All Products
Contracting for Municipal Projects (2001)
A reference guide for communities developing construction projects requiring professional consulting or construction services.
Handbook for Collectors of Delinquent Taxes (2008)
An overview of the statutory and practical requirements of the position. Chapters on different delinquent tax collection methods and special problems are followed by an extensive appendix of sample forms, letters and policies.
Handbook for Locally Elected Auditors (2008)
An easy-to-use guide to the statutory and practical requirements of the position of town auditor.
Handbook for Vermont Moderators (1998)
A quick reference guide for moderating town meetings in Vermont. Outlines statutory requirements and guides moderators through provisions of Robert's Rules of Order.
Handbook for Vermont Municipal Clerks (2000)
An indispensable tool for the newly elected clerk and experienced officers. Discusses the duties and responsibilities of the position and includes chapters on licensing taxation and recording procedures.
Handbook for Vermont Municipal Treasurers (2002)
A comprehensive guide to the statutory duties of the municipal treasurer; also addresses the treasurer's relationship with other local officials.
Handbook for Vermont Selectboards (2011)
An extensive guide to the varied responsibilities of local legislative bodies.
Handbook for Vermont Town Officers (1999)
This handbook offers a concise description of each Vermont local government office.
Highway Handbook (2001)
Guide to laws governing the use and maintenance of Vermont’s local roads. Ideal for selectboards, road commissioners and municipal attorneys.
Land Use — Property Tax Connection (2002)
Looks at the relationship between the municipal tax bill on the average-value house in each Vermont town and various characteristics of the town.
Local Official’s Guide to Developing Better Community Post Offices (2001)
A handbook for local officials and residents to help develop and implement solutions to proposed post office expansions and relocation — solutions that meet the needs of the community and the post office.
Municipal Employment Law Handbook (2007)
A comprehensive discussion of the laws and best practices of municipal human resource management. Topics covered include employee selection, key federal and state laws applicable to municipal employees, compensation, employee v. independent contractor, employee leave, and termination.
Ordinance Enforcement in the Judicial Bureau (2001)
Designed to assist municipalities in understanding and implementing civil enforcement of municipal ordinances. Provides information on drafting defensible ordinances, issuing tickets, and prosecuting cases in the Judicial Bureau.
Access to Public Records (2009)
Clearly summarizes key provisions of Vermont’s Access to Public Records Law. 11" w. x 17" h. format for easy reference by local officials and citizens.
Municipal Dog & Wolf-Hybrid Licenses and Fees (2010)
Lists licensing requirements and the fees municipal clerks can charge for dog and wolf-hybrid licenses. 18" w. x 24" h. format for easy reference by local officials and citizens.
Municipal Calendar (annual)
July 1 to June 30 calendar lists important municipal dates and statutory deadlines, with a focus on property tax/grand list and elections deadlines. 33" w. x 17.5" h. format for easy reference by local officials and citizens.
Open Meeting Law (2009)
Summarizes key provisions of Vermont’s Open Meeting Law. 11" w. x 17" h. format for easy reference by local officials and citizens.
Municipal Clerk Fee Schedule (2009)
A comprehensive list of the fees municipal clerks can charge for various documents and services. 12" w. x 24" h. format for easy reference by local officials and citizens.
Workplace Poster Packet (2011)
Includes all state and federally required workplace posters for placing in a prominent location in your municipality. Fifteen posters are included: one is 11" h. x 17" w., one is 12" w. x 18" h., six are 8.5" w. x 14" h., and seven are 8.5" w. x 11" h.
VLCT News—One-year subscription Monthly
An invaluable resource for local officials. VLCT's monthly newsletter includes articles on municipal legal issues, insurance loss prevention tips, state and federal government news, League activities, a calendar of events, classified ads, and more.
Weekly Legislative Report—One-year subscription (legislative session only) Jan-May
Published from January through May, this weekly bulletin updates readers on legislative activities important to municipalities. Includes an extensive Wrap Up at the end of each year's session that summarizes new legislation of concern to municipalities.
Vermont Municipal Compensation & Benefits Survey Annual
This survey, published each autumn, contains information on salaries, fringe benefits, and working conditions for employees and officers in more than 225 Vermont cities, towns, and villages. Survey participants receive one free survey and can purchase additional copies for $20.00 each. The cost of a survey to everyone else is $50.00.
Brief Overview of Selected Vermont Town Offices (2004)
A brief description of the duties of selected Vermont town offices.
Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised 10th Edition (2000)
An important resource on parliamentary procedure used by many Vermont municipalities to run smooth, orderly, and fairly conducted meetings. Also available is the newer (2004) "In Brief" edition.
Complete Robert’s
Robert’s in Brief
MAC Technical Paper Packet (2007-2008)
Five Technical Papers issued to date by the VLCT Municipal Assistance Center. Topics are: Writing Zoning Decisions; Riparian Buffer Ordinances; Creating a Development Review Board (DRB); On the Record Review; and Low Impact Development (LID) Stormwater Management Bylaw.
VIT Workshop Series
A DVD of the session plus handout materials from VIT workshops.
Packet with DVD - Non-registrants
Packet with DVD - Registrants who could not attend
Workshop Packet
Information packets from VLCT workshops. There is no charge for paid registrants who could not attend. Please specify the workshop with your order.
Model Financial Policies (2010)
Includes 11 financial policies that address issues commonly faced by Vermont municipalities, along with descriptions and statutory authorities for each policy. These policies were developed with the needs of small and mid-sized towns in mind and are easy to customize.
