Kirby Aftermath

The aroma from the potluck in Kirby was semi distracting but residents kept their eye on the prize and got to work on the future outlook of their town.


A 15% decrease was made to the school budget of Kirby and for the first time in seven years the budget will be below the million-dollar mark.

Residents have the choice to send their children to area schools. People spoke out against some school related bills that are being voted on in Montpelier. Senate Bill 44 and House Bill 170 are critical to resident's choice of schooling.  

Aside from the school news, the towns selectboard will have a new member. Steven Baker, a kirby resident for 24 years, is a former member of the zoning commission and received strong support for his new job securing 34 votes.

In a blink of the eye the towns $357,000 budget was passed. To close out the day John McClaughry, town mediator, closed the meeting for the 45^th time in his life.