City Council - Regular Meeting

Monday, January 26, 2026

The City Council approved a final budget with a 7.92% tax rate increase, a decrease from the initially proposed 8.01%. Key decisions included maintaining the proposed increase for council and mayoral stipends, removing funding for the VERS program, and increasing the translation budget slightly. The council also approved bond resolutions for City Hall and Police Department renovations, East Spring Street sidewalk improvements, and Cascades Garage elevator repairs.

About this meeting

Government Body
City Council
Meeting Type
City Council
Location
Essex Junction, VT
Meeting Date
January 26, 2026

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