Annual Meeting & Budget Overview
The City and EWSD Annual election is Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 7 am to 7 pm at the Champlain Valley Exposition in the Blue Ribbon Pavilion, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction.
The budget preparation cycle kicked off in September when the Finance Department and City Manager began working closely with Department Heads to develop their respective budgets. The culmination of this effort took place on December 3, 2024, during the City Council’s annual Budget Day, where the proposed FY 26 General Fund and Enterprise Fund budgets were presented to the Council. The City Manager and Department Heads outlined key elements of the budgets during the meeting.
Community Meal & Budget Discussion
A highlight of the engagement efforts will be the Community Meal and Budget Discussion event, set for Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Champlain Valley Expo Blue Ribbon Pavilion. Starting at 11:30 AM, this community event provides residents the opportunity to interact with City Departments, Committees, and associated Organizations, learn about and ask any questions on the proposed FY 26 General Fund budget, enjoy a gathering with your neighbors, and have a delicious free meal. While reservations are requested for the meal, they are not mandatory. To RSVP use the form below or contact Communications & Strategic Initiatives Director Ashley Snellenberger at asnellenberger@essexjunction.org or 802-878-6944 ext. 1601.