10/17/2026 Motion To Accept NH 03743 Zip Code To VT Area
Motion: To accept all existing and future Al-Anon and Alateen groups within New Hampshire zip code 03743 into Vermont Area 56, following the New Hampshire Area Assembly’s decision to release this zip code in Spring 2026.
Intent:
This section explains how the VT Area will handle the practical and safety details for bringing New Hampshire zip code 03743 into our Area:
- Following Vermont Area Guidelines: Moving forward, all existing and new Al-Anon groups in this zip code will follow the standard policies, structure, and service guidelines used by Vermont Area 56. This includes following our Area guidelines for Permanent Electronic Groups (PEGs).
- Alateen Legal Compliance: Any Alateen groups and Al-Anon members involved in Alateen service (AMIAS) that are physically located in the New Hampshire Area that are released to the Vermont Area would need to comply with state laws in the state they are geographically located in as well as all Area requirements for Vermont.
10/17/2026 Motion To Create An Answering Service Thought Force
Motion: To create a Thought Force Committee on exploring the value of the VT answering service.
5/21/2026 Motion To Amend AMIAS Alt 1 and Alt 2 Forms
Motion to amend the Alateen documents titled Al-Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service – Application (ALT1), and the Alateen document titled Al-Anon Member Involved in Alateen Service – Recertification (ALT2) by removing the portion of the document stating it be signed in the presence of a Notary Public and replacing with the 4 V.S.A.self-attested declaration language as follows:
4 V.S.A. § 27b. Self-attested declaration in lieu of notarization
(a) Any document that would otherwise require the approval or verification of a notary may be filed with the following language inserted above the signature and date:
“I declare that the above statement is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if the above statement is false, I will be subject to the penalty of perjury or to other sanctions in the discretion of the court.
The motion passed by a majority of the Group Representatives (GRs).
10/18/2025 PEG (Permanent Electronic Groups) Motion
Motion: “That Area Assemblies and AWSC meetings must be virtual or hybrid.” The motion to approve was made by Laura A and seconded by Shirley W. The motion passed with a majority in favor of approval. See https://www.vermontalanonalateen.org/pegs/, specifically motion 3 for more on this motion.
10/18/2025 Convention Chair Motion:
Motion: To elect Kate L as the new Chairperson of Convention Committee, so moved by Joanne V and seconded by Laura S. There was an overwhelming majority voting in favor of the motion.
2/22/2025 Archives Storage Motion:
To approve moving Archives into a heated space for one year, paid through the 100.00-line item on the budget, with the balance coming out of Special Projects line item in the 2025 budget. The motion passed with unanimous approval