Members are invited to attend the VTSTRA Policy & Advocacy Committee Meetings and participate in the discussions related to our political strategy, lobbying efforts, and advocacy campaigns.

These meetings reoccur monthly on every first Wednesday of the month at 4:00 pm EST via Zoom.

A representative from our lobbying firm MMR, LLC will be present to advise this Committee.

Join Zoom Meeting:
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Agenda for 12/1/21 Committee Meeting

OLD BUSINESS:

1. State-level Policy & Advocacy

   1. Updates from MMR, LLC (Matt M.)

   2. S.79 Recommendations

   3. Women Business Owners Network - Policy Committee Meeting takeaways

   4. VT Tourism Summit learnings: 

      1. Health of short-term rental market

      2. Partnership with UVM Extension & VT Fresh Network for VT Farm Stays

      3. Vermont Lodging Association (VLA) - Opposition & Opportunities in 2022

      4. VT Travel & Recreation Council (TRC)

1. Local-level Policy & Advocacy Work

   1. Burlington STR Regulations update on status & legal action

   2. Chapter Leader recruitment & resources

   3. ASTRHO “Standards” Document collaboration

   4. Town Regulation Catalogue: www.vtstra.org/policies

NEW BUSINESS: 

1. State-level P&A Work: 

   1. Objectives, milestones, & tactics for 2022 Strategic Plan and Budget

   2. Stance on Private Equity Firms and Big Corporation PM Companies

   3. Stance on Act 250 reform

   4. Online resources for the general public vs. for members only

2. Local-level P&A Work: 

   1. Taking legal action against Towns & Cities