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Mon Jul 27, 2026

Select Board

Select Board to set municipal tax rates and consider $5 million loan

The Bennington Select Board will meet to establish municipal tax rates and consider a resolution to accept a $5 million forgivable loan. The board will also receive updates on a vacant property ordinance and a building license for the Franklin Lane right of way.

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 - 6:15 PM A. Minutes of July 13, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:15 - 6:30 PM 5. Vacant Property Ordinance - Update Tom Haley 6:30 - 6:45 PM 6. License - Portion of Building in Franklin Lane Right of Way Daniel Monks 6:45 - 7:05 PM 7. Resolution to Accept $5 Million Forgivable Loan for South End Waterline Extensions Daniel Monks 7:05 - 7:15 PM 8. Set Municipal Tax Rates 7:15 - 7:30 PM Daniel Monks 9. Manager's Report 7:30 - 7:45 PM Daniel Monks 10. Upcoming Agenda 7:45 - 8:00 PM 11. Other Business 8:00 - 8:15 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447- 9715 A G E N D A* 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, July 27, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 F:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a072726sbp

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 - 6:15 PM A. Minutes of June 15 & June 22, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:15 - 6:30 PM 5. Sand Filter Update Project - Overview, Bond, Loan Applications Larry Gates, Jeffrey Lewis 6:30 - 7:30 PM 6. Quarterly Police Department Update 7:30 - 8:15 PM Chief of Police 9. Manager's Report 8:15 - 8:25 PM Daniel Monks 10. Upcoming Agenda 8:25 - 8:35 PM 11. Other Business 8:35 - 8:50 PM 12. Executive Session A. Personnel & Contracts We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A* 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, July 13, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 C:\Users\bantognioni\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.Outlook\LUJ8J8IG\a071326sbp We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 C:\Users\bantognioni\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 JULY 13, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Jackie 6 Matts; Clark Adams; Sarah Perrin (at 6:50pm); and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 9 Director and Assistant Town Manager; David Conwill-Planning Director; RJ Joly-Director of 10 Public Works; Larry Gates-Assistant Director of Public Works; Jeffrey Lewis-Aldrich + Elliott 11 Managing Engineer/Associate; Paul Doucette-Chief of Police; Joseph Hayes; Debbie Mattes; 12 Keith Carey; Ruth Carey; Martha Mackey; Jack Rossiter-Munley; Sheila Mullineaux; Wendy 13 Lyons; Mike Bethel; Sam Restino (via Zoom); 15 citizens; Jim Therrien-Bennington Banner; David 14 Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 15 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 16 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 17 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 18 2. VISION STATEMENT 19 Ed Woods read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 20 August 24, 2020: 21 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 22 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 23 3. CONSENT AGENDA 24 A. MINUTES OF JUNE 15 AND JUNE 22, 2026 25 B. WARRANTS 26 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 27 Ed Woods moved and Clar [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 22, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 - 6:15 PM A. Minutes of June 8, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:15 - 6:30 PM 5. Better Bennington Corporation - Work Plan & Budget BBC Board Members 6:30 - 7:15 PM 6. Economic Development Committee Presentation - Discussion of Local Option Tax 7:15 - 8:15 PM 7. Review Options for Crosswalk North of Depot Street Bridge Mark Anders, BCRC 8:15 - 8:45 PM 8. Appointments to Boards and Commissions 8:45 - 8:55 PM 9. Manager's Report 8:55 - 9:05 PM Daniel Monks 10. Upcoming Agenda 9:05 - 9:15 PM 11. Other Business 9:15 - 9:30 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447- 9715 A G E N D A* 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, June 22, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 C:\Users\bantognioni\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.Outlook\LUJ8J8IG\a062226sbp
Mon Jun 15, 2026

Executive Session

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MEETING NOTICE BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, June 15, 2026 Bennington Town Office Conference Room 2 205 South Street Bennington, VT 05201 AGENDA 5:00 PM 1. Executive Session A, Interviews We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M:\Manager\select Board\2026 Agendas\a010326sbp
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SELECT BOARDMINUTESJune 15, 2026 Present: Ed Woods, Clark Adams, Nancy White, Jackie Matts and Tom Haley (arrived at approximately 5:15 pm). At 5:04 pm, the meeting was called to order. At 5:05 pm Ed Woods made a motion to elect Jackie Matts to Chair the meeting as the Chair and Vice Chair were not present (the Chair arrived later in the meeting). Clark Adams seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. At 5:06 pm Clark Adams motioned to enter into executive session for a personnel matter - interviews of Boards and Commissions applicants. Ed Woods seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. At 8:15 pm Ed Woods motioned to exit executive session. Clark Adams seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. At 8:15 pm Clark Adams motioned to adjourn. Ed Woods seconded the motion. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Daniel W. MonksTown Manager
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of May 11, 2026 & May 18, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 - 6:25 PM 5. Vacant Property Ordinance - Review and Possible Adoption David Conwill & Paul Dansereau 6:25 - 7:25 PM 6. Set Water/Sewer Rates for FY27 7:25 - 7:40 PM Daniel Monks 7. Manager's Report 7:40 - 7:55 PM Daniel Monks 8. Upcoming Agenda 7:55 - 8:05 PM 9. Other Business 8:05 - 8:15 PM We endeaver to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to enagage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715. A G E N D A* 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, June 8, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 C:\Users\bantognioni\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.Outlook\LUJ8J8IG\a060826
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 JUNE 8, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Jackie 6 Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Clark Adams and Sarah Perrin. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Jonah Spivak-Communications Coordinator; 9 Shannon Barsotti-Community Development Director and Assistant Town Manager; David 10 Conwill-Planning Director; Paul Dansereau-Director of Facilities; Mike Bethel; Ken Milman; Bill 11 Colvin-BCRC Executive Director; Two Members of the Bennington Youth Council; Sam Restino 12 (via Zoom); Dimitri Garter; Tom Kelly; 15 citizens; David Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-13 Secretary. 14 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 15 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 17 2. VISION STATEMENT 18 Ed Woods read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 19 August 24, 2020: 20 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 21 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 22 3. CONSENT AGENDA 23 A. MINUTES OF MAY 11, 2026 AND MAY 18, 2026 24 B. WARRANTS 25 C. LIQUOR LICENSES - NONE 26 Ed Woods moved and Jackie Matts seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as 27 presented. 28 Warrants: 29 2 Ms. White: #405648, Berkshire Concrete Corporati [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 18, 2026

Select Board

Select Board to hold work session on FY27 water and sewer budgets

The Select Board will meet for a rescheduled regular meeting and a work session. The primary focus of the session is the FY27 Water/Sewer Budgets with DPW staff.

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MEETING N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, May 18, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 AGENDA* 6:00 PM Re-Scheduled Regular Meeting 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda A. Minutes of May 11, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment Work Session 5. FY27 Water/Sewer Budgets DPW Staff 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 6:25 PM - 8:15 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a051826sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 MAY 18, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 6 Adams; Sarah Perrin (at 6:45pm); Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 9 Director and Assistant Town Manager; Melissa Currier-Finance Director; RJ Joly-Director of 10 Public Works; Larry Gates-Assistant Director of Public Works; Jeff Lewis-DPW Staff; Susan 11 Plaisance-Better Bennington Corporation; Sam Restino (via Zoom); 5 citizens; Josh Boucher-12 CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 13 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 14 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 15 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 16 2. VISION STATEMENT 17 Tom Haley read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 18 August 24, 2020: 19 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 20 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 21 3. CONSENT AGENDA 22 A. MINUTES OF MAY 11, 2026 - TABLED UNTIL THE NEXT MEETING 23 B. WARRANTS 24 C. LIQUOR LICENSES - NONE 25 Clark Adams moved and Jackie Matts seconded to approve the Warrants as presented. 26 Warrants: 27 Ms. White: #405617, Prue Electric, Depot Street Bridge Work, $9,955.00. Does this 28 come out of [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon May 11, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of April 27, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. Period Poverty Awareness Week Proclamation 6:25 PM - 6:35 PM 6. Public Hearing - Amendment to Land Use and Development Regulations Request to Rezone 1033 Willow Rd.(Parcel #29-50-31)from Rural Conservation to Rural Residential 6:35 PM - 7:15 PM 7. Review/Approve Updated Local Emergency Management Plan 7:15 PM - 7:45 PM 8. Request to Approve Tax Stabilization Agreement re: Redevelopment of Everett Estate Property (former SVC Campus) 7:45 PM - 8:00 PM 9. Manager's Report 8:00 PM - 8:10 PM 10. Upcoming Agenda 8:10 PM - 8:20 PM 11. Other Business 8:20 PM - 8:30 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, May 11, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a051126sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 MAY 11, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Sarah 6 Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Clark Adams. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 9 Director and Assistant Town Manager; Jonah Spivak-Communications Coordinator; David 10 Conwill-Planning Director; Dare Chammings-ACT Director and two others; Rodney Dalton-PLH; 11 Emergency Management Director Paul Doucette and Jeff Fickers-Emergency Management Plan 12 Assistant; Michael Cohen-AWRE (via Zoom); Lora Block, Diana Leazer; Will Greer; Ken Milman; 13 Debbie Matte; Kate Kost; Sam Restino (via Zoom); Jim Therrien-Bennington Banner; 20 citizens; 14 David Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 15 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 16 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 17 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 18 2. VISION STATEMENT 19 Jim Sullivan read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 20 August 24, 2020: 21 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 22 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 23 3. CONSENT AGENDA 24 A. MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2026 25 B. WARRANTS 26 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 27 Ed Woods moved and Sarah Perrin seconded to approve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 27, 2026

Select Board

Select Board to review opioid settlement funding and housing merger grant

The Bennington Select Board will consider a request for opioid settlement funds from Turning Point. The board is also reviewing resolutions regarding trail improvements and a planning grant for a housing merger.

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of April 13, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. Turning Point Request for Opioid Settlement Funds 6:25 PM - 7:10 PM 6. Resolution in support of Vermont Recreational Trails Program effort to improve trail on Town lands surrounding Sucker Pond 7:10 PM - 7:25 PM 7. Municipal Resolution to accept the VCDP Planning Grant for the Shires Housing Merger 7:25 PM - 7:40 PM 8. Manager's Report 7:40 PM - 7:50 PM 9. Upcoming Agenda 7:50 PM - 7:55 PM 10. Other Business 7:55 PM - 8:00 PM 11. Executive Session A. Contract We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, April 27, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a042726sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 2 130 RIVER STREET 3 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 4 APRIL 27, 2026 5 MINUTES 6 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 7 Adams; Sarah Perrin (at 6:05pm); Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 8 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 9 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 10 Director and Assistant Town Manager; Jonah Spivak-Communications Coordinator; David 11 Conwill-Planning Director; Turning Point-Laura Jarrett, Ralph Bennett, and Moira Spivey; Ken 12 Milman; Leslie Addison; Ned Perkins; Sam Restino (via Zoom); 7 citizens; David Coulter-CAT-TV; 13 and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 14 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 15 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 17 2. VISION STATEMENT 18 Ed Woods read the Town's Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 19 August 24, 2020: 20 "Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 21 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life." 22 3. CONSENT AGENDA 23 A. MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 2026 24 B. WARRANTS 25 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 26 Jackie Matts moved and Jim Sullivan seconded to approve the Minutes of April 131 27 2026 and the Warrants as presented. The motion carried with Sarah Perrin absent. 28 Clark Adams moved and Ed Woods seconded to approve the liquor Licenses as 2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 13, 2026

Select Board

Select Board to review animal control ordinance and reorganize

The Select Board will reorganize and review an updated Animal Control Ordinance. The board will also consider re-adopting its Rules of Procedure and Public Comment Guidelines. No specific dollar amounts or contracts are listed.

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Reorganization 6:05 PM - 6:25 PM 4. Consent Agenda 6:25 PM - 6:30 PM A. Minutes of March 23, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 5. Public Comment 6:30 PM - 6:45 PM 6. Review of Energy Committee request to Appoint Youth Members 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM 7. Review of Updated Animal Control Ordinance 7:05 PM - 7:45 PM 8. Review and Re-Adopt Rules of Procedure and Public Comment Guidelines 7:45 PM - 8:05 PM 9. Announce Boards and Commissions Openings 8:05 PM - 8:15 PM 10. Manager's Report 8:15 PM - 8:25 PM 11. Upcoming Agenda 8:25 PM - 8:30 PM 12. Other Business 8:30 PM - 8:35 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, April 13, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility, Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street, Bennington, VT 05201 To join the meeting using Zoom, enter the Webinar ID: 895 8796 9602 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a041326sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 2 130 RIVER STREET 3 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 4 APRIL 13, 2026 5 MINUTES 6 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 7 Adams; Sarah Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 8 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 9 ALSO PRESENT: Shannon Barsotti-Assistant Town Manager; David Conwill-Planning Director; 10 Nick Cave-IT Director; Chris Bates and Bruce Lee-Clark-Energy Committee; Jack Rossiter- 11 Munley; Tim Payne; Andrew Hall; Ken Milman; Erin Williams; Adrian Camaro; Sarah Beth Ward; 12 Paul Ward; Debbie Matte; Sam Restino (via Zoom); 10 citizens; Jim Therrien-Bennington 13 Banner; David Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 14 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 15 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 17 2. VISION STATEMENT 18 Jim Sullivan read the Town's Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 19 August 24, 2020: 20 "Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 21 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life." 22 3. REORGANIZATION 23 Ed Woods moved and Jackie Matts seconded to nominate Jim Sullivan for Vice Chair. 24 The motion carried with Nancy White opposed. 25 Ed Woods moved and Clark Adams seconded to nominate Tom Haley for Chair. The 26 motion carried with Nancy White opposed. 27 Mr. Woods: Noted that the Board [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 23, 2026

Select Board

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6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda A. Minutes of March 9, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 5. Proposed Traffic Calming - Monument Avenue 6:25 PM - 6:55 PM 6. Discuss Remote Access & Participation for Select Board Meetings 6:55 PM - 7:25 PM 7. Manager's Report 7:25 PM - 7:35 PM 8. Upcoming Agenda 7:35 PM - 7:40 PM 9. Other Business 7:40 PM - 7:45 PM 10. Executive Session A. Contracts We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A 6:00 PM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, March 23, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 M:\Manager\Select Board\a03232026sbp
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10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 130 RIVER STREET BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 MARCH 23, 2026 MINUTES SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark Adams; Sarah Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White (at 6:04pm). SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Tom Haley-Chair. ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Housing, Community and Economic Development (HCED) Director and Assistant Town Manager; Jonah Spivak- Communications Coordinator; Mark Anders-Senior Transportation Planner at SBCRC; Kate Kost; Will Greer; Martha Mackey; Bridget Elder; Bradley Riggs; Tom Blakely; Ethan Biehl Brown; 12 citizens; David Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. At 6:01pm, Vice Chair Jim Sullivan called the meeting to order. Sarah Perrin moved and Clark Adams seconded to add Item #4A. Skate Park Bathroom to tonight’s agenda. The motion carried with Tom Haley absent. 1, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 2. VISION STATEMENT Jackie Matts read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on August 24, 2020: “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 3. CONSENT AGENDA A. MINUTES OF MARCH 9, 2026 B. WARRANTS C. LIQUOR LICENSES Jackie Matts moved and Ed Woods seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as presented: 3 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 9, 2026

Select Board

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M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, March 9, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room - 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 A G E N D A 6:00 PM 1. Pledge of Allegiance 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda A. Minutes of February 23, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 5. NBOSS at the Downtown Riverwalk and ArtsFest 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 6:25 PM - 6:50 PM 6. Review of Updated Conflict of Interest & Public Property Sign Policies 6:50 PM - 7:10 PM 7. Manager's Report 7:10 PM - 7:30 PM 8. Upcoming Agenda 7:30 PM - 7:35 PM 9. Other Business 7:35 PM - 7:40 PM We endeavor to host inclusiv e , accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquir i es about accessib ili ty, p l ease contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: pdansere a [email protected] or call 802-447 - 9715 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a03092026sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 MARCH 9, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 6 Adams; Sarah Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Housing, Community and 9 Economic Development (HCED) Director and Assistant Town Manager; David Conwill-Planning 10 Director; Ahmad Yassir and Michael McDonough-Better Bennington Corporation-Design 11 Committee; Kate Kost; Susan Plaisance; Keith Carey; Ken Milman; 6 citizens; David Coulter-CAT-12 TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 13 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 14 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 15 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 16 2. VISION STATEMENT 17 Tom Haley read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 18 August 24, 2020: 19 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 20 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 21 Sarah Perrin moved and Ed Woods seconded to add Item #4A. Multiple Myeloma to 22 tonight’s agenda. The motion carried unanimously. 23 3. CONSENT AGENDA 24 A. MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 23, 2026 25 B. WARRANTS 26 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 27 Clark Adams moved and Jackie Matts seconded to approve the Consent Agenda 28 amended as follows: 29 2 Minutes o [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 2, 2026

SW Tech & Annual Town Meeting

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1 TOWN OF BENNINGTON 1 2026 ANNUAL TOWN MEETING 2 BENNINGTON FIRE FACILITY 3 RIVER STREET, BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 4 MARCH 2, 2026 5 MINUTES 6 MODERATOR: Jason Morrissey 7 ALSO PRESENT: Bennington Select Board Members - Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Sarah Perrin; Ed 8 Woods; Jackie Matts; Clark Adams; and Nancy White; Dan Monks-Town Manager; Joan Pinsonneault-9 Treasurer; Kayla Thompson-Town Clerk; Shannon Barsotti-Director of Housing, Community, and Economic 10 Development Director and Assistant Town Manager; Jonah Spivak-Communication Coordinator; 11 Representatives Mary Morrisey and Will Greer; Senator Robert Plunkett; Ken Swierad; Justine Scanlon; Jenna 12 Caslin; Cara Welch; Peter Lawrence; Colleen Cordia and Wendy Lyons; Dave Yelts; Linda Putney; Todd Clark; 13 Connie Randall; Ralph Bennett; Mikayla Fisette; Cindy Murray; Daniel Redmond-Sign Language Interpreter; 14 ~75 citizens; Mike Cutler-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 15 1. MODERATOR OPENS MEETING; READS WARNING 16 At 7:00 p.m., Moderator Jason Morrissey called the meeting to order and noted that when someone 17 speaks they must be recognized. Mr. Morrissey announced anything not germane to tonight’s Agenda will not 18 be allowed. At that point the agenda for the Annual Meeting was reviewed: (1) reading of the Warning, (2) 19 Proclamations, (3) presentation from Shannon Barsotti-Housing, Community, and Economic Development 20 Director and Assistant Town Manager and Jonah [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of February 9, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. Vacant Property Ordinance Presentation 6:25 PM - 7:05 PM Jonah Spivak and Paul Dansereau 6. Community Survey Results 7:05 PM - 7:45 PM Jonah Spivak 7. Review CHIP Interest Forms 7:45 PM - 8:00 PM Shannon Barsotti 8. Manager's Report 8:00 PM - 8:10 PM Dan Monks 9. Upcoming Agenda 8:10 PM - 8:15 PM 10. Other Business 8:15 PM - 8:25 PM 11. Executive Session A. Personnel M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, February 23, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 A G E N D A 6:00 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a022326sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 2 130 RIVER STREET 3 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 4 FEBRUARY 23, 2026 S MINUTES 6 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 7 Adams; Sarah Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 8 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None 9 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Housing, Community and 10 Economic Development Director; Jonah Spivak-Communications Coordinator; Paul Dansereau- 11 Director of Facilities and Buildings; 3 citizens; Mike Cutler-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively- 12 Secretary. 13 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 14 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 15 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 16 2. VISION STATEMENT 17 Jim Sullivan read the Town's Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 18 August 241 2020: 19 "Bennington is a welcoming, engaged1 inclusive1 resilient community where everyone 20 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life." 21 3. CONSENT AGENDA 22 A. MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 9, 2026 23 B. WARRANTS 24 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 25 Sarah Perrin moved and Ed Woods seconded to approve the Consent Agenda amended 26 as follows: 27 Minutes of February 9, 2026, Line 387, Change "did agree" to "did not agree" 28 The motion carried with Jim Sullivan abstaining. 29 Ed Woods moved and Jim Sullivan seconded to accept the Warrants and Licenses as 30 presented. 1 31 Warrants - 32 #405072, Bolio Prop [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 9, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of January 26, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. FY2025 Audit Presentation 6:25 PM - 7:10 PM RHR Smith & Company 6. Tier 1B, Act 250 Exemption Discussion 7:10 PM - 7:40 PM BCRC 7. Policy for Standing Economic Development Committee 7:40 PM - 8:00 PM 8. PFAS Litigation Resolution 8:00 PM - 8:10 PM 9. Morgan Springs Contract 8:10 PM - 8:20 PM 10. Manager's Report 8:20 PM - 8:30 PM 11. Upcoming Agenda 8:30 PM - 8:35 PM 12. Other Business 8:35 PM - 8:45 PM A G E N D A 6:00 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, February 9, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a020926sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 FEBRUARY 9, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Ed Woods; Clark Adams; Sarah Perrin (in 6 at 6:27pm); Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 9 Director; Jonah Spivak-Communications Coordinator; Melissa Courier-Finance Director; David 10 Codwill-Planning Director; John Boulay, RHR Smith & Company Audit Manager; Nick Zaiac-BCRC 11 Regional Planner; Wendy Sharkey-Bennington Free Library Executive Director; Erin Williams; 12 Andrew Hall; Kate Kost; Chris Macksey; 7 citizens; Josh Boucher-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-13 Secretary. 14 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 15 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 17 2. VISION STATEMENT 18 Jackie Matts read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 19 August 24, 2020: 20 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 21 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life.” 22 3. CONSENT AGENDA 23 A. MINUTES OF JANUARY 26, 2026 24 B. WARRANTS 25 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 26 Clark Adams moved and Ed Woods seconded to approve the Consent Agenda amended 27 as follows: 28 Minutes of January 26, 2026, Line 302, Change “discussed th [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

Select Board

Select Board to approve Annual Town Meeting Warning

The Select Board will meet to approve the Annual Town Meeting Warning. The agenda includes presentations on the Local Emergency Management Plan and Cold Weather Annex, as well as a report from the Economic Development Committee.

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of January 3, 10 and 12, 2026 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. Local Emergency Management Plan and Cold 6:25 PM - 6:50 PM Weather Annex Presentation 6. Economic Development Committee Presentation 6:50 PM - 7:15 PM 7. Approve Annual Town Meeting Warning 7:15 PM - 7:25 PM 8. Manager's Report 7:25 PM - 7:35 PM 9. Upcoming Agenda 7:35 PM - 7:40 PM 10. Other Business 7:40 PM - 7:50 PM 11. Executive Session A. Contracts A G E N D A 6:00 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, January 26, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a012626sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 2 130 RIVER STREET 3 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 4 JANUARY 26, 2026 5 MINUTES 6 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 7 Adams; Sarah Perrin; Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 8 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 9 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 10 Director; Police Chief and Public Safety Officer Paul Doucette and Roxanne Carelli-Executive 11 Director of Operational Development and Shelter Services-Bennington Coalition for the 12 Homeless; Cookie Clickers-Robotics Qualifier; Jason and Jodie Lillie; Debbie Matte; 5 citizens; 13 Josh Boucher-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 14 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 15 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 16 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 17 2. VISION STATEMENT 18 Ed Woods read the Town's Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 19 August 24, 2020: 20 "Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community where everyone 21 regardless of identity shares in our vitality and benefits from an outstanding quality of life." 22 3. CONSENT AGENDA 23 A. MINUTES OF JANUARY 3, 10, AND 12, 2026 24 B. WARRANTS 25 C. LIQUOR LICENSES 26 Ed Woods moved and Jackie Matts seconded to approve the Consent Agenda amended 27 as follows: 28 Minutes of January 3, 2026, Line 155, Change "out. JI to "out with high visibility 29 markings. JI 30 Minutes of Janua [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 12, 2026

Select Board

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1. Pledge of Allegiance 6:00 PM - 6:05 PM 2. Vision Statement 3. Consent Agenda 6:05 PM - 6:10 PM A. Minutes of December 22, 2025 B. Warrants C. Licenses, if any 4. Public Comment 6:10 PM - 6:25 PM 5. SVMC Cancer Center addition Grant - 6:25 PM - 6:35 PM Approval of Grant Condition 6. Walloomsac Valley Path (Ninja Path) 6:35 PM - 6:55 PM Authorization to Bid 7. Hazard Mitigation Plan 6:55 PM - 7:10 PM 8. Energizer Sky Bridge License 7:10 PM - 7:20 PM 9. Sand Filter Upgrade Project - Final Design/Bond Vote 7:20 PM - 7:30 PM 10. Manager's Report 7:30 PM - 7:40 PM 11. Upcoming Agenda 7:40 PM - 7:45 PM 12. Other Business 7:45 PM - 7:55 PM A G E N D A 6:00 PM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Monday, January 12, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a011226sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD MEETING 1 130 RIVER STREET 2 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 3 JANUARY 12, 2026 4 MINUTES 5 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan-Vice Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 6 Adams; Sarah Perrin (at 6:30pm); Jackie Matts; and Nancy White. 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 8 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Community Development 9 Director; Melissa Courier-Finance Director (at 7:10pm); Michele Johnson-Human Resources and 10 Contracts Administrator (at 7:10pm); Attorney Jason Morrissey-SVMC Cancer Center; Mark 11 Anders-BCRC Planner Ninja Path Project Manager-Walloomsac Valley Path (Ninja Path); Dara 12 Zink-BCRC-Hazard Mitigation Plan; Bill Camarda-Executive Director-Bennington Rescue Squad; 13 Debbie Matte; Jack Rossiter-Munley; Erin Williams and Andrew Hall; Representative Will Greer; 14 Sherry Abendroth; Ken Milman; 8 citizens; Taber Coulter-CAT-TV; and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 15 At 6:00pm, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order. 16 Clark Adams moved and Ed Woods seconded to add Agenda Item 7A. Rescue Squad 17 Budget Presentation-Bill Camarda, Executive Director to the Agenda. The motion carried with 18 Sarah Perrin absent. 19 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 20 The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 21 2. VISION STATEMENT 22 Ed Woods read the Town’s Vision Statement that was adopted by the Select Board on 23 August 24, 2020: 24 “Bennington is a welcoming, engaged, inclusive, resilient community w [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Sat Jan 10, 2026

Special Meeting - Budget Work Session

Select Board to hold FY2027 budget work session

The Bennington Select Board is meeting to conduct a work session for the FY2027 budget. The board will review funding requests from specific organizations and finalize the General Fund Budget.

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Work Session FY2027 Budget 1. Bennington Free Library 8:00 AM - 8:15 AM 2. John G. McCullough Free Library 8:15 AM - 8:30 AM 3. North Bennington Recreation 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM 4. Bennington Rescue Squad 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM 5. Other Requests for Funding 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM 6. General Fund Budget & Follow-Up from January 3rd Budget Meeting 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM 7. Executive Session 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM A. Personnel 8. Finalize Budget 11:15 AM - 11:30 AM A G E N D A 8:00 AM We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Saturday, January 10, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 C:\Users\bantognioni\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.Outlook\LUJ8J8IG\a011026sbp (005)
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD BUDGET MEETING 1 BENNINGTON FIRE FACILITY 2 MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM - 3RD FLOOR 3 130 RIVER STREET 4 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 5 JANUARY 10, 2026 6 WORK SESSION FY2027 BUDGET MINUTES 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan Vice-Chair; Ed Woods (left @ 8 11:30am); Clark Adams; Jackie Matts; Sarah Perrin; and Nancy White. 9 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 10 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Shannon Barsotti-Director of Community 11 Development; Melissa Currier-Finance Director; Michele Johnson-Human Resources and Contracts 12 Administrator; Paul Dansereau-Director of Facilities and Buildings; Dan Cornell-Assistant Director 13 of Facilities and Buildings ; Wendy Sharkey-Bennington Free Library; Jennie Rozycki-John G. 14 McCullough Free Library; Mary Rogers-North Bennington Recreation; Greg Nesbit-Bennington 15 Rescue Squad Board Chair; 5 citizens; Jim Therrien-Bennington Banner; CAT-TV and Nancy H. 16 Lively-Secretary. 17 At 8:04am, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order and explained the Work Session 18 process. 19 1. BENNINGTON FREE LIBRARY 20 Wendy Sharkey, Bennington Free Library Executive Director, did the following 21 presentation: 22  Last year we were level funded and this year we’re requesting a 3% increase to $546,815. 23  We have set a 17% increase for our fundraising goals. 24  Plans for 2026 include energy efficiency improvements, building envelope sealing, and the 25 installatio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Sat Jan 3, 2026

Special Meeting - Budget Work Session

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Work Session FY2027 Budget 1. Bennington Fire Department 2. Bennington Police Department 3. Bennington Highway Department 4. Other Budget Questions We endeavor to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Paul Dansereau, Facilities Director: [email protected] or call 802-447-9715 A G E N D A 8:00 AM M E E T I N G N O T I C E BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD Saturday, January 3, 2026 Bennington Fire Facility Multi-Purpose Room – 3rd Floor 130 River Street Bennington, VT 05201 M:\Manager\Select Board\2026 Agendas\a010326sbp
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1 BENNINGTON SELECT BOARD BUDGET MEETING 1 BENNINGTON FIRE FACILITY 2 MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM - 3RD FLOOR 3 130 RIVER STREET 4 BENNINGTON, VERMONT 05201 5 JANUARY 3, 2026 6 WORK SESSION FY2026 BUDGET MINUTES 7 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Tom Haley-Chair; Jim Sullivan Vice-Chair; Ed Woods; Clark 8 Adams; Jackie Matts; Sarah Perrin; and Nancy White. 9 SELECT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: None. 10 ALSO PRESENT: Dan Monks-Town Manager; Melissa Currier-Finance Director; Michele Johnson-11 Human Resources and Contracts Administrator; Nathan Berres-Fire Chief; Scott Richmond-Assistant 12 Fire Chief; Paul Doucette-Police Chief and Public Safety Director; Paul Dansereau-Director of Facilities 13 and Buildings; ; R.J. Joly-Director of Public Works; Larry Gates-Assistant Director of Public Works; Kate 14 Kost; Kelly Carroll; 3 citizens; Jim Therrien-Bennington Banner; CAT-TV and Nancy H. Lively-Secretary. 15 At 8:04am, Chair Tom Haley called the meeting to order and explained the Work Session 16 process. 17 1. BENNINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENT 18 Police Chief and Public Safety Director Paul Doucette, Fire Chief Nathan Berres, and Assistant 19 Fire Chief Scott Richmond did the following presentation: 20  We have been able to recruit and bring people back to the Fire Department that had 21 previously left. 22  We plan to replace 4 sets of turn out gear this year at $5,300/set, or $21,200 - which 23 we do annually. We have been able to keep this down by using some funds from FY2 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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