Rutland City is facing a tax increase and crucial infrastructure upgrades, raising questions about financial sustainability for residents.
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Rutland City Board Approves $5.25M Bond for Infrastructure Projects
Rutland City Board formally adopts general obligation bond to fund approved infrastructure projects.
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July 23, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Rutland City is facing a tax increase and crucial infrastructure upgrades, raising questions about financial sustainability for residents.
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Rutland City officials have approved a tax rate increase, raising concerns for homeowners and renters alike as financial pressures mount.
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City Council Approves Municipal Tax Rate Increase to 2.1536 Amid Concerns
Council approves 2.1536 municipal tax rate increase while addressing impacts on renters.
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July 18, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Rutland City officials have approved a tax rate increase, raising concerns for homeowners and renters alike as financial pressures mount.
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Rutland City honors cherished community members while grappling with pressing public service issues and calls for inclusivity.
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Rutland City Council honors local figures and addresses public service concerns
Council remembers community members while discussing public complaints and recreational staff hiring.
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June 18, 2025 at 3:53 AM
Rutland City honors cherished community members while grappling with pressing public service issues and calls for inclusivity.
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Frustrated residents of Rutland City confront local leaders, demanding accountability for the police's inadequate response to escalating violence and drug issues at 133 Grove Street.
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Resident confronts Rutland leaders over police response at 133 Grove Street
Community members express concerns to Rutland city officials regarding police handling of incident.
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June 5, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Frustrated residents of Rutland City confront local leaders, demanding accountability for the police's inadequate response to escalating violence and drug issues at 133 Grove Street.
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The Rutland City Board of Aldermen is taking bold steps to revitalize downtown and boost public safety, but will they make the critical decisions needed in time?
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Rutland City Board discusses downtown revitalization and funding for firefighter salaries
Board members consider downtown project funding and approve salary for new firefighter position.
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June 5, 2025 at 9:20 AM
The Rutland City Board of Aldermen is taking bold steps to revitalize downtown and boost public safety, but will they make the critical decisions needed in time?
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Rutland City is set to transform its landscape with ambitious urban planning aimed at reversing sprawl and fostering vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods.
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Rutland City plans growth strategy focusing on densifying urban areas
Rutland City targets 60% of land for planned growth and density improvements.
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May 23, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Rutland City is set to transform its landscape with ambitious urban planning aimed at reversing sprawl and fostering vibrant, mixed-use neighborhoods.
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The Rutland City School Board is at a crossroads, debating two major proposals that could redefine education in Vermont—will they strengthen community ties or create new challenges?
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Rutland City Board discusses two educational transformation proposals in latest meeting
Board reviews Bongard's Proposal and House Bill 454 for educational reforms and consolidations.
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April 15, 2025 at 12:46 AM
The Rutland City School Board is at a crossroads, debating two major proposals that could redefine education in Vermont—will they strengthen community ties or create new challenges?
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House Bill 504 is stirring up intense debates in Vermont, aiming to empower Rutland residents with a new commission for local governance—but will it truly enhance community engagement or just complicate the process?
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Rutland County establishes commission with diverse member appointments
Rutland County creates a new commission with varying term lengths and appointment criteria.
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April 12, 2025 at 2:30 PM
House Bill 504 is stirring up intense debates in Vermont, aiming to empower Rutland residents with a new commission for local governance—but will it truly enhance community engagement or just complicate the process?
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#Theater was a big part of helping me build self esteem and even leadership skills as a teenager. Local theater troupes are such an awesome resource and I'm so glad I get to support and enjoy community theater in #RutlandCity.
The Tony Award-winning musical is a dark comedy set in a dystopian future where water is so scarce, corrupt companies control where people relieve themselves — and charge for it.
'Urinetown', the comedic musical about basic needs, comes to Rutland's Paramount this weekend
Urinetown, the Tony Award-winning musical, will be on stage this weekend at Rutland’s Paramount Theater. The dark comedy is set in a dystopian future where water is so scarce, corrupt companies contro...
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April 10, 2025 at 3:02 PM
#Theater was a big part of helping me build self esteem and even leadership skills as a teenager. Local theater troupes are such an awesome resource and I'm so glad I get to support and enjoy community theater in #RutlandCity.
A bold tax stabilization plan has been approved to transform vacant offices into six much-needed residential apartments in downtown Rutland, with completion expected by June!
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Community Committee approves $2.3M tax stabilization plan for Rutland housing project
Committee unanimously endorses tax stabilization plan critical for new Downtown Rutland apartments.
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March 19, 2025 at 8:36 PM
A bold tax stabilization plan has been approved to transform vacant offices into six much-needed residential apartments in downtown Rutland, with completion expected by June!
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Get ready, Rutland! This year’s Whoopie Pie Festival is set to break records with a delicious twist—over 2,500 people eating whoopie pies at the same time!
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Rutland plans record attempt for largest simultaneous whoopie pie eaters event
Alderman McCann proposes crowd record for simultaneous whoopie pie eating at festival.
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March 5, 2025 at 4:30 AM
Get ready, Rutland! This year’s Whoopie Pie Festival is set to break records with a delicious twist—over 2,500 people eating whoopie pies at the same time!
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The Rutland City Board of Aldermen just greenlit the Whoopi Pike Festival, promising a vibrant celebration this September that unites the community like never before!
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City Council approves Whoopi Pike Festival and veil remediation project contract
Council passes motion for Whoopi Pike Festival and Global Action Sports contract approval.
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March 5, 2025 at 4:29 AM
The Rutland City Board of Aldermen just greenlit the Whoopi Pike Festival, promising a vibrant celebration this September that unites the community like never before!
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Yesterday, I was out for a Honk & Wave along with a few other #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen candidates, a few School Board candidates, and Mayor Mike Doenges.
February 17, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Yesterday, I was out for a Honk & Wave along with a few other #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen candidates, a few School Board candidates, and Mayor Mike Doenges.
Finally tried a Townline Grill smash burger. Holy snopes! SO good. Townline, a food truck turned brick-and-mortar is a #RutlandCity BIAP success story. Learn more about the program here: www.rutlandvtbusiness.com/business-inc...
February 15, 2025 at 5:05 AM
Finally tried a Townline Grill smash burger. Holy snopes! SO good. Townline, a food truck turned brick-and-mortar is a #RutlandCity BIAP success story. Learn more about the program here: www.rutlandvtbusiness.com/business-inc...
#RutlandCity has been working hard to find ways to incentivize housing rehabilitation and new housing development. Abundant housing is affordable housing.
We have an aging population, a workforce crisis, and a housing crisis in Vermont. This is the perfect storm that directly hurts working people. We need to attract more workers and younger families and make sure we have a housing market that allows them to stay.
People Finally Flocked to Vermont. It Didn’t Last.
The state’s struggle to keep working-age people is threatening its economy.
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February 11, 2025 at 3:19 AM
#RutlandCity has been working hard to find ways to incentivize housing rehabilitation and new housing development. Abundant housing is affordable housing.
As someone who recently learned first-hand how great the RRMC maternity care is, I'm not surprised at all by this recognition. #RutlandCity is lucky to have such an amazing resource for parents.
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RRMC Named To U.S. News 2025 Best Hospitals For Maternity Care | Mountain Times
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, has named Rutland Regional Medical Center (RRMC) as a 2025 High
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February 8, 2025 at 2:47 PM
As someone who recently learned first-hand how great the RRMC maternity care is, I'm not surprised at all by this recognition. #RutlandCity is lucky to have such an amazing resource for parents.
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A Rutland City Alderman faces backlash after making false claims about police contract negotiations, raising alarm over public trust and accountability.
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Rutland Police leaders criticize Alderman Heck for spreading falsehoods about department negotiations
Detective Corporal Adam Lucia calls for accountability after Alderman Heck's inaccurate public statements.
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February 5, 2025 at 8:45 AM
A Rutland City Alderman faces backlash after making false claims about police contract negotiations, raising alarm over public trust and accountability.
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We are just one month away from #TownMeetingDay!
I’m about 1/3 of the way to my campaign fundraising goal of $1,000. Can you help me close the gap? Every contribution helps me connect with more voters and keep #RutlandCity moving forward.
Chip in today: givebutter.com/McCann2025
I’m about 1/3 of the way to my campaign fundraising goal of $1,000. Can you help me close the gap? Every contribution helps me connect with more voters and keep #RutlandCity moving forward.
Chip in today: givebutter.com/McCann2025
Reelect John McCann for Rutland City Alderman in 2025
John McCann is running for reelection to the Rutland City, Vermont Board of Aldermen on Town Meeting Day in March of 2025 along with other candidates from Rutland Forward..
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February 5, 2025 at 4:37 AM
We are just one month away from #TownMeetingDay!
I’m about 1/3 of the way to my campaign fundraising goal of $1,000. Can you help me close the gap? Every contribution helps me connect with more voters and keep #RutlandCity moving forward.
Chip in today: givebutter.com/McCann2025
I’m about 1/3 of the way to my campaign fundraising goal of $1,000. Can you help me close the gap? Every contribution helps me connect with more voters and keep #RutlandCity moving forward.
Chip in today: givebutter.com/McCann2025
Lots on the 02/03/25 #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen meeting. Two public forums starting at 6:30 looking at the Capital Improvement Plan and Charter changes. Regular agenda includes event permits, a BIAP request, water conservation, and more!
Whole packet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Iihx...
Whole packet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Iihx...
February 3, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Lots on the 02/03/25 #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen meeting. Two public forums starting at 6:30 looking at the Capital Improvement Plan and Charter changes. Regular agenda includes event permits, a BIAP request, water conservation, and more!
Whole packet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Iihx...
Whole packet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Iihx...
As a candidate for the Board of Aldermen in #RutlandCity, I put together the following quick video introduction.
Rutland City Alderman John McCann 2025 Profile
YouTube video by John McCann
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February 1, 2025 at 11:22 PM
As a candidate for the Board of Aldermen in #RutlandCity, I put together the following quick video introduction.
This infographic highlights why increasing housing in #RutlandCity is so needed. While Rutland is Vermont’s most affordable area, it's still pricier than the cheapest regions in other states. More housing means lower rents. Boosting supply can help stabilize costs.
📷: @visualcap.bsky.social
📷: @visualcap.bsky.social
February 1, 2025 at 5:11 PM
This infographic highlights why increasing housing in #RutlandCity is so needed. While Rutland is Vermont’s most affordable area, it's still pricier than the cheapest regions in other states. More housing means lower rents. Boosting supply can help stabilize costs.
📷: @visualcap.bsky.social
📷: @visualcap.bsky.social
Have you heard of Rutland’s Partners in Housing? They met today at The Hub CoWorks to discuss underutilized spaces and connecting housers with resources and funding. It was great to see small-scale developers and city officials working together to expand #RutlandCity housing options.
January 31, 2025 at 11:57 PM
Have you heard of Rutland’s Partners in Housing? They met today at The Hub CoWorks to discuss underutilized spaces and connecting housers with resources and funding. It was great to see small-scale developers and city officials working together to expand #RutlandCity housing options.
Vermont educators are pioneering innovative programs to support students with social and emotional challenges, transforming lives in Rutland City and beyond.
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#VT #MentalHealthSupport #EducationInnovation #RutlandCity #CitizenPortal #BehavioralInterventions
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Rutland City expands therapeutic programs for students with emotional and behavioral challenges
Schools develop therapeutic programs to support students with emotional and behavioral needs amid community service gaps.
citizenportal.ai
January 30, 2025 at 6:17 AM
Vermont educators are pioneering innovative programs to support students with social and emotional challenges, transforming lives in Rutland City and beyond.
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#VT #MentalHealthSupport #EducationInnovation #RutlandCity #CitizenPortal #BehavioralInterventions
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#VT #MentalHealthSupport #EducationInnovation #RutlandCity #CitizenPortal #BehavioralInterventions
#RutlandCity is generally small enough and compact enough that driving should not be the primary mode of transportation. I regularly replace car trips with walking and biking.
Want an economically competitive city? A fiscally smart city? A healthy city? A sustainable, climate-responsible & resilient city? An equitable & accessible city? A livable city? A city with more choices? A successful city today, that’s positioned for a successful future?
Build a #multimodal city.
Build a #multimodal city.
January 29, 2025 at 9:19 PM
#RutlandCity is generally small enough and compact enough that driving should not be the primary mode of transportation. I regularly replace car trips with walking and biking.
I am running for re-election as a member of the #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen. Yard signs aren't my thing.
To reach more voters, I’ll be sending letters and postcards. Printing and postage costs add up. You can support me here: givebutter.com/McCann2025. Every donation makes a difference.
To reach more voters, I’ll be sending letters and postcards. Printing and postage costs add up. You can support me here: givebutter.com/McCann2025. Every donation makes a difference.
January 27, 2025 at 11:38 PM
I am running for re-election as a member of the #RutlandCity Board of Aldermen. Yard signs aren't my thing.
To reach more voters, I’ll be sending letters and postcards. Printing and postage costs add up. You can support me here: givebutter.com/McCann2025. Every donation makes a difference.
To reach more voters, I’ll be sending letters and postcards. Printing and postage costs add up. You can support me here: givebutter.com/McCann2025. Every donation makes a difference.