State sets new rules for winter shelters

VERMONT — The state of Vermont will once again pay to shelter people experiencing homelessness in motels during the bulk of the cold-weather months, regardless of that day’s forecast or whether they meet certain eligibility requirements. But this blanket offer of state-subsidized shelter won’t kick in until Dec. 15. And until then, getting help will be a lot more complicated. Someone currently seeking shelter from the state can only receive a voucher to stay at a hotel if they meet certain criteria. A person who receives federal disability benefits, for...