Akley Road Closure for Box Culvert Replacement
The road is expected to remain closed at the project location starting Sept. 8 through the remainder of the month.
U.S. Route 5 Upcoming Day Work
UPDATE: It was originally anticipated that this work would begin the day after Labor Day but that has been changed to later in September.
Paving Updates – August 28, 2026
Labor Day is next weekend and crews will be off the road from 6 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4 until 7 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8 in observance of the Holiday.
Request for Proposals: Municipal Solid Waste Services
The Town is accepting proposals from companies experienced with the collection and proper disposal of residential municipal solid waste services along with the collection and processing of recyclables.
Oak Grove Corridor Paving Project Begins August 10
Construction activities will take place Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. No on-street parking will be permitted on the streets actively being worked on.
View Public Works Projects on an Interactive Map
The Brattleboro Department of Public Works has published an interactive map to help the public track the progress of various projects happening in 2026.
Boil Water Notice Lifted for All Affected Areas
Public Works is notifying residents and businesses that the precautionary boil water notice issued following the recent water main breaks has now been lifted for all affected areas.
Boil Water Notice Issued for Select Areas
The Town of Brattleboro has issued a precautionary boil water notice for residents listed below following a water main break on the primary water lines on Green Street and Pine Street.
Water Main Break Near Intersection of Green/High Streets and Fuller Drive
The Brattleboro Department of Public Works is responding to a water main break near the intersection of High and Green streets as well as Fuller Drive.
Paving Updates – August 21, 2026
No Interstate 91, Exit 3 closures will be necessary for the remainder of the project.
Paving Updates – August 7, 2026
The latest round of updates from VTrans includes information for the week of August 9.
Community Connection Night Rescheduled to Aug. 5
Due to rain in the forecast, the Town of Brattleboro has rescheduled Community Connection Night to Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Exit 3 Closures on July 28-31; Paving Updates
Interstate 91 Exit 3 on- and off-ramps are scheduled to be closed from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. on July 28 to 31.
Church Street Retaining Wall Project Begins July 28
During construction, the eastbound (downhill) lane of Church Street will be closed to all through traffic.
Interstate 91 Exit 3: Upcoming Closures
Interstate 91 Exit 3 on- and off-ramps are scheduled to be closed from 12 a.m. to 5 a.m. across several dates in July.
Changes Coming to Brattleboro Waste Collection on July 6
After extensive negotiations, the Town has signed a new contract for trash and recycling collection, and will launch a town-owned compost program starting July 6, 2026.
Closures at Moreland, Oak Grove Avenue
The Highway Division will be replacing failed drainage lines on Moreland Avenue on July 9 and on Oak Grove Avenue on July 10.
Road Closure Notice: Bridge Street and Depot Street
To accommodate the Amtrak event, Bridge & Depot Streets will close from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Paving Project Updates – June 19, 2026
Crews will work overnight Friday, June 26 to Saturday, June 27 on U.S. Route 5 and Vermont Route 9.
Paving Project Updates – June 5, 2026
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing regular updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Town Offices Closed on Memorial Day
In observance of Memorial Day, all Brattleboro Town offices will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026, with the exception of emergency services.
Oak Grove Avenue to Close on May 15
Oak Grove Avenue will be closed from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. for sewer line repair. Motorists should plan alternative routes.
Temporary Closure on Flat Street on April 29
Flat Street will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, April 29, from 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., between the intersection of Flat and Main and the entrance of the Latchis parking lot.
Brattleboro Named a Bike-Friendly Community
The Town of Brattleboro was recently awarded a bronze-level Bicycle-Friendly Community designation from the League of American Bicyclists.
Paving Project Updates for April 20-24
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing regular updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Guilford Street Closure Due to Tree Down
Guilford Street is closed between the intersection of Maple Street and the entrance to the Small Fry field due to a tree on the wires.
Guilford Street Extension Road Closure on April 16
As a result, Guilford Street Extension will be fully closed to all traffic between house numbers #773 and #821 from 8:30 a.m. until no later than 1 p.m. The road may reopen earlier if work is completed ahead of schedule.
Spring 2026 Water Main Flushing Schedule
Customers are asked to check the flushing schedule closely as flushing may cause water discoloration, low water pressure, and, in some areas, intervals of no water.
Traffic Advisory for Downtown Brattleboro on March 28
Travelers to Brattleboro should be advised that on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from approximately 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., an organization plans to conduct a march in the downtown area.
VTrans to Resume Paving Work on Route 5 Starting April 6
Construction is scheduled to resume on U.S. Route 5 from Brattleboro to Putney on Monday, April 6, 2026, during daytime hours.
Guilford Street Road Closure on March 24
Guilford Street will be completely closed to all traffic between house numbers #773 and #821 between 7:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Water Main Break on Main Street
DPW is responding to a water main break on Main Street between High Street and Grove Street.
Solid Waste Collection Updates
Learn about the latest updates regarding the Town's solid waste collection program.
Track Road Conditions This Mud Season
Public Works will be reporting on road conditions using an online map and road signage.
Traffic Lights at Lower Main Street Flashing
The traffic lights on lower Main Street at the intersections with Canal Street and Vernon Street are not cycling properly, and repairs are anticipated on March 9.
Overnight Snow Removal Planned for Uncovered Parking Lots
Snow and ice will be removed from the uncovered parking lots in Brattleboro’s downtown area starting around midnight tonight and into the early morning hours.
Winter Storm Warning in Effect Feb. 22-23
A winter storm is expected to impact the Brattleboro area beginning during the late night hours of Sunday, Feb. 22 and continuing through Monday, Feb. 23, 2026.
Traffic Restrictions on Linden Street on Feb. 12
Motorists should expect lane restrictions, potential delays, and alternating one-way traffic in the work zone.
Additional Overnight Snow Removal Tonight
Snow will be removed from Canal Street, Oak Street, Chapin Street, and Western Avenue tonight, Jan. 28, 2026, starting at 11 p.m.
Central Street Work Continues into Jan. 28
Central Street will be closed again between Washington Street and Highland Street on Jan. 28 between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m.
Overnight Snow Removal Tonight
Snow and ice will be removed from streets and uncovered parking lots in Brattleboro tonight, Jan. 27, 2026, starting at 11 p.m.
Central Street Closure on Jan. 27
On Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, Central Street will be closed between Washington Street and Highland Street while the Utilities Division makes sewer repairs.
Winter Weather Advisory [Updated Jan. 26]
The Town of Brattleboro is preparing for very cold temperatures this weekend and urges all community members to take necessary precautions.
Overnight Snow Removal Planned for Downtown Parking Lots
Snow will be removed from the uncovered parking lots in Brattleboro’s downtown area starting around midnight tonight and into the early morning hours.
Ames Hill Road Closure on Jan. 12
Ames Hill Road will be closed in the area of 694 for several hours while Green Mountain Power crews replace a broken utility pole.
Schedule Updates for Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026
While Town offices will be closed, Rec & Parks will be offering programming on Jan. 19, 2026.
South Main Street Partial Closure on Jan. 6
South Main Street will be closed between Oak Grove Avenue and Pine Street on Jan. 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Putney Road Reopens to Traffic Following Closure
Putney Road has reopened to both north and southbound traffic following the closure that occurred during the afternoon hours of Dec. 31, 2025.
Overnight On-Street Snow Removal Scheduled for Dec. 30 Starting at 11 p.m.
Snow and ice will be cleared from select streets in Brattleboro on Dec. 30, starting at 11 p.m. Vehicles parked along the affected streets must be removed or they may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Overnight Snow Removal Planned for Downtown Parking Lots
Vehicles parked in the downtown lots must be removed tonight or they may be towed at the owner’s expense.
