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Government in Bennington. The Village of Old Bennington represents the original center of Bennington. Samuel Robinson and a band of religious separatists from Connecticut and Massachusetts founded it in 1761. During the past 256 years the focus of industrial, commercial and residential development has shifted to the valley below and Old Bennington has become a small, incorporated Village within the Town of Bennington. Its character has become a historical single family residential community.

Location

Old Bennington is situated on a height of land approximately one-half mile west of the center of the Town of Bennington, which lies in the Walloomsac River valley below. Looming over the Village to the southwest is Mount Anthony. A ridge called Monument Hill elevates the northern third of the Village, but along the eastern edge of the Village the land falls sharply away in a steep slope toward the river below. The remainder of the Village is fairly level. Many large, well-spaced houses are surrounded with lawns and gardens. We still enjoy the luxury of some open land with beautiful vistas.

Latest News

12/2/2022

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

First Church Barn, Monument Circle

December 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM

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Call to Order
Introduction of Zoom Administrator
Approve Minutes November 1, 2022 Meeting
Citizen Comments not related to agenda items
Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Planning Commission Nancy Coseo- Including Trustees vote on bylaw regarding temporary fencing

b. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

c. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

d. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

e. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery – including Update from Bennington PD

f. Treasurer – Kathy Wagenknecht

6. Warrants

7. Other Old Business

8. Other New Business.

a. Purchase of equipment for Zoom

9. Adjourn.

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11.23.22

An application from Bill and Kathleen Kaiser, 67 Monument Ave, for demolition and removal of the “Summer Kitchen” and decks/porches/fire escapes has been administratively approved. Work is expected to begin around 12/12/22. See Planning and Zoning Boards for more information.

11.14.22

An application from Renny Ponvert, 11 Monument Ave, to change the color of garage has been approved by the Planning Commission. See Planning and Zoning for more details.

11.8.2022:

The Planning Commission is addressing procedure associated with an interim bylaw (Fencing). Public comment is invited at the 11/14/22 meeting or email Nancy Coseo (Presiding Chair) at nacoseo@gmail.com.

Fencing

Addendum to Section 97 T – Fences and Walls

A temporary fence may be erected on an owner’s property under the following conditions:

1. The property is at high risk for trespassing and vandalism.

2. Demolition, renovation, or new construction presents a safety issue for pedestrians on public sidewalks.

3. The fence is removed after no more than a 6 month period, unless renewed by the Planning Commission.

4. The fence material, dimensions and height are approved by the Planning Commission.

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Planning Commission

First Church Barn

November 14th, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Call to Order – Nancy Coseo
Public comments not related to agenda
Approve 10/10/22 Minutes.
Four Chimneys presentation re: proposed expansion (new structure) by owners Marc Baetens and Kate Goble
Walloomsac Inn update – Nancy Coseo
Public comments on Interim bylaw re: temporary safety fence
Ponvert application re: garage color change
Adjourn

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Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

First Church Barn, Monument Circle

November 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Zoom Instructions Below

1. Call to Order

2. Approve Minutes September 6, 2022 Meeting

3. Guest Speaker – Chief Paul Doucette, Bennington Police Department

4. Citizen Comments not related to agenda items

5. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Planning Commission Nancy Coseo

b. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

c. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

d. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

e. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery

f. Treasurer – Kathy Wagenknecht

6. Warrants

7. Other Old Business

8. Other New Business.

12. Adjourn.

The Trustees of Old Bennington are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

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Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Planning Commission

First Church Barn

October 10th, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Call to Order – Nancy Coseo
Public comments not related to agenda
Approve 9/12/22 Minutes.
Administrative Officer update
Four Chimneys update
Walloomsac Inn update
Ponvert application
Adjourn

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

First Church Barn, Monument Circle

October 4, 2022 at 7:00 PM

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1. Call to Order—Anne Slattery

2. Approve Minutes September 6, 2022 Meeting

3. Guest Speaker – James Thatch, Bennington 250th

4. Citizen Comments not related to agenda items

5. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Planning Commission Nancy Coseo

b. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

c. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

d. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

e. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery

f. Treasurer 6. Warrants

7. Other Old Business

8. Other New Business.

9. Adjourn.

On 9/20/22, the Trustees approved an interim Bylaw for Temporary Fencing

Addendum to Section 97 T – Fences and Walls

A temporary fence may be erected on an owner’s property under the following conditions:

1. The property is at high risk for trespassing and vandalism.

2. Demolition, renovation, or new construction presents a safety issue for pedestrians on public sidewalks.

3. The fence is removed after no more than a 6 month period, unless renewed by the Planning Commission.

4. The fence material, dimensions and height are approved by the Planning Commission.

On 9/13/22, an application from Carl Feltz for a deck was approved by the Planning Commission, after review and approval by the Zoning Board.

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting First Church Barn, Monument Circle September 6, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Zoom Instructions Below

1. Call to Order—Ed Woods

2. Approve Minutes August 2, 2022 Meeting

3. Guest Speaker – Jonah Spivak, Town of Bennington

4. Citizen Comments not related to agenda items

5. Walloomsac Inn update – Jim Warren

6. Fidium Installation update – Jim Warren

7. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Planning Commission Nancy Coseo

b. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

c. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

d. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

e. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery

f. Treasurer

8. Warrants

9. Other Old Business

10. Other New Business.

12. Adjourn.

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WARNING—PUBLIC NOTICE
VILLAGE OF OLD BENNINGTON

PUBLIC HEARINGS

The Village of Old Bennington Planning Commission will meet on 9/12/22 at 7:00 PM at the Old First Church Barn. The purpose of this hearing is to review and determine whether a zoning application submitted by Carl Feltz, 55 Monument Ave, can be permitted.

For questions or to provide written comments on the application, please email Nancy Coseo at nacoseo@gmail.com.

The Village of Old Bennington Zoning Board of Adjustment will meet on 9/13/22 at 7:00 PM at the Old First Church Barn. The purpose of this hearing is to review the Carl Feltz zoning application and determine whether to grant a variance from the lot coverage standard and setback requirements contained in the Old Bennington Zoning Bylaws. For questions or to provide written comments on this matter, please email David Silver at DSilver@barrsternberg.com.

NOTE: Should the Planning Commission fail to permit the Feltz application on 9/12/22, the Zoning Board hearing will be cancelled on 9/13/22.

PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA

1). Call meeting to Order.

2). Introduce new Planning Commissioners.

3). Current Roles and Responsibilities

4). Zoning Administrator Update

5). Other Business

6). Review of Application: Carl Feltz, 55 Monument Ave. has applied for a permit for a deck and replacement of bay window with 6’-0” Anderson French Wood sliding glass door. See oldbennington.org, Planning-Zoning Boards for more details.

7). Adjourn.

ZONING BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT AGENDA

1). Call Meeting to Order.

2). Review of Carl Feltz request for a variance from the lot coverage and setback standard arising from the additional square footage proposed for the deck if a variance is required by the Planning Commission, and to determine whether a variance will be granted.

3). Adjourn.

These hearings are warned in accordance with Section 4464 of the Vermont Planning and Development Act (24 V.S.A. Chapter 117). Please be advised that participation in these proceedings is a prerequisite to the right to take any subsequent appeal.

Dated at Old Bennington, Vermont, this 24th of August, 2022
Nancy Coseo

Acting Administrative Officer

802-681-3506

Notice of Meeting

Old Bennington Planning Commission

Tuesday, August 9, 2022, 5:30pm

Old First Church Barn, Monument Circle

Agenda:

1. Call to Order

2. Introduction

3. Discussion/Appointment of Presiding Officer

4. Discussion regarding Zoning Administrator

5. Old Business

6. New Business

7. Adjourn

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

August 2, 2022 at 7pm

1. Call to Order—Jim Warren

2. Approve Minutes of July 5, 2022 Meeting

3. Citizen Comments not related to agenda items

4. Appointment of 2 new Planning Commission Members

5. Zoning Board open seats: (Participation from homeowners encouraged)

a. 1 seat to finish open 2 year term 2021-2023

b. 1 seat to finish open 3 year term 2020-2023

6. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

b. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

c. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

d. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery

e. Treasurer

7. Warrants

8. Other Old Business

9. Other New Business.

12. Adjourn.

7/24/2022 An application from Carl Feltz, 55 Monument Avenue, to replace two windows on the back of his house was approved administratively. See planning & zoning boards for more details

6/30/22 An application from Renny & Hillary Ponvert, 11 Monument Avenue, to add retractable canvas awnings over rear side and back kitchen windows, was approved administratively. See planning & zoning boards for more details.

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

First Church Barn, Monument Circle

July 5, 2022 at 7:00 PM

1. Call to Order

2. Approve Minutes of June 7, 2022 Meeting

3. Citizen Comments not related to agenda items

4. Walloomsac Inn update – Jim Warren

5. Contract with Bennington Police Department

6. Discussion of Old Bennington roads being maintained by Town of Bennington

7. Planning Commission open seats: (Participation from homeowners encouraged ) a. 2 seats with each carrying 4 year term 2022-2026

8. Zoning Board open seats: (Participation from homeowners encouraged)

a. 1 seat to finish open 2 year term 2021-2023

b. 1 seat to finish open 3 year term 2020-2023

9. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Road Commissioner Jim Warren

b. Tree Commissioner Steven Anisman

c. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner Susan Wright

d. Police Commissioner Anne Slattery

e. Treasurer Kathy Wagenknecht

10. Warrants – Kathy Wagenknecht

11. Other Old Business 12. Other New Business.

12. Adjourn.

6/22/22 An application from John K. Runnette, 110 Monument Avenue, to remove five skylights on South side of house and remove 3 skylights on North side of house has been approved administratively. See planning & zoning boards for more details.

Agenda

Village of Old Bennington Trustees Meeting

First Church Barn, Monument Circle

June 7, 2023 at 7:00 PM

1. Call to Order

2. Executive Session – Personnel Matters

Return to Open Meeting

3. Approve Minutes of May 3, 2022 Meeting

4. Appoint Chairman/Presiding Officer

5. Citizen Comments

6. Walloomsac Inn Discussion

7. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Road Commissioner.

b. Tree Commissioner.

c. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner.

d. Police Commissioner.

e. Treasurer.

8. Warrants

9. Old Business

10. New Business.

11. Adjourn.

5/23/22 An application from John K. Runnette, 110 Monument Avenue, to remove an existing patio from the West side of the house and install a 16.5 x 45.5 foot patio on the South side of house has been approved administratively. See planning & zoning boards for more details

Village of Old Bennington

Trustees Special Meeting Agenda

May 17, 2022 Meeting will be held via Zoom at 7:00 PM.

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1. Opening

2. A discussion and vote upon The Bennington Museum’s proposed Stopping Stones Monument

3. Public comment

4. Adjournment.

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Village of Old Bennington

Trustees Meeting Agenda

May 3, 2022 at 7:00 PM at the First Church Barn, Monument Cir.

1. Call to Order

2. Approval of Minutes, April 5, 2022 Trustees’ Meeting

3. Presentation and Discussion with Jason Dolmetsch of MSK re: planning for 2023 Village Road work.

4. Zoom Account for the Village of Old Bennington update

5. Citizen Comments

6. Reports of Commissioners and Officers

a. Road Commissioner.

b. Tree Commissioner.

c. Parks and Sidewalks Commissioner.

d. Police Commissioner.

e. Treasurer.

8. Warrants

9.Annual Meeting/ Election Planning /Nominations and vacancies

10. Old Business

11. New Business.

12. Adjourn.

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