Select Board debates warning language for non-binding 'Declaration of Inclusion'

Jan 13, 2026

Board members discussed whether to include the full Declaration of Inclusion in the Town warning; Faith Tempest cited VLCT guidance on flexibility, Diana Garrow objected to phrasing she viewed as onerous, and Stephen Michel said recommendations are voluntary and not binding.

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The Select Board discussed how to warn a proposed, non-binding Declaration of Inclusion. Faith Tempest said VLCT guidance allows flexibility in how such a declaration is warned and suggested circulating the full text in advance via the newsflash and Chit Chat. Mark Turco proposed including the full declaration in the warning.

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