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DOJ Releases Fourth VSH
Compliance Report
Shows
Marked Improvement In Patient Care, Safety
Waterbury, Vt.--The U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently issued
their fourth compliance report for the Vermont State Hospital (VSH), based on an
on-site review of the facility conducted in early March, 2008. The DOJ
report shows that VSH is compliant with the key components of the agreement made between the federal
government and the State in July 2006. The report evaluates the progress the
hospital is making in 140 areas, with a 5-point scoring system, ranging from Non-Compliant
to Sustained Compliance.
“I’m pleased that this report highlights the significant
efforts the Department of Mental Health (DMH) and VSH staff has undertaken to
improve the provision of care at the hospital for Vermont’s acutely mentally ill,”
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Speaker will assess worldwide progress in reducing poverty & disease UN coordinator of $3.2 billion portfolio to speak at Saint Michael's on UN Millennium Development Goals Dr. Bisrat Aklilu, executive coordinator of the United Nations Multi-Donor Trust Fund, will speak at Saint Michael's College on Monday, April 28, at 3:30 p.m. in St. Edmund's Hall Farrell Room (3rd floor). Dr. Bisrat, an economics professor at Boston University before joining the UN, will speak on the topic
The United Nations and the Millennium Development Goals: Challenges and Opportunities.
Sponsored by the SMC economics department, the free public lecture marks the occasion of inducting students into the economics honor society Omicron Delta Epsilon. The Millennium Project was commissioned by the United Nations Secretary-General in 2002 to develop a concrete action plan for the world to reverse the grinding poverty, hunger and disease affecting billions of people.
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Vermont Tourism Reports
Strong Winter Season
MONTPELIER, Vt. — Vermont is wrapping up one of its best winter
seasons in recent memory, thanks to an ideal combination of significant and
persistent snowfall that drew millions of visitors here to enjoy a variety of
recreational activities.
According to the Department of
Tourism and Marketing, tax revenue collected for Rooms and Meals is showing
that this year’s snowy winter has been a good season for Vermont’s
tourism industry. Rooms and Meals tax revenue generated during December,
January and February is up $2.08 million (6.94 percent) over the previous
winter season, and $1.73 million (5.67 percent) over the same period two years
ago.
“The winter season has
been tremendously successful for our ski areas and local businesses that rely on
Vermont’s tourism economy,” said Governor Jim Douglas. “Many
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Governor announces Vermont economic stimulus package
Governor Jim Douglas announced a $214 million dollar economic stimulus package in hopes of making Vermont the first state to bounce back from the national recession. His 15-point plan, which would cost the state $3 million in spending but generate more than $70 million alone in its first year, has caused a rift between Republican and Democratic leaders who are scrambling to review it before the session comes to a close in two weeks.
The package, which the administration says could generate more than $214 million for the state in the next five years, addresses issues of construction, housing, transportation, student loans, and even proposes two tax free holidays.
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"Unbridled Enthusiasm" for Everything Equine
Horses big and small featured at Exposition's Horse Show
Horses big and small will be the focus this weekend at Everything Equine - one of New Englands largest equine educational events.
Everything Equine and Horses 2008 show runs Saturday and Sunday (April 26-27) at Champlain Valley Expositions Robert E. Miller Expo Centre. The annual show, spotlights the impact horse owners have on the state's economy and the many ways horses are used from sport to work.
This year's theme, Unbridled Enthusiasm captures the spirit of the popular show which is part educational event, part consumer trade show and part social get-together for New England, New York and Canadian horse lovers.
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GOVERNOR
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Vermont Golf Association State Day Tournaments Slated for
Rutland and Vermont National Country Clubs
(Rutland, VT) - The Vermont Golf Association will hold one-day State Day Tournaments at Rutland and Vermont National Country Clubs during the week of May 5. Rutland Country Club (www.rutlandcountryclub.com) will take place on Tuesday, May 6 while Vermont National Country Club (www.vermontnational.com) State Day will compete on Thursday, May 8.
State Days formats are 18 holes, stroke play for low gross and net scores. The tournament is played in three flights determined by GHIN handicap (0-10, 11-16, and 17-36). Any amateur golfer with a current GHIN handicap (and card) is eligible to participate.
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Vermont Legislative Council Announces New Director and Chief Council
(April 17) The Vermont Legislative Council has announced that Emily
Bergquist will become the new Director and Chief Counsel of the
Legislative Council on July 1, 2008. Bergquist was selected
following a national search to lead the Office of the Legislative
Council, which assists the legislature in drafting bills, providing
research and analysis of legislative and policy issues, and supporting
legislative committee work.
"The Vermont legislature sought a leader with a deep appreciation and
knowledge of the institution, and the vision and readiness to meet the
challenges we face in a changing world," said House Speaker Gaye
Symington. Ms. Berquist has all of these qualities and I look
forward to working with her as she assumes her new position.
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After 16 Years of Planning, Stowe Mountain Lodge Will Finally Open its Doors in June
Vermonts Most Highly-Anticipated Resort Hotel to Offer up to 50% Discount for Two Days Only
Stowe, Vt. (April 15, 2008) In June, Destination Hotels & Resorts will welcome their very first guests to stay at Stowe Mountain Lodge, the first true luxury resort hotel experience to open in Vermont in over 50 years. The historic town of Stowe, Vermont has long been known as the "Ski Capital of the East" and the opening of Stowe Mountain Lodge will now affirm this charming vacation destination as the nations preeminent year-round mountain resort experience. A host of activities will be available to visitors all four seasons of the year, and Stowe Mountain Lodges location at the base of two mountains Mt. Mansfield and Spruce Peak will enable guests to enjoy limitless cultural, recreational and relaxing activities in the areas most luxurious and highly-coveted surroundings.