Saturday July 12, 2025
Welcome to Ward 5!
Home to over 480 residences and 1,100 voters, Ward 5 is a vibrant community nestled within our beautiful city. As your City Councilor, I am honored to serve you and represent our interests on the council.
With 21 roads winding through our neighborhood, each one tells a story of the families and individuals who call Ward 5 their home. Whether you’re a longtime resident or new to our community, we extend a warm welcome to you.
Your input and concerns matter greatly to us. Whether you have questions, need assistance, or simply want to connect, please don’t hesitate to reach out. As your City Councilor, I am here to listen, advocate, and work towards making Ward 5 an even better place for all.
Thank you for being a vital part of Ward 5. Together, let’s continue to build a strong and thriving community we can all be proud of.
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Our Ward
Where’s Ward 5?
Our home ward is bordered by South Main, Lincoln, Fairfield, and the town border. The streets included in our ward are listed below.
Barlow Street
Entire Street
Beverly Court
Addresses 3-36
Burnell Terrace
Entire Street
Calo Court
Entire Street
Diamond Street
East of Lincoln
Ewell Court
Entire Street
Fairfield Street
Even Addresses, 56-150
Fairfax Street
Addresses 1 & 2
Ferris Street
East of Lincoln
Freeborn Street
Address 4
Hodges Court
Entire Street
Lincoln Avenue
Odd Addresses, 55 & Higher
Even Addresses,130 & Higher
Orchard Street
Addresses 1 & 2
Parsons Avenue
Addresses 1, 2, & 3
Quintin Court
Entire Street
Ranimer Place
Entire Street
Rugg Street
Entire Street
South Main St.
Odd Addresses, 123-295
Thorpe Avenue
Entire Street
Upper Gilman St.
Entire Street
Upper Welden St.
35 & Higher

City Council
Mayor
Tim Smith
Ward 1
Tim Hawkins
Ward 2
Newell Decker
Ward 3
Marie Bessette
Ward 4
Trudy Cioffi
Ward 5
Erik Johnson
Ward 6
Chad Boudreau
When does City Council Meet? Where can I find the agenda & minutes? Can I attend a city council meeting? All these questions and more can be answered on the St. Albans City Council website page.

Connect with Neighbors
The Ward 5 Facebook page is your go-to hub for community news, event updates, and neighborhood discussions. Engage with fellow residents, share your thoughts, and stay informed about what’s happening in our local area.
Nextdoor is a private social network where Ward 5 neighbors connect to exchange information, recommend local services, and discuss neighborhood concerns. It’s a great way to stay in the loop and collaborate on community initiatives.
Ward 5 Representatives

Robert Norris
State Senator
(802) 868-2300

Randy Brock
State Senator
(802) 868-2300

Peter Welch
US Representative
(202) 224-4242

Erik Johnson
City Councilor
802-393-8160

Casey Toof
State Representative
(802) 828-2228

Bernie Sanders
US Senator
(202) 224-5141

Becca Balint
US Representative
(202) 225-4115
Ward 5 City Council Alderperson

Erik Johnson
Hello, neighbors of Ferris Street! I’m Erik, your friendly representative for Ward 5 on the City Council. Whether you have a concern that needs addressing, want to delve deeper into local issues, or simply fancy a chat, I’m just a phone call, email, or web form away! Let’s connect and make our community even better together.
Contact Erik
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TBD | 11 AM – 3 PM | Barlow St. School
We are in the early planning phases of the Ward 5 Winter Block Party for February. If you’re interested in helping, please reach out to Erik Johnson, Ward 5 Alderman.
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