On August 28th, the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness (USICH) announced that the Chittenden County Continuum of Care (VT-501) has eradicated homelessness among veterans in Chittenden County.  
 
The announcement, sent to Mayor Kristine Lott of Winooski and Mayor Miro Weinberger of Burlington states: 
 
“We are confident that the infrastructure and systems you have built will ensure that any Veteran experiencing homelessness in the region will get the support they need to quickly obtain a permanent home.” 
 
Mayor Lott stated in an official press release: 
 

Suffolk University graduate student Regine Albin has been named the Fall 2020 Vermont Housing Fellow. Albin will receive a financial stipend to improve and expand information available to decision makers about Vermont housing markets and opportunities. In addition, the program is intended to provide the fellow with valuable experience aiding her professional development.

From Boston, Massachusetts, Albin is pursuing a Master’s degree in Public Administration. She also works at as a domestic violence advocate at the Association of Haitian Women. Prior to starting her graduate work, Albin earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Political Science from Pine Manor College.

Homebuyers need every advantage they can get in today’s COVID-impacted housing market. To help homebuyers in Vermont, VHFA is temporarily lowering rates for homebuyers who use VHFA MOVE, and VHFA will not charge a premium for buyers using VHFA MOVE with ASSIST down payment and closing cost assistance. These lower rates will be for a limited time only while funds last.

Lower rates increase buying power

United Way of Northwest Vermont is collaborating with other Vermont United Way organizations and the Larner College of Medicine at the University of Vermont to ask individuals across the state to share priorities and perceptions about the health of our community. The survey will help prioritize community needs in the coming year as Vermont recovers from the COVID-19 pandemic.