Skating Facility Adjusted Hours in Early January
The Skating Facility will have a modified schedule in early January due to the BHA Tournament.
Last Night New Year's Event 2024
The Rec & Parks Department is announcing a line up of New Year's events in Brattleboro.
Holiday Closures 2024
Check out this list for info regarding closures during the holiday season.
Brattleboro Announces Free Parking for Last Two Weekends of 2024
The Town is offering free parking downtown on Dec. 20-22 and again on Dec. 27-29.
Rec & Parks Holiday Events
Rec & Parks is hosting special events and programs before celebrating the new year.
Petitions Available for March 4 Elections & RTM 2025
Petitions for Brattleboro Town Officers, Windham Southeast School District (WSESD) Board Members, and Town Meeting Members are now available at the Town Clerk’s Office.
Brattleboro, VTrans to Improve Traffic Flow in Bridge Area
Traffic light engineers will be working on adjustments to the traffic flow around the Gen. John Stark Memorial Bridge
Winter Park Ban in Effect Starting Nov. 15
The winter parking ban will go into effect from Nov. 15, 2024 through April 15, 2025.
New Parking System Begins Nov. 21
The Town of Brattleboro will be transitioning to a new parking system beginning November 21, 2024.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 17, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 17 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Library Will Open at Noon on Dec. 19
Brooks Memorial Library will be closed on Dec. 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. for a staff meeting.
Press Release – Valley Road Structure Fire
The Brattleboro Fire Department was dispatched on a first alarm on December 13, 2024, at 10:37 a.m. to 12 Valley Road.
Special Representative Town Meeting on Dec. 12, 2024
A Special Representative Town Meeting meeting will be held on Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. at Academy School.
Traffic Delays at Living Memorial Park Dec. 16-18
Due to the construction projects, drivers may experience delays at Living Memorial Park. The Lower Parking Lot will still be available.
Town Matters Episode 38
This podcast provides a brief recap of Brattleboro Selectboard meetings. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Town Offices Closed Until 10 a.m. on Dec. 13
The Municipal Center, Gibson-Aiken Center, and DPW offices will be closed on Dec. 13 from 7 to 10 a.m.
Brattleboro’s Finance Director Stepping Down in January
The Town of Brattleboro is announcing the resignation of Brattleboro’s Finance Director, Kimberly Frost, who served in the role since April 2022.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 3, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Update: Brattleboro-Hinsdale Bridge Expected to Open Dec. 4
The bridge is anticipated to open a day earlier than expected due to inclement weather in the forecast on Dec. 5.
Thanksgiving Closures 2024
In observance of Thanksgiving, all Town offices will be closed on Nov. 29 & 29, with the exception of emergency services.
Winter Storm Advisory for Thanksgiving
Brattleboro Emergency Services is watching the Thanksgiving weather forecast and preparing for the first winter storm of the season.
Town Matters Episode 37
This podcast provides a brief recap of Brattleboro Selectboard meetings. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Burn Ban in Brattleboro Extended to Dec. 2
The Brattleboro Fire Department is extending the ban on debris burning within Brattleboro through Dec. 2, 2024.
Brattleboro-Hinsdale Bridge Opens to Traffic on Dec. 5
The Brattleboro-Hinsdale Bridge is scheduled to open to traffic by the end of the day on Thursday, December 5.
Lower Body Boost: Physical Therapy Workout Series
Each class is led by a doctor of physical therapy who will modify exercises and provide personalized guidance based on your starting point.
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 19, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Fall/Winter Sports & Activities
Here's a round-up of Rec & Parks' offerings for the fall/winter season!
Burn Ban Extended to Nov. 25
The ban is in effect from Oct. 28 through Nov. 25 at 3 p.m. in Windham County.
Melchen Road Closure Nov. 18-22
Crews will relocate a power line starting at the top of Melchen Road and work their way down toward Hinesburg Road.
Town Matters Episode 36
This podcast provides a brief recap of Brattleboro Selectboard meetings. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Brush Fire on Kelly Road Contained
Crews were dispatched on the morning of Nov. 13, 2024, for a reported 5-acre brush fire.
Public Meeting: Canal Street Corridor Plan on Nov. 14
The Planning Department is hosting a second public forum regarding the Canal Street Corridor Plan.
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 12, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Budget Open House on Nov. 12
Discuss the FY26 Budget during the open house, scheduled for Nov. 12, 4-6pm, at Brooks Memorial Library.
Committee Vacancies November 2024
Several Town Committees/Boards have vacancies, and the public is encouraged to apply.
Official General Election 2024 Results
View the official results for the General Election, held in Brattleboro on Nov. 5, 2024.
Brush Fire Contained, State’s Burn Ban Extended to Nov. 18
A 10.5-acre brush fire in West Brattleboro began on Nov. 8, 2024 and was contained the next day.
Canal St. Southbound Lane Closure on Nov. 12
The southbound lane of Canal Street will be closed from South Main Street to Elm Street on Nov. 12.
Skating Rink Opens Oct. 26
The 2024-25 skating season begins later this month!
Canal Street Closed from South Main St. to Elm St.
Canal Street will be closed from South Main Street to Elm Street on Nov. 8 due to debris removal following the recent fire at 45 Canal Street.
Skating FUNdamentals Returns for 2024/25 Season
Rec & Parks is hosting two sessions of Ice Skating “FUN”damentals this upcoming skating season.
Swords & Boards: DnD Group at the Rec Center
Rec & Parks is offering Swords and Boards, a regular Dungeons & Dragons group, at the Gibson-Aiken Center.
Men’s Adult Basketball Open Gym & Pickup Games
Pick-up games will be on Wednesday and Friday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning October 23, 2024.
A Note About Lost/Abandoned Items on Town Property
While removing an item from Town property, if it's determined to be something other than garbage that is not a risk to our staff, we will retain the item for 14 days before disposing it.
Veterans Day Closures 2024
In observance of Veterans Day, all Brattleboro Town Offices will be closed on Nov. 11, with the exception of emergency services.
Property Taxes and Utility Bills Due Nov. 15, 2024
The second installment of the 2024 Brattleboro Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes, as well as utility bills, will be due on Nov. 15, 2024.
Voting on Election Day? Bring Your Ballot!
All Brattleboro voters can vote in person at the American Legion, 32 Linden St. on Nov. 5 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 5, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Brattleboro Fire Chief Leonard Howard to Retire on Dec. 31
The Town of Brattleboro is announcing the retirement of Fire Chief Leonard Howard III, whose dedication to the Brattleboro Fire Department and the community it serves extends back to the 1980s.
BrattleBOO & the Horribles Parade
Have a spooky good time this Halloween!