🌱 VT Pension Solutions Pending + Free UVM Phlebotomy Training

Burlington VT

12 January, 2022

3:37 PM

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Hey, Burlington! Let's get you started this Thursday with everything you need to know going on today in town. First, today's weather: Morning snow showers; cloudy. High: 35 Low: 21. Here are the top 2 stories in Burlington today: Vermont lawmakers, state employees, and teachers have developed a plan to get the state employee and teacher pension plans fully funded by 2038. Under this plan, staff would pay slightly more into the fund and receive slightly fewer benefits, while the state would contribute using General Fund money to help close the $3 billion gap. At a Tuesday meeting, Governor Phil Scott reported that he will need to ensure the plan is sustainable before signing off on it, but he is encouraged to see the progress made in solving the problem. (WCAX)There's a high demand for all kinds of medical workers, and a new partnership at the UVM Medical Center aims to ease some of the demand for phlebotomists. The Phlebotomy Training Program gives students both classroom and hands-on experience, allowing them to get into the field after they finish their eight-week training. The free program is open to Vermont residents and UVM Medical Center employees. (WCAX) From our sponsor: Hey Burlington, are you looking to buy a house, refinance or just explore your options? Check out the new Patch Mortgage Center for all your home financing needs! Today in Burlington: Mi Yard Reggae Night At Nectar's (5:00 PM) From my notebook: The CDC and NIH, in partnership with the Vermont Department of Health, are offering free COVID-19 rapid test kits to residents of eligible communities. (Facebook)A former writer with Vermont Mom will soon be stepping into a seat at the Vermont House of Representatives. (Instagram)Meet the social and affectionate Zimmie, Burlington Humane's featured pet. (Instagram) Loving the Burlington Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with your next update! — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.