Winooski public meetings in 2024

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a preliminary and final subdivision review request for 85 West Street. The board will also elect officers and review the 2025 submission deadline schedule.

• Public hearing on preliminary and final subdivision review request for 85 West Street
• Election of officers
• Review of DRB Submission Deadline Schedule for CY 2025

The Development Review Board held a public hearing on the preliminary and final subdivision request for 85 West Street but did not vote on the application. The board heard details about lot coverage, setback waivers, easements, and drainage, and closed the hearing unanimously. No substantive decisions were made on the application itself.

• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstained)
• Approved November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, 2 abstained)
• Elected Harland Miller as chair, David Weissberger as vice chair, Elsie Goodrich as secretary (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on 85 West Street subdivision (unanimous)

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will hold discussions on re-engaging former commissioners, regularizing meeting times, and using remaining stipend funds. An update on the Working Communities Challenge is also scheduled. No binding votes or concrete proposals are on the agenda beyond approval of minutes.

• Discussion: Re-engaging previous Inclusion & Belonging Commissioners
• Discussion: Regularity and Timing of Inclusion & Belonging Meetings
• Discussion: Remaining Funds for Inclusion & Belonging Stipends
• Discussion: Update on Working Communities Challenge
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The Winooski Inclusion and Belonging Commission met on December 19, 2024, but took no substantive decisions. All agenda items, including approval of previous minutes and discussions on re-engaging commissioners, meeting regularity, stipend funds, and the Working Communities Challenge, were tabled to the next meeting on February 20, 2025. The commission received updates from the City Council and City Clerk regarding the budget process, Main Street project, bridge discussions, Just Cause Eviction ballot item, and the upcoming March 4, 2025 election. The meeting adjourned with a motion passed 3-0.

• Tabled approval of previous meeting minutes to Feb. 20, 2025
• Tabled discussion on re-engaging previous commissioners to Feb. 20, 2025
• Tabled discussion on meeting regularity and timing to Feb. 20, 2025
• Tabled discussion on remaining stipend funds to Feb. 20, 2025
• Tabled update on Working Communities Challenge to Feb. 20, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss research on proposed revisions to the city's tree ordinance (Chapter 29), including review of the current ordinance, draft revisions, and state statutes. The commission will also discuss priorities for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025. Other agenda items include approval of previous meeting minutes, liaison updates from the City Council, City Staff, and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission, and a public comment period.

• Discussion: Tree Ordinance Research, including review of current Chapter 29, proposed revisions dated December 17, 2024, Tree Warden & Shade Tree Vermont Statutes, and a staff memo

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission unanimously approved a revised tree ordinance, aligning it with Vermont state statute and shifting tree warden powers from public works to the MIC. The ordinance will be brought to the City Council for approval, with the tree commission allowed to make editorial changes before submittal. The commission also approved the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approved revised tree ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved October 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Tree ordinance to be submitted to City Council for approval
• Tree commission may make editorial changes before submittal

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will hold discussions on several items, including an update on the Certified Local Government (CLG) program application, design review guidelines, and a strategy for addressing critical endangered resources. The board will also discuss a signage program and other initiatives. Public comment is included. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion: Update on the Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
• Discussion: Design Review Guidelines
• Discussion: Strategy for addressing critical endangered resources and updating the local resources list
• Discussion: Signage program and other possible initiative programs
• Discussion: Communications

The Local Resources Advisory Board unanimously approved the November 13, 2024 meeting minutes. Staff updated the board on the Certified Local Government (CLG) program application, noting the grant could cover up to 60% of project costs. The board discussed drafting design review guidelines, updating the local resources list, and a signage program, but took no formal action on these items.

• Approved November 13, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Cannabis Control Commission

The Winooski Cannabis Control Commission will discuss and potentially approve a retail cannabis license renewal for Hello, Hi, based on a memo from the Director of Planning and Zoning. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Discussion/approval of retail cannabis license renewal for Hello, Hi

The Cannabis Control Commission approved a manufacturing cannabis license for Hello, Hi at 46 Main Street. The motion passed 4-0 after a staff summary and applicant introduction. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved manufacturing cannabis license for Hello, Hi at 46 Main Street (4-0)

City Council

The council will consider a proposed settlement agreement for the Winooski Block assessment appeal and set public hearings for a just cause eviction petition. The consent agenda includes approvals of payroll, minutes, a Certified Local Government designation, and an overview of ULUDR amendments (Act 181). The meeting includes an executive session for legal consultation.

• Approval of proposed settlement agreement regarding Winooski Block assessment appeal
• Set public hearings for Just Cause Eviction petition on January 27 and February 3, 2024 (as written)
• Approval of Certified Local Government Designation
• Overview and introduction of amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) – Act 181
• Approval of payroll warrant and meeting minutes

The City Council approved a settlement agreement with Winooski Block LLC regarding an assessment appeal, directing the City Manager to execute it. The consent agenda was also approved, including setting public hearings for a just cause eviction petition and adopting the Certified Local Government designation. The council entered executive session to discuss a confidential legal matter, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved settlement agreement with Winooski Block LLC (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Dec 9 minutes, payroll warrant, just cause eviction petition with hearings set for Jan 27 and Feb 3, 2025, Certified Local Government designation, and ULUDR amendments intro (4-0)
• Entered executive session for attorney-client privileged discussion (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will discuss proposed changes to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) Sections 4.1 and 5.16 regarding replacement housing units. They will also debrief the November 19 joint meeting with the Housing Commission on a Developers Roundtable. The agenda includes approving previous minutes and setting the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Discussion of ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 (replacement units)
• Debrief of November 19 Joint Planning and Housing Commission Meeting (Developers Roundtable)
• Approval of November 14, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of draft 2025 Planning Commission meeting schedule
• Public comment on non-agenda items

The Winooski Planning Commission unanimously approved the previous meeting minutes. They discussed development constraints raised by property owners and tabled a review of ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 on replacement units, pending more data from the Equitable Housing Needs Assessment. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 on replacement units

Finance Commission

The December 10, 2024, meeting was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No decisions were made.

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission is meeting to appoint a Chair and Secretary. Members will also discuss the commission's meeting approach and planning through June 2025.

• Appointment of Commission Chair and Secretary
• Planning of meeting approach and agendas through June 2025
• Updates from City Council and City Staff Liaison
• Updates from Inclusion and Belonging Commission Liaison

The Winooski Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission approved minutes from the previous meeting and unanimously appointed Meredith Bushey as Chair and Arica Bronz as Secretary. Members discussed budget season, fire department recruitment, school program vacancies, and the commission's future role and outreach through June 2025. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Marielle, second by Arica)
• Appointed Meredith Bushey as Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Arica Bronz as Secretary (unanimous)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss and consider a voter-backed petition on animal control, and discuss public hearings for a just cause eviction charter change. Other agenda items include approval of a resolution transferring a unit at Winooski Falls East Lot 7D to Onion River Hotel LLC, extension of the Housing Trust Fund interest rate buydown pilot program, and a small business loan recommendation for Donwoori. The council will also receive presentations on the Winooski Valley Parks District FY2026 budget, the FY2026 public works and capital budget, and amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations under Act 181.

• Resolution to transfer South Unit at Lot 7D, Winooski Falls East, to Onion River Hotel LLC
• Extension of the Interest Rate Buydown Pilot Program of the Housing Trust Fund
• Discussion/Approval: Voter-backed petition on animal control
• Discussion: Just cause eviction charter change public hearings
• Discussion/Approval: Winooski Small Business Loan Committee recommendation for Donwoori

The Winooski City Council voted 3-0 to declare a voter-backed animal control petition advisory, then voted 0-3 against adding it to the Town Meeting Day warning. The council also approved a $75,000 small business loan to Donwoori (3-1) and approved several consent agenda items, including a property transfer and an extension of the interest rate buydown pilot program.

• Declared animal control petition advisory (3-0)
• Rejected adding animal control article to Town Meeting Day ballot (0-3)
• Approved $75,000 loan to Donwoori (3-1)
• Approved consent agenda: minutes, payroll, accounts payable, property transfer, and housing program extension (3-0)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will hold a regular meeting to approve previous minutes, receive public comment, and discuss library updates. Key agenda items include reviewing the annual policy and discussing the youth member position on the committee.

• Annual policy review
• Discussion of youth member position
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Library updates from staff

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee met on December 5, 2024, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. They discussed library staffing, programming, and a decline in monthly stats due to the temporary space move. The committee reviewed the FY25 budget request for a $2,500 increase in professional services and discussed updating the building use policy. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed FY25 budget request for $2,500 increase in professional services line
• Discussed updating building use policy; Nate to research and report back in January
• Noted annual report for FY24 is complete, Prudence to sign

Liquor Control Board

The Liquor Control Board will consider a consent agenda item to approve three new conditional licenses for Nepali Grocery Store LLC at 12 Malletts Bay Avenue. The licenses include a Second Class Liquor License, a Tobacco License, and a Tobacco Substitute License. No other business is on the agenda.

• Second Class Liquor License (New, Conditional) for Nepali Grocery Store LLC at 12 Malletts Bay Avenue
• Tobacco License (New, Conditional) for the same location
• Tobacco Substitute License (New, Conditional) for the same location

Small Business Loan Fund Committee

The Winooski Small Business Loan Fund Committee will review evaluation criteria, discuss a specific loan application with the applicant, and then deliberate on whether to recommend loan approval to the City Council.

• Discussion and possible approval of a loan application recommendation to the City Council
• Overview of loan evaluation criteria
• Public comment period

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss results from budget outreach and review the city manager's proposed FY26 budget, including general government. They will also consider a special assessment for Green Mountain Transit and approve a resolution transferring the South Unit at Lot 7D to Onion River Hotel LLC. Consent items include adopting 2025 legislative priorities and applying for a RALI grant for business marketing.

• Discussion of budget outreach results and FY26 city manager proposed budget
• Discussion/approval of Green Mountain Transit special assessment for FY26
• Approval of resolution transferring South Unit at Lot 7D to Onion River Hotel LLC
• Approval of City Council legislative priorities for 2025
• Approval of RALI grant application for business marketing and wayfinding campaign

Cannabis Control Commission

The Cannabis Control Commission will discuss and potentially approve a manufacturing cannabis license application from Haute and Heady, presented by the Director of Planning and Zoning.

• Discussion and possible approval of a manufacturing cannabis license for Haute and Heady

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use review request for 163 Franklin Street. The board will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Review Request for 163 Franklin Street

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will vote on approving the role of chair and co-chairs, and on allowing non-Winooski residents to serve on the commission. The group will also discuss outreach and engagement with Mayor Lott, welcome new members Jen Berger and Radha Selvester, and hear updates from city council and staff liaisons.

• Approval of the role of chair and co-chairs
• Approval of non-Winooski residents serving on the Commission
• Discussion on outreach and engagement with Mayor Lott
• Welcoming Jen Berger (member) and Radha Selvester (alternate)
• Approve previous meeting minutes

Housing Commission

The Housing and Planning Commissions are meeting to discuss proposed amendments to land use regulations. The session focuses on gathering input from developers regarding zoning and housing incentives.

• Discussion on Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) Section 5.17
• Discussion on Replacement Unit Regulations Sections 4.1 and 5.16
• Discussion on Transportation Demand Management (TDM) Requirements Section 4.17
• Review of Priority Housing Incentives in the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) to align with Act 181. The body will also discuss regulations regarding replacement units and transportation demand management.

• Public hearing on ULUDR amendments to Sections 4.12, 5.10, and Article VIII (Act 181)
• Discussion on ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 regarding replacement units
• Discussion on ULUDR Section 4.17 regarding transportation demand management
• Possible action to approve a letter of support for Green Mountain Transit

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will hold a public hearing and vote on a proposal to replace the roof at 69 East Allen Street, a property on the State Historic Register. The board will also receive updates on the Certified Local Government program application, discuss design review guidelines, and develop a strategy for addressing critical endangered resources and updating the local resources list. Other discussions include a signage program and possible initiative programs.

• Discussion and possible action on roof replacement at 69 East Allen Street
• Update on Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
• Discussion on Design Review Guidelines
• Strategy for addressing critical endangered resources and updating local resources list
• Signage program and other possible initiative programs

Finance Commission

The joint Finance and Municipal Infrastructure Commission will discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2026 General Fund Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the City Council and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Discussion: Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Plan Review (FY26 General Fund Draft CIP.pdf)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The committee will review previous meeting minutes and receive updates from members and the library.

Liquor Control Board

The board is meeting to consider license renewals for Standing Stone Wines LLC and a name change for Howl Bier to WBC Tankards LLC.

• Renewal of First, Second, and Third Class Liquor Licenses for Standing Stone Wines LLC at 33 Main Street
• Renewal of Outside Consumption Permit and Tobacco License for Standing Stone Wines LLC
• Change of name from Howl Bier to WBC Tankards LLC

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda including appointments, resolutions, and grants, followed by discussion items. Key discussions include amendments to the Housing Trust Fund Home Improvement Program (HIP), setting 2025 legislative priorities, and reviewing quarterly budget projections. The council will also recognize firefighter service awards and consider a joint meeting with the School Board.

• Interim appointments to Inclusion and Belonging Commissioners
• Resolution to establish parking enforcement holidays
• Proclamation designating November 30, 2024 as Small Business Saturday
• Finance and Maintenance Agreement for Hood’s Crossing traffic signal with Vermont Agency of Transportation
• Discussion/approval of amendments to Housing Trust Fund Home Improvement Program guidelines

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Winooski Board of Civil Authority will meet to discuss the upcoming Federal General Election and approve election workers. The board will also consider approving minutes from four previous meetings.

• Discussion of Federal General Election
• Approval of election workers
• Approval of minutes from July 17, September 11, September 19, and October 9, 2024

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission will discuss draft language for a Home Improvement Program, review Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines, and hold a Developer Roundtable. They will also receive an update on the Armory Parcel and provide direction on public input for a proposed agreement. No votes or final decisions are scheduled.

• Review of Home Improvement Program draft language
• Discussion of Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines
• Developer Roundtable discussion
• Armory Parcel update with direction on public input for proposed agreement

City Council

The Winooski City Council will consider the base technical design for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge and set budget goals for Fiscal Year 2026. The body will also discuss housing strategic vision updates and a tax-related agreement with the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation.

• Base Technical Design Approval for Burlington-Winooski Bridge
• Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Goal Setting
• Memorandum of Understanding with Vermont Student Assistance Corporation for Payment in Lieu of Taxes
• Strategic Vision Goal Area Updates for Housing
• Event permit for Halloween in Winooski

Cannabis Control Commission

The Winooski Cannabis Control Commission will discuss and potentially vote on renewing a retail cannabis license for Happy Trees Co. The meeting includes a review of a memo from the Planning and Zoning Director and the license application.

• Discussion/approval of renewal of retail cannabis license for Happy Trees Co.
• Review of memo from Ravi Venkataraman, Director of Planning and Zoning, on the license renewal request
• Consideration of cannabis license application document dated 10.07.2024

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on a conditional use review for a property at 94 West Canal Street, Suite 5. They will also discuss a sketch plan review for a development at 85 West Street, including subdivision and planned unit development standards. The board will consider approval of previous meeting minutes and receive a planning and zoning update from city staff.

• Public hearing on conditional use review for 94 West Canal Street, Suite 5
• Discussion of sketch plan review for 85 West Street
• Review of existing and proposed site plans for 85-87 West Street
• Approval of August 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Planning and zoning update from city staff

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

This meeting was cancelled because the commission lacked a quorum. No business was conducted. The agenda included items such as approving minutes, discussing outreach, and reviewing interviews for potential appointments.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Approval of Role of Chair and Co-Chairs
• Approval of Non-Winooski residents serving on the Commission
• Discussion: Outreach and Engagement
• Discussion: Two interviews with Jen Berger & Radha Selvester

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The joint Municipal Infrastructure and Finance Commission will discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 capital needs review and review traffic calming evaluation results to select an additional street candidate for calming measures. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the Inclusion & Belonging Commission and city liaisons.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2026 capital needs review
• Review of traffic calming evaluation results and selection of an additional street candidate
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from September 19, 2024
• Update from the Inclusion & Belonging Commission

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold discussions on several sections of the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR), including replacement units, Act 181-related required ordinance changes, and transportation demand management. No votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 on replacement units
• Discussion of ULUDR Sections 4.12, 5.10, and Article VIII regarding Act 181 overview and required ordinance changes
• Discussion of ULUDR Section 4.17 on Transportation Demand Management
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from September 12, 2024

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Board of Civil Authority and Board of Abatement reconvenes from September 19 to hold final presentations from the assessor and appellants for 14 properties. After hearings, the board will deliberate in closed session to authorize written decisions as allowed by state law.

• Final hearings for 14 properties: 18 Corrine Street, 22 Main Street, 196 Bellevue Street, 60 Shepard Street, 65 Winooski Falls Way, 1 East Allen Street, 111 Hood Street, 120 Malletts Bay Avenue Unit 102, 211 West Street Unit B, 38 East Spring Street, 113 West Street, 217 West Allen Street, 60 Winooski Falls Way Units 1301 and 1411
• Deliberative session to authorize written decisions under VSA 1 312 e
• Meeting is reconvening from the September 19, 2024 session

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will meet to approve minutes from its last meeting and receive updates from city council and staff liaisons. Members will discuss and likely approve appointments for chair and secretary, and hold an initial discussion on the Winooski Police Department's Fair and Impartial Policing Policy.

• Appoint Chair and Secretary
• Initial Discussion of Winooski Police Department's Fair and Impartial Policing Policy

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a proposed approach to redeveloping the Armory lot, including a public input process. They will also receive a presentation on the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission (CCRPC) annual report and budget preview, and discuss updates on strategic vision goals for municipal infrastructure and safe, healthy, connected people. The consent agenda includes approval of several grants, such as the Municipal Energy Resilience Program (MERP) and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) stormwater grants, as well as a lease agreement for a new plow truck.

• Discussion and approval of proposed approach to redeveloping Armory lot, including public input
• Presentation and discussion of CCRPC annual report and budget preview for FY24
• Approval of Municipal Energy Resilience Program (MERP) grant application
• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) stormwater grants (MS4 and 3-acre permit assistance)
• Approval of lease agreement for a new plow truck with KS State Bank

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda approving multiple liquor licenses. This includes new conditional first and third class licenses for Dumb Luck Pub & Grill and McKee's Original, a new tobacco substitute permit for Beverage Warehouse, and a continuation of a third class license for John Ryan Post. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Approval: Beverage Warehouse - 1 East Allen Street - Tobacco Substitute (New)
• Approval: DLP d/b/a Dumb Luck Pub & Grill - 211 Main Street, Suite 1 - First Class Liquor License (New, Conditional) and Third Class Liquor License (New, Conditional)
• Approval: L.G. McKee d/b/a McKee's Original - 19 East Allen Street - First Class Liquor License (New, Conditional), Third Class Liquor License (New, Conditional), Outside Consumption Permit (New, Conditional), and Sidewalk Permit (New, Conditional)
• Approval: John Ryan Post - 6 Maple Street - Third Class Liquor License (Continuation)

City Council

This is a quorum notice for a meeting of the Winooski City Council. No action or testimony will occur; the meeting is solely to meet the Vermont Open Meeting Law requirement.

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission and Planning Commission will meet jointly to discuss proposed revisions to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) Section 5.17 on inclusionary housing requirements. They will also hold a developer roundtable to gather input. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of ULUDR Section 5.17 – Inclusionary Housing Requirements
• Review of Affordability Gap Calculation Overview document
• Review of Winooski Priority Housing Incentives Overview
• Developer Roundtable discussion

Planning Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission and Planning Commission will hold a joint meeting to review Section 5.17 of the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations, which covers inclusionary housing requirements. Discussion will include an affordability gap calculation and priority housing incentives, followed by a developer roundtable. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.

• Review of ULUDR Section 5.17 – Inclusionary Housing Requirements
• Affordability Gap Calculation Overview presented as a discussion document
• Winooski Priority Housing Incentives Overview provided
• Developer roundtable scheduled for input
• Public comment period included for off-agenda topics

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Board of Civil Authority will meet to hear and decide on tax assessment grievance appeals for seven properties. The meeting includes a call to order, review of each property appeal, and a motion to recess on October 9, 2024. No other business is scheduled.

• Evan Haugh, 211 West Street Unit B (WT211.B) appeal
• Emily Minck & J.L. Pudims, 38 East Spring Street (ES038) appeal
• Senesac Family Trust, 113 West Street (WT113) appeal
• John Payne, 217 West Allen Street (WA217) appeal
• Stephen Crimmin & Liba Hladik, 60 Winooski Falls Way #1301 (WI060-1301) appeal

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission will review goals from the Master Plan and City Council 2024-2025 priorities, and discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2025 workplan. Other agenda items include approving previous meeting minutes, welcoming new members, and receiving updates from the Inclusion & Belonging Commission and city liaisons. Public comment is also available.

• Review of Municipal Infrastructure Goals from Master Plan (page 51) and City Council 2024-2025 Policy Priorities and Strategies
• Discussion of Municipal Infrastructure Commission Draft Fiscal Year 2025 Workplan (Memorandum.pdf and Draft FY25 MIC Workplan.pdf)
• Welcome new members to the commission
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission update
• City Council and City Staff Liaison Updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting amendments to Chapter 15 (Parking). Other items include a resolution honoring Roland Dion, appointments to the Municipal Infrastructure Commission, a presentation on proposed Green Mountain Transit service reductions, and scheduling for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. The council will also enter executive session to discuss contracts related to the Winooski Falls East (Lot 7D) project.

• Public hearing on amendments to Chapter 15 (Parking) ordinance
• Adoption of amendments to Chapter 15 (Parking) ordinance
• Green Mountain Transit presentation on proposed service reductions
• Appointments to the Municipal Infrastructure Commission (G. Calcagni, T. Buckley, T. Wurzburg)
• Fiscal Year 2026 budget scheduling discussion

Cannabis Control Commission

The Winooski Cannabis Control Board will consider the renewal of a retail cannabis license for Winooski Organics. The agenda includes discussion and a potential vote on the renewal, supported by a memo from the Director of City Planning and the license application.

• Discussion/approval of retail cannabis license renewal for Winooski Organics
• Memo to Cannabis Control Commission on renewal request dated September 16, 2024
• Cannabis license application document from June 27, 2024

The Cannabis Control Commission approved the renewal of the retail cannabis license for Winooski Organics at 165 East Allen Street. The motion carried 3-0. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved renewal of retail cannabis license for Winooski Organics (3-0)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will discuss proposed updates to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR), focusing on sections governing replacement units and transportation demand management. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from four previous sessions and routine updates from city officials.

• Discussion of ULUDR Sections 4.1 and 5.16 (Replacement Units)
• Discussion of ULUDR Section 4.17 (Transportation Demand Management)
• Approval of minutes from April 25, June 13, July 18, and August 8, 2024
• Public comment period for topics not on the agenda
• Updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and City Staff

The Winooski Planning Commission held a discussion-only meeting, with no formal votes on substantive items. They reviewed draft sections of the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) covering replacement units (Sections 4.1 and 5.16) and transportation demand management (Section 4.17), gathering feedback for future revisions. The commission approved four sets of previous meeting minutes. No final decisions were made on the draft regulations.

• Approved April 25, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, two abstentions)
• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, two abstentions)
• Approved July 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2024 meeting minutes (4-0, two abstentions)

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will hold a site visit and discussion at 53 East Allen Street, and consider applying for Certified Local Government (CLG) status. They will also approve previous meeting minutes and hear city updates.

• Discussion and site visit at 53 East Allen Street
• Discussion of Certified Local Government (CLG) program application
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (August 14, 2024)

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Winooski Board of Civil Authority will meet to hear and decide on tax assessment grievance appeals for eight properties. The board will also consider approving its rules of procedure. The meeting is scheduled to resume on September 19, 2024.

• Constantinos Michaelides, 18 Corrine Street (CO018)
• JLF, LLC (Lawrence Fong), 22 Main Street (MA022)
• Adrian and Michelle Formel, 196 Bellevue Street (BV196)
• Eric Nguyen & Trang Thi Phan, 60 Shepard Street (SH060)
• HK Central Block Ltd. Partnership, 65 Winooski Falls Way (WI065) (Michael Flynn, representative)

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee is holding a Library Open House and Community Listening Session. The notice states that no action or testimony will occur during this event.

• Library Open House and Community Listening Session

City Council

This is a notice that a quorum of the Winooski City Council may attend a Library Open House and Community Listening Session. No official action or testimony will occur. The notice meets Vermont Open Meeting Law requirements.

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

This is a procedural notice for the Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission. A quorum may attend a Library Open House and Community Listening Session, but no decisions or testimony will occur. The notice fulfills Vermont's Open Meeting Law requirements.

• Library Open House and Community Listening Session at O'Brien Community Center (32 Malletts Bay Ave) — no action taken

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will discuss routine business including approving previous meeting minutes, receiving updates on library services and building conditions, and planning for an upcoming open house event. No substantive policy decisions or financial items are on the agenda.

• Planning for an open house event at the library
• Building updates for the Winooski Memorial Library
• Library program updates and committee member reports

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee discussed options to address elevated PCE levels in the library building, leaning toward installing ventilation (costing $10-12K) to allow reopening in 45-50 days, though no formal decision was made. The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and noted scaled-back programming due to staffing shortages and the building closure. An open house is planned for September 10 to gather input on the new library layout.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Lauren, second by Prudence)
• Discussed three options for addressing PCE contamination, leaning toward ventilation installation (no vote taken)
• Set price cap on Hoopla audio books at ~$300 per month
• Scheduled open house for Sept 10, 4-7pm, for public input on new library layout
• Cancelled October committee meeting due to staffing shortages; will resume in November

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

This meeting is a training session for Board of Civil Authority members on conducting property tax assessment appeals hearings. No official actions, votes, or testimony will occur. The notice complies with Vermont Open Meeting Law requirements.

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution urging Vermont's congressional delegation to ask the Air Force to replace the F-35 mission with one that does not harm residents near the airport. Other regular agenda items include amendments to the parking code (Chapter 15) with a public hearing date, a scoping study for Lafountain and Dion streets, appointments to the Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission, and requests to use reserves for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge and planning director transition. The consent agenda covers approval of meeting minutes, payroll and accounts payable warrants, a city manager contract amendment, a grant application to recapitalize the Winooski Small Business Loan Fund, and a letter of attestation for state Downtown Vibrancy Funds.

• Discussion/approval of resolution requesting replacement of F-35 mission at Burlington airport due to noise
• Discussion/approval of amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 15 (Parking) and setting a public hearing date
• Discussion/approval of request for use of reserves for Burlington-Winooski Bridge and Director of City Planning transition
• Discussion/approval of Lafountain and Dion Scoping Study revised preferred alternative
• Consent agenda: grant application to NBRC to recapitalize Winooski Small Business Loan Fund

The council approved a resolution urging the Air Force to replace the F-35 mission with a quieter one, and endorsed Alternative 4D for the Lafountain/Dion corridor after a prior motion for Alternate Four failed. It also approved consent agenda items, commission appointments, grand list corrections, parking code amendments, and reserve fund uses.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G (4-0)
• Approved appointments to Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission (4-0)
• Approved resolution requesting F-35 mission replacement (4-0)
• Failed motion to approve Alternate Four for Lafountain/Dion (3-1)
• Endorsed Alternative 4D for Lafountain/Dion long-term solution (3-1)
• Approved grand list errors and omissions with future audit (4-0)
• Introduced Chapter 15 parking amendments, set public hearing for Sept 16 (4-0)
• Approved use of reserves for bridge and planning director transition (4-0)

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The commission will meet virtually to discuss housing concerns and the role of the chair. The body will also consider the topic of non-resident commission membership.

• Discussion on housing concerns
• Discussion on non-resident commission membership
• Discussion on the role of the chair
• Approval of June 13, 2024 meeting minutes

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission approved minutes from June 13, 2024, and voted to have Harly Rodriguez and Ruth Steinmetz serve as co-chairs for the October 17th meeting. They also discussed housing concerns, including the Short Term Rental License Program, and considered non-resident commission membership, which will be an agenda item next meeting.

• Approved June 13, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Harly Rodriguez and Ruth Steinmetz as co-chairs for October 17th meeting (3-0)

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission will hold its August 27 meeting to approve past minutes, welcome a new member, and vote on appointments for chair and vice-chair. The group will also discuss updates to short-term rental regulations and changes to the Housing Trust Fund’s Home Improvement Program.

• Vote to appoint Chair and Vice-chair
• Discussion on Short-term Rental Update
• Discussion on Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement Program changes
• Welcome new commission member
• Approve June 4, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

This document is a notice that a quorum of City Councilors may be present for the Green Mountain Transit Board of Commissioners Meeting. No other city council business is listed.

• Green Mountain Transit Board of Commissioners Meeting

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing on a site plan review request for 111 East Allen Street. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive city updates. Other items are procedural.

• Public hearing on site plan review for 111 East Allen Street
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from June 20, 2024

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board will discuss the application process for the Certified Local Government (CLG) Program. The board will also discuss programming for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Discussion of Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
• Discussion of programming for Fiscal Year 2025

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission will meet to discuss planning for budget outreach. The meeting includes updates from the City Council Liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Budget Outreach Planning discussion

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

This Inclusion and Belonging Commission meeting was canceled because a quorum could not be reached. No decisions or discussions occurred.

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR), including replacement units (Section 5.16) and changes related to state law H.687 (Sections 5.10 and Article 8). The commission will also receive an introduction to Transportation Demand Management (TDM) options. The meeting includes approval of previous meeting minutes and updates from the Mayor, Inclusion and Belonging Commission, and city staff.

• Approve meeting minutes from April 25, June 13, and July 18, 2024
• Discussion: ULUDR Replacement Units (Section 5.16)
• Discussion: H.687 related amendments to ULUDR Section 5.10 and Article 8
• Introduction to Transportation Demand Management (TDM) options
• Other business: Burlington Comprehensive Development Ordinance amendments

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will consider three new permit applications at its August 5 meeting. Items include an outside consumption permit for Four Quarters Brewing and sidewalk permits for Golden Hour Gift Co and Mattarello Baked Goods.

• New outside consumption permit for Four Quarters Brewing at 70 Main Street
• New sidewalk permit for Golden Hour Gift Co at 17 East Allen Street
• New sidewalk permit for Mattarello Baked Goods at 25 Winooski Falls Way #110

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss and potentially approve an Electric Vehicle Charging Station Planning Grant application, a timeline and cost analysis for a Just Cause Eviction Charter Change, and finalize the 2024-2025 Council Policy Priorities and Strategies. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with minutes, warrants, appointments, and a resolution, plus an executive session for real estate negotiations related to the Burlington-Winooski Bridge.

• Discussion/approval of EV Charging Station Planning Grant application
• Discussion/approval of Just Cause Eviction Charter Change timeline, cost & logistics
• Discussion/approval to finalize 2024-2025 Council Policy Priorities and Strategies
• Consent agenda includes appointments to Housing Commission and Winooski Memorial Library Committee
• Executive session for real estate purchase/lease options related to Burlington-Winooski Bridge temporary easements

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The committee will meet to review library and building updates and discuss the terms of committee members. The agenda consists primarily of procedural updates and reports.

• Review of library updates
• Review of building updates
• Discussion of committee member terms

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission will review its FY25 priorities, receive updates on traffic calming assessments and the Lafountain/Dion Scoping Study, and appoint officers. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and liaison reports.

• Review of FY25 priorities
• Update on traffic calming assessment(s)
• Update on Lafountain/Dion Scoping Study
• Officer appointments
• Welcome new member

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will consider nominating a Zoning Administrator and electing officers. They will also discuss the FY 2025 Work Plan and review amendments to South Burlington's Land Development Regulations.

• Nomination of Zoning Administrator
• Election of officers
• Discussion of FY 2025 Work Plan
• City of South Burlington Land Development Regulations Amendments (LDR-24-01-10)

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Board of Civil Authority will discuss logistics for the August 13, 2024 Statewide Primary Election, including absentee ballot requests and poll worker scheduling. They will also set a meeting date of September 11, 2024 for tax appeals. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and approval of election workers.

• Discussion of Statewide Primary Election on August 13, 2024, including absentee ballots and poll worker schedule
• Set Board of Civil Authority Meeting for Tax Appeals on September 11, 2024
• Approval of Election Workers
• Public Comment
• Approve Previous Meeting Minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting amendments to the Unified Land Use Development Regulations related to Act 47. The body will also discuss parking code amendments and strategic vision goals for housing and infrastructure.

• Public hearing and potential adoption of Unified Land Use Development Regulations (ULUDR) Act 47 updates
• Proposed amendments to Winooski Code Chapter 15 regarding parking
• Vermont Clean Water State Revolving Loan Agreement for Winooski Main St (Loan RF1-212-3.0)
• Sale and transfer of North Unit of Lot 7D (Winooski Falls East)
• Appointments to Airport Commission, Planning Commission, and Development Review Board

Finance Commission

The Finance Commission will review a memorandum regarding the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The commission will also discuss the City Council retreat presentation and plan for upcoming budget outreach.

• Approval of Mayor Memo on Economic Dissemination Discussion
• Discussion of Council Retreat Presentation – Master Plan Check In
• Planning for Budget Outreach

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission meeting scheduled for July 9, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided during this time.

City Council

The Winooski City Council will meet to discuss and consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025 municipal tax rate. The agenda also includes the appointment of an Acting Zoning Administrator and the ratification of a police union contract for 2025-2027.

• Setting the Fiscal Year 2025 municipal tax rate
• Appointment of Acting Zoning Administrator
• Ratification of Fraternal Order of Police Union contract (FY 2025-2027)
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission is meeting to discuss inclusionary zoning and replacement regulations. The discussion focuses on sections 5.16 and 5.17 of the commission's documents.

• Discussion regarding Inclusionary Zoning and Replacement Regulations (Sections 5.16 and 5.17)

Planning Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission will discuss regulations regarding inclusionary housing and the replacement of existing dwelling units. These rules apply to development projects proposing five or more new units. The discussion covers requirements for affordable housing rates and maintaining unit counts during redevelopment.

• Discussion: Inclusionary Housing Requirements (Section 5.16)
• Discussion: Replacement of Existing Dwelling Units (Section 5.17)

City Council

This meeting serves as a notice that a quorum of City Councilors may be in attendance for the Winooski Together: Equity Action Community Meeting. No official action or testimony will occur during this session.

• No official actions or testimonies are scheduled.

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board will hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use request for 215 Weaver Street. The board will also review and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Public hearing on conditional use request at 215 Weaver Street
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a detailed discussion regarding ULUDR amendments for Act 47 and set a public hearing. The council will also consider a reserve fund request for the cleanup of the Memorial Park encampment. Other items include reviewing event permits and city board reappointments.

• Discussion and setting of public hearing for ULUDR amendments related to Act 47
• Reserve fund request for cleaning up the Memorial Park encampment
• Event permits for Wolfsgart AirOut and block parties on Leclair St and Lower North St
• Application for the State Transformational Tourism Event and Regional Marketing Grant
• Reappointments to city commissions, boards, committees, and CCRPC representatives

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will discuss an overview of the Equity Action Committee Event. The meeting also includes updates from city liaisons and ambassadors, and a discussion regarding the Role of the Chair.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• City Council and City Staff Liaison updates
• Ambassador updates
• Discussion: Equity Action Committee Event and Overview
• Discussion: Role of the Chair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue discussions regarding inclusionary zoning and replacement regulations. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Winooski Partnership for Prevention about uses in proximity to schools.

• Discussion of Inclusionary Zoning and Replacement Regulations (Sections 5.16 and 5.17)
• Presentation on uses in proximity to schools
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 25, May 9, and May 23, 2024

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission will discuss the Economic Development Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes updates from the City Council Liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Review of Economic Development Strategic Plan
• City Council Liaison Update
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission Update
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

City Council

The Winooski City Council is conducting its annual policy strategies and priorities retreat. No official actions or public testimony will occur during this meeting. The session includes presentations regarding the 2024-2025 council term and FY24 landlord survey data.

• Presentation for 2024-2025 Council Retreat
• FY24 Landlord Survey data visualization draft

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The committee will review the Draft Library Programming Policy. Members will also debrief and plan for upcoming Community Listening Sessions. The agenda includes library updates and committee member reports.

• Review of Draft Library Programming Policy
• Debrief and planning for Community Listening Sessions
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission will discuss area median income targeting for inclusionary zoning and a potential local preference policy idea. The meeting also includes reviews of landlord survey questions and updates regarding the Housing Trust Fund.

• Discussion on Area Median Income Targeting for Inclusionary Zoning
• Discussion of Local Preference Policy Idea
• Review of Landlord Survey Questions
• Housing Trust Fund updates and marketing plan discussion
• Approval of meeting minutes from February, March, and April 2024

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider a consent agenda item: a new, conditional sidewalk permit for Scout at 3 East Allen Street. The meeting includes a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Sidewalk permit (new, conditional) for Scout at 3 East Allen Street

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to approve routine items, including minutes, warrants, and resolutions for World Refugee Day and Pride Month. The main substantive items are a discussion and possible approval of amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations related to Act 47, and acceptance of a Better Places Grant with the Vermont Community Foundation as fiscal agent.

• Introduction of amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (Act 47 updates)
• Grant acceptance – Fiscal Agent Better Places Grant (Vermont Community Foundation)
• Approval of World Refugee Day Resolution
• Approval of Pride Month Resolution
• Approval of payroll warrant May 12-25, 2024 and accounts payable May 29, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on draft amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR), including changes related to Act 47. They will also continue discussion on inclusionary zoning and replacement regulations (Sections 5.16 and 5.17). The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and city updates.

• Public hearing on draft amendments to the ULUDR (multiple sections)
• Discussion on inclusionary zoning and replacement regulations (Sections 5.16 and 5.17)
• Approval of minutes from May 9 and April 25, 2024

City Council

This is a notice that a quorum of Winooski City Councilors may attend the Main Street Revitalization Project groundbreaking event. No official action or testimony will occur, and the notice is provided to comply with Vermont Open Meeting Law. The agenda is purely procedural.

• Main Street Revitalization Project groundbreaking event
• Quorum of City Councilors may attend
• No action or testimony will occur
• Meeting at Winooski VFW, 6 Maple Street

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider new liquor license applications from three businesses. The board will vote on a consent agenda covering a new Third Class license for Standing Stone Wines LLC, an outside consumption permit for Vermont Curry & Cocktails LLP, and multiple conditional licenses for Howl Bier. All items are listed for decision at this meeting.

• Standing Stone Wines LLC, 33 Main Street — new Third Class Liquor License
• Vermont Curry & Cocktails LLP, 211 Main Street — new Outside Consumption Permit
• Howl Bier, 45 Main Street — new First Class, Third Class, and Second Class Liquor Licenses, Outside Consumption Permit, Restaurant Application, and Sidewalk Permit (all conditional)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold its regular meeting, including public comment, consent agenda approvals, and reports. The main items for discussion and possible approval include appointments to the Inclusion & Belonging Commission and the Airport Commission, a letter of support for signalizing the Hood's Crossing intersection, and a subordinate promissory note forgiveness agreement.

• Appointments to Inclusion & Belonging Commission
• Letter of support for Hood's Crossing (Spring/East Allen) signalization
• Subordinate promissory note forgiveness agreement
• Airport Commissioner appointment
• Approval of payroll warrants and accounts payable

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission will meet to receive updates on several ongoing projects, including the Lafountain/Dion Street scoping study following a May 6 City Council meeting, the Main Street Revitalization Project, and the Tree Committee. The commission will also consider appointments for Fiscal Year 2025 and hear from the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Lafountain/Dion Street Scoping Study Update following May 6 Council Meeting
• Main Street Revitalization Project Update
• Commissioner Appointments for Fiscal Year 2025
• Tree Committee Update
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission Update

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission is meeting to discuss the City of Winooski Economic Development Plan, focusing on downtown Winooski, with a Q&A session. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the City Council liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Discussion: Economic Development Plan - Downtown Winooski Q&A
• Public Comment
• Approve Previous Meeting Minutes
• City Council Liaison Update
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission Update

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of minutes, and liaison updates. The main discussion item is an overview of the Howard Center Community Outreach Program through the Winooski Police Department, which provides community-based support. No votes or decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion of Howard Center Community Outreach Program via Winooski Police Department
• Public comment period for non-agenda topics
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (April 9, 2024)
• Updates from City Council, City Staff, and Inclusion and Belonging Commission liaisons

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will review a draft report on proposed changes to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) related to Act 47 and continue discussions on inclusionary zoning and replacement regulations. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Review of Planning Commission Report on Draft ULUDR changes (Act 47)
• Continue discussion on Inclusionary Zoning and Replacement Regulations (Sections 5.16 and 5.17)

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board is meeting to review past work on historic, cultural, architectural, and archeological resources, including a map and a preservation bylaw report. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and city updates. This is a regular meeting with no major decisions listed.

• Review of Map 5 - HCAA Resources with List
• Review of VHB Winooski HRI and Preservation Bylaw Report
• Public comment on non-agenda topics
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulation for the Gateway Zoning District, and consider a reserve request for a fire truck down payment. They will also discuss recommendations from the Lafountain and Dion Streets scoping study. The consent agenda includes approvals of minutes, warrants, an audit contract, and several proclamations.

• Public hearing and vote on ULUDR amendments for Gateway Zoning District
• Reserve request for fire truck down payment
• Lafountain and Dion Streets scoping study presentation
• Fiscal Year 2024 audit contract award
• Approval of proclamations for AANHPI, Jewish American, Older Americans, and Mental Health Awareness Months

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider liquor license applications and renewals for three Main Street businesses. The board will vote on a consent agenda covering these items, which include renewals, a new outside consumption permit, and a sidewalk application.

• Pho Dang Vietnamese - 348 Main Street: restaurant application renewal
• Standing Stones Wines - 33 Main Street: new outside consumption permit and sidewalk application
• Sour Hall Foods dba Wicked Wings - 211 Main Street #1: conditional renewals for third and first class liquor licenses and outside consumption permit

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will review a draft Library Programming Policy and plan community listening sessions. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and updates from members and the library.

• Review of Draft Library Programming Policy
• Planning for Community Listening Sessions

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will continue its discussion on amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) related to statutory changes. The agenda includes review of five document versions covering specific use standards, definitions, form-based code updates, zoning districts, and general use regulations. Public comment is reserved for items not on the agenda, and the commission will also approve previous meeting minutes and receive city updates.

• Continue discussion on ULUDR amendments for statutory changes
• Review Article V - Specific Use Standards (v.1)
• Review Article IX - Definitions (v.2)
• Review Appendix B - Form Based Code - Act 47 Updates (v.1)
• Review Article II - Zoning Districts (v.8) and Article IV - General Use Regulations (v.2)

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission is meeting to discuss several housing-related items, including the Winooski Housing Authority Agency Plan, inclusionary zoning and replacement ordinance considerations, and updates to the Housing Trust Fund and its marketing plan. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Winooski Housing Authority Agency Plan 2030
• Discussion of inclusionary zoning and replacement ordinance
• Housing Trust Fund updates and marketing plan
• Approval of minutes from March 19 and February 27, 2024

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission is meeting to discuss the Equity Action Committee and a potential joint meeting with the Housing Commission. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from liaisons and ambassadors. No votes or binding decisions are listed.

• Discussion: Equity Action Committee and Community Meeting
• Discussion: Joint Meeting with Housing Commission
• City Council Liaison Updates
• City Staff Liaison Updates
• Ambassador Updates

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss and potentially approve several items, including the Chittenden Solid Waste District's FY 2024-2025 budget, a standard finance and maintenance agreement for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge, and updates to the Housing Trust Fund guidelines. They will also consider a new part-time recreation assistant position, an IT contract with Simpleroute LLC, and the 2024 Local Emergency Management Plan. The agenda includes many routine approvals and event permits.

• Discussion/Approval: Chittenden Solid Waste District FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Discussion/Approval: Burlington Winooski Bridge – VTrans Standard Finance and Maintenance Agreement
• Discussion/Approval: Updates to the Housing Trust Fund Guidelines
• Discussion/Approval: IT Contract Award & Reserve Request – Simpleroute LLC
• Discussion/Approval: 2024 Local Emergency Management Plan

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider liquor license renewals and new applications. The consent agenda includes renewals for Tiny Thai Restaurant and Hickok & River, LLC, plus new or conditional licenses for Mattarello Baked Goods, Regular Veterans Association, Specs, and Vermont Cocktail and Curry. All items are up for approval.

• Mattarello Baked Goods - new restaurant application at 25 Winooski Falls Way Suite 110
• Regular Veterans Association - conditional first and third class liquor licenses at 84 Weaver Street
• Specs - new sidewalk permit at 7 W. Canal Street
• Tiny Thai Restaurant - restaurant license renewal at 293 Main Street
• Vermont Cocktail and Curry - new conditional first and third class liquor licenses and restaurant license at 211 Main Street Ste. 3

Cannabis Control Commission

The Cannabis Control Board will discuss and potentially approve a Tier 2 Manufacturing License for Sedwin Sweets, LLC. This is the only substantive item on the agenda, with supporting documents including a coversheet and memorandum.

• Discussion/Approval: Tier 2 Manufacturing License – Sedwin Sweets, LLC

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission is meeting to discuss the city's Economic Development Strategic Plan, including guiding questions from a memorandum. The agenda also includes routine items like public comment, approval of previous minutes, and updates from the City Council liaison and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission.

• Discussion of Economic Development Strategic Plan (pages 12-18 of plan document)
• Review of Memorandum on Economic Development Strategic Plan Goal Guiding Questions
• Public comment period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (February 13, 2024)
• Updates from City Council Liaison and Inclusion & Belonging Commission

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission will review the Community Services Department Scholarship Procedure for potential edits. The commission will also discuss amending its charter to include the Inclusion and Belonging Commission Liaison as a voting member.

• Review and recommend edits to Community Services Department Scholarship Procedure
• Amend SHCP Commission Charter to include Inclusion and Belonging Commission Liaison as a voting member

Local Resources Advisory Board

The Local Resources Advisory Board is meeting remotely to elect officers, review its rules of procedure, and discuss Section 4.4 on local historic, cultural, architectural, and archeological resources. The agenda also includes public comment, city updates, and other business. This is a routine administrative and policy-review meeting.

• Election of officers
• Review of Rules of Procedure (v.1)
• Review of Section 4.4 – Local Historic, Cultural, Architectural, and Archeological Resources
• Public comment period
• City updates

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will continue its discussion on amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) related to statutory changes. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and city updates.

• Continue discussion on ULUDR amendments: Article II (Zoning Districts), Article IV (General Use Regulations, Sections 4.2, 4.3, 4.12), and Article V (Specific Use Standards)

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider conditional renewal of liquor, tobacco, and related permits for 16 local establishments. All renewals are recommended for conditional approval due to pending inspections, fees, or insurance certificates. The board's approval is a local step before state approval, which typically takes 2-3 weeks.

• Conditional renewal for Paquette Farm d/b/a Papa Franks at 13 West Center Street
• Conditional renewal for Our House Bistro LLC at 36 Main Street
• Conditional renewal for Champlain Mill Restaurant d/b/a Waterworks at 20 Winooski Falls Way
• Conditional renewal for Four Quarters Brewing at 70 Main Street & 150 West Canal Street
• Conditional renewals for multiple tobacco licenses at gas stations and stores

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including amendments to sidewalk permit regulations, changes to the Gateway zoning district, and a finance and maintenance agreement for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and position description changes, as well as a resolution recognizing Arab American Heritage Month.

• Public hearing and adoption of amendments to Chapter 5 (Sidewalk Permits)
• Introduction of amendments to ULUDR Gateway Zoning District (rezoning for O'Brien Community Center)
• Approval of Burlington-Winooski Bridge Standard Finance and Maintenance Agreement for Federal-Aid Projects
• Approval of Accounts Payable Main Street Revitalization Bond Sale
• Resolution recognizing April as Arab American Heritage Month

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board is holding a public hearing on a conditional use request for 165 East Spring Street, along with a zoning permit application. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and take public comment on non-agenda items.

• Public hearing on conditional use request for 165 East Spring Street
• Zoning permit application for 165 East Spring Street
• Approval of previous meeting minutes (January 18, 2024)

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Infrastructure Commission will discuss the FY25 public works projects and receive an update on a scoping study and traffic calming. The meeting also includes updates from city staff, the City Council liaison, and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission, plus a review of the FY24 work plan.

• Fiscal Year 2025 Public Works Projects
• Scoping Study Update and Traffic Calming Discussion
• Fiscal Year 2024 Commission Work Plan Review
• City Council Liaison Updates
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission Update

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission and Planning Commission are meeting jointly to discuss developer costs in relation to incentives for priority housing types, and to consider inclusionary zoning and replacement development regulations. The agenda includes review of specific documents on these topics, with public comment periods. This is a working session to inform potential regulatory changes.

• Discussion of developer costs in relation to incentives for priority housing types
• Review of Article V - Incentives, IZ, and Replacement - v.1 - 03.19.2024.pdf
• Consideration of inclusionary zoning and replacement development regulations
• Review of Development Regulations Considerations- HC Recommendations.pdf
• Public comment on topics not on the agenda

Planning Commission

The Housing Initiative Director provided data regarding the construction costs of structured parking and the financial impact of including three-bedroom units in new developments. The memorandum details how larger units may result in lower rental income per square foot compared to smaller units.

• Structured parking average cost estimated at $35,191 per space
• Analysis of 3-bedroom unit annual revenue loss vs two 1-bedroom units
• Proposed incentive for 3-bedroom affordable housing ranging from $7,776 to $27,552 annually
• Section 5.14 incentives for Planned Unit Developments including density and lot coverage increases

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to consider renewing liquor and tobacco-related licenses for two local businesses: A & A Asian Market and Fusion Café. The board will also discuss authorizing the City Clerk to approve any permits received before April 1, 2024, with ratification to occur at the next meeting.

• Renewal of tobacco substitute endorsement for A & A Asian Market at 12 Malletts Bay Ave
• Renewal of first and third class liquor licenses for Fusion Café at 211 Main Street
• Renewal of restaurant application for Fusion Café
• Discussion to authorize City Clerk to approve permits received before April 1, 2024
• Permit approvals conditioned on no staff concerns and City Manager's approval

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve two resolutions: one declaring Transgender Day of Visibility and another authorizing the sale of interim financing bonds for the Main Street Revitalization Project. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and accounts payable, plus public comment and reports.

• Resolution for Transgender Day of Visibility
• Resolution to sell interim financing bonds for Main Street Revitalization Project
• Approval of City Council and Liquor Control Board minutes from March 11, 2024
• Approval of accounts payable as of March 13, 2024

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed zoning map and text amendments for two properties. They will also continue discussions on multiple articles of the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) related to statutory changes. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on ULUDR amendments for 32 Malletts Bay Avenue and 21 Hickok Street
• Continued discussion on ULUDR Article II (Zoning Districts), Article III (Downtown Core District Regulations), Article IV (General Use Regulations), and Article V (Specific Use Standards)
• Approval of minutes from February 8 and February 22 meetings

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

This Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission meeting was canceled because not enough members attended to form a quorum. No business was conducted. The agenda had included reviewing a scholarship policy and amending the commission charter, but these items were not discussed.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Review of Community Services Department Scholarship Policy was on the agenda
• Proposed charter amendment to add Inclusion and Belonging Commission Liaison as voting member was on the agenda

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board will discuss and vote on renewals of liquor, tobacco, and entertainment licenses for several local businesses, including Last Stop Sports Bar, Lara Trading LLC, Beverage Warehouse, and Asian Bistro. They will also consider sidewalk permits for Gumshoe d/b/a Sneakers and Monkey Hospitality. All items are routine renewals and permits.

• Last Stop Sports Bar (12 Malletts Bay Ave): First and Third Class Liquor License, Entertainment Permit, Restaurant Application renewals
• Lara Trading LLC (357 Main St): Second Class Liquor, Tobacco, and Tobacco Substitute Endorsement renewals
• Beverage Warehouse (1 East St): Second Class Liquor and Tobacco License renewals
• Gumshoe d/b/a Sneakers (28 Main St): Sidewalk permit
• Monkey Hospitality (30 Main St): Sidewalk permit

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including the Fiscal Year 2023 audit report, a revised design for the Winooski Falls East project, and appointments to the Local Resources Advisory Board. The agenda also includes multiple governance items such as adopting a meeting schedule, a conflict of interest policy, and a declaration of inclusion. Public comment is available for items not on the consent agenda.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Report
• Discussion/Approval of Winooski Falls East (WFE) Revised Design
• Discussion/Approval of Local Resources Advisory Board Appointments
• Discussion/Approval of Conflict of Interest Policy
• Discussion/Approval of Resolution Recognizing March as Francophonie Month

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

This meeting was canceled. The agenda included routine items such as approving previous minutes, public comment, committee and library updates, reviewing a draft library programming policy, and planning community listening sessions.

• Meeting canceled
• Review of Draft Library Programming Policy
• Planning for Community Listening Sessions

City Council

This is a notice of quorum for a Fiscal Year 2025 budget informational event. No action or testimony will occur; it is procedural only, meeting Vermont Open Meeting Law requirements.

• FY2025 budget informational event
• No action or testimony scheduled

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission is meeting to discuss updated landlord survey data, Housing Trust Fund updates, and replacement regulations and inclusionary zoning. The agenda also includes routine items like approving previous meeting minutes and receiving liaison updates.

• Discussion of updated Fiscal Year 2024 Landlord Survey data
• Discussion of Housing Trust Fund updates
• Discussion of replacement regulations and inclusionary zoning, with a memorandum on considerations

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will continue discussing amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) related to statutory changes. The discussion covers proposed revisions to Article II (Zoning Districts), Article III (Downtown Core District Regulations), and Article IV (General Use Regulations, Sections 4.3 and 4.12). The meeting also includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and city updates.

• Continue discussion on ULUDR amendments for statutory changes
• Review Article II - Zoning Districts (v.5 - 02.22.2024)
• Review Article III - Downtown Core District Regulations (v.3 - 02.22.2024)
• Review Article IV - General Use Regulations, Sections 4.3 and 4.12 (v.2 - 02.22.2024)
• Approve previous meeting minutes from February 8, 2024

Cannabis Control Commission

The Cannabis Control Commission will discuss and possibly vote on renewing a retail cannabis license for Winooski Organics. The meeting includes a review of the license application and a memorandum from the Planning and Zoning Manager.

• Discussion and possible approval of Winooski Organics retail cannabis license renewal
• Review of Cannabis License Application dated January 16, 2024
• Presentation of memorandum by Planning and Zoning Manager Eric Vorwald

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold public hearings and vote on amendments to the housing code to regulate short-term rentals, and on amendments to the fee schedule. The council will also consider adopting the FY2025 budgets and capital plans for water, wastewater, parking, and community programs, along with new water and wastewater rates. Other items include a walk-bike master plan, sidewalk business license changes, a development services agreement with Champlain Housing Trust, and an executive session on the city manager's contract.

• Public hearing and vote on draft amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 17 (Housing) to address short-term rentals
• Public hearing and vote on amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 28 (Fees)
• Adoption of Fiscal Year 2025 Fund Budgets and Capital Plans (Water, Wastewater, Parking, Community Services, Community Development)
• Resolutions setting FY2025 wastewater and water rates
• Discussion/approval of Winooski Walk-Bike Master Plan and draft changes to Chapter 5 (Business Licenses) for sidewalk use

City Council

A quorum of City Councilors may be present at an informational event regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. No official action or public testimony will occur during this meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2025 budget informational event

City Council

This is a notice that a quorum of the Winooski City Council may attend a Fiscal Year 2025 budget informational event at the Winooski Winter Farmers Market. No action or testimony will occur, and the notice satisfies Vermont Open Meeting Law. The agenda is purely procedural.

• Fiscal Year 2025 budget informational event
• Quorum of City Councilors may attend
• No action or testimony will occur

Inclusion and Belonging Commission

The Inclusion and Belonging Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss voting access options. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and updates from the City Council liaison, staff liaison, and ambassadors.

• Discussion of voting access options
• Public comment period for topics not on the agenda
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2023 meeting
• Updates from City Council and staff liaisons
• Ambassador updates

Finance Commission

The Winooski Finance Commission will meet to discuss budget handouts for homeowners and renters. The commission will also elect a new Vice Chair and Secretary.

• Election of Vice Chair
• Election of Secretary
• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Presentation
• Review of Budget Handouts for Homeowners and Renters

Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission

The Safe, Healthy, Connected People Commission is holding a regular meeting. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous meeting minutes, and an introduction of the new police chief, Justin Huizenga. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Introduction of new Police Chief Justin Huizenga
• Public comment period for non-agenda topics
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from December 12, 2023

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting to discuss a rezoning request for the O'Brien Community Center and continue work on Unified Land Use Development Regulations (ULUDR) amendments related to statutory changes. The meeting includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and city updates.

• Discussion on rezoning request for O'Brien Community Center
• Continued discussion on ULUDR amendments: Article II (Zoning Districts), Article III (Downtown Core District Regulations), and Article IV (General Use Regulations, Sections 4.3 and 4.12)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations, review the FY23 audit report, and consider draft amendments to municipal code on short-term rentals. They will also discuss updating municipal fees and enter executive session for a city manager review.

• Public hearing and discussion on amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (multiple sections, including historic/cultural resources)
• Discussion/approval of FY2023 audit report
• Discussion/approval of draft amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 17 on short-term rentals
• Discussion of updates to Municipal Code Chapter 28 fees
• Approval of Main Street Revitalization Project USDA loan extension

City Council

A quorum of City Councilors may be present at an informational event regarding the Fiscal Year 2025 budget. No official action or public testimony will occur during this meeting.

• Fiscal Year 2025 budget information event

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will meet to give final approval to a draft Intellectual Freedom Policy and review updates to Vermont library statutes and standards. The meeting also includes public comment, committee updates, and approval of previous minutes.

• Final approval of draft Intellectual Freedom Policy
• Review of updates to Vermont Statutes and Standards Related to Libraries
• Public comment period

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will meet to consider multiple zoning map amendment requests, including rezoning 188 West Canal Street and a request for Malletts Bay Avenue with dimensional standards. They will also continue discussing amendments to the Unified Land Use and Development Regulations related to statutory changes. The agenda includes public comment, approval of previous minutes, and city updates.

• Rezoning request for 188 West Canal Street
• Rezoning request for Malletts Bay Avenue and dimensional standards
• Discussion on Unified Land Use and Development Regulations amendments (Article II - Zoning Districts)
• Analysis of Residential Zoning Dimensional Standards (12.14.2023)

Board of Civil Authority / Board of Abatement

The Winooski Board of Civil Authority is meeting to discuss the upcoming Annual Town Meeting on March 5, 2024, including election and ballot overviews, all-resident voting, and presidential primary information. They will also review election training opportunities, candidate consent process and timeline, other upcoming elections, and approve poll workers. The agenda includes routine items like public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Discussion of Annual Town Meeting on March 5, 2024
• Election overview, ballot overview, all-resident voting, presidential primary info
• Election training opportunities in September and October
• Consent of candidate process and timeline
• Discussion/approval of poll workers

Housing Commission

The Winooski Housing Commission is meeting to discuss and potentially approve changes to the Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines, review landlord survey data, and discuss replacement regulations and inclusionary zoning. The agenda also includes routine updates and public comment.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2024 Landlord Survey data
• Discussion and potential approval of changes to Housing Trust Fund Policy Guidelines
• Discussion of replacement regulations and inclusionary zoning
• Public comment period
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve conditional renewals of liquor and restaurant licenses for Capeesh Inc. at 348 Main Street. The agenda contains only this one regular item, so the meeting is focused solely on this decision.

• First Class Liquor License Renewal (conditional) for Capeesh Inc.
• Third Class Liquor License Renewal (conditional) for Capeesh Inc.
• Restaurant Application Renewal (conditional) for Capeesh Inc.

City Council

The Winooski City Council will discuss and potentially approve the Fiscal Year 2025 General Fund Budget and Capital Plan to present to voters, following a public hearing on the proposed budget. They will also consider bond resolutions for the Burlington-Winooski Bridge project and reallocation of unexpended Hickok Street bond funds, both slated for a March 5, 2024 bond vote. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, accounts payable, and council reports.

• Discussion/Approval: FY25 General Fund Budget and Capital Plan to present to voters
• Public Hearing on proposed FY25 Budget and Capital Plan across all funds
• Discussion/Approval: Burlington-Winooski Bridge Bond Resolution & Warning for March 5, 2024 vote
• Discussion/Approval: Reallocation of unexpended Hickok Street Bond Funds Resolution & Warning
• Discussion/Approval: Town Meeting Day Election Warning for 101st Annual Meeting

Development Review Board

The Development Review Board is holding a public hearing on the final planned unit development (PUD) application for 205 West Allen Street. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and take public comment on non-agenda topics.

• Public hearing on final PUD for 205 West Allen Street
• Zoning permit application for 205 West Allen Street
• Review of PUD standards (Section 6.3) and final plan information (Section 6.2 H)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes from 10/19/2023 and 12/06/2023

Municipal Infrastructure Commission

The Municipal Infrastructure Commission is meeting to review the Lafountain-Dion Street scoping study, along with updates from liaisons and the Inclusion & Belonging Commission. Public comment is included for each agenda item.

• Review of Lafountain-Dion Street scoping study
• Approve minutes from December 21, 2023 meeting
• City Council liaison updates
• City staff liaison updates
• Inclusion & Belonging Commission update

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to discuss the Fiscal Year 2025 budget, including presentations from the Public Works department and the Mayor, as well as an update on municipal infrastructure goals. They will also hear a presentation from the Winooski Valley Park District and consider authorizing a Local Resources Advisory Board. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and warrants.

• Discussion of FY25 budget with Public Works presentation
• Mayor's memorandum on FY25 budget discussion
• Strategic Vision Goal Area update on Municipal Infrastructure
• Winooski Valley Park District presentation
• Discussion/approval of Local Resources Advisory Board authorization

Planning Commission

The Winooski Planning Commission will continue its discussion on amendments to the Unified Land Use Development Regulations related to statutory changes. The agenda includes review of zoning district changes and an analysis of residential zoning dimensional standards. Public comment is invited on items not on the agenda.

• Continue discussion on Unified Land Use Development Regulations Amendments Related to Statutory Changes
• Review of Article II - Zoning Districts (v.2 - 01.11.2024)
• Analysis of Residential Zoning Dimensional Standards (12.14.2023)

City Council

The Winooski City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda items, and several discussions. Key topics include the FY2025 Community Services budget, a presentation from the Winooski Valley Park District, updates on strategic vision goals for safe/healthy people and housing, and proposed amendments to land use regulations regarding housing. The council will also discuss housing replacement options.

• Approval of Main Street Revitalization Project Step 3 loan applications for drinking water and clean water
• Discussion of FY2025 Community Services budget presentation
• Discussion of Winooski Valley Park District presentation
• Discussion of amendments to Unified Land Use and Development Regulations (ULUDR) sections 4.4 et al. for HCAA protections
• Discussion/approval of housing replacement options

City Council

This is a notice of quorum, not a regular meeting. City Councilors may attend the Winooski Winter Farmers Market for community outreach, but no official action or testimony will occur. The notice satisfies Vermont Open Meeting Law requirements.

• Community outreach at Winooski Winter Farmers Market
• Location: O'Brien Community Center
• No action or testimony scheduled

Winooski Memorial Library Committee

The Winooski Memorial Library Committee will hold a final review of the draft Intellectual Freedom Policy and discuss a library mascot. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, public comment, and updates from members and the library.

• Final review of Draft Intellectual Freedom Policy
• Library mascot discussion
• Approval of December 7, 2023 meeting minutes

Liquor Control Board

The Winooski Liquor Control Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve liquor license renewals for two existing Main Street establishments and a new restaurant application. All items are conditional, meaning approval is subject to conditions. The meeting is a regular administrative review of alcohol licenses.

• Gumshoe dba Sneakers - 26 Main Street: conditional renewal of First Class, Third Class, Restaurant, and Outside Consumption permits
• Monkey Hospitality LLC - 30 Main Street: conditional renewal of First Class, Third Class, Restaurant, and Outside Consumption permits
• Standing Stone Wines LLC - 33 Main Street: new conditional Restaurant Application and First Class Liquor License

City Council

The Winooski City Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve several items, including the Fiscal Year 2025 budget presentations for public safety departments, a proposal to rescind a loan approval and approve a prepayment arrangement with Downtown Winooski, and the city manager review process. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes, accounts payable, and payroll warrants.

• Discussion: FY25 Public Safety Budget Presentations (Fire, Police)
• Discussion/Approval: Rescind Loan Approval to and Approve Prepayment Arrangement with Downtown Winooski
• Discussion/Approval: City Manager Review Process
• Approval: Accounts Payable December 28, 2023
• Approval: Payroll Warrants November 26 - December 23, 2023