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Wallingford – Wallingford Village
Renewal Application
Complete renewal application. All requirements met.
Cover letter dated 03/01/2021
Authorization from selectboard on 02/01/2021
Town planning process confirmed on 06/19/2018 by RRPC
Water and wastewater systems for the village is owned by Fire
District #1
Town has zoning bylaws
Located in the National and State Register of Historic Places
No proposed changes to designated boundary
Staff Recommendation
Approve application and renew designation
Downtown Board Meeting 22 March 2021
Wallingford Selectboard Meeting
Minutes
January 18, 2021
Selectboard Members Present: Bruce Duchesne, John McClallen, Patricia Pranger, Rose
Regula, and Nelson Tift. The meeting was held via Zoom audio conference call.
Others present: Sandi Switzer, Phil Baker, Steve Baker, Julie Sharon, Amy Gilbert and
Tammy Heffernan.
Selectboard Chair Nelson Tift called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
Agenda Amendments. None.
Minutes. B. Duchesne made a motion that was seconded by P. Pranger to approve the
01/04/21 Minutes. Motion carried (5-0).
Pay Orders. P. Pranger made a motion that was seconded by R. Regula to approve the
01/19/21 pay order total of $15,839.99. Motion (5-0).
Road Commissioner Report. None. R. Regula requested the road crew clear snow from the
transfer station on days of operations.
Certificate of Highway Miles. Road Commissioner Phil Baker said there were no changes
in town highway mileage following a review of the state Certificate of Highway Miles. By
consensus, the Board authorized adoption of the certificate with no changes.
Van Wyck Bridge Log Truck Usage. Steve Baker requested use of Van Wyck Bridge for
logging operations on Amy Gilbert’s property. Road Commissioner Phil Baker said the bridge
was rated for 16,000 pounds. He said replacement of i-beams two years ago had fortified the
bridge and it should be rated for 24,000 pounds. He said only half a log truck would be on the
bridge at any one time due to the length of the truck and the length of the bridge.
N. Tift asked the weight of the loaded truck. The road commissioner said 70,000 pounds.
Board members reviewed VTrans Orange Book and pertinent state statutes related to
overweight vehicles on bridges and roads. B. Duchesne asked if there was another access.
Steve Baker said there was possible access via East Street that would require landowner
approval. J. McClallen said the logging operation would require a great deal of gravel. B.
Duchesne suggested half loads to prevent damage to the bridge. Phil Baker agreed half loads
would be appropriate.
By consensus, the Board authorized use of Van Wyck Bridge for logging operations with half
loaded trucks only. Town Administrator Sandi Switzer requested Steve and Phil Baker submit
a completed Excess Weight form to the Town along with the appropriate fee and insurance
certificate naming the Town as holder prior to commencing any logging operations. Phil Baker
agreed.
Town of Wallingford Selectboard Meeting, January 18, 2021 Page 1 of 3Public Comments. None.
FY’22 Budget Proposal. R. Regula made a motion that was seconded by B. Duchesne to
approve the FY’22 budget of $1,292,013.92 requiring $894,738.82 to be raised in taxes.
Motion carried (5-0).
Town Meeting Warning. Tammy Heffernan, Town Moderator, said she had reviewed the
draft Town Meeting Warning after making recommendations for a couple of minor changes.
She said she was satisfied with the document. B. Duchesne made a motion that was
seconded by P. Pranger to adopt the Town Meeting Warning. Motion carried (5-0).
Ms. Heffernan agreed to assist with the March 1 Informational Meeting. Board members noted
an Informational Meeting handout to be included in the annual Town Report would provide
residents with details in order to participate in the March 1 meeting.
Selectboard Report. By consensus, the Board approved the Selectboard Report to be
included in the annual Town Report. P. Pranger thanked B. Duchesne for writing the opening
three paragraphs.
Quarterly Financials. Board members reviewed the FY’21 second quarter financials. It was
noted Ordinance Fine revenues were significantly lower than anticipated.
Village Designation Center Renewal. Board members reviewed the Village Designation
Center packet required to renew the designation. Board members agreed to proceed with
minimal changes. N. Tift made a motion that was seconded by P. Pranger to pursue renewal.
Motion carried (4-1). J. McClallen voted in the minority.
AT&T Cell Tower Agreement. R. Regula made a motion that was seconded by P. Pranger
that premature general public knowledge regarding contract negotiations with lessee
AT&T would put the Town of Wallingford at a substantial disadvantage by disclosing
negotiation strategy. Motion carried (5-0).
R. Regula made a motion that was seconded by J. McClallen to enter executive session
at 7:25 p.m. with the town administrator for AT&T contract negotiations. Motion carried
(5-0).
R. Regula made a motion that was seconded by P. Pranger to exit executive session at
7:30 p.m. Motion carried (5-0). No action was taken.
Selectboard Concerns. None.
Other Business. By consensus, the Board agreed to hire Safety Kleen at $50 for a truck fee
and then a per gallon rate to collect used oil at the transfer station. The Board agreed to halt
acceptance of used oil at the transfer station, but agreed to revisit the matter during the facility
recertification process.
By consensus, the Board agreed to direct Jim Regula to remove the garbage can at the
recreation area off Meadow Street until spring after reports the barrels were filled with
personal garbage.
Town of Wallingford Selectboard Meeting, January 18, 2021 Page 2 of 3Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
Date Approved: 02/01/21
Sandi Switzer/Town Administrator
Town of Wallingford Selectboard Meeting, January 18, 2021 Page 3 of 3Amanda O'Connor
To: Ed Bove
Subject: RE: Wallingford Village Center Designations - Renewal Reminder
From: Town Administrator
Sent: Thursday, January 21, 2021 1:11 PM
To: Ed Bove
Subject: FW: Wallingford Village Center Designations ‐ Renewal Reminder
Hi Ed,
On January 18, the Selectboard agreed to pursue renewal of the Village Center Designation.
I understand RRPC assists with this process.
Would you please provide the required letters and, if possible, maps as needed?
I’ve included some of the documents Elyse and I were working on in 2018 before the deadline was extended to this year.
Much appreciated.
Sincerely,
Sandi Switzer
Wallingford Town Administrator
75 School Street
Wallingford, VT 05773
(802)446-2872
Visit the municipal website at www.wallingfordvt.com for Agendas, Meeting Minutes, Town Clerk and Treasurer
information, municipal officer contacts and much more.
Please note that this email message, along with any response or reply, is considered a public record, and thus, subject
to disclosure under the Vermont Public Records Law (1 V.S.A. §§ 315‐320).
From: Lavoie, Jennifer [mailto:Jennifer.Lavoie@vermont.gov]
Sent: Monday, January 11, 2021 1:48 PM
To: Town Administrator
Cc: Town Administrator ; Ed Bove ; Amore, Richard
Subject: Wallingford Village Center Designations ‐ Renewal Reminder
Good afternoon,
The Town of Wallingford’s village center designations are up for renewal later this year. Please review the
attached documents for more information.
If you have any questions, please contact Richard Amore, 802-595-1340
Kind Regards,
Jenni Lavoie
Jenni Lavoie | Grant Specialist
Department of Housing and Community Development
Agency of Commerce & Community Development
1 National Life Dr, Davis Bldg, 6th Floor | Montpelier, Vermont 05620-0501
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13 Adopted June 4, 20182/10/2021 Wallingford Block awarded tax credits, expect to greet new coffee shop and bakery in April | News | rutlandherald.com https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/wallingford-block-awarded-tax-credits-expect-to-greet-new-coffee-shop-and-bakery- in-april/article_0812d31d-668b-58ca-81b0-3613b9c6bf69.html Wallingford Block awarded tax credits, expect to greet new coffee shop and bakery in April By Keith Whitcomb Jr. Staff Writer Feb 9, 2021 WALLINGFORD — A historic building in the center of town has qualified for more than $150,000 in tax credits, and plans to host a new coffee shop and bakery come April. The Wallingford Block, built in 1824 and bought in 2018 by Michelle Kenney, was awarded $158,500 in tax credits, according to the Office of Gov. Phil Scott. A total of $770,000 tax credits were awarded in total to revitalization projects within several downtown areas statewide. The Wallingford Block, which some have called the Odd Fellows building, after a social club that once gathered there, is at 15 South Main St., and is currently home to Sal’s. Kenney bought the building with the hope of getting more businesses on the ground floor, renting the second floor out to some other commercial tenants, and turning the third floor back into a community center. “Because I am embarking upon a renovation of a historic building in a downtown historic village, the state of Vermont, through the Agency of Commerce, provided for potential tax credits,” Kenney said. “The program awards themselves are competitive, so it’s an application process and through the process you basically describe the intent of your project, the benefit to the community, how it can impact economic feasibility and provide the community with growth.” https://www.rutlandherald.com/news/wallingford-block-awarded-tax-credits-expect-to-greet-new-coffee-shop-and-bakery-in-april/article_0812d31d-668… 1/4
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She applied for this tax credit in 2019, but didn’t get it.
“One of the primary reasons I wanted this building was so our town could have an awesome coffee shop,
so we’re working really hard to get the space ready for them,” Kenney said. “I think the fact we were
continuing with our project even though I was passed over the first time is something I think the board was
impressed with, and I received all the tax credits I asked for in the award.”
The new coffee shop and bakery will be called Sweet Birch Coffee Roasters and Bakery, said Kenney. It
will be run by Chloe Parry, who specializes in croissants but does pastries, catering and wedding cakes as
well, and her business partner, Betsy Valine, who Kenney says has experience roasting her own coffee.
“I’m thrilled to have them coming aboard, and I think it’s really going to help our town and provide some
great coffee,” said Kenney.
Valine did not return calls seeking comment on Tuesday; Parry couldn’t be reached.
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Kenney said her partner, Nick Vittone, deserves a great deal of credit for his work on the project as well.
He’s done much of the construction work that’s seen the building’s foundation, façade, and windows
shored up.
According to the state, the tax credits awarded were based on a $607,400 project cost. Kenney said that’s
what’s been put into the place so far, but she expects the cost to top $1 million after its completion.
Kenney said the way the tax-credit program works is, one must spend the funds before they can be
credited. She said beside the aesthetic work, much has been done to bring the building up to code, as it
needs an elevator and sprinkler system.
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She’s had the exterior windows removed to be renovated, which is coming along nicely. The building will
need a paint job, but the next major phase is getting the second floor open for business. Once that’s all in
place, she can turn her attention to the third floor.
“The downtown and village center tax credits are proven methods for spurring private investment and
economic growth,” stated Scott in a release. “These projects will help communities and businesses bounce
back from challenges caused by the pandemic. That’s why my budget recommends increases to this
program to help Vermont’s historic downtowns continue to build back stronger than ever.”
Department of Housing and Community Development Commissioner Josh Hanford stated in a release that
he’s inspired to see people working hard for the future in spite of the pandemic.
“Vermont’s Main Street businesses have taken a gut punch this past year and the Downtown and Village
Center tax credit program has played a critical role in restoring community vibrancy this past summer and
fall,” Hanford said.
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