Seeking Volunteers For City Committees
Application Deadline is Thursday May 18, 2023
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?
Affordable Housing Committee
3 – 3 Year seats - Expire 2026
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee
3 – 3 Year seats - Expire 2026
City Charter
1 - 3 Year seat – Expire 2026
Common Area for Dogs
2 – 3 Year seats – Expire 2026
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
Development and Review Board (DRB)
1 – 4 Year seat – Expire 2027 1 – 3 Year Seat – Expire 2026
Economic Development Committee (EDC)
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
Energy Committee
3 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2026
Housing Trust Fund Committee
1 - 3 Year Seat – Expire 2026
Library Board of Trustees
3 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2026
Natural Resources & Conservation Committee 3 – 3 Year Seats - Expire 2026
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
Pension Advisory Committee (PAC)
1 - 1 Year seat – Expire 2024
Planning Commission
1 - 4 Year Seat – Expire 2027
1 - 3 Year Seat – Expire 2026
1 - 2 Year Seat – Expire 2025
Public Art
2 - 3 Year seats – Expire 2026
1 – 1 Year Remaining – Expire 2024
Recreation & Parks Committee
3 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2026
Sextons Committee
2 – 3 Year Seats – Expire 2026
To Apply and learn More
South Burlington Governance
 Should South Burlington have a Mayor?
Should South Burlington expand its City Council and/or School Board?
Should South Burlington elect City Councilors and/or School Directors by District? Or should they run City-Wide/at-Large?
The Charter Committee would like your feedback! Visit this website to learn more about the Committee’s efforts to date. Complete this survey on possible governance structures for South Burlington. And participate in upcoming community forums!
- May 10, 2023 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Auditorium at 180 Market Street
- May 25, 2023 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the Auditorium at 180 Market Street
City Considers LDR Changes - Commercial On-Site Solar Standards
The City is considering amending its Land Development Regulations to require that new buildings subject to the Vermont Commercial Building Energy Standards (CBES) include the installation of solar photovoltaic systems on site.
Proposed Amendments Environmental Protection Standards
The City Council will be holding a second public hearing on a series of adjustments to the Environmental Protection Standards within the Land Development Regulations on May 15th at 7:30 pm.
Green Up Day, Saturday May 6th
Pick up your bags at the South Burlington Clerk's Offic: Monday - Friday 8-4:30PM
Drop off: Green Up Day - Saturday May 6th 577 Dorset Street 9 -1:00PM
Safety Telecommunicators Week
 Last week, April 9 -15th was National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, a time to recognize and thank the unsung heroes of public safety.
Everyday thousands of calls are made to police, fire and rescue agencies throughout the country requesting some sort of help or assistance.
Police Travel to
Omaha Nebraska
 Last Month Cpl. Williamson and Ofc. Morse traveled to Omaha Nebraska to participate in the 2023 International Association of Women Police Summit. They spent time in several workshops and networking events geared toward the recruitment, retention, and progression of women in policing.
Thanks for representing SBPD Cpl. Williamson and Ofc. Morse and for bringing back the knowledge to help recruit more women to the profession and South Burlington!
Spring/Summer Home Improvement Projects?
 Has time at home got you thinking about a home improvement project? A bathroom re-do? Making that home office more permanent? Creating more indoor/outdoor spaces? Then now is the time to check-in with Planning & Zoning if you have spring/summer building projects on the horizon and want to start or learn about the permitting process.
 Across the United States, small- to mid-sized housing that’s affordable for middle-income households is in short supply. The Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development is teaming up with AARP Vermont and Vermont Natural Resources Council to launch a photo contest to raise awareness of this “missing middle housing,”
April marks the anniversary of the 1968 passage of the Fair Housing Act, which was intended to put an end to inequities in our housing system, eliminate racial segregation, and guarantee that everyone has a right to obtain a home of their choice, free from discrimination.
Spring Clean Up: Burn Permits Required!
 Spring is here and you want to clear brush and burn it? You need a burn permit to do so!
Before you get started, do these things first:
- Read and become familiar with the South Burlington Fire Prevention and Fire Safety Ordinance. (Section 33, Outside Burning)
https://cms6.revize.com/revize/southburlington/Fire%20Prevention%20&%20Fire%20Safety.pdf
City Roads in Springtime
 Weight Limits, Line Striping, Street Sweeping, and Potholes
Now that temperatures are rising and the ground is thawing DPW is shifting out of winter mode and getting ready for our normal spring / summer activities. We’re currently taking equipment (street sweepers, line striping equipment, etc) out of storage and de-winterizing it.
Looking for a full and or part-time job? The City of South Burlington is looking to hire great people to join our team.
CLICK HERE for our most current openings. We have several!
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School District
Events & News
School Board Meeting
School Board Work Session
April 28, 2023 | 9:00AM
Regular Committee Meeting
May 3, 2023 | 7:00PM
Agenda and participation info on the District website under Announcements
Upcoming Meeting dates Here
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Fine Arts Night
The 41st Annual South Burlington School District Fine Arts Night. Art education teachers across the district displayed the artwork of their students.
For more information about events and updates from South Burlington School District, read the superintendent’s full newsletter HERE.
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