AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoVermont Housing & Construction: The Vermont Statewide Housing Conference announced its 2026 keynote speaker, Shane Phillips, as the state keeps pushing on supply, stability, and affordability. Road & Bridge Work: DOT accelerated a temporary Route 8 bridge plan in Clarksburg, aiming to have the span in place before Columbus Day weekend. Infrastructure Updates: Vermont Business Magazine listed upcoming state highway and interstate paving and ramp closures, with lane reductions and overnight detours. Energy & Industry: Casella Waste Systems and Waga Energy started operations of a renewable natural gas facility at the Hyland Landfill. Data Centers & Community Impact: A new report argues data centers are mostly urban-adjacent, not remote, while another story highlights local backlash to a large “hyperscale” data center proposal. Food & Farming: A study suggests milk’s omega-3 levels vary by label and season, and Vermont’s bear encounters are rising as Fish & Wildlife urges better reporting and coexistence. Agriculture & Local Food: Tour de Farms returns Sept. 19 to support small farm viability and local food access in Addison County.
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