Monthly Archives: September 2025

💧Floods & Droughts – Conversation with VT State Climatologist💧

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What: Ripple Effects – Conversations on Water, Wildlife & Climate in Hardwick
This Week – October 1, 2025 Climatology and the Future of Vermont’s Watersheds – Including the Impacts of Drought


With Lesley-Ann L. Dupigny-Giroux, Ph.D. – the Distinguished Professor and VT State Climatologist and Current Chair of the Vermont Drought Task Force.

When: Wednesday from 6:00 to 7:30 PM
Where: Parker Ladd Community Room in the Jeudevine Memorial Library

Presentations followed by community Q&A
Light snacks provided

Hosted by the Town of Hardwick in collaboration with Sea Grant Lake Champlain, the Caledonia County Natural Resources Conservation District, NVDA, and the VT Department of Environmental Conservation, River Corridor & Floodplain Protection Team

This four-part forum series invites the community to explore how water connects us and how we can work together for a more resilient future.

Final Week
October 1
Climatology and the Future of Vermont’s Watersheds (Floods & Droughts)

All are welcome. No registration required.
For questions, contact Kristen Leahy, Resilience & Adaptation Coordinator at (802) 472-1686 or zoning.administrator@hardwickvt.gov

Vermont Drought Response

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As you know Vermont is experiencing drought conditions across the State, see  Vermont | Drought.gov also see attached weather brief.  The State is collecting data on current conditions to assess how and if the State will be able to support those effected by the drought conditions.

If you are experiencing water supply issues, please submit them to the drought reporter. Drought Reporter Site,  It is a simple form to fill out to let the State know you are having issues. This  information is used to define current conditions and to see what support is needed.  Individuals can also be directed to drought.vermont.gov, this is a landing page for drought information and resources.

For current wildland fire conditions please see https://fpr.vermont.gov/forest/wildland-fire/monitoring-fire-danger . Individual town fire wardens are allowed to initiate burn bans if they feel it is necessary.

Several State Agencies, including VEM, Agriculture, Forest Parks and Recreation, and Department of Environmental Conservation are all posting to social media.  These are a great information source to check out.

The SEOC remains at Enhanced Operations to coordinate response and to facilitate the drought task force and the drought task force advisory committee.

For more information please click here

Voluntary Water Conservation Requested

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The Town of Hardwick is experiencing ongoing drought conditions, and while our water system remains stable at this time, we are asking all residents and businesses to do their part in conserving water. Voluntary conservation now will help protect our supply and reduce the need for mandatory restrictions later.

Please help by:
• Limiting outdoor watering, including lawns and gardens.
• Avoiding non-essential water use such as washing vehicles, filling swimming pools, or hosing down sidewalks/driveways.
• Taking shorter showers and running only full loads in dishwashers and washing machines.
• Fixing leaks promptly in faucets, toilets, and hoses.

Every effort makes a difference. Together, we can ensure that our community’s water needs are met throughout this dry period.

Thank you for doing your part to conserve water.

For updates, please visit the town website or call the Town Office at (802) 472-6120.

David Upson
Hardwick Town Manager

PUBLIC NOTICE- Town Highway 316

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Town of Hardwick

The Hardwick Select Board will hold a site visit and public hearing to consider the discontinuance of a segment of Town Highway 316 (TH316) in accordance with 19 V.S.A. Chapter 7 (§§ 709–711).

Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025

Time: 5:30 PM (Site Visit & Hearing)

Location: Main Entrance, Hazen Union High School

Description of Highway Segment:

The portion of TH316 proposed for discontinuance extends from its intersection with North Main Street to its terminus located at 283 North Main Street, a distance of approximately 0.03 miles.

The Select Board will consider whether this segment continues to serve the public good, necessity, and convenience. A formal written decision with findings will follow the hearing.

By order of the Hardwick Select Board

Adopted August 21, 2025

For additional information, contact the Town Manager’s Office at 472-6120.

Hardwick Downtown Partnership Job Opening: Administrative Coordinator

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The Hardwick Downtown Partnership (HDP) is looking for an Administrative Coordinator. Our mission is to provide leadership in supporting the economic, social, recreational, and cultural vitality of Downtown Hardwick.

The Administrative Coordinator of the Hardwick Downtown Partnership is responsible for establishing and maintaining strong collaboration with our working Board of Directors, town government, local businesses, the media, and the public, to support the sustainability of Hardwick’s businesses, and advance the mission of the organization. We are looking for someone who can grow the position with a vision for Downtown Hardwick. The Administrative Coordinator will report regularly about the operation, finances, and advancement of goals.

This is a part-time position – 10 hours/week. Click here for the job description. The deadline to apply is September 30, 2025. Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to: shari@hardwickdowntown.org