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Here you'll find the latest information about what's happening at our member organizations, opportunities in the community, and the latest news from the Legislature. Also VAHC Staff share their thoughts about the housing crisis in Vermont.

David Martins

Sep 14, 20121 min read

Federal Grant Gives Vermont New Health Care Opportunities

WILLISTON – “The state has received an $18 million federally-funded ‘Money Follows the Person’ (MFP) 5-year grant to help people living...

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David Martins

Sep 14, 20121 min read

Senator Bernie Sanders Recognized by National Housing Group

By Chris Donnelly, Champlain Housing Trust & Jessica Grant, National CLT Network, September 11, 2012 Burlington, Vermont – “The National...

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David Martins

Sep 12, 20121 min read

Announcing VLIAC's Annual Legislative and Advocate Dinner

The Vermont Low-Income Advocacy Council (VLIAC) announces it’s Annual Legislative and Advocate dinner on 6:00 P.M. on September 19 at...

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David Martins

Sep 5, 20121 min read

Vermont Housing and Conservation Coalition Annual Meeting 2012

The Vermont Housing and Conservation Coalition’s (VHCC) announces it’s Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 10, from 1pm-3pm at the...

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David Martins

Sep 5, 20121 min read

Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Application Workshops

The Vermont Community Development Program (VCDP) will be hosting three Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)...

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David Martins

Sep 4, 20121 min read

DCF Leadership Teams District Town Meetings

Please join members of the DCF Leadership Team in a Town Meeting in your district. The purpose of this meeting is to engage your best...

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David Martins

Aug 30, 20121 min read

Job Posting: Community Development Specialist II

Job Description, Community Development Specialist II: Consultative and administrative work at a professional level involving a federally...

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After Irene: Weston Trailer Park makes a comeback — thanks to the help of volunteers, FEMA

David Martins

Aug 29, 20121 min read

After Irene: Weston Trailer Park makes a comeback — thanks to the help of volunteers, FEMA

#Homelessness #VTIrene #VT #VTRecovery #HousingCreationandPreservation #DisasterRelief #Housing #MobileHomeParks #Irene

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Stowe Reporter: Affordable housing pinch gets tighter

David Martins

Aug 17, 20121 min read

Stowe Reporter: Affordable housing pinch gets tighter

#Homelessness #VT #HousingCreationandPreservation #StateBudgetFunding #Housing #HousingHealthandSafety

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Seven Days Article: The Other Bed Down: Will New Campus Housing Fix Burlington's Rental Problem

David Martins

Aug 2, 20121 min read

Seven Days Article: The Other Bed Down: Will New Campus Housing Fix Burlington's Rental Problem

#HousingEvents #FairHousing #VT #Homeownership #RentalHousing #HousingCreationandPreservation #Housing #HousingHealthandSafety...

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David Martins

Aug 2, 20121 min read

Housing Division Rules Public Hearing: August 21, 2012

The Department of Economic, Housing and Community Development will hold a public hearing on August 21, 2012 at 9:30 AM in the Calvin...

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David Martins

Aug 2, 20121 min read

Vermont's CDBG Disaster Recovery Action Plan submitted to HUD

Vermont’s CDBG Disaster Recovery Action Plan was submitted to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on July 20, 2012. ...

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David Martins

Jul 24, 20121 min read

RFP for DOC Transitional Housing Open Bid Process

Please be advised that there is a current open bid process for a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the Department of Corrections for...

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David Martins

Jul 24, 20122 min read

Re-Envisioning the General Assistance Housing Program: Open Meeting for Stakeholder Input

Re-posted from the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness & the Agency of Human Services The Vermont Department for Children and...

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Burlington Free Press: Court: Tenants must get notice on water shutoffs

David Martins

Jul 19, 20121 min read

Burlington Free Press: Court: Tenants must get notice on water shutoffs

#Homelessness #VT #Homeownership #Poverty #BurlingtonFreePress #RentalHousing #AdvocacyandPolicy #Housing #HousingHealthandSafety

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COTS is 'hobbling together the spaces' after flooding

David Martins

Jul 16, 20121 min read

COTS is 'hobbling together the spaces' after flooding

#Homelessness #VT #Poverty #BurlingtonFreePress #DisasterRelief #Housing #HousingHealthandSafety #HousingAgencyandNonprofitNews

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David Martins

Jul 12, 20121 min read

Vermont 5-Year Plan Feedback Needed

Your feedback is important! The Vermont 5-Year Plan to End Homelessness Committee created and each voted on the top goals and strategies...

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David Martins

Jul 12, 20121 min read

Job Posting: Vermont Center For Independent Living, Peer Advocate Counselor

Vermont Center for Independent Living, a statewide disability rights organization, is currently seeking a candidate for the following...

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David Martins

Jul 12, 20122 min read

White River Junction VAMC Looking for Shelters to Contract & Partner with for Veteran Homeless &

The White River Junction VAMC is looking for shelters to contract and partner with for the Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Service. The...

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David Martins

Jul 6, 20121 min read

COTS NEEDS YOUR HELP

As you may know, the July 4th storms and flash floods that hit Burlington and other parts of the state flooded out the Committee on...

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