Here’s what you, the community told us about living in the Deerfield Valley…
Each of the four towns is both uniquely its own and tied together through shared landscapes, cultures, experiences, and challenges. We talked to community members to get the deeper story as can only be told by the people who live here. We met you at markets, local businesses, the community center, transfer stations, and on the sidewalks. We engaged you online in local social media groups. We were charmed and grateful that you met us with such warmth and candor. RISE thanks you for your contributions. Here’s what we found..
"Taxes are exorbitant due to schools but there's no services; high taxes and nothing to show for it."
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"Wilmington is a wonderful place to live despite the high cost of living."
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"Other small towns have created walkable town centers, [we] need to model on them." Readsboro Resident
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"I'm pretty happy here."
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" Despite our town bringing in significant funds via tourism/taxes for the state, the folks that live year round in Dover would like to see a return on those dollars for our town. " Jack Widness
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"it's "a small town with great hearts!" BM, Dover
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"Taxes are exorbitant due to schools but there's no services; high taxes and nothing to show for it." ~ "Wilmington is a wonderful place to live despite the high cost of living." ~ "Other small towns have created walkable town centers, [we] need to model on them." Readsboro Resident ~ "I'm pretty happy here." ~ " Despite our town bringing in significant funds via tourism/taxes for the state, the folks that live year round in Dover would like to see a return on those dollars for our town. " Jack Widness ~ "it's "a small town with great hearts!" BM, Dover ~
Where do you live in the Deerfield Valley? How long have you called the Deerfield Valley home?
Where do you travel for work?
Where do you go shopping?
What are the best parts about living in the Deerfield Valley?
What would you change about the Deerfield Valley?
On a scale of 1 to 5, how much do you worry about…
Climate Change in Southern Vermont
Climate Change in Southern Vermont
Jobs and the Economy in Southern Vermont
Housing Availability and Costs
School Quality and Accessibility
Healthcare Accessibility
Have you ever been affected by flooding in any major storm? What do you remember?
