NRCS Emergency Watershed Protection Program Third-Party Engineering Services for the Town of Hardwick

The Town of Hardwick, VT, in collaboration with the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide third-party engineering services for five (5) publicly and privately owned properties under the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program. All properties are in Hardwick, VT. The
selected firm will assist in the assessment, design, and implementation of erosion control and flood mitigation measures in a designated watershed area affected by the July 2024 flooding.

Scope of Work: The selected engineering firm will be responsible for providing the following
services:

1. Developing engineering designs and plans for erosion control, streambank stabilization,
   floodplain restoration, and other mitigation measures.
2. Preparing detailed construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates in accordance
   with NRCS standards and guidelines.
3. Assisting in the procurement process, including bid document preparation, contractor
   selection, and construction oversight.
4. Conducting post-construction inspections and monitoring to evaluate project
   effectiveness and compliance with design specifications.
5. Providing technical assistance and support to project stakeholders, including local
   government agencies, landowners.
6. Coordinating with the town to submit all necessary permitting for project completion.

Submission Deadline: Proposals must be submitted electronically to David Upson at david.upson@hardwickvt.gov no later than 12:00pm on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.

Questions and Clarifications: All inquiries regarding this RFP should be directed to david.upson@hardwickvt.gov & zoning.administrator@hardwickvt.gov no later than June 25, 2025. Responses to inquiries will be posted on the town website.

For the full RFP, click here

The Town of Hardwick Police Department is accepting applications for the following position:  

Patrol Officer   

The Town is seeking energetic, positive professionals with a strong desire to provide quality police services to a progressive community. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, possess exceptional moral character, strong work ethics, be able to pass the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council’s (VCJTC) physical fitness test, the VCJTC entrance exam & psychological evaluation (MMPI). Applicants chosen to proceed in the hiring process will undergo an extensive background investigation, to include a polygraph test and interviews with the Chief of Police and Town Manager. Current full-time (Level 3) certified officers are encouraged to apply.   

Current labor contracts provide for competitive wages and benefits including health insurance, life insurance, a generous amount of accrued time off, and participation in the Vermont Municipal Retirement System. Day, night, weekend, and holiday work required. This is a Union position.   

Those wishing to apply should send a resume with at least three references, along with a cover letter and a completed application. Application package can be found on the Town’s website at:  

Applications can be emailed to jobs@hardwickvt.gov or mailed to:  

Mike Henry, Hardwick Police Department  

P.O. Box 447  

56 High Street  

Hardwick, VT 05843  

Town of Hardwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  

Let’s continue the conversation about East Hardwick’s future!

Come to the “Better Connections” Village gathering on Wednesday, March 12 at 6:30 PM at the Memorial Building, 20 Church Street, Hardwick.

Share your thoughts about the draft report for “Better Connections” in East Hardwick while enjoying some soup with friends and neighbors.

The East Hardwick Better Connections Process is a community-based effort to identify projects to revitalize East Hardwick. Recommendations address:

• Pedestrian and bicycle pathways

• Improved signage and parking

• Initiatives to strengthen Village vitality

The draft report also addresses ways to integrate green stormwater infrastructure into Village streets and sidewalks, while addressing key stormwater runoff issues at and around the Main Street Bridge.

Come to the meeting on March 12th to learn more!

Additional information is available at the project website: www.easthardwick.com

Please see the attached link below. The State of Vermont needs help in order to proceed with the clean up of the debris from the flood that occurred in July. It is very important that property owners report debris to the Town Manager’s Office 802-472-6120. This will help the State of Vermont and State Emergency Management Program know where there needs attention.

River & Stream Debris