There is no Select Board meeting on Thursday, January 15. Due to the New Year’s holiday falling on the first Thursday of the month, the Hardwick Select Board will meet the second and fourth Thursday this month instead of the first and third Thursday. January meetings will be held on January 8 and January 22.

Meetings will resume their regular schedule in February – the first and third Thursday of each month.

Due to the New Year’s holiday on January 1, 2026. the Select Board will not meet. They will have their January meetings on the second and fourth Thursday this month (January 8 & January 22), instead of the first and third Thursday.

Meetings will resume their regular schedule in February of the first and third Thursday of each month.

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.

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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