City Manager Out, Rates Rise, New Fire Truck Approved | Montpelier News

Montpelier News Today | 2 Min New | The Daily News Now! · Jul 15, 2026 · 1m

Barre’s outgoing City Manager Nicolas Storellicastro is stepping down after four years of service, praised by the mayor and council for navigating major floods and leading key initiatives — including firefighter union negotiations and flood recovery buyouts. Though no acting manager was named at the council meeting, Mayor Lauzon plans a special session soon. The search for a permanent replacement is already underway, with a goal to make an offer by September. Meanwhile, the council approved a 15% hike on usage-based water/sewer rates (plus 3% on base rates) to cover funding gaps, authorized a…