Cavendish Update 8/4/23: Advocacy/Flood/Job/News/Events
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8/4/23
1. Flood Information
2. Job Opening
3. Cavendish information
4. Events
1. FLOOD INFORMATION: To help those impacted by the flood, be they property owner or renter, the Cavendish Guide for Flood Recovery is now available on-line. Please share with neighbors and friends who may be too busy to notice it. It will be regularly updated with new resources as they become available.
A Mennonite work crew will be arriving on 8/7 for the week and will be housed at the Cavendish Baptist Church. If you need mud and debris clean-up, mold remediation, or drywall removal please call Adam at 518-701-0002.
If you have questions and concerns, you can e-mail them to cavendishconnects@gmail.com
How to advocate for yourself & Others: Advocating for yourself or someone else, is key to navigating the labyrinth of services, payors, ever changing state and federal laws, products etc. when trying to rebuild after a devastating crisis like the July Floods. Below are five things to consider:
A) Do the research: Read the Cavendish Guide for Flood Recovery so that you’ll know what steps to take and where to get assistance, be it for immediate needs and/or longer term. Knowing who does what can help prepare you for dealing with FEMA and other organizations. It’s also helpful to follow the Cavendish VT Facebook page as new opportunities are posted as soon as they are received.
B) Ask Questions: There is no bad or wrong questions. Write questions down before you meet with your insurance adjuster, FEMA rep etc. Ask questions until you get the answers you need. Note, when dealing with FEMA, it’s best to do it in person whether it’s filing your initial application or appealing a claim. FEMA now has Disaster Recovery Centers at the Springfield Health Center 100 River St. and the ASA Bloomer Building at 88 Merchants Row in Rutland, Both are open seven days a week from 8 am-7 pm.
C) Keep Detailed Records: Use a notebook, your phone, or whatever device you are comfortable with. Don’t just leave documentation and paperwork in the hands of your insurance agent, FEMA etc. They can easily get it wrong. Keep track of the following types of information: hours spent cleaning and associated costs; names of people you are meeting with; policy numbers; claim numbers; answers to questions; anything mailed or given to you regarding your situation.
D) Ask someone to be your advocate: It’s completely overwhelming to try to muck out a basement, take care of kids, along with working and the other activities of daily living. What happens next? What do I need? Who do I talk to? What questions should I ask? Most of us have a hard time keeping track of things when we’re in the midst of a crisis. If you find yourself in this situation, ask a trusted friend, neighbor, community member or family member to help you by: keeping notes; being present when you deal with FEMA, insurance adjustors, contractors and service providers; doing research on options you might want to consider-such as replacing lost appliances to who to hire for needed repairs ; assist you in making choices and decisions; and help in organizing work crews and other activities that will make things easier for you.
E) Ask for Help: It’s not a sign of weakness or incompetence. People can’t help if they don’t know it’s needed. Assistance isn’t always readily offered in an effort to respect others’ privacy. While there is a lot of spontaneous help happening, the majority of it occurs only after a request has been made. Know that asking for help enables kindness and unlocks opportunities for positive social connections.
2. JOB OPENING TOWN OFFICE CAVENDISH: The Town of Cavendish has an immediate opening for a part- time Town Office position. This is an exciting opportunity for the right applicant. Must be able to communicate well with staff and the public. Applicants should have excellent computer skills. Must be able to work independently on assigned tasks with the ability to multitask in a busy office setting.
Applications, resumes and inquiries should be directed to: Town Manager, Town of Cavendish Municipal Building, 37 High Street, P.O. Box 126 Cavendish, Vermont 05142, (802) 226-7291
3. CAVENDISH INFO
• Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting Minutes: On Monday, a public meeting was held to take public comments on Cavendish’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan update. Cavendish’s plan expired about a year ago and needs to be updated to get maximum reimbursement for the recent flood damages. VT Emergency Management has given the Town 30 days to submit a preliminary draft that meets FEMA criteria FEMA. Minutes from the meeting are available at the Town’s website.
• Crown Point Road Association is hosting a guided outing in Cavendish, Saturday,12th. We will visit CPRA markers 24 through 29. Highlights will include a short, uphill hike from marker 29 to the grave of an unknown soldier, a visit to Coffeen Cemetery (marker 29 A) where local historian Margo Caulfield will share some history and another short, uphill hike to the Old Cemetery (marker 27). We will pass period homes and cellar holes and learn some genealogy of early settlers. Meet at the Cavendish Historical Society for a 10:00 am departure. Please carpool where possible as parking is limited along the roads. Sturdy walking shoes, bug spray and water are recommended. FMI: Lonnie Lisai for more information lonnielisai@gmail.com
• Gloria Leven’s 100th Birthday Party Rescheduled: Gloria’s 100th Birthday Party is back on! Please join us at the library on Thursday August 17th at 5pm for BBQ, cake, live jazz music, and a raffle of two quilts made by Gloria.
• Residents voice concerns at Ludlow Electric board meeting VT Journal
• Yankee Chank to Play Aug. 9: The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association and the Town of Cavendish present another in the continuing series of Wednesday evening concerts on Aug. 9, at 6 p.m., when Yankee Chank will appear on the Svec Memorial Green in Proctorsville, weather permitting. This concert is sponsored by Murdock’s on the Green Restaurant. Yankee Chank is a Vermont group that performs traditional Cajun music from the heart of southwest Louisiana.
• Singleton’s Third Generation New Owners: On August 1, the ownership of Singleton’s has passed to Dan and Alison Singleton. Congratulations and the best of luck.
4. EVENTS
AUGUST 4 (FRIDAY): Cartoonist Marek Bennett at the Cavendish Library, registration is required for this event. FMI and to Register 802-226-7503 or e-mail cavendishlibrary@gmail.com
AUGUST 9 (WEDNESDAY): Summer Concerts at Svec Park (Proctorsville Green) starting at 6 pm. Yankee Chank will perform. Concerts are free and open to the public.
AUGUST 16 (WEDNESDAY): Summer Concerts at Svec Park (Proctorsville Green) starting at 6 pm. The Silverbacks will perform. Concerts are free and open to the public.
AUGUST 17 (THURSDAY): Gloria Leven’s 100th birthday party at the Cavendish Library, 5 pm. BBQ, cake, live jazz music etc.
AUGUST 17 (THURSDAY)-19 (SATURDAY): Community Build playground at CTES. Need volunteers. No skills required. Refreshments & Lunch Provided. FMI: 802-548-7419
SEPTEMBER 14 (WEDNESDAY): Magic Show and BBQ, Welcome back to the library. BBQ from 5-7, Magic Show at 6
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