Want to have a direct impact on the future of our town?
Please share your background and interest with us! We rely on dedicated residents to serve on our various town committees. While we may not have an immediate opening on every committee, we keep all applications on file and consult this list the moment a vacancy arises. We appreciate your willingness to serve and will reach out personally once an opportunity opens up for which you are a good fit.
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Choose one or more appointed committees/Fire Department that you would be interested in serving:
Conservation Commission (4 year term) Stewards of Craftsbury’s natural resources, including air, water, soils, scenic and recreational resources, plant and animal life, agricultural and forest lands, and open space. Responsibilities include advising the Select Board and other boards on conservation issues, conducting studies or inventories of natural resources, overseeing Craftsbury’s town forests and public lands, and educating the public.
Craftsbury Fire Department We are currently looking for new recruits. Any firefighter would be glad to talk with you about this rewarding opportunity.
Craftsbury Energy Committee (3 year term) Mission is to lead and engage the community in energy conservation, energy efficiency, and renewable energy initiatives. We do this through education, advocacy, outreach, and partnering with neighbors and town groups. Among other programs, in 2023 we provided 23 area homes with 30 cords of firewood that they would not have been able to afford otherwise, and built 255 window inserts for 45 homes, saving an estimated 8 gallons of fuel oil-equivalent per window per year.
Craftsbury Freedom and Unity Committee (1 year term) The goal of the Freedom & Unity Committee is to strengthen community, local democracy and civic participation throughout the year. In addition to playing a supporting role to the Craftsbury selectboard and Town Clerk to prepare for Town Meeting Day, the committee collaborates with Craftsbury Academy on civics education for students, organizes the annual "Craftsbury University" of classes led and attended by townspeople, and explores ways to promote leadership opportunities and inclusiveness around town.
Craftsbury Mental Health Resource Group (1 year term) The Craftsbury Mental Health Resource Group is a community effort formed after a local tragedy. Their mission is to provide support, resources, and open conversation about mental health in Craftsbury.
Municipal Forest Committee (3 year term) Craftsbury’s Municipal Forest Committee manages Municipal forests. Beyond its role in managing town forestland, the Municipal Forest Committee also advises on the health of trees on the Common and promotes public awareness of our forest resources.
Neighbor to Neighbor (3 year term) Official committee with the mission of aiding and supporting the community during times of distress.
Planning Commission (3 year term) Creates a town plan every five years, including strategies and plans for future land use, transportation and housing, energy efficiency, and protection of natural resources and local character.Advises other town boards and officials on matters of land development, conservation, and preservation, and participates in regional planning efforts.
Recreation Committee (1 year term) Organizes Craftsbury Old Home Day, Holiday Light Parade, Trunk or Treat plus other events such as bike night and open gym.
Trails Committee Craftsbury Trails (1 year term) Volunteer-driven collaboration working to make trail-based outdoor recreation more accessible to all. Craftsbury public officials, businesses, outdoor recreation organizations/non-profits and citizens who love the outdoors work together under the Craftsbury Trails umbrella. Visit the Craftsbury Trails website www.craftsburytrails.info for more information about the program and where to walk, run, bike, ski and snow machine in Craftsbury.
War Memorial Committee (1 year term) Handles the War Memorials on the Common.
Website Committee (1 year term) Updates the Town website and facebook page.
Please provide a brief biography of yourself, highlighting any relevant professional or personal experience. In addition, explain why you feel you would be a strong and effective candidate for the committee(s) you selected. (Maximum 500 words recommended)
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