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.

By Corrin Julow, Town Clerk
Due to the retirement of Bob Greenough, the cemetery commission is seeking a member to complete Mr. Greenough’s term. Greenough dedicated over 20 years of service to the cemetery commission. His extensive knowledge of the cemeteries and the meticulous care he provided as the chairperson have been invaluable. The quality of North Hero’s cemeteries is a direct result of Greenough’s leadership and the way the commission operates is a testament to his effective leadership.
If you are interested in volunteering for the open position please send a letter of interest to chairperson, Frank Dattilio, at [email protected] or drop your letter off at the town office.

​By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
Voting for North Hero’s Annual Town Meeting is Tuesday, March 4 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Community Hall located at 3541 US Route 2. 
The informational hearing will be held Monday, March 3, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Community Hall. This meeting will also be accessible by Zoom and the information to join may be found on the town website’s calendar at www.northherovt.com. 
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 online at mvp.vermont.gov or by contacting the town office at [email protected] or 802-372-6926.
Happy voting! 

By Corinn Julow, North Hero Town Clerk
The ballots have arrived, and early voting is in full swing. 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.
Town reports were mailed Friday, Feb. 7. Please look for them or view the report on the town website. 
The informational hearing will be held Monday, March 3, 2025, at 7 p.m. at the Community Hall.  This meeting will also be accessible by Zoom and the information to join may be found on the town website’s calendar: visit www.northherovt.com. 

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The North Hero Town Office hours will be open Monday, Dec. 23 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Dec. 24 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.; closed until Monday, Dec. 30 with hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.; closed Wednesday, Jan. 1. Regular hours resume Thursday, Jan. 2.

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The North Hero Town Office is excited to announce that we have a new Assistant Town Clerk: Lori Chalmers. Lori brings us decades of project planning and computer experience wrapped up in an easy laugh and kind smile. She lives on South End Road and loves yoga. She will be working primarily Tuesday and Thursday mornings; stop in and give her a warm welcome. 

By Corinn Julow, Town Clerk
The State of Vermont mailed absentee ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election to all qualified registered voters the first week of October. If you have not received an absentee ballot yet and would like to vote, please contact the Town Office. 
You may vote in person on Nov. 5 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 3541 US Route 2. Because everyone was mailed their ballot, to vote in person you must either:
Bring your ballot with you. You will show your ballot to the election official, your name will be checked off the checklist, and you will be directed to vote as normal.  
Complete an affidavit. You must sign an affidavit of no ballot cast to receive a replacement ballot. 
Absentee ballots received by 10:30 a.m. on Nov. 4, 2024, will be counted and inspected by the Board of Civil Authority at 12 p.m. and deposited in the tabulator starting at 1 p.m. The process will be livestreamed from the town website, www.northherovt.com, but public are also welcome to watch at 3541 US Route 2.  
Information: 802-372-6926 or [email protected]

By Tracy Juaire, Public Works Supervisor
The Public Works Department will be paving Blockhouse Point Road the first week of October, 2024. Exact days and times depend on the contractor and weather. Please limit deliveries from any big trucks and expect delays when traveling on Blockhouse Point Road.  

By Corinn Julow, North Hero Town Clerk
The State of Vermont will be mailing absentee ballots for the Nov. 5 General Election to all qualified registered voters.  
Ballots will be mailed the week of Sept. 23 to the address on record as of Sept. 9. If you have changed your address or voting status after Sept. 9, contact the town office to discuss how to receive a ballot. Ballots will not be forwarded. A list of voters and the mailing address their absentee ballots will be mailed to is available on the North Hero website elections page. 
If you do not wish to vote absentee, bring the ballot you receive in the mail with you to the polls on Nov. 5. Election day voting will be available at the Community Hall, 3541 US Route 2, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. If you do not bring your ballot with you, you will be required to complete an affidavit of no ballot cast before voting. 
All elections are different and voting can be confusing. But we are here to help. Give us a call at 802-372-6926 or email [email protected] with any questions.