Weathersfield Weekly Blog, January 24,2018
January 24, 2018
Weathersfield, Vermont
Another football season is coming to a close-how can this be?
Congratulations to the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. They will meet on Sunday, Feb. 4 in Minnesota at US Bank Stadium for Super Bowl 52 (LII.) The game starts at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC with Al Michaels doing the play-by-play while Cris Collinsworth is the analyst. Michele Tafoya and Heather Cox are the sideline reporters.
The New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons last year in Houston in overtime 34-28 in what some say was the best ever Super Bowl televised. I was hiking in the Australian jungle during the game but followed it on my phone and through emails and texts from friends back in the States. I don't plan to miss this one.
Congratulations to the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles. They will meet on Sunday, Feb. 4 in Minnesota at US Bank Stadium for Super Bowl 52 (LII.) The game starts at 6:30 p.m. ET on NBC with Al Michaels doing the play-by-play while Cris Collinsworth is the analyst. Michele Tafoya and Heather Cox are the sideline reporters.
The New England Patriots beat the Atlanta Falcons last year in Houston in overtime 34-28 in what some say was the best ever Super Bowl televised. I was hiking in the Australian jungle during the game but followed it on my phone and through emails and texts from friends back in the States. I don't plan to miss this one.
News You Can Use
The select board met on Monday, Jan. 15 to approve the town's FY2019 budget and sign the warning for the annual town meeting to be held on Saturday, March 3 at 12:30 p.m. at the Weathersfield School then adjourning to vote by Australian ballot at Martin Memorial Hall on Tuesday, March 6 10 a.m.-7 p.m.. These two items were approved, however a Special Meeting was called on Thursday, Jan. 18 at 5:30 p.m. to correct various mistakes.
After correcting several clerical errors, the select board added Article 2-exempting taxation of the Vermont State Grange for a period of five years. Article 5, (previously Article 6) Town's General Fund expenditure was changed from $1,354,802 ($1,056,036 to be raised by taxes ) to $1,485, 018 ($1,057,805 to be raised by taxes.) Article 9 (previously Article 10) was changed from $32,000 for Fire Equipment Motorized Fund to $20,000. Article 10 was added and asks for $5000 for the Fire Equipment and Gear Reserve Fund. Article 11 was added and asks for $7,500 to be deposited into the Police Cruiser Reserve Fund.
After correcting several clerical errors, the select board added Article 2-exempting taxation of the Vermont State Grange for a period of five years. Article 5, (previously Article 6) Town's General Fund expenditure was changed from $1,354,802 ($1,056,036 to be raised by taxes ) to $1,485, 018 ($1,057,805 to be raised by taxes.) Article 9 (previously Article 10) was changed from $32,000 for Fire Equipment Motorized Fund to $20,000. Article 10 was added and asks for $5000 for the Fire Equipment and Gear Reserve Fund. Article 11 was added and asks for $7,500 to be deposited into the Police Cruiser Reserve Fund.
The original warning was amended and removed the social services funding under $500 to the General Fund. Social services requesting $500 or more are listed as separate articles and include: Article 12. $2,683 for HCRS; Article 13. $1,200 for SEVCA; Article 14. $500 for WISE; Article 15. $750 for the Vermont Association for the Blind. More information about the select board and the town contact Town Manager, Ed Morris, at 802-674-2626 or townmanager@weathersfield.org.
Select Board Minutes: CLICK HERE
Weathersfield School news: The school board had passed a budget last week but on Thursday, Jan. 18 the school districts superintendents were given new figures from the State. The school board called a Special Meeting on Friday afternoon, Jan. 19 with their Budget Advisory Committee to amend their budget figures. The board cut an additional $30,000 from the budget including monies from: an expansion of a Spanish program, the technology line, field trips, stipends for the School Board and an office computer. The approved budget is $5,630,601 a decrease of $54,000, or 0.95%, from FY2018. However the tax rate will be increasing 6.2%. More information about the school call 802-674-5400.
Weathersfield Proctor Library news: The children's room expansion continues and the Trustees voted at their Jan. 18 meeting to have Green Mountain Power install two leased heat pumps in the new area. More information about the Friends or the library contact Mark at 802-674-2863.WPL Trustee minutes: CLICK HERE
More photos of the expansion project: CLICK HERE
Vermont Standard newspaper assignments:
Albert Bridge School Ice Skating Party on Friday Jan. 19. in Brownsville.
After weeks of delays the ice rink is now open. Children, parents and teachers skated, roasted hot dogs and marshmallows and sipped hot chocolate.
South Woodstock Country Store Winter Fun Day on Jan. 20 in South Woodstock.
A Winter Fun Day was hosted by the South Woodstock Country Store and included carving snow sculptures and lots of hot chocolate and treats. The theme was "The Human vs. Mr. Snowblock."
More photos: CLICK HERE
Get Out and About Events
Claremont NH Bridal Show in Claremont NH, Sunday, Jan. 28 at the Senior Center 12-3 p.m. Wedding photographers to bakeries and more. A free Honeymoon bride will be raffled off to one lucky bride: an 8 day, 7-night condo vacation (you must be present to win.) More info. call 603-708-1318.
Breakfast for Dinner in Ascutney, Saturday, Feb. 3 5-7 p.m. at Martin Memorial Hall, hosted by the Ascutney Volunteer Fire Department. The event is being sponsored by Members Advantage Community Credit Union. Let AVFD cook for you.
TOAST Paired Wine and Dinner in Perkinsville Saturday, Feb 3 5:30-8:30 p.m. The Inn at Weathersfield is hosting their monthly pairings of food and wine. Call 802-263-9217 for more information.
Weathersfield School PTA Meeting in Ascutney, Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 6 p.m. in the AP Room. All are welcome.
Science Fair at WS in Ascutney Thursday, Feb. 15 in the AP room at the school 5:30-6:30 p.m. (snow date will be Feb. 16.) All are welcome not just 8th graders. Many high schools are represented at this fair so it's a great night to ask questions, look at various school brochures, and meet the representatives from each of our surrounding high schools. For more information, please contact Malia King, WS Guidance Counselor, at 674-5400.
Town Meeting in Ascutney, Saturday March 3 at the Weathersfield School. The school meeting is a t 10 a.m. and the town meeting is at 12:30 p.m..
Town Voting by Australian Ballot in Ascutney, Tuesday March 6 at Martin Memorial Hall. Polls are open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
WS K-8 Panther Pride Awards Assemblies in Ascutney, Wednesday, March 14 1:30-2:20 p.m. and Thursday, June 7 1:30-2:20 p.m. in the school gym. These celebrations are open to the public.
Music and Performances
Lebanon Opera House in Lebanon NH. Feb. 10 Mike McDonald 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 15 Joan Osborne 7:30 p.m.; Feb. 16 The Machine 7:30 p.m.
Taverne on the Square in Claremont. Feb. 1 Sirsy 6-9 p.m.; Feb. 2 Evan Goodrow 8-11 p.m.; Feb. 8 Andre Merzi 6-9 p.m.;
The Engine Room in White River Junction, Fridays at 9 p.m.: Feb. 9 The Wheelers, March 2 Sirsy.
Windsor Station Live Music in Windsor. Jan. 30 Erik Boedtker 6 p.m.; Feb. 3 Peter Concilio Jazz Band 9 p.m..
Ongoing Events
Weathersfield Historical Society Fundraiser in Perkinsville. "Round the World" queen size quilt handmade by Weathersfield resident Carolyn Van Tassel. On display at the Inn at Weathersfield, selling for $1200, money benefits the Weathersfield Historical Society. If interested in purchasing or have more questions call Maureen Bogosian at 603-252-0936.
Weathersfield Food Shelf in Perkinsville every Thursday from 2-3 p.m. Route 106 at the old Perkinsville Elementary School.
Low cost spay/neuter clinics in Springfield. Springfield Humane Society is hosting low cost spay/neuter clinics in 2018: Feb. 13, April 10, May 8, June 5, July 10, Aug. 7, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 6, Nov. 27 at the Springfield Humane Society, on Route 143. Cost is $50 for female cat and $40 for male cat. Weathersfield residents may be reimbursed up to $50 for the surgery with a limit of three pets per year. Get your SNAP form from the town office. Please call Springfield Humane Society for an appointment at 802-885-3997.
Valley Court Diversion Programs: Volunteers are needed in Weathersfield/Springfield areas to work with low level offenders in the community. The group meets once a month at the Springfield Police Department, your commitment will require about three hours a month. Training is provided. For more information please visit our website at vcdp.org or call Maureen at 281-5213.
Senior Exercise Program in Ascutney: Free. Sponsored by RSPV. Mondays and Wednesdays 10-11 a.m. in basement of Martin Memorial Hall, Route 5, Ascutney. Classes are led by Sandy Lemois. If interested call 674-5254 for more information.
Need to Find a Business in Weathersfield: weathersfielddirectory.org.
Have anything you want included in this news and events column? Email Nancy at photosbynanci@comcast.net two weeks prior to your event.