Human Services Board

The Office of the State Treasurer in Vermont, led by Treasurer Mike Pieciak, functions as the state's principal banker and chief investment officer, overseeing the management of public funds, both short-term and long-term debt, and the investment of state resources. The office also administers three retirement systems, collects and returns unclaimed property, and enhances financial literacy among Vermonters while advising policymakers on fiscal matters. Additionally, the office manages programs such as Vermont Saves, which assists employers in implementing retirement plans, and the Vermont Pension Investment Committee, which focuses on pension investment strategies. Through various initiatives and committees, the Treasurer's Office aims to improve economic empowerment and ensure financial transparency for the citizens of Vermont. Generated from the website

Blind & Visually Impaired is an organization based in Montpelier, VT, dedicated to supporting individuals with visual impairments. They provide resources and assistance tailored to enhance the quality of life for those affected by blindness and visual challenges. Committed to fostering independence and empowerment, Blind & Visually Impaired engages with the local community to offer guidance and services. Their mission emphasizes inclusivity and accessibility, ensuring that individuals with visual impairments can participate fully in society. Generated from the website

Agency of Commerce & Community Development, located in Montpelier, Vt., provides community development services to the citizens of Vermont. The agency comprises various departments, such as economic development, tourism and marketing, and housing and community affairs. The department of tourism and marketing promotes Vermont as a travel destination by providing lodging, dinning and recreational facilities. It offers comprehensive tourism marketing plans that include promotions via various media, such as the television, radio, newspapers and magazines. It also operates VermontVacation.com, a tourism database. The department of economic development provides support for businesses and assistance with finance, permits, foreign trades, recruitment and expansion, government marketing, and insurance sales and marketing services. The department of housing and community affairs of the agency offers a wide range of programs for local and regional land use planning and state housing policies. It offers the Mobile Home Park and Vermont Community Development programs. It also helps in the preservation of Vermont's historic and village centers. The agency also publishes the Vermont Life Magazine.