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Latest Winooski Update - Friday, 6.4.21

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Mask Requirements for Municipal Buildings

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World Refugee Day 2021

The City of Winooski proudly recognizes June 20th as World Refugee Day! World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of...

Mayor's Update - 6.18.21

Hello Neighbors, at last week’s City Council meeting, we officially approved agreements with The Champlain Housing Trust (CHT) on the new "Butternut Station" affordable housing project (located in front of the O’Brien Communi...

Celebrate Juneteenth in Winooski

Juneteenth Winooski 2021

• June 19, 2021 5pm
• Rotary Park, Winooski, VT
• Rain location: The Monkey House, 30 Main St, Winooski. All plans will move forward rain or shine!
• For full details, visit http://downtownwinooski.org/juneteenth/

Juneteenth commemora...

Winooski City Council Meeting on 6.21.21

Winooski City Council will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Monday, June 21, 2021, at 6 PM. An in-person attendance option is available at Winooski City Hall (27 West Allen Street).

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Safe, Healthy, Connected People Liaison Update

By Deputy Mayor Hal Colston

As you know, I am the Liaison to Winooski’s Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission. Here are some updates from our last meeting on June 9th:

Winooski Mutual Aid (WMA), a resident-led volunteer effort, has surveyed the communi...

Aquatics Programs at the Myers Memorial Pool

Winooski Recreation and Parks still have openings for Aquatics Programs at the Myers Memorial Pool! Looking for a way to get some exercise, cool off, and enjoy a new activity? See the available listings below to learn more and sign up today!

Aqua Aerobics ...

Now Hiring: Temporary Library Clerk

The Winooski Memorial Library is looking to hire a Temporary Library Clerk!

This position is responsible for assisting library visitors of all ages in a friendly, professional manner, and providing circulation and light reference services; collection maint...

Development Review Board Meeting on 6.17.21

The Development Review Board will hold their meeting via Zoom and in-person on Thursday, June 17, 2021, at 6:30 PM. 

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• Attend online: https://zoom.us/j/95638920576
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City of Winooski Seeks Volunteers for Policy Commissions

The City of Winooski is searching for engaged and dedicated residents to serve on our policy commissions! These opportunities are an excellent way to get involved in the public process. Are you a new resident looking to get connected to your neighbors? Ar...

Housing Liaison Update June 2021

By Councilor Jim Duncan

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

Now Hiring: Summer Teen Employment Program

The City of Winooski Summer Teen Employment Program (STEP) is OPEN! Are you between the ages of 16 - 21? Are you looking for an amazing opportunity this summer to get paid while giving back to the community? We have four amazing positions with the Winoosk...

Winooski's Legacy Campaign Begins!

As you may have heard, the City of Winooski is planning to celebrate our centennial birthday on March 7, 2022. During our rebranding process,  we began using a new tagline and story:

"The City of Winooski, Vermont’s Opportunity City: For almo...

Library Volunteers Needed for Make Music Day 2021

The Winooski Memorial Library is planning a Make Music Day celebration and we need your help!

Make Music Day is a free celebration of music around the world on June 21st. Launched in 1982 in France as the Fête de la Musique, it is now held on the...

Remote Planning Commission Meeting on 6.10.21

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold their remote via Zoom on Thursday, June 10, 2021, at 6:30 PM.

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Remote Centennial Celebration Committee Meeting on 6.9.21

The Centennial Celebration Committee will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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Remote Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission Meeting on 6.8.21

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 6:30 PM. 

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Remote Finance Commission Meeting on 6.8.21

The Winooski Finance Commission will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 5:30 PM. 

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Remote Municipal Infrastructure Commission Meeting on 6.8.21

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 6:30 PM. 

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Remote City Council and Liquor Control Board Meeting on 6.7.21

Winooski City Council and the Liquor Control Board will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Monday, June 7, 2021, at 6 PM.

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Special Remote City Manager Search Committee Meeting on 6.3.21

The City Manager Search Committee will hold a special remote meeting on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 3 PM to enter into an executive session (pursuant to 1 V.S.A. § 313 (3) the appointment or employment or evaluation of a public officer or employee...

Memorial Day Closures and New Hours at the Library and Senior Center

Winooski City Hall, the Winooski Memorial Library, and the Winooski Senior Center will be closed on Monday, May 31, 2021, in observance of Memorial Day.

Regular hours will resume at Winooski City Hall on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 (M - F, 9 AM - 3 PM). ...

Winooski US-7 Concrete Repair Project Update 5.28.21

Project Description: The Vermont Agency of Transportation will be rehabilitating the existing concrete roadway in an effort to improve the ride over the surface, and to extend the serviceable life of the concrete before major reconstruction is ne...

Remote Library Committee Meeting on 6.3.21

The Winooski Library Committee will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 6:30 PM. 

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Remote Planning Commission Meeting on 5.27.21

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold their remote via Zoom on Thursday, May 27, 2021, at 6:30 PM.

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Mayor's Update 5.21.21

Hello Winooski,

Last week, we welcomed our new Equity Director, Yasamin Gordon. Yasamin started in her role on May 10 and is already off to a great start. Yasamin was hired to help us focus on providing city services and engaging our community more equitab...

Remote Housing Commission Meeting on 5.24.21

The Winooski Housing Commission will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Monday, May 24, 2021, at 6 PM. 

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Winooski US-7 Concrete Repair Project Update 5.21.21

Project Description: The Vermont Agency of Transportation will be rehabilitating the existing concrete roadway in an effort to improve the ride over the surface, and to extend the serviceable life of the concrete before major reconstruction is ne...

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Liaison Update

By Deputy Mayor Hal Colston

Hello neighbors, as you know, I am the City Council Liason to the Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission. Here is my update from our recent meeting held on May 11th.

A discussion took place to elect a secretary for the commis...

Remote City Manager Search Committee Meeting on 5.24.21

The City Manager Search Committee will hold their remote meeting via Zoom on Monday, May 24, 2021, at 5 PM. 

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2021 Thrive Summer Camp - Registration Now Open

The City of Winooski proudly presents our 2021 Thrive Summer Camp Program! This program is designed to engage kids (grades K - 5) in outdoor exploration, STEM activities, artistic expression, trips to the pool, and fun in the sun. View our program details...