Cavendish Update 5/15/26: SB Mtg/News/Events

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Hydrant Flushing: Monday May 18-Wednesday May 20th 8-5

Got your Meter?: If you are on Cavendish municipal water and haven’t had your water meter installed, please schedule an appointment by e-mailing chris.hughes@cavendishvt.org  Please include: Name, Address and Phone Number so a date and time for installation can be made.  

SAVE THE DATE!: June 30th will be Bob Glidden's last day as chief of the Proctorsville Fire Department. The PVFD is inviting the public to stop by the fire house from 4:30-6:30 pm to honor the incredible contribution Bob has made to our community for the last 56 years. At 6:30 Chief Glidden will be driven home on E2. Thank you Bob for your generosity and your commitment! 

Dividing Plants? The Cavendish Historical Society annual plant sale is 5-7 on Friday May 22 and 9-noon on Saturday May 23. If you have plants you’d like to donate, please drop them off at the Museum. There are lots of pots by the Museum Steps and the shed if you need them.

5/15/26

1.    Cavendish Select Board Meeting 5/11/26

2.    Explore Cavendish Gorge

3.    Got Junk?

4.    Cavendish Related News

5.    Events Calendar

1. CAVENDISH SELECT BOARD MEETING 5/11/26: The video of the May Cavendish Select Board (SB) meeting will soon be available at the Okemo Valley TV Website. Unapproved minutes will be posted to the Town’s website.

APPROVED

• Bazin Brothers for FY 27 paving for $217,916. Roads to be paved include Ranney Hill, Pleasant Street and High Street

• Truck Purchase/lease of $305,000

• Payment of $1,600 for goats to clear Greven Field of invasive plants in June

• The use of Proctorsville Green for Farmers Market June-Labor Day on Fridays on Sept. 12 (Saturday) for Honey Festival; and for the Wednesday night concert series in July and August

• The Planning Commission and Select Board signing a joint letter opposing Act 181 and support its repeal. Many towns have done something similar.

• Loan of $50,000 for Asset Management Plan for the Water System. Upon the completion of the plan, this loan is usually forgiven in full.

DISCUSSED

Rec Director: A monthly report needs to be filed with the board and events must be planned for the entire community not just CTES students.

Play Every Vermont Town: Wendy Regier discussed the project of  pianist David Feurzieg’s to play a concert in every Vermont town to call attention to the climate crisis. To play in Cavendish, there needs to be a piano and a concert venue. Wendy is looking for volunteers to help make this event possible.

ATV Use on Town Roads: With approximately 50 people attending, many were there to support a VASA system-similar to the VAST (VT Assoc of Snow Travelers) trails-with the opportunity for ATVs to cross town roads, which is currently not allowed in Cavendish. While various residents expressed frustration of people driving their ATVs illegally on roads and property other than their own, those in attendance noted that having an organized approach could help in reducing some of this behavior. Before any action can be taken, the SB needs to see a map (similar to what VAST presents to the board every fall) of what they are proposing, including what roads would be crossed etc. as well as input from the town’s Highway foreman.The SB pointed out that there will be a lot more discussion and planning before anything is adopted and will not be in time for this year.

Signage: Rick will see if it’s possible to put up some type of town signage at the intersection of 103 and 131, which promotes the various events occurring in town.

Municipal Water: Getting new water meters installed has slowed down. The bill for the property owner that was responsible for the broken pipe-$11,000-is currently being discussed with the owner.

TOWN MANAGER’S REPORT

Black River Flood Resilience Survey: The plan will serve as a roadmap for identifying and implementing projects that reduce flood impacts and support long-term community resilience in Cavendish, Ludlow and Plymouth. Share your thoughts or access the survey online. Please note, this survey is intended to identify concerns or gaps, not to vote on projects.

Structure Grant Awarded: While waiting for the final paper work, Cavendish has received word that the grant has been awarded. Funds will be used for culvert work on Twenty Mile Stream near Bates Mansion.

Assessors: Heads up that the assessors will be here in the next couple of months.

2. EXPLORE CAVENDISH GORGE: Join Cheryl Cox, retired geologist and science educator, on Saturday, May 16, at 10 a.m., to learn about the site’s formation and the glacial history of the area. Starting at the sand and gravel pits, we will view the gorge from below, then walk up to the dam at the top of the gorge. Meetup is at 10 a.m., at the picnic area by the Green Mountain Power station on Power Plant Road, just off Route 131 in Cavendish. There is plenty of parking at the station, as well as along the road. Be sure to wear shoes suitable for hiking on uneven terrain and tick-preventive clothing. This event will only be cancelled in the event of heavy rain. FMI: Bonnie at bdayemig@gmail.com, or visit www.cavendishccca.org.

3. GOT JUNK? TRY TEM: Love the entrepreneur spirit of Cavendish youth!

Tanner Swisher, Andrei Solzhenitsyn, Eli Boxer and Milo Tucker are offering junk removal services in Cavendish and surrounding towns. As one of TEM crew noted, “For most of our lives, we have engaged in our community through playing baseball together. As we approach a new chapter in life, we decided to serve the community in a new way.. by cleaning it up!”

Spring cleaning? Got Junk? If you think you or your property would benefit from a garage/shed clean out, dump runs, yard cleanup and more give them a call at 802-952-9147 or temjunkremoval@gmail.com

4. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• GMUSD Budget/ Passes/CTES Principal resigns: Before voting had started, on Tuesday CTES Principal Emma Vastola informed the faculty/staff and community that she was asking the Green Mountain Unified School District board to release her from her contract at the end of this school year, though she has one year left in her contract. The school budget passed by a wide margin,-427 to 279-with only 161 Cavendish voters participating.

• Planning Commission Meeting 5/6/26 Minutes

• Dartmouth researchers find rain is consolidating into bigger storms as the climate changes VP

• Tensions rising over education reform as session winds down My Champlain Valley

5. EVENTS

MAY 16 (SATURDAY):  Geological Exploration of the Cavendish Gorge. Meet at the Green Mountain Power Station on Power Plant Road at 10 am. To register or more information bdayaemig@gmail.com or cavendishcommunityconsdervation@gmail.com

MAY 22 (FRIDAY): CHS Plant sale begins 5-7 pm in front of the Museum

MAY 23 (SATURDAY): CHS Plant 9-Noon
MAY 25 (MONDAY): Memorial Day. Legal Holiday. Town Office Closed.

MAY 29-30 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY): BRGNS Spring Rummage Sale 10-3, Fletcher Farm, 611 Route 103

JUNE 7 (SUNDAY): Cavendish Historical Society Museum opens for the season 2-4 pm.

JUNE 13 (SATURDAY): CCCA Walk and Talk Series: Tracking and the Art of Seeing; Hardy Hill Trail head on Susannah Johnson Road at 10 am. Cavendish. Join naturalist and wildlife tracker Rose Richter for a walk into the landscape of the tracker. Registration/FMI: cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com

JUNE 14 (SUNDAY): 2 pm Flag Day. Program on Betsy Ross at the Cavendish Stone Church.

JUNE 27 (SATURDAY): American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR and First Aid at the Cavendish Fire Station. Free to Cavendish residents. To register call 802-226-7790, e-mail puba0111@mail.com or stop by the station.

JUNE 30 (TUESDAY): Chief Bob Glidden’s last day as chief of Proctorsville Fire Dept. Stop by the fire house from 4:30-6:30 to share stories and thank Bob for 56 years of service. Bob will be ridden home at 6:30 on Engine 2.

JULY 8 (WEDNESDAY); Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm- Gypsy Reel

JULY 15 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. East Bay Jazz

JULY 22 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm-Bow Thayer & Krishna Guthrie

JULY 25 (SATURDAY): 16TH ANNUAL CAVENDISH TOWN WIDE TAG SALE.

JULY 29 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. Deb Brisson & Friends

AUGUST 5 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm Rick Redington & Tough Luv

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Cavendish Update 5/8/26: Hydrants/News/Events

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Have some time on May 16 around 9 am? A community effort is underway to help an elderly resident with some much needed work around their home. If able to help, please e-mail cavendishconnects@gmail.com or call 802-226-7807. 

VOTING: Tuesday, May 12 is the revote of the GMUSD budget. Polls are open from 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Hall.

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

5/8/26

1.    Hydrant flushing

2.    Notice of terms of proposed conveyance of Real Estate

3.    Green Up Day Recap

4.    Cavendish Related News

5.    Events Calendar

1. HYDRANT FLUSHING 5.18.26-5.20.26: Cavendish Municipal Water System Monday, May 18th, through Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 During the hours of 8 am to 5 pm

System users are reminded that: Flushing hydrants may cause temporary discoloration and turbidity of the water.  We apologize for any inconvenience to our users, however this very important system maintenance procedure must be conducted each spring and fall.  The flushing program allows the pipes to be purged and the hydrants checked for proper operation. Users are advised to avoid drinking the water or washing clothes (especially whites) while discoloration is in evidence.  Following hydrant flushing in your area, users should run cold water until it clears before resuming normal use.  It is also a good idea to flush residential water heaters after the water clears following a hydrant flush in your area. Thank you for your cooperation, Cavendish Municipal Water System FMI: 802-226-7291

2.NOTICE OF TERMS OF PROPOSED CONVEYANCE OF REAL ESTATE: On April 13th, 2026, the Selectboard of the Town of Cavendish approved the following terms for the sale of parcel # 1V20-117, 341 & 343 Greven Road Extension. This notice is published pursuant to 24 V.S.A. § 1061 to provide the public with notice of the terms of the proposed conveyance and of the citizens’ right to petition for a vote to disapprove the conveyance.

TERMS OF PROPOSED SALE: In exchange for a lump sum payment in the amount of $36,431.33, parcel # 1V20-117, 341 & 343 Greven Road Extension shall be deeded from the Town of Cavendish to Arnold Norton Jr.

CITIZENS’ RIGHT TO PETITION FOR VOTE: In accordance with 24 V.S.A.. § 1061(a)(2) If a petition signed by five percent of the legal voters of the municipality objecting to the above proposed conveyance is presented to the municipal clerk within 30 days of the date of posting and publication of this notice, the legislative body shall cause the question of whether the municipality shall convey the real estate to be considered at a special or annual meeting called for that purpose. After the meeting, the real estate may be conveyed unless a majority of the voters of the municipality present and voting vote to disapprove of the conveyance. Unless a petition is filed in accordance with subdivision 24 V.S.A.. § 1061(a)(2), the legislative body may authorize the conveyance.

PERSON TO CONTACT: Additional information pertaining to this conveyance may be obtained by contacting Richard Chambers, Town Manager 802-226-7291 or cavtm@cavendishvt.org during normal office hours.

3. GREEN UP DAY RECAP: The following is from Betty McEnaney who did an amazing job of organizing this year’s Green Up Day. It’s almost over, but not quite. Yesterday was a great success. The weather was the only negative. The mist, the rain and even the sleet did not deter some of the folks on a mission to Greenup Cavendish. The unfortunate part was it wasn’t weather that would cause you to linger for the cookout. Next year, I think we will plan on Sunday to be a possible rain day.

The response has been super. We had many first timers, most of which I think are now hooked. We had great signup by April 15th date and 51 Cavendish Greenup T-shirts were handed out. Many folks had done their roads prior to Greenup day and came back for more. A couple of folks have done as many as six roads.

Several tires, Twisted Tea and Bud seem to be the most frequent items. There were car parts, a pry bar and a few other unusual items. Loads of roadside trash. As you can imagine, some roads are worse than others. By the time we call it done for the year, I believe that we will have covered 100% of Cavendish Road and even trails through the State Forest.

We couldn’t do this without all of you. Thanks to those who helped with the organization and the headquarters on the Green. Several worked behind the scenes as well. Thank you: Robin Timko, Terry McNamara, Michael McNamara, Bruce and Timothy McEnaney, Sandra Russo, Sara Stowell, CTES, Shaw’s, Kathryn Svec, Brewfest, and the 60+ people with feet on the ground and bags in their hands. A big thanks to Margo Caulfield, Amy Davis and the Dartmouth Culvert Crawlers for their determination.

Many folks put the returnables in a separate bag. The final tally won’t be made until the roads are all done, but as of Sunday morning, 1220 bottles and cans were turned in to Brewfest. Hundreds more were too badly crushed to return, but at least there was some benefit to the road trash. It is a small token that will be made to Streetscapes, CCCA, and the 4th grade Patriots headed to the national competition in Kansas.

There are a very few roads left. All are short little roads with one or two houses. If you want to help cover them, see the updated list at the town office. The transfer station will accept Greenup bags until May 10th.

All those who were involved in the trash pickup are asked to complete the survey. Statistics need to be reported to the State Greenup office. Please pick up and drop off your survey in the entryway of the town office.

Also, please pass along your suggestions to me by email or note left at the town office. Hat’s off and a huge thank you to all involved! See you next year as we keep Cavendish looking good!

Betty McEnaney Betty@gotvermont.com

4. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Black River Flood Resilience Plan:  As part of the Mount Ascutney Regional Commission ongoing public outreach efforts for the Black River Flood Resilience Plan, a project progress update flyer with a QR code and link to a community check-in survey is available at the town website, where the public can enter feedback on the project list and prioritization approach. Responses should be submitted by Friday May 29, 2026.

• Olivia Braucht wins 3rd place in Civics Contest: Olivia, a sixth grader at CTES, recently took part in the middle school division of the Regional National Civics Bee Competition, where she took third place. As part of this project, students are asked to present a civics project they would like to do for their community. Olivia, presented her project to the Streetscapes Committee.  Her project focuses on fixing the Cavendish town playground, which has been in poor condition with broken swings, loose parts, graffiti, and rotting wood.  Her plan is to raise money through a bake sale and work with the town by attending meetings and asking for support. She understands there may be concerns about cost or priorities, but she believes this project could bring the community together. She’s also suggested adding simple outdoor fitness equipment so the space can be used by all ages. This isn’t just about fixing a playground, it’s about creating a safe, shared space for everyone in Cavendish.  Congratulations Olivia on your win and your commitment to Cavendish.

• A Biopic of Solzhenitsyn: New film production and financing entity Primeridian Entertainment has set Cyrus Nowrasteh to direct a bipoic of famed Soviet dissident, Nobel Prize-winning author and former Cavendish resident Alexander Solzhenitsyn. The Hollywood Reporter

• CHS Spring Newsletter: The Cavendish Historical Society newsletter is now on-line and contains a list of upcoming events as well as some interesting stories about Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn’s arrival in Cavendish on the eve of the country’s Bicentennial in 1976

•  Jackie’s Bakeshop sweetens the mood in Proctorsville VT Journal

• Why Does Vermont Have the Lowest Birth Rate in the Nation? Seven Days

• Does No Mow May Invite invasives and Ticks to Your Yard? VT Center for Ecostudies

5. EVENTS

MAY 9 (SATURDAY): Audubon Bird Walk, 7:30 A, 731 Stevens Rd. To register or FMI: 802/376-3937 or jleak499@gmail.com

MAY 10 (SUNDAY): HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

MAY 11 (MONDAY) Cavendish Select Board Meeting, 6:30 pm at the Cavendish Town Office.

MAY 12 (TUESDAY): VOTE on GMUSD Budget. 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Dept.

MAY 16 (SATURDAY):  Geological Exploration of the Cavendish Gore. Meet at the Green Mountain Power Station on Power Plant Road at 10 am. To register or more information bdayaemig@gmail.com or cavendishcommunityconsdervation@gmail.com

MAY 25 (MONDAY): Memorial Day. Legal Holiday. Town Office Closed.

MAY 29-30 (FRIDAY-SATURDAY): BRGNS Spring Rummage Sale 10-3, Fletcher Farm, 611 Route 103

JUNE 7 (SUNDAY): Cavendish Historical Society Museum opens for the season 2-4 pm.

JUNE 13 (SATURDAY): CCCA Walk and Talk Series: Tracking and the Art of Seeing; Hardy Hill Trail head on Susannah Johnson Road at 10 am. Cavendish. Join naturalist and wildlife tracker Rose Richter for a walk into the landscape of the tracker. Registration/FMI: cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com

JUNE 14 (SUNDAY): 2 pm Flag Day. Program on Betsy Ross at the Cavendish Stone Church.

JUNE 27 (SATURDAY): American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR and First Aid at the Cavendish Fire Station. Free to Cavendish residents. To register call 802-226-7790, e-mail puba0111@mail.com or stop by the station.

JULY 8 (WEDNESDAY); Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm- Gypsy Reel

JULY 15 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. East Bay Jazz

JULY 22 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm-Bow Thayer & Krishna Guthrie

JULY 25 (SATURDAY): 16TH ANNUAL CAVENDISH TOWN WIDE TAG SALE.

JULY 29 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. Deb Brisson & Friends

AUGUST 5 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm Rick Redington & Tough Luv

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Cavendish Update 5/1/26: Concerts/News/Events

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GREEN UP IS TOMORROW: Two ways to Green Up-sign up at the entry of the Cavendish Town Office (Door is open 24/7). Mark your route, grab a bag and go. Meet on the Proctorsville Green Between 8:30-10:30 on May 2 (Saturday). 

NO BURN PERMITS BEING ISSUED: The following is from the Cavendish Fire Warden, Chris Marks: Our area is currently in VERY HIGH FIRE DANGER! No burn permits will be issued until we receive soaking rains. While campfires are not under fire warden regulation, we encourage extreme caution with campfires. Also please be aware while using small engines near brush, as a faulty spark arrestor can cause sparks to be thrown from machines.

5/1/26

1.    Cavendish Concert Series

2.    Cavendish Bird Walk

3.    Cavendish Related News

4.    Events Calendar

1. CAVENDISH CONCERTS ON THE GREEN: The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association (CCCA), once again kicks off their summer concert series on the Proctorsville Town Green on Wednesdays, starting July 8 with Gypsy Reel. This is followed by East Bay Jazz Ensemble (7/15); Bow Thayer & Krishna Guthrie (7/22); Deb Brisson & Friends (7/29) and Rick Redignton & Turr Luv (8/5). Music begins at 6 pm. Bring a picnic or enjoy a meal from a local favorite. Sponsors include: Gassetts; Castle Hill Resort & Spa; Cavendish Community Fund; Ripley Design Co; Sugar Maple Mountain Retreat.

2. CAVENDISH BIRD WALK: The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association and the Mount Ascutney Audubon Society are holding their annual Bird Walk beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. This walk has been stewarded by Michael and Marianne Walsh of the Mount Ascutney Audubon Society and Ken Cox, who will guide the walk. Cox holds a degree in Fisheries Biology and is a life-long birder with extensive experience in the northeast, southeast and southwest regions of the United States. He has volunteered as a citizen scientist for the Vermont Center for Ecostudies and the Audubon Society.

This is a moderate hike on a trail through wooded areas and open fields. A little rain won’t affect the plan, so come prepared. Long pants, sturdy walking shoes and whatever you deem necessary for warding off ticks are recommended. Bring your binoculars and your curiosity. Because the walk is limited to 12 participants, advance registration is required. Send a message to Jen Leak at jleak499@gmail.com or cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com to sign up or for additional information.

3. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• CHS Briefs May 2026: The Cavendish Historical Society’s May “Briefs” are now online and contain a calendar of upcoming events including the annual plant sale.

• Jackie’s Bake Shop now Open: Jackie’s Bake shop at 2568 VT 103 (next to Grafton Cheese) opened yesterday. FMI: Website or Facebook

• GMUSD Informational Meeting: There will be an informational meeting regarding the revote on the failed Green Mountain Unified School Dsitrict (GMUSD) school budget on May 5, at 6 p.m., in the Green Mountain Union High School media center. Community members are encouraged to attend this meeting in order to see and hear a simple, clear, and detailed presentation of how the school budget affects tax rates, what other options were considered, and the opinions of the community. Attendees will also have the opportunity to speak during the public comment portion of the meeting. Note that this budget is the identical to the one that was defeated at Town Meeting Day. Voting takes place on May 12 from 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Department. Contact the town office for an absentee ballot.

• Ludlow Closes on Sam’s Steakhouse: A few days ago, Ludlow closed on Sam’s Steakhouse on Rte 103: This is/was a buyout offer the Select Board approved with payment through VT Emergency Management (via FEMA). All costs for purchase and future demolition are incurred by VEM.  The Town of Ludlow owns the property. Future use is deed restricted and as such, will be very limited.  The town cannot touch, nor do anything with the property - this includes the flood ravaged building. IF someone asks if they can remove and/or have pieces of the structure (roof, siding, etc) the answer is NO. We cannot incur the liability, nor can we risk losing our good standing with VEM. The public’s help in sharing this important message would be greatly appreciated. Within 3-4 weeks, VEM will issue a Notice to Proceed (for demolition). They will do an inventory, identify type of contractors needed and hire the appropriate contractor(s) for demolition. All debris will be removed. VEM manages the entire process.

• Vermont and Quebec ramp up rabies vaccination efforts with cases rising among wildlife: Federal workers will scatter sweet-tasting pellets from planes and helicopters over Vermont in the coming days.  The airdrop is part of a mission to prevent rabies.  A collaboration between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and Vermont health and wildlife authorities will try to get more wild animals in the state, particularly raccoons and skunks, vaccinated against the disease. VT Digger

• Beaver Program: If you missed the Black River Action Team program on Beavers, you can watch at the Okemo Valley TV website. Hear from presenters Patti Smith of Bonnyvale Environmental Center and Skip Lisle, inventor of the patented Beaver Deceiver, to learn more about these industrious creatures. 

4. EVENTS

MAY 2 (SATURDAY): GREEN UP DAY

MAY 9 (SATURDAY): Audubon Bird Walk, 7:30 A, 731 Stevens Rd. To register or FMI: 802/376-3937 or jleak499@gmail.com

MAY 12 (TUESDAY): VOTE on GMUSD Budget. 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Dept.

MAY 16 (SATURDAY):  Geological Exploration of the Cavendish Gore. Meet at the Green Mountain Power Station on Power Plant Road at 10 am. To register or more information bdayaemig@gmail.com or cavendishcommunityconsdervation@gmail.com

JUNE 13 (SATURDAY): CCCA Walk and Talk Series: Tracking and the Art of Seeing; Hardy Hill Trail head on Susannah Johnson Road at 10 am. Cavendish. Join naturalist and wildlife tracker Rose Richter for a walk into the landscape of the tracker. Registration/FMI: cavendishcommunityconservation@gmail.com

JUNE 27 (SATURDAY): American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR and First Aid at the Cavendish Fire Station. Free to Cavendish residents. To register call 802-226-7790, e-mail puba0111@mail.com or stop by the station.

JULY 8 (WEDNESDAY); Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm- Gypsy Reel

JULY 15 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. East Bay Jazz

JULY 22 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm-Bow Thayer & Krishna Guthrie

JULY 25 (SATURDAY): 16TH ANNUAL CAVENDISH TOWN WIDE TAG SALE.

JULY 29 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm. Deb Brisson & Friends

AUGUST 5 (WEDNESDAY): Cavendish Concerts on the Proctorsville Green, 6 pm Rick Redington & Tough Luv

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Cavendish Update 4/24/26: School/Warning/News/Events

LINKS TO CAVENDISH CONNECTS:  Facebook Blue Sky or Website

GREEN UP IS UNDERWAY: Two ways to Green Up-sign up at the entry of the Cavendish Town Office (Door is open 24/7). Mark your route, grab a bag and go. Meet on the Proctorsville Green Between 8:30-10:30 on May 2 (Saturday).

Windsor County Drug Take Back Day: Windsor County’s semiannual Drug Take Back Day is taking place on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Drop off any unused prescription drugs at any of the following locations: Ludlow Police Department, Springfield Police Department, Weathersfield Transfer Station, Windsor Police Department, Norwich Police Department, Royalton Police Department, and Woodstock Police Department.

4/24/26

1.    Warning GMUSD: Voting/CTES

2.    Understanding Septic Systems Workshops

3.    Cavendish Related News

4.    Events Calendar

1. WARNING: GMUSD: VOTING/CTES: The legal voters of Green Mountain Unified School District, consisting of the towns of Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish and Chester are hereby warned to meet at the respective polling places on Tuesday, May 12 2026, for the purpose of voting by Australian ballot. The business to be transacted includes the following:

Article 1: Shall the voters of Green Mountain Unified School District approve the School Board to expend $19,341,997, which is the amount the school board has determined to be necessary for the ensuing fiscal year? The Green Mountain Unified School District estimates that this proposed budget, if approved, will result in per pupil education spending of $16,060.66 which is 9.98% higher than per pupil spending for the current year.

Approved at a Duly Warned Meeting on April 16, 2026

Signed by the following board member Patricia Benelli (Chester; Anne Henshaw (Chester); Lois Periah (Chester); Lisa Sanders (Cavendish); Shayna Kalnitsky (Andover); Caitlin Miller (Chester); Donovan Nichols (Cavendish); Michael Ripley (Cavendish) and Jerry Ucci (Chester).

Note that this is the exact same budget presented to the voters in March. You can read more about the vote that lead to this decision in an article by the Chester Telegraph. Voting in Cavendish is at the Proctorsville Fire Dept from 7-10. A sample ballot is available at the Town’s website.

On April 16, CTES principal, Emma Vastola provided an update on proposed classrooms for the coming school year. With a projected 57 students, there will be five classrooms to accommodate the students. There are currently 62 students at CTES in grades K-6. Note that school enrollments often change between now and the start of school.

2. UNDERSTANDING SEPTIC SYSTEMS WORKSHOPS: Learn the basics of how decentralized wastewater systems (septic systems) work and what you can do to keep your system running safely and efficiently. This no cost two hour training walks homeowners through system components, everyday maintenance tips, common myths, what to do in an emergency, and when advanced treatment technologies may be needed. Whether you’re new to septic ownership or just want a refresher, this session will help you protect your home, your wallet and your local environment. The workshops are being offered by RCAP Solutions and made possible by a grant from the Environmental Protection Agency. The workshops will be on Tuesday May 5 from 5-7 pm; Wednesday May 6 1-3 pm and 4-6 pm. See the RECAP events website for more information on registering.

3. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS

• Animal Control Officer Contact Information: Claudine Lefever can be reached by e-mailing CavAnimalCtrl@cavendishvt.org

• Congratulation to Lisa Marks: Once again Lisa Marks of Proctorsville participated in the Boston Marathon, raising $26.2K for the Dana Farber Cancer Center

• 68th Annual Penny Sale: Ludlow’s Annual Penny Sale takes place on Saturday April 26 at 6:30 pm at Ludlow Elementary Gym’

• Jackie’s Bake Shop Coming to Proctorsville: On April 30 (Thursday), Jackie’s Bake Shop opens at 9 am. The shop is located at 2568 VT-103, right next to Grafton’s Cheese. FMI: 802-855-7169 Website or Facebook

• Springfield meat packing facility sold; 53 employees laid off: Layoffs are underway at the Vermont Packinghouse, a meat processing facility in North Springfield, and one of just a handful of USDA-certified meat processors in the state. The former Ben & Jerry’s factory-turned meat processing plant is being sold, according to the current owner, The Walden Local Meat Company. WCAX

• Bank statements detail sheriff’s office spending under Palmer: Windsor County Sheriff Ryan Palmer  faces nine felony and misdemeanor charges related to sexual misconduct. Those charges stem from an investigation into Palmer’s conduct that began after police received complaints about economic malfeasance within the department, Vermont State Police have said. Now bank statements recently obtained by the Valley News through a public records request shed some light on the sheriff department’s spending under Palmer. VT Digger

4. EVENTS

MAY 2 (SATURDAY): GREEN UP DAY

MAY 9 (SATURDAY): Audubon Bird Walk, 7:30 A, 731 Stevens Rd. To register or for more information jleak499Wgmail.com or 802/376-3937

MAY 12 (TUESDAY): Vote on GMUSD Budget. 10-7 at the Proctorsville Fire Dept.

MAY 16 (SATURDAY):  Geological Exploration of the Cavendish Gore. Meet at the Green Mountain Power Station on Power Plant Road at 10 am. To register or more information bdayaemig@gmail.com or cavendishcommunityconsdervation@gmail.com

JUNE 27 (SATURDAY): American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR and First Aid at the Cavendish Fire Station. Free to Cavendish residents. To register call 802-226-7790, e-mail puba0111@mail.com or stop by the station.

JULY 25 (SATURDAY): 16TH ANNUAL CAVENDISH TOWN WIDE TAG SALE.

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