AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoFood Waste & Recycling: Vermont’s DEC is kicking off a statewide Scrap Food Waste Challenge for Food Waste Prevention Week (Sept. 28–Oct. 4), urging people to stop food waste before it hits compost or trash. Public Health & Environment: Southwestern Vermont Medical Center says its medication disposal kiosk has collected more than 4,000 pounds of unused and expired drugs, helping keep pharmaceuticals out of homes and improper disposal streams. Wildlife & Disease Watch: Sharon officials issued a rabies warning after a cat died with suspected rabies signs, noting Vermont’s ongoing rabies cases and reminding residents to keep pets vaccinated. Climate & Agriculture Research: UVM and USDA opened a new Food Systems Research Station in Charlotte, using GPS-collared cattle to study Northeast grazing choices and improve forage systems. Local Water Planning: Vermont DEC is seeking public comment on draft Missisquoi Bay and Lamoille River Basin plans. Policy & Accountability: Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark announced a settlement requiring a Southeastern Vermont nonprofit to repay more than $390,000 for mishandled Medicaid funds. Community & Leadership: Vermont Community Leadership Summit returns Oct. 6 at Castleton, with workshops spanning housing, climate resilience, and civic projects.
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