• EXTREME HEAT ALERT

    REGIONAL COOLING CENTER OPEN
    HIGHLAND CENTER FOR THE ARTS

    Monday, June 23 & Tuesday, June 24
    9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Location:
    2875 Hardwick Street, Greensboro, VT

    The National Weather Service is forecasting heat index values exceeding 100°F due to high temperatures and humidity. These conditions can quickly become life-threatening, especially for individuals at higher risk of heat-related illness.

    A Cooling Center will be open to provide relief:

    • Air-conditioned spaces
    • Water and restroom access. Please bring your own water bottles if you have them.
    • Seating and quiet areas
    • Entertainment games, sprinklers and movies for families
    • Staffed by volunteers and health partners

    Recommended for:

    • Older adults
    • Infants and young children
    • People with chronic health conditions
    • Households without air conditioning
    • Anyone seeking relief from the heat

    Additional Information:

    • Transportation assistance available in Hardwick: Contact the Hardwick Town Manager’s Office at 802-472-6120
    • Service animals and pets permitted on leash or in kennel and Rabies vaccine
    • Wi-Fi and phone charging available
    • Cold water and light snacks provided

    For more information, contact Karl Stein, Greensboro Health Officer and Medical Reserve Corp, 802-424-7721. Christine Armstrong, Greensboro Deputy Health Officer, 802-363-8500.

    Please check on neighbors and loved ones. Heat-related illness can escalate quickly. If you are experiencing signs of heat stroke seek emergency medical attention immediately.

    Signs of heat stroke may include:

    • High body temperature (103°F or higher)
    • Hot, red, dry, or damp skin
    • Rapid and strong pulse
    • Headache
    • Dizziness or confusion
    • Nausea
    • Loss of consciousness

    Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

    •  Call 911 and move to a cooler location while waiting for help.
  • GREENSBORO’S FUNKY FOURTH CELEBRATION

    Freedom and Unity

    The Parade.  10 A.M on Saturday, July 5th.    This year’s theme and the Vermont’s motto is Freedom & Unity.  Uncle Sam, Grand Marshal Clive Gray’s Pierce Arrow(No breaks) and our Ladies Walking Society will set the pace leading the menagerie down Breezy Avenue.  The parade will feature  

    • Bread and Puppet Theater,
    • Small and big-time politicians,
    • Greensboro’s Lawn Mower Brigade,
    • Cows, horses, dogs(no Cats),
    • Eclectic organizational floats,
    • Mega farm equipment and
    • Greensboro’s Road Crew and Fire Department.

    At press time, Oscar Mayer has yet to confirm its Wienermobile. But, overhead, capping off the parade and in lieu of an F35 fly-over, the Beta Air Force will buzz the town trailing appropriate banners and doing non-death-defying aerial stunts.

    Bring Your Appetite. The parade will transition into a free community picnic on the lawn of the Town Hall.  Sandwiches, grilled sausages /hot dogs and Kingdom Creamery cones (food sponsored by the Greensboro Association) will be served. Additional home-made delights (for a small fee)will be available at the accompanying Farmers’ Market.

    Silent Charity Auction.  Dessert and Vermont art contributions will be open for bidding on the accompanying Silent Auction tables.  All auction proceeds will flow to the Area Food Shelf.

    So, bring your wallets and support a good cause.  Dessert Donations should be delivered to Town Hall Saturday morning prior to the of the parade.  Vermont art contributions may be left the week prior at Town Hall.

    Dunk Tank. Yes, you can pay to have a chance to dunk your favorite politician, family member or local personality. 5 bucks for three throws. Targets who refuse sitting in the dunk chair will be fined $50. Barker Tim Nisbet will run the show during the picnic.  All fees go to the Area Food Shelf.

    Greensboro Activities Options (during and after the Picnic)

    Farmers’ Market on the Green
    Art Show at the Grange
    Library Book Sale
    Open House at the Historical Society
    Swimming at Caspian Beach
    Paddling on Caspian Lake
    Biking on the Rail Trail at Greensboro Bend
    Hiking at Barr Hill Nature Preserve
    Beer at Hill Farmstead
    Golf, tennis & pickle ball at Mt. View CC

    Free Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra Concert at Highland Center for the Arts.

    At 6:30, capping off Greensboro’s “Freedom and Unity” celebration will be the 75 member Vermont Philharmonic Orchestra playing lively and appropriate music to celebrate the occasion.   Outdoor games and picnic at 5:30 will precede the concert.  Food and libations will be available for purchase. 

  • SWIMMING LESSONS IN GREENSBORO

    Free swim lessons for Greensboro resident children at Caspian Lake this summer. $10 for Adult swim lessons.

    Please go to https://www.teachamericatoswim.com/greensborovt.html to learn more and to register. The dates are the weeks of July 21st and July 28th from 10 am to 6 pm.

  • JUNE 11, 2025 SELECTBOARD MEETING AGENDA

     CALL TO ORDER & ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA  (6:30 – 6:35)

    MINUTES     (6:35-6:45)
    May 14, 2025 Minutes 

    PUBLIC COMMENT – GENERAL (6:45-7:00)        
    FIRE DEPARTMENT – Dave Brochu (7:00 – 7:15)
    New Fire Truck Proposal
    Public comment
    SHERIFF REPORT 7:15 – 7:20)
    Public Comment            

    ROADS – TOM CAMARRA      (7:20-7:45)
     Road Foreman’s Report
     Roadside Mowing Bids
     Town Equipment: New Town Pickup
                                              Loader
     Gravel Day
    Public Comment  

    TOWN CLERK REPORT (7:45-8:00)
     Dehumidifier progress
     Septic/Port-O-Let Company
     Grand List-Certificate of No Appeal or Suit Pending
     Public Comment

    TREASURER – Brett Stanciu  (8:00-8:15)
    Treasurer Report
    Investment of FEMA funds update
    Public Comment

    PLANNING COMMISSION  (8:15-8:25)
    Planning Commission Update – Ken Hanson

    ONGOING BUSINESS –   (8:25-8:55pm)
    Planning Commission Update
    Planning Commission: New Member – Sheila Dillon
    Breezy Ave Ped/Bike Path Study-Appoint Josh Municipal Project Manager
    Wilson Street Drainage-Dan Predpall
    Public Comment

    DISCUSSION ITEMS – ( 8:55-9:00) 
    Local Option Tax update

    OTHER BUSINESS 9:00-9:20)
    Advertise for Auditor
    Greensboro Wireless Mesh
    Lamoille County Sheriff Contract
    Wastewater Committee Charter-Stew Arnold
    Sign Policy- Circus Smirkus would like additional locations – Stew Arnold
    Community Meals-Use of Town Hall Green and Bathrooms
    Public Comment          

    EXECUTIVE SESSION-

    Personnel – Set payroll
    Real Estate – Town Hall
    Legal