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COVID-19 Information and Updates

Latest Winooski Update - Thursday, January 21, 2021

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Updated Daily Testing Hours at the O’Brien Community Cen...

Overnight Winter Parking Ban Scheduled to Begin Wednesday, January 27, 2021

An overnight winter parking ban for snow removal will begin on Wednesday, 1/27/21 where street parking is prohibited from 11 PM to 7 AM until further notice. The Department of Public Works will be using this winter parking ban to remove excess snow, impro...

Winooski Community Services Can Help with State Vaccine Registration

The Vermont Department of Health is opening COVID-19 vaccination appointments today (January 25, 2021) for those 75 and older. 

• There are no walk-ups for vaccines, appointments must be made. To make your appointment, please visit ...

Winooski Rec. Presents Virtual Trivia with "Catch the Mania!"

Join Winooski Recreation and Parks for a night of virtual trivia hosted by Catch The Mania!

Saturday, February 6, 2021, @ 6:30 PM

This special event will be hosted via Zoom. Want to play, but new to Zoom? View their online resources for help with installati...

Remote Planning Commission Meeting on 1.28.21

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 6:30 PM.

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Remote Board of Civil Authority Meeting on 1.27.21

The Board of Civil Authority will hold a remote abatement meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at 6 PM. 

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Remote Housing Commission Meeting on 1.26.21

The Winooski Housing Commission will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at 6 PM. 

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Remote City Council and FY22 Budget Process Meeting on 1.25.21

Winooski City Council will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Monday, January 25, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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Mayor's Update: Friday, January 22, 2021

Hello Winooski,

We had our final FY22 budget discussion during this week’s City Council meeting. This was a great way to share last-minute thoughts having spent the previous six meetings digging into the specifics! We will vote on the final budge...

Parking Inventory, Analysis, and Management Plan Meeting on 1.26.21

The City of Winooski is in the process of developing a parking inventory, analysis, and management plan. This work is being supported by, and funded through, the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission’s (CCRPC) Unified Planning Work Program and th...

New Library Browsing Sessions for Seniors & Increased Risk Populations

Starting Tuesday, January 26, 2021, the Winooski Memorial Library is opening up special Browse and Borrow sessions on Tuesdays from 10 AM - 1 PM exclusively for seniors (55+) and those at increased risk and/or immunocompromised populations. To see if you ...

Ambassadors Needed for Winooski Rec's Run/Ride Club!

Winooski Recreation and Parks are in the planning phase of a new Run/Ride Club program - volunteer ambassadors will be needed!

Do you have a love for running or biking? Are you looking to give back to the community?

Run/Ride Club Ambassadors will aid the Re...

2021 MLK Day - City Closures and Service Opportunities

This Monday, January 18, 2021 is the 26th anniversary of the MLK Day of Service. Observed each year on the third Monday in January as “a day on, not a day off,” MLK Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service. Winooski City Hal...

Remote City Council and FY22 Budget Process Meeting on 1.19.21

Winooski City Council will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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Mayor's Update - 1.15.21

Hello Neighbors,

I have a brief update from Monday’s City Council meeting. We had our final department budget presentation, covering the Public Safety budget (Police, Fire, and Code). In short, we are planning no increases to these service areas ...

Remote Public Hearing Notice - Final FY22 Budget Vote/Approval on 1.25.21

Winooski City Council will hold a remote Public Hearing on Monday, January 25, 2021, at 6 PM via Zoom to consider the proposed Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) Budget.

• Attend online: https://zoom.us/j/95909725312
• Attend by phone: 1 646 558 8656
• Webinar ID: 959 0972 5...

Champlain Water District Informational Meeting on 2.25.21

The Champlain Water District will hold a virtual meeting detailing proposed water system improvements and their 2021 Town Meeting Day ballot information on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 7 PM. 

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Take Part in the Winooski Library "Fresh Reads" Raffle!

What better way to kick off the year than with a new book from the Winooski Memorial Library and a gift card to one of our fantastic local businesses?!

Now through January 25th, 2021, anytime you check out an item from the library you'll be eligib...

Remote Planning Commission Meeting on 1.14.21

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 6:30 PM.

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2021 Town Meeting Day – City Council and School Board Consent Form Deadline

Interested in running for local office? 

Those who wish to run for an open position on the City Council or School Board must fill out a consent form at the City Clerk's Office (27 West Allen Street). The deadline for filing a con...

Mayor's Update: Friday, 1.8.21

Hello Winooski, 

As Mayor, my main focus is always on Winooski, but I do want to take a moment to comment on the shameful and unacceptable events that took place in this week in Washington DC. Protest and dissent should never reach the level of un...

Remote Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission Meeting on 1.12.21

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Tuesday, January 12, 2021, at 6:30 PM. 

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Remote City Council and FY22 Budget Process Meeting on 1.11.21

Winooski City Council will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Monday, January 11, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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Remote Finance Commission Meeting on 1.12.21

The Winooski Finance Commission will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 5:30 PM. 

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Winooski Rec. Volunteers Needed!

Winooski Recreation and Parks have three new volunteer opportunities! Are you experienced with the outdoors, education, and exercise? View these amazing opportunities below or visit our volunteer page to learn more and apply today. 

Nordic Skiing ...

Housing Liaison Update - January 2021

By Councilor Jim Duncan

I serve as the City Council Liaison to the Housing Commission, which is charged with helping Council and staff "ensure a mix of quality housing that maintains and enhances Winooski’s unique sense of place and supports the needs...

Winooski Rec. Presents Nordic Skiing at Gilbrook

Winooski Recreation and Parks have partnered with the Catamount Trail Association to offer free drop-in Nordic ski rentals on Saturdays at the Gilbrook Nature Area! 

This program offers an amazing opportunity for winter outdoor exercise during the...

Remote Library Committee Meeting on 1.7.21

The Winooski Library Committee will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Thursday, January 7, 2020 at 6:30 PM. 

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American Red Cross Blood Drive on 1.7.21

Start the new year right by donating blood with the American Red Cross of Vermont! The Red Cross is in critical need of blood - donating makes a big difference in the lives of others.

• Thursday, January 7, 2021 / 1 - 6 PM @ the Winooski Senior Cent...

Remote City Council and FY22 Budget Process Meeting on 1.4.21

Winooski City Council will hold their regular meeting remotely via Zoom on Monday, January 4th, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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2020/2021 Winter Parking Ban Reminder

Winter is almost here, and overnight street parking is prohibited during winter parking bans in Winooski. 

To receive up-to-date winter parking ban alerts, text ‘Winooski’ to 888-777 or register here.

Overnight...