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Town Offices Closed for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
In observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, all Town offices will be closed on Oct. 13, with the exception of emergency services.
Paving Project Updates for Oct. 14-18
Due to the holiday weekend, no work will occur after 6 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, 2025, until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025.
Town Matters Episode 53
"Town Matters," the Town of Brattleboro's podcast, summarizes Selectboard meetings so you can quickly catch up on local government.
Presentation: Western Avenue Intersection Study
This presentation has been rescheduled to Oct. 9 at 6 p.m.
Paving Project Updates for Oct. 5-11
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Abbott Road Closure on Oct. 2
A full road closure will be in effect between the Ames Hill intersection to 541 Abbott Road on Thursday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 1, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025, at 4 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom. There will be no livestream for this meeting.
Paving Project Updates for Sept. 28 to Oct. 4
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Cultural Plan Launch Event on Oct. 14
You're invited to celebrate the launch of the new Collaborative Cultural Plan for Southeast Vermont: Arts, Culture and Creative Economy.
Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 24, 2025
Please note that this meeting begins at 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24.
Paving Project Updates for Sept. 22-27
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Burn Ban Back in Effect Starting Sept. 3
Due to current weather conditions and an increased risk of wildfires, a burn ban is now in effect for the Town of Brattleboro until further notice.
Outdoor Tennis, Pickleball Courts Closed for Construction
The tennis and pickleball courts at Living Memorial Park will be closed for construction beginning Aug. 25. Indoor courts will be available at select times.
Rec & Parks Fall 2025 Sports & Events
Rec & Parks will be offering youth soccer, flag football, field hockey, gymnastics and more!
Town Matters Episode 52
The Brattleboro Selectboard launches the FY27 budget discussion and discusses the charter, parking, and much more during a packed September schedule.
South Street Drainage Work
A full road closure will be in effect in this area on Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Paving Project Updates for Sept. 15-20
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro. View the latest update here.
Finance Dept. Temporarily Closed on Sept. 16
The Finance Department will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, Sept. 16 from 1-2:30 p.m.
FY27 Budget Listening Session
The Brattleboro Selectboard will kick off the FY27 budget process with a listening session at Brooks Memorial Library on Sept. 11 at 6:15 p.m.
Assessor's Office to Close Sept. 11 & 12
The Office of Assessment will be closed starting at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 11 and all day on Friday, Sept. 12 to attend a conference.
Update on Williams Street Retaining Wall Project
As construction continues, traffic patterns in the project area will remain altered for the duration of the work.
Paving Project Updates for Sept. 7-13
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro. View the latest update here.
Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 11, 2025
The Selectboard will host a listening session to begin the FY27 budget process. The in-person event will happen at Brooks Memorial Library starting at 6:15 p.m.
Selectboard Meeting – Sept. 9, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Town Matters Episode 51
The Brattleboro Selectboard will return from its summer break on Sept. 9. Catch up on what happened in August and what's ahead this month.
Parking Zones to be Updated Starting Sept. 3
The Town will be modifying its parking zones on Sept. 3, 2025. To prepare for this transition, parking will be free on Sept. 2.
Paving Project Updates for Sept. 2-6
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro. View the latest update here.
Archaeological Findings at Kikitta Ahki to be Presented Online Aug. 28
Hartgen Archaeological Associates will present on the findings that focus on the Leahy Home at the Holden & Martin Mills.
Finance, Town Clerk's Office Closed Aug. 26 from 12-2 p.m.
The Finance Department and Town Clerk's Office will be closed to the public on Tuesday, August 26 from 12 to 2 p.m.
Labor Day Closures
In observance of Labor Day, all Town offices will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025, with the exception of emergency services.
Burn Ban Lifted
The Brattleboro Fire Department has lifted the burn ban, which became effective on Aug. 11.
Roadway Crack Sealing Work Scheduled to Begin Aug. 27
The Town has hired a private contractor to complete crack sealing work on various road surfaces throughout town.
Paving Project Updates for Aug. 25-29
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro. View the latest update here.
Gibson-Aiken Center Temporarily Closed on Aug. 25
The Gibson-Aiken Center will be closed on Monday, August 25, 2025, until 2 p.m. due to a building water repair project.
Skating FUNdamentals 2025-26 Season
The Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department is hosting two sessions of Ice Skating “FUN”damentals this upcoming skating season.
Paving Project Updates for Aug. 18-23
VTrans is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro. View the latest update here.
GMP Project Begins at Ames Hill on Aug. 18
Green Mountain Power (GMP) will convert overhead power lines to underground infrastructure through the fall.
Free Flu Vaccine Clinic for Older Adults
The Brattleboro Senior Center is accepting registrations for its free flu vaccination clinic. The registration deadline is Sept. 3.
Annual Duck Derby is Aug. 13!
The Recreation & Parks Department will be hosting its annual Duck Derby fundraiser on Aug. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Living Memorial Park pool.
Burn Ban in Effect Starting Aug. 11
Effective immediately, all outdoor burning is prohibited, including brush piles, campfires, and burn barrels.
Lower Canal Street Emergency Repairs
The Utilities Division is working to locate a utility issue in the roadway at the intersection of Main Street, Canal Street, South Main Street and Route 142 (Vernon Street). Motorists are asked to avoid travel in the area if possible.
Paving Project Updates for Aug. 10-16
The latest update provides information that was published on Aug. 8, 2025.
Celebrate Together at Brattleboro Community Connection Night!
Bratt PD & friends are inviting you to a summer block party in downtown Brattleboro on Aug. 6!
Celebrate Creamery Covered Bridge on Aug. 7
The Vermont Covered Bridge Society is planning a special evening event at the Creamery Covered Bridge during Covered Bridge Week.
Library Upper Entrance Closed on Aug. 5
The upper entrance to the library will be inaccessible on Tuesday, Aug. 5 until 2 p.m.
Selectboard Retreat 2025
The Brattleboro Selectboard will be holding its annual retreat on Aug. 4 a 1 p.m. at the Central Fire Station.
Paving Project Updates for Aug. 1-9
The latest update provides information that was originally published on Aug. 1, 2025.
Selectboard Meeting – Aug. 5, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Chapin Street Single-Lane Closure
The westbound lane of Chapin Street (Linden Street to Oak Street) will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. from Aug. 4 to Aug. 6.
