Welcome
Welcome to the Town of Manchester, Vermont. Manchester is not only one of New England's premier four season vacation destinations, it is also a terrific community in which to work, live and raise a family. Come explore Manchester!
New Telephone System for Town Hall: The Town of Manchester recently reorganized its telephone system to better serve the public and facilitate the relocation of new employees to Town Hall. The main number for Town Hall is now 362-1313. Callers can choose from one of seven options:
- Town Clerk: option 1
- Town Manager: option 2
- Planning and Zoning Office: option 3
- Finance Officer: option 4
- Assessor and Listers: option 5
- Human Resources: option 6
- Parks and Recreation: option 7
Town Meeting Election Results: The polls closed at 7:00 PM. Here are the summarized results from Town Clerk Linda Spence of the closest races:
- Selectboard (3 years): Steve Nichols, 506; Karen Geriak, 268
- Selectboard (2 years): Lisa Souls, 424; Jim Lewis, 290
- Article 4 (Main Street zoning amendment): YES, 385; NO, 381
The three Articles relative to bonding passed. Mike Nawrath was reelected as Town and School moderator, Joyce Scribner as a Lister and Andy Shaw was reelected as a Trustee of Public Funds. Margaret Conner and Debbi Wraga were elected to the School Board of Directors. The School budget passed 553 to 222.
Anyone with questions should contact Linda Spence, Town Clerk, at 362-1315 or l.spence@manchester-vt.gov.
2009 Town Report: The 2009 Town Report is now available online at the Town Report page. The 2009 Town Report is dedicated to Police Chief Manfred "Fred" Wessner for his 40 years of extraordinary service to the Town and its citizens. Since 1992 past honorees include:
- 2009 - Police Chief Manfred "Fred" Wessner
- 2008 - Doug and Cynthia Kilburn
- 2007 - World War Two Veterans
- 2006 - Ron and Cheryl Wilcox
- 2005 - Manchester Fire Department Members
- 2004 - Stanley S. Hinkley
- 2003 - Mary Hard Bort
- 2002 - Jeff Wilson, former Town Manager
- 2001 - Doug Shaw, former member of the Planning Commission
- 2000 - Howard Wechsler, Zoning Board of Adjustment Chair
- 1999 - Betty A. Tobin, Town employee
- 1998 - I. Stanford Zecher, Jr.
- 1997 - Barbara Cross
- 1996 - Ferdinand "Nundy" Bongartz
- 1995 - Madeline and Clifford "Doc" Harwood
- 1994 - Howard Dailey, Manchester Fire Department
- 1993 - Oscar Johnson Jr.
- 1992 - Chris Swezey, Manchester Fire Department
Chief of Police Recruitment: After 40 years of service to the Town of Manchester Chief Manfred "Fred" Wessner" announced his retirement at the December 8, 2009 Selectboard meeting. His retirement is effective July 1, 2010.
The Town recently advertised the position in regional newspapers and with regional and national police organizations. Visit the Chief of Police Recruitment page to learn more about the search for a new Police Chief, read the advertisement and job description as well as apply online.
Rabies Clinic: Dog and cat owners, there will be a rabies clinic at the Town of Manchester Fire Department (6041 Main Street) on Wednesday, March 10 between the hours of 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. A fee of $10.00 per animal will be charged. Dog owners may also license their dogs at this event. Please crate or leash all animals. For more information please call Town Clerk Linda Spence at 362-1315.
Manchester Tax Rate One of the Lowest in Vermont: The Town of Manchester is again listed among the lowest municipal tax rates in the State of Vermont according to a study released by the State of Vermont Department of Taxes in January of 2010. Click here to learn more.
Fiscal Year 2011 Budget: Click here to visit the Town Report and Budget page to view the budget and related documents.
Seasonal and Summer Employment Opportunities: Explore employment opportunities with the Town of Manchester and apply for seasonal jobs online. Click here to learn more.
Street and Sidewalk Plowing: Residents with concerns or questions about street and sidewalk plowing should call the Department of Public Works Director Jeff Williams at (802) 362-3283 (leave a message) or the 24-hour Dispatch Center at (802) 362-2022. Residents and businesses are reminded that it is the responsibility of property owners to clear snow from sidewalks in front of their property. The Town does provided limited sidewalk plowing as a convenience, but Town policy places a priority on roadway plowing. Please do not push snow into roadways.
Email Notifications: Sign-up to receive updates about meeting agendas, minutes and important announcments via email. Need help? Contact Ioana Drew, Administrative Assistant, at (802) 362-1313 or i.drew@manchester-vt.gov. If you have any suggestions about the website please feel free to email John O'Keefe, Town Manager, or the webmaster.
Adopt-A-Road: You can help keep Manchester beautiful by participating in the Adopt-A-Road program.
A very special thanks to Lee Krohn, who contributed most of the photographs on this website.rmont Manchester
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