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.
Skating Rink Opens for Season on Oct. 25
Break out the skates: the rink is opening for the 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.
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.
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.
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.
Celebrate Halloween in Brattleboro!
Join the Rec & Parks Department and the Downtown Brattleboro Alliance during spooky season.
Rec & Parks Fall 2025/Winter 2026 Programs
Rec & Parks is offering a variety of programs, events, and activities throughout fall 2025 through winter 2026.
Youth Basketball Fall 2025
Rec & Parks is offering youth basketball for those in kindergarten through grade 6 this fall!
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!
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.
Skating FUNdamentals 2025-26 Season
The Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department is hosting two sessions of Ice Skating “FUN”damentals this upcoming skating season.
Human Services Review Committee is Accepting Applications
Applications are due on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
