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New ambulance arrives

Fire department increases EMS fees By Jason Starr Observer staff

A new ambulance Williston voters approved as part of the town’s fiscal year 2018 budget arrived in June, about a year later than originally planned. The $245,000 vehicle replaces a 9-year-old ambulance that the Williston Fire Department launched its ambulance service with in 2010. The new ambulance is not quite ready for the road. It is garaged for now, awaiting graphics and lettering and installation of a communication system. Firefighters and emergency personnel are also still learning the ins and outs of driving the vehicle. Fire Chief Ken Morton expects the ambulance to be operational by the end of July.

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The existing ambulance is under contract to be sold for $20,000 to the East Montpelier Fire Department. Morton waited a year before ordering the new ambulance because, in fiscal year 2018, the fire department absorbed the cost of adding three new staff members. The ambulance was ordered in fiscal year 2019 — last summer. According to Williston Finance Director Shirley Goodell-Lackey, the $245,000 cost will be financed through a seven-year lease at a 3.1 percent interest rate from Union Bank. The new ambulance comes with the ability to mechanically lift patients on stretchers into the vehicle, an upgrade over the 2009 ambulance, which required emergency personnel to manually lift patients. The department’s other ambulance, purchased in 2014, also has a mechanical lift. Concurrent with the ambulance’s arrival, the fire department prosee AMBULANCE page 15

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ABOVE: The honor guard carries the colors through Williston Village on Thursday, leading off the town’s July Fourth parade on Williston Road. LEFT: Leaving nothing to chance, Phyllis Philips, left, and Jill Severance make their wishes known as the parade passes. See pages 2-5 for the Observer’s Independence Day scrapbook with more scenes from the July 3-4 celebration.

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The Williston Fire Department’s new ambulance is pictured in front of the one it is replacing.

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SCRAPBOOK

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CLOCKWISE FROM UPPER LEFT: The Sue Pasco Memorial Williston Lawn Chair March and Drill Team performs at the Fourth of July parade; grand marshal Jack Price greets the crowd; officer Matthew Cohen patrols the route; a pony from the Miniature Farm makes its way down Williston Road.

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ABOVE: Runners set out on the annual Williston 5K fun run last Wednesday at Williston Community Park. RIGHT: Candy is thrown from the bandstand during last Wednesday’s performance by the Williston Town Band.

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Thank you to everyone who helped out or participated in one or more of the July Fourth events this year. Thank you to the town employees who set up and took down for the different events, the police department for directing traffic and keeping everyone safe, the fire department for being on call for emergencies and at the fireworks and to those who participated in so many ways to make this celebration a success. Thank you to the organizations that hosted an event this year: the historical society’s Ice Cream Social, the Town Band’s concert, the library’s Book Sale, The Williston/Richmond Rotary Club’s 5K and the fire department’s open house. Also thanks to Top Hat Entertainment for being the master of ceremonies for the parade. Thank you also to all the vendors on the Village Green, and a special thank you goes to Crosspoint Church for sponsoring the DJ and activities on the green during pre-fireworks time. Thank you to the parade judges: recreation committee member Cindy Provost, selectboard member Joy Limoge and Rotary member Debbie Ingram. Thank you to Imported Car Care Center for the donation of a car for the parade grand marshal. Thank you also to parade lineup organizer Tony Lamb and his wife Susan. Thank you to the Johnson family for use of their driveway and field for the parade lineup. Also, thanks to the members of Sustainable Williston who monitored trash, recycling and compost bins at the Ice Cream Social and on the Village Green for helping make Williston more sustainable. And finally, thank you to anyone who we might have missed that took part or helped out, and to the community and our visitors for helping to make this celebration a fun and safe one. Hope to see everyone at next year’s celebration! Todd Goodwin is director of the Williston Recreation and Parks Department.

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It feels like Vermont is facing an existential crisis. Can our 250 small towns survive a world that is managed by algorithms and spreadsheets? These small communities are the heart and soul of our state. Can we still afford them? I think the answer is an emphatic “yes” if we have the courage to make some changes. What makes our small towns special doesn’t cost money. It’s the land that we cherish and protect; it’s the places we gather — the dump, the gas station, a restaurant, a park; it’s 250 years of history; it’s the stories

and characters that enrich our lives; it’s town meetings. What costs so much money and drives up our taxes are the service providers: police officers, firefighters, emergency medical services providers, even road maintenance crews. These services could and should be regionalized. Let the computers tell us how to procure these services in the most efficient manner. Our sense of community is not dependent on the services we purchase. And then there are the schools. It’s true that our state population is smaller than a single school district in many states, and we need to find efficiencies. It’s also true that

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What on earth was Rob Roper’s June 27 column about (“The totalitarian plastic bag ban)? It was surely not about plastic bags or bill S.113 that passed 120 to 24 in Vermont’s democratically elected House of Representatives. The author, who is president of the Ethan Allen Institute, has written other thoughtful community oriented pieces, but this one was not. It seemed divisive, inflammatory and a fringe rant. It offered no alternatives to a ban, and while ideologically interesting, it seemed in line with a statement on the House floor about the issue from Rep. Bob Helm’s (R-Fair Haven): “It’s certainly not good, but it’s not that bad.” Roper did not mention the referendums on plastics in other states or the bans starting across the planet. People will be irritated by the change and the transition in our habits the ban will cause. But, social and environmental stewardship is see LETTERS page 7

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not free, and for too long we have been having a fire sale on the planet we will pass on to our children. Think about the fact that 100 percent of the plastic packaging we use will last thousands of times longer than the products it carries.

Kudos to all the those who supported the ban. Mark Lamorey Williston

Wrapping up plastic bag issue When I learned about the plastic bag ban that will go into effect in

Vermont in 2020, a few questions came up. l This past Christmas, neighbors were putting their Christmas trees to the curb wrapped in large plastic wraps. It’s a tree and it’s being wrapped in plastic. Will that still be okay? l Will we still be picking up dog waste in plastic?

l Are trash bags still OK?

l Our large chain grocery stores currently pay me 3 cents per bag when I bring my own. The new law says I can pay them 10 cents if I want to use one of their paper bags. Why not make them free like they were before the move to plastic? With all these points in mind, I totally agree with Rob Roper’s column

in the June 27 issue of the Observer (“The totalitarian plastic bag ban”). I reuse all my bags many times, and when they are on their last leg, I put my trash in them and throw them out. Plus, I also was refunded that 3 cents at a time when, for a lot of us, every penny counts. Celest Caine Williston

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ELIZABETH ANN HILL   Elizabeth Ann Hill, 71, passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2019, at the UVM Medical Center in Burlington, with her loving family by her side.  Betty was born on September 12, 1947, in Burlington, the daughter of Leo and Ardell (Herbert) Latimer.  On January 11, 1969, she married Talbert Hill in Williston, where they have resided for the last 50 years.   Betty enjoyed knitting, crocheting and was very handy with crafts. She loved camping and decorating for holidays. She also enjoyed following Talbert to the races for over 45 years. Most importantly, she loved supporting her grandchildren’s events.  She is survived by her loving husband Talbert of Williston, her daughter Sandra Hoar and her husband Brian of South Hero, her son Stacy Hill and his wife Lisa of Milton, her grandchildren Justin, Rachel, Taylor, Brandon and Ryleigh, her great-grandchildren Colton, Cooper and Rayne. She is also survived by her sisters Ginny Latimer of Milton and Polly Provost and her husband Len of Colchester and by several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.   Visiting hours were held on Wednesday, July 10, 2019, from 11-1 p.m. with a funeral service

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The Williston Recreation and Parks Department offices are located at Town Hall, 7900 Williston Road. Call 876-1160 or email recreation@willistonvt.org for program registration or information, or visit willistonrec.org.

Instructors wanted Work has started on the Fall/ Winter Program Guide for offerings from September through February. The rec department is

looking for independent instructors and businesses who want to offer programs to adults, seniors, youth or preschoolers. Program space is in the schools, and programs can be offered during after-school hours in the afternoon and into the evening. Programs can also be offered on Saturdays and during the day during school vacations. Programs can also be held in an instructor’s preferred location. Deadline for proposals is Aug.

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Men get osteoporosis, too Dear Savvy Senior, Can men get osteoporosis, or is it primarily a problem for women? When I fell and broke my wrist last winter, the doctor who treated me told me I might have osteoporosis, but I never got it checked. What can you tell me? Bony Bill

OSTEOPOROSIS IN MEN Osteoporosis is a disease that causes the bones to become weak and brittle and more susceptible to fractures. Though women are four times more likely to acquire

orders like Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis or stroke — can also increase your risk. In addition, so can taking certain medications, like anti-inflammatory steroids, prostate cancer drugs, proton pump inhibitors for GERDs, antidepressants, immunosuppressants and anti-seizure drugs. To help you determine your risk of osteoporosis, the International Osteoporosis Foundation has a quick, online quiz you can take at RiskCheck.IOFBoneHealth.org. PREVENTION AND TREATMENT A good first step in preventing and treating osteoporosis is to get screened. All men over age 70 should have a bone density test, and those who’ve had a fracture or have other risk factors should be tested after age 50. Screening for osteoporosis is a simple, painless bone density test, which takes about five

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Cooking Corner

Cherries: summer’s saucy superfruit The rich fr uitiness of sweet cherries helps blunt the shar p edge of dried fruit in this quick and easy cherry sauce recipe. Low in sugar and versatile, this sauce can be used as a base ingredient for cocktails, a glaze for meats, a spread for sandwiches, a topping for yogurt and more. Add some ginger or orange peel to complement your menu and you may have a new, nutritious summer favorite. CHERRY SAUCE Servings: 16 3/4 cup water 3/4 cup maple syrup 4 cups fresh sweet cherries 4 cups dried cranberries 4 peels (2 inches each) fresh ginger (optional) 3 tablespoons citrus zest (optional) black pepper (optional) fresh herbs (optional) raspberries (optional) In medium saucepot, add water, syrup and sweet cherries. Bring to simmer, stirring occasionally and more frequently as sauce begins to form. Add cranberries; continue stirring. Once reduced, remove from heat and add fresh ginger, citrus zest, black pepper, fresh herbs and raspberries, if desired. Cool 30-60 minutes before transferring to wider, shallow pan for speed cooling. Once cooled, store refrigerated in airtight container up to two weeks. —Family Features

CALENDAR THURSDAY, JULY 11 Pollinate This! Art Reception How can art explore, examine, and express pollination — metaphorical and otherwise? Explore this with artists and photographers. Admire art, discuss conservation, relax in the pollinator sanctuaries. Light refreshments, donations welcome. 3-5 p.m. at Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 434-2167.

SATURDAY, JULY 13 ‘Edible Landscapes’ Country Garden Tour Self-guided tour benefiting the Community Center in Jericho features eight stops in Jericho and Underhill, including six gardens, a complimentary tea and a tour of Jericho Settlers Farm where owners Christa and Mark will share their year-round growing techniques that can be applied to your own homestead or garden. Also visit with Queen City Acres, an urban-based farm that transitions backyards into productive agricultural spaces. Tickets $20, can be purchased beforehand at The Old Mill Craft Shop and Jericho Country Store. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Info: Linda Nadeau 310-1854. Shredfest New England Federal Credit

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SUNDAY, JULY 14 Butterfly and Bug Walk Join Vermont Entomological Society naturalists and entomologists for an exploratory stroll on the Birds of Vermont Museum grounds. Bring binoculars, magnifying glass and an insect net if you have one. Pack a lunch if you would like to picnic after the walk. Donations welcome. 10 a.m.–12 p.m. at Birds of Vermont Museum, Huntington, 434-2167.

TUESDAY, JULY 16 Summer Concert on the Village Green Bring a picnic and enjoy an evening of music featuring Left Eye Jump Band in collaboration with Baby Boomers Music Lovers Group. Sponsored by Friends of the Library. All ages welcome. 6-8:30 p.m. at the bandstand on the green in Williston Village. Rain location: Old Brick Church, Williston.

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 24 AARP Smart Driver Class Winooski Senior Center from 3:30-8:30 p.m. For reservations, call the Center at 655-6425.

ONGOING Catamount Community Forest Walk Series To celebrate the purchase of the Catamount Community Forest, the Vermont Master Naturalists of Williston (vermontmasternaturalist. org) are sponsoring a walk series held the second Saturday of each month from July through November 2019 at the forest on Governor Chittenden Road. The walks will be held rain or shine, 9-11 a.m.. All walks are free and open to the public. Meet at the informational kiosk in the main parking lot. Summervale The Intervale Center in Burlington presents Summervale, a weekly celebration of local food and farms. The gathering is held Thursdays through Aug. 29, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Intervale Center, 180 Intervale Rd., Burlington. intervale.org.

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Hydrant flushing begins The Town of Williston will be flushing hydrants during the months of July and August. The Department of Public Works advises that some residents may experience low water pressure at times.

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