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 On April 1st, the South Burlington City Council approved a resolution adopting a 25 miles per hour (mph) school zone on Dorset Street around the Frederick H. Tuttle Middle School and the South Burlington High School. The new school zone will be similar to other recently established school zones on White Street and Market Street. The Dorset Street School Zone will be in effect from 8:00–9:30 a.m. and 3:00–4:30 p.m. on days when school is in session. During these hours, lights will be flashing which will indicate the 25-mph speed limit is in effect. Outside of the school zone hours, the 35-mph speed limit will be in effect. The new hardware and signage will include radar speed feedback signs which indicate to drivers their current speed. The school zone signage and radar speed feedback signs will remain in place and active at all times. The new signage and hardware will be installed by the Department of Public Works immediately upon delivery, which is expected to be early summer 2024.
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City Hall Solar Panels Record Solar Eclipse
 Photo Credit: Paul Charbonneau
On April 8, people gathered throughout the City to witness the wonder of the eclipse. This historic event was also witnessed—and recorded—by the solar array on the roof of South Burlington City Hall.
This graph shows the solar power generated on the day of the eclipse in 15-minute increments, and the effect of the eclipse itself is easy to spot!
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Shaw's Shelburne Road Grand Re-Opening
Shaw's on Shelburne Road marked its Grand Re-Opening on Friday, April 5th! City Councilor Tim Barritt was in attendance and provided an overview of the complex's history. Congratulations to all who dedicated effort to transforming their new space.
 A Vermont State Park Visitor's Pass Discount Program For Seniors and Veterans - $2.00 for Life
What is the passport for?
- Free admission to Vermont State Parks (overnight camping and other park fees are excluded)
- Free admission to Vermont State Historic Sites
- Free admission to events that are fully State-sponsored
Please complete the online survey to provide input on the South Burlington Active Transportation Plan. Your feedback is invaluable in creating a plan that will help South Burlington be a great place to walk, roll, and bike!
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE SURVEY!
That's a Wrap!
Illuminate Vermont a Success
 What an incredible weekend on Market Street, with over 4,300 people joining us for Illuminate Vermont! In total, there were more than 40 different vendors showcasing their products, with another 15 different musical/entertainment performances Friday and Saturday. Thank you to all of the Illuminate Vermont committee members who assisted in the months leading into the event, and the event volunteers who helped make everything possible.
Green Up Day
May 4th | 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
577 Dorset Street
Green Up Day is right around the corner! Bags are now available for pickup at the Clerk’s Office at City Hall during regular business hours. Green Up Day drop-off will be located at 577 Dorset Street! Swing by on May 4th from 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. @vermontmaplecreemeeco will be in attendance, and the South Burlington Lions Club will be grilling free food from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. for those participating.
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Creating an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
Thursday, April 18th | 7:00–8:00 p.m.
Community Room in the South Burlington Library
Is it Right for You?
Are you interested in creating housing for your community while gaining an additional income stream? Have you ever heard of an ADU? Not sure you can afford it or where to begin? We’d like to help!
What is an ADU?
An “Accessory Dwelling Unit” or ADU, often referred to as an “in-law apartment,” is a smaller rental unit on the same lot as the main house. ADUs come in many forms: they can be created within the existing envelop of the house (e.g. in an attic or a walkout basement); built as an attached extension; built within or attached to a different existing structure (e.g. above a detached garage); or built as a free-standing structure.
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For a complete list of meetings & events, please visit the calendar
City Council Meetings
Access agendas and minutes.
City Council Meeting
April 15, 2024, 6:30–10:30 p.m.
- Consider applicants to the Planning Commission, Economic Development Committee, and Public Art Committee
- Orientation: Community Services (Library and Recreation & Parks)
- Briefing on the kick-off of the Parks Master Plan and Open Space Master Plan effort
- Receive the Chittenden Solid Waste District Proposed FY 25 Budget.
Auditorium, City Hall, 180 Market Street Virtual Option: https://meet.goto.com/SouthBurlingtonVT/citycouncilmeeting04-15-2024
You can also dial in using your phone:
1 (224) 501-3412 Access Code: 273-479-709
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Watch the Last City Council Meeting Recording
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Want to see what happened during the latest City Council meeting? Can't attend the live session online? We've got you covered.
YouTube Link for City Council Meetings
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Recycle Your Eclipse Glasses!
 Tuesday April 9th through Saturday April 13th
The South Burlington Public Library is partnering with the Chittenden Solid Waste District and Astronomers Without Borders as a drop-off location for used eclipse glasses.
Library April Displays
One of April's displays is a show of Corporeal Art by the Poetry Society of Vermont. These 3-D pieces of objects and verse remind us that words sometimes are enhanced by their surroundings, and vice versa.
“This exhibit came into being as an urge to merge lyric art…creates a fusion which is both greater than the separate entities – object and word – and closer to its point of origin, both within the artist/poet’s being and within the story of humanity and communication.”
-Cindy Hill, Curator
This poetry exhibit extends beyond the usual gallery, adorning the walls in and around the Community Room, and filling the 2nd floor display case.
(Pictured: Mouse Nest Poetry)
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Beneath Our Skin
Exhibit Ends May 10th
COVID-19 Vaccination Storytelling & Art Exhibit is on the Library’s gallery wall until May 10. The exhibit showcases the artistic reflections and stories of African American/African diasporan residents of Vermont during the 2021 COVID-19 vaccination roll-out.
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Caribbean Rain Concert
April 20, 2024 | 12:00 p.m.
South Burlington Public Library
Caribbean Rain is Vermont’s only multi-generational Jamaican family band, formed in 2017 by Jamaican Reggae artist Judi Emanuel and her family in Shelburne, Vermont. The band is known for its message of love and togetherness, promoting a culture of freedom, inclusion, and worthiness for all.
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Teen Stomp Rockets
April 20, 2024 | 1:30 p.m.
South Burlington Public Library
For youth ages 13-18 years old. Design, build, and test rockets. See how high or how far your rockets can shoot when you stomp down on the rocket launcher! This program is part of Vermont Reads 2023.
The rain date for this event is Thursday, April 25 at 1:30 p.m.
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Family Trivia
Family Series
April 13 | 5:00-7:00 p.m.
University Mall
TRIVIA! Join us for a FREE fun-filled evening of Family Trivia sponsored by Northeast Delta Dental at The University Mall. This trivia night will be geared toward families and young children, with questions that all can participate in. Play not only for fun, but also for the chance to win prizes! This is a great way to spend time with family and friends doing something fun and free! Light refreshments and snacks will be provided!
No pre-registration is necessary. Storefront is inside the University Mall next to Target.
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Cake Decorating
April 17 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Senior Center
Join us at SBRP's Senior Center for a beginner's cake decorating class taught by Jamie Deutsch from Adventures of Cake! Cakes, aprons, and tools will be provided. Each student or co-registered pair will leave with a cake they assembled and decorated! Registration is $70 for an individual, or $85 for a pair. Pairs will share a cake.
Click here to register.
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Community Yard Sale
April 21 | 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Have some stuff to sell but no space to sell it? Come join our community yard sale on Sunday, April 21st from 11:30–2:30 p.m. in the Rick Marcotte Central School parking lot! Sell your wares and enjoy some tasty treats. Registration is for a two-spot plot of the Rick Marcotte Central School parking lot.
Click here for more info or to register
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April Senior Center Activities
April Senior Center Activities Guide
All planned April activities in the Senior Center are listed on its calendar via the link below.
April Activities Guide
Please note that some programs require pre-registration and have fees.
Reminder: Wednesday and Friday lunches must be registered for in advance. Sign up by the Friday before a meal.
If you have any questions about the programs, please contact Rebecca at 923-5545 or email at risham@southburlingtonvt.gov
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We're hiring!
Looking for a full- or part-time job? The City of South Burlington is looking to hire great people to join our team.
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For information about events and updates from South Burlington School District, read the Superintendent’s full newsletter April 4, 2024 here
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