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.
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.
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.
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.
Join a Board or Committee!
Connect with your community! Joining a board or committee opens up opportunities for you to network with your neighbors and create a more vibrant 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 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.
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.
Paving Project Updates for Nov. 10-15
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 4, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 4 in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
Williston Street Closure on Nov. 6
Williston Street will be closed on Nov. 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. to complete repairs to a failed stormwater structure.
Pay Utility Bills with OpenGov
The Finance Department has launched a new online platform for paying utility bills.
Town Matters Episode 54
"Town Matters," the Town of Brattleboro's podcast, summarizes Selectboard meetings so you can quickly catch up on local government.
Celebrate Halloween in Brattleboro!
Join the Rec & Parks Department and the Downtown Brattleboro Alliance during spooky season.
Brooks Memorial Library, Finance & Planning Departments to Close on Oct. 30
The library, along with the Finance and Planning Departments, will be closed on Oct. 30 for training and staff development.
Library Parking Lot Closed on Oct. 29
The parking lot behind Brooks Memorial Library will be closed on Oct. 29 until early afternoon due to roofing work on the library.
Greenleaf Street Paving Project Oct. 28-31
Paving will happen on Greenleaf Street from Oct. 28 through Oct. 31, between the hours of 7 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Paving Project Updates for Oct. 26-31
The Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is providing weekly updates about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Ames Hill Road Temporarily Closed on Oct. 27
Ames Hill Road will be closed to all through traffic on Monday, Oct. 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Burn Ban Lifted on Oct. 24
The State of Vermont has officially lifted the statewide burn ban, and Brattleboro is following suit due to improvements in weather conditions.
Human Services Review Committee is Accepting Applications
Applications are due on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025.
No Curbside Leaf Pickup in Brattleboro this Fall, Explore Eco-Friendly Alternatives
The Town of Brattleboro will not be offering curbside leaf collection during the fall 2025 season. Here's a guide to disposing leaves sustainably.
Paving Project Updates for Oct. 20-25
View the latest update from the Vermont Agency of Transportation (VTrans) about the paving project in Brattleboro.
Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 21, 2025
The Selectboard will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Room and on Zoom.
Lifesaving Made Local: Brattleboro Installs Automated Defibrillator at Living Memorial Park
The Town of Brattleboro has installed its first publicly accessible outdoor automated external defibrillator at Living Memorial Park.
Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 16, 2025
The Selectboard will hold a meeting on Thursday, Oct. 16 in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom.
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.
