Welcome to the Town of Barnet
Barnet is a small town in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom situated along the Connecticut River. Its five villages are Barnet Village, East Barnet, West Barnet, McIndoe Falls, and Passumpsic.

Town news & announcements:

Request for Proposals – Fuel Delivery
The Barnet Selectboard will accept bids for the delivery of fuel oil, diesel fuel, and propane for the period of June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025. Five locations with total annual usage of approximately 5,200 gallons of fuel oil (#2), 800 gallons of propane, and 25,000 gallons of diesel fuel. Proposals will be accepted until May 13, 2024 at 12:00 noon. Click the link below for details.
2024 Fuel Delivery Request for Proposals

Dog Licensing – Due April 1

The licensing of all dogs and wolf-hybrids age six months or older was due on or before April 1, 2024. Late licenses continue to be issued. Fees, including late fees, are $11.00 for spayed or neutered dogs and $17.00 for others. A current rabies vaccination certificate also must be presented. Licenses may be purchased 1) by check through the mail (Town of Barnet, PO Box 15, Barnet, VT  05821), or 2) by cash or check at the Town Clerk’s Office (1743 US Route 5 South) during normal weekday hours, or 3) via the drop box at the front of the Town Clerk’s Office.

Town Hall Repurposing
The Selectboard is the process of repurposing of the Town Hall as a municipal office building. Visit the Town Hall Project page for information.

Village Center Designation for Four Barnet Villages
The Vermont Downtown Development Board has designated Passumpsic, Barnet Village, McIndoe Falls, and West Barnet Village as state-recognized village centers. This designation makes properties in these centers eligible for state benefits, including financial incentives, training, and technical assistance needed to attract new business and vitality. To learn more, please visit the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development website

Town Clerk’s Office Closures
Please see the Town Clerk’s Office page for up-to-date information.