The Town of Weathersfield’s Zoning Bylaw (as adopted April 5, 2021) establishes mandatory buffer zones between drug and tobacco paraphernalia establishments and sensitive land uses,…
In 2023, Woodstock village updated its smokefree parks ordinance. Tags: cannabis, municipal policy, tobacco products, tobacco substitutes, substance-free, prevention, recovery
Last updated: 4/14/2023 The resource aggregates sample health-related policy language from adopted town plans across the state, organized by topic area. If you know of…
This matrix outlines potential development impacts of various types of cannabis establishments, as reported in the literature and experienced by communities around the country. None…
This policy prohibits the possession or use of all lighted tobacco and cannabis products and use of tobacco substitutes (including vaping devices) in public and…
Policy Template for Smoke-free Municipal-Owned Parks, Beaches and Recreational Areas, from the VT Department of Health Tobacco Control Program
Municipal.Guidance_FINAL (1)This guidance is provided by the Vermont Cannabis Control Board to assist municipalities working with individuals and businesses seeking to establish a cannabis business…
Recovery-friendly communities make it easier for people to stay sober if they are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. An RFC would consider the…
This is an assessment tool for towns to see where the town currently stands with in-place youth protective factors, including zoning, town ordinances, health chapters…
LINK “This guide is for health professionals, planners and anyone seeking to make their community a place that supports active living and healthy eating. People…
Link: https://www.keystothevalley.com/toolbox-orientation-and-goals-list/toolbox-overview/ Keys to the Valley has prepared a “toolbox” of strategies and policies that can be used to promote safe and affordable homes while strengthening our communities. These tools can be used by a variety…
LINK The Plan contains a vision for Vermont’s food system in 2030, 15 strategic goals with 87 objectives, and 34 priority strategies (recommendations for action).…
LINK A policy vision for Vermont’s early care and learning system
LINK Newport’s Action Plan of recommendations and implementation tasks was developed by Advisory Council members, community stakeholders, and work groups dedicated to each of…
LINK Health in All Policies recognizes that health is determined not only by genetics, health care, and individual behaviors but by a complex set of…
By providing a subset of tools and actionable strategies, this guide attempts to encourage both planning and health promotion efforts to address the environmental factors…