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Planning commission readies pocket park work and hears update on mall demolition, Super Walmart concept

4581420 · June 20, 2025
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Summary

Commissioners set July meetings with the new recreation director to plan a phased Pocket Park project and heard that demolition of the former mall is advancing through Act 250 review, with public hearings expected in late summer.

The Rutland Town Planning Commission discussed next steps for a proposed Pocket Park near the railroad bridge and received an update on demolition of the former mall and a conceptual Super Walmart plan during its June 19 meeting.

Commissioners said they will invite new Recreation Director Mike Rowe, whose full‑time role begins July 1, to the July 10 meeting (with July 31 as a backup) to plan phase one work on the Pocket Park. Phase one items described by commissioners include clearing brush, removing dead or invasive trees,…

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