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State senate candidate and local volunteer outlines priorities, offers energy-efficiency resources
Summary
Alexander Babela, a candidate for state senate and member of the St. Albans City Energy and Climate Committee, introduced himself during public comment, described concerns about affordability and communication with the legislature, and offered low-cost insulating pamphlets from the Window Dressers program.
During the public-comment portion, Alexander Babela (speaker 8) introduced himself and said he is running for state senate. He described his background as a social worker focusing on health-care affordability and urged improved communication between state lawmakers and local boards about residents' needs. "I'm actually here because I'm looking for state senate this year," Babela said, adding that he is visiting local selectboards to learn where legislators may be falling short in communication.
Babela also noted his work with the St. Albans City Energy and Climate Committee and offered pamphlets about the Window Dressers program, a low-cost insulating option for homes. He said the program helps conserve fuel and reduce energy bills and volunteered to share materials with the board and residents.
