There were a couple quick trips "off the rock" last week as I had the opportunity to travel down to USM for a forum about offshore wind. There were a couple scientists from Europe (Denmark and the UK, I believe) talking about their experiences out there with an emphasis on bird mortality. The second trip was an island energy conference hosted by the Island Institute where people from N Haven, Starr Island, Monhegan, Isle au Haut, Peaks, Chebeague, and Matinicus were present. Discussions around energy issues and potential on the respective islands were shared.
Progress on the comp plan continually yields new stories, history, positive changes, and potential issues that can be discussed further. The plan is to listen and talk to as many people out here that are willing to discover what they like about VH and identify anything they would like to see changed. The work with the VCC is beginning to pick up as well. The summer survey results regarding potential business development on VH are beginning to be analyzed. I hope to have a breakdown following Thanksgiving.
And speaking of Thanksgiving... I will be looking forward to a visit back to central New York. Family, friends and some lake effect snow, hopefully, will be a few of the highlights. Might even be able to get some good ol 315 microbrew to bring back.
VH has a new visitor, Abigail Vazquez is here from the University of Prince Edward Island. She is interested in understanding social enterprises and how they effect the quality of life on islands. If anyone reading is an islander and would like to share their thoughts you can reach her at franabi@hotmail.com. She will be here through the week following Thanksgiving and would be happy to talk to you.
Well, I think that sums up a lot of what has been happening, so 'til next time
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