Cavendish Update 5/7/21: Pot Holes/131/News/Events
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5/7/21
1. Route 131 Road Construction: Week of May 10
2. Cavendish Info
3. Covid update
4. Events
1. ROUTE 131 ROAD CONSTRUCTION: Week of May 10-To the complaints about the potholes in Cavendish Village, VTrans has provided the following information to explain last weekend’s situation. The Pike supervisor was onsite on Saturday and had hoped to grade the road then, but the worst parts of the road were still oversaturated and the potholes full of water. This pothole issue cannot be fixed in the rain or wet conditions. It is more of a hazard to make three inches of slime everywhere than it is to have potholes in several locations. They were out there at 5:15 this morning to get the road graded and in better shape prior to the AM commute. Please know it is a difficult situation, they are aware, and they are doing the best they can giving the surface conditions. Pike Industries is out early trying to make the roads as passable as possible for the morning commute. The weather isn’t cooperating. Bottom line-avoid traveling 131 if you can.
Construction this coming week: Berm removal and ditching operations will continue next week at various locations and will be proceeding easterly throughout the project.
The pulverization pass for reclaim will continue next week. This is scheduled to be completed by 5/19. The traveling public should expect longer delays where the reclaim operation is taking place, and may want to add extra time to travel plans as the road surface will be gravel. The roadway will not have lines on the gravel surface to delineate travel lanes. Rough road should be expected and the contractor will be grading the rougher areas as needed.
The contractor is scheduled to spread gravel on top of the reclaimed area next week to correct roadway geometry. This is currently scheduled for completion on 5/31.
The traveling public should expect delays where the gravel spreading is taking place and it is recommended that extra time be added to travel plans.
2. CAVENDISH INFO
• CHS Briefs: The Cavendish Historical Society’s May Briefs is now available at their blog. This includes information on the upcoming annual plant sale and how to order specific plants.
• Raffle Tickets Available at the Transfer Station: The Proctorsville RC Club is holding a raffle to raise money for various projects. Tickets are available at the Cavendish Transfer Station. First prize is a Traxxas Slash 2 WD with 2 S lipo battery charger. 2nd prize is a Traxxas hat, t-shirt and sweatshirt. Tickets are $10 with the drawing June 5th. You do not need to be present to win.
• Big Changes Coming to Fox Run Golf Club in Ludlow: VT Journal
• VT Labor Department has paid hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent claims: The Vermont Department of Labor has paid out hundreds of thousands of dollars in fraudulent unemployment claims during the pandemic, according to the state’s labor commissioner. The online portal has been closed for filing claims as 90% of entries were fraudulent. VT Digger
3. COVID UPDATE: Cavendish’s total Covid cases stands at 26, with no new cases this past week. Modeling continues to show declining cases in Vermont, New England and the US. Cases in VT are down 61% since April 1. Hospitalizations have also dropped. While cases in the 40+ group decreased by 22% this past week, it increased by 23% in those 0-39 years of age. This directly relates to 78% of Vermonters 40+ having had at least one vaccination dose, while only 41% of those 0-39 having done so. In fact, the VT Dept of Health (VDH) is specifically targeting the 18-39 year old group with their campaign to “get vaccinated” as your Mother’s Day gift this year. See the Vaccination section below to learn more about special drive in clinics, requiring no appointments today and tomorrow.
As of 5/6, Vermont has a case count of, 22,824 with 246 deaths, and 19 people in hospital, with six in the ICU. Over 65% of Vermonters, aged 16+, have received at least one dose of the vaccine, with over 46% being fully vaccinated. VT now leads the country in vaccinations.
In the midst of such promise, it is important to note the situation in India, which is being decimated by a variant B.1.617 that was first detected in October. The current research indicates that this variant is similar to the South African and Brazilian ones. We live in a global world, so it’s not surprising that the Indian variant has already appeared in the US. The one piece of good news is that the existing vaccinations appear to be effective against these new variants, Nature
To help relief efforts in India, click here. We’ve seen how quickly the UK variant has spread throughout the US, including Vermont. Protect yourself, family and community with vaccination. It’s our best strategy against the mutating Covid virus.
Vermont’s Masking Guidelines: Announced last Friday, the new guidelines only require outside masking, regardless of vaccination status, if it’s not possible to social distance. With the science showing outdoor transmission is rare and poses little risk, the Governor noted “If you’re walking down the street, you don’t need to wear a mask, If you’re at the dog park and you’re not in a crowd, you don’t need a mask. If you’re with people outdoors in accordance with the gathering policy, you don’t need a mask.” Health Commissioner Mark Levine also noted, “if any of your activities turn into a crowded situation, have your mask with you in case you need it.”
ARTICLES OF INTEREST
- Giving 2 Doses Of Different COVID-19 Vaccines Could Boost Immune Response
- New Study Estimates More Than 900,000 People Have Died Of COVID-19 In U.S.
VACCINATIONS: Vermont is offering special COVID-19 Johnson & Johnson (one dose)“Drive-In vaccination opportunities this weekend.
- Friday May 7: Tunbridge Fairgrounds from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You can register through the Health Department website, or just “drive in,” no appointment necessary.
- Saturday, May 8, Bear Ridge Speedway no appointment needed 4-7 pm 1058 Kidder Road in Bradford. There will be 150 doses.
- Saturday May 8 Devils Bowl Speedways: No appointment needed, 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 2743 VT-22A in West Haven .There will be 180 slots available.
Make an appointment for your free vaccine on-line or by calling 855-722-7878.
Local Resources: Cavendish Resource Guide; CHS Cares Closet: Masks (cloth and disposable), books, toys, craft supplies. Open 24/7. All free. Located next to the steps of the Cavendish Historical Society Museum.
4. UPCOMING EVENTS:
MAY 8 (SATURDAY): CCCA Annual Spring Bird Walk: Two hour bird watching amble along 20 Mile Stream Rd. and into the surrounding fields. Meet at Crows Café at 7 am - wear good walking shoes, mask up, and bring your binoculars! RSVP to Robin at 226-7736. Limit is 10 people. FMI: CCCA website
MAY 9 (SUNDAY): HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY
MAY 10 (MONDAY): Cavendish Select Board Meeting, held by Zoom at 6:30 pm. Agenda and call in information will be posted to the Cavendish VT Facebook page as soon as it is received.
MAY 14 (FRIDAY): Estate sale, 8-2, 43 Carlton Rd, Intersection of Carlton Rd and 131). A huge selection of small furniture items, bed frames, furnishings, decor, artwork, Christmas decor, glassware, kitchenware, pool table, hand crafted wood/iron bar, barstools, lawn/garden tools, tent/campsite package, TV, CDs, books, dozens of old National Geographic magazines, and more! Cash/Venmo/Paypal only; no personal checks.
MAY 15 (SATURDAY): Estate sale continues at 43 Carlton Rd from 8-noon
MAY 22 (SATURDAY): Fabric and Craft Supply Sale, 1-2 in the Fletcher Farm Gift Shop. Lots of fabric, yarn, art supplies, books, frames, raw wood products and more.
MAY 25 (TUESDAY): Household Hazardous Waste Day 2-6 pm at the Springfield Transfer Station. FMI
MAY 28 (FRIDAY): Cavendish Historical Society’s Annual Plant Sale early bird special, 5:30-7 pm on the Museum grounds. Masking and social distancing required. FMI: 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com
MAY 29 (SATURDAY): Cavendish Historical Society’s Annual Plant Sale 9-2 on the Museum grounds. Masking and social distancing required. FMI: 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com
MAY 31 (MONDAY): MEMORIAL DAY. Legal holiday. Town office closed.
JUNE 14 (MONDAY): Gift and Craft Shop opens at Fletcher Far for the season. The shop is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10-4. Crafters and artists who are also members of the society may enter their work into the shop for sale.
JUNE 19-20 (SATURDAY-SUNDAY): Vermont Art Council’s Open Studio Weekend. Fletcher Farm School will be one of the spots.
JUNE 26 (SATURDAY): Birds in Bloom, market gathering of local art, decorated bird houses, and plants sponsored by Cavendish Streetscapes from Noon to 5 on the Proctorsville Green.
JULY 3 (SATURDAY): Fletcher Farm Craft Sale. Vendors and volunteers needed. FMI: Festival Director Sue Carey at SueSmyserCarey@hotmail.com.
JULY 4 (SUNDAY): HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!
JULY 31 (SATURDAY): 11th Annual Cavendish Town Wide Tag Sale
AUGUST 21 (SATURDAY: Fletcher Farm Craft Sale. Vendors and volunteers needed. FMI: Festival Director Sue Carey at SueSmyserCarey@hotmail.com.
SEPT. 11 (SATURDAY): VT Golden Honey Festival 10-4 at the Golden Stage Inn, Proctorsville Depot St. Free
CA❤︎ENDSH-A SAFER SIX COMMUNITY
1. Vaccinate
2. Mask
3. Social distance
4. Wash hands frequently
5. Avoid unnecessary travel
6. Test if you have symptoms, have traveled out of state, or been in contact with someone who has tested positive.
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