Cavendish Update 3/17/23: SB Mtg/McNamara resigns/News/Events
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HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY: We’re happy to report that there is only one outage affecting 19 GMP customers in Cavendish. This should be repaired by 8 pm. The Cavendish Warming Shelter, at the Cavendish Baptist Church, has been open since Wednesday morning, but will be winding down today and tomorrow. You can still grab a coffee, snack, take a shower, charge devices, use Internet etc. Thank you to all who make the Shelter possible and a very special thanks to GMP for restoring power as quickly as they did.
3/17/23
1. Cavendish Select Board Meeting
2. Memory Café/Support for Caregivers
3. Cavendish Info:
4. Covid update
5. Events
1. CAVENDISH SELECT BOARD MEETING 3/12/23: Cavendish Select Board (SB) meetings are videoed by Okemo Valley TV and posted to their website. In addition, unapproved minutes from Monday’s meeting will be posted at the Cavendish Municipal Website. The VT Journal and Chester Telegraph generally provide coverage.
The big news of Monday night’s meeting came from the executive session that took place just prior to the monthly meeting. Town Manager, Brendan McNamara, has accepted the town manager position for Ludlow and his last day working for Cavendish will be April 3.
The following took place at Monday’s meeting:
Acted on the following:
• Conducted Annual Organizational Meeting
• Accepted the resignation of McNamara
• Approved the use of the town greens for the 13th Annual Town Wide Tag Sale on July 29th from 9-2
• Agreed to provide a letter to Reese Brown, owner of the Academy Building, which would mitigate the restriction currently on the deed that prohibits the use of the building for a home.
• Approved three year appointments to the Cavendish Planning Commission for Noah Schmidt, Shirley Clarke, and Jeff Strange. This will give the Commission sufficient members so they can resume meeting.
• Approved Certification of Highway Miles
• Approved DLL License for Singleton’s for a Tobacco License
• Approved a special event alcohol permit for Outer Limits Brewery at Smokin’ Bowls on Friday, March 17.
Representatives from MARC (Mt. Ascutney Regional Planning Commission) addressed the board regarding the existing Cavendish Town Plan. They noted that the plan was in serious need of data upgrades as much of it was out of date. The section on Internet needed to be expanded. There are grants available to help with various upgrades, not only to the planning process but also in the area of energy. The town can have a free energy audit for a building with the opportunity of funding to implement upgrades.
2. MEMORY CAFÉ/SUPPORT FOR CAREGIVERS: The grand opening of a Memory Café, sponsored by Black River Good Neighbor Services, is scheduled for Thursday, April 6, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the Ludlow Community Center Meeting Room, 37 Main St., Ludlow, Vt. This will be an ongoing event and will take place on the first Thursday of each month.
A Memory Café is a safe and comfortable space where caregivers and their loved ones can socialize, listen to music, play games, and enjoy other appropriate activities. It provides mutual support and exchange of information within a safe, non-judgmental setting. Valuable resources will be available from local support organizations to help in the caregiving experience.
Research shows that Memory Cafés enhance caregivers’ well-being by providing them with an environment filled with acceptance and belonging. They offer social connectivity, inclusion, and a time to step out of their daily routine. People living with dementia can become isolated due to increasing difficulty of engaging in everyday activities. A goal of this Memory Café is to offer caregivers a break. The stress of caregiving can be overwhelming, and the demand for help is huge, especially with the rise of an aging population.
This event is free to attend and lunch will be provided. For more information please contact Joan Frangiose at 802-228-4145.
3. CAVENDISH INFO
• Nor’easter: Cavendish went to bed on Monday night as the snow started falling and didn’t see the sun again until Wednesday mid-morning. The heavy wet snow caused an array of problems, resulting in close to 70% of Green Mountain Power customers without power and many roads blocked with fallen trees and limbs. Schools were closed Tuesday and Wednesday. The Cavendish Warming Shelter, located at the Baptist Church, opened on Wednesday and remains open through Saturday.
• Buzz Lindberg 1949-2023: It is with sadness we report the passing of Carleton “Buzz” Lindberg who died on March 13th. A Celebration of Life will be held by the family at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Buzz’s name may be made to: South Shore Outboard Association, PO Box 1258, East Hampstead, NH 03826
• Unofficial Okemo ski report supports learning to ski
• Green Mountain Union HS’s ‘Chieftain’ mascot up for debate at meeting
4. COVID: For local information on Covid, please see the Cavendish COVID-19 Resource Guide, which does provide information on Long Covid.
Vaccination for Covid and Flu- Doctor’s office or pharmacy.
Free Covid Test kits/masks & hand sanitizer: Available Monday-Friday at the Cavendish Fire Dept from 9-4. For weekends and off hours, call 802-226-7807. Pick up free masks and sanitizer when picking up a test kit. Masks and hand sanitizer are available 24/7, 365 at the CHS Cares Closet, next to the steps of the Museum.
Schools: Only one case of Covid was reported for a TRSU school (Chester Andover Elementary)
Vermont Covid Surveillance Report: The 3/5-3/11 report indicates low community levels state wide with the exception of Bennington and Rutland counties which are rated medium. There have been 3 new Covid deaths, bringing the state total to 932.
5. EVENTS
MARCH 21 (TUESDAY): "Let's Draw Impossible Animals," with cartoonist Rick Stromoski, at 3:15 pm at the Cavendish Library. This will be a hybrid program. To register for this program, email cavendishlibrary573@gmail.com or call 802-226-7503.
APRIL 6 (THURSDAY): Memory Café from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., in the Ludlow Community Center Meeting Room, 37 Main St., Ludlow, Vt. This will be an ongoing event and will take place on the first Thursday of each month. This event is free to attend and lunch will be provided. For more information please contact Joan Frangiose at 802-228-4145.
APRIL 7 (FRIDAY): Good Friday. Town Office Closed
APRIL 8 (SATURDAY): Free Easter Dinner. The Ludlow & Proctorsville Fire Depts., in conjunction with Black River Good Neighbors are providing an Easter Dinner, which can be picked up curbside at the Ludlow Community Center from 12-2. The meal includes ham, potatoes, gravy, corn, roll and dessert. To reserve your meal, call Angela at 802-356-3823 by April 1. Maximum 125 dinners provided
- Easter Egg Hunt: Weathersfield @ Hoisington Field 10:30 am, bring your own basket. Special area for 3 and under. Occurs regardless of weather.
APRIL 9 (SUNDAY): HAPPY EASTER
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