Local Office Candidates

Descriptions

Lister: The Lister appraises properties in town to determine their value for property tax purposes. This role requires someone who can be polite but firm, and who can handle criticism without taking it personally. 17 V.S.A. § 2646(5); 2651c

Moderator: The Moderator leads the annual and special town meetings. This role is best suited for someone with a good sense of humor, strong group-facilitation skills, and experience using Robert's Rules of Order. 17 V.S.A. § 2646(1)

Selectboard Member: The Selectboard is a five-member volunteer board that oversees the general operations of the town. It adopts ordinances, bylaws, and policies; manages town property; hires the Town Manager; appoints residents to boards and committees; and oversees all town roads, including laying out, reclassifying, and discontinuing them. It also serves as the local Board of Health, the Liquor Control Commission, and participates on the Board of Abatement and the Board of Civil Authority. Members should know the town well, understand complex issues from multiple perspectives, and have very thick skin.. 17 V.S.A. § 2646(4); 17 V.S.A. § 2649

Town Clerk: The town clerk records, preserves, and certifies the town’s public records. The clerk issues dog, marriage, and liquor licenses, provides notary services and runs all local and federal elections. The clerk also serves as the clerk to the board of civil authority and board of abatement. The person in this position should have exceptional patience and serve as a positive ambassador for the town. 17 V.S.A. § 2646(2); 2651e

Town Treasurer: The town treasurer manages the town’s financial accounts, invests town funds and pays all bills and obligations as authorized. The treasurer also collects all current property taxes. This role requires someone who is very precise, detail-oriented, and strong in math 17 V.S.A. § 2646(3); 2651f

Trustee of Public Funds: The Trustee of Public Funds manages, invests, and reports on the real and personal property that the town holds in trust. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys and feels comfortable with investment decisions.17 V.S.A. § 2646(12); 24 V.S.A. § 2431 et seq.

Descriptions

School Director: General supervision and control over school district; enacts policies for school district; oversees school property and personnel; prepares, presents and manages budget. Should know the community well, be able to understand all sides of complex issues, and have very thick skin.16 V.S.A. § 491, 16 V.S.A. § 492

Moderator: The Moderator leads the annual and special school meetings. This role is best suited for someone with a good sense of humor, strong group-facilitation skills, and experience using Robert's Rules of Order.   16 V.S.A. § 493

Clerk: The clerk records, preserves, and certifies the school’s public records and runs all school elections. The person in this position should have exceptional patience and serve as a positive ambassador for the school.  16 V.S.A. § 491, 16 V.S.A. § 492

Treasurer: The treasurer manages the school’s financial accounts and pays all bills and obligations as authorized. This role requires someone who is very precise, detail-oriented, and strong in math.  16 V.S.A. § 491, 16 V.S.A. § 492

If you’d like to run for a town or school office, you’ll need to submit two forms:

1. Nominating Petition

• Must be signed by at least 30 registered voters in Morristown.
• The petition must clearly list:
  • The office you are running for, and
  • The length of the term (for example, “Lister – 3 years”).
• Your name must appear on the petition exactly as it appears on the voter checklist.

2. Consent of Candidate Form

• This form confirms that you agree to have your name placed on the ballot.
• Your name will appear on the ballot exactly as it appears on this form.

Monday, January 26, 2026, by 5:00 PM.  

Both the Nominating Petition and Consent of Candidate must be filed with the Town Clerk’s Office - 43 Portland Street, Morrisville, VT 05661