Winooski, Vermont
Upcoming
Winooski Memorial Library Committee
The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will receive updates on library operations and discuss a move to 65 Winooski Falls Way, along with summer programming. The meeting includes public comment and committee member updates.
- Library updates on current operations
- Discussion of moving to 65 Winooski Falls Way
- Summer planning and programming
- Public comment period
Recent meetings
Liquor Control Board
The Winooski Liquor Control Board will consider and vote on a new Second Class Liquor License, Tobacco License, and Tobacco Endorsement License for Stewart's Shops at 262 Main Street. The meeting also includes a consent agenda and routine procedural items.
- Discussion/approval of new Second Class Liquor License for Stewart's Shops at 262 Main Street
- Discussion/approval of new Tobacco License for Stewart's Shops
- Discussion/approval of new Tobacco Endorsement License for Stewart's Shops
City Council
The Winooski City Council will discuss and vote on setting the municipal property tax rate for Fiscal Year 2027. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes, payroll and accounts payable warrants, several board and commission appointments, and a new external commission reporting procedure.
- Discussion and vote to set the FY27 municipal tax rate
- Appointment of Jaqueline Thomas to the Housing Commission
- Appointment of Dana Howe and Carly Schneider to the SHCP
- Approval of a new External Commission Reporting Procedure
- Approval of payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling multiple periods
City Council
This is a notice of a quorum for a tour of 2 Community Way (housing project at lot 7D). No official City Council actions will occur; the notice fulfills Vermont Open Meeting Law requirements.
- Tour of housing project at 2 Community Way, lot 7D
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the Winooski Unified Land Use and Development Regulations, covering Sections 4.2, 4.6, 4.7, 5.14, 6.8, 6.11, and Article IX (Site Design Elements). The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and City Staff.
- Discussion of amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations Sections 4.2, 4.6, 4.7, 5.14, 6.8, 6.11, and Article IX (Site Design Elements)
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from June 11, 2026
- Public comment on items not on the agenda
- Updates from Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and City Staff
City Council
The Winooski City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) focusing on gentle infill development. Members will also discuss a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals, a housing trust fund partnership with EastRise Credit Union, and updates to parking management agreements and metered rates. Standard approvals for payroll, board appointments, and sidewalk permits are scheduled for the consent agenda.
- Amendments to Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) for gentle infill
- Proposed cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals (STR)
- Memorandum of Understanding with EastRise Credit Union for Housing Trust Fund Programs
- Parking Management Agreements for Abenaki and Nedde garages
- Resolution to establish new metered parking rates and update enforcement holidays
Planning Commission
The Winooski Planning Commission will discuss the draft Building Typologies Study and the 2027 Comprehensive Plan's draft land use and economic vitality goals. The commission will also receive an update on Green Mountain Power's petition for a Certificate of Public Good. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion of draft Building Typologies Study
- Review of draft Land Use Goals and Actions for the 2027 Comprehensive Plan
- Review of draft Economic Vitality Goals and Actions for the 2027 Comprehensive Plan
- Update on Green Mountain Power's petition for a Certificate of Public Good
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
Inclusion and Belonging Commission
The Inclusion and Belonging and Safe, Healthy, Connected People commissions will hold a joint meeting to consider a proposed policy requiring background checks for commissioners. The draft policy is available for review. Other agenda items include approving previous minutes and public comment.
- Discussion and possible approval of a Commissioner Background Check Policy
- Approval of minutes from the April 13, 2026 meeting
Development Review Board
The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on a continued final subdivision review application for 197-205 West Allen St. They will also hear an appeal of the Zoning Administrator's decision regarding 280 East Allen St. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
- Public hearing on final subdivision review for 197-205 West Allen St. (continued from May 21, 2026)
- Public hearing on appeal of zoning administrator decision for 280 East Allen St.
- Approve minutes from May 21, 2026 meeting
- Public comment on non-agenda topics
Finance Commission
The Winooski Finance Commission will discuss its own role and structure, vote on appointing a chair, vice chair, and secretary, and hold a discussion on community engagement for the draft Comprehensive Plan's Economic Vitality Goals & Objectives. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.
- Discussion: Commission Role & Structure
- Approve Commission Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
- Discussion: Community Engagement for Draft Comprehensive Plan – Economic Vitality Goals & Objectives (see PDF)
Winooski Memorial Library Committee
This meeting of the Winooski Memorial Library Committee was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No business was conducted.
City Council
The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to determine necessity and just compensation for temporary and permanent rights from the Woolen Mill for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge Project. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to Chapter 15 Parking, and discuss a reserve assignment for the Abenaki Garage. The consent agenda includes approvals of a Pride Month resolution, an Immigrant Heritage Month/World Refugee Day resolution, downtown block party permits, a sidewalk permit at 65 Winooski Falls Way, and a Finance Commission appointment for Alejandra Lopez.
- Public hearing and decision on necessity and just compensation for Burlington-Winooski Bridge project rights from the Woolen Mill
- Public hearing and adoption of amendments to Winooski Code Chapter 15 Parking
- Discussion/approval of reserve assignment for the Abenaki Garage
- Resolution recognizing June as Pride Month in Winooski
- Resolution recognizing Immigrant Heritage Month and World Refugee Day
Municipal Infrastructure Commission
The Winooski Municipal Infrastructure Commission will discuss technical plans for a bridge project, East and West Park concepts, and the Brisson-Cedar Street stormwater improvement. The agenda also covers approving previous minutes, introducing a new commissioner, and receiving updates from city staff and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission. No binding decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of Base Technical Concept Plans for the Bridge Project
- Review of East and West Park ideas and April 2026 open house feedback
- Discussion of the Brisson-Cedar Street Stormwater Improvement Project
- Approval of the March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
- Introduction of a new Municipal Infrastructure Commissioner
Development Review Board
The Development Review Board will approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will then hold a public hearing on the final subdivision review application for 197‑205 West Allen Street, reviewing the submitted architectural, boundary, civil, lighting, landscaping, and water‑wastewater plans. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Approve previous meeting minutes
- Public hearing on final subdivision review application – 197‑205 West Allen St.
- Review architectural plan set for 197‑205 West Allen St.
- Review water and wastewater allocation request for 197‑205 West Allen St.
- Review lighting and landscaping details for 197‑205 West Allen St.
Local Resources Advisory Board
The Local Resources Advisory Board will discuss the Building Typologies Project, including a briefing on affordable housing infill models and recommended zoning changes. They will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive city updates.
- Discussion of Building Typologies Project with documents on affordable housing infill models
- Review of recommended zoning changes dated April 22, 2026
- Approval of minutes from March 23 and April 8, 2026 meetings
Housing Commission
The Winooski Housing Commission will discuss and potentially approve a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals for FY27. They will also review findings from an equitable housing needs assessment stakeholder interview and meet the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission's Economic Mobility Officer. Additionally, the commission will discuss questions for an FY27 landlord survey.
- Discussion/Approval: Cap on Non-Owner Occupied Short-term Rentals (STR Cap FY27)
- Discussion: Equitable Housing Needs Assessment Stakeholder Interview with the Housing Commission
- Discussion: Meet the CCRPC's Economic Mobility Officer
- Discussion: FY27 Landlord Survey Questions
Liquor Control Board
The Liquor Control Board will discuss and vote on a renewal application for Mattarello Bakery at 25 Winooski Falls Way, Suite 110, which includes a sidewalk permit and a restaurant application. The board will also consider a new sidewalk permit for Queen City Paw Spa at 25 Winooski Falls Way, Suite 108. Both items are listed under the meeting's discussion/approval agenda.
- Renewal of Mattarello Bakery (Suite 110) – sidewalk permit and restaurant application
- New sidewalk permit for Queen City Paw Spa (Suite 108)
City Council
The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing on condemnation for temporary and permanent rights related to the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project. The council will also discuss and potentially approve amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) concerning Character of the Area Considerations and a new Gentle Infill section. Additional items include a proposed short-term public art policy, introduction of parking ordinance amendments, and goal updates on housing and safe/healthy communities.
- Public hearing on condemnation for temporary and permanent rights for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project
- Discussion and possible approval of ULUDR amendments for Character of the Area Considerations
- Introduction of amendments to Chapter 15 Parking ordinance and setting a public hearing date
- Discussion and possible approval of a Short-Term Public Art Policy
- Approval of Winooski Farmers Market event permit application
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss the Equitable Housing Needs Assessment Focus Group and debrief the April 23 meeting to identify next Uniform Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) topics. They will also consider approving minutes from March and April, and hear updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and city staff.
- Discussion: Equitable Housing Needs Assessment Focus Group
- Debrief from April 23 meeting with next ULUDR topics
- Approval of March 26 and April 23 meeting minutes
- Updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and City Staff
Local Resources Advisory Board
This meeting was rescheduled due to a lack of quorum. The board will discuss the Building Typologies Project, including affordable housing infill models and recommended zoning changes. They will also approve previous meeting minutes and take public comment.
- Rescheduled meeting due to lack of quorum
- Approve previous meeting minutes (April 8, 2026)
- Discussion: Building Typologies Project - Affordable Housing Infill Models
- Recommended Zoning Changes (document dated 4.22.2026)
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission
The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will review a draft Short Term Public Art Policy and determine whether there will be vacant commission seats for terms ending June 30, 2026. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and updates from liaisons.
- Review draft Short Term Public Art Policy
- Determine vacant commission seats for terms ending June 30, 2026
- Approve previous meeting minutes from April 14, 2026
- Public comment period for topics not on agenda
- Liaison updates from Inclusion and Belonging Commission, City Council, and City Staff
Finance Commission
The Winooski Finance Commission will hold a discussion on the Competitive Purchasing and Proposal Solicitation Procedure. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the City Council and Inclusion & Belonging Commission. No votes or specific proposals are listed.
- Discussion of Competitive Purchasing and Proposal Solicitation Procedure
- City Council Liaison Update
- Inclusion & Belonging Commission Update
- Approval of previous meeting minutes
City Council
The Winooski City Council is holding a retreat to review Fiscal Year 2026 performance and discuss/approve the Fiscal Year 2027 workplan, including policy priorities and operational plans. They will also brainstorm for Fiscal Year 2028. Public comment is included for agenda items.
- Discussion/Approval: Fiscal Year 2026 Review and FY27 Workplan Overview
- Discussion/Approval: Fiscal Year 2028 Brainstorm
- Documents attached: FY27 Policy Priorities and Strategies, FY27 operational workplans
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
Liquor Control Board
The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and vote on conditional liquor licenses and entertainment permits for four establishments. The agenda covers new applications at 476 Main Street, 30 Main Street, and 20 Winooski Falls Way, along with a license renewal at 60 West Street. These approvals determine which businesses may legally sell alcohol or host entertainment.
- Conditional first and third class liquor licenses for Sabor Ecuatoriano JA LLC at 476 Main Street
- Entertainment permits for Monkey Hospitality at 30 Main Street and Waterworks at 20 Winooski Falls Way
- Conditional second class liquor license and tobacco licenses for Hickok & River at 60 West Street
City Council
The City Council will discuss the Chittenden Solid Waste District's annual report and proposed FY2027 budget, consider adopting a new policy on temporary work agreements, and review a draft short-term public art policy. Routine consent items include approvals of meeting minutes, payroll and accounts payable warrants, several heritage month resolutions, and a charter amendment for the Inclusion and Belonging Commission.
- Discussion of Chittenden Solid Waste District FY2027 proposed budget
- Consider adopting a policy on temporary work agreements
- Consider adopting a short-term public art policy
- Approval of resolutions for AANHPI, Jewish American, Older Americans, and Mental Health Awareness months
- Approval of Inclusion and Belonging Commission charter amendment to specify staff liaison
City Council
The Winooski City Council will hold public discussions on several governance topics including a review of all city commissions, committees, and boards, commissioner compensation, a draft background check policy for applicants and seated commissioners, and whether the current commission structure supports strategic priorities. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.
- Discussion: Review of Commissions, Committees, & Boards, with a memorandum from Deputy Mayor Bryn Oakleaf
- Discussion: City Council Liaison Expectations, with a memorandum from Mayor Thomas Renner
- Discussion: Commissioner Compensation, with a memorandum from Finance Director Angela Aldieri and City Manager Elaine Wang
- Discussion: Background Checks for Applicants and Seated Commissioners, including a draft policy
- Discussion: Assessing Whether the Current Commission Structure Best Supports Strategic Vision and City Priorities
Planning Commission
The Winooski Planning and Housing Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) to enable gentle infill development. The commission will also review draft building typologies and receive updates from the mayor and city staff.
- Public hearing on amendments to ULUDR Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, and Article IX (gentle infill)
- Discussion of draft building typologies for affordable housing infill models
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from March 26, 2026
- City updates from Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and staff
Liquor Control Board
The Winooski Liquor Control Board will consider several permit applications and renewals. Items include a new sidewalk and outside consumption permit for Donwoori Korean LLC at 22 Main Street, conditional renewal of liquor and tobacco licenses for Hickok & River LLC at 60 Hickok Street, and entertainment permit renewals for Four Quarters at 70 Main Street and SPECS at 7 West Canal Street.
- New sidewalk and outside consumption permit for Donwoori Korean LLC at 22 Main Street
- Conditional renewal of Second Class Liquor License, Tobacco License, and Tobacco Substitute Endorsement for Hickok & River LLC at 60 Hickok Street
- Renewal of Entertainment Permit for Four Quarters at 70 Main Street
- Renewal of Entertainment Permit for SPECS at 7 West Canal Street
City Council
The Winooski City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items including grant applications for federal funding. Key items include Congressionally Directed Spending Requests for Police Department renovation, Library Expansion, and a Public Safety Radio Communication System. The council will also review a Treasurer's report for Q3 FY2026 and a draft Temporary Work Agreement Policy.
- Approval of Congressionally Directed Spending Requests for Police Department Renovation, Library Expansion, and Public Safety Radio Communication System
- Approval of Justice Assistant Grant Application by Police Chief Justin Huizenga
- Request for additional Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) for Burlington-Winooski Bridge Project detour area
- Discussion of Treasurer's Reports for Fiscal Year 2026 Quarter 3 (January–March)
- Discussion of Temporary Work Agreement Policy draft
Development Review Board
The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on a preliminary subdivision application for 50 Park Street, which includes plans for two buildings and an armory redevelopment with a VHCB housing subsidy covenant. The board will also review a sketch plan for a development at 5-17 Gabe's Way. Previous meeting minutes and other updates are on the agenda.
- Public hearing on preliminary subdivision review for 50 Park Street, including two buildings and an armory redevelopment
- Sketch plan review for 5-17 Gabe's Way
- Documents include findings and decision for 255 Lafountain Street
- Zoning permit documents for 8X Franklin Street attached
Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission
The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will meet to discuss the Parks and Open Space Master Plan. The meeting includes a session for public comment on agenda items.
- Parks and Open Space Master Plan check in
Inclusion and Belonging Commission
The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will discuss and potentially approve conducting an equitable housing needs assessment interview with Professor Kelly Hamshaw of UVM. They will also discuss the role of the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission and consider a working agreement for the commission. Additionally, the commission will discuss setting a regular meeting schedule for even months and updates to ULUDR language.
- Discussion/Approval: Equitable Housing Needs Assessment Interview with Professor Kelly Hamshaw at UVM
- Discussion: Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission Role — Cymone Bedford (Economic Mobility Manager)
- Discussion/Approval: Working Agreement for I & B
- Discussion/Approval: Set Meeting Date & Time for Every Even Month
- Discussion: ULUDR Updates to Language
Local Resources Advisory Board
The Local Resources Advisory Board will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the proposed development at 197-205 West Allen Street (ZON26-45). The agenda includes a sketch plan review with supporting documents. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive city updates.
- Certificate of Appropriateness Review for ZON26-45 at 197-205 West Allen Street
- Sketch plan, architectural plans, site plan, landscaping details, and exterior fixture specs reviewed
- Property is listed on the State Historic Register
- Approval of previous meeting minutes from March 11, 2026
- City updates and other business