12/11/2025

The Maple Run Unified School District invites the public to attend an informational meeting with the Franklin County Legislative Delegation and area school boards. This meeting provides an opportunity for information exchange, discussion, and community feedback regarding Act 73 and redistricting in our region.

Date & Time: Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 PM
In-Person Location: The Greg Brown Lodge at Hard’ack, 179 Congress Street, Saint Albans
Remote Option (Zoom): Join Here

Important Information:

  • A quorum of school boards will present:

    • Enosburg-Richford Unified Union School District

    • Fairfax School District

    • Fletcher School District

    • Georgia School District

    • Maple Run Unified School District

    • Missisquoi Valley School District

    • Northern Mountain Valley Unified Union School District

  • Purpose: This meeting is for discussion and information sharing only.

  • Action Restriction: No motions, votes, or formal actions will be taken by any participating school board in accordance with Vermont Open Meeting Law.

Agenda Overview:

  1. 6:00 PM – Welcome & Introductions

    • Facilitator: Paul Costello

    • Overview of meeting process and objectives

  2. 6:15 PM – Board Presentations

    • Each school board will share its discussions and positions regarding Act 73 / Redistricting (10 minutes per board)

  3. 7:25 PM – Open Dialogue & Discussion

    • Structured discussion between the Franklin County Legislative Delegation and the school board members

  4. 8:00 PM – Public Comment

    • Opportunity for community members to share input (2 minutes per person; legislators and board members are not required to respond)

  5. 8:30 PM – Adjournment

We encourage community members, parents, and staff to attend either in person or virtually to learn, ask questions, and share their perspectives. Your input is valuable in shaping the discussion around redistricting and the future of our local schools.