Selectboard Meeting – Feb. 1, 2024
The Selectboard meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 30 has been moved to Thursday, Feb. 1.
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. Apply Online The Selectboard will plan to make appointments at its February 20 meeting and at subsequent meetings, if necessary. Please submit your application 10 days prior to the Selectboard meeting. If you're a Brattleboro resident and interested in serving on a board or committee, apply online or send the application by email to the Town Manager’s office. Call for an application at 802-251-8151. The Town of Brattleboro is looking for citizens to serve on the following committees and boards: Agricultural Advisory Board ADA Committee Arts
Selectboard Site Visit and Public Hearing – Feb. 6
On Feb. 6, the Selectboard will visit the bridge at Dettman Drive at 4 p.m. and reconvene at the Selectboard Meeting Room at 6 p.m.
Art Funding Opportunities
The Vermont Arts Council is now accepting applications for its Creation Grant and Animating Infrastructure Grant programs.
2024 Dog Licenses due April 1
Dog and wolf-hybrid licenses are available for 2024.
Rec & Parks Offering Extra Activity Hours on Jan. 22
Rec & Parks is offering additional hours on Jan. 22 for Open Gym, the Game Room, and public skating.
Town Clerk Featured on VPR
A recent episode of Vermont Edition highlighted changes to the voting system throughout the state and included an interview with Brattleboro's Town Clerk about youth voting.
Presidential Primary Election 101
The Town Clerk's Office provides some helpful info regarding how primaries work in Vermont and what voters can expect at the ballot box.
Business License Renewals Begin in February
Current business owners can expect to receive renewal notices in the mail with instructions on how to claim your account and renew your business license by the first week of February.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 16, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on January 16, 2024 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.
Rec & Parks Youth Programs Starting in February
Youth indoor soccer, chess, and fencing will begin this February.
Town Matters Episode 16
This episode covers the Selectboard meeting held on January 2 and 5, and then previews the meeting scheduled for January 16.
BFD Press Release - Clark Street Fire [Updated Jan. 10]
Crews from both stations were responded to a structure fire on Clark Street during the late afternoon of January 9.
CANCELED – Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic
The Covid-19 Vaccine clinic initially scheduled for Jan. 16 was canceled.
Town Offices Closed on MLK Day
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Brattleboro Town offices will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024, with the exception of emergency services.
Street Parking During a Snow Emergency
A winter storm watch has been issued for southern Vermont from the afternoon of Saturday, January 6 through the evening of Sunday, January 7. Heavy snow and high winds are in the forecast.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 5, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will hold a special meeting on Friday, January 5, 2024 at 3:30 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center. The public may also participate in the meeting over Zoom.
Skating Rink Schedule Changes
The Annual BHA Hockey Tournament will affect the regular schedule at the Nelson Withington Skating Facility on Jan. 5-7 and 10.
RFP – Planning Consultant Services
The Town of Brattleboro is seeking a qualified Consultant to work closely with local and state partners in completing a safety study, corridor plan, and stormwater master planning process for Canal Street/Route 5.
Goodenough Road Closure — Jan. 3
On Wednesday, January 3, the Highway Division will be replacing a failed culvert on Goodenough Road.
Senior Center January 2024 Newsletter
January 2024 Newsletter The Brattleboro Senior Center has published its newsletter for January 2024. View it here. Some highlights from the Senior Center below.
Selectboard Meeting – Jan. 2, 2024
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on January 2, 2024 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.
Town Newsletter January '24 Edition
The January 2024 edition of the Town of Brattleboro's monthly newsletter is available online.
Town Matters Episode 15
The latest episode of Town Matters, a podcast hosted by Brattleboro Town Manager John Potter, is now available online.
Rec & Parks Holiday Programs and Winter Mini Camp
The Brattleboro Recreation & Parks Department is excited to announce that they will be offering Winter Mini Camp from Dec. 26-29.
Storm Updates [Updated Dec. 18 at 3:30pm]
With the amount of rain and snow melt from higher elevations, Brattleboro is experiencing flooding prominently in the West Brattleboro area. We are expected to see high winds, which could cause downed power lines and power outages.
Winter Holiday Closures 2023-24
Brattleboro Town offices will close at 12 p.m. on Dec. 22, 2023. Town offices will be closed all day on Dec. 25, 2023 and Jan. 1, 2024.
Weather Advisory: Potential River Flooding, High Winds and Power Outages Expected on Dec. 17
Town staff is monitoring a weather event that is expected to begin later in the day on Dec. 17. Weather forecasts indicate an expected rainfall of 1-3 inches starting this evening and extending possibly through tomorrow and into Tuesday.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 19, 2023
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on December 19, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.
Read Brooks Memorial Library's Strategic Plan
Read the Strategic Plan Brooks Memorial Library contains multitudes! Whether you're in search of your next great read or a waffle iron, Brooks has you covered. In its recently publish strategic plan, you can learn how Brattleboro's local library The Library’s Strategic Planning Committee works closely with the community to plan for responsive services and resources. Information on the committee’s work is available on the Board of Trustees Agendas and Minutes page. Here are details on the library’s priorities and services for the next few years.
Town Matters Episode 14 Now Available
The latest episode of Town Matters, a podcast hosted by Brattleboro Town Manager John Potter, is now available online. Listen here or via the embedded player below. You can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts. This episode covers the Selectboard meeting held on December 5 and previews the meeting scheduled for December 19. Show notes — Watch the December 5 Selectboard meeting here Learn more about petitions for March 2024 elections Brooks Memorial Library has published its strategic plan View the Rec & Parks holiday season brochure For more updates visit Brattleboro.gov
Bowl with Rec & Parks
The Brattleboro Recreation and Parks Department and Brattleboro Bowl are excited to announce that on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 they will be co-hosting a special event.
BFD Press Release - Dec. 5, 2023
Full Press Release Central Station and Station 2 were dispatched at 23:28 on Dec. 5, 2023 on a first alarm to 1178 Western Ave. for smoke on the second floor.
Meadowbrook Road Closure - Dec. 7, 2023
On Thursday, December 7, beginning at 8 a.m., the Highway Division will be replacing a failed culvert in front of 961 Meadowbrook Road. The road will be closed during the project.
Green & High Street Intersection Survey
The Town of Brattleboro is considering improvements to the intersection of Green Street and High Street.
Petitions for March 2024 Elections Now 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.
Senior Center December 2023 Newsletter
The Brattleboro Senior Center has released its newsletter for December 2023. View it here.
Selectboard Meeting – Dec. 5, 2023
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on December 5, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.
Resources from the Housing Coalition of Southeastern Vermont
The Housing Coalition of Southeastern Vermont has published two resources about housing in the state: one for creating housing in Windham County and one for those seeking housing.
BFD Press Release Nov. 26
On November 25, Central Station and Station 2 were dispatched at 21:58 hours to 46-48 Lexington Ave. for a reported structure fire.
S'mores with Santa on Dec. 2
The Recreation & Parks Department is inviting you to join Santa at Living Memorial Park for s'mores!
Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 21, 2023
The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on November 21, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.
Thanksgiving Closures 2023
In Observance of Thanksgiving all Town Offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023, and Friday, November 24, 2023, with the exception of emergency services.
Listen to Town Matters Episode 12
The latest episode of Town Matters, a podcast hosted by Brattleboro Town Manager John Potter, is now available online. You can subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.
Public Forum: Green Street at High Street Intersection
The Town of Brattleboro is considering improvements to the intersection of Green Street and High Street and invites you to join a public forum on Nov. 29.
Winter Parking Ban in Effect
The winter parking ban will go into effect, starting Wednesday, November 15, 2023. This ban will remain in effect until April 15, 2024.
Take the Pool Improvement Survey
The Brattleboro Rec & Parks Department is seeking your input about improvements to the Living Memorial Park Pool and Rotary Water Playground.
Website Tour
Welcome to the Town of Brattleboro's new website, Brattleboro.gov! Get started with a video tour.
Taxes and Utilities Due November 15, 2023
The second installment of the 2023 Brattleboro Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes, along with utility bills, are due by 5 p.m. on November 15, 2023.
Veterans Day 2023 Closures
In observance of Veterans Day, all Brattleboro Town Offices will be closed on Friday, November 10, 2023, with the exception of emergency services.