Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Brian McLaughlin’s organization
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Vermont Board of Liquor & Lottery Meeting Minutes
The board approved the issuance of licenses for the month of August. The Commissioner provided a detailed report covering market performance, noting downward trends in liquor and lottery sales consistent with broader data. Discussions included supply chain updates regarding supplier pricing, inventory preparation for the upcoming holiday and ski seasons, the successful launch of a new lottery game, and strong revenue results from sports wagering.
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The board approved updates to the schedule of penalties for the sale and service of alcohol and tobacco to minors, aligning tobacco compliance failure penalties with alcohol standards and removing first-offense warnings. Discussions covered the board's limited discretion regarding statutory minimum penalties and the complexities of identifying fake identification. Additionally, the Commissioner provided a financial update, noting increased lottery revenue driven by large jackpots and the World Cup, a sustained downward trend in liquor sales, the dismissal of a Supreme Court appeal, and a personnel retirement announcement.
Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Board Hearing
The board discussed and approved the rules for a new Powerball game, X's and O's, which is scheduled for launch across 28 states. Additionally, the commissioner provided updates on lottery sales performance, sports wagering financial metrics, which notably included impacts from World Cup activity, and overall liquor sales trends. The board was also informed about the opening of a new spirit kiosk store and an upcoming staff appreciation event.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Liquor and Lottery Agenda Business Meeting
The meeting agenda includes a presentation on The Powerball X's and O's game rules, which will be open for discussion and public comment. Additionally, the board will address an action item regarding a declaratory ruling request submitted by Paul Ashline. Other business includes commissioner updates and a potential executive session to discuss pending legal matters and personnel issues.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
