Housing advocates and reports have highlighted the urgent need for all types of housing in our community, and have recommended creation of a local housing commission. This is even more relevant during the coronavirus pandemic, since approximately 30% of homeowners and 50% of renters in the community are considered cost-burdened (paying more than a third of their income on housing).
In January, the Town of Essex Selectboard and Essex Junction Board of Trustees approved the creation of a Joint Essex Housing Commission, and now seek volunteers to fill one- to three-year terms.
Read...With the COVID-19 Social Distancing and Personal Protection Guidelines still in effect, changes have been made to the Green-Up day procedures for this year. It is important that everyone participating in Green-Up Day protect both themselves and municipal workers supporting the effort by strictly adhering to the Governor’s COVID-19 guidelines.
Read...The Village of Essex Junction Board of Trustees and the Essex Westford School District (EWSD) Board took an unprecedented action on May 5 by agreeing to mail ballots to all active voters in Essex and Westford. The ballots will allow residents to vote on annual meeting business, including the respective budgets and elections for the Village and EWSD.
Read...Following the resignation of one of its members, the Essex Selectboard is looking for candidates to fill the open seat. All residents of Essex, including the Village of Essex Junction, are welcome to apply.
Read...The Essex Junction Water Department will be flushing fire hydrants from May 11 to May 29 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Read...Public Works returns to work in full; libraries to offer curbside service; leash laws in place at Indian Brook Park
Read...WARNING VILLAGE OF ESSEX JUNCTION INFORMATIONAL MEETING JUNE 1, 2020 AND ANNUAL MEETING JUNE 2, 2020
An Informational Meeting will be held on June 1, 2020 at 7:00 PM. This meeting will be held remotely.
The legal voters of the Village of Essex Junction are hereby notified and warned to meet at the Essex Community Educational Center on Educational Drive in the Village of Essex Junction on Tuesday, June 2, 2020 to transact the following business by Australian ballot. Said voting by Australian ballot to begin at 10:00 AM and close at 7:00 PM.
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