Construction Update #1 – South Main Street Retaining Wall Project.

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South Main Street Retaining Wall Project

Beginning last Friday, February 27, 2026, construction started at the South Main Street retaining wall and pedestrian bridge site. This work is expected to continue into early summer.

All downtown businesses remain open during construction.

Restaurants, shops, and services in the South Main Street, Mill Street, and Wolcott Street area will remain open and accessible throughout the project. The Town encourages residents and visitors to continue stopping downtown to shop, dine, and support the local businesses that are an essential part of Hardwick’s community and economy.

The project area includes portions of:
• Mill Street
• South Main Street
• Wolcott Street (VT Routes 14 & 15)

During construction, traffic will be reduced to one lane with alternating traffic lights, and some delays should be expected.

Please plan ahead and allow extra travel time when traveling through the area. Access to businesses will be maintained throughout construction.

This project represents an important investment in strengthening and protecting downtown infrastructure. The Town appreciates the community’s patience while this work moves forward and thanks everyone for continuing to support downtown Hardwick.

Hardwick Town Meeting Information & Volunteer Request

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Hardwick Town Meeting is March 3rd and will be held at the Hardwick Town House, 127 Church Street


Hardwick’s Town Meeting starts at 10:00 am
Polling is open from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

We are still looking for volunteers for polling place for later afternoon and evening and during the meeting to help direct foot traffic and with parking. If you would like to help on Town Meeting Day or have questions, please call (802-472-5971) or email the Town Clerk’s Office.

Accessibility: There are parking spaces reserved for people with limited-mobility in the rear of the Town House. Please use the new entrance on the back side of the Town House. This entrance is wheelchair accessible to the stage and main hall.

Parking for Voting: There are spaces reserved for “in and out” voter parking in the rear of the Town House, accessible via Depot Street.

Parking for Town Meeting: The main parking lot for Town Meeting is on Creamery Road near the Town Garage. Additional street parking is available on Church Street and Main Street.

Thank you for your patience.

TOWN CLERK OFFICE CLOSINGS

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The Town Clerk’s office will be closed the following dates & times:

Wednesday, February 25th from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm to set up for Town Meeting. The office will be open that day from 7:30 am – 9:00 am and 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm.

Monday March 2nd closing at noon.  Office will be open 7:30 am – 12:00 pm.

Tuesday March 3rd all day for Town Meeting – Town Meeting and Polling Location will be at the Hardwick Town House, 127 Church Street. Polls open from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm and Meeting starting at 10:00 am.

Wednesday March 4th the office will be opening late. We’ll be open from 12:00 pm – 4:30 pm.

Wednesday March 11th from 10:45 am – 4:30 pm

Thursday March 12th from 1:15 pm – 2:30 pm

Buffalo Mountain Town Forest Proposal

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Thursday, February 19th, 2026 – in person or online!

Come learn about an exciting opportunity to convert 329 acres on Buffalo Mountain to a Town Forest. Hear from Trust for Public Land, Northern Rivers Land Trust, and others!

In Person: 6:00 – 7:30pm, Parker Ladd Room at the Jeudevine Library. Refreshments will be served.

Online: 12:00-1:30 pm via Zoom

Register in advance for this Zoom meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/408PMui0TsqxKGKEaHLm3g
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about
joining the meeting.

Read the proposal here:
Buffalo Mountain Community Forest Overview

Assistant Town Clerk/ Assistant Treasurer

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The Town of Hardwick is seeking qualified applicants to fill an opening for the Assistant Town Clerk/Assistant Treasurer in our Town Clerk & Treasurer’s Department.

This position is responsible for a variety of clerical tasks from maintaining official municipal records, issuing a variety of licenses, certificates and permits, assisting with elections and working with the public.  The position serves as second in command within the office and may perform the functions of the Town Clerk as authorized and necessary.  In addition, this position is expected to assist with customer service at the counter, on the phone, and within the office regarding collections for the treasurer’s office.

This position is 38 hours, Monday through Friday.  There is a full benefits package including health, dental, life insurance and defined benefits retirement with the State of Vermont.  The hourly range is $21.00 – $24.00.  Final candidate will be required to pass a background check.

Please either mail or email your letter of interest and resume Tonia Chase, Town Clerk, PO Box 523, Hardwick, VT 05843 or email, tonia.chase@hardwickvt.gov

This position is open until filled.

Job application click here

To see the full job description click here

The Town of Hardwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.