@SueMinterVT

Exec Dir of Capstone Community Action @VTAction, mom, skier, dog lover

 Waterbury, VT
Joined October 2013
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Gov. Scott announced on Tuesday that two versions of the license plates will be offered, and the money will go towards flood relief. The "I Am Vermont Strong" plates were originally introduced by Gov. Peter Shumlin and sold following Tropical Storm Irene. vermontpublic.org/local-news…

'Vermont Strong' license plates are back to raise money for flood relief

Gov. Scott announced on Tuesday that two versions of the license plates will be offered, and the money will go towards flood relief.

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The fund organized by Capstone Community Action will provide grants to businesses across the state in an effort to get money into owner’s hands before federal aid arrives. #VTflood23 vtdigger.org/2023/07/19/barr…

In Barre, business owners laud launch of Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund - VTDigger

The fund organized by Capstone Community Action will provide grants to businesses across the state in an effort to get money into owner’s hands before federal aid arrives.

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A nonprofit in Washington County will be administering a statewide flood recovery fund for independently owned businesses. Sue Minter, executive director of Capstone Community Action, says business owners will need philanthropic help to resume operations. bit.ly/43ycXVA
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State and local officials say it appears many of the post-Irene upgrades held up during this month’s storm. But early returns also suggest that some communities that didn't update their infrastructure paid a heavy price, and even some that did. vermontpublic.org/local-news…

Vermont spent millions on flood mitigation after Tropical Storm Irene. Did it work?

State and local officials say it appears many of the post-Irene upgrades held up during this month’s storm. But early returns also suggest that some communities that didn't update their infrastruct...

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"It's really understanding that nature will win and that we have to design our systems in concert with nature," said Sue Minter, executive director of Capstone Community Action and a former recovery officer after Tropical Storm Irene. vermontpublic.org/local-news…

Reflecting on Tropical Storm Irene following this month's historic floods

"It's really understanding that nature will win and that we have to design our systems in concert with nature," said Sue Minter, executive director of Capstone Community Action and a former recovery...

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"If we innovate, if we think about the future, if we actually build for the future we can do much better when this comes next time. We have to really make lemonade out of these lemons" - my Irene reflections @vermontpublic #vtflood23 vermontpublic.org/local-news…

Reflecting on Tropical Storm Irene following this month's historic floods

"It's really understanding that nature will win and that we have to design our systems in concert with nature," said Sue Minter, executive director of Capstone Community Action and a former recovery...

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"We’ve been through this before & we know how to work together to do unimaginable & impossible tasks. That’s the other side of that story, of being prepared, & being resilient and being there for one another" - Tx @GallowayVTD @newrepublic #vtflood23 newrepublic.com/article/1742…

How Vermont Learned Its Climate Lesson the Hard Way

The floods that hit the state this week were intense—but spending after Hurricane Irene helped to keep a total catastrophe at bay.

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The Vermont floods have been devastating, but my reporting with @KitchenReport @rirob111 also uncovered stories of resilience. As @SueMinterVT, VT’s 2011 Irene recovery officer says, “I think we’re … so much more prepared and ready than we ever were before.” #Vermont #floods
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Back in 2011, Tropical Storm Irene gave flooded Vermont a wake-up call. Efforts since then to build resiliency – alongside a humanitarian spirit – are helping this week. bit.ly/3JTqeRK
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"We’ve been through this before & we know how to work together to do unimaginable & impossible tasks. That’s the other side of that story, of being prepared, & being resilient and being there for one another" - @SueMinterVT on Irene lessons that worked csmonitor.com/Environment/20…

When the floods surged, a focus on readiness helped Vermont

Back in 2011, Tropical Storm Irene gave flooded Vermont a wake-up call. Efforts since then to build resiliency – alongside a humanitarian spirit – are hel…

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Vermont businesses, we've got your back! Those needing flood assistance can apply for micro-grants - @VTMainStFund @VTAction #vtflood23 mynbc5.com/article/vermont-b…

Vermont businesses can now apply for micro-grants

Starting today, businesses can apply to the Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund.

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"Having survived Irene and helped lead that recovery over three years, I know that we are going to recover and recover stronger” #vtflood23 @VTAction vtdigger.org/2023/07/19/barr…

In Barre, business owners laud launch of Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund - VTDigger

The fund organized by Capstone Community Action will provide grants to businesses across the state in an effort to get money into owner’s hands before federal aid arrives.

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Sorry to hear about the closure of Penny Cluse. Had a memorable meal with ⁦@POTUS⁩ & ⁦@SenatorLeahy⁩ there!
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“It is not a moral stance to allow people to be unhoused” timesargus.com/news/local/ve… via @timesargus

VERAP deadline strikes concern

MONTPELIER — Advocates warn that hundreds could be left homeless and social service groups further strained after the state’s decision to end a pandemic program to help with rent.

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We added new positions! Join our team by applying today at capstonevt.org/jobs
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Thank you for making our Fuel Your Neighbors Campaign, powered by @VSECU, a tremendous success! Your generosity is lifting our neighbors up when they need it the most. You are helping to ensure that no one has to choose between heating their home and feeding their family.
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Due to the weather all of our Capstone locations have a delayed opening by two hours. The Lamoille County office is closed for the day. (2/3/22)
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Willem Jewett, a former majority leader of the Vermont House, died today, according to his doctor. Among his final acts was to tell @rirob111 why he supported proposed changes to Vermont’s aid-in-dying law. Read Riley’s powerful story here: vtdigger.org/2022/01/12/verm…

Vermont lawmakers are considering changes to the state’s aid-in-dying law. A former colleague, now...

Advocates say the current waiting periods and in-person requirements make the process unnecessarily onerous for patients at the end of their lives.

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Now hiring! View all open positions and full job descriptions at capstonevt.org/jobs
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Today at 9am listen to @wdevradio for a live broadcast from Capstone Community Action. Learn more about our Fuel Your Neighbors campaign powered by @vsecu and our various programs and services. instagram.com/p/CXBeaN1rB4I/…

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Thank you for supporting your neighbors with the gift of a good meal and a warm home this winter. Your generosity gives our neighbors hope during the hardest seasons of life. The campaign continues with the next $10,000 raised matched by @VSECU. fuelyourneighbors.org
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