Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 20, 2026
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a meeting on Jan. 20 at 6:15 p.m. at the Municipal Center and on Zoom.
'Talking About Tech' at Brooks Memorial Library
The library's new tech program will launch on Jan. 24 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in Meeting Room D.
Petitions for Town Officers, WSESD Board & Town Meeting Members Available
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.
Public Hearings on Charter Petitions on Jan. 27, Feb. 5
The Selectboard will hold a public hearings on Jan. 27 and Feb. 5, 2026, to discuss two petitions regarding the format of town meeting.
Winter Carnival 2026 Schedule
The Brattleboro Winter Carnival returns to Brattleboro this February! The Carnival includes events and activities for the whole family from Feb. 20 – March 1.
Scam Alert: Lookout for Emails Impersonating Planning Officials
Please be aware of a nationwide scam in which scammers impersonate local government planning and zoning officials.
Brattleboro 2026 Dog & Wolf-Hybrid Licenses Available
Vermont State Statute Title 20 requires dogs and wolf-hybrids 6 months of age and older to be licensed annually on or before April 1.
Brooks Memorial Library Director Starr LaTronica to Retire in Spring 2026
The Town of Brattleboro and the Board of Trustees announced the retirement of Brooks Memorial Library Director Starr LaTronica following a decade of transformative service to Brattleboro.
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.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 15, 2026
The Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
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.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 13, 2026
The Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
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.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 6, 2026
The Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
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.
Holiday Season Closures
The Town Manager's Office and Finance Department will have irregular hours during the last two weeks of the year.
Press Release - Apartment Fire at 107 Elliot Street
The building’s sprinkler system suppressed the fire. However, the sprinkler activation caused significant water damage to 17 additional apartments.
Update on Pay As You Throw Trash Bags
At this time, any price changes are not expected to take effect before March 1, 2026.
Rec & Parks Holiday Programs and Winter Mini Camp 2025-26
Rec & Parks is ringing in the holidays with special programs, including events happening during the winter school break and New Year's Eve.
Parking Enforcement Office Closed, Will Reopen at Transportation Center on Dec. 29
The Parking Enforcement Office will be closed the week of Dec. 22, and will reopen at its new location at the ground level of the Transportation Center on Dec. 29.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 16, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025, in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Precautionary Boil Water Notice Issued for Edward Heights and Lawton Drive
The Town of Brattleboro has issued a precautionary Boil Water Notice for residents on Edward Heights and Lawton Drive following a water main break on the primary water line serving Edward Heights.
Public Notice: Intent to Request Release of Funds
The Town of Brattleboro will submit a request to the Vermont Agency of Commerce and Community Development to release the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
Legal Notice: Easement Deed to the Friends of West River Trail
The Brattleboro Selectboard hereby provides notice to the community that the Selectboard intends to sign a warranty easement deed to the Friends of West River Trail, Inc.
The Library Children's Room is Undergoing Construction
The entire collection will be available and programs will continue as normal, but be advised there will be noise and painting during construction.
Free Parking on Select Days this Holiday Season
Parking is free in downtown Brattleboro on Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, and 18-25.
Notice of Public Hearing on Proposed Interim Zoning Bylaw
The Selectboard will hold a public hearing on a proposed Interim Zoning Bylaw on Dec. 22, 2025, at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room.
Overnight Snow Removal Planned for Downtown Parking Lots
Snow will be removed from the uncovered parking lots in Brattleboro’s downtown area starting around 12 a.m. on Dec. 5. Vehicles parked in the downtown lots must be removed or they may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Rec & Parks Fall 2025/Winter 2026 Programs
Rec & Parks is offering a variety of programs, events, and activities throughout fall 2025 through winter 2026.
Winter Parking Ban Begins Nov. 15, 2025
The winter parking ban will take effect starting Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. This ban will remain in effect until April 15, 2026.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 2, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Morningside Cemetery to Close for Winter on Dec. 1
Rec & Parks will close Morningside Cemetery for the winter on Dec. 1, 2025.
Thanksgiving Closures 2025
In observance of Thanksgiving, all Town offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27, and Friday, Nov. 28, 2025, with the exception of emergency services.
Planning, Finance Department Closures
The Planning & Finance Department will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 26, and will reopen on Monday, Dec. 1, at 8:30 a.m.
Paving Project Updates for Nov. 23-28
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Become a Library Insider with Behind-the-Scenes Tours of Brooks Memorial Library
Get a sneak peek at the library through self-guided “insider” tours on Wednesday, Nov. 19 from 6-8 p.m. at 224 Main St. in Brattleboro.
Selectboard Meeting (Reappraisal Presentation) – Nov. 20, 2025
This special meeting will center on a presentation regarding the reappraisal. Please note that a Zoom component will not be available for this meeting.
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 18, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 18 in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Property Taxes and Utility Bills Due Nov. 17
The second installment of the 2025 Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes will be due by 5 p.m. on Nov. 17, 2025.
Learn About Brattleboro’s Reappraisal on Nov. 20
Learn and ask questions about the reappraisal process during a special Selectboard meeting on Nov. 20 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room.
Paving Project Updates for Nov. 16-22
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Chair Yoga at the Senior Center
Chair Yoga with Martina is scheduled on Mondays and Fridays from 9 to 10 a.m. at the Brattleboro Senior Center.
FY27 Budget Listening Session on Nov. 12
This is an opportunity for the public to share their ideas directly with the Selectboard outside the typical meeting format.
Skating Rink Open for 2025-26 Season
Break out the skates: the rink is opening for the season!
Planning Dept. to Close for Staff Training
Planning will be closed on Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 14 from 9 a.m. to noon for staff training.
Youth Basketball Fall 2025
Rec & Parks is offering youth basketball for those in kindergarten through grade 6 this fall!
Town Offices Closed on Veterans Day
Rec & Parks will be offering select programming on the holiday.
