Survey shows strong support for small local businesses; commissioners suggest framing plan to support them
September 27, 2026 | Stamford, Bennington County, Vermont
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Presenters said the most supported development types were small, locally rooted businesses — what consultants called "base businesses" — plus forestry and restaurants. The presenter (speaker 5) summarized that "there's about 75% of survey respondents support that type of business," referring to home‑based and small local enterprises.
Commissioners discussed that Stamford itself does not host many jobs and that many residents commute to nearby towns within a 30‑minute drive. They suggested the economic‑development chapter emphasize support for small, place‑based businesses that align with the town's rural character rather than pursuing large industrial or office development.
Commissioners discussed that Stamford itself does not host many jobs and that many residents commute to nearby towns within a 30‑minute drive. They suggested the economic‑development chapter emphasize support for small, place‑based businesses that align with the town's rural character rather than pursuing large industrial or office development.
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