A Community Effort
Randolph is set to join Vermont’s growing electric vehicle (EV) network with the installation of new DC fast chargers in the municipal parking lot beside Town Hall. This project is made possible through a combination of federal NEVI dollars, state investments, and private sector matching funds, including those from Norwich EV, which ensures Randolph is connected to the statewide push for clean transportation. The work will be carried out by Norwich EV, with thanks to Berrett Walter, Project Manager, for guiding the installation process.
Ian Treadway, Designer for GMP, Letitia Rydjeski, Randolph resident, Letitia's son, Berrett Walter, Project Manager, Norwich EV
Most importantly, this project could not have moved forward without the extraordinary generosity of neighbor Letitia Rydjeski, who granted Green Mountain Power (GMP) an easement to direct electricity to the site. Two other EV projects in Randolph were unable to be completed due to similar challenges, making Letitia’s contribution all the more meaningful. Thanks also to Ian Treadway, Designer for GMP, whose creativity helped fit the project into the desired location.
Fast-Charging Technology and Local Impact
The station will feature four DC fast chargers, each capable of delivering up to 180kW of power. This technology allows EV drivers to add hundreds of miles of range in under an hour, making Randolph a convenient stop for residents, commuters, and travelers alike. By meeting national NEVI standards, the chargers ensure reliability, accessibility, and speed—critical factors in reducing range anxiety and encouraging broader EV adoption across Vermont.
This project also builds directly on the priorities set forth in the Randolph Region Re-Energized (R3) process five years ago. At that time, community members identified EV charging stations as a key step toward making Randolph a hub for electric transportation, alongside goals like energy efficiency, downtown revitalization, and visitor attraction. Today’s installation honors the vision and hard work of those residents who participated in R3, ensuring Randolph continues to grow responsibly while embracing clean energy.
Local leaders see this as a long-awaited milestone. “This project has been a long time coming,” said State Representative Larry Satcowitz, who also serves on the Randolph Selectboard. “The town has been working for years to get these much-needed chargers in place. It’s critical public infrastructure that’s been missing from our downtown.”
Beyond its environmental and economic benefits, the station also highlights Randolph’s unique location. Downtown sits just a couple of miles from Interstate 89, making it an easy detour for travelers. Instead of waiting at a highway rest stop, EV drivers can step off the route and spend time in a genuine rural Vermont town.
“We know we’ll need more charging stations downtown to meet the growing demand, but this is a good start,” said Mark Rosalbo, Randolph’s Economic Development Director. “There’s real joy in taking an hour or so to check out what Randolph has to offer—whether it’s grabbing a meal, visiting a gallery, or strolling through our welcoming downtown. This project helps make that possible.”