AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCanada Tariffs Hit Vermont Businesses: U.S. lawmakers warn the collapse of Canada trade talks and new 50% tariffs will raise prices and disrupt cross-border commerce, with Vermont Gov. Phil Scott calling the move a “tax” that strains a key partner relationship. Housing + Capital Crunch: A Vermont housing op-ed argues the state’s bottleneck isn’t just zoning and construction—it’s financing, pointing to Invest in Vermont low-interest support as a model for workforce projects. Nonprofit Funding Skills: Southern Vermont nonprofit leaders can attend “Financial Strategies for Strong Nonprofits” Sept. 23 in Wardsboro, focused on budgets, business planning, and diversifying revenue. Energy + Public Power Leadership: Vermont Public Power Supply Authority GM Ken Nolan was elected president of the Northeast Public Power Association, highlighting shared regional challenges in energy markets and reliability. Local Tech for Community Events: Veerio launched a Chittenden County pilot to centralize local event discovery and cut through scattered flyers and outdated listings. Ben & Jerry’s Court Fight: A judge narrowed Ben & Jerry’s lawsuit accusing Unilever of silencing social activism tied to the company’s earlier sale. Fraud Watch (Out of State): BBB Scam Tracker data shows Michigan cities with reported scams, underscoring ongoing consumer fraud losses nationwide.
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