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Bye-bye, speed bump By Jason Starr Observer staff
A speed bump designed to slow traffic on North Williston Road will be removed next week, just over a month after it was installed. Feedback from residents and commuters was overwhelmingly negative, said Town Manager Rick McGuire, and the bump is being blamed for a three-car crash that happened Aug. 14. But as the selectboard was voting — 4-0 last Tuesday with chairman Terry Macaig absent — to follow McGuire’s guidance and remove the bump, North Williston Road homeowner Steph Claro reminded the board the reasoning the piece was originally installed. “I know the commuters are going to hate it, but it’s slowing them down,” she said. “It’s amazing. Me and my kids crossed the road, and for the first time, we didn’t feel like we were risking our lives. “It’s changed my life.”
At just 3 inches in height, the bump is referred to by traffic engineers as a “speed table.” It was planned to be one of four installed along the road this year as the final elements in a suite of traffic calming measures resulting from a 2017 Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission study. Elements already installed include stop signs at Mountain View Road, a speed feedback sign and centerline rumble strips. After the selectboard approved the package last year, town administrators altered the location of the first speed bump installation to near Fay Lane and decided to go with a removable structure instead of a more permanent paved bump. McGuire said the town planned to remove the bump in October to avoid damage from snow plows. With the board’s decision Tuesday, the bump will not be replaced, and the remaining planned speed bumps will not be installed, McGuire said.
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Crews install a ‘speed table’ last month on North Williston Road. Due to negative feedback from residents and drivers, town officials plan to remove the element next week.
“Almost immediately upon installation of this speed table, we started getting complaints,” McGuire said. Because the bump is made of black material, it appears more imposing than it actually is. “Some cars are almost coming to a complete stop and then going over it,” McGuire said, describing the Aug. 14 crash as a pileup caused by a driver who stopped before
the bump and was rear-ended by inattentive drivers. The bump has also led to aggressive acceleration after cars go over it, and has exposed unsecured truck loads and trailers. “I am frustrated at the situation,” board member Jeff Fehrs said. “We (have) no good answers, and the one answer we thought might work is suddenly sounding like maybe it won’t.”
The bump was installed in front of the home of Steve Mease, who has reported increased traffic noise and lobbied the board to remove it. Last Tuesday, he thanked the board for its decision to remove it quickly. “We will not be installing anymore temporary or permanent speed tables (on North Williston Road),” McGuire confirmed, see BUMP page 2
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First responders imperiled while clearing crashes Observer staff report
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Williston firefighters extract a driver from a minivan in the second of two serious collisions on Interstate 89 in Richmond on Friday morning.
It was a hectic and tragic morning last Friday on Interstate 89. Two crashes and a near miss in succession left one person dead, three injured and three vehicles totaled. They also endangered the lives of responding personnel from the Williston and Richmond fire departments, Vermont State Police and other emergency response agencies. Both crashes involved vehicles careening from the southbound side of the interstate, over the median and
into the northbound side near mile marker 78 in Richmond. The second crash occurred as rescue crews were cleaning up debris from the first. Chaos began around 7 a.m. when, according to Vermont State Police, a Sheffield man driving a Dodge Ram truck drifted from the southbound lane over the median and into the northbound lane, striking a Ford F-350 truck head-on. The driver of the Dodge Ram was identified as Bruce Devenger. He was transported to the UVM Medical Center with serious injuries and died at the hospital, state police reported. The passenger of the Dodge and driver see INTERSTATE page 2
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“even though it was part of an approved plan by the selectboard.” The Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission, along with the Williston Police Department, continue to study the prevalence of speeding on the road, McGuire said. He plans to present new car speed data to the board at a future meeting to determine whether more mitigation is warranted. “It may be that the changes Observer photo by Al Frey we’ve already made (are suf- The speed bump installed on North Williston Road was made to be temporary. It will be removed next week. ficient),” he said.
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of the Ford truck that was struck were both transported to the hospital with serious injuries. State police believe alcohol, speed and inattentive driving contributed to the crash. Williston firefighters had arrived with a fire engine and ambulance and were called on to extricate Devenger and the driver of the Ford from their vehicles. They then joined Richmond firefighters in debris cleanup, when, near the same location as the first crash about two hours later, a tractor-trailer hit a Dodge Caravan in the southbound lane and careened through the median into the edge of
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the northbound side of the interstate. Several emergency first responders on the scene were nearly impacted, according to Prescott Nadeau, who was on scene with the Williston Fire Department. The driver of the tractor-trailer was identified as George Eaddy of Peekskill, N.Y. The driver of the Caravan was identified as Patrick Parks of Burlington. Parks was extracted from the vehicle by Richmond firefighters and transported by Williston Rescue to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the second crash remains under investigation, Vermont State Police said. Interstate 89 northbound was shut down for several hours while the crash scenes were investigated and cleared. About four hours after the first crash, a Vermont State Trooper was parked with emergency lights flashing helping to guide traffic around the crash scenes. According to Vermont State Police, a car approached the trooper at high speed and failed to move over with the rest of traffic. Believing he was about to be hit, the trooper accelerated into the interstate median and was nearly hit by the oncoming car, police said. The driver of the car was identified as John Legault of St. Albans. He was cited for careless and negligent operation. “Our hearts go out to the loved ones of those affected by (Friday’s) tragic events. At the same time, we are grateful that all first responders are safe and that there was no further tragedy,” Nadeau said in a press release. “Your patience and attention to the road is what keeps responders all over Vermont safe every day. “We do not know the cause of the secondary crash and it will remain under investigation by the Vermont State Police. Regardless, we are asking you all to please remember to keep your phones down and your heads up.”
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Board balks at Town Meeting petition policy By Jason Starr Observer staff
Williston residents have a history of addressing state and national issues at Town Meeting Day. But whether or not these questions appear as formal items up for vote on the Town Meeting agenda has been left to the selectboard to decide on a case-by-case basis. In most cases — like last year’s support of the state’s renewable energy goals — the board has been pressured by citizen petitions to include the questions. This process troubles selectboard member Jeff Fehrs. “Even if I might agree with it, I struggle with it,” he said during last week’s board meeting. “I’d rather the selectboard’s role in allowing or not allowing non-town business
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l Endorsing the United Nations’ “Earth Charter” in 2002. l Urging state representatives to change Act 60 in 1999. l A request that Congress redirect military funds for human services in 1998. Also, in 2017, a group of residents made a surprise proposal during Town Meeting Day to hold a vote on whether to support legislation that would require presidential candidates to file their tax returns to appear on a primary or general election ballot. “I don’t like advisory (questions),” board member Ted Kenney said last week. “If it doesn’t have something to do with town government, then it shouldn’t be part of town meeting. “We’re supposed to be talking see POLICY page 16
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Bobolinks return to Catamount forest By Carl Runge
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The Green Mountain Audubon Society has been surveying birds at the Catamount Community Forest since 1996. We have identified 140 species in variable habitats that include forests, grasslands, powerline
rights-of-way and wetlands. There is evidence of breeding for 53 species at Catamount. One bird we have been watching closely is the bobolink, a grassland species that has been in serious decline in the U.S. This wonderful member of the blackbird family is a long distance traveler. It winters sugarbush.com
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right on time, we were welcomed by the “R2D2”-like call of the returning Bobolinks. On that day, we spotted on the east field five males. The next week we saw the first females, and shortly after that both species could be seen popping up and down from potential nest sites. On June 15, we observed a male carrying a caterpillar — likely food for a recently born chick — and this observation continued over the next couple of weeks. In early July, we had a scare. Following a brief but powerful thunderstorm, which flattened the field, the population appeared to have disappeared. On July 3, we saw no bobolinks, and we were concerned the storm may have destroyed the nests. Not to worry — by July 9 they were back. On that day, we saw at least 30 Bobolinks. There appeared to be two family flocks numbering 10 to 12, with adult males and females and several fledglings, which are difficult to tell apart from the adult females. There were similar findings on July 16 with the fledglings now
very independent. Then, by July 22, all were gone from their nesting field. This was confirmed on July 29, and shortly after that, we released the field to the farmer, who mowed it a few days later. We speculate that all the bobolinks had retired to an undisclosed location to molt and grow new feathers prior to the time in the fall when they get together in large flocks and return to their wintering grounds. The bobolinks did not appear to be disturbed by the bikers and runners at Catamount, who use the trails around the perimeter of the field. It is also encouraging that, despite several years of unsuccessful nesting at Catamount, the birds continued to return to their ancestral breeding area. We are hopeful that, as long as we continue the current management plan, our breeding population of bobolinks will continue to grow and flourish at Catamount. Carl Runge is a member of the Green Mountain Audubon Society and the Williston Conservation Commission.
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By Bishop Christopher J. Coyne The Diocese of Burlington this week published a report listing the names of diocesan clergy who, since 1950, have had a credible and substantiated allegation of sexual abuse of a minor made against them. With one exception, all of these acts occurred more than 20 years ago. None of these priests are in ministry; most of them are deceased. While most of these allegations took place at least a generation ago, the numbers are still staggering; the victims of these priests are still bearing the wounds of what happened to them. Until now, the scope of all of this has been our “family secret.” Family secrets can be toxic. Harmful past experiences — unspoken, unaddressed, and known only by a few — fester like neglected wounds. The innocent victims of the family secret are often made to feel ashamed about what happened as no one seems to listen to them or even, sadly, at times believe them. While these secrets remain hidden, those who have been hurt are often unable to find the healing they need, especially if those who harmed them are still “part” of the family, even if only in memory. We often talk about the church as
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The Catamount Outdoor Family Center hosted a 5-mile mountain bike race Saturday attracting professional riders from around the Northeast. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Lea Davison, a resident of Jericho, rounds a corner on the singletrack. Davison finished second in the Elite Women’s division; Racers in the Elite Women’s division leave the starting area; rider Noah Tautfest of Vermont competes in the Men’s Elite division. Tautfest finished 19th.
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Susan More will present the ins and outs of Medicare and provide information on how to use the Center for Medicare’s Plan Finder website to help you find the health care plan that best fits your needs. The session includes a question-and-answer period. Refreshments provided. CLOTHING SWAP Saturday, Sept. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. A clothing swap for women of all sizes and style preferences. Bring clothes to swap that you no longer want or use, or just bring yourself and check out what is available. Refreshments will be served. All unclaimed clothing will be donated following the swap. BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB Tuesday, Sept. 17, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Meet others who love to talk about books. This month we will discuss “Can’t We Talk About Something More Pleasant?” by Roz Chast. Books available at the front desk. Beverages and dessert provided. TECH TUTOR Wednesday, Sept. 18, 4-6 p.m. Stop by anytime during tech hours for one-on-one technology help from a teen. Guarantee a time by making a 30-minute appointment at 878-4918. The Dorothy Alling Memorial Library is located at 21 Library Lane in Williston, and can be reached at 878-4918.
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committee of four men and three wome n a sse mble d t o rev iew clergy personnel files pertinent to any past allegation of abuse of a minor and to create a list of priests who have been credibly accused of sexually abusing a minor. Working completely independent of the Diocese, the committee only met with me twice, in the beginning and at the end of the process. I am grateful to the individuals who served on the file review committee, volunteering more than eight months of their time to thoroughly review files and materials and to compile a report of their findings. I am publishing the committee’s report as it was presented to me without any edits or changes. The report and information about the committee members can be viewed at www.vermontcatholic. org/promise/. In addition to confronting the sins of the past, we must remain vigilant in ensuring these sins do not occur in the future. I have listened to the stories of victims of clergy sexual abuse and will continue to do so. They need to hear over and over again that we believe them. They also need to know that we are doing everything we humanly can to make sure this does not happen again. T h e c h u r c h i n t h e Un it e d States has put in place policies a nd p ro c e d u r e s t o m a ke t he catholic church a safe place for ch ild ren tod ay. I n 20 02 , t he Diocese of Burlington adopted the “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People,” which requires: mandatory reporting of all abuse allegations to civil authorities; removal of
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credibly accused clerics from act ive m i n ist r y; backg rou nd checks of all priests, staff and volunteers; training to recognize and prevent abuse; and many other proactive steps to ensure the safety of all members of our chu rch family. As a result of our rigorous efforts, since 2002 there has been only one credible and substantiated claim of abuse against a priest in the Diocese of Burlington. There are no priests in ministry in Vermont who have had a credible and substantiated allegation made against them. As has been the case for the past 17 years, I, along with the clergy, staff and volunteers of t he D io c e s e, a r e c om m it t e d to suppor t i ng and ca r i ng for all victims of abuse and will continue to work to ensure safe environments for all god’s people — especially children, youth and vulnerable individuals— in which no form of harassment, sexual or otherwise, is tolerated. If you have been abused, or if you suspect a minor or vulnerable person has been abused, contact the proper authorities immediately, including local law enforcement and the Diocese’s Victim Assistance Line at 866-485-2488. Please visit www.vermontcatholic.org/promise for regular updates, frequently asked questions and more information regarding the dioceses’ promise to protect children and vulnerable persons entrusted to our care. The greater family of the catholic church is in much need of healing. Together, we can mend our family’s discord and, by the grace of god, ensure that these sins do not happen again.
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mond, brothers-in law and sisterin-law Malcolm Bruce, John Sirois and Arlene Sirois. The family would like to extend their appreciation and special thanks to the staff at McClure Miller Respite House for their loving care during Helen’s stay. Also a special thank you to Carol & Ron Roberge who maintained a vigil at Helen’s bedside. Visiting hours were held on Sunday, August 25, 2019 at A. W. Rich Funeral Home – Essex Chapel. Burial followed in the family lot in Riverview Cemetery, Richmond. Memorial contributions in Helen’s memory may be made to the Williston Fire Department, 645 Talcott Rd., Williston, VT 05495. The family also invites you to share your memories and condolences by visiting www.awrfh.com.
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How to find a good financial planner mission by selling you financial products. Fee-only planners charge only for their services. For example, you might pay $150 to $350 an hour for a financial tune-up, a flat fee per project or an asset-based fee. To find a fee-only planner in your area, use the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (www. NAPFA.org), which carefully vets all members and offers an online directory. Or see the Garrett Planning Network (www.GarrettPlanningNetwork.com), a network of fee-only advisers, or the Alliance of Comprehensive Planners (www. ACplanners.org), a community of fee-only advisors that charge annual retainers. If your needs are more specific, some other financial professionals to consider are a registered investment adviser (RIA) who is registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission or a state securities regulator to manage investment portfolios; a chartered financial consultant (ChFC), who specialize in
insurance and estate planning; and a certified public accountant (CPA), who can help with tax planning. Be leery of many other financial advising titles, designations and certifications that are out there like “certified financial consultant” or “wealth management specialist.” Many of these require no more than a few courses at a seminar or online, which means they’re not worth much. To research the different certifications or designations, visit www.FINRA.org/investors, click on “Tools & Calculators,” then on “Professional Designations.” HOW TO CHOOSE After you find a few candidates in your area, call them up and schedule an appointment to meet and interview them. Find out about their experience, expertise and the types of services they provide; if they’re a fiduciary; how they charge and how much; what is their investment philosophy; and how will they handle your ongoing questions or
financial needs. Look for someone whose clients are in situations similar to yours and who’s available as often as you need them. It’s also wise to do a background check on your potential advisor. At www.LetsMakeaPlan.org, you can verify a planner’s certification as a certified financial planner. You’ll also see any information on the planner’s disciplinary history with the CFP board and on bankruptcy filings in the past 10 years. To vet a registered investment adviser, go to www.Investor.gov, where you can search an individual’s name and click on “Detailed Report” to see information on qualifications, employment history, disciplinary actions, criminal convictions and more. To check out a broker, visit w w w.Broker Check.f in ra.org, where you can search an individual or firm’s name to get details like years of experience, licensing, exams passed and regulatory actions.
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Peanut-powered protein This peanut-based recipe is loaded with protein for a power-packed, grab-and-go snack. PEANUT BUTTER SQUARES Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Yield: 24 squares Nonstick cooking spray 1 package (17 1/2 ounces) peanut butter cookie mix 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 tablespoon water 1 egg 3 cups miniature marshmallows 2/3 cup light corn syrup 2 tablespoons butter 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 bag (10 ounces) peanut butter chips 2 cups crispy rice cereal 2 cups salted roasted peanuts Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray 13-by-9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, oil, water and egg until soft dough forms. Press dough into prepared pan. Bake 15-20 minutes, or until set. Sprinkle marshmallows over crust. Bake 1-2 minutes until marshmallows begin to puff. Remove from oven. In 4-quart saucepan over low heat, heat corn syrup, butter, vanilla and peanut butter chips, stirring constantly until chips are melted and smooth. Remove from heat. Stir in cereal and peanuts; spoon mixture evenly over marshmallow layer. Refrigerate 30 minutes, or until firm. Cut into bars and serve. —Family Features
CALENDAR TUESDAY, SEPT. 3 ‘The Addams Family’ auditions Audition for roles in Lyric Theatre Company’s “The Addams Family.” 5:45 p.m. Lyric Theatre Company Creative Space, 7 Green Tree Drive, South Burlington. Auditions continue Sept. 4-5. www. lyrictheatrevt.org. Japanese quilt showcase Photo lecture from quilter Allison Wilbur. 6:30 p.m. Holy Family Parish Hall, 30 Lincoln St., Essex Junction. www.cvqgvt.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4 Conservation walk Explore the town’s newly acquired riverfront conservation area off Route 2A. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Meet at Trinity Baptist School, 280 Trinity Drive, Williston.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 6 ‘The Secret Garden’ auditions Audition for roles in the Shelburne Players’ fall play “The Secret Garden.” 10 a.m. Shelburne Town Center, 5420 Shelburne Road. Suemartin455@yahoo.com.
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TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 Vermont Civil War story A uniquely personal Civil War story as seen through the eyes of two Vermont brothers who left behind a treasure trove of letters discovered recently by Carlton Young. He will be discussing the brothers’ experiences as told in the letters. 7 p.m. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, Williston.
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 through November 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. NAMI-VT Williston Family Support Group For family members and close friends of a loved one with a serious mental illness. First and third Monday of the month. 6-7:30 p.m. at the NAMI-VT office, 600 Blair Park Road. 310-4199. Sustainable Williston monthly meeting. Fourth Thursday of each month. 7:15 p.m. Dorothy Alling Memorial Library, 21 Library Lane, Williston. Meet to discuss sustainability issues and projects and plan new steps for the future. 6 p.m. potluck dinner precedes discussion. Richmond Farmers’ Market Every Friday through Oct. 11, 3-7 p.m. on the Volunteers Green in Richmond. Discover local produce, prepared food, handmade crafts, baked goods, local meat, live music and more. info@richmondfarmersmarketvt.org.
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BUILDING & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER Permanent full-time position available for a Building & Grounds Maintenance worker. Year-round responsibilities include building maintenance, grounds maintenance, custodial work, sidewalk plowing, and other duties as assigned. During the season of November 1st – March 30th, must be available 24/7. Experience in building maintenance to include mechanical systems and building infrastructure. Valid VT State Driver’s license is required. Applications can be picked up at the Public Works office at 7878 Williston Road. EOE. Position will remain open until filled.
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TOWN OF ST. GEORGE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to 24 V.S.A. § 4444, The Selectboard will convene a public hearing on Thursday, September 19, 2019, 7:00PM, at the St. George Town Office, 21 Barber Road, to discuss and receive comments on draft amendments to the Town of St. George Land Use Regulations. The purpose of the proposed Flood Hazard and River Corridor Overlay District is to regulate land development within the special flood hazard area and river corridors to: (1) Avoid and minimize the loss of life and property, the disruption of commerce, the impairment of the tax base, and the extraordinary public expenditures and demands on public services that result from flooding related inundation and erosion; (2) Ensure that the selection, design, creation, and use of development in hazard areas is reasonably safe and accomplished in a manner that is consistent with public wellbeing, does not impair stream equilibrium, floodplain services, or the river corridor; and (3) Manage flood hazard areas in accordance with state and federal regulations so that the Town of St. George, its residents and businesses will remain eligible
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about roads and highways,” he continued. “If we’re going to be talking about a U.N resolution, I don’t want to be there for that.” Kenney and board member Joy Limoge — who both voted against adding the 2018 resolution of support for the state’s renewable energy goals — said adding advisory questions should remain at the discretion of the board. “It’s better to look at it on a caseby-case basis rather than to set a bar that may be too low or too high,” Limoge said. Fehrs acquiesced, and no motion to create a policy was made. Board chair Terry Macaig was absent from the meeting.
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