Jericho, Vermont

Community Development Corporation

The Jericho Community Development Corporation will discuss updates regarding the Railroad Circle property. The body will also review information concerning other potential sites for housing in Jericho.

• Updates concerning the Railroad Circle property
• Information regarding other potential Jericho sites for housing

Mobbs Farm Committee

The Mobbs Farm Committee will meet to discuss updates on trail signage and the Rabbit Tracks work plan. The body will also review the budget and reports on blowdown and fruit tree planting.

• Rabbit Tracks work plan update
• Budget review
• Pear and apple planting report
• Trail Signage update
• Blowdown report

Jericho Energy Task Force

The Jericho Energy Task Force will discuss how to appear jointly at the Jericho Farmers Market on September 3, 2026. It will also discuss preparations for an event with the Underhill Energy Committee at Mils Riverside Park on September 22, 2026, including jobs, participants, and food. The meeting will conclude with any other business.

• Joint appearance at Jericho Farmers Market – September 3, 2026
• Event planning with Underhill Energy Committee at Mils Riverside Park – September 22, 2026

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will meet to appoint a new town lister, review tax rates, and consider approving the discontinuation of a section of Railroad Circle. The agenda also includes updates on the Highway Department, Wastewater Task Force, and a review of the Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force report.

• Appoint Nate Zynenburg as a Lister
• Review and consider approval of Tax Rate
• Review and consider approval of discontinuing Railroad Circle
• Review and consider approval of Harvest Market
• Approve Liquor License for Yogurt & Sandwich

Conservation Commission

The commission will provide updates on active projects including the Town Forest Dam removal and tree planting grants. Members will also discuss a coexistence policy for wildlife such as bears and beavers.

• Town Forest Dam removal and community outreach
• Tree planting grant and volunteer tree care outreach
• Road salt reduction workshop/discussion session
• Wildlife coexistence policy for bear, beaver, and others

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

The board will review the Secretary's report, financial report, building updates, and the Library Director's report. No old or new business has been submitted for this meeting.

Affordable Housing Committee

The Jericho Affordable Housing Committee will hold a remote meeting to approve April minutes, discuss the Select Board's 'Enable Housing' policy, and review updates on work plan projects.

• Approve April minutes
• Discussion of Select Board's Enable Housing
• Update from Waste-Water Task Force
• Q&A for potential new member(s)
• Review work plan projects

Wastewater Task Force

The task force will review system options and costs based on new disposal capacity estimates. Members will also receive an update on various development scenarios.

• Workshop on system options and costs with Jon Ashley of Dubois & King
• Update on Development Scenarios with Gabby Voeller of SE Group
• Decision on parameters for a preferred alternative to complete the 90% PER

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and gather community input. Members will also follow up on several ongoing projects including trail signage, crosswalk identification, and bike rack installations.

• Trail Signage JTF follow-up
• Crosswalk Identification List review
• Bike rack installation planning
• Kiosk installation planning
• Speed control discussion for Ross Lane

The committee reviewed several ongoing connectivity items including bike rack installations and speed control on Ross Lane. Members discussed future trail modifications following the JTF Damn Removal and planned for a Walk/Bike/Roll to school event on October 7th.

• Approved June meeting minutes
• Removed Crosswalk Identification List from active items until fall
• Identified potential bike rack locations at Town Square, Community Center, Jericho Ale and Bean, and Town Hall

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

El Comité de Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusión considerará y votará las actas de la reunión de junio. Recibirá actualizaciones sobre tres proyectos: el envío de boletas de voto ausente, un grupo de lectura y una presentación ante el Selectboard. El comité revisará los aspectos más destacados de otros comités municipales y planificará la agenda de agosto, además de permitir comentarios del público y cualquier otro asunto.

• Aprobar las actas de junio
• Actualización de proyecto – envío de boletas de voto ausente
• Actualización de proyecto – grupo de lectura
• Actualización de proyecto – presentación al Selectboard
• Planificar la agenda de agosto

Jericho Energy Task Force

El Jericho Energy Task Force y el Underhill Energy Committee se reunieron conjuntamente para discutir y planificar el Jericho Farmers Market 2026 y una feria de vehículos eléctricos (EVent/e-fair) programada para septiembre. Los puntos incluyen logística, publicidad, actividades, expositores y diseño del sitio para ambos eventos. La reunión también incluye comentarios del público y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Periodo de comentarios públicos a las 17:32
• Planificación del Jericho Farmers Market 2026: logística, publicidad, actividades, montaje y personal para el evento del 3 de septiembre
• Planificación de la EVent/e-fair: sede asegurada en Mills River Park el 22 de septiembre; discusión sobre exhibiciones, vendedores, e-bikes, comida, música, presupuesto y diseño del sitio
• Revisión y aprobación de las actas del UEC del 18 de junio de 2026

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Jericho aprobará las actas de la reunión del 2 de junio de 2026. Discutirá el cronograma del proyecto Enable Housing y considerará recomendaciones para los Desarrollos de Unidades Planificadas (Planned Unit Developments) de casas pequeñas. La comisión también recibirá informes del planificador municipal y de representantes de enlace antes de la sesión de clausura.

• Aprobar las actas de la reunión de la Comisión de Planificación del 2 de junio de 2026
• Discutir Enable Housing – Cronograma del Proyecto
• Revisar Enable Housing – Desarrollos de Unidades Planificadas (Planned Unit Developments) de casas pequeñas (recomendaciones y discusión)
• Informes del Planificador Municipal y funcionarios de enlace
• Otros asuntos antes de la clausura

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the June 16, 2026, meeting. The commission also reviewed a project schedule for 'Enable Housing' which includes upcoming public hearings and an open house.

• Approved June 16, 2026, meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Selectboard

La Junta de Selectados de Jericho llevará a cabo una reunión especial que incluye un período de comentarios públicos seguido de una sesión ejecutiva para asuntos de personal y legales. No se enumeran otros temas de negocios en la agenda.

• Comentarios públicos a las 6:00 p.m.
• Sesión ejecutiva sobre asuntos de personal y legales

Community Development Corporation

La Jericho Community Development Corporation escuchará comentarios de la Secretaria Municipal Jessica Alexander sobre propiedades ejecutadas u otras propiedades que puedan servir como sitios de vivienda asequible. La junta también discutirá actualizaciones sobre la propiedad de Railroad Circle. Los comentarios del público y la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior también están en la agenda.

• Comentarios de la Secretaria Municipal Jessica Alexander sobre propiedades de Jericho ejecutadas u otras para vivienda asequible
• Discusión de actualizaciones concernientes a la propiedad de Railroad Circle
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 28 de mayo de 2026

The JCDC approved the previous meeting's minutes. Members established next steps to investigate potential affordable housing sites on Rt. 15 and Lee River Rd., including contacting banks and property owners.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized Bob Mulcahy to contact a bank regarding the 146 Rt. 15 property
• Authorized Peter Booth to contact Matt Edson regarding 189 Lee River Rd.

Selectboard

Esta es una reunión especial del Selectboard de Jericho con una agenda limitada. La junta recibirá comentarios públicos y luego convocará a una sesión ejecutiva para discutir asuntos de personal y legales. No se menciona otro negocio.

• Sesión ejecutiva para discusiones de personal y legales
• Periodo de comentarios públicos a las 4:00 p.m.

Development Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de Desarrollo considerará dos solicitudes: una subdivisión de múltiples lotes en 2 Railroad Circle por parte de la Jericho Community Development Corporation, y una enmienda a una revisión de uso condicional para el uso adaptativo de un granero histórico en 3 Brown's Trace por Grant Allendorf. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión del 13 de mayo de 2026.

• Solicitud de subdivisión de múltiples lotes por parte de Jericho Community Development Corporation en 2 Railroad Circle en el Distrito de Zonificación de Jericho Corners
• Enmienda a la revisión de uso condicional para el uso adaptativo de un granero histórico en 3 Brown's Trace en el Distrito de Zonificación Residencial Rural por Grant Allendorf
• Aprobación de las actas del 13 de mayo de 2026

The Development Review Board approved the previous meeting's minutes. The board also closed the public hearing regarding an amendment to a conditional use review for an historic barn at 3 Brown’s Trace.

• Closed public hearing for 3 Brown’s Trace adaptive reuse (5-0)
• Approved May 13, 2026 minutes (5-0)

Mobbs Farm Committee

El Mobbs Farm Committee discutirá la propuesta de Fatigate y los siguientes pasos, revisará el presupuesto antes de la fecha límite del cierre del año en junio, y escuchará actualizaciones sobre Riley's Bridge Repair y un pago de contrato relacionado con FOTW. El comité también planea reclutar nuevos miembros.

• Propuesta de Fatigate y siguientes pasos
• Revisión del presupuesto y fecha límite del cierre del año fiscal en junio
• Actualización de Riley's Bridge Repair
• Pago de contrato de FOTW / estatus con la organización / salida de Eric
• Actualización sobre el reclutamiento de nuevos miembros para el MFC

The Mobbs Farm Committee voted unanimously to move forward with Rabbit Tracks Trail Works' $8,407 proposal for drainage improvements and a new boardwalk. Members reviewed the FY'26 budget of $14,000 and discussed the $2,000 FOTW contract, agreeing to increase volunteer maintenance to preserve skilled work hours. The next meeting is July 27.

• Approved minutes of June 1 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $8,407 Rabbit Tracks proposal for trail drainage and boardwalk (unanimous)
• Agreed to purchase materials before FYE'26 and invoice in FY'27
• Noted $12,972 FY'26 expenses within $14,000 budget
• Discussed FOTW contract at $2,000 covering ~70 hours; planned increased volunteer maintenance
• Identified potential BPCC funding for Out & Back Trail restoration and bench placement

Selectboard

El Selectboard de Jericho revisará y considerará la aprobación de una enmienda a la Ordenanza de Mascotas Domésticas, la compra de guardarraíles utilizando fondos presupuestados y varios nombramientos. También discutirán alternativas de sal y recibirán una actualización sobre el Grupo de Trabajo de Aguas Residuales (Wastewater Task Force). La reunión incluye comentarios del público y posible sesión ejecutiva.

• Revisar y considerar la aprobación de la enmienda a la Ordenanza de Mascotas Domésticas de Jericho
• Revisar y considerar la aprobación de la factura de Lafayette para comprar guardarraíles utilizando fondos presupuestados de FY26 y FY27
• Nombrar a Dan Smith como representante ante el Chittenden County Communications Union District y renombrar a Chris Shaheen como representante de CCRPC PAC
• Aprobar la solicitud de catering para Griffin Riders LLC en Mansfield Barn los días 11, 18, 19 y 31 de julio
• Discusión de alternativas de sal con Lance Polya

The Selectboard voted 4-0 to adopt an amended Domestic Pet Ordinance, incorporating town attorney suggestions including adding 'in a menacing manner' and reducing fines for uncontested violations. They also approved a $12,060 guardrail expenditure plus $2,750 from Lafayette Highway Specialists (4-0) and appointed Dan Smith to the Chittenden County Communications Union District (4-0). The board approved the FY26 audit engagement letter from Sullivan, Powers & Co. (4-0) and reappointed Chris Shaheen to the CCRPC PAC (4-0). Discussion of salt alternatives occurred without a vote, and updates were given on the Wastewater Task Force and town administrator interviews.

• Adopted amended Jericho Domestic Pet Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved $12,060 guardrail purchase from Lafayette Highway Specialists plus $2,750 additional expenditure (4-0)
• Appointed Dan Smith as representative to Chittenden County Communications Union District (4-0)
• Approved FY26 audit engagement letter from Sullivan, Powers & Co. (4-0)
• Reappointed Chris Shaheen as CCRPC PAC representative (4-0)
• Approved catering request for Griffin Riders LLC at Mansfield Barn on July 11, 19, 19, and 31, 2026 (4-0)

Conservation Commission

La Comisión de Conservación de Jericho discutirá las Reglas de Humedales de Vermont (Vermont Wetland Rules) y su intersección con las Regulaciones NRO de Jericho, recibirá actualizaciones sobre el proyecto de la Presa del Bosque Municipal (Town Forest Dam) y proyectos de subvenciones para la plantación de árboles, y discutirá otros asuntos incluyendo una política de coexistencia con la vida silvestre para osos y castores.

• Discusión de las VT Wetland Rules y las Jericho NRO Regs
• Actualización del proyecto Town Forest Dam
• Actualización de proyecto(s) de subvención para la plantación de árboles
• Discusión de la política de coexistencia con la vida silvestre (oso, castor, etc.)
• Jornadas de trabajo voluntario

The Jericho Conservation Commission tabled approval of April minutes, awarded a $19,000 contract to Blow & Coat for the Town Forest Dam removal, and secured an additional $30,000 to include a full repair feasibility study for the Cilley Hill Dam. The group also agreed to strengthen NRO language regarding environmental consultant selection and the DRB's role, and heard an update on the wastewater study (60% complete) targeting 100-300 homes in the Riverside area.

• Tabled approval of April meeting minutes until next meeting
• Awarded $19,000 dam removal contract at Town Forest to low bidder Blow & Coat
• Secured $30,000 additional funding for Cilley Hill Dam full repair feasibility study
• Agreed to strengthen NRO language on DRB role and environmental consultant selection
• Noted that under Vermont Fish & Wildlife guidelines, the 100-foot vernal pool buffer should be maintained unless an impact study shows otherwise

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Jericho discutirá recomendaciones para casas de huéspedes y pensiones como parte de la iniciativa Enable Housing, y también considerará recomendaciones sobre Desarrollos de Unidades de Planificación. La reunión incluye comentarios del público y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Discusión sobre la habilitación de casas de huéspedes y pensiones (6:45 pm)
• Discusión y recomendación sobre Desarrollos de Unidades de Planificación (7:15 pm)
• Aprobación de las actas del 2 de junio de 2026

The commission approved minutes from June 2. They discussed whether to remove rooming/boarding houses as a separate land use and reached consensus to treat them as single-family dwellings, but took no formal vote. They also considered refining PUD review triggers and leaned toward option B (major subdivision plus zoning district), again without a vote. No public comment was heard.

• Approved June 2, 2026 minutes (6-0-1)

Wastewater Task Force

El Grupo de Trabajo de Aguas Residuales de Jericho recibirá actualizaciones del proyecto, revisará los hallazgos del análisis de montículos sobre la capacidad de eliminación y discutirá la programación de una reunión suplementaria para reducir las alternativas preferidas. No se esperan decisiones finales; esta es una sesión de trabajo.

• Revisión de los hallazgos del análisis de montículos con respecto a la capacidad de eliminación
• Actualizaciones del proyecto incluyendo cronograma y próximos pasos del grupo de trabajo
• Actualizaciones de subgrupos: alcance, financiamiento/financiación, ingeniería
• Discusión sobre la programación de una reunión suplementaria para reducir las alternativas preferidas
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 14 de mayo de 2026

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force approved the minutes from the May 14, 2026 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting consisted of project, outreach, financing, engineering, and scenario study updates and discussions.

• Approved May 14, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

La Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Jericho recibirá informes de rutina (secretario, financiero, de edificios, director de la biblioteca) y considerará una propuesta del grupo Friends' para renovar el mobiliario de exterior y deshierbar el jardín delantero. La reunión concluye con una sesión ejecutiva. No se presentó otro asunto.

• Proyecto al aire libre del grupo Friends' – renovación de mobiliario de exterior y deshierbe del jardín delantero

The Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees approved the minutes from May 12, 2026 and accepted the treasurer's report, which noted funds moved to CDs for higher interest. The board discussed building improvements, a new Library of Things item, and the upcoming transition as Director Catherine Bass prepares to leave July 31. No substantive policy decisions or votes were taken beyond routine approvals.

• Approved minutes of May 12, 2026
• Accepted treasurer's report

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

El Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee votará para nombrar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro y discutirá temas de seguimiento que incluyen señalización de senderos, una lista de identificación de pasos de peatones y portabicicletas de Local Motion. Los miembros también compartirán un resumen de la Vermont Bike/Walk Summit celebrada el 8 de mayo. La reunión incluye aportes de la comunidad y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Votación para aceptar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro del comité
• Seguimiento de la señalización de senderos (proyecto JTF)
• Discusión de la lista de identificación de pasos de peatones
• Actualización sobre los portabicicletas disponibles de Local Motion
• Resumen de la Vermont Bike/Walk Summit (8 de mayo)

The committee approved the purchase of two benches and a picnic table for approximately $2,500, as well as a bike repair station and a secondary pump for the library for $1,200. The committee also discussed trail signage, crosswalks, and speed control on Ross Lane, but did not set specific dates for these items.

• Approved $1,200 bike repair station and secondary pump for library
• Approved benches and picnic table purchase up to $2,500
• Discussed speed bumps and planters at Select Board meeting
• Discussed trail signage, crosswalks, and bike rack installation dates
• Discussed speed control on Ross Lane and landowner outreach

Selectboard

El Jericho Selectboard considerará varias aprobaciones, incluyendo una apropiación de $200,000 de fondos no asignados para la reparación estructural de la Jericho Town Library, según lo votado en marzo. Otros puntos incluyen la aprobación de una Oferta Irrevocable de Dedicación para Black Walnut Lane, la licitación adjudicada para el Town Forest Dam Removal, trabajos de Jericho Center Survey, y una Política de Impuestos Delinquentes con una penalización del 4%. La junta también recibirá una actualización sobre el Wastewater Task Force y podrá entrar en sesión ejecutiva sobre asuntos de personal, legales y de bienes raíces.

• Apropiar $200,000 de fondos no asignados para la reparación estructural de la Jericho Town Library
• Aprobar la Oferta Irrevocable de Dedicación para Black Walnut Lane
• Aprobar la licitación adjudicada para el Town Forest Dam Removal
• Aprobar la Política de Impuestos Delinquentes con una penalización del 4% después de cada cuota vencida
• Actualización sobre el Wastewater Task Force

The board appropriated $200,000 from unassigned funds for structural repairs to the Jericho Town Library, as voted in March. It also permanently approved the 4% delinquent tax penalty after each installment. The board accepted a $19,050 bid for the Town Forest dam removal and approved a road dedication for Black Walnut Lane with conditions.

• Appropriated $200,000 from unassigned funds for Jericho Town Library structural repair (5-0)
• Permanently approved delinquent tax policy of 4% penalty after each installment due (5-0)
• Accepted Blow & Cote’s bid of $19,050 for Town Forest dam removal (5-0)
• Approved Irrevocable Offer of Dedication for Black Walnut Lane, with requirement HOA install culvert (5-0)
• Agreed to wait before sending Selectboard letter on delinquent dog licenses
• Discussed Jericho Center survey work for library foundation drain (no formal action)

Board of Civil Authority

La Junta de Autoridad Civil de Jericho se reunirá para revisar las solicitudes para agregar y eliminar votantes de la lista, y para llevar a cabo la capacitación de los trabajadores electorales. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y escuchará comentarios del público. La reunión es de carácter procedimental sin decisiones de política o partidas presupuestarias.

• Revisión de solicitudes para la adición a la lista de votantes
• Revisión de solicitudes para la eliminación de la lista de votantes
• Sesión de capacitación para trabajadores electorales
• Revisión y aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 10 de febrero de 2026
• Periodo de comentarios públicos

The board approved the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. Applications to add or delete names from the Jericho voter checklist were both postponed to the next meeting. The board adjourned after a motion to do so was approved.

• Approved February 10, 2026 meeting minutes (motion by Carol Smith, approved)
• Tabled addition applications to voter checklist (postponed to next meeting)
• Tabled deletion applications from voter checklist (postponed to next meeting)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (motion by Mike Weinberg, approved)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Jericho llevará a cabo discusiones sobre dos componentes clave de la iniciativa Enable Housing: la Tabla de Usos y las regulaciones de densidad. La reunión incluye comentarios del público, la aprobación de las actas anteriores e informes del planificador de la ciudad y de los enlaces.

• Discusión y evaluación de la Tabla de Usos de Enable Housing
• Discusión y evaluación de las regulaciones de densidad de Enable Housing
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 19 de mayo de 2026
• Informe del Planificador de la Ciudad
• Informes de los enlaces

The Planning Commission reviewed proposed zoning amendments to 'Enable Housing' and discussed updating district purpose statements. The group debated allowing fourplexes and small apartment buildings in specific districts, including the Forestry District, and reviewed the definition of boarding houses.

• Approved May 19, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Discussed updating district purpose statements to support housing
• Debated allowing fourplexes in the Forestry District
• Discussed allowing small apartment buildings (5-9 units) in Jericho Center
• Reviewed definition of boarding houses in zoning bylaw

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

El Comité de Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusión se reunirá en línea para recibir una actualización del Grupo de Trabajo de Aguas Residuales de Jericho y discutir actualizaciones del proyecto. La agenda también incluye comentarios del público, otros asuntos y la planificación de la reunión de julio.

• Actualización del Grupo de Trabajo de Aguas Residuales de Jericho por parte de Peter Booth
• Actualizaciones de proyectos (no especificadas)
• Planificación de la agenda de julio

The committee approved the May minutes with three votes in favor and one abstention. Members discussed progress on a municipal septic system for the Riverside area and updates regarding small housing developments. The July meeting was rescheduled from July 6 to July 13 due to the holiday.

• Approved May minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Rescheduled July meeting to July 13

Mobbs Farm Committee

El Comité de Mobbs Farm discutirá y decidirá sobre varios temas, incluyendo un plan de daños y reparación del puente de Ridge Trail, la revisión del presupuesto para el cierre del año y proyectos con fecha límite presupuestaria de junio. La reunión también cubre actualizaciones sobre el reclutamiento de nuevos miembros, el almacenamiento de perros de nieve fuera de temporada y el estado de FOTW con una nueva propuesta.

• Plan de daños y reparación del puente de Ridge Trail
• Proyectos con fecha límite presupuestaria de junio
• Revisión del presupuesto y cierre del año fiscal
• Actualización de la discusión de todas las fases / discusión de costos de combustible
• Estado de FOTW y nueva propuesta

The Mobbs Farm Committee approved minutes from the April 27 meeting and received updates on trail maintenance, Snowdog storage, and a bridge repair plan. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; all actions were discussion or information-sharing. Budget constraints were noted regarding a requested increase in the annual trail maintenance contract with Fellowship of the Wheel.

• Approved minutes of April 27 meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Corporation

La Jericho Community Development Corporation se reunirá para discutir actualizaciones sobre la propiedad de Railroad Circle, aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior y considerar una sesión ejecutiva. La reunión también incluye comentarios públicos y otros asuntos de negocios.

• Actualizaciones sobre la propiedad de Railroad Circle

The JCDC approved the prior meeting minutes with a modification, adopting them unanimously. Members noted that the Selectboard had approved the JCDC’s parcel option (Option 2/6) and that a sketch plan will be prepared and submitted to the DRB. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned after a motion.

• Adopted prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Mobbs Farm Committee

El Comité de Mobbs Farm considerará un plan de reparación por los daños en el Ridge Trail Bridge y revisará el presupuesto antes de la fecha límite del proyecto en junio. Otros temas incluyen actualizaciones sobre el almacenamiento de Snow Dog fuera de temporada, un resumen de una jornada de trabajo y el reclutamiento de nuevos miembros.

• Daños en el Ridge Trail Bridge y plan de reparación
• Revisión del presupuesto y proyectos con fecha límite en junio
• Actualización sobre el almacenamiento de Snow Dog fuera de temporada
• Actualización de la discusión de todas las fases sobre costos de combustible
• Resumen de la jornada de trabajo de MMU

Selectboard

El Selectboard y la Planning Commission discutirán conjuntamente una estrategia de alcance para Enable Housing. La reunión regular incluye la aprobación de una licitación de pavimentación para el año fiscal 27 (FY27), la aceptación de la auditoría anual del pueblo y la revisión del presupuesto del Chittenden Solid Waste District. Otros temas incluyen revisar las opciones de control de velocidad para Jericho Center y considerar enmiendas a la ordenanza de mascotas domésticas del pueblo.

• Reunión conjunta sobre la estrategia de alcance para Enable Housing
• Aprobar la licitación de pavimentación de SD Ireland para el FY27
• Presentar y aceptar la Auditoría Anual del Pueblo por Sullivan Powers & Co.
• Revisar las opciones de control de velocidad de Jericho Center
• Revisar las enmiendas a la Ordenanza de Mascotas Domésticas del Town of Jericho

The Selectboard met with the Planning Commission to review proposed zoning changes aimed at increasing housing density. The board expressed support for the Planning Commission's work and discussed specific items like allowing fourplexes and reducing minimum lot sizes.

• Selectboard recognized Planning Commission's work and apologized for public rhetoric
• Planning Commission discussed allowing 4-plexes in all residential zones except Forestry
• Planning Commission discussed reducing minimum lot sizes in Village, Commercial, and Low Density Residential districts
• Planning Commission discussed reducing frontage requirements in growth areas
• Planning Commission discussed permitting multiple houses on a lot without subdivision
• Planning Commission discussed reducing minimum lot size for PUDs to 6000 sq ft
• Planning Commission discussed updating density calculations and fee structures
• Planning Commission set outreach priorities including a website and FAQ

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá cambios propuestos para permitir Desarrollos de Unidades Planificadas "Menores", incluyendo múltiples edificios en un solo lote y lotes pequeños en distritos rurales, como una medida para habilitar la vivienda. También considerarán la aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 5 de mayo y recibirán informes del Planificador de la Ciudad y de los enlaces.

• Discusión de Desarrollos de Unidades Planificadas Menores (múltiples edificios en un solo lote, lotes pequeños en distritos rurales)
• Aprobación de las actas del 5 de mayo de 2026
• Informe del Planificador de la Ciudad
• Periodo de comentarios públicos
• Otros asuntos y cierre para la próxima reunión

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to approve the minutes of its May 5, 2026 meeting. The remainder of the meeting was a discussion about a proposed 'Minor' Planned Unit Development (PUD) concept to facilitate housing in rural districts, but no votes or decisions were taken on the proposal.

• Approved minutes of May 5, 2026 meeting (6-0-0)

Wastewater Task Force

El Jericho Wastewater Task Force discutirá actualizaciones del proyecto sobre el desarrollo de escenarios y el impacto del corredor del río en las opciones de eliminación de sépticos. Un punto de acción clave es considerar una recomendación al Selectboard para asignar $15,000 de los fondos de aguas residuales del FY27 para pruebas de calidad del agua de base. La reunión también incluye la bienvenida a un nuevo miembro y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Bienvenida al nuevo miembro del grupo de trabajo Erik Johnson
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 9 de abril de 2026
• Recepción de actualización sobre el estado del estudio de desarrollo de escenarios
• Discusión sobre el impacto del corredor del río en las opciones de áreas de eliminación de sépticos
• Asignación de $15,000 de los fondos de aguas residuales del FY27 para pruebas de calidad del agua y recomendación al Selectboard el 21 de mayo

The Task Force approved using $15,000 from FY27 allocated funds for water quality testing in the Browns River to establish a baseline for potential system capacity. Members reviewed development scenarios and discussed the impact of river corridor restrictions on disposal site options.

• Approved minutes from April 9, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Agreed to use $15,000 of FY27 allocated funds for Browns River water quality testing

Development Review Board

El Jericho Development Review Board discutirá una solicitud de exención dimensional presentada por Nathan Perkins para la construcción de un garaje separado en 189 Plain Road, que se encuentra en el distrito de zonificación Rural Agricultural Residential. La junta también votará para aprobar las actas de la reunión del 25 de marzo de 2026. No se menciona otro asunto.

• Solicitud de exención dimensional para un garaje separado en 189 Plain Road, Distrito de Zonificación Rural Agricultural Residential
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión del DRB del 25 de marzo de 2026

The Development Review Board heard a dimensional waiver request from Nathan Perkins for a detached garage at 189 Plain Road and then voted to close the hearing, with a 4‑0 vote. The board said a written decision will be issued within 45 days. The board also approved the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes with changes, passing the motion 3‑0‑1 (one abstention). Minor spelling and terminology corrections were noted.

• Closed hearing on garage dimensional waiver request (4-0)
• Approved March 25, 2026 minutes with changes (3-0-1)

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

La Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca del Pueblo de Jericho discutirá una actualización sobre la colaboración del Selectboard con VIA en un proyecto de construcción y una cuestión de estatutos sobre cuándo los gastos requieren la aprobación del Selectboard. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen la asociación con el Country Store para las Movie Nights on the Green, un tema de desfile de mascotas, horarios para el fin de semana de Memorial Day y mejoras de accesibilidad para usuarios con discapacidad visual. La junta también revisará el plan estratégico y considerará un proyecto al aire libre del grupo Friends que involucra la renovación de muebles y la limpieza de maleza en el jardín.

• Actualización sobre la colaboración del Selectboard con VIA en un proyecto de construcción
• Cuestión de estatutos sobre cuándo los gastos o las nuevas adiciones necesitan la aprobación del Selectboard
• Colaboración con Country Store para las Movie Nights on the Green
• Mejoras de accesibilidad para usuarios ciegos o con discapacidad visual
• Proyecto exterior del grupo Friends: renovación de muebles de exterior y limpieza de maleza en el jardín delantero

The Board decided to pilot a movie program in July and August in collaboration with the Jericho Center Country Store. The library will sponsor the July event and provide equipment. Other decisions included maintaining standard Memorial Day weekend hours.

• Approved pilot movie program for July and August
• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes
• Accepted April treasurer's report
• Determined Memorial Day weekend hours will remain the same
• Tabled vote on By Laws Article VI, Section 3
• Tabled work on By Laws Article 1, Section #2
• Tabled Strategic Plan Review
• Tabled Outside Project in Front yard

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

El Comité de Diversidad, Equidad e Inclusión de Jericho se reunirá en línea para discutir actualizaciones de la Fuerza de Tarea de Aguas Residuales y del Comité de Casas Móviles, y puede aprobar una nueva carta a la Junta de Selectores con respecto a temas de boleta electoral. La agenda también incluye actualizaciones de proyectos sobre el Grupo de Libros y la planificación municipal para asuntos de bicicletas/peatones.

• Aprobar las actas de la reunión de abril
• Actualización de la Fuerza de Tarea de Aguas Residuales
• Actualización del Comité de Casas Móviles por parte de Sue
• Revisar y posiblemente aprobar nueva carta a la Junta de Selectores sobre: temas de boleta electoral
• Actualizaciones de proyectos: Grupo de Libros y Planificación Municipal (Bicicleta/Peatón)

The Jericho DEI Committee unanimously approved sending a letter to the Selectboard requesting that any petition with signatures from 5% of Jericho's electorate be automatically placed on the ballot. The committee also approved the April 2026 minutes and agreed to review other town committees' agendas for DEI-related issues. No other formal votes were taken; discussions included housing, book groups, and mail-in voting.

• Approved April 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved sending letter to Selectboard requesting 5% threshold for automatic ballot placement of petitions (unanimous)
• Agreed to request appearance at future Selectboard meeting to support the letter
• Agreed to have Wendy facilitate June 1 meeting
• Agreed to review agendas and minutes of other town committees for DEI issues
• Postponed Wastewater Taskforce update to June meeting

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

El Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee votará para aceptar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro del comité. Otros puntos de la agenda incluyen la discusión sobre la señalización de senderos, una lista de identificación de pasos de peatones y una presentación sobre un proyecto de aguas residuales por Peter Booth. La reunión también cubre la asistencia al Vermont Bike/Walk Summit y la revisión de portabicicletas disponibles de Local Motion.

• Votación para aceptar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro del comité
• Discusión de Trails Signage JTF
• Actualización de la Crosswalk Identification List
• Peter Booth – discusión sobre proyecto de aguas residuales
• Discusión sobre la asistencia al Vermont Bike/Walk Summit el 8 de mayo

The committee approved the February and March meeting minutes. It approved the purchase of 14 trail signs for the Jericho Town Forest. Kevin was tasked with delivering the completed crosswalk identification list to the Highway Department, and Jack and Kevin will coordinate picking up and installing bike racks from Local Motion.

• Approved February and March meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved purchase of 14 trail signs for Jericho Town Forest
• Assigned Kevin to provide crosswalk identification list to the Highway Department
• Assigned Jack and Kevin to coordinate bike‑rack pickup and schedule installation

Selectboard

La Junta de Selectados revisará y considerará la adopción de una ordenanza de estacionamiento para Old Pump Road, aclarará su postura sobre la Ley 181 y discutirá el desarrollo en 105 Bolger Hill Road. También considerarán la aprobación de un contrato del Sheriff del Condado de Chittenden y múltiples permisos y licencias, incluyendo el Farm to School Fun Run y una licencia para Waterfront Yogurt & Sandwich.

• Adoptar ordenanza de estacionamiento para Old Pump Road
• Aclarar la postura de la Junta de Selectados sobre la Ley 181
• Revisar el Contrato del Sheriff del Condado de Chittenden (Dan Gamlin)
• Discutir el Desarrollo de 105 Bolger Hill Road (Jeff Rector)
• Considerar la excavación de pozos de prueba en 5 Packard Road (Chris Brown)

The Selectboard discussed a proposed parking ordinance for Old Pump Road to address safety concerns near Palmer Lane Maple. After public comment, the board did not vote on the ordinance and tabled the item.

• Tabled Old Pump Road parking ordinance
• Discussed enforcement and parking lot solutions

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación recibirá una actualización de estado sobre la iniciativa Enable Housing y discutirá un resumen de las regulaciones de subdivisiones menores y mayores con respecto al recuento de lotes y duraciones. También está programada una discusión sobre permitir múltiples edificios principales en un solo lote. La reunión incluye comentarios del público, aprobación de actas anteriores e informes de enlaces.

• Enable Housing – Actualización de estado
• Recapitulación de subdivisiones menores y mayores – discusión sobre número de lotes y duración
• Múltiples edificios principales en un solo lote – descripción general y discusión
• Aprobar actas del 21 de abril de 2026
• Informes del Planificador de la Ciudad y enlaces

The Jericho Planning Commission held a regular meeting on May 5, 2026, with all members present. The only formal vote was the approval of minutes from the prior meeting (6-0-1). The remainder of the meeting consisted of updates on the Enable Housing initiative, including discussions on multiple principal buildings per lot, minor/major subdivision criteria, and potential adjustments to lot sizes and frontage requirements. No binding decisions were made; topics remain under consideration for future action.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2026 (6-0-1)

Board of Abatement

La Junta de Exenciones (Board of Abatement) escuchará tres solicitudes de exención de impuestos de los propietarios Katie Schwartz (14 Norton Lane, años fiscales 2023–2025), Ann Buchanan-Till (74 Foothills Drive, solo cuotas/penalizaciones morosas de 2025) y Matthew G. Edson (189 Lee River Road, año fiscal 2025). La junta también discutirá los procedimientos de exención y una política de impuestos morosos.

• Katie Schwartz solicita la exención para 14 Norton Lane, años fiscales 2023 a 2025, listada a WT LLC en la Lista Principal (Grand List) de 2025
• Ann Buchanan-Till solicita la exención únicamente de las cuotas y penalizaciones morosas para 74 Foothills Drive, año fiscal 2025, listada a George W. Till & Ann L. Buchanan
• Matthew G. Edson solicita la exención para 189 Lee River Road, año fiscal 2025, listada a Nancy A Cross, Robin A Cross y Wallace Cross Jr
• Discusión del procedimiento de la junta de exenciones, incluyendo actualizaciones del subcomité sobre la política de impuestos morosos y el formulario de solicitud de exención de impuestos

The Board of Abatement met to hear requests for tax abatement for three properties. One appellant did not appear. The board entered deliberative session and adjourned without issuing written decisions, which will be mailed within 30 days.

• Entered deliberative session to discuss requests
• No written decisions issued at the meeting
• Written decisions to be mailed to requesters within 30 days
• Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM

Mobbs Farm Committee

El Comité de Mobbs Farm discutirá y potencialmente actuará sobre temas de rutina que incluyen la aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo, una actualización sobre el reclutamiento de miembros, un resumen del día de senderos de primavera, el mantenimiento y almacenamiento fuera de temporada de SnowDog, y una revisión del presupuesto. La reunión también incluye comentarios del público y asuntos nuevos.

• Resumen del Día de Senderos de Primavera
• Actualización sobre el mantenimiento y almacenamiento fuera de temporada de SnowDog
• Revisión del presupuesto
• Actualización sobre el reclutamiento de miembros
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión de marzo de 2026

The committee approved the March 23 meeting minutes. Members discussed trail maintenance, budget expenditures for the remainder of the fiscal year, and a planned workday with MMU students on May 22.

• Approved March 23 meeting minutes

Community Development Corporation

La Jericho Community Development Corporation llevará a cabo una reunión híbrida para discutir la propiedad de Railroad Circle, incluyendo la posible participación de Habitat for Humanity, y recibirá una presentación sobre el proyecto Wisdom House. La junta también considerará la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y podrá entrar en sesión ejecutiva si es necesario.

• Discusión con respecto a la propiedad de Railroad Circle y la posible participación de Habitat for Humanity
• Presentación referente al proyecto Wisdom House
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 26 de marzo de 2026

The JCDC approved a motion to work with the Wisdom House Group L3C on financial and site plans. The board also approved the March 26, 2026, meeting minutes.

• Approved March 26, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved collaboration with Wisdom House Group L3C to investigate financial and site plans (3-0, one abstention)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Jericho considerará una recomendación sobre las regulaciones de cobertura de lotes y superficies impermeables, escuchará una presentación sobre los estándares de superposición de recursos naturales y discutirá los límites de lotes y la duración de las subdivisiones mayores. La reunión está abierta al público en persona y a través de Zoom.

• Discusión de seguimiento y recomendación sobre las reglas de cobertura de lotes y superficies impermeables
• Presentación y discusión de los estándares de superposición de recursos naturales
• Discusión sobre el número de lotes y la duración para subdivisiones mayores
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 7 de abril de 2026
• Informes del Planificador de la Ciudad y enlaces

The Jericho Planning Commission held a regular meeting on April 21, 2026, with all members present except Susan Bresee. The only formal vote was the unanimous approval (5-0) of the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion and informational presentations on lot coverage and impervious surface definitions, proposed updates to the Natural Resources Overlay (including forest blocks and wildlife corridors), and subdivision lot number adjustments. No substantive decisions or votes were taken on these topics.

• Approved minutes of April 7, 2026 (5-0)

Jericho Energy Task Force

El Jericho Energy Task Force se reunirá de forma remota para finalizar los preparativos para la proyección de abril de la película 'Chasing the Sun', dar seguimiento con el pueblo de Underhill con respecto a la asistencia al Farmers Market, y discutir ideas para una mesa redonda en mayo con otros comités de energía locales y el público. La reunión también incluye tiempo para otros asuntos.

• Preparativos finales para la película de abril 'Chasing the Sun'
• Seguimiento con Underhill sobre la asistencia al Farmers Market
• Ideas para la mesa redonda de mayo con otros comités de energía locales y el público

The task force assigned duties for promoting the April movie “Chasing the Sun.” It committed to attend the Jericho Farmer’s Markets on June 25 and July 30, 2026 with the Underhill Energy Committee. Planning began for a May 20 round‑table at the Deborah Rawson Memorial Library, including website posting, presentations, and food. The ECOS plan with an enhanced energy appendix will be sent to members for comment before mid‑May RPC approval.

• Catherine to post an additional FPF announcement for the movie and note a Local Motions representative will attend
• Catherine to provide popcorn and drinks; Larry to bring cookies for the movie event
• JETF to participate with the Underhill Energy Committee at the Jericho Farmer’s Markets on June 25 and July 30, 2026
• Catherine to post round‑table information on the Jericho website and Front Porch Forum
• Catherine and Michael Oman to finalize presentation with Ann Janda of the Chittenden Co. Regional Planning Committee
• Catherine to provide food and Michael to give the introduction at the May 20 round‑table
• Ann Janda to present Vermont incentives, discussion points, and handouts at the round‑table
• Catherine to distribute the ECOS plan with enhanced energy appendix to members for review before mid‑May RPC approval

Selectboard

El Selectboard de Jericho se reunirá el 16 de abril de 2026 para considerar la aprobación del contrato del Sheriff del condado de Chittenden para el año fiscal que comienza el 1 de julio de 2026. Otras decisiones incluyen nombrar a Samantha Dunn al Wastewater Task Force, revisar una carta de apoyo a los proyectos de ley estatales S.325 y Act 181, y aprobar el Memorial Day Parade. También está programada una presentación sobre un programa de retroalimentación de velocidad y tráfico de Urban SDK.

• Aprobar el contrato del Chittenden County Sheriff para el periodo del 1 de julio de 2026 al 30 de junio de 2027
• Presentación de Urban SDK sobre un programa de retroalimentación de velocidad y tráfico
• Revisar la carta de apoyo al Bill S.325 y Act 181
• Nombrar a Samantha Dunn al Wastewater Task Force
• Discutir posibles pozos de prueba sépticos en propiedad municipal en Packard Road y VT Route 15

The Selectboard approved the GMAA Pump It Up 5 Miler and the Memorial Day parade. They appointed Samantha Dunn to the Wastewater Task Force and approved an amended letter of support for state legislation.

• Approved GMAA Pump It Up 5 Miler on Old Pump Road (4-0)
• Appointed Samantha Dunn to the Wastewater Task Force (4-0)
• Approved amended letter supporting S.325 and Act 181 (4-0)
• Approved Memorial Day parade for May 29 (4-0)

Conservation Commission

La Comisión de Conservación de Jericho se reunirá para discutir colaboraciones en curso con comités municipales, incluyendo una discusión de PUD con la Comisión de Planificación, una actualización sobre la eliminación de Ghost Dam y un evento de árboles en Brown River Middle School. Las iniciativas de divulgación incluyen una discusión estatal sobre las reglas de resiliencia ante inundaciones y corredores de ríos, y una actualización sobre las Reglas de Humedales de Vermont y la Ley 181. Otros asuntos cubren compras de subvenciones para árboles, jornadas de trabajo y seguimientos de conferencias.

• Actualización sobre la eliminación de Ghost Dam
• Evento de árboles 'Tree Event' planificado en Brown River Middle School para el 17 de mayo
• Discusión estatal sobre las reglas de resiliencia ante inundaciones y corredores de ríos
• Actualización legislativa de las Reglas de Humedales de Vermont y la Ley 181
• Proyecto Legacy Trees of Jericho

The Conservation Commission met to discuss the Cilley Hill Dam removal study, including questions from a resident and updates on project timelines. The group also discussed invasive plant control in the Town Forest and upcoming community events.

• Approved March meeting minutes unanimously
• Tabled Legacy Trees discussion until Tom gets feedback from Don
• Scheduled Tree Celebration Event for May 17th
• CC to attend presentation on salt reduction strategies
• CC to submit comment on Bolger Hill Subdivision Wetland Permit
• CC to create a rubric structure for future NRO applications

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

La Junta de Fideicomisarios de la Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Jericho revisará y votará sobre borradores de estatutos, discutirá los próximos pasos para el proyecto de rehabilitación del edificio y considerará planes de recaudación de fondos que incluyen un evento de Phoenix Books y una subasta silenciosa en mayo. Otros asuntos incluyen opciones de ventilación de baños, instalación de buzones y normas de gobernanza de la junta.

• Reparación de baños: opciones para la ventilación adecuada del lavabo e inodoro
• Proyecto de rehabilitación del edificio: reunión con VIA, Town, Bob Neeld (3/31) y próximos pasos con SB
• Actualizaciones de gobernanza: reunión con representante de SB
• Revisar el borrador de los estatutos, revisar y aprobar
• Programa de lectura de verano: cómo la Junta y el grupo Friends pueden ayudar

The Board accepted the March 10 meeting minutes and the financial report. Members reviewed draft updated bylaws and discussed board norms, though no final vote was taken on the bylaws. The Board also reviewed progress on the building rehabilitation project and governance research.

• Accepted March 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Accepted financial report as written
• Tabled updated bylaws discussion until next month
• Postponed virtual auction to late summer or fall

Affordable Housing Committee

El Comité de Vivienda Asequible discutirá y establecerá las prioridades para su plan de trabajo 2026/2027. El comité también revisará el reclutamiento de miembros y reconsiderará funciones y procedimientos. Se escucharán comentarios del público y las actas de la reunión de marzo están sujetas a aprobación.

• Discutir y establecer prioridades para el plan de trabajo 2026/2027
• Discutir el reclutamiento/membresía del AHC
• Reconsiderar funciones y procedimientos
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión de marzo
• Periodo de comentarios públicos

The Affordable Housing Committee unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. The committee agreed to focus recruitment of new members with relevant experience and to develop a 2026-2027 work plan addressing barriers to housing development. No substantive policy changes or funding decisions were made.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to prioritize recruitment for two months via individual outreach and public posting
• Agreed to reschedule public informational meeting due to scheduling conflicts (date not set)
• Assigned members to lead work plan deliverables: resource page, developer guide, housing report

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

El Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee lleva a cabo una reunión regular para aprobar actas anteriores, recibir aportes de la comunidad y dar seguimiento al letrero de senderos, la identificación de pasos de peatones y los portabicicletas disponibles de Local Motion. Los asuntos nuevos incluyen una votación para aceptar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro del comité y una discusión sobre asistir a la Vermont Bike/Walk Summit el 8 de mayo.

• Votación para aceptar a Forrest MacDonald como nuevo miembro del comité
• Seguimiento de letreros de senderos (JTF)
• Actualización de la lista de identificación de pasos de peatones
• Portabicicletas disponibles de Local Motion
• Discusión sobre asistir a la Vermont Bike/Walk Summit el 8 de mayo

Wastewater Task Force

El Jericho Wastewater Task Force recibirá actualizaciones sobre perforaciones de prueba, análisis hidrogeológicos y capacidad del sitio. Revisará el proyecto de desarrollo de escenarios y seleccionará un enlace para dicho esfuerzo. La reunión también incluye una revisión del logotipo del grupo de trabajo e informes de los subgrupos de ingeniería, finanzas y alcance.

• Revisión de la cronología/secuencia gráfica y próximos pasos
• Selección del enlace de la junta y nuevo miembro del grupo de trabajo
• Actualizaciones sobre perforaciones, análisis hidrogeológicos y capacidad del sitio
• Actualización sobre el desarrollo de escenarios y discusión para elegir un enlace
• Revisión del logotipo

The Task Force unanimously recommended appointing Samantha Dunn to the group and approved a preferred logo design. Staff will seek funding for water quality testing and explore a liaison for development scenarios.

• Approved logo design (unanimous)
• Recommended appointing Samantha Dunn to Task Force (unanimous)
• Directed staff to seek funding for water quality testing
• Directed staff to explore a liaison for development scenarios
• Approved incorporating project updates into future meetings

Planning Commission

The Jericho Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the March 17 meeting and consider several land‑use items. Commissioners will review the Enable Near‑term Work Plan for housing, a low‑density residential purpose statement, a planned‑unit‑development (PUD) review, and a recommendation on lot coverage and impervious surface definitions. The meeting will also include reports from the town planner and liaison contacts before adjournment.

• Approve minutes of March 17, 2026 meeting
• Enable Near‑term Work Plan for housing – project schedule and working groups
• Low‑Density Residential Purpose Statement discussion
• PUD Review – requirement criteria discussion
• Lot Coverage and Impervious Surface Definition recommendation

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting, with a 6‑0‑0 vote. No other actions were formally adopted; discussions on the Enable Housing work plan, low‑density residential purpose statement, and PUD criteria were continued for future consideration.

• Approved March 17, 2026 minutes (6-0-0)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will consider approval of the March meeting minutes. Members will finalize a letter to the Selectboard and discuss how to present it. The committee will also share ideas for future projects and hear public comments.

• Approve March minutes
• Finalize letter to the Selectboard and discuss presentation
• Project planning – idea sharing
• Public comment period
• Other updates and miscellaneous items

The Jericho DEI Committee did not record any formal approvals or votes. It agreed to make reviewing Select Board agendas a regular agenda item and to maintain a shared Google Drive document for tracking projects. The next meeting was scheduled for May 11, 2026, with Beth facilitating and Wendy preparing the agenda.

• Agreed to make reviewing Select Board agendas a standing agenda item
• Agreed to include a shared Google Drive document as a standard agenda item
• Scheduled next meeting for May 11, 2026, with Beth facilitating and Wendy handling agenda preparation

Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force

The task force is meeting to discuss observations and survey results following the March 3 ballot voting. Members will determine who will continue to serve on the task force and plan a report for the Selectboard and town.

• Review of March 3 ballot voting observations
• Discussion of MMCTV recording viewership tallies
• Review of survey results and comments
• Planning of a report to the Selectboard and town for May 4

The TMRi Task Force reviewed survey feedback and discussed communication, moderator role, and kickoff meeting format. Co‑chair Dave Barrington agreed to draft a comprehensive report to the Selectboard. The group scheduled its next meetings for May 18 at 6 p.m. and June 8 at 6 p.m. No formal votes were recorded.

• Dave Barrington agreed to draft a comprehensive report to the Selectboard
• Next Task Force meeting scheduled for Monday, May 18, 6 p.m.
• Additional Task Force meeting scheduled for June 8, 6 p.m.

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will review and consider approval of several agreements and policies, including a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jericho Underhill Arts Council, a Local Emergency Management Plan, and a proposed change to the delinquent tax late penalty rate.

• Review and consider approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Jericho Underhill Arts Council
• Review and consider approval of updated Permit Fee Schedule
• Review and consider the Jericho delinquent tax policy to keep the imposed 4% late penalty
• Review Jericho's Domestic Pet Ordinance
• Review and consider approval of UJFD Site Lease Agreement

The Jericho Selectboard voted unanimously to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Jericho‑Underhill Arts Council, the updated Local Emergency Management Plan, and the lease agreement for the Underhill Jericho Fire Department. They also approved the revised permit fee schedule, setting the ADU fee to zero, and authorized a $7,152 expenditure for a new heating and air‑conditioning control system.

• Approved Arts Council MOU (5-0)
• Approved Local Emergency Management Plan (5-0)
• Approved Underhill Jericho Fire Department site lease (5-0)
• Approved revised permit fee schedule, ADU fee set to $0 (5-0)
• Approved $7,152 HVAC control system upgrade (5-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Jericho Community Development Corporation will review the Selectboard's response to a recommendation regarding RR Circle. The body will also discuss subsequent steps for that project.

• Update on Selectboard response to JCDC recommendation for RR Circle
• Discussion of next steps for RR Circle
• Possible executive session regarding personnel, legal, and real estate

The committee adopted the February 26, 2026 minutes with three members voting to adopt and two abstaining. It unanimously recommended Option 2—the larger .52‑acre lot with an individual septic system—to Habitat for Humanity for the Railroad Circle housing project. The committee said it will accept Option 1 if Habitat prefers that choice and will share the recommendation with Habitat.

• Adopted February 26, 2026 minutes (3 for, 0 against, 2 abstain)
• Unanimously recommended Option 2 (.52‑acre lot with individual septic) to Habitat for Humanity
• Stated willingness to accept Option 1 (.28‑acre lot with shared septic) if Habitat prefers
• Scheduled next JCDC meeting for April 23, 2026

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will consider two subdivision requests. The board will review a sketch plan for a two-lot subdivision and a final plat for a four-lot planned unit development.

• Sketch plan review for a minor two lot subdivision at 140 Barber Farm Road (Siegchrist Family Homestead Trust)
• Final Plat review for a four-lot PUD subdivision at 105 Bolger Hill Road (Brendan Driscoll)

The Development Review Board met on March 25, 2026, discussed a minor two‑lot subdivision request by the Siegchrist Family Homestead Trust and a four‑lot PUD request by Brendan Driscoll, and heard extensive public comment. No vote or formal decision was recorded for either development application. The board approved the minutes from the January 14, 2026 meeting by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved Jan 14 minutes (5-0)
• Siegchrist subdivision request – no decision recorded
• Driscoll PUD request – no decision recorded

Mobbs Farm Committee

The Mobbs Farm Committee will meet to review winter trail grooming and off-season equipment storage. The body will also discuss trail conditions, bridge work, and the budget.

• Winter trail grooming wrap-up
• Off-season Snowdog maintenance and storage
• Condition of Apple Tree Trail work
• Bridge work offer via FOTW
• Budget review

The committee approved the February 23 minutes and set a spring work day for April 25 (rain date May 9). Members assigned tasks: Pete will ask Town Hall about off‑season storage for the Snowdog, Terry will inspect Apple Tree Trail and contact Eric for repairs, and Pete will post the committee vacancy online. The meeting was adjourned at 8:02 pm.

• Approved February 23 meeting minutes
• Scheduled spring work day for April 25 (rain date May 9)
• Pete to consult Town Hall on off‑season indoor storage for the Snowdog
• Terry to inspect Apple Tree Trail and contact Eric for repairs
• Noted ReArch Construction’s offer of up to $10,000 for bridge materials and labor
• Tentatively planned bonfire burn of scrap wood on Out & Back Trail
• Pete to post committee vacancy on Front Porch Forum
• Adjourned meeting at 8:02 pm

Wastewater Task Force

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force will review project updates, including a timeline graphic, a new task force member report, and the status of a Clean Water State Revolving Fund application. It will present preliminary findings from additional test borings and identify questions for the group. The board will also discuss assumptions for development scenarios and review a proposed logo.

• Review timeline/sequence graphic and next steps (Kate)
• Selectboard liaison report and new task force member (Erik/Peter)
• Status of Clean Water State Revolving Fund application (Erik)
• Preliminary findings from additional borings
• Scenario development: discuss assumptions for development scenarios

The Wastewater Task Force approved its meeting minutes unanimously. Members voted on a new logo and chose option 1b as the favorite. No other formal approvals or denials were recorded during the session.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected logo option 1b as the preferred design (vote by chat)

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will consider approving a planning agreement with CCRPC for the Riverside development scenarios and its fiscal analysis. They will also review a subdivision and wastewater permit request with JCDC for Habitat for Humanity at 2 Railroad Circle, and a training site request from the Underhill Jericho Fire Department. Additional items include updates on the solid waste district, speed‑control options for the Jericho Center, library discussion, and approval of liquor, tobacco, warrants and meeting minutes.

• Review and consider approval of the Planning Agreement between Jericho and CCRPC for Riverside development scenarios
• Review and consider approval of subdivision and wastewater permit process with JCDC for Habitat for Humanity at 2 Railroad Circle
• Underhill Jericho Fire Department request for a training site
• Approve Liquor Licenses and Tobacco Licenses
• Approve Warrants of 3/20/26 and Meeting Minutes of 3/5/26

The board voted 5-0 to approve a planning agreement with the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission for the Riverside Development Scenarios and Fiscal Analysis, authorizing the town administrator to modify the scope as needed. The board also voted 5-0 to allow the Underhill Jericho Fire Department to use the 2 Railroad Circle property as a training site, with conditions to protect the house and notify neighbors.

• Approved planning agreement with CCRPC for Riverside Development Scenarios and Fiscal Analysis (5-0)
• Authorized town administrator to modify scope of work for the Riverside study (5-0)
• Approved Underhill Jericho Fire Department use of 2 Railroad Circle as training site with stipulations (5-0)

Conservation Commission

The Jericho Conservation Commission will hold a remote meeting to discuss a 105 Bolger Hill subdivision, collaborate with other town committees, and review outreach initiatives including a Ghost Dam removal update and flood resiliency rules.

• Remote meeting via Zoom
• 105 Bolger Hill subdivision discussion
• Collaborations with Planning Commission and Selectboard
• Ghost Dam removal update
• Statewide flood resiliency and river corridor rule discussion

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the February 2026 meeting minutes. No formal actions were taken on the 105 Bolger Hill subdivision discussion, which was informational only. Because the commission lacked a quorum, all remaining agenda items were tabled until the next meeting on April 15, 2026.

• Approved February 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled all pending agenda items until next meeting (April 15, 2026)

Planning Commission

The Jericho Planning Commission will approve the March 3 meeting minutes, review its rules of procedure and elect a chair and clerk, receive a recap from the Affordable Housing Committee, and conduct a review of Planned Unit Development (PUD) requirement criteria and applicability. The meeting will also include reports from the Town Planner and liaison representatives before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting
• Review commission rules of procedure and elect chair and clerk
• Affordable Housing Committee briefing – recap
• PUD review – discuss requirement criteria and applicability
• Reports from Town Planner and liaison representatives

The commission reviewed and approved the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. Sabina moved to approve, Wendy seconded, and the motion passed with six votes in favor, none against, and one abstention. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion of the Natural Resources Overlay and forest block assessments, but no further actions were voted on.

• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (6-0-1)

Jericho Energy Task Force

The Energy Task Force is meeting to finalize preparations for a March presentation by the Sierra Club. The group will also plan for a movie event scheduled for April.

• Final preparation for March presentation by Sierra Club
• Preparation for April movie

The Jericho Energy Task Force reviewed preparations for the March 24 presentation and the upcoming April movie event. Members coordinated publicity, signage, refreshments, and logistics. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Affordable Housing Committee

The Jericho Affordable Housing Committee will meet to review outstanding minutes, discuss membership with Zachary Rivers, and review a work plan for 2026/2027. The meeting will also include a discussion with the Planning Commission regarding Enable Housing.

• Review outstanding minutes
• Discuss AHC membership with Zachary Rivers
• Planning Commission Enable Housing discussion with Chris Shaheen
• Review Roles & Procedures
• Review 2026/2027 Work Plan

The Affordable Housing Committee unanimously approved all outstanding minutes. The 2026‑2027 work plan was postponed to the next meeting. An announcement was made to subdivide Railroad Circle into two parcels, with the rear parcel allocated to Habitat for Humanity for a perpetually affordable housing project. The next meeting was set for April 14, 2026 at 7:00 pm.

• Approved all outstanding minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed 2026‑2027 work plan to next meeting
• Announced subdivision of Railroad Circle into two parcels; rear parcel to Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing
• Scheduled next meeting for April 14, 2026 at 7:00 pm

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

The Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees will receive a Secretary’s Report, a Financial Report, and a Library Director’s Report. The board will review the building rehabilitation project, including past and future meetings and the projected timeline. New business includes discussion of fundraising strategies for the library project and the timeline for revisions by the bylaw sub‑committee. The next meeting is scheduled for April 14.

• Review of building rehabilitation project timeline
• Discussion of fundraising strategies for library project
• Consideration of timeline for bylaw sub‑committee revisions

The Board approved the minutes from the January meetings and decided to label the new mailbox #7, with the director notifying the post office. They agreed to set dates for library policy work and scheduled a Building Rehabilitation committee meeting for March 18. The Board also decided to begin planning a virtual auction aimed for May and noted a fundraiser on March 14 with Siber Sled Dogs at Smuggler’s Notch.

• Approved minutes for Jan 10 2026 and Jan 27 2026
• Decided to label new mailbox with #7; Catherine will notify post office
• Planned a spring‑cleaning day organized by Catherine
• Agreed sub‑committee to set common dates for library policy work
• Decided to begin planning a virtual auction targeting May
• Recorded that no February Board meeting was held
• Scheduled Building Rehabilitation committee meeting for March 18 at 4 pm
• Planned fundraiser on March 14 with Siber Sled Dogs at Smuggler’s Notch

Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force

The Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force will review new information and observations gathered after the March 3 ballot vote. Susan Clark will present her observations for discussion. The group will then consider next steps, including continued membership, a possible letter to the Vermont Business Magazine, and preparing a report for the Selectboard by May 4, with the next meeting set for April 6.

• Review of new information and feedback after the March 3 ballot voting
• Susan Clark offers observations followed by discussion
• Discussion of continued task force participation and need for more members
• Consideration of writing a letter to the editor of VT Business Magazine
• Planning a report to the Selectboard by May 4 and scheduling the next meeting on April 6

The Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force met on March 9, 2026 to review the TMRi process. Members discussed attendance tracking, meeting wording, public question handling, hybrid meeting logistics, and possible charter changes. No formal actions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded. The group will continue to meet and plan for the April meeting.

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee will hold a final hearing regarding a minor subdivision at 105 Bolger Hill Road. The body will also vote on a new committee member and attendance at the Vermont Bike/Walk Summit.

• Final hearing for Minor Subdivision at 105 Bolger Hill Road
• Vote to propose Forrest MacDonald as a new committee member
• Vote to propose attending the Vermont Bike/Walk Summit
• Budget ideas for FY 2026
• Updates on trail signs and crosswalk identification list

The committee did not approve any items; approval of February and March minutes was deferred to April. A vote to add a new member was also moved to the April meeting. Several action items were assigned, such as preparing a QR code for a bike repair station and counting trail signs.

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will consider reappointments for committees and boards whose terms end in 2026, and will review a proposed amendment to the town's Permit Fee Schedule. The board will discuss the JCDC proposal to work with Habitat for Humanity on the property at 2 Railroad Circle, and receive an update from the Wastewater Task Force. Additional items include approving warrants, meeting minutes, and a possible executive session on personnel, legal, and real‑estate matters.

• Approve reappointments for committee/board members whose terms expire in 2026
• Review and consider amendment to the Permit Fee Schedule
• Discuss JCDC proposal to work with Habitat for Humanity for 2 Railroad Circle
• Update from the Wastewater Task Force
• Approve warrants for 3/6/26 and minutes of 2/19/26

The board elected Erik Johnson as chair and Peter Booth as vice chair, each by a 5‑0 vote. It approved the reappointment of members to twelve committees for 2026 terms, also by a 5‑0 vote. The board authorized Amy Kapitan to serve as the town’s liaison for three pending litigations, passing the motion 5‑0. Additionally, the board agreed to continue meeting on the first and third Thursdays and to post quarterly updates on the town website and Front Porch Forum.

• Erik Johnson elected Selectboard chair (5-0)
• Peter Booth elected vice chair (5-0)
• Reappointed members to twelve committees for 2026 terms (5-0)
• Approved Amy Kapitan as Selectboard liaison for pending litigations (5-0)
• Board will continue meeting on first and third Thursdays at 6:30 p.m.
• Board agreed to post quarterly updates on the town website and Front Porch Forum

Planning Commission

The Jericho Planning Commission will review and discuss a proposed Natural Resources Overlay. It will also examine a Planned Unit Development (PUD) proposal. The commission will vote to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting.

• Natural Resources Overlay – overview and discussion
• Planned Unit Development (PUD) review – overview and discussion
• Approve minutes of February 17, 2026 meeting

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. The motion passed with six votes in favor, zero against, and one abstention. The commission also discussed updates to the Natural Resources Overlay and Planned Unit Development, but no formal decisions or votes were recorded on those topics.

• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (6-0-1)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will hear a presentation from Bruce Blokland on the Jericho‑Underhill Park District's plan for accessible trails at Mill's Riverside Park. The group will also discuss how to communicate upcoming ballot items to the Selectboard, review a test case using the Planning Guide, share impressions of the "Governing All with Skill" online course, and receive an update on Act 133.

• Jericho‑Underhill Park District – Accessible Trails at Mill's Riverside Park (guest speaker Bruce Blokland)
• Discussion on communication to Selectboard about ballot items
• Test case of use Planning Guide
• "Governing All with Skill" online course impressions
• Update Act 133

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee approved the February 2026 minutes with three votes in favor and one abstention. No other formal decisions were recorded; the meeting centered on accessible trail plans, a draft letter to the Select Board, and upcoming project brainstorming. Action items were assigned for the April meeting.

• Approved February 2026 minutes (3 yes, 1 abstain)

Community Development Corporation

The Jericho Community Development Corporation will approve the minutes from the previous meeting, hear public comments, and discuss the Railroad Circle project with Robin Pierce of Habitat for Humanity. The board may also consider holding an executive session on personnel, legal, and real estate matters and address any other business.

• Approval of previous meeting’s minutes
• Public comments
• Discussion with Robin Pierce (Habitat for Humanity) about Railroad Circle
• Possible executive session on personnel, legal, and real estate
• Other business

The JCDC met to discuss a possible Habitat for Humanity three‑bedroom home on the town‑owned Railroad Circle property. Members talked about land division, septic needs, ARPA funding and a sketch plan. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Mobbs Farm Committee

The Mobbs Farm Committee will meet to approve January 2026 minutes, discuss snow grooming and sledding hill status, and review the budget. The committee is also recruiting a new member to replace Steve Mattera.

• Approval of January 2026 meeting minutes
• Snow Dog / groomed trails update
• Sledding Hill status
• Recruiting new committee member to replace Steve Mattera
• Budget review

The committee approved the minutes from the January 26 meeting after a motion and second. A motion to adjourn was made and seconded, ending the meeting at 7:47 p.m. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved January 26 meeting minutes
• Adjourned the meeting

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will hold a public hearing on the budget and town warning, followed by the approval of warrants, meeting minutes, and a grant letter of support.

• Informational Budget & Town Warning Hearing
• Approval of Warrants of 2/20/26
• Approval of Meeting Minutes of 2/5/26
• Review and approval of Watershed Consulting for stormwater inspection services
• Review and approval of Certification of Compliance for Town Road & Bridge Standards

The board voted 4‑0 to approve a letter of support for the Jericho Town Library’s $287,000 grant application. It also approved the Certification of Compliance for Town Road & Bridge Standards and a contract with Watershed Consulting for annual stormwater inspections, each by a 4‑0 vote. Additionally, the board signed warrants, adopted amended minutes, entered and exited executive session, and adjourned, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved letter of support for Jericho Town Library grant application (4-0)
• Approved Certification of Compliance for Town Road & Bridge Standards (4-0)
• Approved contract with Watershed Consulting for annual stormwater inspection services (4-0)
• Approved warrants of 2/20/26 (board signed)
• Approved amended minutes of 2/5/26 (4-0)
• Moved into executive session for legal matters (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Conservation Commission

The Jericho Conservation Commission will approve minutes from September, October and January meetings. It will review outreach activities, collaborations with the Planning Commission on Forest Block PUD revisions, and discuss wetland protection and flood safety. The commission will also present several initiatives, including the Legacy Trees Project and Jericho Center Green maintenance. New business will be considered before adjournment.

• Approve prior meeting minutes (Sept., Oct., Jan.)
• Planning Commission follow‑up on PUD revisions for Forest Block regulatory language
• Wetland Protection and Flood Safety discussion
• Legacy Trees Project
• Jericho Center Green maintenance activities

The commission unanimously approved the September, October and January meeting minutes. The Mobbs Park spring activity schedule was tabled pending a report from Barry. Several actions were assigned: Tom will submit conservation points to the Planning Commission; Sabina will share salt‑reduction information with Paula; Tom will consult the Stroud Center on water‑sampling for chloride; Tom and Wayne will carry out repairs at the Jericho Center Green; Sabina will coordinate a tree‑planting event using grant funds and add a work party to the spring activity list.

• Approved September, October and January minutes (unanimous vote)
• Mobbs Park spring activity schedule tabled until Barry reports
• Tom to submit conservation points to Planning Commission (action assigned)
• Sabina to share salt‑reduction information with Paula (action assigned)
• Tom to consult Stroud Center on water‑sampling for chloride baseline (action assigned)
• Tom and Wayne to perform repairs at Jericho Center Green (action assigned)
• Sabina to coordinate tree‑planting event using grant money (action assigned)
• Add work party to spring activities list (action assigned)

Planning Commission

The commission will first approve the minutes from the February 3 meeting. It will then review a planned unit development (PUD) and discuss proposed housing incentives. The session will end with reports from the town planner and liaison officials and planning for the March 3 meeting.

• Approve minutes of February 3, 2026 meeting
• Review of a Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Discussion of housing incentives
• Reports from town planner and liaison agencies
• Other business and planning for next meeting

The commission voted to approve the minutes from the February 3, 2026 meeting with a 6‑0‑0 vote. No other formal actions were taken; the remainder of the meeting was devoted to discussion of Planned Unit Development and housing incentives.

• Approved February 3, 2026 meeting minutes (6-0-0)

Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force

The Jericho Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force will meet on Feb. 16, 2026 via Zoom to examine how the second annual Budget Review Meeting was conducted. Members will discuss items such as food, set‑up and tear‑down, room layout, handouts, audiovisual setup, presenter positioning, and communication with remote participants. The purpose is to assess the meeting’s design, visibility, and amendment process.

• Food arrangements
• Set‑up and tear‑down procedures
• Room layout and handouts
• Screen, audio‑visual, and presenter positioning
• Remote participant communication and moderator coordination

The group scheduled the next Town Meeting Reimagined (TMRi) sessions for March 9 and April 6 at 6 pm. SJ will write a post outlining next steps for the budget process, and surveys will be available by the March 3 vote. TMRi members will staff a table outside the voting booth, and the task force aims to deliver a report to the selectboard by late May.

• Schedule next TMRi meeting for March 9, 6 pm
• Schedule follow‑up TMRi meeting for April 6, 6 pm
• Assign SJ to write a post reinforcing next steps for the budget process
• Make surveys available by the March 3 vote
• Plan TMRi members to staff a table outside the voting booth to field questions
• Target a report to the selectboard on the year’s process by late May

Jericho Energy Task Force

The Jericho Energy Task Force will review final preparations for the February film “Single Use Planet.” It will also plan the March presentation by the Sierra Club and the local energy committee conference. The group will discuss selecting a bicycle‑themed movie for April and receive updates from the Underhill Energy Committee.

• Finalize preparation for February movie “Single Use Planet”
• Prepare for March presentation by Sierra Club
• Prepare for March local energy committee conference
• Discuss and choose bicycle movie for April
• Other business / updates from Underhill Energy Committee

The group arranged to show the February movie “Single Use Planet” with Catherine handling publicity and supplies. They chose the April bicycle documentary “Chasing the Sun” for an Earth Day screening. Responsibilities were assigned for the March Sierra Club presentation, the local energy committee conference, and the September Energy Fair, with Michael O leading the fair planning. They also discussed expanding the Farmer’s Market working group and recruiting younger members.

• Catherine to contact Eric B. for sandwich board and add movie to Allegiance Truck sign
• Catherine to post movie info on FPF and send details to Michael Oman
• Joel B. to obtain posting information and introduce Robb Kidd at March presentation
• Catherine to contact Phyl Newbeck for publicity of March presentation
• Ann Janda to provide resources and agenda for March local energy committee conference
• Group selected “Chasing the Sun” as April bicycle documentary, targeting Earth Day (April 22)
• Michael O to lead planning for Energy Fair at Mills Riverside Park on Sept 14, 2026
• Catherine M to contact Livy Strong about timing for Energy Fair

Mount Mansfield Community Television (MMCTV)

The town will hold a public question-and-answer session with selectboard candidates Joe Flynn and Chris Brown on February 11, 2026 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can attend in person at Jericho Town Hall or join via Zoom, YouTube, or the local MMCTV Comcast Cable Channel 1086. The agenda lists only this informational event and does not include any decisions or policy proposals.

• Q&A session with candidates Joe Flynn and Chris Brown (in‑person, Zoom, YouTube, Cable 1086)
• Zoom meeting ID 854 8621 4154 provided for remote participation

Board of Civil Authority

The Board of Civil Authority is meeting to review voter checklist applications and organize logistics for the March 3, 2026, election. Discussions include polling place safety, ballot processing, and official training.

• Review of applications for addition to and deletion from the voter checklist
• Discussion of procedure for transferring voter marks to duplicate ballots for tabulators
• Review of early absentee ballot processing
• Update to the polling place safety response plan
• Planning for mobile polling at Jeri Hill Housing for August or November 2026

The Board approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved 120 additions and 94 deletions (with corrections) to the Jericho Voter Checklist. The meeting was then adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Michele Tulis, seconded by Cathy Paris)
• Approved 120 additions to the Jericho Voter Checklist (motion by Cathy Paris, seconded by Michele Tulis)
• Approved 94 deletions with corrections to the Jericho Voter Checklist (motion by Michele Tulis, seconded by Cathy Paris)
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m. (motion by Cathy Paris, seconded by Michele Tulis)

Affordable Housing Committee

The Affordable Housing Committee will discuss a recommendation to the Planning Commission regarding front setback requirements. The body will also consider a new member and the release of a 2025 housing brief.

• Consideration of Lisa Gorke for committee membership
• Release of 'Housing Brief: Homes Built in 2025'
• Recommendation to Planning Commission to remove maximum front setback requirements in Village Centers
• Discussion of Housing Report plan and timeline

The committee decided to release the “Housing Brief: Homes Built in 2025” on the town website, removing house numbers, parcel numbers, permit numbers, and wastewater permit numbers. Chuck will email the final version to Sabina, copying SJ, for posting. The next Affordable Housing Committee meeting was scheduled for March 10, 2026, in a hybrid format. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved release of “Housing Brief: Homes Built in 2025” with identifying data omitted
• Assigned Chuck to email final brief to Sabina (copy SJ) for website posting
• Scheduled next Affordable Housing Committee meeting for March 10, 2026, hybrid format
• Adjourned meeting unanimously

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on trail signs and crosswalk identification. Members will also discuss budget ideas for FY 2025 and a letter of support for Jack Evans.

• Trail sign update
• Crosswalk identification list update
• Letter of support for Jack Evans
• Budget ideas for FY 2025

Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force

The Town Meeting Reimagined Task Force will meet via Zoom on February 9, 2026 to review members' perceptions of the second annual Budget Review Meeting held on January 20, 2026. The review will cover items such as food, room set‑up and tear‑down, handouts, audiovisual equipment, presenter lineup, budget presentation, screen design, remote participant communication, moderator coordination, amendment process, and meeting length. No decisions are indicated; the focus is on evaluating these components.

• Review of food arrangements
• Review of room set‑up, tear‑down, and layout
• Review of handouts and audiovisual equipment positioning
• Review of introductory portion, presenters, and content
• Review of budget presentation, screen design, and remote communication

The TMRi Taskforce met on February 9, 2026 to debrief the January 20 Budget Review meeting. Members praised the food, tabling, and integration of remote and in‑person participants, and noted issues such as lingering poll displays, microphone reminders, and legibility of motion screens. They recommended clearer communication with the Selectboard and additional assistance for capturing amendment text at the next meeting. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will discuss several wastewater-related items, including a review of the Priority Project Funding List and an update on the 60% PER for wastewater. The board will vote to approve the Clean Water State Revolving Loan for wastewater continuation that the State of Vermont has already approved. Additional actions include approving a Certificate of Highway Mileage, a letter of support for a UPWP grant for the Bike & Ped Master Plan update, and various administrative approvals such as warrants and meeting minutes.

• Approve the Clean Water State Revolving Loan for wastewater continuation (state‑approved)
• Review and consider approval of the Priority Project Funding List for wastewater
• Approve a letter of support for the UPWP grant for the Bike & Ped Master Plan update
• Approve the Certificate of Highway Mileage
• Approve warrants for 1/23/26 and 2/6/26 and approve meeting minutes from Jan‑Feb 2026

The February 5, 2026 meeting was a hybrid session with members present and remote attendees. The agenda included a public comment period, a presentation by the Mount Mansfield Unified Union School District on its budget and enrollment, and an update on the Enable Housing initiative. No motions, approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Wastewater Task Force

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force will complete its initial review of the 60% Preliminary Engineering Report, discussing phasing options, cost factors, and potential additional disposal sites. The meeting also includes updates on the Clean Water State Revolving Fund application and stakeholder outreach. Public comment and approval of the January 29 minutes are scheduled. Subgroup reports on outreach, engineering, and finance will be presented.

• Review of the 60% Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
• Discussion of phasing options for the 90% PER
• Exploration of additional wastewater disposal sites
• Review of cost information (Appendix N)
• Status update on Clean Water State Revolving Fund application

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force approved the meeting minutes unanimously. The group reviewed project updates, a pending Preliminary Engineering Report, and a Clean Water State Revolving Fund application, but no additional actions were decided.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Jericho Planning Commission meeting on Feb 3, 2026 will consider a review of a Planned Unit Development (PUD) and examine housing incentive proposals. The commission will also approve the minutes from the Jan 6, 2026 meeting and receive reports from the town planner and liaison representatives. Additional items include public comment and planning for the next meeting.

• Approve minutes of Jan 6, 2026 meeting
• Review Planned Unit Development (PUD)
• Discuss housing incentive proposals
• Town planner report
• Liaison reports

The Jericho Planning Commission approved the meeting minutes from January 6, 2026 by a vote of six in favor, zero against, and one abstention. No other motions or decisions were recorded; the remainder of the meeting was a discussion of Planned Unit Development (PUD) processes and housing incentives.

• Approved January 6, 2026 minutes (6‑0‑1)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will meet online to discuss committee structuring and a letter to the Select Board. The meeting includes debriefs from a town budget meeting and a book group.

• Review and potential approval of letter to Select Board regarding ballot items
• Discussion on accessible trails at Mill's Riverside Park with a Jericho-Underhill Park District Board Member
• Debrief of Jan 20 Town Budget Meeting
• Review of VLCT Equity Committee 'Governing with Skills' and 'Dignity Index'

The DEI Committee approved the December 15 minutes (3 yes, 1 abstain) and the January 15 minutes (4 yes). Members were assigned to review the draft letter to the Select Board, consider example projects, and add website resources. Additional actions include contacting Jessica Alexander about a governance course and having Sue explain the prioritization guide at the March meeting.

• December 15 minutes approved (3 yes, 1 abstain)
• January 15 minutes approved (4 yes)
• All members to review draft letter to Select Board and add comments for March meeting
• All members to consider example projects for testing the prioritization guide
• Interested members to contact Jessica Alexander about the "Governing with Skill" course
• Beth to report any clear actions related to Act 133/disability advocates when identified
• Beth (with Sabina) to add a book‑group resources section to the website
• Sue to explain the prioritization guide at the March meeting; park district rep scheduled for opening

Wastewater Task Force

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force will review progress on its Preliminary Engineering Report and set goals for the next phase. Members will discuss key questions for the report, evaluate additional disposal site options, and plan the February 5 presentation to the Selectboard. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a midpoint study review through June 30, 2026.

• Approve minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting
• Study midpoint review of activities through June 30, 2026
• Discuss key questions to inform the direction of the Preliminary Engineering Report (PER)
• Discuss and decide on assessment of additional disposal sites
• Discuss and decide on approach to the February 5, 2026 presentation to the Selectboard

The Wastewater Task Force approved the minutes from the January 7, 2026 meeting by unanimous vote. Members discussed the Preliminary Engineering Report, land access, and financing options, and agreed that the February 5 Selectboard presentation will focus on a status update and preview the CHIP financing option. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was seconded and carried.

• Approved minutes from Jan 7, 2026 (unanimous)
• Agreed presentation to Selectboard on Feb 5 will focus on status update
• Agreed to preview CHIP financing option in the Selectboard presentation
• Moved adjournment (motion carried)

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will develop a question-and-answer fact sheet regarding library repairs. This follows questions raised during the Town Meeting on January 20, 2026.

• Development of Jericho Town Library Building Project Fact Sheet
• Executive Session

The Board moved into executive session after a motion by Lindsey Halman and a second by Barb Adams, with all members in favor. No votes were taken and no substantive decisions were made. An Open House for the public is scheduled for Feb. 10, 2026 in place of the February Board meeting.

• Moved to executive session (unanimous)

Mobbs Farm Committee

The Mobbs Farm Committee will meet to approve December 2025 minutes, review the 2026 budget, and discuss the status of the sledding hill. The agenda also includes a summary of a recent Town Meeting table and an update on the Snow Dog plan.

• Approval of December 2025 meeting minutes
• Budget review for 2026
• Update on Snow Dog plan
• Status of Sledding Hill
• Brief summary of MFC table at Town Meeting

The committee approved the December 22, 2025 meeting minutes. Members decided to move the Snowdog from the Dawg Haus to Pete’s property for winter storage. They also agreed to relocate Mobbs equipment to the front wall of the Dawg Haus by January 28, with Jessica recruiting help. A bonfire event is still being planned despite a cancelled scrap‑wood burn.

• Approved December 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Moved Snowdog to Pete’s property for winter storage
• Planned relocation of Mobbs equipment to front wall by Jan 28
• Continued planning of bonfire event after scrap‑wood burn cancelled

Selectboard

The Selectboard is holding a special meeting to review and approve the Official Town Warning for the March 3, 2026, meeting.

• Approval of the Official Town Warning for March 3, 2026

The Jericho Selectboard unanimously approved the FY2027 town budget of $4,375,573 and several related fiscal items, including fire department funding, library renovation support, tax collection procedures, and borrowing authority. The board also directed the JCDC to meet with Robin Pierce of Habitat for Humanity independently and report back later. The meeting was adjourned at 10:32 a.m.

• Approved FY2027 budget of $4,375,573 (5-0)
• Approved $607,205 fire department appropriation (5-0)
• Approved $200,000 library renovation allocation (5-0)
• Approved tax collection by Treasurer per VSA 4791 (5-0)
• Approved tax collection in equal installments due Sep 15 2026 and Mar 15 2027 (5-0)
• Approved Selectboard borrowing authority for temporary town needs (5-0)
• Directed JCDC to meet with Robin Pierce independently and update Selectboard later
• Moved to adjourn at 10:32 a.m. (5-0)

Community Development Corporation

The Jericho Community Development Corporation will consider adopting minutes from its September 25, 2025 meeting, discuss the status of the Railroad Circle property—including Vermont’s wetlands executive order and test‑pit updates—and review proposed zoning changes that affect development in Jericho. The agenda also allows public comment on items not listed and includes any other business.

• Adopt minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting
• Discuss Railroad Circle property status, including wetlands executive order and test‑pit updates
• Review zoning changes that impact development in Jericho
• Public comment on items not on the agenda
• Other business, if any

The board unanimously approved the modified minutes from the previous meeting. It also confirmed that the next JCDC meeting will be held on February 26. No other substantive actions were decided at this session.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Feb 26

Conservation Commission

The Jericho Conservation Commission will review a recap of the town budget and discuss wetland protection and flood safety. It will present a project outline for 2026 that includes a townwide legacy trees project, removal of the Jericho Town Forest ghost dam, amendments to forest block and subdivision regulations, tree‑nursery and green‑space maintenance, and follow‑through on a tree‑planting grant. New business items include the J.U.R.B. biodiversity initiative and external grant opportunities.

• Townwide Legacy Trees Project
• Jericho Town Forest Ghost Dam removal and invasive‑plant management
• NRO/Forest Blocks and Subdivision Regulation Amendments (in collaboration with Planning Commission)
• Tree nursery, Town Hall, Jericho Center Green maintenance activities
• Tree planting grant follow‑through

The Conservation Commission unanimously approved the December 17, 2025 meeting minutes and tabled the Townwide Legacy Trees Project. Members agreed to gather information on road‑salt alternatives and to share relevant links. A letter was submitted for public comment on the Governor’s Wetland Rules executive order, and the commission will seek an invoice for the $2,000 dam‑removal match before the June deadline. Additional actions include continuing advertising for the sustainability book group and recommending trees be added to the Lee River Road sidewalk plans.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled Townwide Legacy Trees Project
• Agreed to gather and share information on road‑salt alternatives
• Submitted letter for public comment on Wetland Rules
• Will obtain invoice for $2,000 dam‑removal match before end of June
• Sabina will continue advertising the sustainability book group
• Commission will recommend adding trees to Lee River Road sidewalk plans

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will hold a hybrid Budget Review Meeting on January 20 to discuss the draft fiscal year ending 2027 budget. Citizens can ask questions, propose, debate, and vote on amendments to line items. Voters will be asked to approve the proposed FY2027 budget of $3, 896 ,6 61 , and to appropriate $607,205 to the Underhill Jericho Fire Department from its total $1,0 84 ,585 budget.

• Vote on FY2027 town budget of $3, 896 ,6 61 ,
• Vote to appropriate $607,205 to Underhill Jericho Fire Department (total budget $1,0 84 ,585)

Selectboard members discussed a motion to shift 10% of the road‑salt budget to alternatives and develop a best‑practice strategy. The motion was voted on and failed, receiving 39 votes in favor, 59 opposed, and 12 abstentions. No other substantive budget decisions were recorded at this meeting.

• Reallocate 10% of road salt budget to alternatives – motion failed (39‑59‑12)

Jericho Energy Task Force

The Jericho Energy Task Force will receive an update on a movie series from Larry. Joel will provide an update on a presentation or lecture with Robb Kidd. The group will receive an update on a recent meeting with the Underhill Energy Committee and discuss additional ways to work with that committee. No other business is listed.

• Update on movie series (Larry)
• Update on presentation/lecture with Robb Kidd (Joel)
• Update on small‑town energy committee meeting with Underhill Energy Committee
• Discussion of additional collaboration with Underhill Energy Committee
• Other business

The Jericho Energy Task Force reviewed plans for a library movie screening, a March climate presentation, a joint small‑town energy committee meeting, and collaborative events with the Underhill Energy Committee and Transition Towns. Members assigned follow‑up tasks such as ordering the movie, researching a bike film, coordinating future meetings, and exploring permits for an E‑Fair/EV event. No formal votes or approvals were recorded.

• Larry to have Linda Blasch order the movie “Single Use Planet” for the DRML
• Larry to create a poster and provide information to Phyl Newbeck for publicity
• Larry to research a potential bike movie for April/May
• Joel to host a climate change presentation with Robb Kidd and Johanna Miller on March 24 at 6:30 pm at the DRML
• Catherine and Michael to meet with Ann Janda on January 27 to finalize the Small Town Energy Committee event planning
• Michael to lead planning for a fall E‑Fair/EV event at Mills Riverside Park and obtain the required permit
• Catherine to discuss the feasibility of the E‑Fair with Livy Strong
• Sabina to check with Laura Markowitz of Transition Towns about a fall sewing repair clinic collaboration

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will hold a capital budget hearing and consider several financial items. Items include approving a Clean Water State Revolving Loan for wastewater continuation, applying for a UPWP wastewater assistance program and a Lee River Road/Vermont Route 15 scoping study, and changing the Conservation Reserve Fund to $35,000 annually and the Old Red Mill Reserve Fund to $18,560 annually. The board will also receive updates from the Wastewater Task Force and approve meeting minutes from 1/8/26.

• Capital Budget Hearing
• Approve Clean Water State Revolving Loan for wastewater continuation
• Review and approve application for UPWP wastewater assistance and Lee River Road/Vermont Route 15 scoping study
• Change Conservation Reserve Fund to $35,000 yearly
• Change Old Red Mill Reserve Fund to $18,560 yearly

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee

The committee moved an agenda item to the end to ensure a quorum. It decided to staff a table at the January 20 Town Meeting Reimagined Budget Review, assigning Wendy, Beth and Bob specific tasks. Several items—including the bike/pedestrian planning update, work‑planning projects, and a letter to the Select Board—were tabled for discussion at a future meeting. The agenda for the February meeting was set.

• Moved agenda item 4 to the end to secure quorum
• Planned DEI table at Jan 20 Town Meeting budget review (staffing assigned)
• Tabled Town Planning (Bike/Ped) update until next meeting
• Tabled Work Planning/Structuring Projects until next meeting
• Tabled review and approval of letter to Select Board for future discussion
• Set agenda items for February meeting

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will consider a request from Martha Prince for a sketch‑plan review of a minor subdivision located at 150 Lee River Road in the Village Zoning District. The board will also vote to approve the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting.

• Sketch‑plan review request for a minor subdivision at 150 Lee River Road (Village Zoning District)
• Approval of minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting

The Jericho Development Review Board met on January 14, 2026 and approved the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting, with a 3‑0‑2 vote and two members abstaining. The board also discussed a sketch‑plan request for a two‑lot subdivision at 150 Lee River Road, noting it may require a PUD under current regulations, but no decision was made on the application. No other actions were taken.

• Approved December 10, 2025 minutes with changes (vote 3-0-2, two abstentions)
• Subdivision sketch‑plan request discussed – no decision made

Affordable Housing Committee

The committee will discuss the planning of a presentation for the Town Budget Meeting on January 20. Members will also review the next housing report and the HOA/Covenant inventory.

• Planning for Town Budget Meeting on Jan 20
• Planning for the next housing report
• Updates on HOA/Covenant inventory
• Updates on Development Review Board (DRB) and Planning Commission (PC) activities

The Affordable Housing Committee did not vote on the minutes because of attendance. It assigned Chuck and Lisa to create an outreach plan and resources for HOA amendment requests. The committee planned to staff a table at the Jan 20 town budget meeting and set the next remote meeting for Feb 10 2026 to review a brief report on 2025 new builds and discuss a possible recommendation to remove front‑setback limits. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Chuck and Lisa assigned to develop HOA outreach plan and resources
• Committee will staff a table at the Jan 20 town budget meeting
• Next meeting scheduled for Feb 10 2026 (remote) to review new‑build report and discuss setback recommendation
• March 10 2026 meeting scheduled (hybrid) for annual work plan and procedures
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee

Selectboard

The Jericho Selectboard will consider approval of the final draft budget for fiscal year 2027 along with several local ordinances and licenses. Items include a No Parking Ordinance on Old Pump Road, appointment to the Bike Pedestrian Connectivity Committee, and a fire department tower at the town highway department building. The board will also vote on purchases of plow blades and issue liquor and tobacco licenses to Jericho Market. Minutes, warrants, and a possible executive session are also on the agenda.

• Approve Final Draft budget for FY27
• Discuss and consider approval of No Parking Ordinance on Old Pump Road
• Approve purchase of blades for plows
• Approve Second Class liquor license to Jericho Market
• Approve Tobacco license to Jericho Market

Wastewater Task Force

The Jericho Wastewater Task Force will approve minutes from the Dec. 3, 2025 meeting, receive project updates on timelines, grant applications, and stakeholder outreach, and hold a 45‑minute discussion of the 60% PER slated for a Feb. 5, 2026 presentation to the Selectboard. The meeting also includes an introduction to the Jericho Underhill Water District and brief subgroup reports on outreach, engineering, and finance.

• Approve minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting
• Project updates: timeline graphic, Clean Water State Revolving Fund application, Municipal Planning Grant application, stakeholder outreach
• Discuss the 60% Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) and upcoming Feb. 5, 2026 Selectboard presentation
• Introduction and discussion with Jericho Underhill Water District
• Subgroup report outs on outreach, engineering, and finance

The Wastewater Task Force voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the session consisted of project updates, grant information, and discussion of wastewater system alternatives.

• Approved December 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees

The Jericho Town Library Board of Trustees will review reports and discuss the RFP process for a construction manager. The board will also address fundraising strategies and communication plans for the January 20 budget meeting and town meeting vote.

• RFP process for construction manager
• Building rehabilitation project spending
• Fundraising strategies for library project
• Bylaws review regarding term limits
• Emergency situation protocol for the library

The trustees passed a unanimous motion to adopt the plans presented by VIA for the building rehabilitation process. Tom York was approved as a member of the new Building Rehabilitation Committee. A committee of Lindsey, Catherine, and Linda was formed to review and update library policies. Members agreed that the director may lock the library door at her discretion and will continue discussing a panic‑button purchase for safety.

• Follow VIA building rehabilitation plans – motion passed unanimously
• Approve Tom York as member of the Building Rehabilitation Committee
• Form library policies review committee (Lindsey, Catherine, Linda)
• Allow director to lock library door at her discretion for safety
• Continue discussion on purchasing a panic button for emergency response

Planning Commission

The Jericho Planning Commission will approve the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting, review the 2027 capital budget, and examine housing zoning district purposes, density, and dimensions. The meeting also includes reports from the town planner and liaison representatives.

• Approve minutes of December 16, 2025
• Review 2027 capital budget
• Discuss zoning district purposes for housing
• Discuss density and dimensions scenarios for housing
• Reports from town planner and liaisons

The Planning Commission voted 6-0-0 to approve the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting. Members also agreed that Susan will draft a letter to the Selectboard summarizing the commission’s comments on the FY 2027 capital budget. No other formal actions were taken; the discussion focused on the upcoming FY 2028 budget and the need for a capital improvement plan.

• Approved December 16, 2025 meeting minutes (6-0-0)
• Agreed Susan will draft a letter to the Selectboard