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Rec Field calendar Form to report a Road Problem Form to report a Disability Access Barrier Form to request an Abatement Current Zoning regulations - Jul 29, 2025 Form for Zoning Permit Zoning Access Permit Application Twinfield Union School website Plainfield Area Community Trust (PACT) - website Plainfield Highway map CVSWMD’s new facility - ECO-DEPOT is open Weather Station link: George Springston has installed a weather station in the upper reaches of the Great Brook watershed. You can track temperature and wind data and, when raining, precipitation amounts. (no snow depth data is available) Link: https://www.wunderground.com/dashboard/pws/KVTORANG13
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Local Concerns Meeting: Brook Road - May 18
We are in the early stages of making plans to address the large washout area and missing bridges on Brook Road (specifically the two miles between Gray and Cameron Roads). Our engineering team is looking for input from the community. Please plan to attend. If you're more comfortable writing your comments, please use this link: https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/00a5a1cd6492433ab6599953e52cf944
Time: May 18, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 895 1921 2930
Passcode: 607274
Due to Zoombombing in past meetings, to participate by Zoom you must be identified by first and last name and be on video when you enter the meeting.
Agenda:
~20-30 minute presentation of the broad scope of the project, process and timeline
~Mapping of potential alternatives
~Community Input: What are your ideas, concerns, and questions?
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Questions about the meeting may be sent to [email protected].
Time: May 18, 2026 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89519212930?pwd=SSsNPrntXJwtOdSZSAQ7faAyabZAOk.1
Join instructions: https://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/89519212930/invitations?signature=IDoQXu9uZdsBxTI14tbX92u7oniZ1HD0SWDJ_Mdxq90
Meeting chat link: https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/89519212930
Meeting ID: 895 1921 2930
Passcode: 607274
Due to Zoombombing in past meetings, to participate by Zoom you must be identified by first and last name and be on video when you enter the meeting.
Agenda:
~20-30 minute presentation of the broad scope of the project, process and timeline
~Mapping of potential alternatives
~Community Input: What are your ideas, concerns, and questions?
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Questions about the meeting may be sent to [email protected].
Job Opening - Town Treasurer and Finance Director
Are you a big picture thinker, with keen attention to detail? Are you a systems person, who loves when tasks are completed and the numbers balance? Are you someone who can stay focused amidst the hands-on nature of day-to-day municipal government? Would you like to use your analytical skills to make a big impact?
The Town of Plainfield (pop. 1400), a quirky small town in Central Vermont, that has been heroically dealing with the aftermath of two years of historic flooding, is looking to fill a key position in our town office.
The Town Treasurer and Finance Director position combines the statutory responsibilities of the town treasurer, with big picture support of the town Select Board, as it steers the town through major recovery projects, to a stable and sustainable future.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Working under the direction of the Select Board, the Town Treasurer and Finance Director will:
Requirements and Qualifications
a. Certification in Bookkeeping or Accounting, with at least three years experience in a municipal, business, or non-profit setting, preferably municipal.
b. Compliance with GAAP.
c. Competence with Google workspace including Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar and a familiarity with video meeting platforms (Zoom and Google Meet).
d. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
e. High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college level coursework in accounting is preferred.
Contacts with the Public
The Town Treasurer and Finance Director must be willing and able to interact with the public in a cordial, courteous, and respectful manner, specifically during public hours.
Work Environment
The work is done on-site, in an intimate office setting. Some remote work may be possible for the right candidate.
Declaration of Inclusion
The Town of Plainfield condemns racism and welcomes all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or disability and wants everyone to feel safe and welcome in our community. As a town, we formally condemn discrimination in all its forms, commit to fair and equal treatment of everyone in our community, and will strive to ensure all our actions, policies and operating procedures reflect this commitment.
Status
Full time, 32 hours per week; salary range $55,000 – $60,000, commensurate with experience, generous benefit package.
To apply
Please send a cover letter, resume and two professional references to:
Peter Youngbaer, Select Board Chair
Town of Plainfield
P. O. Box 217
Plainfield, VT 05667
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your interest in serving the Town and people of Plainfield.
The Town of Plainfield (pop. 1400), a quirky small town in Central Vermont, that has been heroically dealing with the aftermath of two years of historic flooding, is looking to fill a key position in our town office.
The Town Treasurer and Finance Director position combines the statutory responsibilities of the town treasurer, with big picture support of the town Select Board, as it steers the town through major recovery projects, to a stable and sustainable future.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Working under the direction of the Select Board, the Town Treasurer and Finance Director will:
- Implement the overall financial procedures for accounts payable, cash & tax receipts, and other internal procedures, ensuring that there is a separation of duties to ensure financial checks and balances.
- Assist in any required audits.
- Collect and pay taxes, including municipal and school taxes.
- Manage Payroll & Withholding taxes, file related reports on time.
- Make weekly deposits to our local bank.
- Work closely with the Listers and the Select Board to help set the tax rate and keep records of those rates.
- Oversee and facilitate the implementation of the Town’s Procurement Policy.
- Work closely with the town auditors and make monthly reports to the Select Board of town accounts, including operating budget versus actual year to date, debt and debt service, reserve funds, grants, and investment accounts.
- Work closely with the Town Grants Administrator to oversee and facilitate financial aspects of grants, including applications, expenditures, accounting, and reporting.
- Support the Select Board to formulate the town budget and capital asset management plan.
- Prepare financial and narrative reports for Town Meeting (publication in Town Report).
- Supervise the Assistant Town Treasurer to ensure all tasks are completed.
- Know NEMRC or be trained in the NEMRC Systems in the first few weeks after hire.
Requirements and Qualifications
a. Certification in Bookkeeping or Accounting, with at least three years experience in a municipal, business, or non-profit setting, preferably municipal.
b. Compliance with GAAP.
c. Competence with Google workspace including Gmail, Google Docs, Google Calendar and a familiarity with video meeting platforms (Zoom and Google Meet).
d. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
e. High School Diploma or equivalent. Some college level coursework in accounting is preferred.
Contacts with the Public
The Town Treasurer and Finance Director must be willing and able to interact with the public in a cordial, courteous, and respectful manner, specifically during public hours.
Work Environment
The work is done on-site, in an intimate office setting. Some remote work may be possible for the right candidate.
Declaration of Inclusion
The Town of Plainfield condemns racism and welcomes all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age or disability and wants everyone to feel safe and welcome in our community. As a town, we formally condemn discrimination in all its forms, commit to fair and equal treatment of everyone in our community, and will strive to ensure all our actions, policies and operating procedures reflect this commitment.
Status
Full time, 32 hours per week; salary range $55,000 – $60,000, commensurate with experience, generous benefit package.
To apply
Please send a cover letter, resume and two professional references to:
Peter Youngbaer, Select Board Chair
Town of Plainfield
P. O. Box 217
Plainfield, VT 05667
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for your interest in serving the Town and people of Plainfield.
Plainfield Forward Update
Report and Action Plan, December 2025
Housing Strategy Draft
Housing Meeting Minutes, 11-20-25
(Hard copies are available at the Town Office)
Housing Strategy Draft
Housing Meeting Minutes, 11-20-25
(Hard copies are available at the Town Office)
We've got work - Town job opportunities!
We have both elected and non-elected positions.
Interested in helping Plainfield? We have a list of many volunteer and paid positions available!
Available Position List
Additional Information for Elected Positions
Contact the Town Office, 802-454-8461, for more information.
Available Position List
Additional Information for Elected Positions
Contact the Town Office, 802-454-8461, for more information.
Property Tax Payments - Direct Debit Program Form
You may sign up to have your property tax installments transferred electronically from your bank account to the Town. When you sign up for this program, the Town will debit your bank account for the exact amount of the tax payment on the actual due date for each installment. You will continue to receive your bill in the mail.
Sign Up/Change Request Form
Sign Up/Change Request Form
Select Board
Regular Select Board meetings are held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 PM.
More information on the Select Board page
More information on the Select Board page
Title 1, Section 314 notice
Title 1 : General Provisions
Chapter 005 : Common Law; General Rights
Subchapter 002 : Public Information
(Cite as: 1 V.S.A. § 314)
§ 314. Penalty and enforcement
Full Notice
Chapter 005 : Common Law; General Rights
Subchapter 002 : Public Information
(Cite as: 1 V.S.A. § 314)
§ 314. Penalty and enforcement
Full Notice
