Parks & recreation in Vermont local government
What Vermont city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about parks & recreation — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
145 Vermont meetings since 2024 covered parks & recreation. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Vermont with the most parks & recreation activity
- Windsor County, VT (40)
- Essex County, VT (38)
- South Burlington, VT (25)
- Newbury, VT (16)
- Jericho, VT (12)
- Winooski, VT (10)
- St. Albans, VT (4)
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Mobbs Farm Committee to review budget and trail work plans
The Mobbs Farm Committee will meet to discuss updates on trail signage and the Rabbit Tracks work plan. The body will also review the budget and reports on blowdown and fruit tree planting.
DRB to consider amendment for 68‑acre recreation park at 600 Swift Street
The South Burlington Development Review Board will hear three development applications: a site‑plan amendment to modify a 68‑acre multi‑use recreation park, a sketch‑plan for new group‑home buildings, and a master‑plan sketch for a new residential development. The park amendment (PZ‑SITE‑2026‑19) proposes converting…
Public hearings on amendments to the City Plan and Land Development Regulations
The St. Albans City Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposed changes to the City Plan and Enhanced Energy Plan, and on revisions to the Land Development Regulations. Staff will present the amendments, followed by public comment and commission discussion. The commission will consider motions to revise…
Town Board to discuss two ballot measures and future meeting agenda
The Windsor Town Board will hold a work session to receive information and discuss the Windsor Severance Fire Rescue ballot measure and the Recreation Center ballot measure. The meeting will also cover planning for future meeting agendas. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
Newbury Recreation Committee to discuss sponsorships and community events
The Recreation Committee will review updates on Little League, soccer, and storage relocation. The body will also consider a tiered sponsorship proposal and a partnership with the West Newbury Parade.
Committee will approve trail naming recommendations
The Conservation & Trails Committee will elect officers, approve minutes from 06/09/2026, and consider several business items. Members will advise the DBR on a development application at 15 Leo Drive, approve the FY27 meeting schedule, adopt the FY 26/27 work plan for submission to the Selectboard, and receive a staff…
Recreation & Parks Committee to discuss Pickleball and connectivity projects
The Recreation & Parks Committee will consider past meeting minutes, receive a director update, and discuss the Pickleball Subcommittee Update and South Pointe & South Village Connectivity. The meeting is held at 180 Market Street.
Parks board meeting cancelled
The Parks, Recreation and Culture Advisory Board meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026, is cancelled. The Town of Windsor will make reasonable accommodations for access to Town services and programs.
Board to consider 12,735-sf expansion of commercial building at 530 Community Drive
The Development Review Board will hear a continued site plan for a 12,735-square-foot expansion of a large commercial and industrial building at 530 Community Drive. Also on the agenda are site plans for stormwater and parking improvements at Red Rocks Park, a new 5,040-square-foot building on an undeveloped lot at 69…
City reviews demolition and parking lot expansion at 26 Catherine St.
The Development Review Board will hold public hearings on four site‑plan applications, including a new unit above a dwelling, a second‑floor office expansion, a garage demolition with parking lot expansion, and a waiver for rebuilding a non‑conforming garage. The board will also receive updates on planning…
Council considers land development updates and transportation fee changes
The Council will review proposed updates to the Transportation Impact Fee and Land Development Regulations. They are also considering several construction contracts, committee workplans for FY27, and a resolution to expand the Public Art Committee.
Committee to recommend art for Garden Street/Williston Road Pocket Park
The Public Art Committee will discuss and vote on a recommendation for public art in the Garden Street/Williston Road Pocket Park. They will also receive updates on the South Burlington Public Art Gallery and plans for a Green Community Festival. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
Planning Commission to discuss energy plan and rail trail
The St. Albans City Planning Commission will meet to discuss the adoption of an Energy Plan and amendments to the City Plan, as well as an update on the Rail Trail. The meeting will also cover regulatory amendments and general business.
Winooski Council to discuss zoning changes for gentle infill and short-term rental caps
The Winooski City Council will discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) focusing on gentle infill development. Members will also discuss a cap on non-owner occupied short-term rentals, a housing trust fund partnership with EastRise Credit Union, and updates to parking…
Committee to advise DRB on 2 development applications, adopt RPD-I zoning memo
The Conservation & Trails Committee will discuss advising the Development Review Board on applications at 152 Old Stage Road and 58 Center Road, and consider adopting a memo to the Planning Commission on the RPD-I Zoning District. Other business includes updates on Indian Brook Park spring cleanup, trail naming…
Ordinances adoption proposed June 10, bridge contracts discussed
The Tucker Mountain Town Forest Management Committee will discuss a proposed ordinances update with Selectboard adoption on June 10 and implementation on August 8, 2026, including Scales House demolition. The committee will also review bridge preparation and construction contracts, and the Bailey Property grant…
Bike-ped committee to vote on new member, discuss trails and crosswalks
The Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee will vote on appointing Forrest MacDonald as a new member and discuss follow-up items including trail signage, a crosswalk identification list, and bike racks from Local Motion. Members will also share a summary of the Vermont Bike/Walk Summit held May 8. The…
Boardwalk update and pickleball discussed by Parks Committee
The Recreation & Parks Committee will receive an update on the Hubbard/Farrell/City Center Boardwalk and hold a separate discussion on pickleball facilities. They will also consider past meeting minutes, hear a director's report, and accept public comments. The agenda includes routine procedural items.
Board to discuss 50th anniversary train depot tour at Windsor History Museum
The Parks, Recreation, and Culture Board will discuss the 50th Anniversary Train Depot Tour at the Windsor History Museum. Other business includes approval of minutes from May 5, 2026, liaison reports, and public comment.
Newbury Recreation Committee meets June 2, 2026
The committee will discuss various departmental updates including Little League, spring dance recap, and budget status. Discussion items also include storage relocation and soccer field maintenance quotes.
Council to vote on bridge project compensation and parking changes
The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution to determine necessity and just compensation for temporary and permanent rights from the Woolen Mill for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge Project. They will also hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to Chapter 15 Parking, and discuss a…
Forest committee to discuss ordinances adoption and Bailey grant decision
The committee will review updates on the proposed ordinance adoption with implementation set for July 26, 2026, and discuss the Bailey Property grant decision meeting moved to June 26. Other items include Tucker Mountain Road condition, bridge construction status, trail archeological study, and volunteer projects. The…
Mobbs Farm Committee to discuss Ridge Trail Bridge repair plan
The Mobbs Farm Committee will discuss and decide on several items, including a Ridge Trail Bridge damage and repair plan, budget review for year-end, and June budget-deadline projects. The meeting also covers updates on new member recruitment, off-season snow dog storage, and FOTW status with a new proposal.
Selectboard to consider trail contract, ATV permit, forest ordinance
The selectboard will vote on a contract with the Upper Valley Trails Alliance for Tucker Mountain Town Forest and consider a proposed Class 4 Road Policy. They will also discuss an ATV permit, review a draft Town Facility Use Policy, and receive updates on the Town Office MERP project and a tree planting grant.
Mobbs Farm Committee to discuss Ridge Trail Bridge repair plan
The Mobbs Farm Committee will consider a repair plan for damage to the Ridge Trail Bridge and review the budget ahead of a June project deadline. Other items include updates on off-season snow dog storage, a work day recap, and new member recruitment.
Winooski Infrastructure Commission discusses bridge, park, and stormwater projects
The Winooski Municipal Infrastructure Commission will discuss technical plans for a bridge project, East and West Park concepts, and the Brisson-Cedar Street stormwater improvement. The agenda also covers approving previous minutes, introducing a new commissioner, and receiving updates from city staff and the…
Library committee to discuss strategic plan and staff survey
The committee will approve minutes from March and receive updates on promotional materials, outreach to apartments, teen and youth programs, Pride events, and collaboration with Recreation and Parks. They will continue discussions on the strategic plan and staff communications survey. Other business includes planning…
Commission will discuss adopting the Energy Plan and amending the City Plan
The St. Albans City Planning Commission will begin with standard opening items and public comment. It will then discuss adopting the Energy Plan and amending the City Plan. The commission will join a Northwest Vermont Rail Trail Council meeting before returning to discuss regulatory amendments and handle general…
Council holds public hearing on condemnation for Burlington-Winooski Bridge project
The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing on condemnation for temporary and permanent rights related to the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project. The council will also discuss and potentially approve amendments to the Unified Land Use & Development Regulations (ULUDR) concerning Character of the Area…
Conservation & Trails Committee to advise on development and zoning
The committee will provide advice to the Development Review Board on two specific applications and to the Planning Commission regarding the RPD-I Zoning District. Members will also consider advice for the Selectboard concerning a dog ordinance.
Town Board holds work session on trail updates and hauler licensing
The Town Board is meeting for a work session to receive information and exchange ideas on town business. The session includes updates from the Town Manager, Town Attorney, and staff.
Tucker Mountain Forest Management Committee discusses ordinances and property updates
The committee will review previous minutes and discuss upcoming ordinance adoption by the Selectboard. Updates include the Bailey Property grant timeline, bridge construction, and trail archeological studies.
Committee to vote on new member, discuss trail signage and crosswalk list
The Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee will vote to accept Forrest MacDonald as a new committee member. Other agenda items include discussing trail signage, a crosswalk identification list, and a wastewater project presentation by Peter Booth. The meeting also covers attending the Vermont Bike/Walk…
Committee to discuss FY27 work plan and pickleball facilities
The Recreation & Parks Committee will review the work plan for fiscal year 2027. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding pickleball and an update on the Veterans Memorial.
Essex EDC to discuss food truck permits, zoning, and membership expansion
The Essex Economic Development Commission will review potential advisory actions on food truck permits, zoning regulations, and a memo to the Selectboard regarding membership expansion. The agenda also includes updates on the Planning Commission and a recommendation for the Greystone Industrial Park.
Selectboard to consider adopting parking ordinance for Old Pump Road
The Selectboard will review and consider adopting a parking ordinance for Old Pump Road, clarify its stance on Act 181, and discuss development at 105 Bolger Hill Road. They will also consider approval of a Chittenden County Sheriff's contract and multiple permits and licenses, including the Farm to School Fun Run and…
Parks, Recreation and Culture Board to discuss Signature Bluffs easement
The board will meet to review an amendment to the Signature Bluffs Conservation Easement. Members will also receive an update on the Future Facility Study.
Rec Committee to discuss Little League, soccer field refresh, sponsorship plan
The Newbury Recreation Committee will hear from a guest about an ice cream social, receive updates on Little League and the spring dance, and discuss soccer including a quote for field refresh and goal relocation. The committee will also consider a tiered sponsorship proposal and an email sign-up for updates. No final…
Council to award fire station design contract for $136,200
The City Council will decide on several consent agenda items, including awarding a $136,200 design contract for Fire Station One and signing a construction agreement for the UVM Main St Pond. They will also hear policy priority presentations on topics like bicycle/pedestrian and natural resources, and discuss…
Selectboard to vote on trail contract and mowing agreements
The Selectboard will consider appointments for Tree Warden and NEKWMD alternate, review Q1 budget and road standards, and vote on mowing/maintenance contracts and a contract for the Tucker Mountain Town Forest All Persons Trail Project. New business includes the Local Emergency Management Plan and ICS training. Old…