, two and three bedroom units. Rents are $820, $928, $1,061, respectively; Rental Assistance is available. Income restrictions apply. Accessible units available. For more information, please call 802-877-3749. TDD 771.

Equal Housing Opportunity.

TWO BEDROOM APARTMENTS available for occupancy. Modern apartments, carpet/tile, w/d hookups plus onsite laundry. Ample parking and storage. Includes trash,snow removal,professional management and 24 hour maintenance. Efficient gas heat/ hot water. In quiet Middlebury neighborhood. Rents are $546-$778 per month plus utilities. Income limits apply. References required.

Please call us at 802-4725016 for more information.

Equal housing opportunity.

TWO BEDROOM TRAILER in Ripton. $500 a month, plus utilities. For more information call 802-388-2353.

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CLASSIFIEDS For Rent VALLEY VIEW APARTMENTS is currently accepting applications for 1 and 2 BR apartments in Vergennes. All income/assets must be verified to determine monthly rent, but tenants only pay 30% of their income toward rent. Elderly or disabled only. W/D onsite. Call 802-247-0165 or visit our website: www.summitpmg. com. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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READY-2-BURN: SEASONED www.1-855-MIDDMEN.com - Perfectly seasoned split 16” firewood.

Free delivery.

TIMBERWOLF FIREWOOD: Dry or green. Call for prices. 802-388-7300.

VERGENNES 2 BEDROOM HOME with den and offstreet parking on quiet, one-way street across from elementary school, city pool, tennis and basketball courts.

Easy walk to high school. $1,350/month. Heat and water included. Credit and background check, security deposit and lease required.

Available January 1st. 802989-0959.

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Wood Heat

Real Estate

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BUILDING LOT, DAISY LANE, East Middlebury.

Town water, underground telephone, cable and electric service. Good perking soil. Regular septic. Site approved for 4 bedroom home.

Jack Brown, 802-388-2502 or 802-388-7350. Email: brownnov@together.net.

LOCAL FEED: NON-GMO verified oilseed meal available in bulk totes from our Middlebury mill. Protein rich, plant-based, no chemicals, no soy. Also available; highfat finishing feed in smaller quantities. Full Sun Co: 802989-701.

W H I T N E Y ’ S C U S TO M FARM WORK. Pond agitating, liquid manure hauling, drag line aerating. Call for price. 462-2755, John Whitney.

Boats 1937 OLD TOWN CANOE. Good condition. Hanging in barn 25 years. must sell, moving. Call for details, delivery available. $1,295.

OBO. 802-453-4235.

Cars SUBARU FORESTER 2014 Ticonderoga, NY. 30,400 miles, remote starter, all wheel drive. Five star safety rating. Husband got a company car and we no longer need it. Runs great. Long scrape diver’s side, subtle stains on seats. Cash or bank check only. Sale price based on Kelly Blue Book value. Warranty: powertrain until 8/6/18 or 60,000 miles, emissions 150,000 miles. katiepangia@yahoo.com.

518-503-5117.

TRUSTED 3RD GEN. VT Antique dealer specializing in jewelry, watches, silver, art, military, antique collectibles, etc. Visit www. bittnerantiques.com or call Brian at 802-272-7527. Consulting/appraisal services available. House calls made free of charge.

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Lawn Mowing and Grounds Maintenance Bid Properties to include: Town Offices / Library, Village Green, War Memorial Green, West Cemetery, River Road Cemetery and DeMers Park.

Duties to include: Lawn mowing, weed whacking, weeding, edging and mulching all flower beds. Also collaring and mulching the crab apple trees on the Village Green.

Contractor is expected to keep the above mentioned grounds clear of debris, branches and garbage and generally in good appearance. The Contractor is to notify the Parks Coordinator in the event of any damage, issues, or needs to the above said properties, under the general supervision and direction of the Selectboard.

The Selectboard reserves the right to refuse any and all bids.

Questions related to these projects should be directed to: The Town Clerks Office @ 453-3516.

Replies to be submitted by December 20, 2016 to: The Town of New Haven 78 North St., New Haven, VT 05472 All bids will be discussed at the Selectboard meeting on Dec. 20, 2016.

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Small businesses employ half of all private sector employees.

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Public Notices

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TOWN OF LINCOLN PUBLIC NOTICE

The Town of Lincoln Planning Commission will hold a date postponed SKETCH PLAN HEARING for a 2-lot subdivision proposed by Diane E. Faxon Irrevocable Trust for Parcel #20070120 located at Elder Hill Road. Said hearing will be held January 5, 2017 at 7:05 p.m. in the Lincoln Town Office. Information regarding the hearing may be seen at the Town Office during normal business hours. Persons interested in participating at the hearing must be present or express interest in a letter.

Immediately following the Sketch Plan Hearing, depending on participation of any interested parties, the Planning Commission will hold a FINAL HEARING for the above proposed subdivision. 12/19

TOWN OF MIDDLEBURY- SELECTBOARD Tuesday, December 27, 2016 7:30 p.m. Town Office Conference Room

PUBLIC HEARING and INFORMATION MEETING on PRELIMINARY PROPOSED TOWN GENERAL FUND BUDGET (Includes capital project funds) for FY18 (July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018) Your comments, suggestions and input are important and appreciated. If you can’t make the meeting on the 27th, we invite you to submit your input via e-mail, kramsay@ townofmiddlebury.org, or mail, 77 Main Street, Middlebury, Vermont 05753.

Copies of the proposed budget may be obtained from the Town’s website, www.middlebury. govoffice.com, at the Town Manager’s office, 77 Main Street, or by calling 802-458-8000.

If you need special accommodations to attend this meeting, please contact the Town Manager’s Office as early as possible.

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WARNING - POLICY ADOPTION ADDISON NORTHWEST SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Addison Northwest School District will be reviewing and adopting the following policies: B1 – Substitute Teachers (formerly D6) B2 – Volunteers and Work Study Students (formerly D7) B3 – Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace (formerly D8) B4 – Drug and Alcohol Testing of Transportation Employees (formerly D11) B5 – Prevention of Employee Harassment (formerly D12) B5R – Procedures for Prevention of Employee Harassment B6 – HIPPAA Compliance (formerly D13) B20 – Personnel Recruitment, Selection, Appointment and Background Checks (formerly D1) B21 – Professional Development (formerly D2) B22 – Public Complaints About Personnel (formerly D10) The Addison Northwest School District Board will take action of adopting the above stated policies on Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. at the Vergennes Union High School.

The policies are located at the Superintendent’s Office and at www.anwsu.org website for review.

Addison Northwest School District 11 Main Street, Suite B100, Vergennes, VT 05491 802-877-3332 12/15s

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Middlebury (Continued from Page 1) thus awarded a waiver known as a “categorical exclusion” or CE. But attorney James Dumont, representing a group of downtown merchants and property owners concerned about the $40 million project, argued the undertaking

should not qualify for a categorical exclusion. He made his case in an Oct. 31 letter to Transportation Secretary Chris Cole.

“The FHWA regulation governing Categorical Exclusions prohibit use of CEs where projects involve ‘Construction of temporary access,

WEYBRIDGE SELECTBOARD TOWN PLAN NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The Town of Weybridge Selectboard will hold a hearing on amendments and updates to its Town Plan, Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations, as required under Chapter 117 S4384 and S4444, 4441 and 4444 (b). The hearing will be held at the Weybridge Town Offices, Tuesday, January 3, 2017 ay 7:00 p.m. The Town Offices are an accessible facility.

Statement of Purpose: The Weybridge Town Plan is a comprehensive document prepared in conformance with the provisions of Chapter 117 of the Vermont Municipal Regional Planning and Development Act. The proposed Town Plan represents an update from the duly adopted plan in 2011. The Town Plan provides a guide for the future of Weybridge’s natural and human environment. It also provides a record of the town; its current conditions, facilities, and programs; its natural and cultural resources and demographic make-up. The Town Plan provides the basis for the implementation and administration of the zoning bylaws and other regulations. It also constitutes a statement of the Town’s vision for the purpose of Act 250 hearings. All areas within the Town of Weybridge are affected by these changes, but none of the changes alter the designation of any land area. Changes to the town plan are relatively minor, except for its Energy and River and Streams sections. In the course of updating its Town Plan and applying the Zoning Regulations revised and adopted in 2014, and its Subdivision Regulations adopted in 2006, the Planning Commission found some minor areas needing updating so, as part of the public hearing, the Planning Commission is also proposing minor changes to Zoning Regulations and its Subdivision Regulations. Topic areas for discussion include: Proposed Table of Contents (following introduction): Section 15. Recreation 8. Public Facilities 1. Roots and Traditions 16. Energy 9. Paying for Government 2. Land Resources 17. Communications 10. Biological Diversity 3. Land Use Planning 18. Regional Relationships 11. Rivers and Streams 4. Jobs 19. Implementation Program 12. Wetlands 5. Housing 13. Groundwater 6. Schools 14. Air Quality 7. Transportation Copies of the proposed Town Plan, Zoning Regulations and Subdivision Regulations with all proposed changes in “tracked changes” format can be viewed at the Town Clerk’s Office, Weybridge, Vermont during regular hours. For further information please call the Town Clerk’s Office at 802-545-2450.

Weybridge Selectboard Dan Mason, Chair 12/19

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or the closure of existing road, bridge, or ramps, that would result in major traffic disruptions,’” Dumont wrote to Cole. “No reasonable person would argue that the plans under consideration in 2013 or at present did not and do not involve closure of existing roads and bridges that would result in major traffic disruption.”

Dumont’s argument clearly resonated with VTrans and FHWA officials, who late on Wednesday, Dec. 14, informed Middlebury selectboard Chairman Brian Carpenter about the new delay and permitting requirements for the rail bridges project.

If the Environmental Assessment reveals any big concerns, an Environmental Impact Study will be needed.

Regarding the decision to delay, Cole had this to say in a press release: “It is unfortunate that the collective efforts of so many can be sidelined by the threat of legal action. But rather than carry that risk into construction and potentially cost the taxpayers additional funds, VTrans and FHWA have elected to engage in an additional administrative process.”

In the VTrans press release, Carpenter affirmed the need for the EA. “While we all understand the need for replacing our downtown bridges and improving the safety of the rail line, I think the decision to undertake an EA is right for Middlebury,” he said. “I have faith that our community will make good use of the additional time before construction to ensure that we are all doing everything we can to minimize the impact of construction on our businesses and on the quality of life in our unique community.”

Carpenter told the Independent

that the project delay town ($5,000) and was “a minimum Middlebury College of one year, given ($45,000) will the EA can not be jointly commission that independent accomplished in time assessment. for required ‘contract “I suggest we one’ winter work to take this time to occur this winter.” conduct the indepen­ “Contract one” dent engineering consists of the assessment, to aforementioned continue refining preliminary work on a downtown needs the drainage system statement and make and temporary access “I have faith that efforts to fulfill that, road to the Battell our community and to further our Block. will make work on a Middlebury Though pleased with good use of multimodal station,” the requirement that Carpenter stated the project will now the additional in his email. “I have to go through an time before believe the state has Environmental Assess­ construction to everything it needs ment, Dumont said in ensure that we to let the contract for a Thursday email to are all doing the Environmental the Independent that everything we Assessment, given he was concerned that they hold the funding it required correspon­ can to minimize authority now.” dence and numerous the impact of In conclusion, public comments construction on Carpenter believes the for authorities to our businesses project — while again acknowledge the key and on the delayed — is on the review. right track.

“As a practical quality of life “We have mitigated matter, for the residents in our unique the town’s financial of Middlebury community.” and surrounding — Middlebury and legal risks,” he communities, for selectboard stated. “We have a everyone who works Chairman project design that or shops in downtown Brian Carpenter vastly improves … town safety. Through Middlebury, and for this project, we have the many students who study here and whose families visit several collateral wins to the town them here, the cold hard facts are in undergrounding more utilities, that VTrans dropped the ball on this streetscape and Printers Alley project several years ago by failing improvements, and potentially help to address extremely important with preparing for passenger rail. public safety, pollution and business The one area I’m not so comfortable with is environmental protection preservation issues,” he said.

Dumont said he hopes officials along our Otter Creek corridor. This will now consider a more modest finalizes documentation and analysis and expeditious bridge replacement of those potential risks and ensures the project will include all necessary project.

Carpenter is suggesting the town risk mitigation measures.”

Cole has told town officials take advantage of the delay to tend to some related work, such as an that Jim Gish — Middlebury’s independent engineering assessment community liaison for the bridge of the $40 million plan, to ensure project — will continue in that that it is sound. As reported in capacity through the delay period.

Reporter John Flowers is at the Thursday, Dec. 15, edition of the Addison Independent, the johnf@addisonindependent.com.

Labor historian to talk about the struggle for the poor, welfare MIDDLEBURY — Labor historian Annelise Orleck will recount the struggle for welfare rights by Las Vegas women in the 1970s in a talk at Ilsley Public Library in Middlebury on Wednesday, Jan. 4, at 7 p.m.

Her talk, “What if Poor Women Ran the World?” is part of the Vermont Humanities Council’s First Wednesdays lecture series and is free and open to the public.

Orleck will tell the story of nine African American union maids in Las Vegas who challenged welfare cuts and built a longlasting, vibrant anti-poverty

program run by poor mothers.

Orleck is a professor of history at Dartmouth College, where she teaches U.S. political history, women’s history and the history of race, ethnicity and immigration, and Jewish studies.

She is author of “Common Sense and a Little Fire: Women and Working Class Politics in the United States” and “Storming Caesars Palace: How Black Mothers Fought Their Own War on Poverty.” She is co-editor of “The Politics of Motherhood: Activist Voices from Left to Right.”

Addison Independent, Monday, December 19, 2016 — PAGE 35

College hires new finance chief

By STEPHEN DIEHL MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury College last week announced the appointment of David J. Provost as the institution’s new executive vice president for finance and administration, starting Jan. 23, 2017. Provost comes to Middlebury from Champlain College in Burlington, where he spent 12 years overseeing a variety of core functions, including finance, advancement, campus planning, facilities, human resources, and information technology.

At Middlebury, Provost (pronounced Provo) will lead the institution’s finance and budget office, facilities, capital planning, dining operations, information technology and business services.

“David will be a real difference maker at Middlebury,” said President Laurie L. Patton. “His breadth and depth of experience leading change and managing critical administrative and cost centers will bring important focus to our operations. Equally important, David’s commitment to higher education informs every recommendation and decision he makes. He embraces Middlebury’s mission in its fullest expression.”

DAVID J. PROVOST Provost called it a “dream job” to be joining Middlebury.

“I’ve been fortunate in my career in Vermont to have had the opportunity to observe Middlebury both as a leader in the state and as a nationally recognized educational innovator,” he said.

“I’m delighted and energized to have this opportunity to join President Patton’s leadership team and contribute in my own way to the future success of the institution.”

Provost was instrumental in

creating Champlain College’s first comprehensive master plan, which created a road map for its projected growth and needs for the next 10 to 15 years. He led efforts to finance and develop 10 new key facilities, including academic space, an admission and welcome center, resident halls, and student apartments. During Provost’s tenure, Champlain’s operating revenue grew by more than 300 percent, and it delivered an operating surplus all 12 years.

Before joining Champlain College in 2005, Provost spent 12 years at the North American division of Dynastar, the French winter sports company owned by Rossignol, first as CFO and later as CEO. Provost spent much of his time at Dynastar in Chamonix, France, and Venice, Italy, at the world headquarters for Dynastar skis and Lange ski boots, developing the company’s international strategies.

A CPA, he worked for the accounting firm Deloitte in Boston from 1986 to 1991. He is a graduate of Saint Michael’s College.

Provost replaces Patrick Norton, who left Middlebury in August for a position at Tulane University.

Neat Repeats awards $26,679 in grants MIDDLEBURY — Diane Howlett and Linda Waterman, directors of Neat Repeats Consignment Shop in Middlebury, have announced the Neat Repeats grant awards for the fall 2016 cycle. A total of $26,679 was awarded in Addison County, as follows: A total of $6,100 to six area food shelves; $5,079 in family assistance to sixteen recipients; $3,750 to Addison County Housing Solutions; $3,000 to Elderly Services pledge; $2,700 in scholarships to MAUHS, MUHS and VUHS; $2,500 in educational opportunities to seven recipients; $1,000 to the Epilepsy

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