I’m a historian who studies Vermont history, and who has researched and written about a little bit of everything. My personal research interests are in military and equestrian history.

My husband and I fell in love with our house in Barre City in 2015, and have worked on it together since then.

In 2018, I founded a small online business that builds on my love of horses, which has grown every year since then.

I’ve always found a way to give back to whatever community I’m part of. I’ve served on boards, volunteered, and contributed to organizations like Pony Club, Destination Imagination, and more.

• Barre City Representative to the CV Fiber Governing Board
• Vice Chair, Board of Civil Authority (past Chair)
• Board member, Central Vermont Adult Education
• Board member, Barre Salvation Army Advisory Council
• Founding Chair, Barre Up Flood Recovery Group
• Barre City “Extra Mile” Citizen Awardee (2023)
• Vice Chair, Planning Commission (2020-2023)
• Graduate, Vermont Leadership Institute from the Snelling Center for Government (2023)
• Chair, City Manager Search Task Force (2021-2022)
  

“I've known Amanda Gustin for years; she's smart, practical, and more importantly than anything else, deeply involved in Barre City. From leading the volunteer response to the 2023 flood to offering a helping hand to her neighbors, Amanda is exactly the kind of person we need on the City Council. I couldn't be more proud to endorse Amanda in being my partner representing Ward 2 on the City Council.”

• Ward 2 City Councilor Teddy Waszazak

"Amanda Gustin’s leadership has served Barre City well for years. She has proven to be instrumental in navigating our community through the challenges of flood recovery and so much more. It is my great honor to endorse her candidacy for City Council.”

• Barre City State Representative Jonathan Williams
  

“I have seldom met a community leader as well-prepared, and even-tempered as Amanda Gustin. She will surely represent Ward 2 with pride and distinction.”

• Barre City State Representative Peter Anthony
  

Amanda Gustin is a conscientious, hardworking supporter of Barre City who would make a wonderful addition to the City Council. I urge Ward 2 voters to support her.

• Former Barre City State Representative Tommy Walz
  

Amanda has a record of service to the Barre community and has been at the forefront of our flood recovery efforts. She is dedicated to Barre’s economic prosperity and wants a better future for all of our residents. As a Councilor she will work hard to see that future comes to life. Amanda is a positive, dedicated leader who is just the kind of person we need on City Council.

• Former State Treasurer Beth Pearce
  

Communication & Feedback

Your voice matters, and I’ll make sure it’s heard at City Council. It’s important for everyone to know how the City is planning for their neighborhoods and for the future. It’s just as important that citizen feedback is part of that process.

Responsible & Balanced Spending

It‘s possible to invest in the future without overtaxing the present, and we need to find a thoughtful balance.

Resilient Flood Recovery

We can build back stronger, together. We know that Barre needs smart planning to understand its rivers, build more resilient housing, and be ready for future disasters.

Planning for the Future Together

Barre City has an incredible future ahead. The way we get there is as a community, together. We can do so much to build connection, strengthen neighborhoods, and invest in people.