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If Monday evening City Council meetings aren't convenient for you, how about a Coffee with a Councilor Saturday mornings! Join Councilors Elizabeth Fitzgerald and Mike Scanlan on Saturday, June 8 at Chamberlin School from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. to chat and share your thoughts on what's important to you and South Burlington. This is the first of many opportunities, so visit our website for the full schedule and participating councilors. The next Coffee with a Councilor will take place Saturday, June 22 at Orchard School.
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Seeking Volunteers - June 3rd Deadline
 Application Deadline: Monday June 3, 2024
The City of South Burlington is Seeking Committee and Board Members
Looking to serve our community? It’s that time of year and we have seats to fill. 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? Citizen participation in local government is important to our success as a community.
Click here to learn more and apply!
Want to learn more about a specific committee or board? Attend a meeting today!
Click here for our Weekly Meeting Warning List
Have more questions? Email Andrea Leo @ aleo@southburlingtonvt.gov
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 Congresswoman Becca Balint presents a check for $700,000 to South Burlington staff in attendance. From left to right, City Manager Jessie Baker, City Council Chair Tim Barritt, Councilwoman Becca Balint, Director of Public Works Tom DiPietro, Water Quality Superintendent Bob Fischer, and Chief Operator Mike Fortin
This week, Congresswoman Becca Balint visited South Burlington’s Bartlett Bay Wastewater Treatment Facility. She was on site to learn about the current facility and present a $700,000 grant toward planned improvements. While the need for upgrades is primarily due to age-related deterioration, it gives us the opportunity to incorporate new energy-efficient technology into the facility.
Congresswoman Balint’s office said she “was proud to advance the City of South Burlington's Community Project Funding (CPF) application in the FY24 appropriations process. She values efforts to improve energy efficiency and was thrilled to see a $700,000 grant for your Energy Efficiency Improvements at the Bartlett Bay Wastewater Facility project signed into law as part of the FY24 Minibus Appropriations bill.”
While the treatment plant has done an excellent job treating wastewater, there is no denying that it takes a lot of energy to run all the pumps, blowers, UV lights, and other equipment required to make that happen. The design team is assessing the latest in heat pump technology to recover heat out of the treated wastewater that leaves the facility (effluent wastewater). The recovered heat is projected to be enough to heat all of the buildings at the facility without the need for fossil fuel-burning equipment.
Overall, the design of this facility will be more than just a wastewater plant refurbishment. With support from this grant, our project team is confident that the Bartlett Bay WWTF will be an industry leading example for green and energy efficient treatment of wastewater. Thank you, Congresswoman Balint, for your support in helping South Burlington achieve these goals.
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This spring the City planted 44 new street trees along Nowland Farm Road and Midland Avenue. Based on a tree inventory conducted by the City Arborist, there are 512 ash trees in the City road right-of-way. Certain streets like Nowland Farm Road and Midland Avenue were planted primarily with green ash, rather than a diverse selection of tree species. In order to minimize impacts from the anticipated Emerald Ash Borer, the City has developed a plan that combines inter-planting and replacing the ash trees in order to increase the diversity of street tree species. Interplanting allows the new trees to get a head start before the existing ash trees are removed. This work was funded by the Vermont Urban & Community Forestry Program through the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks, and Recreation.
Explore what a new park for City Center could be!
 Thursday, May 30 | 6:30 p.m.
South Burlington City Hall in the Senior Center,180 Market Street. Free snacks! Activities for kids!
June 6, 2024
Open house & food: 5:30-6:00 p.m.
Meeting begins: 6:00 p.m.
You’re invited to the second public meeting for the South Burlington Active Transportation Plan on Thursday, June 6th! Dinner will be provided. This is one of many opportunities to help City staff and project consultants understand how residents and visitors of South Burlington want to walk, bike, and roll in our City. Join us to hear more about the project and share your thoughts!
Learn more about the project | Request interpretation services
*Please request interpretation services by Friday, May 31
For more information, contact Erica Quallen
Public Notice: Proposed Amendments to the South Burlington Sign Ordinance
 Public Hearing Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, June 3, 2024 at 7:00 PM, the City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on possible amendments to the City’s Sign Ordinance. The hearing will be held in person and remotely via GoToMeeting. Participation options:
 The Public Works Department has just finished sweeping all curbed streets in the city this spring, investing 224 hours in the task. They collected 427 cubic feet of material. This routine activity occurs twice a year, both Spring and Fall, ensuring our roads are consistently debris-free and safe for everyone.
New Exhibition at the South Burlington Public
Art Gallery
 South Burlington School District Student Show
An Opening Reception will be held on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, from 5:00–6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Come meet the artists and celebrate their achievements!
The Gallery, located at 180 Market Street, is free and available to the public whenever the Public Library, City Hall, or Senior Center are open: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–7 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.–3 p.m (closed Sundays). The exhibition will run through July 31st.
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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
June 3, 2024, 6:30–10:30 p.m.
- Hold a Second Reading and Second Public Hearing of an update to the Sign Ordinance
- Possible Action on an update to the Sign Ordinance
- Orientation: Planning & Zoning, Community Development and the Tax Increment Financing District
- Have an initial conversation about the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to date and future possible allocations. Provide direction to staff.
- Approve Resolution establishing a Safe Routes to School Task Force
Auditorium, City Hall, 180 Market Street Virtual Option:
https://meet.goto.com/SouthBurlingtonVT/citycouncilmeeting06-03-2024
You can also dial in using your phone (872) 240-3412 Access Code: 227-464-229
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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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Summer Reading is for Everyone!
 Summer Reading is for Everyone!
Adventure Begins at Your Library! Join us for reading challenges, in-house programs, and speakers who celebrate all the beauty and adventures that Vermont has to offer in the summer months.
We welcome participation by our youngest readers. Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers aged 0-4 can register for summer reading and pick up an early literacy activity packet. No raffle tickets for this age group, but stickers and an age-appropriate “goody bag” are take-home treats.
Readers in grades K-8 can earn raffle tickets for prizes by reading. Each 20 minutes of reading counts as one raffle ticket. Each raffle ticket can be entered in one of our eight prize buckets for a chance to win that prize, or if you don’t feel like waiting—choose a prize from the treasure chest with one raffle ticket! Students in grades 5–8 are also eligible for special prizes that include after-hours events at the library for you and five friends. Attendance at any library program also earns a raffle ticket. Prizes are on display in the Kidspace, and all prize winners will be drawn by August 12th. Winners must be registered. Register for summer reading in the Marabella Kidspace.
Teens and adults can participate in summer reading by earning raffle tickets for signing up, playing BINGO, and more! Stop at the desk on the second floor for more information about teen and adult summer reading.
Prizes for all ages are generously sponsored by the Friends of the Library. The SB Library Foundation generously sponsored our summer reading bags. Please visit our website for more information about summer reading, summer programs and pop-up events in August. Keep an eye on our social media pages, too. Join us for an adventure-filled summer!
Tonight! Documentary Screening: Just Getting By
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
7:00–9:00 p.m.
Just Getting By—a new documentary film by Bess O’Brien—is a sweeping yet intimate look at the lives of Vermonters who are struggling with food and housing insecurity. A Q&A with the director will follow the film.
The showing in South Burlington has been made possible with the support of the Faith Influenced Leaders Corporation, the South Burlington Food Shelf, the South Burlington Rotary Club, the South Burlington Business Association, the South Burlington Library Foundation, and is being hosted by the South Burlington Library.
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Blood Drive - SB Public Library
Blood Drive - SB Police Department
Thursday, June 13, 2024
12:30–5:00 p.m.
19 Gregory Drive - First Floor Conference Room
Hey there, life-savers! Got plans for June 13th? Well, cancel ‘em, because we’ve got an event that’s vein-tastic! It’s time to roll up your sleeves and show your true colors at our Red Cross Blood Drive.
Why should you donate? Well, besides being a superhero in disguise, you’ll also get some cool perks:
Free Check-Up: Let the Red Cross expert team give you a quick once-over. It’s like a spa day for your veins!
Treats Galore: Because saving lives should taste sweet!
Plus, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’ve made a real difference in someone’s life. You’re not just giving blood; you’re giving hope.
Mark your calendars, grab your cape (or at least your favorite t-shirt), and join us on June 13th for a day of giving that’ll make your heart (and someone else’s) sing! Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of something truly life-changing.
See you there!
Direct Link to the drive:
https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SBPOLICE
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 June 20th—incaHOOTS will be the first in our lineup!
June 27th—Ultraviolet is up next!
SB Nite Out is back for another summer! Check out our website for the dates, musicians, and promotional schedule! We have fire performances, fireworks, giveaways, and theme nights!
FREE Shuttle Service to South Burlington Events
Want a reliable transport option for getting to and from an SBRP event? South Burlington Recreation and Parks is offering complimentary SSTA shuttle service.
Upcoming Events with Shuttle Services:
- Community Movie Night
- Touch A Truck
- Juneteenth
- International Yoga Day
Click here to view which events are offering this opportunity.
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Community Movie Night #1
June 14 | 7:00 p.m.
Orchard School
What is better than a movie night? A FREE movie night! Join us for the first of a four part series this summer on June 14th at 7:00 p.m. at Orchard School. We will be playing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone brought to you by SeaComm Federal Credit Union, with free popcorn and refreshments! Plus the first 100 people in attendance will receive an SBRP blanket. No registration required!
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Touch A Truck
June 15th | 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
Rick Marcotte Central School Parking Lot
Touch A Truck: Mark your calendars and save the date! Our FREE Touch-A-Truck event will be on June 15th at 10:00am-12:00pm in the Rick Marcotte Central School parking lot. The morning will include a variety of vehicles, food trucks, face painting mini golf, arts & craft stations, and music! Join us for a fun filled event that the entire family can enjoy brought to you by Northeast Delta Dental.
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Juneteenth
June 17th–19th
Public Library & City Hall
Monday, June 17th – The Art of Creating Community Through Hip-Hop… Join SBRP and SBPL in the Library Auditorium for the talk "The Art of Creating Community Thru Hip-Hop" given by Juniper Creative Arts from 6:00–7:00 p.m.!
The origins of Hip-Hop are rooted in the upliftment, consciousness raising, and creative expression of the Black and Brown community. This talk will center these themes, provide historical background of the elements of Hip-Hop, and discuss them in context of the current times, with the hopes of inspiring a revival of the spirit of Hip-Hop as a community-building art form. Will Kasso Condry, co-founder of Juniper Creative Arts, speaks in depth about resilience, authenticity, and the importance of keeping art and creativity at the center of one’s life. Using personal examples and life experiences, he is able to connect and resonate with audiences of young people and adults alike. He seamlessly combines insightful anecdotes and practical takeaways to illuminate the subject matter.
Juniper Creative Arts is a family collective of passionate artists, educators, storytellers, and healing arts practitioners creating at the intersection of spirituality, identity, culture, and community through ancestral practices and the lens of Hip-Hop culture.
Tuesday, June 18th – check the website for upcoming information!
Wednesday, June 19th – Join South Burlington Recreation and Parks and the South Burlington Public Library for an evening at Veterans Memorial Park from 6:00–8:00 p.m. to help us celebrate the BIPOC artists, businesses, and organizations in our community, as well as enjoy wonderful music and food!
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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 May 23, 2024 here
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