Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Megan O'Toole’s organization
Sep 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
New England Waste Services of Vermont Public Meeting
The public meeting focused on the draft construction air permit for the air quality and climate division at the Coventry Landfill. Key discussion topics included the proposed operation of a Surface Active Foam Fractionation (SAF) system from a closed-loop to an open-loop process, concerns regarding PFAS emissions and the lack of comprehensive air monitoring, the potential environmental and health impacts on the surrounding communities, and requests for more robust pollution control and testing requirements prior to granting the permit.
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Environmental Justice Advisory Council and Interagency Committee Joint Meeting
The meeting centered on establishing a formal definition for environmental justice complaints to guide agency compliance. Discussions addressed the development of a centralized environmental justice complaint intake system and the creation of a task group to manage it. Additionally, the meeting covered the community engagement plan and the upcoming technical assistance rollout.
Aug 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Study Committee On State Administration Of The National Flood Insurance Program Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee meeting focused on gathering information regarding state administration of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). Discussions included feedback on FEMA and other states' permitting programs, a presentation on Michigan's state-level NFIP administration, and an in-depth review of the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation's (VTDEC) River Corridor and Floodplain Management program. The committee also explored the potential for expanded state regulation, Community Assistance Visits (CAVs), the Community Rating System (CRS), and Flood Safety Act implementation. Future meeting topics were finalized, with plans to consult with the Vermont League of Cities and Towns.
Aug 3, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Climate Council Steering Committee Steering Committee Meeting
The committee discussed preparations for the upcoming Climate Council meeting, focusing on agenda items including climate assessment presentations, survey results, and community engagement efforts. Key discussions addressed the scheduling and status of the greenhouse gas inventory and the necessity for consistency in modeling tools used for state efforts. Additionally, the committee reviewed future meeting frequencies for both the steering committee and the climate council, discussed council membership updates including the onboarding of a new youth member, and reviewed vacancies that require appointments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
