Alderman Michael Talbott claims Rutland’s $7.1M JCI contract was carefully vetted, but meeting records tell a different story—one of rushed approvals, questionable financial assumptions, and no real public oversight. Why did Rutland Forward
Rutland officials pushed through a $7.1 million energy contract without voter approval, claiming it would pay for itself. But JCI’s own numbers prove otherwise—even in the best-case scenario, the project falls nearly $3 million short over 2
Rutland officials approved a $7.1 million contract guaranteeing just $5,000 in energy savings per year for 20 years. The Board of Aldermen—led by Rutland Forward candidates—passed the deal without knowing if a $500,000 grant would come thro
A $12 million bond and a 10-acre land giveaway are about to be decided in a low-turnout vote this Wednesday. The Valley Community Center project could lock some Rutland County towns into 30 years of taxpayer debt, yet few residents even kno
Vermont’s S.66 bill isn’t just about noise—it’s a stealth attack on truckers and small businesses, forcing costly retrofits while letting a government-run "rat app" turn neighbors against each other. The problem is already solving itself, b
At the heart of Rutland’s school budget controversy is carefully worded ballot language that obscures real spending increases and tax hikes. While per-pupil spending is reported as “down,” the budget actually rises by $3.35 million (5.2%),
Vermont’s PILOT program was designed to compensate towns for lost tax revenue from state-owned, tax-exempt properties, but the formula favors larger cities like Burlington while shortchanging rural communities. Meanwhile, nonprofits pay not
Vermont’s Clean Heat Standard is a lawsuit time bomb disguised as climate policy. The so-called "$0.10 per gallon cap" is a lie—lawsuits under the Global Warming Solutions Act will force unlimited credit purchases, and you’ll foot the bill.
Vermont’s Democrat-controlled legislature is pushing a 142% pay raise for themselves while refusing to consider bills that would lower energy costs for taxpayers. Meanwhile, lawsuits triggered by their extreme climate policies continue to d
Rutland’s budget has grown, but rising salaries, pensions, and retiree healthcare now consume over 30% of city spending, leaving less for infrastructure and services. Crime concerns remain despite increased police funding. With elections ah
Vermont’s VT Saves program automatically deducts 5% of workers’ paychecks unless they opt out. While the state says it’s about retirement security, forced participation, limited investment choices, and potential fees raise concerns. Shouldn
Vermont’s legislature just rewrote insurance law without real debate, turning UIM into a guaranteed payout system that will raise premiums and could drive insurers out. The temptation of treating insurance like a lottery may sound good, but
