By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
A dedicated resident is sought to join North Hero’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Committee, the group responsible for developing and reviewing the Town’s long range capital plan and annual capital budget. The committee meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month, 5:30 p.m. at the Community Hall. 
As a committee member, you’ll help guide priorities for infrastructure, facilities, equipment, and long-term town investments; critical work that shapes North Hero’s future. This is a great opportunity to contribute your perspective, support responsible planning, and ensure our community continues to thrive.
If you’re interested in serving, please reach out to the committee at [email protected]. 

By Lisa Keyworth, Town Treasurer
Construction is now complete on the town’s new water storage tank. Startup operations will begin during the week of March 16. This will involve bringing the tank online and testing out various operating scenarios.
During this time, customers may experience pressure fluctuations or cloudiness in the water. Any of these conditions will be temporary and of no concern from a safety standpoint. 
The Water Department maintains a chlorine residual throughout the entire system which acts as a continuous disinfectant barrier, protecting water quality all the way to the tap.
The town of North Hero is excited to have reached this milestone, which will greatly increase the reliability of the system.

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The town office will be closed Monday, Jan. 19 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Selectboard will, however, still hold their regularly scheduled meeting in the Hall at 5:15 p.m.
Water payments are due Jan. 20 - the day after. Payments can be placed in the drop box outside the rear entrance. Other paperwork or business can go in the drop box too.
Send any questions to [email protected] 

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The following elected positions and terms are open for candidates: Town Moderator, 1-year term; Selectboard members, 3-year and 2-year term; Lister, 3-year term and two years remaining in a 3-year term; Champlain Islands Unified Union School District representative, 3-year term; Cemetery Commissioner, 5-year term; Library Trustees, 4-year and 3-year term; First Constable, 1-year term; Planning Commissioners, two 3-year terms and one 2-year term.
Anyone interested should complete a Candidate Petition and Consent of Candidate form. Candidate forms may be found at www.northherovt.com/11/elections and will be accepted at the Town Office through Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The town office will close at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 24 and will remain closed until Jan. 2.
The town office has historically closed the week between Christmas and New Years based on reduced need for services. This is a great opportunity for staff to recharge and wrap up projects before the New Year. 
If any services are needed during this time, please schedule with the Town Clerk in advance.

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
Help keep our community safe and healthy! The Town of North Hero is seeking a Volunteer Town Health Officer to serve a three-year term. 
Responsibilities include investigating public health hazards and complaints, taking action to prevent or remove health risks, enforcing state health laws and local regulations,  and working with the Vermont Department of Health for guidance and training.
The ideal candidate is community-minded, detail-oriented, and willing to learn. Training and support provided by the Vermont Department of Health.
Interested? Submit a letter of interest to Corinn Julow at [email protected] for Selectboard review. 

Corinn Julow, North Hero Town Clerk
Station Road will be closed on Monday, Sept. 29.
The Water Department will be connecting the Station Road water main to the new water storage tank. Plan to use Sunset View Road or South End Road as alternatives on Monday, Sept. 29. Due to the location and depth of the existing water main, it would be impractical to maintain single-lane traffic during the connection activity.

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The North Hero Selectboard has called a special election to ask the voters to decide whether the Town should borrow up to $4.5 million to pay for a new fire station and public works garage. 
The ballots have arrived, and early voting is available. Ballots are not automatically mailed for local elections. You must request a ballot, or come to the town office, if you would like to vote by absentee. You may request a ballot be mailed to you online at mvp.vermont.gov or by contacting the town office at [email protected] or 802-372-6926.
The informational hearing will be held Monday, Sept. 15, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Community Hall. The special election is Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. 

By Andy Alling, Water Board Member
Construction of the long-planned water storage tank on Station Road is about to begin. Once completed, the reliability of the distribution system will be greatly improved. Unfortunately, due to the lengthy State permitting process, construction is starting later than originally planned. Due to some of the grant funding received having time constraints, the construction schedule has become critical. In order to expedite the schedule as much as possible, the contractor will be performing some weekend work in July. More information will be provided when available.

By Lisa Keyworth, Town Treasurer/Assessor
The 4th installment of the North Hero Property Taxes for fiscal year 2024-2025 is due on Tuesday, May 20.
Balances not paid by the end of day May 20 will be assessed 1% interest and an 8% voter-approved penalty.
Payments can be made in person at the town office located in the lower level of the Community Hall, be securely deposited in the drop box located at the back door of the Community Hall or mailed to: Town of North Hero, PO Box 38, North Hero, VT 05474.
Credit card payments can be accepted over the phone at 802-372-6926 or online at www.northherovt.com.