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Heat Sensors in Brattleboro

by Not Signed In | Town Plan

What are those funny boxes that appeared downtown and elsewhere?

Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather related death in the United States, a problem that can affect urban and rural communities across the country including in northern climates. To better understand the variability and magnitude of extreme heat in Vermont communities, faculty in the UVM Transportation Research Center (TRC), with funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA), are leading a research effort to collect heat variability data in towns and cities across the state during the summer of 2022.

Williams Street Traffic Update

by Not Signed In | Town Plan

On Friday, April 8, the western leg of Williams Street, near the Vermont Country Deli was reduced to one way traffic due to a washout on the west side of the street.  To improve visibility and reduce hazards, the traffic pattern has been changed to only allow traffic to exit Williams Street onto Western Avenue on this side of the Deli.  Vehicles will no longer be allowed to enter Williams ST from the west side of the Vermont Country Deli.

Motorists should plan to use alternate routes while repairs are being planned and completed.

Brattleboro Water Main Flushing To Begin

by Not Signed In | Town News

Utilities Division crews will start Spring Flushing of the Town water mains on Thursday April 21 and continue through Saturday May 7. Occasional daytime flushing will continue throughout the week of May 9 through 13.

Customers are asked to check the flushing schedule closely as flushing may cause water discoloration, low water pressure and in some areas, intervals of no water. You may experience a short period of discolored water or air in the water lines after flushing is complete in your area. Running the cold water for a few minutes should clear the lines if this happens.

Brattleboro Fire Department to Transition to Joint Fire/EMS Services

by Not Signed In | Police & Fire

On March 25th, 2022, Chief Drew Hazelton of Rescue Inc. informed the Selectboard and Town Manager that Rescue Inc. would no longer be providing emergency medical services (EMS) for the Town of Brattleboro as of July 1st, 2022. The Town thanks the dedicated members of Rescue Inc. for their many years of service in our town. Their excellent help and dedication to the community have been appreciated. We know that they will continue to provide that high level of service to their remaining customers in our surrounding municipalities.

After careful consideration of various options, The Town will be shifting from a private provider to a joint Fire/EMS service, offering patient care from the scene to the hospital with transport service. This Municipal Fire/EMS model is the most efficient and effective standard practice for the rapid delivery of medical care. It is currently being utilized in a highly successful manner by 5 of the 6 Vermont municipalities larger than Brattleboro and our neighbor in Keene, NH.

Williams Street Traffic Restriction

by Not Signed In | Town News

Due to a washout and erosion concerns, the western leg of Williams ST near the Vermont Country Deli will be open to eastbound traffic only.  Vehicles may enter from Western Avenue onto Williams Street via that section of Williams ST.  

Motorists should plan to use alternate routes while repairs are being planned and completed.

Revised Brattleboro Design Review Committee Agenda for April 13, 2022 at 1:00 pm

by planning | Town Plan

1. Call to Order

2. Review of Development Proposals

a. Brattleboro Museum & Arts Center, 10 Vernon Street, Downtown Historic District; review of proposed new wall sign; Tax Map Parcel #325212.000.

b. Windham Windsor Housing Trust; 63 Canal Street, Canal St – Clark St Neighborhood Historic District; review of ADA Accessible Ramp; Tax Map parcel #00325262.000.

Brattleboro Winter Parking Ban Lifted

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Parking Department would like to announce the lifting of the winter parking ban. Starting tonight, 04/06/2022, at midnight, overnight parking will be allowed on all streets EXCEPT in the downtown area. The following streets are never available for overnight parking:

Selectboard Meeting Notes – New Chair, New Goals

by cgrotke | Town News
selectboard april 5 2022

The Brattleboro Selectboard, under new management of Chair Ian Goodnow, had their first regular meeting of April and their first long discussion. It was about goals and what they want to do in the coming year. They also had their first meeting in the Municipal Center in quite a long time, sitting closely without masks and wondering where members of the public might be.

The board approved of a catering license, loaned some more money for new housing, allowed short term rental in the parking garage, and more.

Tough Market for Homebuyers

by SK-B | Business

Personal Note:
During 3 decades that I have followed “insider” commentary, until now, Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of REALTORS® has always been a cheerleader for a rising market. It must be indicative of how insane the runaway pandemic market has been, that for the first time in my memory, Yun is hoping for a slow-down! ~ SK-B

From the April 4, 2022 edition of the trade publication: Realtors® Magazine.

Brattleboro Committee Meeting Warnings

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Arts Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at 3:00pm in the Selectboard Meeting Room at the Municipal Center (230 Main Street).

The Brattleboro Tree Advisory Committee will meet on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at 4:15pm in the Hanna Cosman Meeting Room at the Municipal Center (230 Main Street).

Brattleboro Selectboard Agenda & Notes – April 5, 2022

by cgrotke | Town News

A rather routine agenda awaits the “new” Brattleboro Selectboard at their first regular meeting of April 2022. A liquor license, lease agreements, board goals and assignments, and loans. The board will also discuss raising the fee for recycling.

You can bring up other items not on this agenda during public participation.

April 20, 2022 Brattleboro Development Review Board Agenda

by bbannon@brattleboro.org | Town Plan

 AGENDA

Call to Order
Review and Approve Minutes of previous meeting.
Review of Cases/Public Hearings to be reviewed under the Brattleboro Land Use Regulations.
 2022-7                  Chad Tinti & Ross Little; Rural Residential District; request for Site Plan and Conditional Use approval to Change use to an Inn with boutique at 770 South Street; Tax Map Parcel 110251.000

 2022-12                Peter Vandertuin; Residential Neighborhood District; request for Plat approval to create a residential parcel at 91 Greenleaf St; Tax Map Parcel 00235171.200

 2022-20                Borderland Farm; Institutional District; request for Local Act 250 and PUD Preliminary Plan approval amend the VABEC PUD and construct a 2500 sq. ft. cannabis indoor grow facility by 40 University Way; Tax Map Parcel 110402.200

Brattleboro Selectboard Organizational Meeting Agenda

by Not Signed In | Town News

The Brattleboro Selectboard will meet on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 9:00am in the Selectboard Meeting Room and on Zoom for an organizational meeting. The public is encouraged to participate in the meeting over Zoom. The attached agenda contains information on how to access the meeting remotely, including the required “passcode.”  ASL interpreters will be available for deaf and hard-of-hearing community members.