Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from James Michael Vigeant’s organization
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Community Investment Board Draft Minutes
The board reviewed and discussed regional plans and Future Land Use Area (FLUA) maps submitted by the Central Vermont Regional Planning Commission, focusing on requirements set out in Act 181, including the delineation of Downtown and Village Center boundaries. Additionally, the Land Use Review Board presented a proposed process for managing minor amendments to FLUA maps and provided an update on the review of regional plans. The board also discussed the transition to a quarterly meeting schedule starting in 2027.
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Vermont Community Investment Board Approved Minutes
The board reviewed and discussed the regional plans and Future Land Use Area (FLUA) maps for the Northeastern Vermont Development Association, the Two Rivers Ottauquechee Regional Commission, and the Windham Regional Commission. Discussions centered on requirements set out in Act 181, the tension between targeting designation benefits to traditional centers while accommodating future housing and economic growth, and the challenge of aligning growth designations with existing infrastructure. Additionally, the board received updates regarding the Land Use Review Board's interpretation of minor amendment provisions in Act 152.
Jun 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Community Investment Board Approved Minutes
The board reviewed and discussed the Bennington County Regional Commission's regional plan and Future Land Use Area (FLUA) maps, specifically focusing on the expansion of legacy centers and the integration of growth areas with water and sewer infrastructure. A motion was passed regarding the designation of Downtown and Village center boundaries in alignment with Act 181 requirements. Additionally, the board received legislative updates regarding amendments to Act 181, including changes to tax credit eligibility, budget increases for the tax credit pool, and grandfathering provisions for legacy New Town Centers, as well as an overview of new special assessment bond provisions for municipal infrastructure expansion.
Apr 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Community Investment Board Approved Minutes
The board approved grant awards for the Downtown Transportation Fund and discussed potential reasons for a decrease in grant applications, leading to a decision to survey eligible entities. Members reviewed and discussed the Mount Ascutney Regional Planning Commission's regional plan and Future Land Use Area maps, specifically addressing concerns about geographic expansion and potential impacts on tax credits and administrative capacity. Additionally, the board received legislative updates regarding proposed amendments to Act 181, tax credit adjustments, and funding for legacy town centers.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
