@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialInnovative strategies like combining ADA paratransit with microtransit and implementing transit-signal priority could revolutionize public transport and bring riders back after service cuts!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialCandidates united for universal health care, but their paths differ—could universal primary care be the key first step?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialEvery candidate at the Burlington forum unanimously backed Proposal 3, a game-changing amendment that could enshrine workers' rights in the Vermont constitution!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's wastewater plant upgrades are set to boost housing capacity by up to 9,200 units, but potential funding challenges loom large.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's City Board of Finance just greenlit a $7 million borrowing plan to boost infrastructure, schools, and more—what does this mean for your taxes?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's commissioners are locked in a heated debate over the future of overdose prevention centers—will they embrace accessibility or impose strict zoning limits?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialThe mayor is urging immediate action on a $1.3 billion borrowing resolution to secure lower interest rates and fund critical infrastructure projects, including much-needed wastewater upgrades.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington is set to receive $1.1 million a year in opioid-settlement funds to support a new Overdose Prevention Center, but first, they need to secure a site and city council approval.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington residents are at a crossroads as they debate the role of an Overdose Prevention Center—does it save lives or undermine recovery efforts?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's Police Chief reveals a startling reality: just 44 officers are on duty to manage a surge of incidents driven by a small group of 64 individuals.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialCity Councilor Mila Grant is calling for clarity on the Central District vs. the Central Business District to enhance discussions on vital overdose-prevention efforts and shelter support.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's prepaid benefits have hit a staggering $9 million, but an IOU of $3.1 million looms large—what does this mean for the city's financial future?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's council is considering a bold new property transfer tax on luxury home sales to boost the housing trust fund—could this be the solution to our housing crisis?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialThe mayor has unveiled an ambitious three-part housing strategy aiming to double affordable units over the next decade—are you ready to learn how your community will benefit?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialMayor Mara just unveiled a bold three-part strategy aimed at doubling affordable housing production in Burlington—are you ready to see how your community could transform?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's council is considering bold new tax policies aimed at promoting equity and funding affordable housing—could a new transfer tax on million-dollar homes be the key?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington is taking a bold step toward combating the overdose crisis with a new prevention center, backed by compelling data and community input.
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington's commissioners are at a crossroads, debating the placement of a crucial state-trooper request and the future of a 100-bed shelter—what will they decide?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington City's pension portfolio soared by 1.7% in August, translating to a whopping $5.5 million gain, but how will rising interest rates impact future investments?
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