Northeastern Vermont Development Association

04/03/2026

Job Opening: Administrative Assistant

Position Description
Performs varied bookkeeping, accounting, and data entry services; maintains agency inventory and property management services; provides NVDA board and staff support; and performs related work as required. Work is generally of a timely and confidential nature, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously is critical.
A complete job description is available here >>https://nvda.net/files/AdminAssistant.pdf

Contact:
Interested in this position? Please apply by submitting a cover letter, resume and the contact information for three professional references (in a single pdf) to to Tina Gonyaw, Business Manager at [email protected]. This position will remain open until it is filled.
No phone calls please. NVDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

10/03/2025

NVDA 2026 Regional Plan Update (https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/1114efb3eb014fa4a60326a3d4e6f8e6) Underway - Get involved!

Please help shape the future of the Northeast Kingdom! Weigh in on the next NEK Regional Plan and get involved in the planning process this fall. Join NVDA at an upcoming event:

Oktoberfest - Jay, Oct 4, 10-3pm

NVDA Outreach Summary & Share Out - via Zoom - Nov 13, 6-7:30pm

Take NVDA's quick survey (~5 mins) for a chance to win one a Electric Lawn Mower or Electric Chainsaw. Take the survey by Oct 31: https://arcg.is/05L0e10. Winners will be announced during the Nov 13 webinar!

09/23/2025

If you haven't yet registered for NVDA's 75th Annual Meeting scheduled for Thursday, October 9th in Greensboro, please do so. Governor Phil Scott is the invited guest, and we will also have Sarah Waring, Executive Director of the Northern Border Regional Commission in attendance. Sarah has a lengthy history with NVDA through her work in the region and VT.

Here's the registration link: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/qwqpugg

We look forward to seeing you!

09/03/2025

NVDA 2026 Regional Plan Update Underway

Take the Quick Survey - Enter to Win an E-Mower & Chainsaw!

Weigh in on the next NEK Regional Plan and get involved in the planning process this fall! Take NVDA's quick survey (~5 mins) for a chance to win one of the grand prizes: an Electric Lawn Mower or Electric Chainsaw (total worth ~$800)! Winner will be announced this November.

** Take the survey by Oct 31: https://arcg.is/05L0e10 **

Please Join Us at NVDA's Next Event: Hardwick Farmers Market - Hardwick, Sept 19, 3-6pm. More events to be announced soon - check the website!

Please help shape the future of the Northeast Kingdom! Learn more about NVDA’s 2026 Regional Plan and how to participate: https://tinyurl.com/2026NEKplan

08/20/2025

Stop by NVDA’s table to weigh in on the next NEK Regional Plan at one of these upcoming events: 8/23, Moose Festival (Canaan) and 8/29, Final Friday (St. Johnsbury). Share your feedback and enter to win our grand raffle prize! Learn more: tinyurl.com/2026NEKplan “

The NVDA Regional Plan is a collaborative guide to shape a sustainable, equitable, and community-empowered Northeast Kingdom. We are in the process of developing the 2026 Regional Plan, and engagement efforts are underway to seek community input on many topics like housing, flood resilience, transpo...

07/30/2025

🗺️ The 2026 NVDA Regional Plan is in motion—and we need your voice.
Every eight years, NVDA updates the Regional Plan to reflect community values, needs, and changes in our region. The plan covers topics like housing, flood resilience, land use, energy, and economic development across the Northeast Kingdom. Take NVDA’s survey: https://arcg.is/05L0e10

📢 This is your chance to help shape the next eight years. Learn more, explore survey results, and get involved in upcoming events: https://tinyurl.com/2026NEKplan

The NVDA Regional Plan is a collaborative guide to shape a sustainable, equitable, and community-empowered Northeast Kingdom. We are in the process of developing the 2026 Regional Plan, and engagement efforts are underway to seek community input on many topics like housing, flood resilience, transpo...

05/20/2025

Summer Interns Sam Gonyaw and Tobias Morton attended a training to conduct Small Culvert inventories by VTrans Maintenance District and Rail Trail Program staff in Hardick and Wolcott. NVDA Interns will conduct a variety of infrastructure inventories this summer including Small culverts (less than 72") on the State Rail Trail System, Municipal bridge and Culverts, and Road Erosion Inventories for the Municipal Roads General Permit.

05/20/2025

Vermont Urban and Community Forestry is working with the Agency of Agriculture, Forests, Parks and Recreation, and the Vermont Trails and Greenways Council to raise awareness among trail users about how they can help reduce the spread of invasive forest pests.

Our goal is to post the two flyers below at trailheads across Vermont.

To request one or both 8.5 x 11 weatherproof trailhead flyers for your region’s trails:

By May 21 send an email to: [email protected] with:
Number of each flyer you would like
Mailing address(es) for receiving them, or fill out this form

Flyer #1: “Clean Your Gear”

Encourages trail users to clean boots, gear, pets, and horses to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Why it matters:

Invasive plant seeds and jumping worm cocoons can hide in boot treads.
Hemlock woolly adelgid can cling to clothing, pets, or gear.
Spotted lanternfly eggs can be laid on camping equipment or vehicles.

Flyer #2: “Help Spot Tree-of-Heaven” (primarily for paths in the open – bike paths, rail trails, etc…)

Helps users identify and report Tree-of-Heaven—an invasive tree and preferred host of the spotted lanternfly.

Tree-of-Heaven grows rapidly in open, disturbed areas, including rail corridors and trail edges. Of particular concern in Southern Vermont.
The flyer includes photos and simple ID tips, plus instructions for reporting sightings to VTinvasives.org.

Want more info? To view a short video about the campaign and the pests we’re focused on, visit: Arrive Clean, Leave Clean – VTinvasives.org

Thanks for caring for Vermont’s natural resources and recreation spaces!

04/17/2025

04/08/2025

Vermont’s Solar for All program needs your help! The Residential Assistance in Solar Energy (RAISE) Program will provide financial support to help Vermonters with low incomes install small solar panels on their homes, saving money on energy bills. In April, the Vermont Department of Public Service is hosting four focus group discussions (virtual 4/17, Barre 4/22, Newport 4/23, Bennington 4/24) to get feedback on how to make the RAISE program a success. Gift cards and light refreshments will be available in recognition that your time and expertise is valuable! Learn more - https://publicservice.vermont.gov/solar-all-raise-events and register today to secure you spot here - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=M1bwX3Tvm0ikv2f0EUXRmmq7ZuB1yIlGrXq5uSnTG7xUMVQwSkxVQzJCN01KUDZPR0FISkZOR0tOMC4u

Join the Conversation: Help Shape Vermont's Solar for All Program & Get Paid for Your Input!  Vermont’s Solar for All program is here to help more Vermonters, particularly those with low incomes, access the benefits of solar energy. Thanks to federal funding, the Vermont Department of Public Serv...

03/27/2025

Furniture Available for NEK Small Businesses and Non-Profits

Northeastern Vermont Development Association is generously offering office furniture to the Northeast Kingdom business and non-profit community. Furniture will be available for pick-up at the office on a first come, first served basis. You must take it away yourself during the times identified. The first dates is March 31 & April 1, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. No early or late arrivals. The second availability will be towards the end of April. Watch for an announcement.

Available on March 31 & April 1, between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm are:

Multiple sizes of 3 ring binders
8 5 ft folding tables
8 metal file cabinets
Small wooden desk
Piano (no keys) and bench
Large light table

(AVAILABLE ITEMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE)