Several Hardwick Elementary classrooms are currently closed due to PCB contamination.

Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are a group of human-made chemicals that were commonly used in building materials and electrical equipment before 1980.

In order to reopen and fully utilize the classroom space at Hardwick Elementary School, a remediation project with an estimated cost of $1.2 million is necessary. Because this remediation work will result in reduced energy costs for the school, Article 6 refers to "energy efficiency upgrades" in order to qualify for favorable interest rates. The proposed Mountain View Union FY26 budget includes an anticipated bond payment of $135,000 which is based on a 10-year bond to fund the work.

When you go to vote at the polls on Tuesday, March 4, this is what you will see on the ballot:

Article 6.

The Mountain View Union Elementary School District school board proposes to incur bonded indebtedness for the purpose of necessary energy efficiency improvements at Hardwick Elementary School at the estimated total project cost of $1,200,000.00. The School Construction Aid Program is currently under suspension by the Vermont State Legislature. Therefore, 100% percent of the project shall be built at school district cost without State participation. State funds may not be available at the time this project is otherwise eligible to receive State school construction aid. The district is responsible for all costs incurred in connection with any borrowing done in anticipation of State school construction aid.

Shall the bonds of the Mountain View Union Elementary School District in an amount not to exceed $1,200,000.00 be issued for the purpose of necessary energy efficiency improvements at Hardwick Elementary School?

We encourage all those eligible to get out to the polls and vote on Town Meeting Day, Tuesday, March 4, 2025!

Check out our FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) here.

Join us at the Public Informational Meeting on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about the Bond and Project.

This meeting immediately follows the Annual School District meeting at 6 p.m. Both meetings are at the Hardwick Elementary School Gymnasium, 135 South Main Street​. Hardwick, VT 05843.