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Select Board debates how to warn a non‑binding Declaration of Inclusion
Summary
Board members discussed VLCT guidance on warning a non‑binding Declaration of Inclusion; some favored including the full text in the warning while others objected to perceived onerous recommendations, and the Board agreed to circulate the text in advance.
Select Board members discussed how to warn a proposed non‑binding Declaration of Inclusion. Faith Tempest cited guidance from the Vermont League of Cities and Towns (VLCT) that allows flexibility in how the declaration is warned. Chair Mark Turco proposed including the full declaration text in the warning and circulating it in the town newsflash and Chit Chat.
Diana Garrow objected to including the full text in the warning, saying some recommended actions in the document could be onerous; Stephen Michel responded that the recommendations are voluntary and non‑binding and suggested posting the declaration on the town website. The Board did not adopt a final position in this discussion during the meeting and indicated it would proceed with a warning process that takes VLCT guidance into account.
