Winooski, Vermont

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will meet to approve previous minutes and hold a public hearing on a site plan review application for 125 Hickok Street. The meeting will also include city updates and other business.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Public Hearing: Site Plan Review Application - 125 Hickok St.
• City Updates
• Other Business

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will meet to approve commission officers and receive updates from the City Council Liaison and Inclusion & Belonging Commission. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Payment Agreement Procedure and its associated appendices.

• Approval of Commission Officers (Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary)
• Discussion of Payment Agreement Procedure

The Finance Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Cait Hoffmann was appointed as Chair and Brittany Nevins as Vice Chair. The decision on appointing a Secretary was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Cait Hoffmann appointed Chair
• Brittany Nevins appointed Vice Chair
• Secretary appointment postponed

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Commission will conduct an overview and orientation of its charter and policy priorities. Ravi Venkataraman, Director of City Planning, will present a review of draft goals for the Safe, Healthy, Connected People chapter of the Comprehensive Plan rewrite.

• Review of Draft Goals and Actions for Safe, Healthy, Connected People
• Comprehensive Plan Rewrite Update
• Introduction of new members Carly Schneider and Dana Howe

The commission voted to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. A motion to adjourn was then passed, ending the session at 7:08 p.m. No substantive policy actions or votes were recorded beyond these procedural items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Courtney, seconded by Marielle)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Dana)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations for 'Gentle Infill.' Additionally, the council will consider appointments to the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee.

• Public Hearing: Amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (Gentle Infill)
• Discussion/Approval: Adopt Amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (Gentle Infill)
• Discussion/Approval: VLCT Appointments to the Opioid Settlement Advisory Committee (OSAC)
• Approval: Disability Pride Month Resolution
• Approval: Accounts Payable Warrant and Payroll Warrant

The City Council approved the consent agenda with a 4‑0 vote. Councilors Goodrich and Oakleaf moved to open a public hearing on the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations Gentle Infill amendments, which passed 4‑0. The same council later moved to close that public hearing, also passing 4‑0.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0)
• Opened public hearing on ULUDR Gentle Infill amendments (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on ULUDR Gentle Infill amendments (4-0)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

El Comité de la Biblioteca Memorial de Winooski recibirá actualizaciones sobre las operaciones de la biblioteca y discutirá una mudanza a 65 Winooski Falls Way, junto con la programación de verano. La reunión incluye comentarios del público y actualizaciones de los miembros del comité.

• Actualizaciones de la biblioteca sobre las operaciones actuales
• Discusión sobre la mudanza a 65 Winooski Falls Way
• Planificación y programación de verano
• Periodo de comentarios del público

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Development Review Board will discuss projects that have recently been reviewed by the Development Review Board. They will also review recent amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations that are under consideration. The meeting includes updates from the mayor, the Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and city staff. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion: Recently reviewed Development Review projects
• Discussion: Recent changes to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations and changes currently under consideration
• Updates from the Mayor
• Updates from the Inclusion and Belonging Commission
• Updates from City Staff

Liquor Control Board

La Junta de Control de Licores de Winooski considerará y votará sobre una nueva Licencia de Licores de Segunda Clase, una Licencia de Tabaco y una Licencia de Endoso de Tabaco para Stewart's Shops en 262 Main Street. La reunión también incluye una agenda de consentimiento e ítems de procedimiento rutinarios.

• Discusión/aprobación de nueva Licencia de Licores de Segunda Clase para Stewart's Shops en 262 Main Street
• Discusión/aprobación de nueva Licencia de Tabaco para Stewart's Shops
• Discusión/aprobación de nueva Licencia de Endoso de Tabaco para Stewart's Shops

The Winooski Liquor Control Board approved new Second Class Liquor, Tobacco, and Tobacco Endorsement licenses for Stewart’s Shops at 262 Main Street. City staff reported no concerns regarding the existing convenience store. The motion passed with a 4-0 vote before the meeting adjourned at 6:02 PM.

• Approved Second Class Liquor, Tobacco, and Tobacco Endorsement licenses for Stewart’s Shops at 262 Main Street (4-0)

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski discutirá y votará sobre la fijación de la tasa de impuestos sobre la propiedad municipal para el año fiscal 2027. La agenda de consentimiento incluye la aprobación de las actas de las reuniones, nóminas y mandatos de cuentas por pagar, varios nombramientos de juntas y comisiones, y un nuevo procedimiento de informes para comisiones externas.

• Discusión y votación para establecer la tasa de impuestos municipales del año fiscal 2027
• Nombramiento de Jaqueline Thomas a la Housing Commission
• Nombramiento de Dana Howe y Carly Schneider al SHCP
• Aprobación de un nuevo Procedimiento de Informes de Comisiones Externas
• Aprobación de nóminas y mandatos de cuentas por pagar que totalizan múltiples períodos

The City Council approved a proposed municipal tax rate of $0.8321 for the 2026-2027 tax year. Additionally, the council approved the nomination of Carly Schneider to the Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission.

• Approved June 15, 2026 City Council meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved Payroll Warrant June 7 - June 20, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrant June 26, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrant July 2, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved External Commission Reporting Procedure (4-0)
• Approved Carly Schneider to the Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission and other applicants (4-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 municipal tax rate of $0.8321 and local agreement rate of $0.0005 (4-0)

City Council

Este es un aviso de quórum para un recorrido de 2 Community Way (proyecto de vivienda en el lote ot 7D). No se llevarán a cabo acciones oficiales del Concejo Municipal; el aviso cumple con los requisitos de la Ley de Reuniones Abiertas de Vermont.

• Recorrido del proyecto de vivienda en 2 Community Way, lote 7D

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá las enmiendas propuestas a las Winooski Unified Land Use and Development Regulations, que cubren las Secciones 4.2, 4.6, 4.7, 5.14, 6.8, 6.11 y el Artículo IX (Site Design Elements). La reunión también incluye comentarios del público, la aprobación de actas anteriores y actualizaciones de la Alcaldesa, la Inclusion and Belonging Commission y el personal de la ciudad.

• Discusión de enmiendas a las Winooski Unified Land Use and Development Regulations Secciones 4.2, 4.6, 4.7, 5.14, 6.8, 6.11 y Artículo IX (Site Design Elements)
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior del 11 de junio de 2026
• Comentarios del público sobre temas que no están en la agenda
• Actualizaciones de la Alcaldesa, la Inclusion and Belonging Commission y el personal de la ciudad

The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes. Discussion focused on a Building Typologies project intended to test housing regulations and proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski discutirá propuestas de enmiendas a las Regulaciones Unificadas de Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo (ULUDR) centradas en el desarrollo de relleno suave. Los miembros también discutirán un tope a los alquileres de corta duración no ocupados por el propietario, una asociación de fondo fiduciario de vivienda con EastRise Credit Union, y actualizaciones a los acuerdos de gestión de estacionamiento y tarifas de parquímetros. Las aprobaciones estándar para nóminas, nombramientos de juntas y permisos de aceras están programadas para la agenda de consentimiento.

• Enmiendas a las Regulaciones Unificadas de Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo (ULUDR) para relleno suave
• Propuesta de tope a los alquileres de corta duración (STR) no ocupados por el propietario
• Memorando de Entendimiento con EastRise Credit Union para Programas de Fondos Fiduciarios de Vivienda
• Acueros de Gestión de Estacionamiento para los garajes Abenaki y Nedde
• Resolución para establecer nuevas tarifas de estacionamiento con parquímetro y actualizar las vacaciones de cumplimiento

The City Council approved a sidewalk permit for a business at 65 Winooski Falls Way with an added requirement for a recycling container. The Council also opened a public hearing for proposed amendments to land use regulations.

• Approved sidewalk permit for 65 Winooski Falls Way (4-0)
• Added recycling container requirement to permit (4-0)
• Opened public hearing for ULUDR amendments (4-0)
• Warned public hearing for July 13, 2026 (4-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación de Winooski discutirá el borrador del Estudio de Tipologías de Edificios y los borradores de los objetivos de uso de suelo y vitalidad económica del Plan Integral 2027. La comisión también recibirá una actualización sobre la petición de Green Mountain Power para un Certificado de Bien Público. No hay votaciones ni audiencias públicas programadas; todos los puntos son solo para discusión.

• Discusión del borrador del Estudio de Tipologías de Edificios
• Revisión de los borradores de Objetivos y Acciones de Uso de Suelo para el Plan Integral 2027
• Revisión de los borradores de Objetivos y Acciones de Vitalidad Económica para el Plan Integral 2027
• Actualización sobre la petición de Green Mountain Power para un Certificado de Bien Público
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting, voting 5‑0 with Brendan Sage abstaining. The session included discussion of the Building Typologies Project and upcoming Comprehensive Plan open houses, but no further actions were taken. City updates and other business were presented without any decisions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0, Brendan abstained)

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

Las comisiones de Inclusión y Pertenencia (Inclusion and Belonging) y de Personas Seguras, Saludables y Conectadas (Safe, Healthy, Connected People) llevarán a cabo una reunión conjunta para considerar una política propuesta que requiere verificaciones de antecedentes para los comisionados. El borrador de la política está disponible para su revisión. Otros puntos de la agenda incluyen la aprobación de las actas anteriores y comentarios del público.

• Discusión y posible aprobación de una Política de Verificación de Antecedentes de Comisionados (Commissioner Background Check Policy)
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 13 de abril de 2026

Development Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de Desarrollo llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de revisión final de subdivisión continuada para 197-205 West Allen St. También escucharán una apelación de la decisión del Administrador de Zonificación con respecto a 280 East Allen St. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior y comentarios del público.

• Audiencia pública sobre la revisión final de subdivisión para 197-205 West Allen St. (continuación de la del 21 de mayo de 2026)
• Audiencia pública sobre la apelación de la decisión del administrador de zonificación para 280 East Allen St.
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión del 21 de mayo de 2026
• Comentarios del público sobre temas fuera de la agenda

The Development Review Board approved the previous meeting minutes with a 3-0 vote. The board heard a continued public hearing on a subdivision review at 197-205 West Allen St., and a public hearing on an appeal of a zoning administrator's decision regarding a gas station at 280 East Allen St. The appellant withdrew the appeal.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (3-0)
• Closed public hearing on 197-205 West Allen St. subdivision (unanimous)
• Appeal of zoning administrator decision at 280 East Allen St. withdrawn

Finance Commission

La Comisión de Finanzas de Winooski discutirá su propio papel y estructura, votará sobre la designación de un presidente, vicepresidente y secretario, y llevará a cabo una discusión sobre la participación comunitaria para las Metas y Objetivos de Vitalidad Económica del borrador del Plan Integral. La reunión incluye comentarios del público y la aprobación de las actas anteriores.

• Discusión: Función y estructura de la Comisión
• Aprobar los oficiales de la Comisión (Presidente, Vicepresidente, Secretario)
• Discusión: Participación comunitaria para el borrador del Plan Integral – Metas y Objetivos de Vitalidad Económica (ver PDF)

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. It voted to delay appointing a chair, vice chair, and secretary until next month. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Postponed appointment of commission officers until next month

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

Esta reunión del Comité de la Biblioteca Winooski Memorial fue cancelada debido a la falta de quórum. No se llevó a cabo ningún asunto.

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y votará sobre una resolución para determinar la necesidad y la justa compensación por los derechos temporales y permanentes de Woolen Mill para el Proyecto del Puente Burlington-Winooski. También llevarán a cabo una audiencia pública y votarán sobre enmiendas al Capítulo 15 de Estacionamiento, y discutirán una asignación de reserva para el Abenaki Garage. La agenda de consentimiento incluye aprobaciones de una resolución del Mes del Orgullo, una resolución del Mes de la Herencia de los Inmigrantes/Día Mundial de los Refugiados, permisos de fiestas de bloque en el centro, un permiso de acera en 65 Winooski Falls Way, y un nombramiento de la Comisión de Finanzas para Alejandra Lopez.

• Audiencia pública y decisión sobre la necesidad y justa compensación por los derechos del proyecto Burlington-Winooski Bridge provenientes de Woolen Mill
• Audiencia pública y adopción de enmiendas al Capítulo 15 de Estacionamiento del Código de Winooski
• Discusión/aprobación de la asignación de reserva para el Abenaki Garage
• Resolución reconociendo junio como el Mes del Orgullo en Winooski
• Resolución reconociendo el Mes de la Herencia de los Inmigrantes y el Día Mundial de los Refugiados

The City Council approved the consent agenda unanimously (3‑0). A public hearing on the Burlington‑Winooski Bridge project was closed and moved to executive session, also by a 3‑0 vote. The council then approved compensation amounts of $18,241 for temporary rights and $98,331 for condemnation related to the bridge project. Finally, the council adopted proposed amendments to the city parking code with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (3-0)
• Closed public hearing on bridge project (3-0)
• Entered executive session for bridge compensation discussion (3-0)
• Approved bridge compensation: $18,241 temporary rights, $98,331 condemnation (3-0)
• Closed public hearing on parking code amendments (3-0)
• Adopted parking code Chapter 15 amendments (3-0)

Development Review Board

La Junta de Revisión de Desarrollo aprobará las actas de su reunión anterior. Luego llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de revisión de subdivisión final para 197‑205 West Allen Street, revisando los planos arquitectónicos, de linderos, civiles, de iluminación, de paisajismo y de agua y aguas residuales presentados. No se enumeran otras decisiones en la agenda.

• Aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior
• Audiencia pública sobre la solicitud de revisión de subdivisión final – 197‑205 West Allen St.
• Revisar el conjunto de planos arquitectónicos para 197‑205 West Allen St.
• Revisar la solicitud de asignación de agua y aguas residuales para 197‑205 West Allen St.
• Revisar los detalles de iluminación y paisajismo para 197‑205 West Allen St.

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes. A public hearing for a subdivision application at 197-205 West Allen St. was continued to June 10th to allow for a lighting plan and the completion of a stormwater review.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Continued public hearing for 197-205 West Allen St. subdivision to June 10th

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

La Comisión de Infraestructura Municipal de Winooski analizará planes técnicos para un proyecto de puente, conceptos de East Park y West Park, y la mejora de aguas pluviales en Brisson-Cedar Street. La agenda también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, la presentación de un nuevo comisionado y la recepción de actualizaciones del personal de la ciudad y de la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia. No hay decisiones vinculantes ni votaciones programadas para esta reunión.

• Discusión de los Conceptos Técnicos Base para el Proyecto del Puente
• Revisión de las ideas de East Park y West Park y de los comentarios de la jornada de puertas abiertas de abril de 2026
• Discusión del Proyecto de Mejora de Aguas Pluviales en Brisson-Cedar Street
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 19 de marzo de 2026
• Presentación de un nuevo Comisionado de Infraestructura Municipal

The commission unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. The City Council had approved Anna Vold as an alternate commissioner, and she was introduced. The meeting focused on discussion of the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project, including design updates, public feedback, and related park redesigns, as well as the Brisson-Cedar Street stormwater improvement project. No votes were taken on these projects.

• Approved March meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Anna Vold approved as alternate commissioner by City Council

Local Resources Advisory Board

El Local Resources Advisory Board discutirá el Building Typologies Project, incluyendo una sesión informativa sobre modelos de relleno de vivienda asequible y cambios de zonificación recomendados. También aprobarán las actas de reuniones anteriores y recibirán actualizaciones de la ciudad.

• Discusión del Building Typologies Project con documentos sobre modelos de relleno de vivienda asequible
• Revisión de los cambios de zonificación recomendados con fecha del 22 de abril de 2026
• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 23 de marzo y 8 de abril de 2026

The Local Resources Advisory Board approved the minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting. The motion was made by Sue, seconded by Doug, and passed unanimously. No other actions were formally decided at this meeting.

• Approved April 8, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Housing Commission

La Comisión de Vivienda de Winooski discutirá y potencialmente aprobará un límite para los alquileres a corto plazo no ocupados por el propietario para el año fiscal 27 (FY27). También revisarán los hallazgos de una entrevista con las partes interesadas de la evaluación de necesidades de vivienda equitativa y se reunirán con el Oficial de Movilidad Económica de la Comisión de Planificación Regional del Condado de Chittenden. Además, la comisión discutirá preguntas para una encuesta a propietarios para el año fiscal 27 (FY27).

• Discusión/Aprobación: Límite para alquileres a corto plazo no ocupados por el propietario (Límite de STR FY27)
• Discusión: Entrevista con las partes interesadas de la Evaluación de Necesidades de Vivienda Equitativa con la Comisión de Vivienda
• Discusión: Reunión con el Oficial de Movilidad Económica de la CCRPC
• Discusión: Preguntas para la encuesta a propietarios del FY27

The Housing Commission voted to recommend that the City Council maintain the cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals at 50 licenses for FY27. The Commission also tabled the approval of previous meeting minutes due to quorum concerns.

• Tabled approval of March 24, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended maintaining non-owner occupied short-term rental cap at 50 for FY27 (3-0)

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre la expropiación de derechos temporales y permanentes relacionados con el proyecto del puente Burlington-Winooski. El concejo también discutirá y potencialmente aprobará enmiendas a las Regulaciones Unificadas de Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo (ULUDR) relativas a las Consideraciones del Carácter del Área y una nueva sección de Relleno Suave (Gentle Infill). Los artículos adicionales incluyen una propuesta de política de arte público a corto plazo, la introducción de enmiendas a la ordenanza de estacionamiento y actualizaciones de objetivos sobre vivienda y comunidades seguras/saludables.

• Audiencia pública sobre la expropiación de derechos temporales y permanentes para el proyecto del puente Burlington-Winooski
• Discusión y posible aprobación de enmiendas a las ULUDR para las Consideraciones del Carácter del Área
• Introducción de enmiendas a la ordenanza de estacionamiento del Capítulo 15 y fijación de una fecha para la audiencia pública
• Discusión y posible aprobación de una Política de Arte Público a Corto Plazo
• Aprobación de la solicitud de permiso de evento del Winooski Farmers Market

The City Council opened a public hearing regarding condemnation for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project. A second public hearing was opened to discuss amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations. The public hearing for the bridge project will remain open until June 1, 2026.

• Approved Consent Agenda (4-0)
• Opened Public Hearing for Burlington-Winooski Bridge project rights
• Opened Public Hearing for Unified Land Use & Development Regulations amendments

Liquor Control Board

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas discutirá y votará sobre una solicitud de renovación para Mattarello Bakery en 25 Winooski Falls Way, Suite 110, que incluye un permiso de acera y una solicitud de restaurante. La junta también considerará un nuevo permiso de acera para Queen City Paw Spa en 25 Winooski Falls Way, Suite 108. Ambos puntos están listados bajo la agenda de discusión/aprobación de la reunión.

• Renovación de Mattarello Bakery (Suite 110) – permiso de acera y solicitud de restaurante
• Nuevo permiso de acera para Queen City Paw Spa (Suite 108)

The board voted to approve the renewal of Mattarello Baked Goods' license and to grant a new license to Queen City Paw Spa. Both items were included in the consent agenda and passed with a 4-0 vote. No objections were recorded.

• Approved Mattarello Baked Goods license renewal (consent agenda passed 4-0)
• Approved Queen City Paw Spa new license (consent agenda passed 4-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación discutirá el Grupo de Enfoque de la Evaluación de las Necesidades de Vivienda Equitativa y realizará un informe de la reunión del 23 de abril para identificar los próximos temas de las Regulaciones Uniformes de Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo (ULUDR). También considerarán la aprobación de las actas de marzo y abril, y escucharán actualizaciones de la Alcaldesa, la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia, y el personal de la ciudad.

• Discusión: Grupo de Enfoque de la Evaluación de las Necesidades de Vivienda Equitativa
• Informe de la reunión del 23 de abril con los próximos temas de ULUDR
• Aprobación de las actas de las reuniones del 26 de marzo y 23 de abril
• Actualizaciones de la Alcaldesa, la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia, y el Personal de la Ciudad

The Planning Commission approved the March 26 and April 23, 2026 meeting minutes. The group discussed the Equitable Housing Needs Assessment and future meeting schedules.

• Approved March 26, 2026 minutes (4-0, Abby abstained)
• Approved April 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Set June 11 and June 17 meeting dates
• Discussed Equitable Housing Needs Assessment project

Local Resources Advisory Board

Esta reunión fue reprogramada debido a la falta de quórum. La junta discutirá el Proyecto de Tipologías de Edificación, incluyendo modelos de relleno de vivienda asequible y cambios de zonificación recomendados. También aprobarán las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirán comentarios del público.

• Reunión reprogramada debido a falta de quórum
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior (8 de abril de 2026)
• Discusión: Proyecto de Tipologías de Edificación - Modelos de Relleno de Vivienda Asequible
• Cambios de Zonificación Recomendados (documento con fecha 4.22.2026)
• Periodo de comentarios públicos para temas fuera de la agenda

Finance Commission

La Comisión de Finanzas de Winooski llevará a cabo una discusión sobre el Procedimiento de Compras Competitivas y Solicitud de Propuestas. La reunión incluye comentarios del público, la aprobación de las actas anteriores y actualizaciones de la City Council y de la Inclusion & Belonging Commission. No se enumeran votaciones ni propuestas específicas.

• Discusión del Procedimiento de Compras Competitivas y Solicitud de Propuestas
• Actualización del enlace de la City Council
• Actualización de la Inclusion & Belonging Commission
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior

The Finance Commission approved the minutes from the prior meeting. Staff and commissioners discussed updates to the competitive purchasing procedure, specifically regarding the new fire truck purchase and password-protected bid submissions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed competitive purchasing procedure updates
• Discussed password-protected electronic bid submissions
• Discussed future role of Finance Commission due to chair vacancy

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

La Comisión de Personas Seguras, Saludables y Conectadas revisará un borrador de la Política de Arte Público a Corto Plazo y determinará si habrá escaños de la comisión vacantes para mandatos que terminan el 30 de junio de 2026. La reunión también incluye la aprobación de actas anteriores, comentarios del público y actualizaciones de los enlaces.

• Revisión del borrador de la Política de Arte Público a Corto Plazo
• Determinar escaños vacantes de la comisión para mandatos que terminan el 30 de junio de 2026
• Aprobar las actas de la reunión anterior del 14 de abril de 2026
• Periodo de comentarios públicos para temas que no están en la agenda
• Actualizaciones de los enlaces de la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia, el Concejo Municipal y el Personal de la Ciudad

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members reviewed a draft short-term public art policy that will be presented at an upcoming City Council meeting. The commission also noted three upcoming vacancies for commissioner terms ending June 30, 2026.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski llevará a cabo un retiro para revisar el desempeño del Año Fiscal 2026 y discutir/aprobar el plan de trabajo del Año Fiscal 2027, incluyendo prioridades de política y planes operativos. También realizarán una lluvia de ideas para el Año Fiscal 2028. Se incluye un periodo de comentarios públicos para los puntos de la agenda.

• Discusión/Aprobación: Revisión del Año Fiscal 2026 y descripción general del Plan de Trabajo FY27
• Discusión/Aprobación: Lluvia de ideas para el Año Fiscal 2028
• Documentos adjuntos: Prioridades de Política y Estrategias FY27, planes de trabajo operativos FY27
• Periodo de comentarios públicos para puntos que no están en la agenda

The council voted 4-0 to instruct city staff to review the discussed list of FY27 policy possibilities and include line striping. A separate motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:38 p.m. also passed unanimously (4-0). No other substantive actions were taken.

• Directed staff to consider FY27 policy possibilities and add line striping (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:38 p.m. (4-0)

Liquor Control Board

La Junta de Control de Bebidas Alcohólicas de Winooski discutirá y votará sobre licencias de licores condicionales y permisos de entretenimiento para cuatro establecimientos. La agenda cubre nuevas solicitudes en 476 Main Street, 30 Main Street y 20 Winooski Falls Way, junto con una renovación de licencia en 60 West Street. Estas aprobaciones determinan qué negocios pueden vender alcohol o presentar entretenimiento legalmente.

• Licencias de licores condicionales de primera y tercera clase para Sabor Ecuatoriano JA LLC en 476 Main Street
• Permisos de entretenimiento para Monkey Hospitality en 30 Main Street y Waterworks en 20 Winooski Falls Way
• Licencia de licores condicional de segunda clase y licencias de tabaco para Hickok & River en 60 West Street

The board approved the consent agenda, granting new conditional liquor licenses to Sabor Ecuatoriano JA LLC and entertainment permits to Monkey Hospitality and Waterworks, and renewing Hickok & River's liquor and tobacco licenses. All approvals are conditional pending inspections.

• Approved Sabor Ecuatoriano JA LLC - 476 Main Street: conditional first- and third-class liquor license and restaurant application (3-0)
• Approved Monkey Hospitality - 30 Main Street: new entertainment permit (3-0)
• Approved Waterworks - 20 Winooski Falls Way: new entertainment permit (3-0)
• Approved Hickok & River - 60 West Street: conditional renewal of second-class liquor license, tobacco license, and tobacco endorsement (3-0)

City Council

El Concejo Municipal discutirá el informe anual y el presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 del Distrito de Residuos Sólidos de Chittenden, considerará la adopción de una nueva política sobre acuerdos de trabajo temporal y revisará un borrador de política de arte público a corto plazo. Los artículos de consentimiento de rutina incluyen aprobaciones de actas de reuniones, nóminas y mandatos de cuentas por pagar, varias resoluciones de meses patrimoniales y una enmienda a la carta para la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia.

• Discusión del presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal 2027 del Distrito de Residuos Sólidos de Chittenden
• Considerar la adopción de una política sobre acuerdos de trabajo temporal
• Considerar la adopción de una política de arte público a corto plazo
• Aprobación de resoluciones para los meses de AANHPI, Judío Americano, Personas Mayores y Concientización sobre la Salud Mental
• Aprobación de la enmienda a la carta de la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia para especificar el enlace del personal

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and warrants, and adopted a policy for temporary work agreements. A vote on a temporary public art policy was postponed to the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items (3-0)
• Approved policy on temporary work agreements (3-0)
• Postponed vote on temporary public art policy to May 18

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski llevará a cabo discusiones públicas sobre varios temas de gobernanza que incluyen una revisión de todas las comisiones, comités y juntas de la ciudad, la compensación de los comisionados, un borrador de la política de verificación de antecedentes para solicitantes y comisionados en funciones, y si la estructura actual de las comisiones respalda las prioridades estratégicas. No hay votaciones programadas; la reunión es solo para discusión.

• Discusión: Revisión de Comisiones, Comités y Juntas, con un memorando de la Vicealcaldesa Bryn Oakleaf
• Discusión: Expectativas de Enlace del Concejo Municipal, con un memorando del Alcalde Thomas Renner
• Discusión: Compensación de los Comisionados, con un memorando de la Directora de Finanzas Angela Aldieri y la Administradora de la Ciudad Elaine Wang
• Discusión: Verificaciones de Antecedentes para Solicitantes y Comisionados en Funciones, incluyendo un borrador de política
• Discusión: Evaluación de si la Estructura Actual de las Comisiones Respalda de Mejor Manera la Visión Estratégica y las Prioridades de la Ciudad

The City Council held a special meeting on April 27, 2026, to discuss commissions, compensation, background checks, and participation policies. No formal actions or approvals were taken on those topics. The meeting was formally adjourned at 8:57 p.m. by a motion that passed 4‑0.

• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

La Comisión de Planificación y Vivienda de Winooski llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre las enmiendas propuestas a las Regulaciones Unificadas de Uso de Suelo y Desarrollo (ULUDR) para permitir el desarrollo de relleno suave. La comisión también revisará borradores de tipologías de edificios y recibirá actualizaciones de la alcaldesa y del personal de la ciudad.

• Audiencia pública sobre las enmiendas a las Secciones 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14 y el Artículo IX del ULUDR (relleno suave)
• Discusión de borradores de tipologías de edificios para modelos de relleno de vivienda asequible
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior del 26 de marzo de 2026
• Actualizaciones de la ciudad por parte de la Alcaldesa, la Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia, y el personal

The commission opened a public hearing on amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations and later closed the hearing unanimously. It then voted 4‑0 (John abstained) to forward the proposed changes to the City Council. The previous meeting minutes were tabled for the next meeting, and the commission concurred to remove sections 5.14.G and 5.14.H and to require screening of above‑ground utility structures for two‑unit projects.

• Open public hearing on ULUDR amendments (unanimous)
• Close public hearing (unanimous)
• Forward proposed ULUDR changes (sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, Article IX) to City Council (4‑0, John abstained)
• Table previous meeting minutes to next meeting
• Remove Section 5.14.G and 5.14.H (commission concurred)
• Require screening of above‑ground utility structures for two‑unit projects (commission concurred)

City Council

El Concejo de la Ciudad de Winooski discutirá y potencialmente aprobará varios artículos que incluyen solicitudes de subvenciones para financiamiento federal. Los artículos clave incluyen Solicitudes de Gastos Dirigidos por el Congreso para la renovación del Departamento de Policía, la Expansión de la Biblioteca y un Sistema de Comunicación de Radio de Seguridad Pública. El concejo también revisará un informe del Tesorero para el Q3 FY2026 y un borrador de la Política de Acuerdo de Trabajo Temporal.

• Aprobación de Solicitudes de Gastos Dirigidos por el Congreso para la Renovación del Departamento de Policía, Expansión de la Biblioteca y Sistema de Comunicación de Radio de Seguridad Pública
• Aprobación de la Solicitud de Subvención de Justice Assistant por parte del Jefe de Policía Justin Huizenga
• Solicitud de Balizas de Destello Rápido Rectangulares (RRFBs) adicionales para el área de desvío del Proyecto del Puente Burlington-Winooski
• Discusión de los Informes del Tesorero para el Trimestre 3 del Año Fiscal 2026 (enero–marzo)
• Discusión del borrador de la Política de Acuerdo de Trabajo Temporal

The City Council approved the consent agenda with one item removed and a subsequent payout warrant. The Council discussed a proposed policy for temporary work agreements and reviewed financial reports.

• Approved consent agenda with item D removed (4-0)
• Approved subsequent to payout warrant February 2026 (4-0)
• Approved City Council and Liquor Control Board meeting minutes April 6, 2026
• Approved payroll warrant March 29 - April 11, 2026
• Approved accounts payable warrant April 16, 2026
• Approved resolution recognizing May as Frontline Workers Month
• Approved Arbor Day Proclamation
• Approved municipal infrastructure commission appointment

Liquor Control Board

La Junta de Control de Licores de Winooski considerará varias solicitudes y renovaciones de permisos. Los artículos incluyen un nuevo permiso de acera y de consumo al aire libre para Donwoori Korean LLC en 22 Main Street, la renovación condicional de licencias de licores y tabaco para Hickok & River LLC en 60 Hickok Street, y renovaciones de permisos de entretenimiento para Four Quarters en 70 Main Street y SPECS en 7 West Canal Street.

• Nuevo permiso de acera y de consumo al aire libre para Donwoori Korean LLC en 22 Main Street
• Renovación condicional de la Licencia de Licores de Segunda Clase, Licencia de Tabaco y Endoso de Sustituto de Tabaco para Hickok & River LLC en 60 Hickok Street
• Renovación del Permiso de Entretenimiento para Four Quarters en 70 Main Street
• Renovación del Permiso de Entretenimiento para SPECS en 7 West Canal Street

The Liquor Control Board approved the consent agenda in a 4-0 vote, granting a new sidewalk and outside consumption permit for Donwoori Korean LLC, renewing conditional second-class liquor and tobacco licenses for Hickok & River LLC, and renewing entertainment permits for Four Quarters and SPECS. Staff recommended approval; a reminder will be sent to applicants about ADA compliance.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0): Donwoori Korean LLC – new sidewalk permit and outside consumption permit
• Approved consent agenda: Hickok & River LLC – renewal of conditional second-class liquor license, tobacco license, and tobacco substitute endorsement
• Approved consent agenda: Four Quarters – renewal of entertainment permit
• Approved consent agenda: SPECS – renewal of entertainment permit

Development Review Board

El Development Review Board llevará a cabo una audiencia pública sobre una solicitud de subdivisión preliminar para 50 Park Street, que incluye planes para dos edificios y una redesarrollo de un armería con un convenio de subsidio de vivienda de VHCB. La junta también revisará un plan esquemático para un desarrollo en 5-17 Gabe's Way. Las actas de reuniones anteriores y otras actualizaciones están en la agenda.

• Audiencia pública sobre la revisión de subdivisión preliminar para 50 Park Street, que incluye dos edificios y un redesarrollo de una armería
• Revisión de plan esquemático para 5-17 Gabe's Way
• Los documentos incluyen hallazgos y decisión para 255 Lafountain Street
• Documentos de permiso de zonificación para 8X Franklin Street adjuntos

The Development Review Board held a public hearing on a preliminary subdivision at 50 Park Street and a sketch plan review for 5-17 Gabe's Way, but took no votes on either project. The only formal action was unanimous approval of the previous meeting minutes. All other items were discussion or public comment only.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

La Comisión Safe, Healthy, Connected People se reunirá para analizar el Plan Maestro de Parques y Espacios Abiertos. La reunión incluye una sesión de comentarios públicos sobre los puntos de la agenda.

• Seguimiento del Plan Maestro de Parques y Espacios Abiertos

The commission unanimously approved the previous meeting's minutes. Staff provided updates on upcoming events, park construction, and the library's relocation schedule. The commission also learned of a new council liaison and a public hearing regarding zoning language.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Received update on Parks and Open Space Master Plan progress
• Noted staff update on Green Up Day and Memorial Park events
• Noted staff update on Landry Park pavilion footings
• Noted staff update on park and trail hiring
• Noted staff update on library relocation in May
• Noted award of $20K for trail improvement planning at Gilbrook
• Noted change in council liaison to Bryn

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

La Comisión de Inclusión y Pertenencia discutirá y potencialmente aprobará la realización de una entrevista para la evaluación de las necesidades de vivienda equitativa con la profesora Kelly Hamshaw de UVM. También discutirán el papel de la Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission y considerarán un acuerdo de trabajo para la comisión. Además, la comisión discutirá establecer un calendario de reuniones regulares para los meses pares y actualizaciones al lenguaje de ULUDR.

• Discusión/Aprobación: Entrevista de la evaluación de las necesidades de vivienda equitativa con la profesora Kelly Hamshaw en UVM
• Discusión: Papel de la Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission — Cymone Bedford (Economic Mobility Manager)
• Discusión/Aprobación: Acuerdo de trabajo para I & B
• Discusión/Aprobación: Establecer fecha y hora de reunión para cada mes par
• Discusión: Actualizaciones al lenguaje de ULUDR

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission approved the minutes from February 9, 2026 (3-0, with one abstention) and tabled discussion of a working agreement to the next meeting. Commissioners heard presentations on a new regional Economic Mobility Manager role and an Equitable Housing Needs Assessment from UVM. The next meeting is set for June 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm.

• Approved February 9, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0, Ruth Steinmetz abstaining)
• Tabled Working Agreement for I&B Commission to June 11, 2026 meeting
• Set next regular meeting for June 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm

Local Resources Advisory Board

La Junta Asesora de Recursos Locales considerará un Certificado de Idoneidad para el desarrollo propuesto en 197-205 West Allen Street (ZON26-45). La agenda incluye una revisión del plan de boceto con documentos de apoyo. La junta también aprobará las actas de la reunión anterior y recibirá actualizaciones de la ciudad.

• Revisión del Certificado de Idoneidad para ZON26-45 en 197-205 West Allen Street
• Revisión de plan de boceto, planos arquitectónicos, plano de sitio, detalles de paisajismo y especificaciones de accesorios exteriores
• La propiedad está incluida en el Registro Histórico del Estado
• Aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior del 11 de marzo de 2026
• Actualizaciones de la ciudad y otros asuntos

The Local Resources Advisory Board unanimously recommended approval of a proposed multiunit dwelling at 197-205 West Allen Street, with specific conditions regarding roofline brackets and paint color. The board noted the project would reduce lot coverage and requires further approval from the Development Review Board.

• Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PUD proposal and 4-unit dwelling (unanimous)
• Recommended adding accent brackets to roofline (unanimous)
• Recommended exterior paint color mesh with existing development (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations regarding area character. The body is also deciding on housing trust fund disbursements and project fee adjustments for Lot 7D.

• Amendments to Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR)
• Preauthorization of Housing Trust Fund, Down Payment Assistance, and Interest Rate Buydown Program disbursements
• Lot 7D Project Fees Adjustments
• Main Street Revitalization Project - Construction Phase Amendment 2
• Chittenden County Public Safety Authority next steps

The City Council voted 4-0 to affirm Winooski’s continued membership in the Chittenden County Public Safety Authority. A second motion also passed 4-0 directing the city’s representative to vote against any proposal to dissolve the Authority. The consent agenda, including approvals for the Main Street Revitalization Phase‑2 and several staff positions, was also approved unanimously.

• Affirmed continued membership in Chittenden County Public Safety Authority (4-0)
• Directed city representative to vote against any dissolution of CCPSA (4-0)
• Approved Main Street Revitalization Project – Construction Phase Amendment 2 (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Airport Commission through June 30, 2026 (4-0)
• Approved new Seasonal Parks and Trails Steward position description (4-0)
• Approved Recreation Coordinator position description update (4-0)
• Approved updates to Community Services Youth Programming position descriptions (4-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes of March 23, 2026 and related payroll/accountable warrants (4-0)

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and approve renewals, permits, and license applications for several local establishments. Items include renewals of existing liquor licenses, conditional approvals, and sidewalk or outside‑consumption permits. The board will vote on each proposal during the April 6, 2026 meeting.

• Misery Loves Company – 46 Main St.: Outside Consumption Permit, Sidewalk Permit, First Class Liquor License (licensed 4/30/24‑4/30/25)
• Standing Stones – 33 Main St.: Outside Consumption Permit, Sidewalk Permit
• Asian Bistro – 25 Winooski Falls Way #112: Restaurant License, First Class Liquor License, Third Class Liquor License
• Paquette Family – 13 W. Center: Conditional First Class Liquor License, Conditional Restaurant License
• Mule Bar – 38 Main St.: First Class Liquor License, Third Class Liquor License, Restaurant Application, Outside Consumption Permit, Sidewalk Permit

The board considered a consent agenda covering ten establishments. A motion to approve all listed licenses and permits was made by Councilor Goodrich, seconded by Deputy Mayor Oakleaf, and passed unanimously 4-0. All items on the agenda were approved as recommended by staff.

• Approved Misery Loves Company – 46 Main St. renewal (outside consumption, sidewalk, first class liquor)
• Approved Standing Stones – 33 Main St. renewal (outside consumption, sidewalk)
• Approved Asian Bistro – 25 Winooski Falls Way #112 renewal (restaurant, first class, third class liquor licenses)
• Approved Paquette Family – 13 W. Center renewal (conditional first class liquor, conditional restaurant license)
• Approved Southern Smoke – 150 W. Canal renewal (conditional caterer license)
• Approved Sarom's – 10 Manseau St. renewal (conditional restaurant application)
• Approved Four Quarters Brewing – 70 Main St. renewal (conditional restaurant, outside consumption, first class and third class liquor licenses)
• Approved Howl Bier – 45 Main St. sidewalk permit

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will consider approving the minutes from its previous meeting, discuss plans for relocating the library to 65 Winooski Falls Way, and review city procedures related to federal immigration enforcement. Additional agenda items include public comment, committee member updates, library updates, and other business.

• Approve previous meeting minutes (see linked minutes)
• Planning and logistics for move to 65 Winooski Falls Way
• Review library and city procedures related to federal immigration enforcement
• Public comment period
• Committee member updates

The committee postponed approval of the prior meeting minutes, tabling them until the next meeting. No other motions were formally approved, denied, or adopted. The meeting included updates on the library’s $1.5 million fundraising, the planned move to 65 Winooski Falls Way, and draft guidelines for handling federal immigration enforcement requests.

• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes (postponed to next meeting)

City Council

The Winooski City Council is conducting a tour of city facilities. No official actions will be taken during this meeting.

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) for Sections 6.2, 6.3, and 6.6. The commission will also discuss additional ULUDR changes covering Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.6, 6.8 and Article IX for gentle infill. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting minutes, city updates, and other business.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Public hearing on ULUDR amendments to Sections 6.2, 6.3, and 6.6 (Character of the Area Considerations)
• Discussion of ULUDR amendments to Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.6, 4.7, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.6, 6.8 and Article IX (gentle infill)
• City updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and City Staff
• Other business

The commission unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes and opened a public hearing on ULUDR Sections 6.2, 6.3, and 6.6. The hearing was later closed unanimously, and the commission voted 4‑0 (Mike abstained) to recommend the amendments to the City Council. A separate motion unanimously set a public hearing for April 23 at 5:30 pm on multiple ULUDR sections and Article IX.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Opened public hearing on ULUDR Sections 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing (unanimous)
• Recommended ULUDR amendments to City Council (4-0, Mike abstained)
• Scheduled public hearing on ULUDR Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14 and Article IX for April 23 at 5:30 pm (unanimous)

Housing Commission

The commission will vote to approve the November 25 2025 and December 15 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss a memo on using artificial‑intelligence tools for taking meeting notes. It will review the draft scope of work for a Building Typologies Project and an affordable family‑housing study brief. The agenda also includes updates from the city, council, and Inclusion & Belonging Commission, followed by any other business.

• Approve November 25 2025 and December 15 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion: Use of AI for notes (HC Memo 3.24.26)
• Discussion: Building Typologies Project – draft scope of work and affordable family‑housing study brief
• City, Council, and Inclusion & Belonging Commission updates
• Other business

The Housing Commission approved the November 25, 2025 and December 15, 2025 meeting minutes, each by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved staff’s use of Zoom’s AI‑powered note‑taking tool for drafting minutes, passing 3‑0. Commissioners discussed the Building Typologies Project and directed the consultants to continue developing the draft typologies for review at the April 23 meeting.

• Approved November 25, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved December 15, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved use of AI note‑taking tool for minutes (3‑0)
• Directed consultants to continue draft typologies for review at April 23 meeting

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission held an emergency‑notice meeting to discuss the Building Typologies project, which aims to create graphical standards for the city’s residential zoning districts. The project team will review whether current dimensional requirements support the city’s goal of encouraging affordable, family‑sized housing. No formal decisions were recorded; the agenda also included public comment and other business.

• Discussion: Building Typologies Project – review of scope of work for residential zoning standards
• Public Comment – open for topics not on the agenda
• Other Business – unspecified items

The commission met on March 23, 2026 to discuss the Building Typologies Project. Guests Geoff Farrell and Keith Covington presented project scope and recommendations. No votes, approvals, or other actions were recorded.

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will hold a public meeting at 1 East Allen St. on March 23, 2026. Items include a call to order, agenda changes, a public comment period, and a discussion of a walking tour map for the Building Typologies Project. The board will also address any other business before adjourning.

• Call to Order
• Changes to the Agenda
• Public Comment period
• Discussion of Walking Tour for Building Typologies Project
• Other Business

The Local Resources Advisory Board did not have a quorum, so no regular business or votes occurred. Members and guests took a walking tour for the Building Typologies Project, but no actions were taken. All agenda items were postponed.

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider approving a settlement agreement for the Champlain Mill pedestrian bridge and awarding a contract for the FY26 audit. The meeting also includes routine approvals for warrants, appointments, and a resolution for Arab American Heritage Month.

• Approval of FY26 Audit Contract Award
• Discussion/Approval of Champlain Mill Bridge Settlement Agreement
• Approval of Resolution - Arab American Heritage Month
• Approval of Payroll Warrant March 1-March 14, 2026
• Discussion/Approval of Special Council Meeting to Review Commission Structure

The council approved the settlement agreement for the Champlain Mill pedestrian bridge, authorized the FY26 audit contract with Telling and Hillman, appointed new members to the Development Review Board, and authorized a civil complaint for a zoning violation at 126 West Spring St. It also approved scheduling a special council meeting in April to review commission structure.

• Approved Champlain Mill Bridge settlement agreement (4-0)
• Approved FY26 audit contract award to Telling and Hillman (4-0)
• Approved Development Review Board appointments of Ryan Wade, Felipe Hoyos, Chris Wheeland, Riley Livermore (4-0)
• Authorized filing civil complaint for 126 West Spring St zoning violation (4-0)
• Approved special council meeting to review commission structure, to be scheduled in April (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda items (4-0)

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on the conditional use review application for 119 Lafountain Street, reviewing the site plan, zoning permit application, and preliminary water and wastewater allocation. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting, conduct its annual reorganization to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, and address city updates and other business.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Review Application – 119 Lafountain St.
• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Annual Reorganization Meeting – elect Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• City updates
• Other business

The Development Review Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting by unanimous vote. In the annual reorganization, members voted unanimously to elect David Weissberger as chair and Aaron Guyette as vice chair. A public hearing was held on the conditional use application for 119 Lafountain St, but no decision was recorded. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Elected David Weissberger as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Aaron Guyette as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission approved the January 15 meeting minutes without dissent. Eli Ogilvie, newly elected to the City Council, was noted as taking over the commission’s council liaison role. The board reviewed updates to the FY26 work plan and related projects, then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved Jan 15 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Eli Ogilvie appointed as City Council liaison to the commission (role change)
• Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Gretchen, second by Micayla)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will consider amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) covering Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.7, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.6, 6.8 and Article IX, aimed at gentle infill. The commission will also approve the minutes from the February 26, 2026 meeting. Public comment will be taken, and the body will receive updates from the mayor, the Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and city staff.

• Amendments to ULUDR Sections 2.4, 2.5, 4.7, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.6, 6.8 and Article IX (gentle infill)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (Feb 26 2026)
• Public comment period
• Updates from the Mayor
• Updates from the Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The commission decided to table the approval of the previous meeting minutes to the next meeting. No other substantive actions were adopted; the commission only discussed draft amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations.

• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes (deferred to next meeting)

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will meet to discuss the Building Typologies Project. The board will also discuss the outreach approach for structures on the State Historic Register.

• Discussion: Building Typologies Project
• Discussion: Outreach Approach Regarding Structures on the State Historic Register

The board unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. It agreed to hold a walk with the building typologies consultants on March 23 from 10 am to 12 pm and identified Maple Street, West Allen Street, Mansion Street, Hickok Street, and Audet Street as focus areas. The consultants will attend the Housing Commission meeting on March 24 at 6 pm and will review their first drafts at the joint Housing and Planning Commission meeting on April 23 at 6:30 pm.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled March 23 walk with consultants 10 am‑12 pm (agreement)
• Designated route areas: Maple St, West Allen St, Mansion St, Hickok St, Audet St
• Planned consultant participation in Housing Commission meeting March 24 at 6 pm
• Planned draft review at joint Housing and Planning Commission meeting April 23 at 6:30 pm

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission will approve the minutes from its previous meeting, receive updates from the City Council Liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission, and hold a discussion on the vision and goals for the 2027 Comprehensive Plan. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• City Council Liaison update
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission update
• Discussion: 2027 Comprehensive Plan visioning and goal setting
• Other business

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Elsa Goodrich was introduced as the new Finance Commission liaison. Commissioners discussed revisions to the 2027 Comprehensive Plan goals but made no formal decisions on the language. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes
• Adjourning the meeting

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and approve renewal applications for several establishments. Items include various classes of liquor licenses, outside consumption permits, and conditional sidewalk or restaurant permits. All listed applications are for renewals of existing licenses.

• Renewal of Second Class Liquor License for Misery Loves Company – 46 Main St.
• Renewal of First and Third Class Liquor Licenses, Outside Consumption Permit, Sidewalk Application (Conditional) and Restaurant Application for Onion City Chicken & Oyster – 3 East Allen St.
• Renewal of First and Third Class Liquor Licenses and Outside Consumption Permit for John Ryan Post VFW – 6 Maple St.
• Renewal of First and Third Class Liquor Licenses, Restaurant Application, Outside Consumption Permit and Sidewalk Permit (Conditional) for Gumshoe Inc. – 28 Main St.
• Renewal of First and Third Class Liquor Licenses, Restaurant Application, Outside Consumption Permit and Sidewalk Permit (Conditional) for Monkey Hospitality – 30 Main St.

The board reviewed a consent agenda covering renewals for eight establishments. The City Clerk presented each application with no concerns. Councilor Al Turkos moved to approve the agenda, seconded by Councilor Elsie Goodrich; the motion passed unanimously 4‑0. All listed licenses and permits were approved.

• Approved renewal of Misery Loves Company – Second Class Liquor License (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Onion City Chicken & Oyster – First, Third Class Licenses, Outside Consumption Permit, Conditional Sidewalk Application, Restaurant Application (4-0)
• Approved renewal of John Ryan Post VFW – First and Third Class Licenses, Outside Consumption Permit (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Gumshoe Inc. – First and Third Class Licenses, Restaurant Application, Outside Consumption Permit, Conditional Sidewalk Permit (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Monkey Hospitality – First and Third Class Licenses, Restaurant Application, Outside Consumption Permit, Conditional Sidewalk Permit (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Champlain Mill – Conditional Restaurant Application, Conditional First and Third Class Licenses, Conditional Sidewalk Permit, Conditional Outside Consumption Permit (4-0)
• Approved renewal of Regular Veterans Association – Conditional First and Third Class Licenses (4-0)
• Approved renewal of R.L. Vallee – Conditional Second Class Liquor License, Conditional Tobacco License, Conditional Tobacco Substitute Endorsement (4-0)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss and vote on several governance matters, including the appointment of a Deputy Mayor, adoption of council rules of procedure, and a municipal code of ethics/conflict‑of‑interest policy. It will also adopt the 2026‑2027 council meeting schedule and approve the proposed private street name Dawn Drive for the 300 Main Street location.

• Approval of proposed private street name – Dawn Drive at 300 Main Street
• Discussion/Approval: Appointment of Deputy Mayor
• Discussion/Approval: Adopt Rules of Procedure for the council
• Discussion/Approval: Municipal Code of Ethics/Conflict of Interest Policy
• Discussion/Approval: Adopt 2026‑2027 City Council Meeting Schedule

The Winooski City Council approved its consent agenda and then appointed Bryn Oakleaf as Deputy Mayor. It adopted revised Rules of Procedure, updated the Conflict of Interest Policy and required ethics training, and approved the 2026‑2027 meeting schedule. The council also renamed a private road to Dawn Drive, adopted a Community Access/Engagement Procedure, and set commission liaison assignments. All actions were approved unanimously (4‑0).

• Approved consent agenda items (4‑0)
• Appointed Bryn Oakleaf as Deputy Mayor (4‑0)
• Adopted Rules of Procedure with edits to Articles 6(B) and 12 (4‑0)
• Updated Conflict of Interest Policy and mandated ethics training by March 31, 2026 (4‑0)
• Approved 2026‑2027 City Council meeting schedule (4‑0)
• Renamed 300 Main Street to Dawn Drive (private road) (4‑0)
• Approved Community Access/Engagement Procedure (4‑0)
• Approved Council liaison assignments for commissions (4‑0)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will hold an open‑house event at the library on Thursday, March 5, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A quorum of committee members may attend, but no official actions will be taken. The notice satisfies Vermont’s Open Meeting Law requirement.

City Council

The City Council will hold its Town Meeting Day on March 2, 2026, at the Winooski School District Performing Arts Center and via Zoom. Mayor Thomas Renner will present the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. No other items are listed for discussion or decision.

• Fiscal Year 2027 budget presentation by Mayor Thomas Renner (FY27 Budget Presentation.pdf)

The council held an informational meeting to present the FY2027 budget, including a 7.92% proposed increase and details on bond items such as the Cascade Garage elevator replacement and E. Spring Street sidewalk. Council members asked questions about the Human Resources Info System cost, a potential fifth dispatcher, and parking‑garage financing. No motions were voted on, and the meeting was adjourned without any approvals, denials, or tabling of items.

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider authorizing use of its fund balance to purchase the property at 111 Weaver Street for fire department dwelling and limited office space. The council will also consider a change in scope of the Armory housing project contract with CHT. Executive sessions are scheduled for confidential discussion of the real‑estate purchase option and the contract scope change. Public comment will be allowed on each agenda item.

• Executive session to negotiate a purchase option for 111 Weaver Street for fire department dwelling and limited office space
• Discussion/Approval: authorize use of fund balance to purchase real estate (111 Weaver Street)
• Executive session to discuss change in scope of Armory housing project contract with CHT
• Discussion/Approval: approve change in scope of Armory housing project
• Public comment period for each agenda item

The council authorized using the general fund to purchase 111 Weaver Street and spend up to $30,000 on renovations for fire department use. It also approved changing the Armory housing project’s scope from a mixed ownership‑rental plan to 100% rental units. Both actions were adopted unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Enter executive session to discuss 111 Weaver Street purchase (4-0 passed)
• Exit executive session on 111 Weaver Street discussion (4-0 passed)
• Authorize use of general fund balance to purchase 111 Weaver Street and up to $30,000 for renovation/operation (4-0 passed)
• Enter executive session to discuss Armory project contract change (3-0 passed, one councilor recused)
• Exit executive session on Armory project discussion (3-0 passed)
• Approve change in scope of Armory project to 100% rental units and authorize mayor to support publicly (3-0 passed)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0 passed)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning and Housing Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss proposed changes to the Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines. The body will also review amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) regarding gentle infill and the character of the area.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Discussion and approval of Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines
• Discussion of ULUDR amendments for gentle infill (Sections 5.14, 6.8, Article IX)
• Discussion of ULUDR amendments for character of the area (Sections 6.2, 6.3, 6.6)
• City updates from Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and Staff

The commission approved changes to the Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines, finalizing a partnership with East Rise Credit Union for down‑payment assistance and interest‑rate buydown programs. The motion was made by Jack, seconded by Nora, and passed unanimously. The commission also voted to hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to ULUDR Sections 6.2, 6.3 and 6.6, motion by Matt and seconded by Trevor, unanimous.

• Approved Housing Trust Fund policy changes (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing on ULUDR §§6.2‑6.6 amendments (unanimous)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a 'Coffee Chat' at the Winooski Senior Center. No official actions are scheduled during this event, which is held to comply with Vermont's Open Meeting Law.

• Coffee Chat event at Winooski Senior Center
• Attendance by City Councilors for quorum compliance
• No official City Council actions scheduled

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a meet‑and‑greet at Specs Cafe (7 West Canal Street) on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 10 AM. No official City Council actions are scheduled; the notice satisfies Vermont's Open Meeting Law requirement.

Development Review Board

The board approved the previous meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It then voted unanimously to close the public hearing on the final subdivision application for 219 Hickok Street. No other motions were adopted during the session.

• Approve previous meeting minutes – unanimous
• Close public hearing for 219 Hickok St. – unanimous

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and approve several licensing items, including the renewal of the Last Stop establishment at 12 Malletts Bay. The board will also consider a First Class Liquor License, a Second Class Liquor License, a restaurant application, and an annual entertainment permit.

• Renewal of Last Stop - 12 Malletts Bay
• First Class Liquor License
• Second Class Liquor License
• Restaurant Application
• Annual Entertainment Permit

City Council

The council will discuss and vote on updates to Chapter 28 fees, adopt draft revisions, and consider the FY27 fund budgets and capital plans for water, wastewater, parking, community services and development. It will also consider resolutions setting the FY27 water rate and the FY27 wastewater rate. Additional items include a public hearing on the fee updates, an electric‑vehicle readiness plan, a Black History Month resolution, and direction for the Armory Project and related city fees.

• Public Hearing on Ordinance Update – Chapter 28 Fees (water and parking)
• Adoption of Draft Updates to Chapter 28 Fees
• FY27 Fund Budgets and Capital Plans (water, wastewater, parking, community services programs, and community development)
• Resolution: FY27 Water Rate
• Resolution: FY27 Wastewater Rate

The City Council adopted the FY27 fund budgets and capital plans for water, wastewater, parking, community services and development. It also approved updated Chapter 28 fee schedules, and new water and wastewater rates for FY27. The council voted to adopt the Winooski Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan and a resolution recognizing Black History Month.

• Approved FY27 Fund Budgets and Capital Plans (4-0)
• Approved FY27 Wastewater Rate resolution (4-0)
• Approved FY27 Water Rate resolution (4-0)
• Adopted updates to Chapter 28 fees (4-0)
• Approved Winooski Electric Vehicle Readiness Plan (3-0, Deputy Mayor recused)
• Approved Black History Month resolution (4-0)
• Closed public hearing on Chapter 28 fee updates (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to multiple sections of the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) regarding gentle infill. The body will also review a site plan for 62 Union St and discuss transmission pole relocation requests from Green Mountain Power.

• Site plan review for 62 Union St
• Discussion on removing and relocating transmission poles and lines for Green Mountain Power
• Proposed amendments to ULUDR Sections 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 4.7, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 4.18, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6 and Article IX

The commission voted 5‑0, with Brendan abstaining, to approve the previous meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made by Brendan and seconded by Sarah and was carried. No other formal actions were decided; the remainder of the agenda involved discussion and updates.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0, Brendan abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Brendan, seconded by Sarah)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will review the FY25 Annual Report. Members will discuss the design of the renovated library and plan logistics for the site at 65 Winooski Falls Way. The committee will also consider H.594 legislation on addressing homelessness in Vermont. No other business is listed.

• Review of FY25 Annual Report
• Discussion of design for renovated library
• Planning and logistics for 65 Winooski Falls Way
• Consideration of H.594 legislation on addressing homelessness in VT

The library committee reported on programming, usage statistics, building move delays, fundraising, and upcoming legislation. No motions were adopted or votes taken during the meeting.

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will approve the minutes from the previous meeting and discuss two project topics. Members will review design elements for the Building Typologies Project based on a draft scope of work. They will also consider an outreach approach for structures listed on the State Historic Register. Additional agenda items include city updates and other business.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Discussion of design elements in the Building Typologies Project (draft scope of work attached)
• Discussion of outreach approach for structures on the State Historic Register
• City updates
• Other business

The Local Resources Advisory Board approved the prior meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The board discussed the building typologies project, outreach mailer for historic register owners, and a proposal for 62 Union Street, but no formal actions were taken on those items. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review and discuss the Community Services Scholarship Procedure, referencing several draft and summary documents. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the previous meeting minutes, updates from the City Council liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission, and any other business raised.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• City Council liaison update
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission update
• Discussion of Community Services Scholarship Procedure (multiple draft documents)
• Other business

The commission approved the previous meeting minutes with an amendment correcting a member’s listed role and adding missing public participants. The motion was made by Logan Devaney and seconded by Maurice Matte, and the amendment was approved. No other actions were decided; the meeting included updates on the upcoming budget, bond proposals, and scholarship process discussion.

• Approved previous meeting minutes as amended

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will review and approve the minutes from its previous meeting. It will discuss a follow‑up to the Comprehensive Work Plan & Planning Summary presented by Ravi Venkataraman. The commission will consider a working agreement for the Inclusion & Belonging program. Updates will be given by city council, city staff, and ambassadors.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Review Comprehensive Work Plan & Planning Summary follow‑up (Ravi Venkataraman)
• Discuss and approve Working Agreement for Inclusion & Belonging
• City Council liaison updates
• City Staff liaison updates

The commission approved the draft minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. Planning Director Ravi Venkataraman presented updated goals and objectives for the city’s Comprehensive Plan. Council and staff updates were given on the budget, ballot availability, and upcoming events, but no further actions were decided.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will have a quorum present at the Community Winter Supper on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 5 – 7 PM at the Winooski School District. No official City Council actions will be taken during this event. The notice satisfies Vermont's Open Meeting Law requirement.

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider several routine approvals, including minutes from the Liquor Control Board and City Council meetings held on January 26, 2026, and an accounts payable warrant dated January 29, 2026. Council members will authorize a senior‑center fundraising event at the Dumb Luck Pub. The primary agenda item is a discussion and possible approval of an update to Chapter 28 fees covering water and parking services. An executive session is proposed to review the city manager’s appointment, employment, or evaluation under V.S.A. §313(3).

• Approve Liquor Control Board Meeting Minutes of January 26, 2026
• Approve Accounts Payable Warrant dated January 29, 2026
• Authorize Senior Center fundraising event at Dumb Luck Pub
• Discuss/approve updates to Chapter 28 fees for water and parking
• Proposed executive session to review city manager appointment/evaluation per V.S.A. §313(3)

The council approved the consent agenda, including a senior‑center fundraising event, with a 3‑0 vote (Deputy Mayor abstained). Councilors voted 4‑0 to set a Feb 17, 2026 public hearing for updating the Chapter 28 Fees ordinance. They also entered an executive session to discuss appointment and employment matters, passing the motion 4‑0.

• Approved Consent Agenda (including Senior Center fundraising) – vote 3‑0, Deputy Mayor abstained
• Approved public hearing date Feb 17, 2026 for Chapter 28 Fees ordinance – vote 4‑0
• Entered Executive Session on appointment/evaluation matters – vote 4‑0
• Adjourned meeting at 8:05 PM – vote 4‑0

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will review a Certificate of Appropriateness for 109 Main Street. The board will also discuss a storymapping project for the Malletts Bay Avenue neighborhood.

• Certificate of Appropriateness Review: ZON26-38 for 109 Main Street
• Discussion of Malletts Bay Avenue Neighborhood Storymapping Project

The board approved the previous meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The Certificate of Appropriateness review for 109 Main Street was discussed but the board deferred a decision pending further information. No other actions were taken and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Certificate of Appropriateness review for 109 Main Street
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider the Final Fiscal Year 27 Budget presented by Mayor Thomas Renner. It will also discuss a public meeting on the EPA Brownfields Clean Up Grant for 2026. Several bond resolutions will be reviewed, including funding for City Hall renovations, an East Spring Street sidewalk, and an elevator in the Cascades parking garage. A warning about the 2026 Town Meeting Day election will be presented.

• Discussion: EPA Brownfields Clean Up Grant 2026
• Discussion/Approval: Final Fiscal Year 27 Budget
• Discussion/Approval: City Hall Renovations Bond Resolution
• Discussion/Approval: East Spring Street Sidewalk Bond Resolution
• Discussion/Approval: Cascades Garage Elevator Bond Resolution

The City Council adopted the consent agenda unanimously. It approved a FY27 budget that raises the tax rate by 7.92% to a total of $12,458,921.87. The Council also approved bond resolutions for City Hall renovations, East Spring Street sidewalks, and the Cascades Garage elevator, each passing 3‑0. An amended Town Meeting Day Election Warning was adopted and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved FY27 budget with 7.92% tax increase, total $12,458,921.87 (3-0)
• Approved City Hall Renovations Bond, including Police Department (3-0)
• Approved East Spring Street Sidewalk Bond (covers paving, curbing, resurfacing, signage) (3-0)
• Approved Cascades Garage Elevator Bond (3-0)
• Approved amended 2026 Town Meeting Day Election Warning (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn the meeting (3-0)

City Council

The Winooski City Council and Champlain Housing Trust will discuss a draft Fiscal Year 2026 application for an EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant. The grant is intended to fund remedial activities for the O’Brien Community Center at 32 Mallets Bay Avenue.

• Public comment on EPA Brownfields Cleanup Grant application for O’Brien Community Center at 32 Mallets Bay Avenue

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and approve license renewals for four businesses. Items include conditional Second Class Liquor, Tobacco, and Tobacco Substitute Endorsements for Lara Trading LLC, Wesco (two locations), and a full renewal for Beverage Warehouse. The meeting is scheduled for January 26, 2026 at City Hall and via Zoom.

• Renewal of conditional Second Class Liquor License for Lara Trading LLC – 357 Main St.
• Renewal of conditional Tobacco License for Lara Trading LLC – 357 Main St.
• Renewal of conditional Tobacco Substitute Endorsement for Lara Trading LLC – 357 Main St.
• Renewal of conditional Second Class Liquor License for Wesco – 280 East Allen
• Renewal of conditional Second Class Liquor License for Wesco – 155 Main Street

The board voted to approve the renewal of liquor and tobacco licenses for Lara Trading LLC, Wesco (280 East Allen), Wesco (155 Main Street), and Beverage Warehouse. All four renewals were approved without opposition. The motion passed 3‑0.

• Approved Lara Trading LLC license renewal (3-0)
• Approved Wesco (280 East Allen) license renewal (3-0)
• Approved Wesco (155 Main Street) license renewal (3-0)
• Approved Beverage Warehouse license renewal (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will approve the minutes from its January 8 meeting. It will discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) covering multiple sections and Article IX for gentle infill. The agenda also includes city updates and other business.

• Approve previous meeting minutes (Jan 8, 2026)
• Discuss amendments to ULUDR Sections 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 4.18, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.3, 6.6
• Discuss Article IX amendment (gentle infill)
• City updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and staff
• Other business

The commission voted unanimously to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. No other motions were adopted; the commission discussed proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations but did not vote on them. The meeting concluded with no additional decisions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed ULUDR amendments; no vote taken

City Council

The Winooski City Council will approve the minutes from the January 12 meeting and an accounts payable warrant dated January 15. Council members will consider a Community Services EPA Brownfields Clean‑Up Grant application. Regular items include reports on downtown activity, the city treasurer's Q2 fiscal report, and the FY25 audit. The council will discuss and vote on the FY 2026‑2027 budget, a CCRPC FY27 Unified Planning Work Program application, and related budget outreach.

• Approval of City Council meeting minutes from January 12, 2026
• Approval of Accounts Payable Warrant dated January 15, 2026
• Approval of EPA Brownfields Clean‑Up Grant application (Community Services)
• Discussion/Approval of Fiscal Year 2026‑2027 budget
• Discussion/Approval of Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission FY27 Unified Planning Work Program application

The council approved the consent agenda (3-0) and the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission FY27 Unified Planning Work Program application (4-0). No motion was made on the FY27 budget discussion. The meeting was adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved Consent Agenda (3-0)
• Approved CCRPC FY27 Unified Planning Work Program application (4-0)
• No motion on FY27 budget discussion
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Liquor Control Board

The board will discuss and vote on the renewal of conditional liquor licenses for four existing establishments in Winooski. The items include first, second, and third class licenses, restaurant licenses, tobacco substitute endorsements, and outside consumption permissions where applicable. Each renewal is listed with the business name and address.

• Capeesh Inc./Jr's Winooski – 348 Main St. – renewal of First Class, Third Class, and Restaurant licenses (conditional)
• Simons Premium Gas – 262 Main St. – renewal of Second Class liquor license, Tobacco Substitute endorsement, and Tobacco license (conditional)
• Walgreen – 321 Main St. – renewal of Second Class liquor license, Tobacco Substitute endorsement, and Tobacco license (conditional)
• Vermont Curry & Cocktails – 211 Main St. – renewal of First Class, Third Class, Outside Consumption, and Restaurant licenses (conditional)

The Liquor Control Board voted to approve the Consent Agenda, which contained the renewal of conditional liquor, tobacco, and restaurant licenses for Capeesh Inc./Jr's Winooski, Simons Premium Gas, Walgreen, and Vermont Curry & Cocktails. The motion was moved by Councilor Turkos, seconded by Councilor Goodrich, and passed 4‑0. All approved licenses are conditional and will remain pending final inspections.

• Approved Capeesh Inc./Jr's Winooski license renewals (4-0)
• Approved Simons Premium Gas license renewals (4-0)
• Approved Walgreen license renewals (4-0)
• Approved Vermont Curry & Cocktails license renewals (4-0)
• All conditional licenses set to remain pending inspections

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

Local Resources Advisory Board

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission will meet on Jan. 13, 2026 to consider the FY2027 budget proposal. The agenda also includes a discussion of the 2027 Comprehensive Plan vision and goals, updates from the City Council Liaison and Inclusion & Belonging Commission, and approval of the prior meeting minutes. Public comment is scheduled before these items. The meeting will be held at City Hall and streamed online.

• Approve previous meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of FY2027 budget proposal
• Discussion of 2027 Comprehensive Plan vision and goal setting
• Updates from City Council Liaison and Inclusion & Belonging Commission

The Finance Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting. The discussion on the 2027 Comprehensive Plan Visioning and Goal Setting was tabled to the March meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Cait Hoffmann, seconded by Brittany Nevins)
• Tabled 2027 Comprehensive Plan Visioning and Goal Setting to March meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Januka Acharya, seconded by Brittany Nevins)

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission and Winooski Memorial Library Committee will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and discuss proposed plans for the O'Brien Community Center and Winooski Library renovation project.

• Approve minutes from Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission
• Approve minutes from Winooski Memorial Library Committee
• Discussion on O'Brien Community Center renovation plans
• Discussion on Winooski Library renovation plans

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission approved its own previous meeting minutes unanimously. The Winooski Memorial Library Committee minutes were also approved unanimously. Commissioners received a presentation on the proposed plans for the new Winooski Library space and the O’Brien Community Center redevelopment. No other business was taken.

• Approved Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Winooski Memorial Library Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The council will approve several routine items, including minutes from January 5, 2026, payroll and accounts payable warrants, and a cash management agreement with TD Bank. It will discuss and potentially approve the Winooski Valley Parks District presentation and its budget ask for FY 2027. Additional discussions include the proposed FY 2026‑2027 budget for Community Services and an update of municipal infrastructure, housing, and public‑health goals.

• Approval of Liquor Control Board and City Council meeting minutes from January 5, 2026
• Approval of Payroll Warrant covering December 21, 2025 – January 3, 2026
• Approval of TD Bank Cash Management Master Agreement
• Discussion/Approval of Winooski Valley Parks District presentation and FY 2027 budget request
• Discussion/Approval of Goals Update: municipal infrastructure, housing, safe, healthy, connected people

The council approved the consent agenda, moving the Finance Commission appointment to a regular item. Councilor Turkos' motion to appoint the recommended commissioner was passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned by a 4‑0 vote.

• Consent agenda approved (4-0)
• Finance Commission appointment approved (4-0)
• Council adjourned meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) and review the scope of work for a Building Typologies Project. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and updates from city officials.

• Discussion of amendments to ULUDR sections 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 4.10, 4.11, 4.14, 4.18, 5.1, 5.4, 5.14, 6.2, 6.3, and 6.6
• Discussion of Building Typologies Project scope of work
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Public comment session
• City updates from Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and Staff

The commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting by a 5‑0 vote, with Trevor Thomas abstaining. No other motions were adopted. The board discussed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations and a Building Typologies Project, but no formal actions were taken.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (5-0, Trevor abstained)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider several agenda items, including approval of the Abenaki Parking Garage bond resolution. Council members will discuss the FY 2026‑2027 Capital Plan and Public Works Operations budget proposals. A public hearing and possible approval of the private street name Khouri Lane will be held, along with consideration of a background‑check policy for commission appointees and a review of the City Manager process.

• Approve Abenaki Parking Garage bond resolution (State Infrastructure Bank, 2025)
• Discuss FY 2026‑2027 Capital Plan budget (Public Works)
• Discuss FY 2026‑2027 Public Works Operations budget
• Public hearing and approval of proposed private street name – Khouri Lane
• Consider Background Check Policy for potential commission, committee, and board appointees

The City Council approved the proposed private street name Khouri Lane by a 4‑0 vote. The council also approved the consent agenda items, including minutes, payroll warrants, accounts payable warrants, payout warrants, and the Abenaki Parking Garage bond resolutions, each by a 4‑0 vote. No other motions were adopted during the meeting.

• Consent agenda item A (Liquor Control Board and Dec. 8, 2025 minutes) approved (4-0)
• Consent agenda item B (Payroll warrants Nov 23‑Dec 6 and Dec 7‑Dec 20, 2025) approved (4-0)
• Consent agenda item C (Accounts payable warrants Dec 29, 2025 and Jan 2, 2026) approved (4-0)
• Consent agenda item D (Subsequent payout warrants Nov and Dec 2025) approved (4-0)
• Consent agenda item E (Abenaki Parking Garage bond resolutions) approved (4-0)
• Proposed private street name Khouri Lane approved (4-0)

Liquor Control Board

The Liquor Control Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve license renewals for Standing Stones Wines LLC and Chida Enterprises LLC. These renewals cover liquor, restaurant, and tobacco licenses.

• Standing Stones Wines LLC (33 Main Street): First and Third Class Liquor and Restaurant License renewal
• Chida Enterprises LLC (264 Malletts Bay Ave.): Second Class Liquor, Tobacco Substitute Endorsement, and Tobacco License renewals

The Liquor Control Board approved the renewal of a First and Third Class Liquor License and a Restaurant License for Standing Stones Wines LLC at 33 Main Street. The board also approved a Conditional Second Class Liquor License, Conditional Tobacco Substitute Endorsement, and Conditional Tobacco License for Chida Enterprises LLC at 264 Malletts Bay Ave. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Approved renewal of First and Third Class Liquor License for Standing Stones Wines LLC (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Restaurant License for Standing Stones Wines LLC (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Conditional Second Class Liquor License for Chida Enterprises LLC (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Conditional Tobacco Substitute Endorsement for Chida Enterprises LLC (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Conditional Tobacco License for Chida Enterprises LLC (unanimous)