Barre residents selected three priorities for future action. To join one or more task groups, contact Renita Marshall, All in for Barre Community Visit Chair, at renita.marshall@charter.net. Anyone is welcome to Join a Task Force and help the future of the town!
Improve River Access
Celebrate the natural asset of the river and improve points of access for canoeing, kayaking, and swimming. This group could also work to expand educational opportunities around the river, both for school-age children and adults.
Develop a Barre Community Center
Develop a community center in Barre to serve as a gathering and events space, afterschool hub, a community kitchen, youth center, potential childcare site, and more. The space could help to connect across generations, provide a safe space to go after school, and offer activities for people of all ages.
Start a Barre Housing Task Force
Many residents see a crucial need for more affordable, safe, and quality housing for people of all ages and income levels. A housing task force could expand housing options, encourage and support home repair, and improve tenant and landlord relationships. The group could identify ways to support and answer the needs of tenants, while also helping to connect landlords to resources and financing. Additionally, the group could explore and develop innovative housing models and solutions such as co-housing or the development of a housing fund that could support home ownership and repairs.