VAR 2012 Legislative Day

The Vermont Association of REALTORS® invites you to join us for our 2012 Legislative Day on January 25 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier.

This event is a great opportunity for REALTORS® and affiliate members to gain valuable insights into the 2012 legislative session and issues that are important to real estate and to homeownership.

The morning session will also include an interactive panel discussion about the impact of Tropical Storm Irene on real estate in Vermont.
Numerous issues have arisen in the aftermath of this historical storm. Topics will include: The flood and the law; Selling and financing property affected by the flood; issues that lurk for homeowners, and much more. You won't want to miss this important and timely, interactive discussion.

LEGISLATIVE DAY AGENDA
(This agenda is subject to change)

 8-8:30am  Registration and Breakfast
 8:30-8:35am  Welcome
Dennis Brown
2012 President
Vermont Association of REALTORS®

 8:35-9am  VAR Legislative Update





Chris Rice
Attorney
Maclean, Meehan and Rice LLC

Chris MacDonald
Government Affairs Director
Vermont Association of REALTORS®
 9:05-9:30am  2012 Legislative Overview and Q&A
Peter Shumlin
Governor
State of Vermont

 9:30-9:45am  Congressional Update
Chris Gosselin
Political Representative

National Association of REALTORS®

 9:45-10am  Q&A on State and National Issues
 10-11:45am  Irene's Impact on Vermont
 
Interactive Panel Discussion



Moderated by Dan Richardson
Attorney
Tarrant, Gillies, Merriman & Richardson

  James Knapp
Attorney
Mickenberg, Dunn, Lachs & Smith, PLC

  Chris D'Elia
President
Vermont Banker's Association
  Anne Whiteley
Senior Attorney
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources
 12-1pm  Lunch with Legislators
 Keynote Address



John Campbell
Pro Tempore
Vermont Senate
1-4pm  Vermont Statehouse Visits
 
 VAR will provide attendees with an
 agenda of committee meetings
 scheduled at the Statehouse
 for the afternoon.

Legislative Day

LUNCH WITH LEGISLATORS
Vermont legislators will join us for lunch! This is a great opportunity for REALTORS® to share ideas and discuss important issues with lawmakers.

STATEHOUSE VISIT
VAR encourages you to spend the afternoon at Vermont’s Statehouse. An agenda of committee meetings and events will be available to guide you through your visit.

REGISTRATION
Registration is free and includes a light breakfast and lunch.

REGISTER ONLINE
Download Event Flyer

ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations are available at a preferred rate at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Montpelier. You must contact the Capitol Plaza directly for reservations. Preferred rate is $104 single occupancy and $114 double occupancy (taxes not included).

Capitol Plaza Hotel, Montpelier
(802) 223-5252

Mention VAR Leadership and Legislative Day when you call.
Reserve by January 6, 2011 for guaranteed rate.