This summer, Brownell Library is going prehistoric with a lineup of programs all about dinosaurs, paleontology, the past, and chances for youth of all ages to share their own stories.
As part of the City’s 2027 Comprehensive Plan Update, we want to hear from business owners about opportunities and challenges you face. Click here to take our survey and/or register for a focus group…
The Essex Area Senior Center will host a Grand Reopening on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the renovated Senior Center at 2 Lincoln St. Come see what’s new and discover all the exciting programs and…
The Main Street Sidewalk Replacement Project is tentatively scheduled to start June 8, 2026. Poulin Companies, LLC will replace the existing sidewalks along Main Street between Pleasant Street and…
The City will start its yearly paving work soon. Church Street, East Street, and parts of Main Street are scheduled for paving, and all work should be finished by August 28.
The Assessing Department has mailed Preliminary Reappraisal Value Notices for 2026 to all property owners in the City of Essex Junction and the Town of Essex. In 2023, the City and Town contracted…
The City of Essex Junction Railroad Avenue Waterline Replacement Project is tentatively scheduled to start on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Don Weston Excavating, Inc. will be installing a new waterline…
The Essex Memorial Day Parade will celebrate its 39th year on Saturday, May 23, 2026, honoring the men and women who have served our country under this year’s theme, “All Gave Some, Some Gave All.”
The City of Essex Junction, in partnership with consultant Framework Cultural Placemaking, has received the Notable Project Award at the 2026 Vermont Walk/Bike Summit for the Connect the Junction…
We wanted to take some time to remind everyone that dogs must be on leash in the City unless you are in a designated off-leash area. This rule is not just to keep our dogs safe from cars and other…
Have you ever thought about adding a backyard cottage, converting your garage into an apartment, or making space for an aging parent or grown child — but didn't know where to start? You're not alone,…
The Public Works Department will be replacing a water main valve on Abnaki Ave on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Please note that water service will be temporarily shut off for residents on parts of…
Are you interested in participating in your local government? Become a committee member to help support, advise, and guide our municipality. Applicants must be residents of the City of Essex Junction.…
The City of Essex Junction has selected two finalists for the “We Are Essex Junction” public mural project and is now inviting community members to share input on their preferred artist.
The Public Works Department will be replacing a water main valve on Meadow Terrace on Monday, April 20, 2026. Please note that water service will be temporarily shut off for residents on Meadow…
Green Up Day 2026 will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026. This annual event encourages community members to come together and clean up their neighborhood roads, parks, and waterways.
On Tuesday, April 14, polls will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM at the Champlain Valley Exposition, Blue Ribbon Pavilion, at 105 Pearl Street, so Essex Junction voters can weigh in on municipal and school…
The City of Essex Junction and Town of Essex invite residents to join one of our Reappraisal Forums, “The Next Step in the Reappraisal Process.” Catalis Reappraisal Project Supervisor Bill Krajeski…
The City has launched its 2027 Comprehensive Plan Update, and we need community members to help shape it. We’re recruiting volunteers for three focus groups this spring.
If you requested mail-in ballots before March 27th for the upcoming City and School District elections, please read this important update regarding an error on one of your ballots. The Issue The…
What do you do with a broken toaster, a broken bike chain, a ceramic dish that’s chipped, or a shirt in need of mending? Toss it? No way! Help reduce waste and save money by bringing it to Brownell…
The City of Essex Junction is considering significant changes to Park Street, between Railroad Street (the Crescent Connector) and River Street, to improve safety and connectivity for everyone using…
The Public Works Department will be replacing a water main valve on Meadow Terrace on Friday, March 20, 2026. During this time, residents on Crestview Road, Meadow Terrace, Upland Road, and Drury…
The City of Essex Junction will conduct a live traffic test on Pearl Street (VT Route 15) on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to evaluate a potential change to westbound lane…
The City of Essex Junction is proud to announce the appointment of Mark Brislin as the new director of the Essex Junction Recreation and Parks (EJRP) department. Mark brings more than 25 years of…
(1:35 PM) UPDATE: The water main break on Upland Road, Drury Drive, and Meadown Terrace has been repaired. Residents may notice cloudy water or air in their lines; if this occurs, they should run…
Residents are encouraged to take part in tours of the current Public Works facility to gain firsthand insight into its condition in preparation for the upcoming bond vote on April 14. While many…
“We The People” are invited to this presentation to learn the history of printing The American Revolution, and to engage in a conversation around an old printing press, pull a broadside, and imagine…
Utility bills were mailed on Friday, February 27, 2026, with a due date of March 30, 2026. All payments must be received by the due date on your bill. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Vermont requires all homeowners who use their property as their primary residence to file Form HS‑122, Homestead Declaration, each year by April 15. Filing this form ensures that your property is…
The City of Essex Junction and Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) invite residents to attend an upcoming public meeting to review draft alternatives for potential new pedestrian…
