SMART Growth

As always, housing and gas prices, that continue to rise. Also, balancing Lake Champlain, and all water areas. We need these areas for the balance of nature and for recreational uses.

Jobs and education should be priority one and not just any kind of job. Jobs that pay decent wages and benefits something I have not had since I moved to the NEK in 1998.

Preserving the vast wildlife of Vermont. There may not be as wide a variety of species as in some areas, but we have a larger population:land ratio than most states for many of the animals that life in Vermont.

Be inclusive of all groups. Make sure everyone has a voice, especially those who have been here for generations, but include newcomers,too. Use this as an opportunity to educate each other and to learn from each other and to work together to meet common goals.

less taxes, less government, fewer entitlements, no gay marriages

We need to work together including with government to attract business as well as network with existing employers on the broadcasting of jobs as they come available. One other thing - whenever a business developer promises jobs, we need to know that they will be hiring Vermonters and not importing employees from other areas.

Renewable fuel sources. Transitional Towns (UK as guideline). Responsible growth and development. Utilizing VT resources (and values) in addressing issues. Greening houses, both existing and new. Educating for, and supporting, responsible farming practices. Creating and supporting local businesses/economies.