@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialCandidates in Chittenden are rallying for housing, health care, and climate action—are they ready to make a change for the community?
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialCandidates at the Old North End forum are tackling the urgent crisis of housing affordability for young Vermonters with bold new proposals and strategies.
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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 mayor warns of a homelessness crisis as 619 households struggle with only 303 shelter beds available—urgent action is needed before winter hits!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBurlington resident Chris McGrath is rallying for Proposal 4, a vital amendment that promises to enshrine equal protections for all Vermonters in the state 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.socialThe mayor's alarming revelation of 619 households facing homelessness in Chittenden County and only 303 shelter beds available sparks urgent calls for action before winter hits.
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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.socialA proposed Overdose Prevention Center in Burlington aims to save lives and connect those in need with vital services—will it change the community for the better?
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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 camera network has skyrocketed to nearly 275,300 devices, but new AI-driven evidentiary requirements mean retrieving footage could take hours!
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@citizenptnewsvt.bsky.socialBCJR's recent presentation reveals alarming stats: 82% of clients are battling both stimulants and opioids, highlighting the urgent need for an overdose prevention center in Burlington.
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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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