Statement from Vermont Downtown Coalition in Response to Governor Scott’s 2024 Budget Address

Governor Phil Scott today introduced an FY24 budget proposal that includes for the first time funding for Vermont’s 24 Designated Downtowns, demonstrating support for these critical community centers and the small businesses and organizations that inhabit them. 

The Vermont Downtown Coalition, an alliance of the statutorily created Vermont Downtown Program organizations, knows these dollars will help support Vermont downtowns–especially in our rural communities. Downtowns are the lifeblood of our state’s commerce and community development as well as critical areas for growth, historic preservation and visitors. 

Governor Scott’s support demonstrates Vermont’s commitment to our communities’ economic health and vitality. Supporting the Vermont Downtown Program is a worthy investment by the State of Vermont. The Vermont Downtown Coalition thanks Governor Scott for his dedication to strengthening Vermont’s downtowns and communities.