AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUVM Budget Crunch: The University of Vermont says a projected 7% drop in undergraduate enrollment (including a 15% fall in first-year/transfer students) is driving an about $12 million general-fund deficit, prompting a 3.25% cut plan and tighter spending across housing, dining, and departments. School Tech Backlash: Parents in Vermont and beyond are pushing districts to limit or opt out of classroom tech, arguing screens are hurting focus—while schools say tech is essential to the curriculum. Local Water & Power Pressure: Vermont’s AG announced a $265,000 penalty against Franklin Foods for alleged wastewater permit violations, and Vergennes residents raised safety concerns about a proposed battery storage project near homes. Statehouse Land-Use Fight: Gov. Phil Scott is again pressing lawmakers on wetland buffer changes tied to Act 181, as the Legislature revisits parts of the law after rural pushback. Business Spotlight: In Swanton, Cioffi Realty opened on Merchants Row, adding to downtown momentum. Arts & Community: GNAT-TV’s June 3 fundraiser spotlights the growing challenge of sustaining local news and community storytelling.
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