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City Offices Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday
City offices, Library, and Senior Center will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29.
City Councilor Listening Sessions
The next Conversation with a Councilor listening session is scheduled for Saturday, December 14, at Chamberlin School. Chat with City Councilors Elizabeth Fitzgerald and Mike Scanlan and share your thoughts about South Burlington. See the Conversation with a Councilor page on our website or City News for more upcoming sessions.
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  South Burlington's winter parking ban is in effect from December 1 to March 31 between midnight and 8:00 a.m. The parking ban is in effect regardless of weather conditions. Residents must plan for alternate parking if they normally park on a City street or right of way. Vehicles left on the street may be ticketed or towed. Please call dispatch at 802-846-4111 if your car has been towed.
The overnight parking ban on City streets helps our Public Works crew maintain operations and public safety throughout the winter. Please help our drivers by removing all obstacles from streets, including portable basketball hoops.
An aerial view of City Center
The multi-faceted story of how City Center has come to be was presented last month to the Northern New England Chapter of the American Planning Association’s annual conference in Stowe.
Five speakers spoke to different aspects of City Center, under the theme of how communities from around the region can apply these same principles to their own communities. Nick Atherton, South Burlington City Planner, spoke about the City’s state designation programs and how they have been used by the public and private sector to focus investment. Ilona Blanchard, South Burlington Community Development Director, then spoke about the City’s Tax Increment Finance District and the projects it has helped build—Market Street, City Hall/Library/Senior Center, City Center Park Phase I—and those it is slated to support in the coming years: Garden Street, City Center Park Phase II, and the I-89 Bicycle & Pedestrian Bridge.
Ken Braverman of Snyder-Braverman Development spoke about the partnerships leveraged to finance and construct over 10 new buildings in City Center. Lisa Kingsburg from UVM’s Campus Planning Department spoke of being one of those partners and investing in housing. And Paul Conner, South Burlington Planning & Zoning Director, spoke about investments being made in the transportation system, from Dorset Street Signal hardware and technology, to shared use path construction, to bikeshare, to transit and transportation demand management.
 Users of Williston Road may have seen a large construction site form just west of I-89 last month. The DoubleTree hotel is making a substantial investment on the site. They will be adding a new 4-story building – connected by a sky bridge to the main building – directly along Williston Road. The 70-room addition will be accompanied by a new plaza space just to the west of the building. Alongside this new construction project, the hotel will be removing an older section of the hotel that consisted of 58 rooms that the hotel owners described as undersized for the market. Construction is expected to conclude in the first part of 2026.
 On November 19, South Burlington Fire Department's Engine 2 and Ambulance 2 responded to Shelburne for a structure fire that ultimately went to three alarms. E2 and A2 arrived first due and protected exposed structures while beginning to knock down the fire.
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Bid Opportunities and Requests for Proposal
Find open bid opportunities and requests for proposal for upcoming City Projects.
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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
December 2, 2024, 6:30–10:30 p.m.
- FY26 Budget: Receive City Manager's Proposed Budget
- Receive a request from Champlain Housing Trust to re-envision their previous allocation of $400,000 of ARPA funding to support weatherization at Dorset Commons
- Request to construct an eruv to allow for the carrying on the Jewish Sabbath Burlington with a border running approximately from Queen City Park Road down swift Street, and then Spear Street to East Terrace crossing Williston Road to Catamount Drive
Auditorium, City Hall, 180 Market Street
Virtual Option:
https://meet.goto.com/SouthBurlingtonVT/citycouncilmeeting12-02-2024
You can also dial in using your phone:
(224) 501-3412 Access Code: 183-823-733
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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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Friday
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Readings and Discussion with Author, Forester, and Thought-leader Ethan Tapper
Thursday, December 05, 2024
6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
Ethan Tapper is a forester, author and naturalist based in Bolton, Vermont. His first book – How to Love a Forest: The Bittersweet Work of Tending a Changing World – was published in September 2024.
Spend a special hour with the author who will discuss his thought-provoking new book, which reexamines forest management and highlights the delicate balance between action and restraint in environmental stewardship. Through vivid storytelling and personal experiences, Tapper introduces readers to forest ecosystems and argues for a compassionate approach to conservation. Join us and learn how you can contribute to a sustainable future.
The Flying Pig Bookstore will provide books for sale at a special discounted event price, and Ethan will sign books after his talk.
Light refreshments will be served.
Co-sponsored by the Library and the South Burlington Natural Resources and Conservation Committee.
Talk Books with your Neighbors!
Thursday, December 12, 2024
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
SBPL Community Room
Join a round-robin discussion about reading and books. Choose one book you read this year: something you loved, hated, or just need to talk about.
You just might find your next best read, or the idea for a gift for a special reader in your life.
If you can, please bring a copy of the book you plan to discuss. Ask a staff member if you need help finding a copy.
Feel free to bring a snack to share with the group.
Optional: ask us for a rating sheet and review your book in advance. Rating sheets can be found at the second floor Ask Me desk.
Planning to attend the library's Vermont Reads book discussion in January? Join this fun round-robin in December and receive your very own copy of the Vermont Reads 2024 book for free.
StressBusters!
Monday, December 16, 2024
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
SBPL TeenSpace
Exams got you down? Teens ages 13 to 18 are invited to leave the stress at school and come to the Teen Loft for an afternoon of calming activities, relaxing music, and mindful crafts.
South Burlington Public Library Blood Drive
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Cake Decorating Class
Brand new to cake decorating or want to brush up on some of your skills? Register by December 2nd for the next Cake Decorating class, taught by Jamie Deutsch, founder of Adventures of Cake. The class will teach the basic techniques of stacking and piping. And best of all, you will be able to take home your cake to enjoy! For more information and to register, please visit our website.
Spark the Park
Join South Burlington Recreation and Parks for their Spark the Park Kickoff event! Spark the Park will take place on December 6th at Veterans Memorial Park from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Walk through the park to see the display of holiday lights while enjoying complimentary hot chocolate and sweet treats! After December 6th, the park will be lit nightly from 4:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. until January 5th.
Ugly Sweater Run/Walk
Ugly Sweater Run/Walk
Join South Burlington Recreation and Parks for the Ugly Sweater Run/Walk sponsored by Kris Luce: Allstate Insurance, 99.9 the Buzz, and SeaComm. The Ugly Sweater Run/Walk is a ~3 mile walking or running course around South Burlington with an open start time between 11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wear your favorite, ugliest sweater on Sunday, December 8th while running/walking in style! All indoor race-related activities including food, music, face painting, raffle, crafts (cookie decorating, ornament making, holiday painting), a Chili Competition, and an Ugly Sweater Competition will take place at South Burlington City Hall (180 Market Street). Each registered participant will receive a SBRP/Ugly Sweater 24 oz. aluminum water bottle. Donation Drive: Bring in non-perishable food items to be donated to the South Burlington Food Shelf. Each item donated will be worth 1 raffle ticket.
Chili Competition
Calling all master chili makers! Show South Burlington community members what you've got with your best version of homemade chili! Bring a ladle and your chili in a 6-8 quartz crock pot and SBRP will supply the power, tables, 3 oz. mini cups, and spoons. Participants from the Ugly Sweater Run/Walk will taste and then vote on their top three chilis, and prizes will be awarded to the top three winners. Please bring a list of ingredients to show at your table spot. See the link below for additional details and to sign up.
Ornament Making and Cookie Decorating
Enjoy an evening with family and friends with winter ornament making and cookie decorating sponsored by Northeast Delta Dental on Friday, December 20th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Senior Center at City Hall. Come enjoy holiday cookies, music, and hot chocolate! SBRP will provide all the materials for your family to decorate your ornaments and cookies. This event is free, open to all ages, and no registration is required. See the link below for additional information.
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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.
Become a South Burlington Police Officer
 At the South Burlington Police Department, being a police officer means more than just a job—it’s about building real connections with the community and working together to create a safer Vermont, and a thriving South Burlington. The support of our community drives everything we do, working hand-in-hand to build trust and make a positive impact every day. If you’re looking for a career that’s not just meaningful, but also backed by a community that truly cares, we want you on our team.
Ready to make a difference? Apply today and help us create a place where everyone feels safe and supported.
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For information about events and updates from South Burlington School District, read the Superintendent’s full newsletter November 21, 2024 here
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