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Share Your Thoughts on the City's Upcoming Work Plan
June 16 at 6:30 pm
Each year, the City Council, department heads (Leadership Team), and committee members develop a shared work plan. In working together, we ensure that all are making clear and intentional decisions about the priorities of the City and the strategies that will enable us to achieve the community's vision.
This year, the Council and Leadership Team will hold their planning retreat in late June. In advance of that discussion, please join us at the Monday, June 16th City Council meeting to share your feedback on the direction and vision of the City.
Participation options:
- In person: Auditorium at City Hall (180 Market Street)
- Via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91283051980 Meeting ID: 912 8305 1980 Passcode: 554935
- By phone: (929) 205-6099
You can also send feedback to the City Council and City Manager via email at citycouncil@southburlingtonvt.gov.
For reference, you can view the current (FY25) shared work plan.
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Apply by June 17
The South Burlington City Council is looking for volunteers to step up and fill a term on the City Council vacated by Mike Scanlan. This term expires on Town Meeting Day in March 2026.
Let the City Council know why you want to serve and what's important to you! Please fill out the form online by June 17 to submit your application.
Process & Timeline
- Apply by the end of the day on June 17, 2025
- The City Council will discuss the applications received on June 18, 2025
- Interviews will be conducted on June 30 and July 7, 2025.
Background
On May 19, 2025, Mike Scanlan announced his resignation from the South Burlington City Council, effective in the middle of July. According to the City Charter Section 13-304. - Vacancies, "When a vacancy occurs on the City Council, the remaining members may fill the vacancy until the next annual meeting when the City shall fill the vacancy."
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Last week, the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan consultants presented their draft recommendations to the community. Through alignment with the CityPlan’s Key Principles, the draft Economic Development Strategic Plan recommendations outline a path to advance our economy while also improving South Burlington’s quality of life for all. They directly implement the key principle “Collaborative and Engaged,” setting up South Burlington as a purposeful leader and collaborator in the regional and statewide community.
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Juneteenth 2025 Schedule of Events
South Burlington's Juneteenth 2025 is a series of events and programs celebrating contemporary Black culture. From cooking classes to historical discussions, yoga sessions to musical celebrations, help us celebrate our BIPOC community this Juneteenth!
Upcoming Events
Thursday June 12
10:30 am | Morning Book Group. Join the Library's morning book group in reading and discussing James, by Percival Everett, a retelling of Mark Twain's The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from the enslaved character Jim's point of view.
Tuesday, June 17
6 pm | Poetry Reading with isaiah a. hines. isaiah will be sharing from their second book of poetry, Anything with Spirit, published by Roof Books.
Thursday, June 19
1-2:30 pm | Juneteenth bracelets for kids. Stop by the Library between 1 and 2:30 pm to make a beaded bracelet.
TBD | 3v3 Basketball Tournament: Celebrate Freedom. Honor History. Ball Out. Join us for a community-driven 3v3 Basketball Tournament in celebration of Juneteenth: a powerful day of remembrance, resilience, and liberation. This event brings together athletes, families, and neighbors for an afternoon of friendly competition, unity, and cultural pride. $5 to sign up as an individual to be placed on a team or $15 for a team. Only one team member has to register per team. Schedule and game times will be sent out the week before the tournament! Timing is subject to change.
5-8 pm | Juneteenth Celebration. Kick off the first SB Nite Out of the season with us at Veterans Memorial Park (1000 Dorset Street, South Burlington, VT 05403) with a Juneteenth celebration! This is SB Nite Out with a Juneteenth focus, highlighting BIPOC food vendors and business owners as well as BIPOC-focused non-profit organizations who will be able to either vend or share information on their mission in a big social, business, and craft fair, complete with wonderful music and performances by Jenni & the Junketeers and Jeh Kulu!
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This summer, City News will be moving to a new newsletter service. Most subscribers will be switched over automatically, but to make sure you stay subscribed, you can sign up to join the new City News mailing list now. Just visit the Notify Me page and click the mail icon next to City News.
Conversation with a Councilor
Next listening session: Thursday, June 19, 2025
Meet City Councilors Andrew Chalnick & Tim Barritt at Veterans Memorial Park during our Juneteenth Celebration & SB Nite Out from 5 to 8 pm.
Through the spring and summer, you can chat with the councilors at other upcoming South Burlington community events! Check the calendar for the full schedule and participating councilors.
Request a Community Listening Session
Fill out our online form to schedule a session with the councilors in your neighborhood or at your next HOA meeting.
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South Burlington Police Department Blood Drive
Friday, June 27
Please call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter SBPOLICE to schedule an appointment.
Maximize your blood donation. Help more patients. If you are an eligible type 0, B - or A - donor, consider making a Power Red donation. Red blood cells are the most commonly transfused blood component.
Streamline your donation experience and save up to 15 minutes by visiting RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass to complete your pre-donation reading and health history questions on the day of your department.
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South Burlington in the News
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Visit the Construction Updates page of the City's website to stay up to date on this season's construction schedule, traffic impacts, and road closures.
Active Projects
1270 Williston Road
The building at 1270 Williston Road is being removed in advance of the intersection realignment planned for summer 2026 or 2027. While work is taking place June 16-17, Williston Road will be reduced to a single westbound lane. Eastbound traffic will not be affected.
Dorset Street Water Tank
Construction of a second water tank on Dorset Street near Nicklaus Circle is underway. Blasting and jackhammering to establish the base of the tank will be completed by the end of May. Construction will continue through summer 2025, and the project will likely finish in spring 2026.
Hinesburg Road Resurfacing (VTrans)
VTrans is doing work in the City. Learn about resurfacing on VT 116 from Hinesburg MM 7.205 to South Burlington MM 4.249 on the VTrans website.
Hinesburg Road Sewer Pipe Repair
The Hinesburg Road wastewater force main repair work began on June 2, 2025. Significant progress has been made and we now anticipate that all work will be completed by June 13, 2025. Weather related delays could force this work to continue into the week of June 16, 2025.
Mary Street Sidewalk
Mary Street sidewalk work is underway (pictured above) and should be completed before June 13, 2025.
Upcoming Projects
Dorset Street Paving
Dorset Street paving work is scheduled to begin on June 16, 2025, and be completed by August 21, 2025. Impacts to traffic will be primarily during pavement milling/removal (tentatively scheduled for the week of June 23) and paving (tentatively scheduled for the week of July 21). During those times, traffic control will be in place, and the intersection of Kennedy/Dorset/I-189 will be impacted. Outside of those activities, motorists should expect intermittent lane closures.
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VTrans Route 116 Resurfacing Project from
Hinesburg to South Burlington
The Vermont Agency of Transportation in conjunction with Pike Industries, Inc. is set to begin resurfacing VT Route 116 beginning at Hinesburg/St. George Town line (just south of the intersection of VT Route 2A and VT Route 116) extending approximately 8 miles northerly to South Burlington at the intersection of VT Route 116 and US Route 2/Williston Road. The completion date for this work is October 16, 2025.
This project will consist of milling the top 2" of existing pavement and replacing with 2" of new pavement, pavement markings, signage, equipment upgrades to a signalized intersection and other highway related items.
During the construction period, motorists should expect traffic flow to be maintained at all times with one-way alternating traffic during construction hours with traffic control present.
Project Update: The VT 116 resurfacing project continues. Traffic control will be present with one lane of alternating travel Sunday through Thursday from 7 pm to 6 am.
Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Vermont
The Law Enforcement Torch Run kicked off last week and, over the course of several days, law enforcement officers, correctional officers, firefighters, rescue personnel, and military members carried the Special Olympics Flame of Hope mile by mile across the state and into Opening Ceremonies for the Special Olympic Summer Games held on June 6, 2025. Approximately 300 first responders from 55 departments participated in the run, championing the message of inclusion and showing their unwavering spirit of solidarity and support for Special Olympics programs statewide. Our “Guardians of the Flame” play a crucial role in fostering inclusive communities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Through shirt sales and sponsorships, the Torch Run raised over $15,000 for Special Olympics Vermont.
At the Summer Games, over 350 athletes from 12 different delegations competed in basketball and bocce. The athlete’s motto is “Let me win. But if I cannot win, let me be brave in the attempt.” Over the course of their competition, the athletes of Special Olympics Vermont showcased their talent and hard work. Congratulations to all!
- Brianne Williamson, Co-Director of Law Enforcement Torch Run Executive Council and South Burlington Police Corporal
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Free Summer Meals
 Free summer meals are available to children 18 and under. The boxes contain 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches and include foods like: cereal, muffins, bagels, wraps, deli meats and cheese, nut butter, whole cucumbers, baby carrots, apples, raisins, and cantaloupe. Each box contains a gallon of milk.
When: Wednesdays, 11 am to 1 pm (June 25 through August 13)
Where: OnLogic, 435 Community Drive, South Burlington
No registration is required. First come, first served. Rain or shine. Bulk meal site.
- All meals are federally funded
- You do not need to reside in the area of distribution
- Collaboration: Hunger Free Vermont and the Essex Westford School District
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City Center Rental Openings
Looking to live in City Center? The apartment building located at 339 Garden Street is now available to the general public for rental, with one and two-bedroom floor plans.
More information and availability can be found on the 339 Garden Street website.
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South Burlington Police Station Upgrades to More Efficient Heating
After several years of costly maintenance and a lack of parts to service them, the boilers used for heating the Police Station building were recently replaced. The new boilers still use natural gas, but they are much more efficient than the previous units. While the City strives to phase out heating systems that run on fossil fuels, in this case, the introduction of a heat pump to the system was estimated to cost three times as much as the boilers. When the air conditioning equipment, which is also advanced in age, reaches the end of its life, the plan is to install a heat pump for both heating and cooling and use the new boilers as backup. City Hall has gas boilers as backup units, and the heating system for the Bartlett Bay upgrade is being designed in the same manner.
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Recently, Kevin Chu, South Burlington resident and Executive Director of the Vermont Futures Project, provided the Economic Development Committee with a virtual presentation on Vermont Future’s work around the State economy at a discussion on housing scarcity.
You can watch the presentation, which lays out an Economic Action Plan that "sets Vermont on a path toward affordability and abundance."
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We want to hear from you! This survey is all about understanding your vision for the parks, open spaces, wildlife, habitat connectivity, trail connectivity, community collaboration, and the experiences you and your neighbors want to have. We encourage you to be visionary in your response!
Learn more about the project to develop Parks & Open Space Master Plans.
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The City of South Burlington is developing two integrated Master Plans: one for Parks and Recreation and a second for Natural Areas/Open Spaces
What to Do with a Found Needle
Tips from the Vermont Department of Health
- Put on heavy duty gloves and use pliers or tongs to place the needle in a thick plastic container like a laundry detergent bottle.
- Screw on the lid and seal it well with strong tape, like duct tape.
- Write “Do Not Recycle” on the container and throw it away in the regular trash.
If you are stuck by someone else’s needle:
- Wash the wound well with soap and water.
- Seek medical attention right away.
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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
Monday, June 16, 2025, 6:30–10:00 pm
- Approve Resolution #2025-10 honoring the service of Mark Behr
- Welcome Public Comment on the FY26 Policy Priorities & Strategies - the shared workplan between the Council, Leadership Team, and Committees
- Appoint members to the City's Policy and Statutory Committees and Boards
- Appoint Council Liaisons to the City's Policy and Statutory Committees and Boards
- Appoint a Commissioner and Alternate to the Green Mountain Transit Board
Auditorium, City Hall, 180 Market Street
Virtual Option:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/91283051980
Meeting ID: 912 8305 1980 Passcode: 554935 Phone: 929 205 6099
Steering Committee Meeting
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 6:00–10:00 pm
- School Board Directors and City Councilors to introduce themselves and share what brought them to service in South Burlington
- Overview of City government operations and priorities
- Overview of School priorities, legislative update, and policy governance
- Discuss a request from the School Board to put forward a Charter change to shift the date on which school items are voted on and possible action
City Hall, 180 Market Street, 3rd Floor Room #301
Virtual Option:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/95598442730 Meeting ID: 955 9844 2730
Passcode: 889471 Phone: 929 205 6099
City Council Special Meeting
Immediately following the Steering Committee Meeting
Time is estimated (10:00 pm) | Wednesday, June 18, 2025
- Discuss applicants to serve on the City Council and provide direction to staff
City Hall, 180 Market Street, 3rd Floor Room #301
Virtual Option:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/99892297555 Meeting ID: 998 9229 7555
Passcode: 548814 Phone: 929 205 6099
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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.
YouTube Link for City Council Meetings
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Summer Reading Is for Everyone!
 Summer Reading 2025 will kick off with a bang on Saturday, June 14th, at the South Burlington Public Library. Families: visit the Recreation Department’s Touch-A-Truck event and then come over to meet Champ and collect Summer Reading canvas book bags, made possible by the South Burlington Public Library Foundation’s generous sponsorship. Teens and Adults: stop by the 2nd floor desk for a free book, a bag, and a summer BINGO card. The program runs through August 8th and includes reading challenges for all ages, craft programs for elementary and middle school kids, and family storytimes for kids of all ages. Prizes and treasure chest items are supported by the Friends of the Library.
All ages are invited to embark on a journey of art and creativity, celebrating the myriad ways in which art enriches our lives. This year's summer reading program is designed to inspire and engage residents through a diverse array of artistic expressions. Art has the power to transform, uplift, and connect us. It allows us to see the world through different lenses, fostering empathy and understanding. The 2025 summer reading theme, “Color Our World,” encourages everyone to embrace the beauty of art in all its forms, creating a colorful tapestry of experiences for everyone.
Sign up today!
Teen Button Making
 Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 2 to 3 pm
TeenSpace South Burlington Public Library
Teens ages 13-18 can kick off the Summer Reading Program by putting their creativity to the test. Using the provided materials, design and make your own buttons. Wear your love of books on your sleeve or wherever else you can think to put a button!
Teen Movie: Wicked
 Monday, June 16, 2025 from 3:30 to 6 pm
TeenSpace South Burlington Public Library
Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy, and Tony-winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart.
Rated PG
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 Father’s Day Brunch
Celebrate the amazing fathers and guardians in our community with a delicious breakfast on June 15th at City Hall! Enjoy a morning filled with great food, warm company, and heartfelt appreciation—don’t miss it!
Recreation On The Go
We’re bringing the fun to Szymanski Park on June 17th! Join us for an evening of free food, games, live DJ, face painting, and more—thanks to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont!
SB Nite Out
The summer is here, and SB Nite Out is back for another season! The summer series kicks off on June 19th. Join us on Thursdays throughout the summer at Veterans Memorial Park for live music, food trucks, giveaways, face painting, fireworks, inflatables and more. Check out the full schedule below!
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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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