Tuesday, January 31, 2023

Read on for:
CEDRR February Mixer | Getting to know Act 250 | Real Rutland Feud | CEDRR Legislative Breakfast |
What's New in Rutland County | Made at The MINT |
Membership Spotlight | Career Hub | Upcoming Events

CEDRR's February Mixer at Stafford Technical Center

Join us for fun, networking, raffles, and door prizes, while enjoying food prepared by Stafford Technical Center's own Dollhouse Restaurant. Open to everyone! No need to be a member of the Chamber and Economic Development of the Rutland Region to join in the fun!  

Set a reminder! → 

CEDRR hosts "Getting to know Act 250"

Join the Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region (CEDRR) on Friday, February 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m., when the Natural Resources Board (NRB) will provide an overview and introduction to Act 250, the state’s land use and development law.

Staff from the NRB will walk you through the essentials of the permitting process, answer general questions about Act 250, and point you to available resources for additional information.

CEDRR is making this presentation possible in person only at The Hub CoWorks, 67 Merchants Row in Downtown Rutland, in response to questions about navigating the permitting process that commercial development often requires. This presentation will help you know where to find the information you need about Act 250 and the land use permit application process.

RSVP to Tyler Richardson →

Real Rutland Feud Tickets Now Available!

Tickets for the 5th Annual Real Rutland Feud on Saturday, February 25, at 7:00 p.m. are now available! The live show is based on the popular TV game show, “Family Feud.” This evening is guaranteed to bring laughter as ten teams from local businesses and organizations face off to win the Real Rutland Feud trophy and raise funds for the Real Rutland Marketing Initiative.

This year’s teams include:
Xfinity vs. Town of Brandon
Community Health vs. NewStory Center
Killington Resort vs. Green Mountain Power
Rutland Regional Medical Center vs. Rutland Regional Medical Center
Fabian Earth Moving vs. Casella Construction

Purchase tickets here! → 

CEDRR's Legislative Breakfast Thank Yous

Thank you to our legislators and community members for gathering Monday morning for our Legislative Breakfast. There were many topics brought forth and discussed. Stay tuned for our next legislative event.

Thank you Omya for sponsoring the event and Southside Steakhouse for hosting us..

VEDA Forgivable Loan Deadline Approaching

The VEDA Short Term Forgivable Loan Program deadline to submit new applications is March 31, 2023, at 4:00 pm. If your business suffered economic harm due to the COVID-19 health crisis, visit VEDA FLP to determine if your business is eligible for financial assistance from this program.

Existing VEDA Short Term Forgivable Loan borrowers can apply for loan forgiveness anytime, up to 12 months from the date of receiving loan funds. Visit VEDA FLP to download a Forgiveness application to submit to VEDA. 

Download the VEDA Forgivable Loan application here  → 

Vermont Community Foundation Grants Awarded to Come Alive Outside and Social Tinkering

A total of $4.8 million in grants were awarded to 30 organizations around the state to “address COVID-19 disparities and advance health equity in their communities,” according to the Vermont Department of Health via the Vermont Community Foundation.

Two local organizations awarded are Come Alive Outside and Social Tinkering. Come Alive Outside will receive $75,000 to help challenged populations access the outdoors. Social Tinkering was awarded $50,000 to expand its "JEDI Movement" into a statewide program.

Read more about the grants awarded → 

Community Care Network Implements Text Line for Crisis Support

Community Care Network (CCN) and its Rutland Mental Health Emergency Services Team launched a 24-hour a-day, 7-days-a-week crisis text line available to anyone needing support during a mental health emergency.

Individuals can reach the Community Care Network – Rutland Mental Health Crisis Text Line at 802-214-2553.

Read More  → 

2016 Stifel Killington Cup, Killington, Vermont.

World Cup Returns to Killington in 2023

Killington Resort announced the Stifel Killington Cup will return for the seventh time in 2023. The race features the fastest female alpine ski racers in the world vying for the prestigious Killington Cup. Part of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation’s Audi FIS Ski World Cup Circuit, the Killington Cup is the world’s most attended women’s Audi FIS Ski World. This year’s return will again feature the “Heroic” initiative for the second year in a row, a program designed to empower and create opportunities for women in the ski industry.   

The Stifel Killington Cup giant slalom and slalom will be held November 25-26, 2023.  

Read More  → 

Vermont Businesses Invited to the Big E

The Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food & Markets (VAAFM) is now requesting applications from Vermont businesses interested in vending inside the Vermont Building at the 2023 Big E! The Vermont Building is one of six New England buildings at the 17-day fair and exposition that takes place each September in West Springfield, Massachusetts. The Big E provides a unique regional marketing opportunity and is among the top-five largest fairs in the United States, boasting an annual attendance rate of over 1.6 million people. Fairgoers from all over New England come to the Big E looking to find unique products and to get a head start on their holiday shopping. Last year, vendors in the Vermont Building brought in over $1.7 million!

VAAFM has identified the following products as priorities for the Vermont Building for 2023. Preference will be given to products that use Vermont-sourced ingredients and/or materials and align with current regional/national trends. 

• Vermont-made cosmetics/beauty products
• Vermont-made pottery
• Children’s toys and games
• Glass products
• Food Trucks
• Producer associations interested in representing a variety of producers from their industry

HOW TO APPLY 

• Review the full Request for Applications. 
• Register in WebGrants if you have not previously done so. User registrations are approved in 1–2 business days. 
• Review the WebGrants Application Guide. 
• Submit your application in WebGrants by March 3, 2023, at 11:59 PM. 

Email Kristen Brassard at Kristen.Brassard@vermont.gov with any questions → 

Looking Ahead to February and March at The MINT

If you read our last newsletter, you might have caught our new hashtag: #MeTimeAtTheMINT. January is coming to a close and we are still feeling those vibes. Ya’ll are, too! We have been welcoming so many newcomers to both classes we are hosting and as MINT members.  

As we look ahead to February and March, the calendar is cranking with opportunities: 

Screen Printing is next week, February 8. 

That same night kicks off 3-weeks of Hand-Built Bowls in the Pottery Shop. 

If you’re ready to get deeper into clay, try the 4-week session on the Potter’s Wheel, starting February 9. 

Maybe wood is your #MeTimeMedium?  

We’ve got Spoon Carving on February 18. 

And, there is one space left in our build a Ukulele workshop, starting March 4.  

However you spend your “me time”, you can find your #MetimeAtTheMINT 

Learn more about The MINT→ 

CEDRR would like to thank the following businesses for renewing their membership:

AM Peisch, Adam & Eve Hair Design, Downtown Rutland Partnership, Farrell Distributing, HR Acquired, and Vibe Portrait Art.

The Chamber & Economic Development of the Rutland Region's Career Hub features full-time jobs across Rutland County that provide a salary higher than the Vermont living wage.