2027 City Budget, Housing Inspections, and More
Hi Neighbors: We have a City Council meeting on Monday May 18th, here’s what to expect:
– Public Comment at 6:30pm
– F27 City Budget Overview: The Council will receive the Mayor’s overview of the proposed Fiscal Year 2027 General Fund budget. This continues the administration's major discussions about city services, staffing, taxes, and Burlington’s financial priorities.
– Housing Inspection Ordinance: Will consider adopting an ordinance requiring additional housing inspections, strengthening the city’s ability to ensure rental housing is safe and properly maintained.
– Consumer Protection Ordinance: Will further address a consumer protection ordinance requiring clearer disclosure of certain fees, including at gas stations and private parking lots.
– Union Negotiation Update: The Council will meet privately to discuss ongoing labor negotiations with AFSCME Local 1343, which represents city workers and affects employee contracts, working conditions, and city budget planning.
– Waterfront Tax Increment Update: The Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving a substantial change request for the Waterfront Tax Increment Financing District, which affects funding for major waterfront infrastructure.
The Council will also…
– Review the Chittenden Solid Waste District’s proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget
– Receive an update regarding the city’s plans to locate, stage and operate an Overdose Prevention Center.
– Consider authorizing new public signage connected to Burlington’s Safety and Security Guide
– Consider accepting a public art donation from the Abenaki Nation of Missisquoi Tribal Council and adopting a resolution advancing Indigenous equity, recognition, and community partnership
Here Are Resources To Engage Further
– Join On Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91692216573
– Watch On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLljLFn4BZd2PwCge7lNoKug676jIf_i
– View Agenda: https://burlingtonvt.portal.civicclerk.com/event/8634/overview
– Speak online at Public Forum: Sign up online before 5:00pm https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/citycouncil/publicforum
– Speak in-person at Public Forum: Sign up in-person before 6:00pm
With Appreciation, The Burlington City Council Progressive Caucus
Carter - Ward 1: cneubieser@burlingtonvt.gov
Gene - Ward 2: gbergman@burlingtonvt.gov
Laura - Ward 3: lsanchezparkinson@burlingtonvt.gov
Marek - Ward 8: mbroderick@burlingtonvt.gov
Melo - Central District: megrant@burlingtonvt.gov
