Cavendish Update 1/23/26: Town Water/News/Events
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1/23/26
1. Cavendish Water: Notice from Town Manager
2. Cavendish Related News
3. Events Calendar
1. TOWN WATER UPDATE 1/16/: Cavendish’s Town Manager, Rick Chambers, issued the following statement, As the discolored water in town continues, I want to give a quick update. Even though we have seen a small decrease in daily usage, our demand continues to be the same. This demand is caused by daily usage and the need for us to replenish our water reserve in our tanks. Our goal is to balance the act of filling our tanks fast enough without making the problem worse. When we have enough water capacity, we will strategically flush some lines which should help speed up the clearing process. We have no indication of unsafe conditions. Although unsightly, the water is safe and we continue to monitor and test. As the system recovers you may see days of clear water only to have the discoloration return the next day. Letting us know when your water clears will allow us to concentrate on areas still experiencing an issue.
A few things to note:
1.Conserving water will allow us to replenish our reserves faster. [The following devices can reduce the amount of water you use: Faucet aerators; low-flow showerheads; toilet leak detection (dye tablets for checking toilet leaks); showerhead shut off valves and hose nozzles. If you are looking to purchase new appliances that use water, such as washers and dishwasher, check the Efficiency VT Rebate website. ]
2. Avoid using any oxidizing agent like bleach as this will make the problem worse
3. As we work towards a long-term solution, installing a house wide filtration system may be something you would want to consider. Talk with neighbors or local plumbers about systems installed in town already.
2. CAVENDISH RELATED NEWS
• Respiratory Weekly Report: The health department’s Respiratory Illness Activity in Vermont reports Covid as “moderate” and flu “very high” in concentrations in Ludlow waste water, for the week of 1/11/26-1/17/26. Statewide Covid is rated as “low” and flu “very high.” Masks and hand sanitizer are available at the Cavendish Cares closet next to the Museum steps.
• Matthew T. Birmingham 1948-2026: Known to many in Cavendish as their lawyer, or when he was working on his Cavendish farm, Matt died January 15, at Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH following complications from a serious illness. A celebration of Matt's life will be held at Ascutney Outdoor Center on May 31st from 1-3pm.
• 18-year-old shot by Ludlow police chief pleads not guilty to attempted murder: VT Public
• Roz Klezos named practice director of Ludlow Health Center: Chester Telegraph
• Gov. Scott pushes for ‘disciplined’ spending with $9.4 billion state budget proposal: Vermont Gov. Phil Scott proposed a $9.4 billion budget to state lawmakers on Tuesday that he called a “disciplined” spending plan in the face of waning support — and more cuts likely to come — from the federal government. Scott’s proposal, which lays out spending for a one-year period starting in July, is about 3% larger than the state budget he and the Legislature enacted last year. But he said his latest plan calls for fewer new initiatives, largely because the state no longer has Covid-19 pandemic-era federal relief funding available for new uses. VT Digger
3. EVENTS
JANUARY 26 (MONDAY): Cavendish Select Board Budget meeting, 6: 30pm at the Cavendish Town Office. Agenda and Zoom information available at the Town Website
FEBRUARY 7 (SATURDAY): CHS free workshop: Write an 18th Century Valentine. The workshop will include: writing with a “quill pen,” examples of letters written for Valentine’s Day, folding the letter and sealing it with wax (letter locking). 1-2:30 at the Cavendish Library, 573 Main St., Proctorsville. Recommended for those 12 and up. FMI 802-226-7807 or margocaulfield@icloud.com
FEBRUARY 14 (SATURDAY): Happy Valentine’s Day
FEBRUARY 15 (SUNDAY): Cavendish 3rd quarter taxes due. Note, you have until Monday Feb. 16 to make payments.
FEBRUARY 16 (MONDAY): President’s Day, Legal Holiday
FEBRUARY 28 (SATURDAY): CHS Workshop: In keeping with Black History Month, this workshop will include screening portions of Ken Burns’ American Revolution series on the role of black patriots, the Ethiopian Army, and two Cavendish patriots-Peter Tumbo and Prince Robinson-who had been enslaved and made their way to Cavendish after the war. 1-2:30 pm at the Cavendish Library. Recommended for those 12 and up
MARCH 14 (SATURDAY): CHS Workshop- Celebrating Women’s History month, this workshop will discuss the role of women in the American Revolution and will include screening segments of the American Revolution series. This workshop will include a “taste of history,” where “Liberty Tea” will be served.