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NEK Community Announcements
Special Funding for Tax Credits!
A BONUS round of funding for the Downtown and Village Center Tax Credit Program is available for projects that improve building safety and enhance the historic character of commercial and community buildings in designated communities. The credits support general rehabilitation work, facade improvements, code compliance work, and flood mitigation projects. Applications for this bonus round are due Jan. 16, 2023. Questions? Caitlin.Corkins@vermont.gov https://accd.vermont.gov/historic-preservation/funding/tax-credits
Climate Economy Resilient Communities
The VT Council on Rural Development (VCRD) is seeking participants for the Climate Economy Resilient Communities program. VCRD will provide assistance to communities working on local climate action solutions to enhance community engagement, outreach, strategic planning, technical assistance, and/or project implementation. Community leaders and volunteers are invited to submit a simple online application by Nov. 7th. Learn More & Apply
Stewarding Community Forests, Nov. 15th, 12:00-1:30 pm
This is the first webinar in the series Building the New Forest Future, presented by the Northern Forest Center. Panelists from across the region will discuss the value of community owned and managed forests and how to develop priorities to meet community needs. The series is free. Register
News from NVDA’s 2022 Annual Meeting 2022 Annual Report
Business Announcements
Cheer On Whiteout Solutions Nov. 10th!
The Center on Rural Innovation (CORI) has chosen Whiteout Solutions, a NEK business startup, to participate in a national pitch session with a prize of $10,000! Tune in Nov 10th to support our local entrepreneurs as they compete against ten other rural startups from across the country. Learn more and register to watch the virtual event Here. Good Luck Whiteout!
Final Company Presentations: Forest Product’s Accelerator – Nov. 16th
Join DoNorth Coworking and NVU at Burke Mountain Hotel, Nov. 16th from 3:00-6:00 pm for the Forest Product’s Accelerator final presentations and reception. Participating companies will make short presentations that incorporate their Accelerator program experience and the prize winner will take home $10,000! Cohort-2022 Register Here www.forestaccelerator.org
Get a Free Business Energy Consultation
Efficiency Vermont is offering free on-site energy visits to all Vermont businesses. The consultations give businesses access to rebate offers, financing solutions, and technical advice. Schedule a walkthrough even if you plan to make energy updates further down the road. Learn more & sign up!
Employment Opportunities
Two Planning Positions at NVDA
NVDA has openings for skilled, self-motivated full-time Planners. The positions will remain open until filled. To learn more about NVDA visit www.nvda.net. No phone calls please.
Job Opening at CAE
The Center for an Agricultural Economy in Hardwick is seeking a Deputy Director with leadership skills to facilitate a supportive workplace across CAE departments, programs, and initiatives. Full time position with generous benefits. Learn more at www.hardwickagriculture.org/jobs.
Upcoming Events
Veterans Small Business Workshop, Nov. 3rd
VT Technical College, Randolph. A panel discussion of Vermont’s veteran and military spouse business owners sharing their experience. Here about the challenges, successes, and resources they used to start and grow their businesses. This event is offered in a hybrid format. Participants can join by Zoom (link available upon registration) or in person. Register Here
NEK Together, Nov. 11th
Burke Mountain Conference Center, all day. This region-wide, cross-sector community summit is presented by the NEK Collaborative. Individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and municipal entities face the challenges of housing, workforce development, connectivity, and community engagement. Everyone across the NEK is invited to come together to build community-based leadership and engagement. Registration includes lunch and refreshments. NEK Together 2022
VT Statewide Housing Conference, Nov. 16th
Hilton Burlington, 60 Battery Street, 7:45 am-7:00 pm. The 2022 in-person event will cover a range of topics like housing development, single family financing, affordable housing, homelessness, housing policy, local planning, and other special topics. Register Here
Save the Date: VCDA Fall Conference, Dec. 6th
VT Community Development Association Fall Conference will be held at The Chandler Center for the Arts in Randolph. Registration opens soon. Visit the website and learn more about VCDA: vtcda.org
Career Training & Adult Education Courses
Two Free Courses at NVU & VTC for Vermonters – Fall 2022 and Spring 2023
North Country Career Center, Newport https://nc3.ncsuvt.org/adult-education
Contact Marina Cole (802) 334-5469 x3305 marina.cole@ncsuvt.org
St. Johnsbury Academy https://stjacademy.org/adult-education/
Contact Sandra Mings Lamar (802) 748-7738 smingslamar@stjacademy.org
Lyndon Institute Career & Technical Education Center https://www.lyndoninstitute.org/academics/career-technical-education
Contact Jeremy White, jeremy.white@lyndoninstitute.org
Canaan School CTE Program https://www.canaanschools.org/career-technical-center/
Contact Chris Damato (802) 266-8910 cdamato@canaanschools.org
Sterling College School of the New American Farmstead https://www.ce.sterlingcollege.edu
Contact Nakasi Fortune continuingeducation@sterlingcollege.edu
Funding Opportunities
Grant Writing Assistance
Loan Programs
Incentive Programs for Vermont Businesses
Business Resources
Looking for Commercial or Office Space?
dsnedeker@nvda.net (802) 748-8303
tgonyaw@nvda.net (802) 748-1220
Offices for Rent: (electricity & heat included) Gallery Building, St. Johnsbury
Commercial Building Lots for Sale: St. Johnsbury-Lyndon Industrial Park & Orleans Industrial Park (water & sewer available)
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Northeastern Vermont Development Association www.nvda.net
St. Johnsbury Office: 802.748-5181 Fax: 802.748-1223
Newport Office: 194 Main Street, Suite 219, Newport, VT 05855; 802.334-5861
NVDA is the regional planning and development organization serving
Caledonia, Essex and Orleans Counties – An equal opportunity lender, provider and employer.
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