Public safety in Vermont local government
What Vermont city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about public safety — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
111 Vermont meetings since 2024 covered public safety. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Vermont with the most public safety activity
- Essex County, VT (38)
- Windsor County, VT (33)
- South Burlington, VT (12)
- Newbury, VT (12)
- Winooski, VT (6)
- Jericho, VT (5)
- St. Albans, VT (3)
- Addison County, VT (2)
Latest matching meetings
Board to vote on PCAB positions, discuss summit and night out
The Police Community Advisory Board will vote on board positions and discuss the Coming Together Summit and National Night Out. The meeting also includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.
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.
Jericho Bicycle & Pedestrian Connectivity Committee meeting on July 13
The committee will review previous minutes and gather community input. Members will also follow up on several ongoing projects including trail signage, crosswalk identification, and bike rack installations.
St. Albans BEI Committee to discuss police policies and equity initiatives
The Belonging, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review police policy discussions and various community initiatives. The body will also discuss equity funding grants and requests.
Village Board to approve purchase of police vehicles costing $100,754.22
The Committee will consider multiple resolutions, including appropriations for corporate purposes, updates to bid requirements, and several equipment purchases. The most significant item is a resolution to buy one 2027 Ford Utility Police Interceptor and one 2027 Chevrolet Blazer Police Pursuit EV for $100,754.22. The…
Council to vote on police pension eligibility changes
The City Council will discuss and possibly approve updates to the retirement income plan, including changes to pension eligibility for sworn police officers. They will also set the FY27 municipal tax rate based on the 2026 Grand List and consider delinquent tax reports. Consent agenda items include funding for police…
Selectboard to set 2026 tax rate
The Selectboard will set the 2026 tax rate and discuss allocation of solar credits from Newbury Scotch Hollow Solar / Green Mountain Power. They will also consider contracts for the Lime Kiln Cemetery mowing, Town House painting, and the Grafton County Dispatch contract. Other items include zoning enforcement, fire…
Board to consider first reading of solid waste hauler ordinance
The Town Board will hold first readings of two ordinances: one amending codes on waste grease disposal and water meter maintenance, and another regulating and licensing solid waste haulers. Consent items include a resolution to suspend the intergovernmental agreement for emergency services impact fees with the…
Board to discuss EPD update, vacancies, and 2026 work plan
The Police Community Advisory Board will hear an update from the Essex Police Department, discuss strategies for filling vacant board positions, and develop a work plan for 2026. The agenda also includes public comment and approval of meeting minutes.
Committee will discuss potential equity funding requests
The St. Albans Belonging, Equity & Inclusion Committee will record the meeting, approve prior minutes, and elect officers using a Chair/Co‑Chair model. It will receive updates on the BEI logo, police policies, Pride Weekend, and Juneteenth. The committee will discuss inclusion events such as Vermont Inclusion Week and…
Town Board to consider sale of 45 acre-foot units of Colorado-Big Thompson water
The Windsor Town Board will vote on several resolutions, including the sale of 45 acre-foot units of Colorado-Big Thompson Project water and an intergovernmental agreement for roundabout improvements at Crossroads and Colorado Boulevards. The board will also consider a cost-sharing agreement for the US 34 & WCR 17…
Town Board discusses fire district impact fees and fee waiver agreement
The Windsor Town Board will hold a work session to receive information from the Town Manager, Town Attorney, and staff. Topics include a monthly meeting among board, manager, and attorney, a solid waste discussion, and two items related to the Windsor Severance Fire Protection District: a fee waiver intergovernmental…
Fire committee to consider building access and burn ordinances
The Newbury Fire Department Steering Committee will discuss facility needs for the West Newbury fire station, review and potentially revise department bylaws and policies, and consider emergency services ordinances including a Building Access Ordinance and a Burn Ordinance. The committee will also review insurance…
Council to consider Bartlett Bay wastewater plant upgrade bond vote
The City Council will discuss and possibly approve a resolution of necessity for the Bartlett Bay Wastewater Treatment Facility upgrade, set a special election on August 11, 2026, and adopt ballot language. They will also consider a $48,000 payment to Walgreens for an appeal settlement, a regional agreement for the…
City Council tours seven city-owned facilities, no decisions
The council will tour city-owned properties including wastewater treatment plants, public works garage, city hall/library, police station, and fire stations. No policy discussions or decisions will be made during this field visit.
Essex Police Community Advisory Board to discuss EPD update and board goals
The Police Community Advisory Board will hear an update from the Essex Police Department and discuss the board's goals. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and a community outreach report. No votes on ordinances or financial items are scheduled.
DEI Committee to review letter to Select Board on ballot items
The Jericho Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will meet online to discuss updates from the Wastewater Task Force and Mobile Home Committee, and may approve a new letter to the Select Board regarding ballot items. The agenda also includes project updates on the Book Group and town planning for bike/pedestrian…
Committee will discuss police policy updates and equity funding requests
The St. Albans Belonging, Equity & Inclusion Committee will review updates on police policies and provide updates on Pride Weekend and Juneteenth. It will also consider any equity funding requests and discuss upcoming initiatives such as welcoming events and tenant‑landlord information. The meeting includes election…
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…
Town Board to consider wastewater revenue bonds and wildfire resiliency code
The Town Board will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for animals at 636 Southwood Lane. The board is also deciding on the issuance of wastewater enterprise revenue bonds and the adoption of the 2025 Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code.
Police board to discuss immigration enforcement and introduce new chief
The Police Community Advisory Board will approve meeting minutes, introduce a new Chief Administrative Law (CAL), and discuss a town memo regarding immigration enforcement. The meeting will also include a proposed executive session.
Council to consider federal spending requests for police, library, radio system
The Winooski City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items including grant applications for federal funding. Key items include Congressionally Directed Spending Requests for Police Department renovation, Library Expansion, and a Public Safety Radio Communication System. The council will also review a…
Council to award East-West Crossing Phase I bridge contract
The City Council will vote on awarding a construction contract for the East-West Alternative Transportation Crossing Phase I project, contingent on a zoning permit. They will also discuss after-action reports from a March 11 incident, approve the annual paving program, and set fees for public EV charging stations.
Police chief to discuss safety, committee plans FY27 work
The Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee will hear a safety and enforcement update from Police Chief Breault. Members will review the current FY26 work plan and begin developing the FY27 work plan. Safe Routes to School and other sub-group updates will be presented. Public comment on non-agenda items is also scheduled.
City Council to discuss land use regulation amendments and housing fund disbursements
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.
Selectboard to consider adopting Active Transportation Plan
The Essex Selectboard will review consent items including approval of March 16 minutes, several check warrants, and applications for municipal road and highway grants. Business items include a potential vicious‑dog hearing on Brigham Hill Road, liquor license renewals, and adoption of the Active Transportation Plan…
Council to apply for I-89 bridge grant, discuss EV fees and fraud
The council will consider applying for a grant from the Northern Borders Regional Commission for Phase II of the East-West Alternative Transportation Crossing (a walk-bike bridge over I-89). They will also discuss proposed fee updates for EV charging stations, receive an update on fraud prevention procedures after an…
Jericho Selectboard to review MOU, tax policy, and permit fees
The Jericho Selectboard will review and consider approval of several agreements and policies, including a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jericho Underhill Arts Council, a Local Emergency Management Plan, and a proposed change to the delinquent tax late penalty rate.
Discussion on West Newbury Fire Station
The Newbury Fire Department Steering Committee will meet on March 31, 2026 at 5 PM. The agenda includes a discussion of the West Newbury Fire Station, a review of the Newbury Village Fire Station punch list completion and a community open house. The committee will also address the LEMP and set future meeting dates.
Planning Commission discusses Building Typologies standards for residential zoning
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…
Police Advisory Board will discuss community outreach and upcoming events
The Essex County Police Community Advisory Board will approve the agenda and the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting. It will then discuss community outreach, a reminder about the computer policy, and upcoming events. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
Public hearing on FY 2027 city budget, fire station bond, and school budget
The Steering Committee will hold a public information session and hearing on the City’s FY 2027 budget, the proposed fire‑station building addition general‑obligation bond, and the School District’s FY 2027 budget and ballot items. The committee will also approve the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. The…
Council to vote on using fund balance to buy 111 Weaver Street property
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…
Town Board to discuss Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion financing
The Town Board is holding a work session to receive information and exchange ideas on town business. The session includes discussions on infrastructure financing and wildfire resiliency codes.
Board will discuss library incident and review patron policies
The Essex Free Library Board will discuss a recent library incident and coordination with police and the Howard Center. It will review the Patron Code of Behavior and the policy on who may use the library. The board will also prepare for the upcoming town meeting.
Police Community Advisory Board to review EPD policies and outreach report
The Police Community Advisory Board will discuss new Essex Police Department policies and a computer policy. The board is also reviewing the FY26 Community Outreach Report and a municipal service scholarship opportunity.
Newbury Selectboard holds community listening session
The Newbury Selectboard will hold a community listening session at the Newbury Village Fire Station to hear remarks from board members, law enforcement, and the public. The meeting will also include a Zoom option for remote participation.
DEI Committee to review letter to Select Board regarding ballot items
The Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee will meet online to discuss committee structuring and a letter to the Select Board. The meeting includes debriefs from a town budget meeting and a book group.
Selectboard discusses potential vicious dog case and ADA library study
The Essex Selectboard will consider several items, including a hearing on a potentially vicious dog, a presentation of an ADA Site Assessment Study for the Essex Free Library, and a discussion of rules for orderly conduct of business. The board will also review consent items such as approving the January 26, 2026…