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Woodstock Officials Outline Process for Adding Items to Board Meeting Agendas. As public participation increases at meetings in Woodstock, some residents have questioned the procedure for getting issues placed on Selectboard and Board of Village Trustees agendas. Local officials clarified that agenda decisions are generally made by board leadership in advance of meetings. Concerns remain among some community members about whether their requests are considered. The Standard reviewed how the process works and the steps residents can take when seeking board attention. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Apr 15) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT

Woodstock Police Approved for New Body and Car Cameras in Equipment Upgrade. The Woodstock Village Board of Trustees has authorized a $73,000 contract with Axon Enterprise to supply the police department with updated body and car cameras. Interim Chief Chris O’Keeffe stated the replacement is necessary due to the aging, unserviceable condition of current devices. The agreement includes cloud storage, a replacement policy, and 24/7 support. Costs will be offset by a $15,000 grant from The Dorothy Byrne Foundation, with the contract spanning five years. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Apr 15) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT

Pomfret Selectboard Chair Benjamin Brickner Announces Windsor Senate Campaign. Benjamin Brickner, who leads the Pomfret Selectboard, has officially joined the race for the Windsor District seat in the Vermont State Senate. The seat will be open following the upcoming retirement of State Senator Alison Clarkson of Woodstock. Brickner is now the third Democratic candidate for this position, joining Elizabeth Burrows and Heather Chase ahead of the August primary. Brickner launched his campaign at Pomfret Town Hall, outlining his priorities and receiving support from local community members. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Apr 15) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT Chester, VT

Richard Earl Atwood, Longtime Woodstock Resident, Dies at 85. Richard Earl Atwood, known as Dick, died on April 12, 2026, at the age of 85 after experiencing complications from a stroke. A native of Woodstock, Vermont, he graduated from Woodstock Union High School and the University of Vermont before a lengthy career at Pratt & Whitney. Atwood lived for many years in Connecticut, where he raised his family and was active in his church, returning to Woodstock after retirement. He is survived by his wife, children, and extended family. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Apr 14) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT

White Cottage Food Truck Approved for Summer Return to Woodstock Green. The Woodstock Village Board of Trustees has unanimously approved the return of The White Cottage food truck for the upcoming summer season. The food truck will occupy two parking spots near The Green and will operate from Friday through Monday, spanning June to mid-October. Trustees noted the need for diverse food options during the busy tourist period. Further discussions regarding policies for additional food trucks in the village are set for a later date. (Source: The Vermont Standard on Apr 14) Southern Vermont Woodstock, VT

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