South Burlington City News - May 26, 2022

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May 26, 2022   -    Local Government News Direct to You 

2022 Memorial Day

Memorial Day Ceremony - May 27th

Our community will take the opportunity to gather at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday May 27th at 10:00 am in remembrance of all who have sacrificed for our country. 

Rain Location - City Hall Auditorium - 180 Market Street

The City of South Burlington Partners with ARNG

Knight, Burke, Baker

Looking for Job?  Not sure what’s next? 

On Thursday May 19th City Manager Jessie Baker, Chief of Police Shawn Burke and Army Major General Gregory Knight signed an agreement partnering with ARNG - PaYS program. 

WHAT IS PaYS?

The Partnership for Youth Success (PaYS) Program is a strategic partnership between the U.S. Army and a cross section of corporations, companies, and public sector agencies.

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June & July are Peak Months For Grilling Accidents

Grill

Everyone loves a barbeque.  As Memorial Day weekend approaches kicking off the unofficial start of summer, backyard chefs are dusting off their grills, eager to spring into the long-awaited barbeque season.  Gas & charcoal BBQ cooking grills have become an essential part of our lifestyle. Unfortunately, cooking on gas and charcoal grills can also be dangerous.  The use and storage of solid fuel or propane cooking equipment on patios and balconies have resulted in a number of major fires in the state of Vermont.  Cooking is, and has long been, the leading cause of home structure fires and home fire injuries.  

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Share Your Ideas For The Regional Walking and Biking Plan

Regional Active Transportation Plan

The Chittenden County Reginal Planning Commission (CCRPC) is updating the regional walking and biking plan, and we need your help. What makes walking or biking difficult? What connections are missing?

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Don’t Let Your Vehicle Be A Target

Car Theft

South Burlington Police Department offering Tips on how to Prevent your vehicle from being Broken Into or Stolen

        BASIC PREVENTION

Simple tasks to help keep you and your property safe:

  • Lock all doors with windows up
  • Keep valuable out of public view
  • Don’t leave your car running
  • Activate your vehicle’s alarm system
  • Keep your car visible

Learn More

Summer Workshops at CSWD 

CSWD

Chittenden Solid Waste District is hosting a variety of workshops this summer. Backyard Composting workshops, public tours of the Recycling Center, and more are already underway. Learn more, access the calendar, and register at https://cswd.net/tours-webinars/.

New Traffic Signals at the Intersection of Hinesburg Road and Tilley Drive

Tilley Drive Intersection

Final work is being completed to allow the new traffic signals at Hinesburg Road and Tilley Drive to be in operation by the end of this month, or in early June. Work will continue at the intersection on Wednesday, May 25th and Thursday May 26th, when Electric Light Company, Inc. will be installing the traffic signal cabinet and other ancillary equipment to be able to set the signals to flash mode. Line Striping is expected to be completed the week after, at that point the signal will be able to be set to normal operation.

Seeking Volunteers for City Committees

Committee - puzzle pieces

We Need You!

Application Deadline:   May 26, 2022 

Looking to make a difference in your community?   Do you have some time, a skill, or knowledge you would like to share to work toward solving complex issues and recommending policies that help shape the kind of Community you want to live in? 

The following committees have openings:

Affordable Housing Committee
3 – 3 Year seats - Expire 2025

Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee
3 – 3 Year seats - Expire 2025
1 – 1 Year remaining - Expire 2023

City Charter
2 - 3 Year seats – Expire 2025

Common Area for Dogs
2 – 3 Year seats – Expire 2025

Development and Review Board (DRB)
1 – 3 Year seat – Expire 2025
1 – 4 Year Seat – Expire 2026

Economic Development Committee (EDC)
4 - 3 Year Seats – Expire 2025

Energy Committee
4 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2025
1 – 2 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2023

Housing Trust Fund Committee
1 - 3 Year Seat – Expire 2025

Library Board of Trustees
4 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2025
1 – 2 Year Remaining – Expire 2024  
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2023

Natural Resources & Conservation Committee
3 – 3 Year seats - Expire 2025
1 – 1 Year remaining - Expire 2023

Pension Advisory Committee (PAC)
1 - 1 Year seat – Expire 2023

Planning Commission
1 - 3 Year seat – Expire 2025

Public Art
1 - 3 Year seat – Expire 2025

Recreation & Parks Committee
3 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2025

To Apply and learn More

Video reel

City Meetings Video Archive

City Council, Development Review Board, and Planning Commission

Did you know that the videos of these group meetings are available online?

phishing

Phishing & Spoofing 

Tactics to access your personal information and data are on the rise.  Check out this information from the FBI about phishing and spoofing; and what to do to protect yourself.

Learn more.

The City of South Burlington is Hiring!

Looking for a full and or part-time job?  The City of South Burlington is looking to hire great people to join our team. Here are a few of the several open positions:

CLICK HERE for our most current openings. We have several!

School District
Events & News

SB School District logo

School Board Meetings

June 1, 2022 | 7:00 pm
Regular Meeting

Agenda and participation info on the District website under Announcements

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UPCOMING MEETINGS & EVENTS

For a complete list of meetings & events, please visit the calendar at www.sbvt.gov.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Access agendas and minutes.

Monday, June 6, 2022  |  6:30 pm  | Hybrid
Auditorium, City Hall, 180 Market Street
Virtual Option: see info below

  • Public Hearing on proposed amendment to Official Map, #OM-22-01
  • Possible action to approve proposed amendment to Official Map
  • Interviews with applicants for appointment to City Boards and Committees
  • Chittenden Solid Waste District - FY23 Budget Presentation
  • Bike Ped Bridge contract award

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/SouthBurlingtonVT/city-council-06-06-2022

You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3112

Access Code: 118-783-485

Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://meet.goto.com/install

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  • Keep your camera and microphone off.
  • During invitations for the public to speak, you should turn your camera on to be recognized.
  • If you are having audio issues using your computer's audio, we find it works best to watch the meeting on your device AND dial in to the phone number directly. 


Watch the Last City Council Meeting Recording

Want to see what happened during the latest City Council meeting? Can't attend the live session online?  We've got you covered. You can watch the recorded May 16, 2022 meeting here.

RECREATION AND PARKS 

SoBuPlay Spring 2022

SBPlay

The Spring Issue is now LIVE! Check it out!

Summer Camps

Register Now for Summer Camps

It's hard to believe that Summer is just around the corner. Our Summer camps are filling up and most have limited spots, so make sure to check out our offerings and register before they are full. We continue to add new camp opportunities to our registration platform, so be sure to browse the offerings for the most up to date selection.

Summer Camp Offerings

 

 

Track

SBRP Track Opportunities

Track & Field

Coaches Jane and Silas are back this season!  Come join them and other SBHS student-athletes to train in both track and field events. We look to schedule a mini-meet or two (Home-Away) with other area programs learn more and Register here.

Tykes Track

Coach Lindsay Mott is instructing our Tykes/Kinderpro Track program again this summer.  Come join her at the SBHS track on Wednesday evenings and have fun!.  Learn More and register!

KinderPro - Ages 5-6

Tykes - Ages 3-4

Thursday Night 2022

Thursday Night Take-Out - TNT

For the Months of May and June we will have food trucks back at Veterans Memorial Park, every Thursday evening from 5-8 pm. This event is a build-up to our food truck and music series, SoBu Nite Out, that starts in July. Follow our social media accounts to see what food trucks will be in the park each Thursday night.

Learn More Here

Touch  A Truck

Learn More HERE

Tai Chi

Mondays & Wednesdays (June July and August) 10-11 am - Wheeler Homestead

Ages 18-99

Learn More Here

Kevin L. Dorn Senior Center

Location:   First floor,  180 Market Street 

May Senior Activities Guide

May Senior Center Activities Guide

All planned May activities in the Senior Center are listed on its calendar via the link below.

Please note that some programs are required to be pre-registered for and have fees.

Reminder - Wednesday and Friday lunches must be pre-registered for in advance. Sign up by the Friday before for a Wednesday lunch or the Monday before for a Friday lunch.
If you have any questions about the programs, please contact Rebecca at 923-5545 or email at risham@southburlingtonvt.gov

May Activities Guide

Jazzercise

 

 

Join us for our popular Jazzercise LO class. Muscles, not momentum, drive this class that is a low impact dance-based and strength training class designed with you in mind.

Click here to learn more

PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Public Library is open:

Monday - Thursday        10 am  -  7 pm
Friday                              10 am  -  5 pm
Saturday                          10 am  -  2 pm

Art Book Ross Sheehan

A Different Place Altogether – Artist and Illustrator Ross Sheehan

Visit the Library this month and enjoy the work of local artist, Ross Sheehan. Ross is an artist, illustrator, and educator investigating themes of psychogeography and exploring layers of memory and dreams in relation to physical and subconscious spaces and places.

In his exhibition statement, Ross states:

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Library Aspire Campaign - YOUR GIFTS MATCHED!!

Aspire

The SB Library Foundation is very close to meeting its Aspire Capital Campaign goal. Thanks to a contribution through the Vermont Community Foundation, any contribution, however large or small, will be matched dollar for dollar up to $20,000 to help create a spectacular ending to our campaign. 

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Oceans of Possibilities

Oceans of Possibilities - June 1st - July 29th

Discover, play, and learn all summer long with the South Burlington Public Library! Whether you're a kid, teen, or adult, we've got a summer reading challenge for you! Join in by reading or listening to books and attending library programs from June 1st through July 29th. You'll earn raffle tickets for exciting prizes, while preventing the loss of reading skills! Sound fun? Read on to see which challenge is right for you and your family!
LEARN MORE HERE

 

VA Telehealth Now Offered at The Library

VA Telehealth

Starting Monday, May 16, 2022, area Veterans will be able to access Veterans Affairs (VA) Telehealth at the new South Burlington Public Library (SBPL), located at 180 Market St. in South Burlington. 

Through a partnership with the White River Junction VA Healthcare System, the library offers a private, comfortable space designated for Veteran use. The space is fully equipped with an iPad that allows easy access to VA Video Connect, the application used by VA for virtual health care appointments. The new space includes medical equipment that may be required for some visits and offers enhanced privacy features. The Library is ADA accessible.

Learn More Here

Auditorium

Rent the Auditorium!

Planning a concert, dance recital, debate or play? The South Burlington Public Library Auditorium is now available for public use! Learn more.