Eden, Vermont Public Records

The staff at the Lamoille County Clerk's Office is dedicated to providing efficient and accurate assistance to those seeking public records related to real estate, taxation, and other local government functions.

Major employers in the town include the Eden Central School, which serves as an educational and community hub, as well as businesses related to tourism, hospitality, and the outdoor recreation sector. The town's economic diversity and entrepreneurial spirit continue to drive growth and prosperity in this thriving Lamoille County community.

Public safety in the town of Eden is overseen by the Eden Police Department, headquartered at 71 Eden Mills Road. This local law enforcement agency is responsible for responding to emergency calls, investigating crimes, and maintaining order within the community. Residents can contact the Eden Police Department to report incidents, request assistance, or access information about local crime statistics and law enforcement initiatives. The department works closely with the Lamoille County Sheriff's Office and Vermont State Police to coordinate regional public safety efforts and ensure the well-being of all individuals living in or visiting the Eden area.

Eden voters are served by the Lamoille County Clerk's Office, which administers elections countywide from 89 Main Street, Suite 5, Hyde Park, VT 05655, phone (802) 888-2207. However, local election administration for Eden occurs through the Eden Town Clerk at 71 Old Schoolhouse Road, Eden, VT 05652 (phone 802-635-2528), where residents register to vote and obtain ballots. Vermont offers online voter registration at olvr.vermont.gov, where eligible citizens can register or update their information. The deadline to register is the day before Election Day for online registration, though Vermont also permits same-day voter registration at the polls with proof of residency. Acceptable ID includes a valid driver's license, utility bill, bank statement, or other government document showing name and Eden address. Eden holds annual Town Meeting on the first Tuesday in March, a traditional form of direct democracy where residents vote on town budgets, elect local officials including selectboard members, and decide local issues. Municipal elections in Eden do not include a mayor, as the town operates under selectboard governance with typically three to five board members serving staggered terms. The next Town Meeting will be March 4, 2025, with local officers elected at that time. Polling for Eden residents occurs at the Eden Town Office, 71 Old Schoolhouse Road. Voters can confirm their polling location and registration status at mvp.vermont.gov. Under Vermont law (17 V.S.A. § 2367), voter checklists are public records available for inspection, though use is restricted to election-related purposes. Campaign finance records for state and federal candidates are accessible through the Vermont Secretary of State's office at sos.vermont.gov. Local candidate filings for town positions are maintained by the Town Clerk. Precinct-level election results for Eden are posted at the town office and reported to the Secretary of State after each election. In the November 2024 general election, Lamoille County reported approximately 67% voter turnout, with Eden's participation rate typically matching or slightly exceeding the county average due to the town's civic engagement tradition. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Eden and Lamoille County voters will decide several key races. Vermont's gubernatorial election will be held, as the governor serves a two-year term. All of Vermont's 150 state House seats and 30 state Senate seats will be on the ballot, with Eden voting for representatives in the Lamoille-Washington-1 district. Vermont's single U.S. House seat will also be contested. Additionally, county-level positions including Lamoille County Sheriff and potentially county prosecutor positions may appear on the ballot depending on term expirations. Vermont offers early voting by mail (absentee voting) without requiring an excuse. Voters can request an absentee ballot by contacting the Eden Town Clerk by phone, in writing, or in person. Applications are available at sos.vermont.gov/elections and must be received by the town clerk no later than the day before the election. Voted ballots must be received by 7:00 PM on Election Day to be counted.