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Clark Joins Green Mountain United Way’s Working Bridges Team Green Mountain United Way is pleased to announce that Michelle Clark has joined the Working Bridges Program Staff. She will serve Working Bridges worksite locations as the full-time Northeast Kingdom Resource Coordinator. A graduate of Lyndon State College (now NVU), Michelle began her career as a dental hygienist outside of Vermont but upon her return discovered a passion for social work and went back to LSC to get her degree. Michelle has held a variety of roles assisting Vermonters in the Northeast Kingdom and Central Vermont prior to this role. Before joining Green Mountain United Way, she worked for Umbrella helping survivors of domestic and sexual violence find safe and stable housing. “Michelle brings a great depth of experience to our team and in her short time here has demonstrated a gift for connecting the employees Working Bridges serves with resources in the community. She has an unmatched depth of knowledge that is needed to help our clients address their needs so they can stay employed, focused at work, and continue to create stable lives for themselves and their family,” said United Way’s Executive Director Tawnya Kristen. “I see myself as a travel agent for community resources. I’m excited to bring my skills and knowledge to connect working families in the Northeast Kingdom to the resources they need to address a life challenge or to have the opportunity to make their life or their family’s life better. Asking for help is hard, I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to care for my community’s caretakers through our work,” offered Clark, who lives on her family’s farm in Lyndonville with her son. She is a member of the Lyndon Outing Club board. Working Bridges is an employee-service and workforce development program offered to business partners in the Green Mountain United Way service area covering the Northeast Kingdom and Central Vermont. Since launching the program in their service region in 2016, Green Mountain United Way’s Working Bridges program has expanded to serve seven large employers and one small employer with a combined workforce of over 5000 individuals throughout United Way’s service region. Participating employers in the Northeast Kingdom include Northern Counties Health Care, Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital, Northeast Kingdom Human Services, ABC- LOL Daycare, and Weidmann Electrical Technology. Participating employers in Central Vermont include Central Vermont Medical Center and Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice. About Green Mountain United Way: Green Mountain United Way is a Vermont not-forprofit organization in operation since 1976. They work to improve the health, education and financial stability of every person in every community in Caledonia, Essex, Orange, Orleans and Washington Counties by mobilizing the caring power of communities around our region to advance the common good. No other single organization has the scope and influence to bring together human service agencies, government, businesses, private foundations and dedicated volunteers around a common vision of creating maximum impact and achieving longlasting results. Contact Green Mountain United Way, 73 Main Street, Montpelier, Vermont, 802-613-3989 or info@gmunitedway.org Vermont Chamber Delivers Meaningful Cross-Border Trade The Vermont Chamber’s 2019 Manufacturing Summit on Thursday, September 26th will deliver numerous trade opportunities for businesses in New England and Canada, enhancing and helping to grow the number of manufacturing jobs in Vermont to 9.46% of the workforce. The Manufacturing Summit is bringing buyers, suppliers and partners together for business opportunities at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction. Airbus, Bell Flight, Pratt & Whitney, Rolls-Royce and Sikorsky top the list of out-of-state companies representing the aerospace industry at the Manufacturing Summit. With over 600 pre-scheduled meetings, these companies will have the opportunity to engage and add Vermont and New England manufacturers to their supply chains, contributing to the economic growth of the state and region. “Vermont is the supply chain hub for these companies to engage pre-qualified suppliers and partners, and optimize their supply chains for competitive advantage,” explains Chris Carrigan, Vice President of Business Development for the Vermont Chamber. “Vermont stands out as a leader in the industry because of the Manufacturing Summit’s ability to draw in 25 Canadian companies and 20 buyers from large, out-of-state manufactures.” The Vermont Chamber will host delegations from Aéro Montréal, the Québec Government, Connecticut aerospace, as well as 25 Canadian companies in support of its work to build a U.S.-Canadian Aerospace Corridor, linking Vermont’s $2 billion aerospace and aviation cluster with a $28 billion Canadian aerospace industry for cross-border contacts and contracts. This is part of the vision of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Aéro Montréal signed in 2013 and to be enhanced by extending the corridor to Connecticut in a signing at the event. In its sixth year, the Manufacturing Summit attracts attendees from the Northeast region and as far away as California, Virginia and Minnesota. Attendees network with industry peers, meet buyers and suppliers, connect with employers, attend industry workshops, see new product innovations and experience dynamic exhibits, such as an Advanced Manufacturing Lab by Vermont Technical College. For more information visit www. ManufacturedInVT.com. Vermont State Treasurer Beth Pearce Starts Term as President of the National Association of Auditors, Comptrollers, and Treasurers Vermont State Treasurer Beth Pearce has been elected president of the National Association of Auditors, Comptrollers, and Treasurers (NASACT), a nonpartisan organization made up of state government finance leaders in the 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories. “I am honored to begin my work as president of the National Association of Auditors, Comptrollers, and Treasurers,” said Treasurer Pearce. “NASACT plays the important role of bringing together government finance experts from across the country, so we can work collaboratively to address challenges facing the states. I would like to thank 2019 NASACT President, Comptroller Clark Partridge, for his leadership. As we look ahead to 2020, I welcome the chance to partner with public finance leaders to build government transparency, accountability, and integrity.” NASACT is an organization for state officials tasked with the financial management of state government. The Association plans • • • • • • and manages training and technical assistance programs; monitors and responds to federal legislation and agency developments that have an impact on state government; and uses its expertise to respond to technical standards-setting bodies, helping to ensure the highest levels of government transparency, accountability and integrity. Prior to becoming NASACT President, Treasurer Pearce served on the association’s Executive Committee and was First Vice President during NASACT’s 2019 term. Treasurer Pearce has also served as President of both the National Association of State Treasurers (NAST) and the National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA). “Organizations like NASACT play an important role in setting state and federal government policy. I look forward to bringing the perspective of Vermont to the table as we work to ensure excellence in government finance.” He’s a tough competitor on the courts. He’s even tougher on orthopedic pain. ORTHOPEDIC CENTER Dr. J.P. Begly Dr. Begly knows what it’s like to be limited by pain. And thanks to his specialized orthopedic training and access to a network of expertise, he can help you enjoy your favorite activities again. Trusted local care. A network of expertise. Diagnosis, treatment and rehab in one convenient location. 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WATERBORNE PAINT SYSTEM Health Department Requesting Provider Reports of Vapingassociated Respiratory Illness As part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s investigation into cases of severe respiratory illness associated with e-cigarettes and vaping, the Vermont Department of Health has asked the state’s health care providers to watch for and report any suspected cases. According to the CDC, 215 possible cases of severe pulmonary disease associated with e-cigarette products have been reported in 25 states as of August 27. Two deaths, one each in Illinois and Oregon, have been reported. Vermont health officials are investigating one suspected case. In a Health Advisory issued on August 29, 2019, Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD requested that providers report cases of significant respiratory illness among individuals with a history of vaping or smoking any substance in the 90 days prior to symptoms. The information collected will be shared with the CDC. Although health officials have not yet determined a single substance or e-cigarette product associated with illness, a health advisory from the CDC said all the people affected reported e-cigarette use, with many reporting they vaped cannabinoid products such as THC or CBD. Patients have experienced respiratory symptoms (cough, shortness of breath, or chest pain), nausea, vomiting or diarrhea, or other symptoms like fatigue, fever or weight loss. Symptoms typically develop over a period of days or weeks. “This outbreak is disturbing, particularly because of how serious the symptoms are and how little we know about their cause,” said Dr. Levine. “We want to make sure we identify any Vermonters affected by this illness to better understand the situation.” According to the 2017 Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) there was a significant increase in the percent of students who had ever tried e-cigarettes, from 30% to 34%. Fewer than one in 20 adults said they currently use e-cigarettes. Among high school students in Vermont, 12%, or 3,000 students, said they used electronic vapor products in the past 30 days, and 15% used them every day. Vermonters Must Be 21 to Purchase and Possess Tobacco Products Starting Sept. 1 Starting September 1, Vermonters must be at least 21 years old to purchase and possess tobacco products or paraphernalia. The new law also includes tobacco-substitute products, such as e-cigarettes. Health officials say the increase in buying age will help protect youth from nicotine addiction and potentially toxic chemicals. Commonly known as Tobacco 21, the new law is expected to reduce smoking rates over time and ultimately save lives. An estimated 95% of adults start smoking by age 21, so restricting access to these products will help prevent young Vermonters from ever taking it up. “We’ve made great strides against tobacco use, but the popularity of e-cigarettes and vaping continues to skyrocket among our youth,” said Health Commissioner Mark Levine, MD. “We are also seeing evidence of increasing rates of health problems associated with vaping.” According the Vermont Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) there was a significant increase in the percent of students who have ever tried e-cigarettes, from 30% in 2015 to 34% in 2017. Among high school students in Vermont, 12% said they used electronic vapor products in the past 30 days. A single 5% “pod” of liquid nicotine used in e-cigarettes can contain as much nicotine as an entire pack of cigarettes. Teens and young adults are uniquely vulnerable to the effects of nicotine, and more likely to get addicted. Exposure to nicotine in adolescence can impact attention, learning, mood and impulse control. The aerosol that users breathe from e-cigarettes can contain nicotine and other toxic chemicals, including formaldehyde and arsenic. Dr. Levine said that while e-cigarettes are less harmful to adults than combustible cigarettes, they are never safe for teens and young adults, making this new law all the more necessary. “These cyber-cigarettes, with their thousands of flavors, represent a 21st Century version of big tobacco’s decades-long push to market and promote their products to youth,” said Dr. Levine. “Society always races to keep up with technology. This law • • • A recent PACE survey of young Vermonters conducted by the Health Department and the University of Vermont found that among those who reported using marijuana in the past 30 days, 15% usually vaporized it. “Youth, young adults, pregnant women and adults who do not use tobacco products should not use e-cigarette products,” said Dr. Levine. “If you currently use e-cigarette products, do not buy them off the street or modify them for unintended use.” Public health concerns are already focused on the risks of exposure to potentially toxic chemicals from vaping products – including nicotine, arsenic, lead and formaldehyde. “We also know that e-cigarette products can be used to deliver substances for which they weren’t designed, like marijuana or other products that may come from unknown sources, which can make them more harmful,” said Dr. Levine Over the past several years, Vermont policy makers have focused on protecting youth and young adults from e-cigarette use. Vermonters must now be 21 years or older to buy or possess tobacco or tobacco-substitute products, such as e-cigarettes. A Health Department initiative called Counterbalance, and the efforts of youth-led groups like OVX are reaching out to educate kids about flavors and how they are used to appeal to a new generation. The state also added e-cigarettes to Clean Indoor Air requirements, prohibited online e-cigarette and liquid nicotine sales, and began taxing them at the same rate as tobacco-related products. Smokers who are trying to quit should use evidence-based approaches that have been shown to work. Visit 802Quits.org to get more information and free resources. Vermont Health Advisory: healthvermont.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ pdf/HAN-VapingIllness.pdf CDC Health Advisory: https://emergency.cdc.gov/han/han00421.asp Get Tobacco and Vaping information and Quit Resources: healthvermont.gov/wellness/tobacco helps to close the gap in favor of protecting public health.” With the enactment of Act 27, Vermont joins 17 states, the District of Columbia, Guam and more than 480 municipalities with a Tobacco 21 law. Two related laws went into effect in July that prohibit the online sales of e-cigarettes and liquid nicotine, and subjects e-cigarettes and liquid nicotine to the same 92% tax already assessed on tobacco-related products. These laws, in combination with Tobacco 21, help strengthen statewide tobacco prevention efforts to discourage teens and young adults from using these products. Health officials urge anyone looking for help to quit smoking or the use of any kind of tobacco product to visit 802quits.org(link is external). Read the Vermont Tobacco Prevention Laws fact sheet and find more information about tobacco, e-cigarettes, at healthvermont.gov/wellness/tobacco. Schools can also find resources specific to their communities by using our new Electronic Vapor Product Education Toolkit.
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