Updates from Vermont Rural Water
Water/Sewer Bill Assistance
The State of Vermont is currently offering several programs to help customers pay their water and sewer bills.
Water Heroes: Elizabeth Walker
Elizabeth Walker retired from Vermont Rural Water after 45 years in the water/wastewater industry.
Water Heroes: Pete Krolczyk
Pete Krolczyk is retiring as Chief Operator of the Waterbury wastewater plant, which is being renamed the ‘Peter S. Krolczyk WWTP’ in his honor.
2022 Water Professionals Appreciation Day
Join us on Friday, July 8 at Smugglers’ Notch Resort for a free lunch and a friendly disc golf tournament.
Water Heroes: New Operators
Meet some of Vermont’s newest water and wastewater operators. This is the next generation of water professionals, who will serve their communities, protect public health, and tackle new challenges like emerging contaminants and climate change.
Water Heroes: Tom Coates
Tom Coates is retiring after 35 years at the Quechee Wastewater Treatment Facility. “I am going to miss the people I have worked with over the years,” Tom said.
Remembering Tim Mills
On February 21, the water sector in Vermont lost a long time operator and friend, Tim Mills. Tim worked at the Town of Bethel for 35 years.
KN95 Masks Available
Employees of water and wastewater systems can get 10 KN95 masks for free.
Low Income Household Water Assistance Program
The Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) helps eligible Vermont households pay their water and wastewater bills.
IIJA Infrastructure Funding
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) will provide $63 million to Vermont’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) in 2022.