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Wards 1 & 8 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2021-11-18
Time: 19:00

AGENDA

 Wards 1 & 8 NPA Steering Committee

 Thursday, November 18, 2021 5:45 pm

 Join Zoom Meeting (Host: Jonathan)

 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2437840866?pwd=eWdQRGNnZzhVK29ib1lnWHdRM25
 DUT09

 Meeting ID: 243 784 0866 Passcode: 18

Facilitator: Jonathan Chapple-Sokol Recorder: Carol Livingston

Attendees: Tom Derenthal, Hannah King, Keith Pillsbury

 1. Reflect on 11/10/21 meeting

 Location - how did the Pickering room at the Library work? Technology? Are we getting CEDO support with
 consistent tech help across meeting locations? Do we need to figure out mics?

 December, January, and February are reserved at the Bushor Room in City Hall. Shall we stick with that?

 Agenda and pace - how did that go?

 Participation? (7 non-presenters attended) - Facebook, Ads, What’s App, FPF - after meetings, post youtube
 access, New American website (Melissa Cain), Wards 2 & 3 Friends group (Jonathan), Old East End (Carol)

 2. Plan Agenda for 12/8/21 meeting

 Do we want to schedule this meeting or skip to January? (no break this summer)

 Location: Sharon Bushor room - any additional logistics?

 AGENDA:

 Roles: Host - Hannah Co-host - Jonathan Recorder - Tom

 Introductions - 5 minutes

 Speakout - 15 minutes (Hannah remind attendees about sharing audio space & meeting guidelines)

 Dan Hill - DPW - ??

 Redistricting Committee update - (Richard asked for earlier place in agenda)

 City Council report & questions - 15 & 10 minutes

 School Board commissioners report & questions - 5 & 5 minutes

 Other options:

 Kesha Ram Hinsdale - Climate Action & other items

 State Legislators - input for upcoming legislative session

 Brian Cina - NOW

 UVM update - housing
 Burlington Police Commission / interim Police chief Jon Murad - update

 Neighborhood Project update - Gillian Nanton

Tasks for 12/8/21 meeting:

Setting agenda - Carol & Jonathan

Confirmation emails/agenda to presenters & CEDO & CCTV - Carol & Jonathan

FPF postings:

 One East; Centennial - Jonathan

 Downtown; Hill - Hannah



Additional items:

 All-wards meeting scheduled? agenda?
CJC Citizen Advisory Commitee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2021-11-18
Time: 15:30

Burlington Community Justice Center (BCJC)
 Community Advisory Board
 November 18, 2021 3:30-5:00pm
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87935271956?pwd=TVFhSERldzBiblNwbEtBTU9wUi90UT09



 The Burlington CJC addresses the roots and impacts of crime and conflict so that
 everyone experiences dignity, safety, and justice in the communities we serve.


 Meeting Agenda

 3:30-3:45 pm: Opening/Relationship Builder

 3:45-4:15: Discussion: Quality Improvement Plan

 4:15-4:45: Updates:
  Staff transitions
  Youth and RJ LE training
  Latest DOC retreat
  Pablo’s transition



 4:45-5:00: Closing



Next Meeting: January 20, 2022
CJC Citizen Advisory Commitee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2022-01-20
Time: 15:30

Burlington Community Justice Center (BCJC)
 Community Advisory Board
 January 20, 2022 3:30-5:00pm
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87935271956?pwd=TVFhSERldzBiblNwbEtBTU9wUi90UT09



 The Burlington CJC addresses the roots and impacts of crime and conflict so that
 everyone experiences dignity, safety, and justice in the communities we serve.


 Meeting Agenda

 3:30-3:45 pm: Opening/Introduction of Randall Harp

 3:45-4:00: Updates:
  Matt Sullivan retired!
  Staff hires
  FY23 Budget

 4:00-4:45: Discussion:
  CAB membership
  Legislative Strategy


 4:45-5:00: Closing



Next Meeting: March 17, 2022
CJC Citizen Advisory Commitee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2022-03-17
Time: 15:30

Burlington Community Justice Center (BCJC)
 Community Advisory Board
 March 17, 2022 3:30-5:00pm
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87935271956?pwd=TVFhSERldzBiblNwbEtBTU9wUi90UT09



 The Burlington CJC addresses the roots and impacts of crime and conflict so that
 everyone experiences dignity, safety, and justice in the communities we serve.


 Meeting Agenda

 3:30-3:45 pm: Opening/Introductions
 What’s one of your favorite things about your community (however you define it)?
 What’s one of the biggest challenges facing your community?

 3:45-4:00: Updates:
  Fully staffed!
  REIB Status
  CAP launch

 4:00-4:45: Discussion:
  Adult restorative panel redesign
  BSD Schools (if Sparks wants to share a bit)


 4:45-5:00: Closing



Next Meeting: May 19, 2022
CJC Citizen Advisory Commitee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2022-05-19
Time: 15:30

Burlington Community Justice Center (BCJC)
 Community Advisory Board
 May 19, 2022 3:30-5:00pm
Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87935271956?pwd=TVFhSERldzBiblNwbEtBTU9wUi90UT09


 The Burlington CJC addresses the roots and impacts of crime and conflict so that
 everyone experiences dignity, safety, and justice in the communities we serve.


 Meeting Agenda

 3:30-3:40 pm: Opening/Introductions
 What childhood rule was most difficult for you to follow?

 3:40-4:00: Updates:
  Budget (DOC, AGO, DCF contract status)
  Equity Audit
  Passed in the Legislature last week:

 RJ study language H.740

 Sec. E.126.1 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE; STUDY
 (a) The Joint Legislative Justice Oversight Committee shall study Vermont’s restorative justice
 programming and services, including the administration and funding of pretrial services,
 court diversion programs, balanced and restorative justice initiatives, and community justice
 center services with the purpose to develop recommendations for a comprehensive and
 efficient statutory framework for programming and services that further restorative justice
 principles. In conducting its study, the Committee shall:

 1) consider strategies for ensuring geographic consistency and equity for restorative
 justice programming and services, including equal access for all Vermonters and
 adequate resources for all providers; and

 (2) recommend any changes to streamline restorative justice programming and services
 that coordinate the roles, responsibilities, and funding of the Department of
 Corrections, the Office of the Attorney General, the Department of Children and
 Families, and any other entity that administers restorative justice programming and
 services in the State.

 (b) On or before December 15, 2022, the Committee shall submit any proposed legislation
 resulting from its study to the House Committees on Corrections and Institutions, on Judiciary,
 and on Appropriations, and the Senate Committees on Institutions, on Judiciary, and on
 Appropriations.


 4:00-4:45: Discussion:
  Equity Audit goals
  FY23 schedule (continue 3rd Thursday of every other month?)


 4:45-5:00: Closing



Next Meeting: July 21, 2022?
Wards 1 & 8 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2022-09-10
Time: 19:00

Ward 8 Neighborhood Planning Assembly (NPA)
 Agenda
 Saturday, September 10, 2022
 In-person at the Pickering Room, Fletcher Free Library
 And Zoom online
 Please click the link below to join the webinar:
 https://zoom.us/j/98115038915
 Or One tap mobile :
 US: +13017158592,,98115038915# or +13092053325,,98115038915#
 Webinar ID: 981 1503 8915
 YouTube Livestream: NPA Wards 1&8 Playlist, click on upcoming/next meeting:
 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLljLFn4BZd2Pa3H8l30gy_gZ3NL6orXcN
  Note: This is for live streaming purposes only. Ward residents should intend to participate via
 Zoom or in-person if they wish to speak or vote.

Facilitator: Bill Church Host: Sam Heinrichs, Minutes: Keith Pillsbury


10.15 Announcements & Introductions

10:20 Speak-out - General Public, Ward 8 residents will be given first opportunity to speak

10:30 Discussion on Redistricting: Discussing new 7 ward maps

10:00 Our Feedback to City Councilors: Jack Hanson, Ali House

11:15 Adjourn



 Ward 8 NPA Steering Committee
 Bill Church wrchurch@me.com
 Keith Pillsbury kpillsbury7@gmail.com
CJC Citizen Advisory Commitee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2022-12-06
Time: 15:30

Advisory Event Selection Committee Meeting

 December 6th, 2022 at 6:00 pm

 Virtual Meeting
 Meeting Link: https://zoom.us/j/91608212187?pwd=cFhnK0V0UEltN0tYMStNQ0FzdGxsQT09



 AGENDA



1. Public Forum

2. Review of 2022 Season of Events at Waterfront Park

3. Review/Focus of Concerns/Issues to Compliance and Timeliness in 2022

4. Review Calendar of Events for 2023

5. Discuss Potential of New Policies for the future, 2022 Compliance Issues in Particular




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Reparations Task Force — Burlington, VT
Date: 2023-02-28
Time: 17:30

Tuesday, February 28, 2023
 CANCELED: Reparations Task Force Meeting, Tuesday, February 28th, 2023, 5:30 pm
 *Hybrid Meeting*

Physical Location: Queen City Room, 149 Church Street, City Hall
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://zoom.us/j/95034708651
Or One tap mobile :
US: +13126266799,,95034708651# or +16469313860,,95034708651#
Or Telephone:
Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 931 3860 or +1 929 205 6099 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 305 224 1968
or +1 309 205 3325 or +1 669 900 6833 or +1 689 278 1000 or +1 719 359 4580 or +1 253 205 0468
or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 360 209 5623 or +1 386 347 5053 or +1 507 473 4847
or +1 564 217 2000 or +1 669 444 9171
Webinar ID: 950 3470 8651
International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/abw8jug4Mf ttps://zoom.us/u/ad3di4x7xd


1. Agenda

1.01 Motion to Adopt the Agenda

2. Minutes

2.01 Motion To Approve The Minutes From Jan 24, 2023

3. Public Forum

3.01 Verbal Comments

4. Vote for Chair

4.01 Motion To Approve Chair

5. Scope of Task Force

5.01 Discuss Scope of Reparations Task Force

6. Current Reparations Discussion

6.01 Current Reparations Discussion

7. Funding Discussion

7.01 Proposals

8. Adjournment

8.01 Motion to adjourn
Burlington Walk-Bike Council — Burlington, VT
Date: 2023-05-03
Time: 17:30

AGENDA - Burlington Walk / Bike Council
 May 3, 2023, Wednesday 5:30 – 7:00 pm
 Meet on Church Street in Front of City Hall
AGENDA:
Walk-and-Talk Session on Street Design - Main St. to Battery (90 min, walking about
1.25 miles)

After meeting on Church Street in front of City Hall, we’ll walk down Main St. and briefly
detour onto St. Paul St. to observe and discuss the recent and proposed Great Streets
improvements for walking and biking. We will continue to Battery Street to talk about
improvements BWBC can consider supporting for the Battery Street Scoping Study, now
underway. Jonathon Weber from Local Motion, who is representing BWBC on the
Scoping Study, will lead the Walk-and-Talk.

Please check the weather and come prepared for walking in whatever conditions are
forecast. If the weather is unsuitable for the walk-and-talk, we will meet at City Hall at the
Sharon Bushor Conference Room (aka Room 12) on the bottom floor, accessible from the
lower entrance on Church Street. Public restrooms will be available at City Hall at the start
of the walk and at Union Station where the walk will end.


Previous Meeting – At the April 5, 2023 meeting participants continued discussion of possible
revisions to city-wide ordinances, and possible updates to the Bike Parking ordinances and issues.

Next Month: BWBC Meets Wednesday, June 7, 2023, 5:30 – 7:00 pm

The BWBC is an all-volunteer advisory council to the City of Burlington. We work closely with and advise the Department
of Public Works and the Department of Parks, Recreation, & Waterfront on infrastructure improvements and policy
changes for walking and bicycling. The council also leads advocacy efforts and organizes events and activities that
promote and celebrate walking and biking in Burlington and beyond.

See www.burlingtonwalkbike.org (under construction) and BWBC Minutes and Agendas.

BWBC Community Liaisons
Erik Brown Brotz*, Ward 5, erik@burlingtontelecom.net, Chair
Greg Hostetler, Ward 2
Faith Ingulsrud*, Ward 6
Peter Keating, Ward 6
Karen Sentoff, Ward 4
Jason Stuffle*, Ward 1
Kerry Swift, Ward 4
Allegra Williams, Ward 3
* = BWBC Coordinating Committee
Joint Committee on Police Oversight — Burlington, VT
Date: 2023-05-04
Time: 18:00

Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting Agenda -
 Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,




1. Agenda
Subject 1.1. Motion to amend/adopt agenda
Meeting May 4, 2023 - Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting
 Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,


Category 1. Agenda

Department Council and Board


Type

Recommended Action

2. Review of Committee Materials and Initial Councilor Comments
Subject 2.1. Review of Committee Materials and Initial Councilor Comments
Meeting May 4, 2023 - Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting
 Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,


Category 2. Review of Committee Materials and Initial Councilor Comments

Department Council and Board


Type

Recommended Action

3. Public Forum
Subject 3.1. Verbal Comments
Meeting May 4, 2023 - Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting
 Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,
Category 3. Public Forum
Department Council and Board


Type

4. Councilor Discussion on Next Steps and Meetings
Subject 4.1. Councilor Discussion on Next Steps and Meetings
Meeting May 4, 2023 - Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting
 Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,


Category 4. Councilor Discussion on Next Steps and Meetings

Department Council and Board


Type

Recommended Action

5. Adjournment
Subject 5.1. Motion to adjourn
Meeting May 4, 2023 - Ordinance and Charter Change Joint Committee on Police Oversight Meeting
 Agenda - Thursday, May 4, 2023, 6:00 PM,


Category 5. Adjournment

Department Council and Board


Type

Recommended Action
Burlington Aging Council — Burlington, VT
Date: 2023-12-29
Time: 15:00

CITY OF BURLINGTON, VERMONT
 Burlington Aging Council
 c/o Community & Economic Development Office
 City Hall, Room 32 • 149 Church Street • Burlington, VT 05401
 802-865-7144 VOX • 802-865-7024 FAX •
 www.burlingtonvt.gov/cedo



 Remote Meeting of the Burlington Aging Council
 Tuesday December 19th 2023 3:00pm – 4:30pm
 This is a zoom link:
Remote link: https://zoom.us/j/94178588652?pwd=d084SytNdXFjTmtQRGc0Rkd1d0xWQT09
Please contact mgange@burlingtonvt.gov if you have questions or concerns.


 Draft Agenda
1. Motion to approve agenda 11 19 23
2. Motion to approve minutes 11 21 23
3. Public Comment
4. Update/Review of work on Burlington Action Plan on Aging Well – Drafts available here:
https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/CityCouncil/Boards-Commissions-Committees/burlington-aging-council
DRAFT Social Connection and Engagement
DRAFT Family Caregiver Support
DRAFT Financial Security
DRAFT Optimal Health and Wellness
DRAFT Housing, Transportation and Community Design
5. Ongoing Discussion: Completion of draft, timing for presentation to Administration/CDNR/City Council
6. Any other business and motion to adjourn




 The programs and services of the City of Burlington are accessible to people with disabilities.
 For accessibility information, call 865-7144. For questions about the meeting
 Contact Marcella Gange at mgange@burlingtonvt.gov or 802 865 7178
Fire Commission — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-06-20
Time: 08:30

BURLINGTON FIRE COMMISSION
 Minutes of the Meeting
 June 20, 2024

Minutes of June 20, 2024 Meeting of the Burlington Fire Commission. The meeting of the Burlington Fire
Commission convened at 08:30 hours in person with Commissioners Bond and Perkinson on Zoom and
commissioners Sheehey, McLaughlin and Chapman in person. Chief LaChance, and Administrative Assistant
Meghan Sweeney were also present.

Call to Order
Commissioner Bond called the meeting to order at 8:30 am.

Vote on Award Nominations
Merit award nomination vote. Commissioner Bond made a motion to approve the nominated award. Motion
was seconded by Commissioner Sheehey and Commissioner McLaughlin. Motion passed.

Adjourn
Meeting was adjourned at 08:33 am.
Ward 8 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-09-26
Time: 18:30

Ward 8 Neighborhood Planning Assembly (NPA)
 Agenda
 Thursday, September 26th, 2024
 6:30pm

 Join in person: 149 Church St, Burlington, VT - Sharon Bushor Conference Room
 Join virtually: https://zoom.us/j/91523077007




Facilitator: Ryan Nick Note Taker: TBD




 6:30 Introductions & Announcements | 5 Min

 ● Adopt the agenda
 ● Introductions

 6:35 Public Forum | 10 Min

 ● Please state your full name, pronouns, street, and ward, and follow the NPA
 ground rules.

 6:45 Burlington History & Culture Center | 20 min

 ● Presentation to seek collaboration with residents, community leaders, and local
 organizations to envision a dynamic space reflecting Burlington's unique history
 and voices

 7:05 Fletcher Free Library |10 Min

 ● Promote Library Card Sign up Month and other Library offerings
7:15 Burlington Electric Department | 20 Min

 ● Presentation on the November ballot question to authorize BED to issue a new
 Net Zero Energy and Grid Reliability Revenue Bond

7:35 Burlington Department of Public Works | 20 Min

 ● Presentation on transportation initiatives including improving walking and biking
 infrastructure, calming traffic, and reducing downtown speed limits.

7:55 Ward 8 Community Survey | 5 Min

 ● Discuss Community Survey and way to engage Ward 8 Residents in the NPA

8:00 Adjourn

 ● Next Meeting: October 24th @ 6:30pm



 Ward 8 Steering Committee:
 Ryan Nick, vermonter1992@gmail.com
 Stella Sarafield, ssarefi@gmail.com
 Tom Carroll, fourthriver@yahoo.com
Ward 6 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-11-07
Time: 18:30

Ward 6 NPA Meeting Agenda
Thursday, November 7, 2024
Location: Champlain College, Joyce Learning Center, 387 Maple Street, Room 102
Or Join on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81027856568 Zoom Webinar ID: 8102785 6568


6:30 Call to Order, Announcements, Public Forum
 • Introductions of Steering Committee members, guests, and invitees
 • Call for any public comments or announcements
 • Share your news, your events, your questions, and your concerns

6:45 Fletcher Free Library Updates, Mary Danko

7:00 Connect with the City Council, Joan Shannon and Becca Brown McKnight (invited)
 • Hear about the latest issues
 • Share your opinions, questions, and concerns

7:20 Proposal to modify process for Redistricting within Burlington, Sarah Carpenter
 • The City Council Charter Change Committee is proposing to simplify the process for redistricting
 Burlington’s Wards. Learn more about this proposal, what it would mean, and how it would be
 implemented.

7:40 Green Mountain Transit, Clayton Clark
 • Learn about schedule changes and other initiatives

8:00 Green Infrastructure, Megan Epler-Wood and Diane Gayer
 • We’ll continue to explore what we can do in Ward 6 to improve and protect the health of Lake
 Champlain

8:15 Adjourn




What is the NPA?
Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPAs) are grassroots, neighborhood organizations that were
established in each of Burlington's wards to encourage resident participation in City government.
Working as neighborhood advocacy groups, Neighborhood Planning Assemblies help improve
communication between the residents of Burlington and City government through regular meetings
scheduled in each Ward. For more information, click here.


 We want to hear from you!
 Please submit questions for our upcoming meeting or topics you would like to explore
 in a future meeting via this quick/easy Google Form.

Ward 6 NPA Meeting
Nov. 7, 2024
Minutes




Meeting leader: Romeo Von Hermann
Minutes: Nancy Harkins

The meeting began at 6:35 PM.

There were several announcements of upcoming meetings and events.

Greg Epler Wood, Ward Clerk provided a brief report on election day

Peter Berghoef, Fletcher Free Library Technical Services and Digital Resources Manager, and Ward 6
resident provided updates on library events and services.

City Councilors, Joan Shannon and Becca Brown McKnight presented various pending Charter Changes,
including redistricting, graffiti, and vacant property fines. They discussed the City Government Efficiency
Study, ModernGov. Councilor Shannon advised residents to read the report. The report was discussed at
the Oct. 28, City Council meeting and the report can be found in the materials for that meeting.

Clayton Clark, Green Mountain Transit, presented upcoming schedule changes and other initiatives.

Megan Epler-Wood and Diane Gayer discussed plans to inform and engage residents on issues related to
water quality, wastewater, and stormwater.

Meeting adjourned at 8:20 PM.
Reparations Task Force — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-11-12
Time: 17:30

Racial Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
 149 Church Street
 Burlington, VT 05401




 Reparations Task Force
 149 Church St. City Hall Burlington VT,
 Champlain Room 3rd Floor
 November 12, 2024
 5:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
 Draft Agenda


1. Motion to Approve the Minutes from September 3, 2024

2. Public Forum

3. Reparations Task Force Committee Discussion

 - Recommendations for City Council
 - Funding request to City Council and what the funding would be used for
 - Task Force accomplishments and what yet has to be accomplished

4. Adjourn

Topic: Reparations Task Force
Time: Nov 12, 2024 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/96764830980?pwd=Nk1wbythcFZna3Y3Uys0TDdOR04rdz09

Meeting ID: 967 6483 0980
Passcode: 625204
Burlington Aging Council — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-11-19
Time: 15:00

CITY OF BURLINGTON, VERMONT
 Burlington Aging Council
 c/o Community & Economic Development Office
 City Hall, Room 32 • 149 Church Street • Burlington, VT 05401
 802-865-7144 VOX • 802-865-7024 FAX •
 www.burlingtonvt.gov/cedo



 Meeting of the Burlington Aging Council
 Tuesday November 19th 2024 3-4.30pm
 Hybrid Meeting:
 st
 Sharon Bushor Room 1 Floor City Hall – 149 Church St Burlington 05401
 Zoom link:
 https://zoom.us/j/96065288679?pwd=aSenCY04ju5vvkEqbPUU2Ys5iKVIP7.1

 Please contact mgange@burlingtonvt.gov if you have questions or concerns.


 Draft Agenda
1. Motion to approve agenda 11 18 24
2. Public Comment
3. Discussion – response to Mayor’s Office and Memo to accompany Age Strong Burlington Plan to City Council
4. Any other business and motion to adjourn




 The programs and services of the City of Burlington are accessible to people with disabilities.
 For accessibility information, call 865-7144. For questions about the meeting
 Contact Marcella Gange at mgange@burlingtonvt.gov or 802 865 7178
Tax Abatement Committee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-11-25
Time: 10:00

City Council - Tax Abatement Committee




 Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00 AM,


 Tax Abatement Organization Meeting Agenda – Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00AM
 Sharon Bushor Conference Room, 1st Floor City Hall


1. Agenda
  Subject 1.1. Motion to amend/adopt agenda
  Meeting November 25, 2024 - Tax Abatement Committee - Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00
 AM,
  Category 1. Agenda
  Department


  Type

2. Public Forum
  Subject 2.1. Verbal Comments
  Meeting November 25, 2024 - Tax Abatement Committee - Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00
 AM,
  Category 2. Public Forum
  Department


  Type

3. Organization Discussion Overview
  Subject 3.1. Discussion of Hearing and Process Procedures
  Meeting November 25, 2024 - Tax Abatement Committee - Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00
 AM,
  Category 3. Organization Discussion Overview
  Department
 Type

4. Adjournment
 Subject 4.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting November 25, 2024 - Tax Abatement Committee - Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:00
 AM,


 Category 4. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

Tax Abatement Committee
 Monday, November, 25, 2024, 10:00 a.m.
 Sharon Bushor Conference Rm

 Minutes of the Organizational Meeting



Committee Members: Timothy Doherty Chair (TD), Joan Shannon (JS), Joe Kane
(JK)

Others Present: Erik Ramakrishnan (EK) City Attorney’s Office; Joseph Turner (JT),
City Assessor; Kenneth Nosek (KN), Committee Administrator-City Assessor’s
Office; Traci Isham (TI) Operations Manager C/T

At 10:07 a.m. Chair Timothy Doherty commenced the meeting.

Agenda:
Motion to adopt by JS
Second by JK passed

Minutes Adopted:
None to adopt.

Public Forum open:
No one from the public was present

Organizational Meeting:
Introductions of everyone made to one another
Abatement Power Point for committee and staff education
How many attorneys at the hearings?
Tracy Isham introduced SOP for Property Taxes-SOP handed out.

First hearing of BTA set for Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. in Sharon
Bushor Conference Room –Ground Floor of City Hall.

Adjournment:
Public meeting adjourned at 11:32 a.m.

Motion to Adjourn by TD
Second by JS
Unanimous
Ward 6 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2024-12-05
Time: 18:30

Ward 6 NPA Meeting Agenda
Thursday, December 5, 2024
Location: Champlain College, Joyce Learning Center, 387 Maple Street, Room 102
Or Join on Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/81027856568 Zoom Webinar ID: 8102785 6568


6:30 Call to Order, Announcements, Public Forum
 • Introductions of Steering Committee members, guests, and invitees
 • Call for any public comments or announcements
 • Share your news, your events, your questions, and your concerns

6:45 Connect with City Council Members, Joan Shannon and Becca Brown McKnight (invited)
 • Condo Conversion Ordinance
 • Dog Task Force Report Ordinance Change
 • Holiday accommodations downtown
 • Downtown health report

7:15 Legislative Preview (connect with Reps. Tiff Bluemle, Bram Kleppner, Mary Katherine Stone, and
Barbara Rachelson) (invited)
 • What are your top issues?
 • How do you want to be kept informed?
 • Are there ways you’d like to be involved in the work?

7:45 Wastewater Treatment Bond Initiative, Megan Moir (DPW Division Director for Water Resources)

8:15 Barge Canal Update, Ruby Perry and Andy Simon

8:30 Adjourn




What is the NPA?
Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPAs) are grassroots, neighborhood organizations that were
established in each of Burlington's wards to encourage resident participation in City government.
Working as neighborhood advocacy groups, Neighborhood Planning Assemblies help improve
communication between the residents of Burlington and City government through regular meetings
scheduled in each Ward. For more information, click here.
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-02-19
Time: 08:00

Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 8:00 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Local History Room at the Fletcher Free Library.
Zoom Info: https://zoom.us/j/91611971342




1. Call to Order

2. Agenda

3. Public Forum

4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL

5. New Business

6. Adjournment
 Subject 6.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting February 19, 2025 - 2.19.25 Library Commission Policy Planning Committee Meeting -
 Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 8:00 AM, Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library


 Category 6. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

Library Commission: Policy Subcommittee Meeting
 Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 8-9am
 Minutes

Attendees: Nick Tatakis, Mary Danko, Samantha Donalds, Emily Copeland, Sally Blanchard-
O’Brien (virtual)
 1. Call To Order (Nick)
 2. Agenda
 a. Emily: Motion to adopt the agenda
 b. Samantha: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
 3. Public Forum
 a. No members of the public present
 4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL
 a. Mary provided overview on order of operations to adopt/update library policy
 b. Discussion on library social media in effect opening a public forum protected by the
 first amendment, allowing/disallowing comments on different social media
 platforms, and how each social media platform has policies on content and
 moderation
 c. Discussion on revising existing FFL social media policy through an equity lens and
 process for working on these revisions
 d. Began to revise FFL social media policy by line and will continue at next policy
 subcommittee meeting in April 2025. Goal is to have revised policy within a few
 meetings.
 5. New Business
 a. Question about library procedures when contacted by members of federal
 government
 b. Mary: American Library Association has guidance on procedures
 6. Adjournment
 a. Samantha: Motion to adjourn
 b. Emily: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
Fire Commission — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-02-20
Time: 08:30

Conference Room Fire Station #1 136 South
 Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401
 Thursday, February 20, 2025, 8:30 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Conference Room at Fire Station #1.

Join Via Zoom Option:

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1. Call to Order

2. Agenda
 2.1. Motion to amend/adopt agenda

3. Public Forum

4. Adopt Minutes
 Subject 4.1. Approval of Minutes
 Meeting February 20, 2025 - *Cancelled* - Special Burlington Fire Commission Meeting -
 Thursday, February 20, 2025, 8:30 AM, Conference Room Fire Station #1 136 South
 Winooski Ave., Burlington, VT 05401


 Category 4. Adopt Minutes

 Department


 Type

 Recommended Action

5. Chief's Oral Report

6. Old Business
7. New Business
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-03-26
Time: 07:45

Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, March 26, 2025, 7:45 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Local History Room at the Fletcher Free Library.
Zoom Info:[https://zoom.us/j/97938574452 ]




1. Call to Order

2. Adopt Minutes

3. Agenda

4. Public Forum

5. Friends of FFL Report

6. Director's Report

7. Subcommittee update

8. New Business

9. Adjournment
 Subject 9.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting March 26, 2025 - Library Commission Agenda 3.26.25 - Wednesday, March 26, 2025,
 7:45 AM, Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library


 Category 9. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

LIBRARY BOARD of COMMISSIONERS
 Wednesday, March 26 7:45 am
 Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Minutes

Present: Gale Batsimm, Sally Blanchard-O’Brien, Jonathan Chapple-Sokol, Emily Copeland, Mary Danko, Chol
Dhoor, Samantha Donalds, Patrick Halladay, Cate MacLachlan, Grace Maley, Nick Tatakis, Rebecca Thompson,
Mona Tolba.
Absent: Sam Doherty, Amy Mellencamp

Approval of minutes: from January 15. Samantha Donalds moved, Becca Thompson seconded, approved.

Approval of agenda: Patrick Halladay moved, Nick Tatakis seconded, approved.

Public Forum: No public in attendance.

Friends of FFL Report:.

 • Friends 5-day book sale first week of April.
 • Friends have paused book donations until the preservation work on Carnegie building is completed.

Director’s Report:

 • Following CEDO, accessing Propio for live translation services.
 • Federal grants for historic preservation moving forward.

Teen Department Update: Miriasha provided update on Teen Space

Subcommittee update:

 • Strategic Planning: will send out draft Strategic Directions for review.
 • Policy Planning: reviewing social media policy.
 • Recruitment: will follow up with commissioners/trustees with terms ending in June.

New/Other Business: Next meeting is Wednesday, May 14 (SECOND Wednesday of May), 7:45am

Adjournment: Becca Thompson moved, Chol Dhoor seconded. Approved.
Board of Health — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-04-14
Time: 17:30

Burlington Board of Health
 Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:30 PM
 5:30 pm, 645 Pine Street Main Conference Room OR Remotely via ZOOM:
Burlington Board of Health
5:30 pm, 645 Pine Street Main Conference Room OR Remotely via ZOOM:
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When: Apr 14, 2025 05:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Topic: Burlington Board of Health

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1. Agenda
 1.1. Motion to amend/adopt agenda

2. Approval of Draft March meeting minutes

3. Public Forum
 Subject 3.1. Verbal Comments
 Meeting April 14, 2025 - Board of Health - Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:30 PM, Burlington Board
 of Health
 5:30 pm, 645 Pine Street Main Conference Room OR Remotely via ZOOM:
 Category 3. Public Forum
 Department Council and Board




4. Health Officer Appointment recommendation

5. Syringe/Safe recovery report draft for review for City Council referral

6. Budget requests

7. Chair Report

8. Adjournment
 Subject 8.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting April 14, 2025 - Board of Health - Monday, April 14, 2025, 5:30 PM, Burlington Board
 of Health
 5:30 pm, 645 Pine Street Main Conference Room OR Remotely via ZOOM:


 Recommended Action 8. Adjournment
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-04-23
Time: 08:00

Main Reading Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 8:00 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Local History Room at the Fletcher Free Library.
Zoom Info:https://zoom.us/j/95203041575?pwd=O9tHZD7qtikaiYYbgHNrYqXHRaPWdu.1




1. Call to Order

2. Adopt Agenda

3. Public Forum

4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL

5. New Business

6. Adjournment
 Subject 6.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting April 23, 2025 - Library Commission Policy Subcommittee - Wednesday, April 23, 2025,
 8:00 AM, Main Reading Room, Fletcher Free Library


 Category 6. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

Library Commission: Policy Subcommittee Meeting
 Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 8-9am
 Minutes

Attendees: Nick Tatakis, Mary Danko, Samantha Donalds, Emily Copeland, Sally Blanchard-
O’Brien

 1. Call To Order
 2. Agenda
 a. Sally: Motion to adopt the agenda
 b. Emily: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
 3. Public Forum
 a. No members of the public present
 4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL
 • Configured access to SharePoint document
 • Discussed changes to policy to ensure they align with best practices
 5. New Business
 • Scheduling meetings, aim for 3rd Wednesday of every off month,
 check in the preceding meeting to ensure time works for members
 • Next meeting July 2nd , 8-9am
 6. Adjournment
 a. Sally: Motion to adjourn
 b. Sam: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-04-30
Time: 08:00

Strategic Planning Subcommittee
 Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 8:00 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Local History Room at the Fletcher Free Library.
Zoom Info: https://zoom.us/j/93102044135?pwd=KqKxKr3aBkV1PdQbiIZ3n2fbzBy2rQ.1




1. Call to Order

2. Adopt Agenda

3. Public Forum

4. Discussion on Strategic Directions

5. New Business

6. Adjournment
 Subject 6.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting April 30, 2025 - Library Commission Strategic Planning Subcommittee - Wednesday,
 April 30, 2025, 8:00 AM, Strategic Planning Subcommittee
 Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library


 Category 6. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

LIBRARY BOARD of COMMISSIONERS
 Strategic Planning Subcommittee
 Wednesday, April 30, 2025 8:00 am
 Local History Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Minutes

Present: Mary Danko, Chol Dhoor, Patrick Halladay, Grace Maley, Amy Mellencamp, Mona Tolba.

Public Forum: No public in attendance.

Strategic Planning Subcommittee update:

The committee reviewed the draft strategic planning documents and made notes and edits. The committee would
like to review the document one more time before it is posted.
Burlington City Arts Board of Directors — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-05-20
Time: 15:00

Burlington City Arts
 Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 3:00 PM

https://zoom.us/j/93537536705?pwd=RlpEeU1hL3l5TjJiYWdvOTZMRWdsQT09

1. Approve Agenda & Minutes
 1.1. Motion to amend/adopt agenda

2. Public Forum

3. Voting on New Advisory Board Member

4. Adjournment
 4.1. Motion to Adjourn

BCA Board of Directors Special Meeting Minutes
 Tuesday, May 20
 3 PM
 BCA Center, 135 Church Street


Advisory Board of Directors Voting Members: Michelle Buswell, Kelly Butts-Spirito
(absent), Livia DeMarchis, Billi Gosh, Hannah Lebel, Lisa Lillibridge (absent), Laura
McDonough, Ryan Moritz (absent), Bryan Parmelee (absent), Kristina Pentek (absent),
Robin Pierce, Lori Rowe (absent), Sarah Rogers, Parker Silver, Patrick Shank (absent),
Deb Wilkinson


Staff present: Elena Rosen

 1. The meeting was called to order at 3:03 PM. Parker Silver moved to accept
 the agenda. Billi Gosh seconded the motion and all were in favor.
 2. No public were present for the public forum.
 3. Sarah Rogers moved to enter executive session at 3:06 PM to discuss Board
 applicants, Livia DeMarchis seconded the motion and all were in favor. The
 Board exited executive session at 3:10 PM. The board voted unanimously to
 accept the nominating committee’s recommendation of one candidate for the
 board: Carrie McCabe.
 4. Robin Pierce made a motion to adjourn at 3:11 PM, Livia seconded and all
 were in favor.
Board of Assessors — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-05-21
Time: 08:30

L&GA=sent
MAY 21, 2025 PARCEL letter& grievance
 OWNER 1 REPRESENTATIVE LOCATION Sign In
 ID app. LO=sent
Hearing time letter only
  8:20 A.M. Ryan Bergman 060-1-030-000 84 South Crest Drive GA
  9:00 A.M. David Spannaus 021-2-064-000 3122 North Avenue GA
  9:20 A.M. Ali Desautels 049-4-030-000 357 Saint Paul Street GA
  9:40 A.M. Amy Mason 024-1-094-000 23 Venus Avenue GA
 10:00 A.M. Mark Bradley 057-4-027-000 507 Shelburne Street GA
 10:20 A.M. Jeff Cooper 057-2-025-000 139 Foster Street GA
 BREAK
 11:00 A.M. Thomas Memminger 028-2-065-000 204 Staniford Road GA
 11:20 A.M. John Magnant 045-1-208-000 140 North Willard Street GA
 11:40 A.M. Anthony Flynn 026-4-039-000 60 Westminster Drive GA
 LUNCH
  1:00 P.M. Marion Price 045-3-052-000 140 North Prospect St L & GA
 1:20 PM Howard Opera House Assoc. Inc. Steven Schonberg 049-3-123-000 81-93 Church Street GA
  1:40 P.M. Nick & Morrissey Development LLC Ryan Nick or Jeff Nick 044-4-006-000 29-35 CHURCH STREET L & GA
  2:00 P.M. Eric Belliveau 053-3-238-000 58 Charlotte Street GA TENTATIVE - may not appeal
  2:20 P.M.
 BREAK
  3:00 P.M.
  3:20 P.M. T.D. Bank Facilities Management Services Bruce Stavitsky 049-3-008-000 111 Main Street GA
  3:40 P.M. BTC MALL ASSOCTIATES RETAIL Donald Sinex 044-4-004-001 101 Cherry Street GA

  4:20 P.M. Joanne Kalisz 027-3-039-000 74 Oakland Terrance GA
  4:40 P.M. Mika Duncan 027-4-005-000 240 Staniford Rd GA
 Joe Turner, Jonathan Chapple-Sokol, Rob Gutman
Ward 8 NPA — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-05-22
Time: 18:30

Ward 8 Neighborhood Planning Assembly (NPA)
 Agenda
 Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
 6:30pm​

 Join in person: 149 Church St, Burlington, VT - Sharon Bushor Conference Room
 Join virtually: [INSERT LINK]
​
Facilitator: Ryan Nick Note Taker: TBD




 6:30 Introductions & Announcements | 5 Min

 ●​ Adopt the agenda
 ●​ Introductions

 6:35 Public Forum | 10 Min

 ●​ Please state your full name, pronouns, street, and ward, and follow the NPA
 ground rules.

 6:45 City Councilor Updates | 20 min

 7:05 266 College Street Redevelopment |25 Min

 ●​ Update on the redevelopment of the former YMCA building.


 7:30 Adjourn

 ●​ Next Meeting: June 26th @ 6:30pm

 Ward 8 Steering Committee:
 Ryan Nick, vermonter1992@gmail.com
 Tom Carroll, fourthriver@yahoo.com

Ward 8 Neighborhood Planning Assembly (NPA):
 Minutes
 Thursday, May 22, 2025
 Location: Sharon Bushor Conference Room, City Hall
 Link to Watch Meeting Recording: https://www.youtube.com/live/5V5IhwYa3dw


Facilitator: Ryan Nick

Others in Attendance: Marek Broderick, Tom Carroll, Allie Schacter, Diane Everheart, Maddie Posig,
Anne Brenya, Linda Risby, Steven Chisa, Christa

Adopting the Agenda: The motion to adopt the agenda passed.

Public Forum:

 • Linda requested that the zoom link be added to the agenda

City Councilor Updates:

 • Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak meeting with new UVM president, relevant to UVM MOU
 • Recycling motion passed; short term DPW will create plan with recycling workers’ union,
 medium term DPW will put out RFPQ for contracting out recycling for 3-5 years and develop
 cost analysis if we kept recycling services public; long term the city will explore comprehensive
 waste collection of trash, recycling, compost
 • Budgeting process: reviewing departmental budgets; proposal for 25 staff layoffs including some
 vacant positions; facing $8M budget gap; merging CEDO with Dept Workforce Development and
 creation of new Dept of Finance and Administration
 • Unanimous support of moving forward with overdose prevention center

226 College Street Redevelopment:

 • Bruce Baker and Hunter Gomez (developers) presented updates on the project at 226 College
 (old YMCA). Updates and FAQ at ReArch Construction website. Discussed traffic impacts during
 demolition/construction phase.

Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned.
Board of Assessors — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-05-23
Time: 08:30

L&GA=sent letter&
MAY 23, 2025
 OWNER 1 REPRESENTATIVE PARCEL ID LOCATION grievance app. Sign In
 LO=sent letter only
Hearing time
  8:00 A.M.  98 Starr Farm Road LLC Paul Steimle 023-4-064-001
 98 Starr Farm Rd. GA Also 96 and 100 Starr Farm Rd
  9:00 A.M.
  9:20 A.M.
  9:40 A.M.
 10:00 A.M.
 10:20 A.M.
 BREAK
 11:00 A.M.
 11:20 A.M.
 11:40 A.M.
 LUNCH
  1:00 P.M.
 1:20 PM
  1:40 P.M.
  2:00 P.M.
  2:20 P.M.
 BREAK
  3:00 P.M.
  3:20 P.M.
  3:40 P.M.
 Joe Turner, Jonathan Chapple-Sokol, Rob Gutman
Boards and Commissions Selection Committee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-06-13
Time: 08:30

Boards and Commissions Selection Committee

 Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:30 AM, Bushor Conference Room, 149 Church Street, 1st
 Floor

Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:
https://zoom.us/j/92025356083
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+19292056099,,92025356083# US (New York)
Join via audio:
+1 305 224 1968 US
Webinar ID: 920 2535 6083
International numbers available: https://zoom.us/u/am4Yn4CL7
1. Agenda
  Subject 1.1. Motion to adopt agenda
  Meeting June 13, 2025 - Boards and Commissions Nominating Selection Committee Meeting -
 Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:30 AM, Bushor Conference Room, 149 Church Street, 1st Floor


  Category 1. Agenda

  Department Council and Board


  Type Action
 Procedural


  Recommended Action Motion to adopt agenda

2. Public Forum
  Subject 2.1. Verbal Comments
  Meeting June 13, 2025 - Boards and Commissions Nominating Selection Committee Meeting -
 Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:30 AM, Bushor Conference Room, 149 Church Street, 1st Floor


  Category 2. Public Forum

  Department Council and Board


  Type Action
 Procedural
  Recommended Action open Public Forum
 close Public Forum

3. Discuss Boards and Commissions Applications & Possible Vote

4. Other Business

5. Adjournment
  Subject 5.1. Motion to adjourn
  Meeting June 13, 2025 - Boards and Commissions Nominating Selection Committee Meeting -
 Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:30 AM, Bushor Conference Room, 149 Church Street, 1st Floor


  Category 5. Adjournment

  Department Council and Board


  Type Action
 Procedural


  Recommended Action Motion to adjourn
City Council - Racial Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-06-17
Time: 17:30

Juneteenth 2025 Celebration – Burlington, VT

Date & Time:
Saturday, June 21, 2025 · 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Locations:
Lower Church Street, City Hall Park, and Contois Auditorium



What to Expect:

 • Live Performances: Music, choirs, dance, and spoken word throughout the day.
 • Arts, Culture, and Community: BIPOC vendor market, engagement tables (2:00 to
 4:00 PM), Double Dutch, yoga, roller skating, haircuts, braiding, and more.
 • Award Ceremony: 2:00 to 4:00 PM in Contois Auditorium (invite-only).
 • Community Dinner: Free meals from 5:30 to 6:30 PM (first come, first served). Food
 available for purchase until 10 PM.



Organized By:
The City of Burlington’s Office of Racial Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (REIB), in partnership
with Burlington City Arts, Business and Workforce Development, and Church Street
Marketplace.



More Info: https://www.btvreib.com/juneteenth
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-07-02
Time: 08:00

Main Reading Room, Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 8:00 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting is will be held on zoom and in-person in the Local History Room at the Fletcher Free Library.
Zoom Info:
https://zoom.us/j/93670480790?pwd=8xETSh5TFAsiKrwwZuKdAj8PUF0ZpZ.1


1. Call to Order

2. Adopt Agenda

3. Public Forum

4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL

5. New Business

6. Adjournment
 Subject 6.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting July 2, 2025 - Library Commission Policy Planning Meeting - Wednesday, July 2, 2025,
 8:00 AM, Main Reading Room, Fletcher Free Library


 Category 6. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

Library Commission: Policy Subcommittee Meeting
 Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 8-9am
 Minutes

Attendees: Nick Tatakis, Mary Danko, Samantha Donalds, Emily Copeland, Sally Blanchard-
O’Brien

 1. Call To Order
 2. Agenda
 a. Samantha: Motion to adopt the agenda
 b. Emily: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
 3. Public Forum
 a. No members of the public present
 4. Discussion on Social Media Policy for FFL
 a. Continued revising policy to ensure it aligns with best practices
 5. New Business
 a. Next meeting August 20, 8-9 am
 6. Adjournment

 a. Sally: Motion to adjourn
 b. Samantha: Seconded
 c. Motion passes unanimously
Library Board of Commissioners — Burlington, VT
Date: 2025-07-16
Time: 07:45

New North End Branch of the Fletcher Free Library
 Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:45 AM

PLEASE NOTE:
This meeting will be held in-person at the New North End Branch Library. Zoom info:
https://zoom.us/j/96242741440


1. Call to Order

2. Adopt Minutes

3. Agenda

4. Public Forum

5. Welcome to New and Returning Commissioners

6. Staff Report

7. Friends of FFL Report

8. Director's Report

9. Subcommittee update

10. New Business

11. Adjournment
 Subject 11.1. Motion to adjourn
 Meeting July 16, 2025 - Library Commission Agenda - Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:45 AM, New
 North End Branch of the Fletcher Free Library


 Category 11. Adjournment

 Department Council and Board


 Type

 Recommended Action

LIBRARY BOARD of COMMISSIONERS
 Wednesday, July 16, 7:45 am
 New North End Branch, Fletcher Free Library
 Minutes

Present: Gale Batsimm, Peter Berghoef, Sally Blanchard-O’Brien, Jonathan Chapple-Sokol, Emily Copeland, Chol
Dhoor, Sam Doherty, Samantha Donalds, Patrick Halladay, Cate MacLachlan, Amy Mellencamp, Wells Shelley, Nick
Tatakis,, Mona Tolba.

Approval of minutes: from May 14. Cate MacLachlan moved, Chol Dhoor seconded, approved.

Approval of agenda: Patrick Halladay moved, Sally Blanchard-O’Brien seconded, approved.

Public Forum: No public in attendance.

Welcome to New and Returning Commissioners and Trustees: Chol Dhoor and Mona Tolba are renewing their
terms as trustees, Sally Blanchard-O’Brien has accepted another term as commissioner, Becca Thompson as staff
commissioner, Sam Doherty as student liaison, and Wells Shelley has joined as a new student liaison to the
commission.

Friends of FFL Report:.

 • Friends are working on MoU with the City.
 • Friends are not accepting books due to the construction. They are working on new fundraisers, including
 an outdoor pop-up book sale on July 23rd for Passeggiata.

Director’s Report:

 • Library launched Libcal for website calendar and registration system.
 • Loss of Financial Assistant position has impacted various departments.
 • Withdrawal of NEH grant and rising costs created a funding gap for historic preservation project; impact
 fees and support from the Friends could fill this gap. Historic Preservation work will continue into
 December, work is on or ahead of schedule.

Staff Update: Peter provided an update on Technical Services.

Subcommittee update:

 • Strategic Planning Committee presented the 2025-2028 Strategic Direction document and the commission
 provided edits.

New/Other Business: Next meeting is Wednesday, September 17, 7:45am

Adjournment: Cate MacLachlan moved, Patrick Halladay seconded. Approved.