Shelburne’s Town Manager Steps Down | Burlington News

Burlington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Shelburne’s longtime town manager, Matt Lawless, is stepping down after three years to be closer to his family in Virginia — a move he says was necessary to balance personal and professional life. His resignation was handled amicably, with possible overlap until March 2027. The selectboard praises his leadership, crediting him for the town’s progress, and is already launching a thorough search for his replacement, expecting it to take months. Lawless, who even dressed as Thomas Jefferson at a local event, leaves behind a strong team ready to keep things running smoothly. Listen in comfort:Get…