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November 04, 2023 1 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Nov. 7, 2023

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on November 7, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom. 

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October 30, 2023 1 Minute Read

HSRC is Accepting Applications for FY25

The Brattleboro Representative Town Meeting Human Services Review Committee is accepting applications for FY25 Human Services Funding. 

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October 17, 2023 0.5 Minute Read

Fall Leaf Collection Schedule 2023

The following dates have been scheduled for Brattleboro's curbside Fall Leaf Collection for all residents: Friday, November 3, 2023; and Friday, November 17, 2023.

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October 16, 2023 0.5 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 17, 2023

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on October 17, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom.

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October 15, 2023 0.5 Minute Read

Ice Skating Open for the 2023-24 Season

Break out the ice skates — the 2023-24 ice skating season has arrived at the Nelson Withington Skating Facility! 

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October 06, 2023 0.5 Minute Read

Watch the "Strongest Town" Video

After four rounds in a March Madness-style tournament against 15 other North American cities, Brattleboro won the title Strongest Town in North America on April 14. Voters from an international audience of millions selected Brattleboro to win the eighth annual Strongest Town Contest based on its dedication to Strong Towns principles, such as transparent local accounting, building safe and productive streets, encouraging incremental housing, eliminating parking mandates, and ending highway expansions.   On October 6, Strong Towns published a video feature on YouTube showcasing what it is that makes Brattleboro unique. 

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September 26, 2023 1 Minute Read

Selectboard Meeting – Oct. 3, 2023

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on October 3, 2023 at 6:15 p.m. in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, and on Zoom. Details below. Watch courtesy Brattleboro Community TV.

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August 25, 2023 1 Minute Read

Free Sunscreen Available at Living Memorial Park

Did you run out the door without applying sunscreen? Rec & Parks has you covered! 

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August 10, 2023 1.5 Minute Read

Taxes and Utilities Due Aug. 15, 2023

The first installment of the 2023 Brattleboro Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes will be due by 5 p.m. on August 15, 2023. 

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August 10, 2023 1 Minute Read

Notice to Taxpayers

The taxpayers of the Town of Brattleboro are hereby notified and warned that Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes assessed upon the Grand List of 2023 are now due and payable to the Town Treasurer at the Treasurer’s Office in the Brattleboro Municipal Center, 230 Main Street, Suite 111, Brattleboro, Vermont, in four equal installments as follows: 1st Installment due August 15, 2023;  2nd Installment due November 15, 2023; 3rd Installment due February 15, 2024; 4th Installment due May 15, 2024.

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June 21, 2023 1.5 Minute Read

BFD Issues Warning Regarding Lithium-Ion Batteries

The Brattleboro Fire Department is issuing a warning regarding lithium-ion batteries in the wake of an accidental fire that occurred in an e-bike repair shop in New York City on June 20. The fire, which killed four and left left two in critical condition, was caused by lithium-ion batteries igniting on the first floor of a six-story building. In addition to powering e-bikes and e-scooters, lithium-ion batteries are found in common household items, such as smartphones, laptops, vape pens, and power tools. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), when lithium-ion batteries are damaged, defective, or used incorrectly, they have

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June 15, 2023 2 Minute Read

Summer Program at Brooks Memorial Library Launches June 26

This year’s summer program, "All Together Now," has something for everyone with activities and events for children, teens and adults! The program begins on June 26 at Brooks Memorial Library.

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June 15, 2023 0.5 Minute Read

Sign Up for I-91 Bridge News

Sign up for updates from the Vermont Agency of Transportation regarding the I-91 Bridge Project.

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June 08, 2023 2.5 Minute Read

Town Departments Go Green with Electric Gear

Earlier this year, the Town of Brattleboro made strides toward environmental sustainability by transitioning some of its gas-powered handheld tools to eco-friendly, electric-powered alternatives. By adopting greener gear, the Town aims to significantly decrease its carbon footprint.

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May 11, 2023 2 Minute Read

Listen to the Debut Episode of Podcast "Town Matters"

The Town of Brattleboro is pleased to announce the launch of its first-ever podcast, "Town Matters." Hosted by Town Manager John Potter, this new series will provide listeners with brief updates about town government. The show aims to inform the public and encourage active participation in local affairs.  "Town Matters" will be published during the week between Selectboard meetings and provide a brief overview of the previous meeting along with a preview of the next one. As the show develops, staff hope to incorporate other updates from around town and feature guest hosts.

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April 14, 2023 1 Minute Read

Brattleboro Declared Strongest Town Contest Winner

After four rounds in a March Madness-style tournament against 15 other North American cities, Brattleboro won the title Strongest Town in North America. Voters from an international audience selected Brattleboro to win the 8th annual Strongest Town Contest based on its dedication to Strong Towns principles, such as transparent local accounting, building safe and productive streets, encouraging incremental housing, eliminating parking mandates, and ending highway expansions.

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