Monthly Archives: May 2024

Help Restore the Lamoille River!

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Lamoille River Paddle and Clean-up – June 15th 8:00 AM-12:00 PM
Posted for the Vermont River Conservancy:
Last summer’s flooding left behind significant trash, debris, and other refuse along the river corridor, impacting the local ecosystem and diminishing the natural beauty of our waterways.
On Saturday, June 15th, from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM, the Lamoille River Paddler’s Trail c/o the Vermont River Conservancy will be focusing on cleaning up the four mile stretch from below the Hardwick Dam to the Fisher Covered Bridge.
This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals, families, community groups, and outdoor enthusiasts to come together and make a tangible difference in our environment. Not only will you be contributing to a cleaner, healthier river, but you’ll also have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for preserving our natural landscapes. Plus, you’ll enjoy the satisfaction of knowing that your efforts directly contribute to the well-being of the local wildlife and the overall health of the river.
Participants should bring boats, paddles, and life jackets, shoes that can get wet or sturdy sandals, work gloves, and water. Extra canoes would be helpful to “tow behind” for collected debris. Battery powered reciprocating saws (to cut up debris so it fits in boats) would also be helpful, as well as pole saws (to reach plastic debris high in trees). 
After the cleanup, join us for a complementary lunch as we celebrate our hard work and the positive impact we’ve made. Your participation will not only help clear the river but also send a strong message about the importance of environmental stewardship in our community.
For more information, and to RSVP (by Thursday, June 13th), contact Alex Delhagen at alex@northernforestcanoetrail.org 
 

Real Estate Parcels for Sale

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The Town of Hardwick is interested in selling two town-owned properties and will accept offers until Monday, July 8 at 3:00 p.m.

Parcel One: 40 Carey Rd. # 09056-00000

Parcel Two: Mill St. # 24052-00010

Please submit your offer in a sealed envelope to David Upson, Town Manager. Write “Property Offer” and indicate which parcel on the envelope and mail to P.O. Box 523 Hardwick, VT 05843 or drop it off at the Town Manager’s office at 20 Church Street. Offers will be reviewed at the July 18 Select Board meeting.

Should the Select Board decide to accept an offer, a purchase and sales contract will be prepared upon Town compliance with the provisions of 24 V.S.A. § 1061 regarding public notice of the proposed sale.

See “tax & zoning maps” under the Government tab for details on the parcels. If you have other questions, please contact the Town Manager’s office at 802.472.6120. The Town reserves the right to reject any or all offers.

Hardwick Electric Department Commissioner Positions

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There are currently two (2) appointed positions for Hardwick Electric Department (HED) Commissioners expiring on June 30, 2024. One position is for a 2-year term and one position is for a 3-year term. The individuals serving in these positions should either be a resident of Hardwick or reside in a Town that HED serves. Due to the technical nature of the role, prior experience with public utilities or serving in a similar role would be beneficial.  Interested candidates are encouraged to attend a Commissioner meeting prior to submitting a formal letter of interest. The letter should outline their qualifications/experience and interest in serving. The deadline for submission is Friday, June 28, 2024, at 3:00 P.M.

Submissions should be sent to: Town of Hardwick, P.O. Box 523, Hardwick, VT 05843 Attn: Town Manager or hand delivered to the Town Manager’s Office at 20 Church Street.  Submissions can be emailed to the Town Manager: david.upson@hardwickvt.gov Candidates should indicate what term they wish to fulfill and plan to attend the July 18 Select Board meeting at the Memorial Building. If you have questions, call the Town Manager’s Office at 802.472.6120.

Invitation to Bid: Hardwick Pedestrian Bridge Construction **REBID NOTICE*

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The Town of Hardwick seeks sealed BIDS for the construction of the Hardwick   Pedestrian Bridge Project including the removal of existing retaining walls, removal of existing bridge abutments, shoring of existing retaining wall to remain, installation of new retaining walls segment, installation of new bridge abutments, installation of new pedestrian bridge, reconnecting utilities, minor grading within river corridor to expand floodway volume capacity, installation of riprap, slope stabilization measures and planting, and paving and landscape improvements to pedestrian bridge access.

Pre-bid meeting is required for those who didn’t attend the May 31 meeting and will be held on Wednesday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m. Questions from prospective bidders due on Monday, July 15. Responses to questions will be provided by COB on Wednesday, July 17.

Bids will be accepted at the Hardwick Town Manager’s Office, 20 Church Street, Hardwick, VT 05843 until 12:00 p.m. on July 22, 2024, and then publicly opened and read aloud at said office.

Due to the file size, the drawings, specifications, and contract documents may be examined at the following location: Hardwick Town Manager’s Office 20 Church Street, Hardwick, VT 05843. You may also request the documents be mailed to you.

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) DEMOLITION AND SITE STABILIZATION OF FOUR FLOOD-DAMAGED PROPERTIES

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The Town of Hardwick is participating in the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program which provides funding to towns to purchase and demolish properties damaged in natural disasters. This is a federally funded program administered by the State of Vermont Department of Public Safety.  The properties included in this RFP have been purchased by the Town of Hardwick, and closing will have occurred prior to commencement of the demolition. The funding for this project is provided by these grants to the Town of Hardwick.

Click here for the full RFP.