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SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL South Burlington City Hall – Auditorium 180 Market Street SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT
Regular Session 6:30 P.M. Monday, August 2, 2021
1.Pledge of Allegiance. (6:30 - 6:31 PM)
2.Agenda Review: Additions, deletions or changes in order of agenda items. (6:31 - 6:32 PM)
3.Comments and questions from the public not related to the agenda. (6:33 – 6:45 PM)
4.Announcements and City Manager’s Report. (6:46 – 6:56 PM)
5.Consent Agenda: (6:57 – 7:00 PM)
A. *** Consider and Sign DisbursementsB.*** Approve minutes from 5/17/2021, 07/06/2021 City Council Meetings
6.*** Presentation by the South Burlington Land Trust on a proposal to warn a special city meeting tovote on a short term tax increase to be used by the city for the future perseveration of open space –Sarah Dopp, South Burlington Land Trust, President of the Board of Directors (7:01 – 7:45 PM)
7.*** Receive Warrant of Unlicensed Dogs and Cats – Donna Kinville, City Clerk (7:46 – 8:00 PM)
8.*** Consider and approve an amendment to the grant agreement approved on July 19th to fund theTrinity Education Center’s proposal to start the INFINITE Center – a daily youth drop-in center andafter-school program – Jessie Baker, City Manager (8:01 – 8:10 PM)
9.*** Consider and approve a Library ARPA grant application for technology upgrades – JenniferMurray, Library Director (8:11 – 8:20 PM)
10.*** Review and provide direction to staff on a City Council Rules of Procedure Policy – Jessie Baker,City Manager (8:21 – 8:45 PM)
11.Reports from Councilors on Committee assignments (8:46 – 9:00 PM)
12. Adjourn (9:00)
Respectfully Submitted:
Jessie Baker, City Manager
*** Attachments Included
CITY COUNCIL 17 MAY 2021
The South Burlington City Council held a regular meeting on Monday, 17 May 2021, at 6:30
p.m., via Go to Meeting remote participation.
MEMBERS PRESENT: H. Riehle, Chair; M. Emery, T. Barritt, T. Chittenden, M. Cota
ALSO PRESENT: K. Dorn, City Manager; T. Hubbard, Deputy City Manager; Rep. J. Killacky; Chief
S. Burke, Police Department; J. Rabidoux, Director of Public Works; A. Parker, J. DiBiasio, C.
Shaw, J. Bellevance, R. Greco, B. Sirvis, F. & J. Kochman, S. Conoly, J. Giebink, S. Dooley, N.
Staunton, J. Hyman, B. Currier, Wayne, D. Wheeler, K. & T. Bailey, A. VanDine, N. Necrason, M.
McInerney, D. Long, A. Long, A. Wynkoop, C. Trombly, K. Boyle, J. Simson, A. Chalnick, D. Peters,
B. Cousins, C. Carpenter, C. Frank, H. Shustin, J. Coombs, L. Dahglian, S. Srinivasan, T. Perin, A.
Ho0lland, A. Gutierez, L. Black-Plumeau, M. Sarfo-Adu, F. MacDonald, R. Stavy
1. Additions, deletions or changes in the order of Agenda items:
Rep. Killacky’s presentation was moved to follow item #4.
2. Comments and Questions from the public not related to the Agenda:
Ms. DiBiasio spoke to the need to prioritize the climate crisis and to give it the same urgency as
COVID.
3. Announcements & City Manager’s Report:
Members noted their visit to 180 Market Street and the excitement of seeing it all come
together.
Mr. Dorn: Participated in the Vermont City Managers’ meeting and received good
information regarding ARPA. The meeting was chaired by City Manager Designee Jessie Baker.
The Steering Committee will meet tomorrow night at 7. The agenda will include
a presentation by Charlie Baker of CCRPC on the I-89 interchange options and an update on
move-in for 180 Market Street.
Jessie Baker will join the staff on 2 June.
Will participate in a webinar regarding ARPA. The rules have been received.
South Burlington is considered an “entitlement community,” and the federal allocation comes
directly to the City, not through the State.
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Along with Mr. Hubbard and Ms. Blanchard, spoke to key staff members of both
Senators regarding the “earmark program.” They were advised not to take the same project to
more than one of them, so the bike-bridge project will go to Sen. Leahy, and the Indoor
Recreation Center project will go to Sen. Sanders.
4. Consent Agenda:
a. Approve and Sign Disbursements
b. Approve minutes from 19 April, 3 May, and 6 May 2021
c. Approve grant submission to VTrans for the Williston Rd. crosswalk project
d. Approve bid award for Allen Road Shared Use Path and authorize City Manager
to negotiate and execute a contract for construction services with winning bidder,
Courtland Construction
e. Approve loan application for Clean Water State Revolving Loan Fund (CWSRF)-
South Burlington 3 Acre Stormwater Retrofit Designs
f. Approve a Resolution authorizing the City to contract with our current Banking
Services provider – TD Bank, as the City’s Credit Card Company
Mr. Barritt questioned whether the southbound lane on Spear Street has to be sacrificed for the
shared use path.
Mr. Rabidoux said the plan is to eliminate the exclusive right turn lane from Spear Street to Allen
Road in order to shorten the crossing distance and provide additional safety for pedestrians.
Mr. Barritt felt there are too few right-turn lanes in the city, and he would prefer to extend the
crossing time via the light. Mr. Rabidoux said the intent is to have less exposure for pedestrians.
He also noted that intersection doesn’t meet the warrants for a turn lane.
Mr. Dorn noted the contractor is ready to go, and the hope is to “turn them loose.”
Sen. Chittenden then moved to approve items a, be, c, e, and f of the Consent Agenda as
presented. Mr. Cota seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Members then further discussed item “d.” Ms. Parker noted that the Bike-Ped Committee
supports the plan. Mr. Barritt felt the intersection works well now. Under the proposed plan,
right turners will have to wait for the light to turn, removing functionality. Sen. Chittenden
agreed but wanted more information (e.g., traffic counts, etc.). Mr. Cota agreed.
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Mr. Barritt asked if there is a design that maintains the right turn lane. Mr. Rabidoux said there
is not, but they could award the contract and change certain design elements. Ms. Parker said
there could be some right-of-way issues.
Members agreed to continue the discussion on the next meeting agenda.
Presentation by Rep. John Killacky as part of Agenda Item #10:
Rep. Killacky spoke regarding Bill S-79, a proposed rental housing ordinance. The bill would
establish a long- and short-term registry for the entire state. This would have been very helpful
during Irene and during COVID. The registry would fall under the Division of Fire Safety and
would give agencies the ability to connect with landlords to deal with health issues, etc. Rep.
Killacky noted that during COVID, landlords were awarded funds to upgrade derelict housing,
and 250 units were brought back online. This can now be extended to help low-income
Vermonters with loans to upgrade properties. These funds would be repaid when the
properties were sold. Rep. Killacky also noted that the moratorium on evictions will end 30 days
after the Emergency Rule ends. Exceptions to end of the moratorium on evictions include
evictions for safety reasons, criminal activity, a landlord wishing to move into a unit, and change
of ownership. Bill S-79 is now in Appropriations. The hope is to get it passed before
adjournment. Landlords would have to pay $35 per unit. If there is a registry in a landlord’s
town, that fee would be eliminated.
Mr. Dorn asked whether the City could access South Burlington information. Rep. Killacky said
he believes that municipalities can have access but individuals cannot.
5. Appoint South Burlington Representative to the Chittenden County Regional
Planning Commission:
Ms. Riehle noted that Chris Shaw is willing to continue to serve as CCRPC Representative.
Mr. Shaw outlined the SWSP (Clean Water Service Providers) initiative which CCRPC will by
monitoring. The intent is to keep pollutants out of Lake Champlain, the Connecticut River, etc.
He also noted that CCRPC is glad to have gotten through the past year and gotten some projects
done.
Ms. Emery then moved to appoint Chris Shaw as CCRPC Representative and to thank him for his
years of service. Mr. Barritt seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
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Ms. Riehle noted that Mr. Shaw is now Vice Chair of the CCRPC Board.
6. Presentation on Racial Discrimination in Housing:
Ms. Sarfo-Adu, a South Burlington High School student, presented a report on research she has
done regarding racial discrimination in housing. While doing an internship, she realized that a
lot of the homeowners in the suburban areas where she has lived don’t “look like me.” She
noted that housing discrimination takes many forms: people can be told a property is “not
available” when it actually is, people can subject to different financing arrangements, people
can be told “you won’t fit in,” or “you have to speak English,” or “you should live with people
who look like you,” or neighbors won’t like the smell of your food.” Even though there are legal
protections against discrimination such as the Civil Rights Act of 1968 and the Fair Housing Act,
it still happens.
Ms. Sarfo-Adu noted that even in the rise in home ownership in the 1930’s due to low interest
rates, this did not apply to African Americans. In South Burlington, Mayfair Park has a “white
only” rule (no longer in existence). In Vermont, the average “white income” is $62,500 while
the average African American income is $39,400. The highest African American income is equal
to the lowest white person’s income. 64% of white persons in Vermont own their own homes
while only 17% of African American do.
Ms. Sarfo-Adu said the result of these figures is that whites and black are segregated, and
ghettos are created with poor health conditions, poor schools, and the inability to build
generational wealth. In white communities, parents can use the equity in their home to send
their children to college while fewer such opportunities are available to African Americans.
The process to address these inequities can take a long time, and only a small percentage of
complaints under HUD and the Vermont Human Rights Act go to court as it is very hard to prove
discrimination. Ms. Sarfo-Adu urged people to speak up against unfair practices and unfair
zoning regulations. She noted that her presentation is now being used as part of a lesson plan
in a number of schools.
Ms. Dooley asked if Ms. Sarfo-Adu was surprised to learn how the government has participated
in discrimination. Ms. Sarfo-Adu said she wasn’t, but she was surprised that more people
weren’t aware of this.
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7. Continued Public Hearing: Interim Zoning Application #IZ-21-01 of Alan K. Long for
development of two existing lots totaling 39.21 acres, each developed with a
single-family home. The development consists of removal of the 2 existing homes
and construction of up to 49 dwelling units in a combination of single-family, two-
family and small multi-family buildings in a development area of approximately 17
acres and a conservation area of approximately 22 acres. 1720 and 1730 Spear
Street:
Sen. Chittenden moved to open the public hearing. Mr. Barritt seconded. Motion passed
unanimously.
Mr. Long said this is a family project for an infill development between South Point and South
Village on Spear St. They are proposing 49 clustered units (68 are allowed). Mr. Long noted that
the majority of the property is conserved under NRP zoning and habitat blocks. They are
preserving old-growth forest at the top of the ridge. There has been wildlife in that copse of
trees, and a path is proposed through the trees into the Great Swamp area. The project will
have some affordable units, reasonably priced for young families.
Ms. Riehle noted receipt of letters from the public, both positive and negative.
Ms. Black-Plumeau urged approval of the project as it will provide much needed housing and is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. The 5 inclusionary units are very important at this
time as the cost of housing is unaffordable for most people.
Mr. Giebink opposed the project. He felt it was not infill and not “neighborhood housing”
because of the large parking lot. He also felt the project should be dealt with at the DRB level.
Mr. Chalnick agreed and noted significant natural resources on the site.
Mr. MacDonald felt the project is inconsistent with 3 of the 6 standards. He felt the 7 homes
east of Parkside Drive are inconsistent with South Point where no houses face Parkside. He was
also concerned with cars using the South Point/Spear Street intersection and with
environmental limitation.
Mr. Staunton cited the increase in traffic on Spear Street and said that is deteriorating the
quality of life.
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Ms. Dooley said it is her understanding that the project complies with the new planning
standards being developed by the Planning Commission. She also noted a member of the DRB
did describe the project as “infill” as did the owner of South Village. She said there is a plan for
a garden on prime ag soil. She didn’t feel the opponents’ comments equal in weight the
comments of the DRB. She also noted the Affordable Housing Committee is 100% in favor of
the project.
Ms. Greco opposed the project and noted that the Interim Zoning Open Space Committee
identified this parcel as one of the top 20 to be preserved.
Mr. Trombly said the Affordable Housing Committee liked the multiple housing types which fits
in with where the market is going.
Mr. Cota cited the limits of what the City Council can do. They cannot approve or deny the
project; they can only allow it to go to preliminary plat where the DRB will review everything.
Following final plat hearings, the project could be appealed to the Environmental Court. If the
Council votes no, the applicant will wait until November and the DRB will approve it because it
matches the new regulations.
Sen. Chittenden asked Mr. Conner to speak to the matching of the project with proposed
regulations.
Mr. Conner said the Longs have attended and participated in many Planning Commission
hearings and are aware of habitat blocks and of the option to exchange one area for a higher
quality forested area. They have also been following discussions regarding PUDs and variety of
housing types and connectivity between neighborhoods. They are also working with State
wetland people to meet State and local regulations.
Ms. Riehle said the Council hopes to have final rules for adoption by November. Since the
proposed regulations are not law yet, she would be more comfortable putting off a decision
until the outcomes of Interim Zoning are agreed upon so people can be in alignment with them.
Ms. Emery said this parcel meets the 5 criteria for conservation and is an important habitat for
wildlife. 90% of the parcel was identified as priority.
Mr. Conner said if the Council continues the hearing, the applicant can withdraw and reapply
under the new regulations or the Council could deliberate and discuss what to do.
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Mr. Dorn noted that if the Council waits until Interim Zoning expires, the Council jurisdiction
goes away.
Sen. Chittenden said he sees tis as a smart development, and the Longs have the right to do
that. He asked if there is a negative impact to the Longs if the Council closes the hearing. Mr.
Conner said the DRB won’t look at this project any differently if the Council closes the hearing.
They rule only on the regulations in place at the time.
Mr. Long said they have seen South Point go up in their backyard, highly clustered as their
proposal. Then they saw South Village go up on their southern border. He felt it was not the
Longs responsibility to provide open space for those developments. Mr. Long also noted that
South Point built 17 of their 31 houses in a Class 2 wetland buffer or a Class 3 wetland. He
added that they respect the work of the Open Space Committee, but one weakness in their
approach is that they labeled a whole parcel instead of indicating where significant resources
are. Both South Point and South Village developed on conservation areas. Mr. Long also noted
the 2 stubs of road from those 2 developments are lined up perfectly for this project to connect.
Mr. Cota felt it was appropriate to close and issue a decision. He felt it was a good project but
could be better and felt the DRB can help make it better.
Mr. Cota then moved to close IZ-21-01. Ms. Emery seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Conner said he will schedule a time for the Council to deliberate.
8. Resolution and accompanying documents related to Council appointments to
South Burlington Boards, Commissions and Committees:
Members reviewed the Resolution presented by Ms. Emery and made the following changes:
a. The terms “citizen” and “non-citizen” were changed to“US resident/non-US
resident
b. Members agreed to strike the language that did not allow non-US residents
to attend executive sessions as the committees on which they can serve do
not meet in executive session
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c. Since both the DRB and Planning Commission are governed by regulations in
the City Charter, they were eliminated from committees on which minors and
non-US residents can serve
d. Committee membership was deemed to be open to “all persons as long as
they are residents of South Burlington”
Ms. Emery moved to approve the Resolution as amended. Sen. Chittenden seconded. Motion
passed unanimously.
9. Interview with applicants for appointment to South Burlington Boards,
Committees and Commissions:
The Council interviewed the following persons for appointment to Boards, Committees and
Commissions:
a. Rebecca Stazi ……………………….Library Board of Trustees
b. Tom Bailey ………………………….. Economic Development Committee
c. Siram Srinivasan …………………. Energy Committee; Economic Development
Committee
d. Tim Perrin …………………………… Energy Committee
e. Kate Bailey ………………………….. Energy Committee; Bike-Ped Committee
f. Amanda Holland ………………….. Public Art Committee; Bike-Ped Committee
g. Katherine Boyle ……………………. Natural Resources Committee
h. Frank Kochman ……………………. Development Review Board
i. Andre Gutierez …………………….. Bike/Ped Committee
j. Darrilyn Peters ……………………… Affordable Housing Committee
k. Minelle Sarfo-Adu ….................Affordable Housing Committee
l. Janet Bellevance …………………… Affordable Housing Committee
m. Mike Simoneau …………………….. Parks & Recreation Committee
10. Presentation and Council discussion regarding a proposed rental housing
ordinance:
Ms. Conley spoke to the Council regarding protecting neighborhoods with rental properties
where there are issues. She noted there are no ordinances in the city regarding people who
rent properties and owners who choose not to take action when there are problems.
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Ms. Conley outlined the issues she and her family faced with a neighbor with mental health
issues. The home owners, parents of the neighbor, refused to get involved, and police had no
means to address the issues.
Chief Burke said the neighbor in question went off his treatment and became uncontrollable.
He is now in jail for assault issues, but the fear is what will happen when he gets out as there is
no recourse to have the owners/parents accept responsibility.
Ms. Conley said if there was a City Ordinance, the owners could be engaged, but there is no
accountability now. She added that the City of Burlington does have an Ordinance to cover such
a situation. She suggested several possible courses of action:
a. Create an Ordinance with appropriate provisions
b. Create a Housing Ordinance
c. Help foster community engagement and work to understand the limitations
of private citizens to handle these matters with civil actions
Ms. Conley stressed that property owners need to be involved in solving problems and need to
be held accountable. She also stressed that the goal should be to “engage,” not “punish.” She
suggested the city look at Burlington’s model. Not having this kind of accountability put her
family through 9 months of hell and cost them thousands of dollars in legal fee and fencing, etc.
to protect the family.
Ms. Riehle felt that Bill S-79 is a start, but more is needed so people feel and are safe. She
noted that if S-79 passes, there will be a rental registry, but she felt the Council should still
pursue ordinances.
Mr. Dorn suggested reviewing Burlington’s Ordinance and possibly having the Affordable
Housing Committee look at S-79.
Mr. Barritt asked if there is anything the Council could legislate that would have fixed the
problem. Mr. Dorn said this gets into many issues of mental health, and there are spaces that
are “inaccessible” under the law. The City cannot require an emergency evaluation.
Chief Burke said the leverage the City could have is to pull the Certificate of Occupancy in this
kind of situation.
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Members agreed to move forward to get a baseline and see what can be done.
11. Consider and possibly approve an amendment to the City’s PPE Resolution:
As there was no urgency, members agreed to put off addressing this issue until the first Council
meeting in June.
12. Councilors’ Reports from Committee Assignments:
No reports were presented.
13. Other Business:
Mr. Barritt asked about the charge for the antenna tower. Mr. Hubbard explained this is leased
space where equipment is stored. It is an annual fee.
Mr. Barritt also asked about an $86,000 payment for Stafford & Sons. Mr. Hubbard said he
believed this was for drilling wells for geothermal. He will check on this.
Mr. Barritt also expressed concern with stormwater plumbing on Long Drive as there is a pit
filled with water.
As there was no further business to come before the Council Mr. Barritt moved to adjourn.
Ms. Emery seconded. Motion passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 10:58
p.m.
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Clerk
CITY COUNCIL 6 JULY 2021
The South Burlington City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, 6 July 2021, at 6:30
p.m., in the Conference Room of the Police Station, Gregory Drive, and by Go to Meeting
remote participation.
MEMBERS PRESENT: H. Riehle, Chair; M. Emery, T. Barritt, M. Cota
ALSO PRESENT: J. Baker, City Manager; A. Bolduc, Deputy City Manager; P. Conner, Director of
Planning & Zoning; Chief S. Burke, Police Department; D. Wheeler, Stormwater Superintendent;
T. DiPietro, Deputy Director of Environmental Services; J. Louisos, B. Zigmund, C. Gardner, J.
Chin, D. Peters, J. Chin, A. Jensen-Vargs, D. Leban, C. Tronbly, B. Britt, Wayne, R. Greco, B. Sirvis,
Dr. T. Childs, G. Silverstein, Joel, M. Mittag, K. Ryder, R. Gonda, S. Crowley, E. Long, J. Simson, S.
Dooley M. Kunin, A. Chalnick, B. Milizia, L. Kupferman, A. Landauer, V. Bolduc, C. Lisman, S.
Dopp, J. Larkin D. Long, N. Gellen, M. More, M. Bezio, S. O’Neill
1. Additions, deletions or changes in the order of Agenda items:
Ms. Riehle noted that a special guest will be arriving at about 7:30.
2. Comments and questions from the public not related to the agenda:
Mr. Chin urged the Council to keep climate change at the forefront of its work. He said the
problem will only get worse. He would like South Burlington to be a net zero city that
contributes no greenhouse gases to the environment. There should be a transition to net zero
buildings and development that reduces the miles traveled.
Ms. Zigmund noted the hundreds of people in the northwest with heat-related issues, including
drownings of people trying to escape the heat.
Ms. Leban noted that because of efforts of the Vermont Climate Council, budgeting for the state
and local municipalities will be different with consideration of carbon reduction.
Ms. Greco read a paragraph from “All We Can Save.” She cited development in the Southeast
Quadrant as “suburban sprawl,” including green PUDs.
Mr. Crowley echoed the previous speakers and questioned the safety of outdoor workers and
whether air conditioning is needed in schools.
Mr. Gonda noted an article in Vermont Digger about trading credits for forest protection. He
felt if landowners got together, there could be some credits for forest protection.
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3. Announcements and City Manager’s Report:
Mr. Barritt: Attended the renaming of the Underwood property to the Thomas Hubbard
Park.
Also attended the Economic Development Committee meeting at which Art
Klugo spoke regarding Beta’s future plans.
Ms. Riehle: Also attended the Park naming.
Attended the first 2021 SOBU night out and found people very excited about
gathering again.
Ms. Baker: Thanked people for their patience in dealing with hybrid meetings tonight and 19
July. Servers will be moving on 14 July, so the next meeting will be warned on 13 July.
There may be a need for a short City Council meeting on 23 July before the grand
opening in order to set the tax rate.
There will be a “day of service” for City employees on 14 July.
The Governor has signed Act 73 which will extend the TIF debt limit an additional
year.
The construction of the shared use path on Allen Road will begin on 12 July.
The Wheeler “way-finding” signage is just about complete.
The City is supporting a Yale University climate study at Hubbard Park, so the
area will not be mowed.
Reminder: Grand Opening of 180 Market Street will on 23 July, 4:30 p.m.
4. Consent Agenda:
a. Consider and sign Disbursements
b. Consider and possibly approve application for Building Better Communities
Grant from City Clerk
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c. Authorize the City to award Public Works Engineering Service contracts in the
eight categories outlined in the attached document to the qualified consultants
as outlined
d. Appoint Councilor Tim Barritt to Queen City Park Road Bike/Ped Scoping Study
Advisory Committee
e. Approve Resolution Honoring the Service of Tom Hubbard and naming the park
at Spear Street and Nowland Farm Road the Thomas H. Hubbard Recreation
and Natural Area
f. Approve and accept the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund Certification
including the appointing of Jessie Baker as the Authorized Representative and
Martha Machar as the Contact Person
Ms. Emery asked about a reimbursement to R. Ingalls. Mr. Bolduc said he would check on that.
Ms. Emery then moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Mr. Barritt seconded.
Motion passed 4-0.
5. Discussion and consideration of the Planning Commission’s guidance for the land
use intentions in the Southeast Quadrant:
Mr. Conner reviewed the history. He noted that the Commission held a public hearing in May
and has been working on comments made at that hearing.
Mr. Conner noted there are 8 areas that contain buildable land, and there is a question as to
what will happen there. They could be built as neighborhoods, as neighborhoods with
additional open space, or principally as open space for the foreseeable future. The Planning
Commission is not unanimous in its thinking. Mr. Conner noted that what the Council received
in its packet represents the majority of opinion.
Ms. Louisos noted that the Council also tasked the Commission with overhauling the PUD
process, and the Commission is interested in knowing where the PUD tools would make sense.
Mr. Trombly said that when thinking about housing and environmental protection, the goal
should be for everyone to succeed. He noted that one of his sisters lives in emergency housing,
an hour away from her care-giver, his brother lives an hour away from his employment, and his
other sister moved out of state where housing is more affordable. He stressed that the Council
can make an impact on voters by supporting affordable housing.
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Ms. Louisos said the Commission has been focused on environmental standards; they are now
trying to transition to the other tasks (e.g., PUDs, Master Plans, subdivisions, etc.). She said it is
a “push-pull” as to how both fit within the city.
Ms. Emery said the map being show resembles pieces identified by the Open Space Committee
as important to conserve at a value to the city of $200,000,000 over 20 years. She felt that
PUDs should limit the amount of impervious surfaces as much as possible.
The 8 parcels in question were roughly identified as follows:
#1. South end of Butler Farms
#2. Area adjacent to Cider Mill 2
#3. Mostly single-family homes
#4. Parcels south of Nowland Farm Rd. and south of Dorset Farms
#5. Cider Mill Market/Deli
#6. South of Cider Mill/Scott property
` #7. Long property on Spear St.
#8. Spear/Swift, Spear Meadows neighborhood (fully approved)
Mr. Cota asked if there are any covenants that would restrict development or any planned
developments.
(Discussion was suspended here to welcome a special guest and convene a public hearing
warned for 7:30).
Ms. Riehle welcomed former Governor Madeline Kunin to the first meeting of the City’s first
female City Manager.
Ms. Kunin congratulated Ms. Baker and recalled fond memories of Jessie’s mother who worked
as a Legislative Counsel while she was pregnant with Jessie. Ms. Kunin also said that the
hardest work is local politics.
Ms. Riehle noted that Ms. Kunin has recently published a book of poetry and asked her to read
one of the poems. Ms. Kunin read “Blue Sky” which she wrote during the pandemic.
Ms. Baker said that her mother is on the phone listening. She also attributed her choice of
career to Ms. Kunin’s influence.
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6. Public Hearing on the proposed Ordinance Regulating the Use of the Public and
Private Sanitary Sewerage and Stormwater Systems and the Stormwater Upgrade
Feasibility Analysis. Following the public hearing, possible approval of Ordinance
and Analysis as presented:
Mr. Wheeler said the State has now finalized its permit, and the city now wants to bring is
permits up to the State standard. The ordinance includes a cost-sharing policy.
Mr. Barritt asked if there is a time-line for homeowners’ associations that are not in compliance
to get caught up. Mr. Wheeler said the State has deadlines which depend on where you are
located within the city. Mr. Barritt asked whether homeowners’ associations will have to share
in the costs as regulations get tighter. Mr. Wheeler said they will.
Ms. Emery asked how long it would take for the city to react to a stormwater event. Mr.
Wheeler explained the process for various levels of storms and resultant pollutants. Ms. Emery
asked if the city is ready for a Katrina or Irene. Mr. Wheeler said there are regulations to ensure
petroleum products are properly stored. Mr. DiPietro added that as to technical standards, as
the average storm changes, the regulations change, and this is updated annually.
Mr. Mittag asked if there are neighborhoods that are not in compliance and their discharges are
polluting the Lake. Mr. DiPietro said there are a number of neighborhoods not up to
compliance. The Ordinance is trying to get them there. He stressed that there is definitely
more work to be done.
Mr. Wheeler said the Ordinance does not address whether culverts and bridges are adequate.
Ms. Riehle said they should look into that. Mr. Wheeler said they are increasing the minimum
culvert size. This happened on Market Street. He stressed that the important thing now is to
get permits up to date so property can be transferred.
Mr. Cota moved to approve the Proposed Ordinance Regulating the Use of the Pubic and Private
Sanitary Sewerage and Stormwater Systems and the Stormwater Upgrade Feasibility Analysis.
Mr. Barritt seconded. Motion passed 4-0.
Members then returned to the discussion under item #4:
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Mr. Conner responded to Mr. Cota’s question regarding private easements. He said they are
outside the regulatory tool. There is an agreement regarding additional development at Dorset
Heights, and in Area #4, the 2 northern properties are restricted to 9 homes each.
Mr. Cota then asked about regulatory tools and what they are. Mr. Conner responded that in
addition to regulatory tools, the city could buy and conserve land. He then enumerated the
following regulatory tools:
a. The NRP District
b. Adjustment of underlying zoning districts
c. Environmental protection standards
d. PUD tools including Neighborhood PUDs and Conservation PUDs
Mr. Conner noted that the Conservation PUD allows for conservation to be identified at the
time of development. Mr. Conner also noted some areas on the map that could become
neighborhoods.
Ms. Emery said the Open Space Committee prioritized areas for conservation and said she is
seeing dense development in those areas.
Ms. Louisos reminded the Council that they also commissioned an economic report regarding
compact development. She also stressed that when the Commission talks about
“neighborhoods,” they don’t necessarily mean dense development.
Mr. Barritt said as you go south into the Southeast Quadrant (SEQ), you get closer to the area
near Shelburne Pond, most of which is already conserved. There are other areas where the
Council asked for Conservation PUDs which provide housing for people who need it. Mr. Barritt
said there is an opportunity when you have services in an adjacent neighborhood, for a new
neighborhood so the land isn’t squandered. He stressed the need to balance between “green
and livability.”
Mr. Conner said the Commission looked at each of the 8 areas. He pointed out the areas in pink
which are largely conservation with minimal future development. Other areas for compact
future development were also identified. Mr. Conner noted that UVM has offered to have a
discussion regarding UVM-owned properties, so the Commission made no recommendations
about those properties.
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Mr. Conner said that the 25 parcels identified by the Open Space Committee are important, but
from a regulatory point of view, the city cannot look at individually owned properties. Ms.
Emery agreed that the 25 properties shouldn’t be wholly conserved, but she said they should be
treated differently. She felt that affordable housing should go where jobs and transportation
exist.
Mr. Barritt said that at this point in time Common Roots and Bread & Butter Farm are providing
food for many people. Stormwater people are doing a great job making sure water is still
drinkable. There is good infrastructure, and this is a growing community, and there are areas
for housing. He cited the O’Brien Hillside development as doing a very good job for a variety of
people.
Mr. Cota said he sees an optimistic scenario. He cited the inclusionary zoning area which can be
expanded, and there are a lot of local landowners with a connection to the land. He felt the city
can work with them to develop responsibly and to protect the environment.
Ms. Louisos asked if the Council had specific feedback on the 8 areas. Ms. Riehle said she was
comforted to see the “pink areas.” She also noted that the Commission’s process has been
public and has inclusionary viewpoints. Mr. Mittag said all of those parcels can be farmed to
grow food for a number of communities. Mr. Mittag also noted that the Council’s acceptance of
the Open Space Report provided no regulatory authority. The Planning Commission accepted
what the Arrowwood Report recommended.
Ms. Louisos said the Commission did read the Interim Zoning reports. She stressed that it is not
appropriate to regulate by parcel boundaries. That was why the Arrowwood Report was
commissioned. She also noted that the Council has the ability to use parcel-based information
(e.g., for purchase).
Ms. Emery asked about grasslands which she felt should be preserved. Mr. Conner said if you
let them be, they will become forested. If you farm them, they won’t be wildlife habitat. Mr.
Mittag said all you need to do to maintain a grassland is mow it every few years.
Mr. Larkin said he appreciates how hard everyone is working on this issue. He cited the need to
balance conservation and livability, which he felt is possible.
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Ms. Dooley said she feels the part of Interim Zoning that related to PUDs is as important as the
conservation part. She said the Commission hasn’t done any work on changing boundaries of
the NRP districts. She didn’t see enough time on the schedule for that.
7. Council Consideration and possible action on a Resolution to Establish a
Committee on Common Area for Dogs:
Ms. Emery said she spoke with Betty Milizia, and they feel a committee on common areas for
dogs is needed. The committee would keep an eye on dog parks for repairs, fencing, etc.
Mr. Cota felt it was a fantastic idea which he supports.
Ms. Baker noted that currently the Dog Park Committee is staffed by Public Works. She
suggested this can be considered more in the future. The Recreation Department will not now
be staffing that committee. Ms. Rees said the Rec Department would connect and support as
needed.
Mr. Cota moved to adopt the Resolution to Establish a Committee on Common Area for Dogs as
presented. Mr. Barritt seconded. Motion passed 4-0.
Ms. Milizia said she appreciates the support. She expressed concern with how some
developments have put in places for dogs. She stressed that it takes more than just throwing up
a fence. She also noted there are only 8 dog-bag dispensers in the city.
8. Council Consideration and possible action on a Resolution related to the City’s Fair
and Impartial Policing Policy:
Ms. Riehle reviewed the history.
Mr. Barrit moved to adopt the Resolution related to the City’s Fair and Impartial Policing Policy
as presented. Mr. Cota seconded. Motion passed 4-0.
9. Discuss and provide direction to staff on the Trinity Education Center’s proposal to
start the INFINITE Center – a daily youth drop-in center and after-school program:
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Ms. Emery introduced Dr. Travia Childs and noted she is the Director of Trinity Education Center.
One if its projects is to provide youth with a safe space, healthy choices, friendship. Ms. Emery
also noted there is a lot of grant funding available for such projects.
Dr. Child said the city has no place for kids to go. She noted that Trinity is a youth-run program
which gives young people a place to be with their peers and to do what they enjoy doing. There
can be special workshops, etc. Dr. Child noted she has a meeting at UMall regarding space. She
asked the Council for $8982.00 in seed money.
Ms. Riehle noted the School District will soon have the current City Hall building and suggested
the possibility of the large conference room. Dr. Child said that hasn’t been discussed, but she
noted young people may want to be “away from school.”
Ms. Emery noted that Essex provides a space upstairs from its municipal offices. The space has
a pool table, kitchen, couches. They also do field trips.
Ms. Baker said from a policy/implementation point of view, there would have to be a Council
vote to move forward. She said she will provide the Council with an idea of where funding
could come from. She noted that the city’s current insurance carrier won’t cover this use, so
that would have to be figured in.
Ms. Riehle noted a question in the Chat Box as to whether there is a youth panel. Dr. Child said
not yet.
Mr. Cota said this is important work which he supports.
Ms. Rees said this is a great opportunity, and they are always looking to infuse programming.
Ms. Emery noted that the Rotary Club is working with Dr. Child as they do with the Essex
program.
Members supported asking Mr. Baker to put together a dollar figure.
10. Convene as Liquor Control Commission to consider the following: The Old Post
(outdoor music) update to Approved Entertainment License:
Mr. Barritt moved to convene as Liquor Control Board. Ms. Emery seconded. Motion passed 4-0
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Ms. Emery noted a concern from residents of the area regarding ambient noise.
Mr. Cota identified the property as the former Franny-O’s.
Ms. Landauer said she lives in the nearby condos and is concerned with the noise. They are
doing multiple concerts a week at times when people are outside or have windows open. For
people who go to bed before 10 p.m., this would disrupt their sleep. She also noted an
apartment building across the street from this location. She suggested limiting the number of
concerts allowed per week.
Ms. O’Neill, representing herself and her Arthur Court neighbors, said that when she walked her
dog at night she wondered where the music was coming from. She is very concerned with an
outdoor venue and said she thinks it goes beyond the 10 p.m. closing sometimes. She also
noted that the Humane Society is just above this location as well as a low-income complex. Ms.
O’Neill was concerned that this was approved with very little concern for the impact.
Mr. Riehle stressed that this use has not been approved. Ms. O’Neill said there have been
concerts there for weeks.
Mr. Bolduc said he drove by this weekend. There is an electrical and fire approval. It would be
an amendment to the existing entertainment permit.
Ms. Riehle said the Council allowed the outdoor area to serve alcohol.
Ms. Baker said they have approvals to build the structure. There is no approval for outdoor
music. She said this is the first time she has heard that there is already music there.
Ms. Riehle said she wouldn’t approve it tonight and would ask Chief Burke to look into it and
clarify with the owners what is happening. She would then want to limit when there can be
music. She would not support 7 days, Noon to 10 p.m.
Ms. Baker anticipated this would be on the 19 July agenda.
Ms. Emery moved to reconvene as City Council. Mr. Barritt seconded. Motion passed 4-0.
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11. Councilors’ Reports from Committee Assignments:
Ms. Riehle: She was informed today that Airport Director Gene Richards has been put on
administrative leave for a “personnel issue.” Nick Longo is acting as Director in his place.
American Airlines will be adding direct flights to Miami and Dallas in the fall.
12. Other Business:
No other business was presented.
As there was no further business to come before the Council Mr. Cota moved to adjourn. Ms.
Emery seconded. Motion passed 4-0. The meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m.
_________________________________
Clerk
South Burlington Land Trust
dedicated to preserving South Burlington’s forests, wetlands, farmlands and
other natural areas through landowner preservation agreements and other
conservation vehicles to maintain city residents’ high quality of life.
South Burlington Land Trust Inc. is a 501 (c) (3) non profit organization:
Tax ID # 75-3133866. 500 Cheese Factory Rd., South Burlington VT 05403
Jessie Baker, So. Burlington City Manager
So. Burlington City Hall
180 Market St.
So. Burlington, VT 05403
Dear Ms. Baker,
The South Burlington Land Trust respectfully asks for the opportunity to address the South
Burlington City Council as part of their agenda on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021. We would like to
present a power point (attached). The essence of the presentation is a proposal we would ask be
put before the voters to boost the funds contained in the Open Space (Conservation) Fund. The
reasons for the proposal are many, but chief among them are the identification of priority open
spaces through the interim zoning process, the fact that we do not yet have an action plan to
respond to these findings before interim zoning is completed, the desire to demonstrate the City's
continued commitment to conservation options for land owners, and last but most important, the
need to respond locally to the global climate emergency which has become so much more
imperitive in the past year.
The key elements of the proposal are:
1) A temporary increase of 4 cents on the municipal tax rate
2) The increase to be for four years only
3) The increased funds to be used solely for the purchase of open space and natural resource
land
4) A special election in October to bring this opportunity to the voters
5) The timing of the vote intended to focus attention on this hugely important issue and
establish an action plan prior to the completion of IZ
6) The City CAN pursue both open space conservation and development goals and enhance the
quality of life all our citizens should be able to enjoy
Thank you for considering our request to bring this before the Council and ultimately before the
voters.
Sincerely,
Sarah L. Dopp, President of the South Burlington Land Trust
Board of Directors
President
Sarah Dopp
Treasurer
Michael Mittag
Secretary
Karen Ryder
Janet Bellavance
John Bossange
Alyson Chalnick
Rosanne Greco
Allan Strong
4 For Four
How to raise $6 million for land conservation and
climate change mitigation
This proposal is to ASK THE VOTERS through a special
election in October to temporarily increase the open
space fund by 4 cents for four years to purchase natural
resource lands and mitigate climate change impacts
Why?
➢Respond to key information that came to light during Interim Zoning
➢Respond to the climate emergency -drought, heat waves, flooding,
fires, etc
Why Now?
➢Leave a legacy for our children
➢Plan NOW for a sustainable future
➢Finish the work of Interim Zoning
S. Burlington Citizens Consistently Support Land Conservation
Bolduc, V. 2018. South Burlington Exit Poll, Midterm Elections, November 6, 2018.
https://cms6.revize.com/revize/southburlington/Planning/Project%20Docs/Exit%20Poll%20PP%202018%20Bolduc%20Final.pdf
In 2018, 82% of
residents said they
would be willing to pay
an extra $100 in
property taxes to tackle
climate change
Brief History of South Burlington’s Conservation
Fund
➢2000: Voters approved a 1 cent permanent tax for a Conservation Fund (Open
Space Fund)to preserve open land and natural areas (currently raises approximately
$310K annually)
➢2005-2018: City purchased the Leduc Farm (with partners, SB $500K), Scott Property
(SB $970K), Goodrich Property (SB $62.5K), Underwood Property (SB $1.66M),
Auclair Farm (with partners SB $606K)
➢2008: Alteration #1:Use of CF money approved to purchase land for recreational as
well as conservation purposes
➢2010: Alteration #2:Use of 5% of CF money approved for maintenance of land
➢2016: Alteration #3:Approved borrowing $1.3 M over 10 years to fund enhancement
projects on open lands and natural areas; debt to be repaid from CF money (not to
exceed 50% annually)
Land conservation has positive effects on the climate,
the environment, the economy, and society
Photo: Elizabeth Milizia
Conserving Land Mitigates Climate Change Impacts
➢Cooling temperatures through preserving shade trees and decreasing
impervious surfaces
➢Sequestering carbon in trees, soils, grasslands, wetlands
➢Decreasing extreme weather events like flooding, heat domes, fires
Climate change is impacting Vermont NOW
(air quality, algae blooms, drought, flooding)
South Burlington needs to be proactive and prepared for these challenges
Conserving Land has Environmental Benefits
➢Forests: erosion control, nutrient cycling, carbon sequestration, air purification
➢Wetlands and riparian habitat: mitigation of heavy rainfall/snowmelt events,
sediment and nutrient retention, water purification, erosion control
➢Grasslands: pollinator habitat, soil accretion, bird habitat
➢Soil conservation: carbon sequestration, nutrient cycling, food production
➢Biodiversity: ecological balance minimizes destructive non-native species
Conserving Land has Social Benefits
➢Gift to the next generation
➢Recreational opportunities
➢Spiritual well-being
➢Mental and physical health
➢Cleaner air and water
➢Nutritious food from fertile soil
➢Reduced sprawl, traffic congestion, traffic pollution and less fossil fuels use
Social benefits of open lands became obvious during the pandemic
Conserving Land has Economic Benefits
➢Non-market value of ecosystem services provided by 20 priority parcels
deliver between $5 million to $16 million in benefits annually
➢Cumulative values over next twenty years is conservatively estimated at $73
million to $240 million
➢Vermont study found that every state dollar invested in land conservation
returned $9 in natural goods and services
➢Ecosystem services are fundamental to a functioning economy
➢Growth in the City budget is not sustainable
Sources:: Molden, O., Fletcher, A., Cousins, K. Natural Capital Valuation of Interim Zoning Open Space Parcels for the City of South Burlington, Vermont. 2020. Earth Economics. Tacoma, WA: Erickson, J., and J. Roman. 2015. Economics of Conservation in Vermont. Final Report to the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources. Available online at https://fpr.vermont.gov/sites/fpr/files/Recreation/Learn_More/Library/Economics%20of%20conservation%20report%20final7_8_15.pdf.
4 For Four Proposal
➢Adding 4 cents for four years accrues approximately $6 million
➢Provides the city money to purchase some high priority lands
➢Signals that South Burlington is serious about land conservation
➢Gives landowners more options for their land
➢Steers future development to city growth areas
○Minimizes sprawl, traffic congestion, and disproportionate demands on
city services
○Does not stop development
➢South Burlington Land Trust will partner with the city to help the public
understand the proposal and advocate for voter approval
What will this cost city tax payers?
➢Additional four cents will increase the
○median condo tax by $33 per tax bill ($99 annually)
○median single family home tax by $52.60 per tax bill ($158 annually)
➢Less than $9/month for condo owners and less than $14/month for single
family homeowners
Conclusion
➢South Burlington has conducted a rigorous three year process to identify
natural resource lands and ways to conserve them
○Open Space IZ Committee identified the highest valued lands to conserve
○To date, City has no plan on how to conserve these priority lands
➢Purchasing land is feasible and fair to all
➢SBLT requests the Council use the democratic process and allow the voters
to decide
South Burlington can be a leader in the climate crisis
Conserving land creates a cleaner, affordable, healthier future
-NOW IS THE TIME TO ASK THE PEOPLE-
Date: July 28, 2021
To: South Burlington City Council
From: Donna Kinville, City Clerk
Re: List for unlicensed dogs and cats
Annually every municipality in the State must attempt to register all dogs with a due date of April 1st. South
Burlington City Council passed an ordinance to also register cats. Up until the pandemic hit, we saw an increase
each year since 2012 in the number of pets registered. Then the pandemic hit and in 2020 we registered 106 less
dogs than the year before although cat registrations were up. We have rebounded back some from 2020 but not
quite to 2019 levels. Our dog registration is down 78 dogs as of June 30th’s numbers and cats are up 32 compared
to 2019. During the Governor’s executive order, we were not allowed to collect late fees until 90 days after the
order expired, which means we cannot charge late fees until September 15th. We have notified residents by the
following methods: a full-sized insert in the Other Paper, 3 advertisements in the Other Paper, 5 Front Porch
Forum postings, sign on Dorset St, City’s website, 5 e-mails and a postcard to delinquent dog owners in an
attempt to educate and notify animal owners.
As per state law I am turning over to the City Council the warrant for unlicensed dogs and cats as of July 28, 2021:
Title 20: Internal Security and Public Safety
Chapter 193: DOMESTIC PET OR WOLF-HYBRID CONTROL
§3590. List of dogs and wolf-hybrids not licensed (b)… after May 30 shall furnish to the legislative body
a list of dogs and wolf-hybrids not licensed or inoculated as required by law. Owners shall also be
notified that unlicensed or uninoculated dogs or wolf-hybrids may be destroyed.
§ 3621. Issuance of warrant to impound; complaint (a) The legislative body of a municipality may at
any time issue a warrant to one or more police officers or constables, pound keepers, or elected or
appointed animal control officers, directing them to proceed forthwith to impound all dogs or wolf-
hybrids within the town or city not licensed according to the provisions of this subchapter, except as
exempted by section 3587 of this title, and to enter a complaint against the owners or keepers thereof.
A dog or wolf-hybrid impounded by a municipality under this section may be transferred to an animal
shelter or rescue organization for the purpose of finding an adoptive home for the dog or wolf-hybrid. If
the dog or wolf-hybrid cannot be placed in an adoptive home or transferred to a humane society or
rescue organization within ten days, or a greater number of days established by the municipality, the
dog or wolf-hybrid may be destroyed in a humane way. The municipality shall not be liable for expenses
associated with keeping the dog or wolf-hybrid at the animal shelter or rescue organization beyond the
established number of days.
The City’s Care and Control of Dogs and Cats ordinance has the following section:
4. Collar and License:
(C) A Dog or Cat not licensed by April 1, may be seized or detained by an Enforcement Official. A Dog or Cat will be kept
by the City, at the Owner’s expense, for a period of thirty (30) days to afford the Owner an opportunity to pay in full all fines,
penalties, fees and costs of what so ever kind, and to obtain a license and/or inoculation. At the end of the thirty (30) days, if
payment in full has not been received by the City, the Dog or Cat will be disposed of in a humane way or turned over to the
Humane Society.
This list is comprised of dogs and cats which were registered at some point during the past 2 years and have not
yet renewed their license in 2021. In addition to all the advertising prior to the registration date we have mailed
out postcards to all the residences listed below and we have gone through all of our sales during the past few
years as well as our voter records and removed those people who have moved from the city.
The following list contains 271 dogs and 55 cats for a total of 326 known unregistered animals.
It is now the City Council’s decision as to the degree that they wish to enforce the state statue and the City’s Dog
and Cat Ordinance. The City Clerk’s office has reached the limit of its enforcement abilities and the next stage of
enforcement (or non-enforcement) would be with the aid of the ACO, First Constable, Police Department or City
Council. Any additional mailings or paid advertising recommended by Council, would cause an overage in my
budget but the revenue of the new registrations should offset the new expense.
lastname firstname House # at # street pets name species
ADAMSON SUE 5 Scotsdale Rd ZINNIA FELINE
AGEE LAYLA 636 #2 Hinesburg Rd FELL CANINE
ALBERTSON MICHAEL 11 Harbor Ridge Rd SIZZLE CANINE
ALEXIS KYLAH E-14 Stonehedge Dr KARMA CANINE
ANDERSON DEBORAH 28 Brewer Parkway CRYSTAL CANINE
ANDERSON KERRY 3 Maple Ave TUGBOAT CANINE
ANTONIOTTI KATIE 370 Bay Crest Drive MOLLY CANINE
ARNOLD CHANNING J 376 #344 Quarry Hill Rd UNA CANINE
BAKER ELIZABETH 27 #202 Green Mountain Dr IZABELLA (IZZY) CANINE
BAKER ELIZABETH 27 #202 Green Mountain Dr TULIO FELINE
BANULIS KELSEY 30 Hawthorne Circle NEPHY FELINE
Barret Willard Holly 5 Ruth St Oscar CANINE
Barret Willard Holly 5 Ruth St Lucy CANINE
Barret Willard Holly 5 Ruth St Baxter CANINE
BECKWITH GAIL 370 #101 Farrell St BANA FELINE
BENNETT ELIZABETH 159 Juniper Dr SADIE LANE CANINE
BENOIT HANNAH 637 #6 Hinesburg Rd GIGI CANINE
BENOIT JODII 635 #323 Hinesburg Rd ABBY FELINE
BENOIT JODII 635 #323 Hinesburg Rd MIA CANINE
BENSON PAUL I-9 Stonehedge Dr ALFIE CANINE
BESSETTE FREDERICKA 412 226 Farrell St SCOOTER CANINE
BESSETTE FREDRICKA 412 #226 Farrell St CHLOE FELINE
BIELSA LOURDES 393 #D Patchen Rd SAFFO CANINE
BISHOP-VON WETTBERG KRISTIN 6 Oak Creek Dr ORIELLE CANINE
BISHOP-VON WETTBERG KRISTIN 6 Oak Creek Dr SEBASTIAN FELINE
BISHOP-VON WETTBERG KRISTIN 6 Oak Creek Dr ONYX FELINE
BISHOP-VON WETTBERG KRISTIN 6 Oak Creek Dr ROWAN FELINE
BISSON JOSEPH 146 #208 Market St DAISY CANINE
BLANCHETT PAULA 22 Davis Pkwy PANDORA "DORA" CANINE
BLODGETT SCOTT 18 Victory Dr SASHA CANINE
BOLTON KRISTEN Q-4 Grandview Dr MYLES CANINE
BOWEN JUDI 10 Logwood St BELLA CANINE
BOYLE RACHEL 637 #2 Hinesburg Rd ODIN CANINE
BRANA PAUL 10 Pinnacle Dr DARLA CANINE
BRANA PAUL 10 Pinnacle Dr RUDY CANINE
BRAUNEGG JUSTIN 370 216 Farrell St DUBLIN CANINE
BRESLEND NICOLE 26 Charles St KIDO CANINE
BRETON CYNDI 168 Stonington Circle SOPHIE CANINE
BROWN CHRISTINA 29 Whiteface St CARL CANINE
BROWN CHRISTINA 29 Whiteface St LUCY CANINE
BUDWAL GURSHINDER 28 Whiteface St CHARLIE CANINE
BUEL LEA 27 #207 Green Mountain Dr PHILIP CANINE
BUEL LEA 27 #207 Green Mountain Dr SPARKLES FELINE
BUEL LEA 27 #207 Green Mountain Dr PINEAPPLE FELINE
BUEL LEA 27 #207 Green Mountain Dr HEMI FELINE
BURES KRISTEN 4 Butler Dr SADIE CANINE
BURES KRISTEN 4 Butler Dr OTIS FELINE
BURES KRISTEN 4 Butler Dr OPAL FELINE
CALDWELL MAGGIE 1815 Spear St PEGGY-O CANINE
CALDWELL RYAN 49 McIntosh Ave MAX CANINE
Caner Molly 27 #119 Green Mountain Dr Bernie CANINE
CARLSON SHARON 6 Derby Circle ECHO CANINE
CARLSON SHARON 6 Derby Circle BANDIT CANINE
CARNEY-KNISELY SYDNEY 20 Pinnacle Dr ROCHELLE CANINE
CARRIGAN JOHN 580 Golf Course Rd FRANCOIS FELINE
CASEY DENNISE 5 Blue Star Lane MOLLY CANINE
CASEY DENNISE 5 Blue Star Lane SADIE CANINE
CASSIDY RICHARD 5 Lyons Ave SOPHIE ANN CANINE
CHALNICK ALYSON 670 Nowland Farm Rd OZZY CANINE
CHALNICK ALYSON 670 Nowland Farm Rd COCO CANINE
CHAMBERLAIN RACHAEL 99 209 Eldredge St SWAG CANINE
CHARBONNEAU STEVEN 6 Cedar Glen North ISO FELINE
CHARBONNEAU STEVEN 6 Cedar Glen North NORMA FELINE
CHARRON JEFF 99 #206 Eldredge St OLLIE CANINE
CHASE CHRIS 26 Clover St SAMMY CANINE
CHICOINE MONICA 19 Sebring Rd NIKE CANINE
CLARK ERIC 23 Woodcrest Dr JOSIE CANINE
CLARK SCOTT 635 #235 Hinesburg Rd FROSTY CANINE
COCHRAN HALE 47 Chipman St LUCY CANINE
COLEMAN WENDALL 69 #F7 Joy Dr BELLE FELINE
COLEMAN WENDALL 69 #F7 Joy Dr FLUFFY FELINE
COLTHARP CAMERON 375 #A Hinesburg Rd FINNA CANINE
CONTOIS NANCY 23 Cabot Court WILBUR CANINE
CONTOIS NANCY 23 Cabot Court BRUIN CANINE
COOLIDGE CHRISTOPHER 2 Hawthorne Circle SNOWFLAKE FELINE
COOLIDGE CHRISTOPHER 2 Hawthorne Circle CALLIE FELINE
CORBIN CAROL 635 #105 Hinesburg Rd SPOOF FELINE
CORBIN CAROL 635 #105 Hinesburg Rd FREDDIE FELINE
CORWIN JULIE 69 H-2 Joy Dr LOUIE FELINE
COSENO JASON 25 Country Club Drive TACO CANINE
COSENO JASON 25 Country Club Drive BRODY CANINE
CROUSE HILARY 345 #401 Farrell St JACOBY CANINE
CROWLEY NATHAN 630 #14 Hinesburg Rd RODGERS CANINE
CULVER KATHLEEN 87 Laurel Hill Dr LUKE CANINE
CURRIER
KAILIE
JACKSON G-1 Grandview Dr FINLEY CANINE
CYR MICHAEL 9 Mills Ave CHACO CANINE
CZEKAJ PETER 5 Iris Lane CHAMP CANINE
DARFLER LAYNE 78 319 Eastwood Drive DUDE CANINE
DARLING COLBY 631 102 Hinesburg Rd COOPER CANINE
DAUBENSCHMIDT MARK 68 Twin Oaks Terr JUSTICE CANINE
DEHM AARON 150 #133 Airport Road DUTCHESS CANINE
DENHARTOG CARLA 99 #304 Eldredge St BEN FELINE
DESAUTELS GREG 1820 B Shelburne Rd JACK CANINE
DIFERDINANDO JULIA 7 Wealthy Ave PETE CANINE
DION ERIC 320 Spear St BRUCE CANINE
DION ERIC 320 Spear St ANNI CANINE
DOUGLAS CAROL 40 Birch Street SHELBY CANINE
DOUGLAS ERIN 80 Black Lantern Lane PEARL CANINE
DOYLE-BURR CALEB 56 Pinnacle Dr FREUD CANINE
DRUZBA CECILE 26 Iby St ZEE CANINE
DUNNE BRONWYN 50 Park Rd MABON CANINE
EGGERT MICHAEL 99 South Jefferson HENRIETTA FELINE
EGGERT MICHAEL 99 South Jefferson HILDA CANINE
EUSTIS JOHN 1333 Shelburne Rd MILFORD FELINE
EVANS WES 13 Richard Terr COOKIE CANINE
Fitzhugh Eliza 32 Pheasant Way Limon Van Lexington CANINE
FLYNN MARY 36 Moss Glen Lane BRUIN CANINE
FLYNN RICHARD 11 Duchess Ave JOY CANINE
FLYNN RICHARD 11 Duchess Ave HOPE CANINE
FOGARTY DONNA 14 Mayfair St SADIE CANINE
FOSTER GREGORY 1807 Spear St MOXIE CANINE
FRANCKE ANDREW 25 #406 Bacon Street SUZY CANINE
FREDETTE SAM 100 #12 Kennedy Dr TIBERIUS CANINE
FUCILE LYN 101 Irish Cove Rd LAYLA CANINE
FULLER VICTORIA 412 #229 Farrell St ROCKY FELINE
GABER KAMALA 59 Twin Oaks Terr TAAJ CANINE
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GAGNON BERNARD 4 Myers Court MOLLY CANINE
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JACQUES CASEY 633 #2 Hinesburg Rd WILLOW CANINE
JENSEN SARAH 410 Golf Course Rd TIGGER CANINE
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MCCARTHY CANDACE 7 Worcester St FORREST CANINE
MCCARTHY DANIEL 633 #102 Hinesburg Rd OSKAR FELINE
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MOTT TRAVIS 11 Chelsea Cir BELLA CANINE
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NIQUETTE JUDY 91 Logwood St NICKI CANINE
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PAUL CHARLOTTE 80 #511 Eastwood Drive AUGGIE CANINE
PEDEN PAMELA 28 Woodcrest Dr Saber CANINE
PENNY PERO 146 #404 Market St ELLIE FELINE
PERRY DENYSE 21 Overlook Dr ASHLEY FELINE
PERRY DENYSE 21 Overlook Dr TUNA FELINE
PHILIBERT GEORGE 234 Park Rd SULLY CANINE
PLOOF KELLY 633 #104 Hinesburg Rd SIMBA FELINE
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POIRIER DEREK 15 Mayfair St OSCAR CANINE
POLIFKA-RIVAS HEATHER 54 Butler Dr PEPPER CANINE
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POON GISELLE 14 Brookwood Dr BELLA CANINE
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RADFORD LAUREN 19 Sebring Rd LEDDY CANINE
RAGLAND JAYNE 14 IBY ST SCOOCHIE CANINE
RAMIREX MIA 1451 Williston Rd MONSTER CANINE
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SMITH KENDRA 5 Richard Terr JUNO CANINE
SOULE TODD 639 #2 Hinesburg Rd MARSHALL CANINE
SPENCER KATIE 15 Deborah Dr LLUMI CANINE
ST JAMES PAUL & LIZ 3003 Brand Farm Dr TRIXIE CANINE
STECH JASON 125 #16 Kennedy Dr ROME CANINE
SUTHERLAND ALLISON 25 #212 Bacon Street HUNTER CANINE
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SWAN DEBORA 198 Royal Dr MILLIE CANINE
TATRO ANDREW 80 506 Eastwood Drive YOLO FELINE
TATRO OCHOA MIROSLAVA 80 506 Eastwood Drive DIESEL CANINE
TAYLOR BRENDAN 80 Hadley Rd MADDIE CANINE
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TERRY MEGAN 25 #204 Bacon Street NYLE CANINE
THACH SUSANNA 34 Proctor Ave JIMMY CANINE
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THOMAS MONICA 9 Deane St BODIE CANINE
TILFORD DUNCAN 152 #235 Allen Road ADDIE CANINE
TRIEB RICHARD 701 #18 Dorset Street LUNA CANINE
UHAL JANET 69 #E2 Joy Dr BAILEY CANINE
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CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
FY 2022 PROJECT FUND AGREEMENT
Between the
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON (“City”)
And the
TRINITY EDUCATION CENTER, INC (“TEC”)
(Collectively “the Parties”)
July 19, 2021
Amended August 2, 2021
WHEREAS, TEC is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization and domestic non-profit corporation
with a principal place of business in South Burlington, Vermont;
WHEREAS, TEC’s mission is to provide youth and young adults with a safe, inclusive,
educational, and empowering space to develop their strengths and talents to better themselves
and the larger community;
WHEREAS, in July, 2021, TEC secured a 6-month lease from _____, through, _______ to be
used as a youth and young adult center at the University Mall in South Burlington;
WHEREAS, TEC has requested the City of South Burlington, by and through its City Council,
provide $11,000 in seed money to help fund the fit-up and insurance of the newly leased space at
the University Mall (the “City Funds”);
WHEREAS, the City Council shares common goals with TEC to empower our youth and young
adults to find their strength by providing varied safe and inclusive spaces within the city.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration for the City’s one-time disbursement of the $11,000 City
Funds to TEC, TEC AGREES as follows:
1) To utilize the City Funds for the purposes outlined in the Business Plan and
subsequent June 26, 2021 letter from TEC President Dr. Travia Childs to City
Manager Jessie Baker, attached hereto and incorporated by reference as Exhibits A
and B to this Agreement.
2) For all activities associated with the City Funds, TEC agrees all agents, and
employees are acting as independent contractors and not as agents or employees of
the City.
3) To procure and maintain insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to
property which may arise from or in connection with the University Mall lease and
the services provided by TEC with customary limits for a youth and young adult
center. The City may request proof of coverage at any time during the 6-month lease
which must be provided within 10-days of receipt of the request.
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4) To comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, statutes, codes, ordinances
and regulations.
5) To maintain accounting records of the City Funds and shall make available copies of
all such records as may be requested by the City and cooperate with the City as
necessary in providing all data and information specific to the City Funds.
6) Once full funding is secured, TEC will coordinate monthly with City Recreation &
Parks and Library staff on upcoming programming and cross promotion.
7) To coordinate with the City Council and City Manager’s Office for leaders to
participate in TEC programming to connect with youth leaders, learn from them, and
hear their policy recommendations.
8) To maintain accurate enrollment and programming records in order to prepare a Final
Report to be delivered to Council in June 2022 highlighting total numbers of residents
served, lists of programs, and how City Funds were allocated.
9) In the event TEC fails to comply with all or any part of this Agreement, the City shall
have the option to demand repayment of the City Funds which may include interest.
AGREED on this ___ day of 2021 by:
Trinity Educational Center, Inc. City of South Burlington
________________________ ________________________
By: _____________________ By: ________________________
Duly authorized Duly authorized
MEMO
To: City Council, City Manager
From: Jennifer Murray, Library Director
Re: ARPA Library grant
The Vermont Department of Libraries is responsible for distributing ARPA funds to libraries in the state.
The South Burlington Public Library will be submitting a request for our allocation, $27,925.00. The final
grant is due August 9, 2021.
BUDGET
*Staff computers (8) to include workstation, warranty, monitor, keyboard $12,000.00 each= $9,600
Microsoft Licenses (8) $200 each= $1600
Deep Freeze (16) security for public laptops and ipads= $1701
Public use laptops for instruction (8)= $5,600
Public use laptops for in-building use (3)= $2,100
Digital publicity display 1st floor plus installation= $6,000
Launchpads educational tablets children’s plus software (9)= $1,324
TOTAL: $27,925
*We intended to transfer public PCs for staff use but find that they are very old and slow and loaded
with software and security that is difficult to remove. With this we will be able to update our staff PCs so
that half are new and half are 4 years old.
Recommended City Council Motion:
“Approve the Library’s grant application for ARPA funds as presented.”
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City Council Rules of Procedure
Adopted: XXX
Article 1: Purpose.
The South Burlington City Council and its appointed Boards, Committees, and Commissions, are
required by law to conduct meetings in accordance with the Vermont Open Meeting Law (1
V.S.A. §§ 310-314.) The authorities of the City Council and City Manager are established in the
South Burlington City Charter (24A V.S.A. Chapter 13.) The City Council must determine its own
rules and order of business under 24A V.S.A. § 13-305.
Article 2: Application.
This policy setting forth rules of procedure shall apply to the South Burlington City Council,
which is referred to below as “the body.” These rules shall apply to all regular, special, and
emergency meetings of the body. While this policy is not directly applicable to Boards,
Committees, and Commissions as appointed by the City Council, such bodies are subject to the
requirements of the Vermont Open Meeting Law, 1 V.S.A. §§ 310-314.
Article 3. Organization of the City Council.
a. Annually the City Council elects a Chair, Vice Chair, and Clerk to preside over City Council
meetings. The Vice Chair shall preside over all meetings where the Chair is absent. If
both the Chair and Vice Chair are absent, a member selected by the body shall act as
chair for that meeting.
b. The Chair shall preserve order in the meeting and shall regulate its proceedings by
applying these rules and making determinations about all questions of order or
procedure. The City Manager will support the Chair in this effort.
c. A majority of the members of the body shall constitute a quorum. If a quorum of the
members of the body is not present at a meeting, no meeting shall take place.
d. No single member of the body shall have authority to represent or act on behalf of the
body unless, by majority vote, the body has delegated such authority for a specific
matter at a duly noticed meeting and such delegation is recorded in the meeting
minutes.
e. Motions made by members of the body do require a second. The Chair or presiding chair
may make motions and may vote on all questions before the body. A motion will only
pass if it receives the votes of a majority of the quorum.
f. There is no limit to the number of times a member of the body may speak to a question.
A member may speak or make a motion only after being recognized by the Chair or
presiding chair. Motions to close or limit debate will be entertained.
g. Any member of the body may request a roll call vote at any time.
h. Members are allowed to attend a meeting electronically. Pursuant to 1 V.S.A. §
312(a)(2), when one or more members attend a meeting electronically, a roll call vote is
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required for votes that are not unanimous. While allowed by State Statute or action,
meetings may take place fully electronically or virtually assuming that the meeting is
properly warned and the electronic access to the meeting is included in the warning.
i. Meetings may be recessed to a time and place certain.
j. These rules may be amended by majority vote of the body, and must be readopted
annually.
Article 4: Council Meeting Agendas.
a. Each regular and special meeting of the body shall have an agenda.
i. Councilors may add items of business to the agenda at the beginning of the
meeting upon vote of the full Council. However, it is requested that Councilors
follow (ii) below.
ii. Councilors, staff, or members of the public who wish to be added to the meeting
agenda shall contact the City Manager and Chair by close of business on a
Wednesday prior to a regular meeting to request inclusion on the agenda.
Requests for agenda items from the public must be put in writing to the
Manager and Chair. The Chair, in consultation with the City Manager, shall
determine the final content of the agenda. If two or more Councilors or, per the
City’s charter, a signed petition of more than 15 members of the public request
an agenda item, the Chair and Manager must add it to the agenda.
iii. The agenda shall indicate the name of the official proposing the item and
estimated time required for the item. This time is an estimate only and not
guaranteed.
iv. Each agenda may contain a “Consent Agenda” section. Items listed on the
Consent Agenda may be voted upon collectively. Examples of such items are the
minutes of prior meetings, disbursements, routine approvals, approval items
from past meetings, and other non-controversial matters. The request of a single
Councilor is sufficient cause to remove an item from the Consent Agenda and
vote on it separately.
v. Each agenda will contain an item on agenda review, public comment, City
Manager updates, and Councilor updates.
vi. If meetings are to be held remotely or virtually, the log-in information for this
meeting shall be included on the agenda.
b. At least 48 hours prior to a regular meeting, and at least 24 hours prior to a special
meeting, a meeting agenda shall be posted at the following designated public places in
the municipality: City Hall/Library, the South Burlington School District, and Healthy
Living. At least 48 hours prior to a regular meeting, and at least 24 hours prior to a
special meeting, a meeting agenda and supporting materials shall be posted on
www.southburlingtonvt.gov. The agenda must also be made available to any person
who requests such agenda prior to the meeting.
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c. All business shall be conducted in the same order as it appears on the noticed agenda,
except that any addition to or deletion from the noticed agenda must be made as the
first act of business at the meeting. No additions to or deletions from the agenda shall be
considered once the first act of business at the meeting has commenced. Any other
adjustment to the noticed agenda (for example, changing the order of business or
postponing or tabling actions) may be made by a majority vote of the body.
Article 5: Council Meetings.
a. Regular meetings shall take place on the first and third Mondays of the month at 6:30
p.m. at the Auditorium at 180 Market Street or remotely/virtually as allowed under State
Statue or action.
b. Special meetings shall be publicly announced 24 hours in advance by giving notice to all
members of the body; to an editor, publisher or news director, or radio station serving
the area; and to any person who has requested notice of such meetings in writing. In
addition, notices shall be posted at City Hall and the following designated places in the
municipality: the South Burlington School District and Healthy Living.
c. Emergency meetings may be held without public announcement, without posting of
notices, and without 24-hour notice to members, provided some public notice thereof is
given as soon as possible before any such meeting. When practicable under the
circumstances, members will be given at least 12 hours’ notice. Emergency meetings may
be held only when necessary to respond to an unforeseen occurrence or condition
requiring immediate attention by the public body.
d. A member of the body may attend a regular, special, or emergency meeting by electronic
or other means without being physically present at a designated meeting location, so
long as the member identifies him or herself when the meeting is convened, and is able
to hear and be heard throughout the meeting. Whenever one or more members attend
electronically, voting that is not unanimous must be done by roll call. While allowed by
State Statute or action, meetings may take place fully electronically or virtually assuming
that the meeting is properly warned and the electronic access to the meeting is included
in the warning.
e. In accordance with 1 V.S.A. § 313, the body may convene in Executive Session as needed.
f. The Council shall follow the most recent version of Robert's Rules of Order when a
particular action or procedure is not addressed by these Rules of Procedure or the City
Charter.
Article 6: Public Participation in Council Meetings.
a. All meetings of the body are meetings in the public, not of the public. Members of the
public shall be afforded a reasonable opportunity to express opinions about matters
considered by the body, so long as order is maintained according to these rules.
b. The Chair or presiding chair can limit the time of the public comment, or the time an
individual is allowed to speak, to ensure the timely work of the body. It is the intention
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that at least ten minutes be allocated for public comment at the beginning of each
meeting. This may be expanded if needed.
c. During each agenda item, the Council will first hear from staff or the official presenting
the item and then have discussion among themselves. At the end of discussion of each
agenda item, but before any action is taken by the public body at each meeting, there
must be time afforded for open public comment.
d. Comment by the public or members of the body must be addressed to the Chair (or
presiding chair) or to the body as a whole, and not to any individual member of the body
or public.
e. Comment by the public must first start with the individual’s name and connection to
South Burlington. No anonymous comments will be accepted. Chat on virtual meeting
platforms will be disabled and not part of the public record.
f. Members of the public must be acknowledged by the Chair or presiding chair before
speaking.
g. If a member of the public has already spoken on a topic, he or she may not be recognized
again until others have first been given the opportunity to comment.
h. Order and decorum shall be observed by all persons present at the meeting. Neither
members of the body, nor members of the public, shall delay or interrupt the
proceedings or the peace of the meeting or interrupt or disturb any member while
speaking. Members of the body and members of the public are prohibited from making
personal, impertinent, or threatening remarks.
i. Members of the body and members of the public shall obey the orders of the Chair or
other presiding member. The Chair or presiding chair should adhere to the following
process to restore order and decorum of a meeting, but may bypass any or all steps
when he or she determines in his or her sole discretion that deviation from the process is
warranted:
i. Call the meeting to order and remind the members of the applicable rules of
procedure.
ii. Declare a recess or table the issue.
iii. Adjourn the meeting until a time and date certain.
iv. Order the constable or police to remove disorderly person(s) from the meeting.
v. If virtual, may remove a participate from the meeting if behavior is disrespectful
or unruly.
Article 7: Constituent Relations. As elected officials, members of the public will look to City
Councilors as a primary point of contact for issues that concern the city or the community. When
talking with constituents, Councilors must avoid speaking on behalf of the Council except to
refer to an action previously adopted. Councilors must refrain from negotiating or giving the
appearance of negotiating on behalf of the city without explicit Council delegation of authority.
The City Manager is responsible for allocating resources, assuring services are provided, and
staff management. Communication about these should be directed to the City Manager.
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Article 8: Electronic Communications and Public Records. All communication by a Councilor
discussing City business is considered public and is subject to Vermont Public Records Act
requests. The Councilors are provided an email address from the City of South Burlington. This
email address should be used for all City business and is the property of the City. All messages
from and to this account must be saved. Email can be used to file a report or schedule a
meeting. All discussion and debate should take place in an open session of the Council.
Article 9: Media Relations. Members of the media may contact Councilors for a quote or for
perspective on an issue facing the City. Councilors must speak on the Council’s behalf only if
authorized to do so by the Council. The Council’s policy perspective is usually publicly
communicated by the Chair or a specific councilor delegated by a vote of the full Council.
Questions and inquiries related to day-to-day operations, personnel, or legal issues should be
directed to the City Manager.
Article 10: City Staff. The City Manager is the primary contact between the Council and City
staff. To the extent that Councilors are reaching out to staff directly for information, the
Manager should be copied on the communication. The Council cannot provide direction to staff.
To the extent that Councilors have general questions, responses will be provided directly to the
Councilor who asked the question. To the extent that Councilors ask questions about history,
for details on operations, or other general implementation questions, this information will be
shared with the full Council.
Article 11: Emergency Response. City staff are charged with responding to and managing the
scene of emergency situations. During emergencies, staff’s foremost concern is managing the
situation and keeping the City and residents safe. In these instances, the Manager will be the
primary contact between City staff and the Council. Should a situation escalate to the point of
requiring an exceptional need for coordinated effort that cannot be managed at the scene, an
Emergency Operations Center (EOC) will open. It may become necessary to convene the Council
in order to address needs or provide for a coordinated information process with residents
and/or media. Should this occur, the Manager will notify the Council.
Article 12: Effective Date. This policy shall become effective immediately upon its adoption by
the South Burlington City Council.
Submitted by:
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Jessie Baker, City Manager Date
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
Approved by:
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Helen Riehle, Council Chair
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Meaghan Emery, Vice-Chair
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Tim Barritt, Clerk
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Thomas Chittenden, Councilor
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Matt Cota, Councilor