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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:

Now Hiring – Second Assistant Town Clerk
The Town of Barnet seeks an energetic, team-oriented, and experienced individual with the highest ethical standards to fill the part-time position of Second Assistant Town Clerk.

The Second Assistant Town Clerk is responsible for moderately complex tasks of various kinds, including:

  • Administrative,
  • Clerical, and
  • Customer-service.

Skills and attributes required include:

  • High level of accuracy,
  • Integrity,
  • Confidentiality,
  • Effective, professional communication with co-workers and the general public,
  • General computer literacy, and
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Barnet residency and knowledge of local government are a plus.

This is a 10-hour per week position, with possibility of some increase in hours during certain seasons. Compensation is commensurate with experience. To apply submit your resume and letter of interest via email to townclerk@barnetvt.org or via postal mail to Town of Barnet, Attn: Benjamin Heisholt, Town Clerk, PO Box 15, Barnet, VT 05821. Position open until filled; applications must be received by November 20.

November 3 General Election Unofficial Results
– Unofficial Statewide results available at https://electionresults.vermont.gov/
– Unofficial Barnet Justice of the Peace Results Top seven elected.

Bridge Restriction – Truck Traffic – Comerford Dam Road in East Barnet
Bridge #10 over the Passumpsic River on Comerford Dam Road in East Barnet is closed to truck traffic effective immediately (4 September 2026). This restriction for the benefit of public safety is in response to deck deterioration discovered in an inspection performed by the Vermont Agency of Transportation. The restriction is expected to last several weeks, until temporary repairs are performed. Suggested detour routes on US Route 5 North, Old Silo Road, and Bridge Street. Thank you for your patience.

Bridge Closure – Garland Hill in West Barnet Village
Bridge #42 on Garland Hill in West Barnet Village (near West Barnet Presbyterian Church) is now closed and will be closed indefinitely. Closure was recommended by Vermont Agency of Transportation due to public safety considerations. Information about timing of re-opening will be announced when it is available. Suggested detour routes on West Barnet Road, Roy Mountain Road, and Harvey Mountain Road. Thank you for your patience.

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

Dog Licensing Past Due
The licensing of all dogs and wolf-hybrids age six months or older was due on or before April 1, 2026. Fees, including late fees, are $13.00 for spayed or neutered dogs and $19.00 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 Hall (154 Church St) during normal weekday hours, or 3) via the payments and documents drop box at the entrance of the Town Hall.

Town Hall now has a Drop Box for Payments & Documents!
New drop box located at the main entrance off the parking lot, to the left of the ballot drop box. This can be used to drop payments and documents after or before office hours. 

We have moved! Town Office now located at Town Hall – 154 Church Street in Barnet Village
Newly renovated Town Hall houses all functions of former Town Clerk’s Office on US Route 5 South, including Town Clerk’s Office, Lister’s Office, vault, etc. Also includes conference room for public meetings and elections.