A collaboration between the Vermont League of Cities & Towns, Vermont Regional Planning Commissions, and the Vermont Secretary of State's office.
The annual report can be one of the most comprehensive and effective ways to keep residents informed of what’s going on in their community and local government. While the annual audit report is the only legally required component, most Vermont municipalities use their annual report to provide valuable community information for residents. Reports provide a snapshot of the community, in many cases containing municipal departmental updates, budget information, marriage licenses issued, births and deaths, local organizations, awards, and more.
Members Choice Voting is Open!
Click the links below to view the winning reports from round one voting (gold, silver, and bronze), then cast a vote for your favorite report! Rating was conducted by judges from VLCT, Vermont Regional Planning Commissions, and the Secretary of State’s Office. To view the criteria our judges used and learn more about what makes a great town report, view our Annual Town Report Best Practices Guide.
Voting is open from September 21 until 1:30 PM on October 7. The report that gets the most member votes will be announced at the Town Fair closing ceremony.
Category Winners (by population)
Population <1,000
- Gold: Westfield Town
- Silver: Elmore Town
- Bronze: West Fairlee Town
- Honorable Mention: Peacham
Population 1,000 to 1,500
- Gold: Lincoln Town
- Silver: North Hero Town
- Bronze: Fayston Town
- Honorable Mention: Dover Town
Population 1,500 to 3,000
- Gold: Putney Town
- Silver: Huntington Town
- Bronze: Middlesex Town
- Honorable Mention: Guilford Town
Population 3,000 or more
- Gold: Essex Junction City
- Silver: Essex Town
- Bronze: Montpelier City
- Honorable Mention: Brattleboro Town
Judging Criteria
Round One
August 12 through September 11
Reports were evaluated by judges from each sponsoring organization in the following categories.
- Presentation
- Organization
- Financial Information
- Bonus: Innovation/Enhancements
Round One winners will be announced on the VLCT website on September 21, 2026.
Final Round: Members Choice Award
The winners from Round One will be posted here to launch the Members Choice Award contest. From September 21 until 3 PM at Town Fair on October 7, all Vermont municipal officials and staff members can vote online for their favorite report. The top three vote-getting reports (Gold, Silver, and Bronze) will receive a special Members Choice Award at Town Fair.
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