Arrive early before the Town Meeting Informational Hearing and visit with Town departments, committees, commissions, and boards. There will be freebies, informational handouts, and time to visit with your neighbors - a nice break and opportunity to gather during the winter months.
For 2024, check out exhibits and displays from:
Police Department - visit and bring your questions!
Fire Department - learn about the cadet program.
Essex Free Library - pick up some stickers, bookmarks, & candy as you learn about featured items and events at the library.
Public Works - find out what they're working on and ask questions!
Administration & Selectboard - enjoy some free popcorn as you explore upcoming openings for town boards, committees, and commissions.
Planning Commission & Community Development - ask questions and learn about about the Town Plan 2024 and other planning projects.
Police Community Advisory Board - meet the board members and find out what they do.
Cemetery Commission - learn more about the Veteran flag holders and medallions project.
Tree Farm Management Group - learn more about the Tree Farm field complex off Old Colchester Road.
Essex Rescue - find out more about their membership subscription.
Energy Committee - learn and find materials about energy efficiency.
Economic Development Commission - what is the EDC working on? Find out!
Essex Westford School District Board - pick up some swag and flyers about the upcoming school budget.
Howard Center - find out how Howard Center supports municipal services.
Girl Scout Troop #61845 - buy your cookies!
Soup Night!
Warm up with a bowl of delicious soup as you sit for a spell and visit with your neighbors. The Essex High School Student Government will be serving up a variety of soups and bread in the cafeteria. Stop in and say hello.
Senior Van Service
Senior members of the community may request a ride from our Essex Parks and Recreation Senior Van service. Please schedule your ride by calling 878-6940 before March 1st at 12 noon. Leave your name, address, and phone number.
Informational Hearing begins at 7:30 pm
To learn more about the Informational Hearing and what is on the 2024 Town Meeting ballot, visit www.essexvt.org/townmeeting.
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