Lake Elmore, Vermont Public Records

The Lamoille County Superior Court plays a crucial role in upholding the rule of law and ensuring the fair administration of justice for the residents of Lake Elmore and the surrounding Lamoille County region.

The Lamoille County Clerk's Office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing ample opportunities for residents to obtain the necessary public records related to their properties or land holdings in Lake Elmore.

Major employers in the Lake Elmore area include the Elmore State Park, which provides seasonal employment opportunities, as well as local businesses catering to the tourism industry, such as restaurants, lodging establishments, and outdoor recreation outfitters. The town's picturesque landscapes, access to the lake, and ample outdoor activities make it a popular destination, contributing significantly to the local economy and the well-being of the Lake Elmore community.

The Lake Elmore community is served by the Lamoille County Sheriff's Department, which is headquartered at 53 Harrel Street in the town of Hyde Park. This law enforcement agency is responsible for providing public safety and law enforcement services to the residents of Lake Elmore and the surrounding Lamoille County area. Residents can contact the sheriff's department at (802) 888-3502 to report emergencies, non-emergency incidents, or to inquire about ongoing investigations or public records related to law enforcement activities in the Lake Elmore region. The department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, ensuring the continuous protection and security of the local community.

The office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, allowing residents to conveniently obtain the necessary documentation related to their personal and family history. Additionally, the Elmore Town Clerk's Office, situated at 1 Main Street in Lake Elmore, can provide guidance and assistance with accessing certain vital records specific to the local community.

Local entrepreneurs and business owners can visit the department's website at lamoillecountyvt.gov/planning or call (802) 888-6378 to obtain the necessary information and guidance for starting, operating, or expanding their businesses in Lake Elmore. The department is open Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, providing valuable resources and support to the town's thriving business community.

Lake Elmore voters are served by the Elmore Town Clerk's Office at 400 VT Route 12, Lake Elmore, VT 05657 (phone: 802-888-2638), which administers voter registration, maintains the checklist of registered voters, and conducts all elections within the town. Vermont offers online voter registration through the Secretary of State's website at https://olvr.vermont.gov, where eligible residents can register or update their information up to the day before an election (Vermont allows same-day voter registration at the polls with proof of residency). To register, Vermont residents must be U.S. citizens, at least 18 years old by election day, and residents of Vermont. No photo ID is required to register or vote in Vermont. Lake Elmore, as an unincorporated village within the town of Elmore, does not hold separate municipal elections for a mayor or village council. Governance is provided by the Elmore Selectboard (typically 3-5 members elected on staggered terms) and other town officers elected at the annual Town Meeting held on the first Tuesday in March each year, following traditional Vermont direct democracy practice where residents gather to vote on the town budget, elect officers, and decide local policy questions. The next Town Meeting Day will be March 2, 2027. Lake Elmore residents vote at the Elmore Town Hall located at 400 VT Route 12; polling place assignments can be confirmed by contacting the Town Clerk or checking https://mvp.vermont.gov for the statewide My Voter Page which shows registration status and polling location. Vermont's public records law makes voter checklists (registration lists) publicly available through town clerks, though personal information like Social Security numbers and birth dates are redacted. Campaign finance reports for state and federal candidates are searchable through the Vermont Secretary of State at https://campaignfinance.vermont.gov, while local candidate filings for town offices are maintained by the town clerk. In the November 2024 presidential election, Lamoille County reported approximately 64% voter turnout with around 15,800 ballots cast from approximately 24,700 registered voters; detailed precinct-level results are available through the Vermont Secretary of State's election results page at https://electionresults.vermont.gov. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Lake Elmore and Lamoille County voters will decide several significant races: Vermont does not have a U.S. Senate seat up in 2026 (Sanders and Welch terms expire in different years), but voters will elect Vermont's single U.S. House Representative, the Governor (four-year term, last elected 2024, so not up in 2026 unless this changes), Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, Treasurer, Auditor, and state legislative seats for the Vermont House and Senate. Lamoille County voters elect county-level positions including State's Attorney, Sheriff (though some are appointed), and Assistant Judges. Town of Elmore positions are elected at March Town Meeting rather than November general elections. Vermont offers no-excuse absentee voting; any registered voter may request an absentee ballot by contacting their town clerk by mail, phone, email, or in person. Early absentee voting begins 45 days before an election, and completed ballots must be received by the town clerk by 7:00 PM on election day. Vermont mails absentee ballot applications to all active registered voters before major elections. Track your absentee ballot status through the My Voter Page at https://mvp.vermont.gov.