Wardly News ⇢ November ’25 Newsletter
Saint Albans City – No. 4198 • Nov 3, 2025
Erik Johnson • Ward 5 Alderperson, City Council, St. Albans
Posted to: Saint Albans City
WARDLY NEWS
November 2025 🍂
Fall weather is upon us—cooler nights and now cooler days. Neighbors, don’t forget to check your exhaust vents to make sure they’re clear. It’s always good to walk around and check those radiators and baseboard heaters too. Let’s have a safe and festive November. Check out the list below for upcoming events, and be sure to visit the city website and city Facebook page for more exciting opportunities to get out and celebrate!
Outdoor public works and utility projects are wrapping up, and as many of you know, grass growth has almost come to a complete pause. If you see project areas that still need repair after this season’s utility projects, please be patient. If they’re not fixed by spring, please reach out directly to the utility provider responsible for the work.
📢 CITY NEWS 📢
The weather may feel like it’s time to move indoors, but city staff and council are still hard at work. We’ve once again entered budget season—the time of year when the city presents a budget to be voted on in March. Once approved by voters, this budget is set and can’t go up or down without voter approval. If you’re curious about the budget, how budgeting is done, or how to vote, please reach out to your City Councilor.
CLOSED FOR VETERAN’S DAY
City hall will be closed on November 11 in observance of Veteran’s Day.
JOIN A BOARD #GetInvolved
Effective City Councils rely on commissions and advisory groups. Boards deliver tremendous value through volunteer service—community members contributing their time and expertise with minimal cost to taxpayers. Find information at https://stalbansvt.com/boards and current openings at https://stalbansvt.com/index.asp?SEC=B3C46B2E-6B0B-40D0-8F53-88D776D64DD0
⭐ UPCOMING EVENTS ⭐
Check out some upcoming events in our great city.
– Line Dance America – Nov. 7, 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
St. Albans City Hall, $15
– Thanksgiving Community Game Day – Nov. 8, 10 am – 6 pm
St. Pauls United Methodist Church
– Christmas Free for All – Nov. 14, 9 am – 2 pm
VFW Post 758, Indoor Yard Sales
– Hallmark in the Park – Nov. 29, 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Taylor Park, Free to All Ages
– Festival of Trees – Nov. 29 – Dec. 31
More Info: https://www.vtfestivaloftrees.com/
– Gala En Blanc – Dec. 5, 6 pm – 11 pm
St. Albans City Hall, $40 per Ticket or $70 per Couple, Benefits Multiple Local Charities
I highlight events that are public, hosted by non-profits or city departments, and free from political or religious biases.
🏛 CITY BOARD HIGHLIGHT: Belonging, Equity & Inclusion Committee 🏛
The Belonging, Equity & Inclusion (BEI) Committee works to build a stronger sense of belonging in St. Albans by listening to historically marginalized voices and helping the City ensure its services and programs are fair and inclusive.
Join a Board: https://stalbansvt.com/index.asp?SEC=B3C46B2E-6B0B-40D0-8F53-88D776D64DD0
✅ GET INVOLVED ✅
Questions or suggestions? Reach me at erik@ward5vt.com. I’m here to listen!
Note: This newsletter is shared by me as a neighbor, city councilor, and engaged community member. It is not an official release from the City Council and doesn’t necessarily represent the Council’s official positions.