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Recreation Advisory Committee 02/04/2026

The Essex Junction Recreation Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the Zoom Meetings…

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Police Community Advisory Board 01/20/2026

The Essex Junction & Town of Essex Police Community Advisory Board will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6 p.m. This meeting will be held remotely via Zoom and in…

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Tree Advisory Committee 01/27/2026

The Essex Junction Tree Advisory Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. This Meeting will be held in-person only in the Municipal Offices…

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Tree Advisory Committee 12/23/2025 CANCELED

Bike Walk Advisory Committee 01/08/2026 CANCELED

Board of Civil Authority and Board of Abatement 01/05/2026 CANCELED

Planning Commission 01/15/2026

The Essex Junction Planning Commission will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on January 15, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and…

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Development Review Board 01/15/2026 CANCELED

Board of Civil Authority and Board of Abatement 12/01/2025 CANCELED

Community Drive to Support Aunt Dot's Place

Residents are invited to participate in a community drive on December 1, 2025, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM at the City Offices, located at 2 Lincoln Street. This event is organized to benefit Aunt Dot's…

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Special Planning Commission 11/18/2025

The Essex Junction Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on November 18, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. This remote only meeting will be held using the ZOOM Meetings platform. The agenda has been posted…

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Information Concerning City Utility Bills and Rates

As you're all aware, your utility bills have arrived, and we want to address concerns regarding the recent increases in charges. Below you will find detailed information about the changes to utility…

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City Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025

The City municipal offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day and reopen on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

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City Selected as “Development-Ready” Community Partner for Vermont's “802 Homes” Initiative

The City of Essex Junction is proud to announce its selection by the Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development as a “Development-Ready” community partner in the groundbreaking “802…

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UPDATE: Notice of Road Closure on Park Street Extended to Nov 5

UPDATED 11/4/25: Park Street will continue to be closed to northbound vehicle traffic at 17 Park Street for necessary utility work on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

This closure will not affect…

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Utility Bills Due December 1, 2025

Utility bills were mailed on Friday, October 31, 2025, and are due by Monday, December 1, 2025.  All payments must be received by the due date on your bill. Postmarks will not be accepted. If you have…

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Joint Planning Commission, Development Review Board, City Council 11/06/2025 CANCELED

The Essex Junction Planning Commission, Development Review Board and City Council will hold a joint meeting on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using…

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Joint Planning Commission, Development Review Board, and City Council 11/06/2025

The Essex Junction Planning Commission, Development Review Board, and City Council will hold a joint meeting on Thursday, November 6, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using…

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Reappraisal Update November 2025

To date, five batches of reappraisal notices/letters for Essex Junction residential property owners have been mailed. Property owners receiving the notices and/or finding the green inspection cards at…

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Capital Program Review Committee 01/06/2026 CANCELED

City’s Rebranding Initiative Moves Forward 

The City is making significant strides in its rebranding efforts as it works to establish a new brand identity that reflects the character of our vibrant community, resonates with our residents and…

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Tree Advisory Committee 11/25/2025

In-Person Community Conversation about Governance 11/05/2025

The Essex Junction Governance Committee will hold a special meeting on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This in-pereson only meeting will be held at Essex Junction Recreation and Parks…

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Public Notice: Fire Hydrant Flushing October 27-November 7, 2025

The Public Works Department will be flushing fire hydrants from October 27 to November 7, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday.


This flushing process can cause low water pressure and…

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City Governance Committee Invites Community to Help Shape Future of Local Government

The City of Essex Junction’s Governance Committee is inviting residents to take part in an important community discussion about how the City is governed. Formed by the City Council earlier this year,…

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Capital Program Review Committee 10/28/2025

The Essex Junction Capital Program Review Committee will hold a meeting on October 28, 2025, at 6p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and in-person in the…

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Water Service Interruption and Road Closure Notice for West Street – October 23, 2025

The Champlain Water District, in collaboration with the City of Essex Junction Public Works Department, will be implementing a scheduled water shutdown on Thursday, October 23, 2025. The water service…

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Tri-Town Joint Review Committee 10/20/2025

TRI-TOWN JOINT REVIEW COMMITTEE MEETING
Monday, October 20, 2025
10:00 AM-11:00 AM
MEETING LOCATION: Water Resource Recovery Facility, 35 Cascade St, Essex Junction and
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City Council 12/17/2025

The Essex Junction City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and…

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City Council Budget Workshop 12/05/2025

The Essex Junction City Council will hold a special meeting on Friday, December 5, 2025, staring at 8:30 a.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and in-person…

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City Council 12/10/2025

The Essex Junction City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and…

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City Council 11/12/2025

The Essex Junction City Council will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM Meetings platform and…

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Governance Committee 12/04/2025

The Essex Junction Governance Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the Zoom Meetings platform…

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Governance Committee 11/20/2025

The Essex Junction Governance Committee will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the Zoom Meetings platform…

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Remote Community Conversation about Governance 11/12/2025

The City of Essex Junction Governance Committee will hold a Virtual Only Community Conversation about Governance on Wednesday, November 12, 2025 starting at 6:30pm. The agenda has been posted on the…

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Municipal Offices Closed October 13 for Indigenous Peoples' Day

The City municipal offices will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day and will reopen on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

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Last Few Weeks for Feedback on Connect the Junction Master Plan

The City is inviting residents to participate in shaping the future of zoning regulations in the City through the Connect the Junction Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) Draft Master Plan.

The Master…

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Brownell Library's Annual Costume Swap Returns for Sustainable Halloween Fun

Brownell Public Library invites the community to participate in its popular Costume Swap, providing families with a budget-friendly and earth-conscious approach to Halloween preparations.

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Understanding Your Property Tax Bill

With tax bills mailed out recently, we know that questions will arise. An effective way to understand the bill is to first compare it to last year’s bill. If you notice a discrepancy while comparing,…

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Board of Civil Authority and Board of Abatement 11/03/2025

  • The Essex Junction Board of Civil Authority and Board of Abatement will hold a regularly scheduled meeting on November 3, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. This hybrid meeting will be held remotely using the ZOOM…
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