Town of Bristol, Vermont

Dear Bristol Residents, and BES Faculty, Staff, Students, and Parents,

Please be advised that waterline work on Fitch Avenue will commence Tuesday, May 20.

Beginning at 8:00 AM, Fitch Avenue will be COMPLETELY CLOSED to through traffic. Water Operator crews will have the street blockaded while they conduct essential waterline repairs. Crews will be working throughout the day from 8:00 AM to approximately 5:00 PM.

During this time, please:

– Use Crescent Street or Devino Lane as an alternate route both morning and evening
– Expect possible water service interruption
– Be aware of increased noise in the area
– Consider storing water for drinking and basic needs

Residents who must access properties on Fitch Avenue may experience delays and should plan accordingly.

For emergency questions during this infrastructure improvement project, please contact Vermont Utility Management Service (VTUMS) at (802) 377-2316.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to improve our community infrastructure.

📨 Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
🏘️ Town of Bristol
✉️ townadmin@bristolvt.org

Bristol Residents,

I am writing to inform you of a slope failure (landslide) that has occurred on West Street, directly across from Martin’s Hardware. This situation requires your immediate attention, especially if you regularly travel this route.

Assessment and Plan
Earlier today, Selectboard Chair Peeker Heffernan and Public Works Foreman Eric Cota conducted an on-site assessment of the slope failure. Due to the severity of the landslide and its close proximity to the road, they have determined that immediate action is necessary to ensure public safety and maintain access to our pedestrian-friendly village center.

Repair Timeline
Repair efforts will begin immediately on Monday morning, led by Peeker Heffernan working alongside our Public Works Department.

What This Means For You
– Traffic Impact: Please expect delays and possible detours on West Street beginning Monday
– Access to Businesses: Martin’s Hardware and other nearby businesses will remain open, though access may be temporarily adjusted
– Safety Concerns: Please avoid the area directly across from Martin’s Hardware and observe all posted safety barriers

This slope failure comes after our recent spring weather patterns and is being addressed swiftly to minimize disruption to our community’s daily activities and to ensure continued safe access to our downtown area for residents and visitors alike.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this issue promptly.

For any urgent questions or concerns, please contact the Town Office at (802) 453-2410.

📨 Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
🏘️ Town of Bristol
✉️ townadmin@bristolvt.org

Waterline work on Fitch Ave. has been postponed to Tuesday, May 20. Water Operator crews will be working throughout the day from 8:30 AM to approximately 5:00 PM.

Please expect:
• Single lane traffic
• Possible water service interruption
• Increased noise in the area

Plan alternate routes if possible and allow extra travel time if you must use Fitch Ave. Residents may want to store water for drinking and basic needs.

For emergency questions, contact Vermont Utility Management Service (VTUMS) at (802) 377-2316. We appreciate your patience as we improve our infrastructure.

📨 Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
🏘️ Town of Bristol
✉️ townadmin@bristolvt.org

The Town of Bristol seeks qualified professionals to provide planning and design services for sidewalk improvements along the corridor between Holley Hall and 49 West Street. The existing sidewalk in this area is inconsistent, with some portions containing established pedestrian infrastructure while other sections lack any sidewalk installation. This discontinuity presents safety concerns and limits accessibility for pedestrians.

As shown in the attached site photographs, the current conditions vary significantly throughout
the segments. The goal of this project is to study the feasibility of a continuous, ADA-compliant
sidewalk that enhances pedestrian safety, accessibility, and connectivity within the downtown
area.

The selected firm will collaborate with the Town Administrator, Planning and Zoning
Administrator, and Public Works Foreman throughout the study. The scoping process should
consider all potential risks and solutions.

Bid Attachments:
West Street Sidewalk Improvement Scoping Study RFP

Final Submission must be received no later than 4 pm, Wednesday, June 4, 2025.

Send by email with “West Street Sidewalk Improvement Scoping Study” in the subject line to:

Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
Town of Bristol
townadmin@bristolvt.org

The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status.

The Town of Bristol seeks proposals to restore the front entry steps and landing for the Lawrence Memorial Library building. Additionally, the proposal should address whether the remaining elements of the porch and stairs – stringers, railings, and columns – should be repaired or replaced. We welcome your professional judgment on the best approach for finishing the porch and stairs.

The Lawrence Memorial Library, located at 40 North St, Bristol, VT 05443, is a classical revival style building, constructed in 1911. The building is a single-story wood-frame structure with a hipped, clear-span roof of slate shingles, wood clapboard exterior, and stone foundation. It has a fully occupied basement and modern rear addition, which includes vertical circulation components of stairs and a lift.

Bid Attachments:
Lawrence_Memorial_Library_Porch_Restoration_RFP

Final Submission must be received no later than noon, Friday, May 23, 2025.

Please submit proposals as a PDF or Word document with “Lawrence Memorial Library Porch Restoration” in the subject line to:

Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
Town of Bristol
townadmin@bristolvt.org

The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status.

The Town of Bristol seeks proposals from qualified engineering firms to conduct a scoping study for the Mountain Street drainage system. The objective is to evaluate engineering, environmental, feasibility, and/or benefit-cost analyses to identify and assess solutions that will prevent future flooding, disruptions, and property damage in the project area.

This section of Mountain Street, located near the elementary school and Spring Street, has experienced increased stormwater runoff due to more frequent and intense weather events. The existing 2-foot inlet has been consistently overwhelmed, causing water to flow down Mountain and Spring Streets, resulting in property damage and infrastructure impacts.

The selected firm will collaborate with the Town Administrator and Public Works Foreman throughout the study. The scoping process should consider all potential risks and solutions.

Bid Attachments:
Mountain_Street_Scoping_RFP_2025-04-16_web.pdf

Final Submission must be received no later than 12:00 pm, Friday, May 30, 2025.

Send by email with “Mountain Street Stormwater Improvement Scoping Study” in the subject line to:

Ian Albinson, Interim Town Administrator
Town of Bristol
townadmin@bristolvt.org

The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status.

The Town of Bristol, located in Central Vermont’s Addison County, is seeking highly motivated candidates for the Town Administrator position to oversee our vibrant community’s daily operations. Reporting to the Selectboard, this role is pivotal in driving policy implementation, budget management, and departmental oversight to deliver high-quality, cost-effective town services.

We seek an individual with strong business and financial management skills to manage daily operations, supervise Town employees, administer a budget of approximately $3 million, and ensure compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations. This position also requires economic development, project management, strategic planning, and municipal processes expertise.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business, political science, or equivalent professional qualifications or experience (a master’s is preferred but not required) and has 3-5 years of leadership experience in municipal government or similar roles.

A detailed job description is available HERE.

Salary is commensurate with experience starting at $72,500.  Excellent benefits package.

The position is advertised until filled.  To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a resume, and three references by November 30, 2024 to townadmin@bristolvt.org or send by mail to:

Bristol Town Administrator Search
Town of Bristol, PO Box 249, Bristol, VT 05443

• Detailed Job Description

The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS

BRISTOL SELECTBOARD

PROPOSED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN

August 12 and August 26, 2024

The Bristol Selectboard will hold hybrid public hearing on Monday, August 12, 2024, on the preliminary Bristol Capital Improvement Plan for FY2025-FY2030.   Another hybrid public hearing will be held Monday, August 26, 2024 to consider adoption of the CIP pursuant to 24 V.S.A. §4430 and 24 V.S.A. 4443.  The meetings will begin at 6:30pm and the hearings would be on the agenda around 7:00pm. 

The Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes the budget for the current FY2025 year and a program for the subsequent five years (FY2026-FY2030) that identifies the Town of Bristol’s priority capital funding needs, a recommended financing schedule, and possible sources of funds.  The CIP pertains to the entire geographic area of the Town of Bristol and contains the following sections:

1. Purpose
2. Project Scheduling and Choice of Financing
3. Bristol Town Plan Highlights
4. Recent Capital Improvements and Investments
5. Project Descriptions
6. Impact on Municipal Tax Rates

The proposed Bristol Capital Improvement Plan will be available on Bristol’s Web site at www.bristolvt.org and can be viewed or obtained at the Bristol Town Office Monday–Thursday, 8:00am – 4:30pm.

To join the Zoom meeting:
Meeting ID: 879 1281 0018

Passcode: 619003

Join meeting by phone:  1 (646) 558-8656

For more information, please contact Town Administrator Valerie Capels at townadmin@bristolvt.org or call (802) 453-2410.

The draft plan can be downloaded HERE.

The Town of Bristol is requesting proposals from qualified, licensed, and certified reappraisal contractors to complete a town-wide reappraisal.  The selected contractor shall be responsible for all aspects of the reappraisal process including a thorough analysis of the local real estate market, review of the existing Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal (CAMA) data and the development of computer models for estimating the fair market value of all property parcels located in the Town of Bristol.

A detailed copy of the Request for Proposals may be obtained by contacting the Bristol Listers office by phone at (802) 453-2410 ext. 3, by email at lister@bristolvt.org, or by downloading it HERE.

Proposals will be accepted until 11:00am, Thursday, September 19, 2024, either in paper or electronic form.  If by paper, please either hand-deliver or mail at least one reproducible copy of the proposal to:

Town of Bristol Lister’s Office

                               P. O. Box 249, 1 South Street

                               Bristol, VT 05443

If by e-mail, please send to lister@bristolvt.org.  Include “Town of Bristol Reappraisal Proposal” on the envelope or in the e-mail subject line.       

A pre-bid meeting will held Thursday, August 29, 2024. This post will be updated when a time has been determined.           

Detailed Scope of Work  

Questions? Contact the Listers Office at (802)-453-2410 ext. 3 or send an e-mail to lister@bristolvt.org.

The Town of Bristol is an equal opportunity provider and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, income, or familial status.

2023 Bristol Water Quality Report