Johnson
Age (if entered):
44
What does Vermont mean to you?
A state with a unique personality, apparent as soon as the border is crossed. My home; shared with everyone else connected to Vermont.
What common values do Vermonters share?
Sense of place Schedule governed by the seasons Interdependence Hard work
What challenges and opportunities do we see for our communities and state?
Crumbling infrastructure (roads, bridges, buildings.)The opportunity to invent a better way will never be a reality because it would mean doing things differently.
What should our priorities be as we work together to prepare Vermont for the future?
Consider new and better versions of everything from governance to taxation. Reach consensus on generally agreed upon outcomes and design steps to reach them instead of changing plans "midstream" when we aren't having success.
How do your thoughts about Vermont's values, future challenges and priority issues apply to YOUR community?
Vermont, as a state, is my community. Too many don't see the forest (state) for the trees (localities).Ideally there would be a trickle up effect, but why not use gravity and try more of a trickle down approach?