AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWater Safety: Vermont health officials are warning beachgoers to check for cyanobacteria after algae blooms closed multiple swimming areas, noting kids and pets are most at risk because they may swallow contaminated water; symptoms can include rashes, vomiting/diarrhea, and sometimes neurological effects. Clean Transportation: Vermont is accepting applications for $5.9 million from the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust to replace older diesel vehicles and equipment with electric options, including trucks, school buses, forklifts, airport ground support, and certain marine engines. Public Lands & Recreation: Two Stowe-area men agreed to pay $35,000 and remove illegal mountain bike trail features after state claims they cut about 327 trees and drilled rocks to anchor crossings in Mt. Mansfield State Forest. Lakes Protection: Gov. Phil Scott proclaimed July as Lakes Appreciation Month, highlighting the Shoreland Protection Act and the Lake Wise program as tools to protect lake health amid climate-driven drought and flooding. Wildlife Coexistence: Vermont Fish & Wildlife is continuing outreach on keeping bears wild, including practical steps communities can take to reduce food conditioning around homes and businesses. Conservation Careers: The Fish & Wildlife Department is offering a Junior Warden Weekend for teens ages 15–17 at the Green Mountain Conservation Camp in Castleton, mixing K-9 demos, mock investigations, and hands-on conservation work.
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