HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - City Council - 07/11/2022AGENDA
SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL South Burlington City Hall 180 Market Street SOUTH BURLINGTON, VERMONT
Participation Option In Person: 180 Market Street – Kevin L Dorn Senior Center – Main Floor
Regular Session 6:30 P.M. Monday, July 11, 2022
1.Pledge of Allegiance (6:30 PM)
2.Instructions on exiting building in case of emergency – Jessie Baker, City Manager (6:31 –6:32 PM)
3.Agenda Review: Additions, deletions, or changes in order of agenda items (6:33 – 6:34 PM)
4.Comments and questions from the public not related to the agenda (6:35 – 6:45 PM)
5. Announcements and City Manager’s Report (6:45 – 6:55 PM)
6.Consent Agenda: (6:55 – 7:00 PM)
A.*** Consider and Sign DisbursementsB.*** Approve a resolution expanding the Library Board to 12 members
C.*** Appoint the FY23 Volunteers to Boards and CommitteesD.*** Award the Stonehedge Drainage Improvement Project contract to Engineer'sConstruction, Inc.E.*** Award the Lindenwood Drive Stormwater Project to Engineer's Construction, Inc.
7.*** Approve the FY23 Tax Rate – Andrew Bolduc, Deputy City Manager (7:00 – 7:05 PM)
8.*** Approve a Council Resolution establishing the FY23 Water, Sewer, and StormwaterRates – Andrew Bolduc, Deputy City Manager (7:05 – 7:10 PM)
9.*** Conduct the FY23 Policy Priorities and Strategies Council and Leadership Team Retreat– Jessie Baker, City Manager (7:10 – 9:40 PM)
10.Reports from Councilors on Committee assignments (9:40 – 9:50PM)
11.Other Business - (9:50 – 10:00PM)
12. Adjourn – (10:00PM)
Respectfully Submitted:
Jessie Baker City Manager
*** Attachments Included
R-2022-
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE NUMBER OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE
SOUTH BURLINGTON LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
WHEREAS the City of South Burlington Public Library Board of Trustees is currently comprised
of eleven members; and
WHEREAS with the creation of the new South Burlington Public Library at 180 Market Street
there is a great deal of community interest in participating in the governance of the Library; and
WHEREAS the Library Board of Trustees has a need for engaged members to carry out the Trustee
charge.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Burlington City Council does hereby
establish that the number of appointments to the School Burlington Public Library Board of
Trustees to be set at twelve.
Approved this 11th day of July, 2022.
SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL
__________________________________ ________________________________
Helen Riehle, Chair Meaghan Emery, Vice-Chair
__________________________________ ________________________________
Tim Barritt, Clerk Tom Chittenden
__________________________________
Matt Cota
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
To: South Burlington City Council
From: Jessie Baker, City Manager
Date: July 11, 2022
Re: 2022-2023 Board and Committee Appointments
At the June 6 and June 20, 2022, Council Meetings, the Council interviewed candidates to sit on City
boards and committees. As discussed, please approve the following appointments for FY23.
Commit
tee
Member Term to Expire
Affordable Housing Committee
John G Simson 1Yr - 2023
Tom Getz 3Yr - 2025
Sandra (Sandy) S Dooley 3Yr - 2025
Emily Holt-Gosselin 3Yr - 2025
Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee
Donna Jean Leban 3Yr - 2025
Joel Klug 3Yr - 2025
Ann Ellen Mason 1Yr - 2023
Doug Goodman 3Yr - 2025
City Charter
Donna Kinville 3Yr - 2025
Ann LaLonde 3Yr - 2025
Common Area for Dogs
Lisa Yankowski 3Yr - 2025
Robyn Birgisson 3Yr - 2025
Development Review Board
Dan Albrecht 3Yr - 2025
Dawn Philibert 4Yr - 2026
Economic Development Committee
Harris Kenndey Linge Jr 3Yr - 2025
Sriram Srinivasan 3Yr - 2025
Charles Johnston 3Yr - 2025
Mike Biama 3Yr - 2025
Energy Committee
Keith Epstein 3Yr - 2025
Ethan Goldman 3Yr - 2025
Ahmad N Abdel-Fattah 1Yr - 2023
Carolyn "Carrie" McLaughlin 3Yr - 2025
Frans (Tyler) Van Boden 2Yr - 2024
Robert (Rob) Meader 3Yr - 2025
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
Housing Trust Fund Com.
Lawrence P Kupferman 1Yr - 2023
Library Board:
Lee T Freeman 3Yr - 2025
Anne LaLonde 1Yr - 2023
Stacey Pape 3Yr - 2025
Holly Painter 3Yr - 2025
Kevin Morgenstein Fuerst 3Yr - 2025
Penelope Tompkins 2Yr - 2024
Lauren Nicole Ballard Hatch 3Yr - 2025
Natural Resource Committee
Jean-Sebastien Chaulot 3Yr - 2025
Lisa Yankowski 3Yr - 2025
Michele Korpos 3Yr - 2025
Linda M Bailey 1Yr - 2023
Pension Advisory Committee
Larry Kaufman 1Yr - 2023
Planning Commission
Monica Ostby 3Yr - 2025
Public Art Committee
Jean-Sebastien Chaulot 3Yr - 2025
John R Killacky 3Yr - 2025
Recreation & Park Committee
Oliver Pierson 3Yr - 2025
Cyndi Freeman 3Yr - 2025
Erin Buzby 3Yr - 2025
MEMO
To: South Burlington City Council
From: Christine Gingras, Stormwater Project Manager
CC: Tom DiPietro, Director of Public Works
Date: July 6, 2022
Re: Award of Construction Contract for Stonehedge Drainage Improvement Project
On June 13, 2022 the City of South Burlington held a bid opening for the Stonehedge drainage improvement
project. This project generally includes excavation of an existing swale to restore positive drainage to
Stonehedge Drive’s stormwater system.
We received proposals from three contractors to complete this work (Table 1). The low bid for this project
was submitted by Engineers Construction Inc. for an amount of $55,000. This cost will be shared between
Stonehedge South Area Association, Inc and the City of South Burlington. The City’s portion is within the
amount approved in the Stormwater Utility’s budget for this project.
The bid package has been reviewed and all required materials and bonds were included, all contract addenda
were received by the contractor, and all necessary documents had been signed.
Table 1. Summary of Bids Received for the Stonehedge Drainage Improvement Project
Contractor Total Bid Price
Engineers Construction Inc $ 55,000
Kings Trucking & Excavating $ 69,100
East Shore Excavation $ 57,400
The Based on this, I am requesting that City Council authorize the South Burlington Department of Public
Works to award the Stonehedge Drainage Improvement Project to Engineer’s Construction Inc. If you would
like additional information on this project or the bid results, please contact Christine Gingras, Stormwater
Project Manager, at (802) 658‐7961 x6111.
Page 1
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
City of South Burlington_________
(Owner)
104 Landfill Road___________
(Address)
South Burlington, Vermont 05403_____
Separate sealed BIDS for the construction of (briefly describe nature, scope and major elements
of the WORK)
Drainage improvements at the Stonehedge Neighborhood including minor dredging of drainage
swale to remove sediment buildup and root mat. Project is located within a wetland and the property
owners have obtained a wetland permit for the work.
will be received by ____City of South Burlington, Vermont
(Owner)
at the Department of Public Works office at _104 Landfill Road, South Burlington, VT
(Address of the Project Owner)
until 1:00 PM, (Standard Time/Daylight Savings Time) June 13th, 2022, and then at said office
publicly opened and read aloud.
Each BID must be accompanied by a certified check payable to the OWNER for five percent
(5%) of the total amount of the BID. A BID bond may be used in lieu of a certified check. The
form AIA Bid Bonds (A310) is acceptable.
The CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be examined at the following locations:
__104 Landfill Road, South Burlington, VT
Copies of the CONTRACT DOCUMENTS may be obtained electronically by contacting
Christine Gingras at cgingras@southburlingtonvt.gov or Dave Wheeler at
dwheeler@southburlingtonvt.gov or may be obtained by appointment at the office of 104 Landfill
Road, South Burlington, VT by calling 802-658-7961.
A Performance BOND and a Payment BOND each in an amount equal to one hundred percent
(100%) of the contract price will be required.
___May 19, 2022_________ __________David Wheeler, Stormwater Superintendent
Date Municipal Manager
Inspection trips for prospective BIDDERS may be scheduled upon request. A non-mandatory
pre-bid conference is scheduled for May 31st, 2022 at 12:30 pm. This inspection will occur at:
Stonehedge Drive, South Burlington, VT. Between Cluster K & Cluster L units.
MEMO
To: South Burlington City Council
From: Christine Gingras, Stormwater Project Manager
CC: Tom DiPietro, Director of Public Works
Date: July 6, 2022
Re: Award of Construction Contract for Lindenwood Drive Stormwater Project (95 Swift Street)
On June 30, 2022 the City of South Burlington held a bid opening for construction of the Lindenwood Drive
stormwater project. This project generally includes installation of a stormwater system along Lindenwood
Drive and construction of a stormwater retention pond at 95 Swift Street.
We received proposals from three contractors to complete this work (Table 1). The low bid for this project
was submitted by Engineers Construction Inc. for an amount of $287,882.50. This cost is within the amount
approved in the Stormwater Utility’s budget for this project.
The project engineer and I have reviewed the bid package and all required materials and bonds were
included, all contract addenda were received by the contractor, and all necessary documents had been
signed.
Table 1. Summary of Bids Received for the Lindenwood Drive Stormwater Project
Contractor Total Bid Price
Engineers Construction Inc $ 287,882.50
J.Hutchins $ 399,999.00
Cortland Construction Corp $ 335,852.00
The Based on this, I am requesting that City Council authorize the South Burlington Department of Public
Works to award the Lindenwood Drive Stormwater Project to Engineer’s Construction Inc. If you would like
additional information on this project or the bid results, please contact Christine Gingras, Stormwater Project
Manager, at (802) 658‐7961 x6111.
Stantec Consulting Services Inc.
193 Tilley Drive, Suite 101, South Burlington VT 05403-7824
July 6, 2022
File: 195311743
Attention: Christine Gingras, Stormwater Project Manager
Department of Public Works
City of South Burlington
104 Landfill Road
South Burlington, VT 05403
Dear Christine,
Reference: South Burlington STP MM19(10) Bid Analysis
Bids for the above referenced project were opened and publicly read aloud on Thursday, June
30th at 3:00 PM. In accordance with VTrans protocol, Stantec has analyzed these bids and we are
pleased to present the following findings and recommendations.
1.Three contractors (Engineers Construction, Courtland Construction Corp and J. Hutchins)
submitted base bids of $287,882.50, $335,852.00, and $399,999.00 respectively. The FHWA
guidance says that competition is adequate for 3 bidders when the low bid does not
exceed 110% of the Engineer’s estimate when there are five or more bidders. The
apparent low bid is 80% of the Engineer’s estimate.
2.The bid packages of all three bidders were reviewed to determine if all the required forms
were submitted. It was found that the bids that were received included the following
required documents: Bid Proposal Form; Bid Bond; Debarment and Non-Collusion Affidavit,
VTrans pre-qualifications and Contractor’s EEO Certification.
3.The required forms were examined to determine if they were properly completed. No
errors were found in Engineer’s Construction, Inc. The bid included the required signatures
and acknowledged receipt of all addenda.
4.Engineer’s Construction, Inc. is the lowest qualified bidder. Their bid was analyzed to
identify “unbalanced items". As noted in the VTrans LTF guidebook, "Bids can be
unbalanced in two different ways: materially and mathematically. Mathematically
unbalanced bids are individual price quotations that do not reasonably reflect actual
costs. Materially unbalanced bids are ones that generate doubt that the award would
result in the lowest ultimate cost.”
To check for unbalanced bids, it is standard practice to review items where the engineer’s
bid price and contractors bid price differ by 1% of the total bid amount. Guidance also
states to evaluate a total value of items that equal greater than 80% of the absolute value
July 6, 2022
Page 2 of 2
Reference: South Burlington STP MM19(10) Bid Analysis
of the differences between the Engineer’s estimated costs and the Low Bid costs. For this
bid, those items that differed by 1.0% of the bid price totaled greater 80% of the total
variance, so checking additional items is not necessary. Please refer to the attached
spreadsheet for Stantec's detailed analysis of "unbalanced items". In summary, the bid
from Engineer’s Construction, Inc. is not mathematically or materially unbalanced and
offers no advantage to the contractor or disadvantage to the City of South Burlington.
Based on our analysis of the bid submitted, we recommend that the City of South Burlington
award the contract to Engineer’s Construction, Inc. for the bid amount of $287,882.50,. Please
contact us if you have questions regarding our analysis and recommendation. We will be happy
to meet with you at your convenience to discuss this further.
Regards,
STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES INC.
Israel Maynard, PE
Associate, Transportation
Phone: (802) 497-6415
Israel.Maynard@stantec.com
Attachment: Bid Tabulation Spreadsheet
Analysis of Unbalanced Items
Bid Checklists
c. Ande Deforge, VTrans
VTrans Concurrence of Recommendation
Ande Deforge, VTrans Project Manager Date
SOUTH BURLINGTONPrepared by: I. MaynardSTP MM19(10)Checked by: D. YoulenBid Opening Date: June 30, 2022Stantec Project No. 195311743Bid Item Description Of Item Unit Quantity Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total Price201.10 CLEARING AND GRUBBING, INCLUDING INDIVIDUAL TREES AND STUMLS 1 $5,212.00 $5,212.00 $13,936.00 $13,936.00 $13,365.00 $13,365.00203.15 COMMON EXCAVATION CY 1300 $20.00 $26,000.00 $25.00 $32,500.00 $23.80 $30,940.00204.20 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF EARTH CY 980 $27.50 $26,950.00 $26.00 $25,480.00 $25.00 $24,500.00204.21 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF ROCK CY 60 $150.00 $9,000.00 $100.00 $6,000.00 $256.00 $15,360.00204.22 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF EARTH, EXPLORATORY (N.A.B.I.) CY 1 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00210.10 COARSE‐MILLING, BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SY 45 $36.50 $1,642.50 $50.00 $2,250.00 $68.00 $3,060.00301.26 SUBBASE OF CRUSHED GRAVEL, FINE GRADED CY 25 $47.00 $1,175.00 $70.00 $1,750.00 $67.00 $1,675.00301.35 SUBBASE OF DENSE GRADED CRUSHED STONE CY 210 $38.00 $7,980.00 $50.00 $10,500.00 $67.00 $14,070.00404.65 EMULSIFIED ASPHALTCWT4$100.00 $400.00 $100.00 $400.00 $123.00 $492.00406.38 HAND‐PLACED BITUMINOUS CONCRETE MATERIAL, DRIVES SY 220 $44.00 $9,680.00 $37.00 $8,140.00 $49.00 $10,780.00601.2610 15" CPEP(SL) LF 756 $52.00 $39,312.00 $68.00 $51,408.00 $61.00 $46,116.00601.26 18" CPEP(SL) LF 72 $69.00 $4,968.00 $73.00 $5,256.00 $112.00 $8,064.00604.20 PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE CATCH BASIN WITH CAST IRON GRAEACH 7 $4,755.00 $33,285.00 $5,450.00 $38,150.00 $5,450.00 $38,150.00613.10 STONE FILL, TYPE I CY 2 $77.00 $154.00 $95.00 $190.00 $92.00 $184.00613.11 STONE FILL, TYPE II CY 7 $77.00 $539.00 $98.00 $686.00 $92.00 $644.00629.54 CRUSHED STONE BEDDING TON 190 $24.00 $4,560.00 $43.00 $8,170.00 $33.60 $6,384.00630.15 FLAGGERS HR 160 $55.00 $8,800.00 $46.00 $7,360.00 $49.00 $7,840.00635.11 MOBILIZATION/DEMOBILIZATION LS 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $39,000.00 $39,000.00 $7,185.00 $7,185.00641.11 TRAFFIC CONTROL, ALL‐INCLUSIVE LS 1 $2,400.00 $2,400.00 $8,260.00 $8,260.00 $7,720.00 $7,720.00649.31 GEOTEXTILE UNDER STONE FILL SY 23 $5.00 $115.00 $20.00 $460.00 $4.00 $92.00651.15 SEED LB 30 $9.60 $288.00 $8.00 $240.00 $11.00 $330.00651.18 FERTILIZER LB 300 $3.00 $900.00 $7.00 $2,100.00 $3.70 $1,110.00651.20 AGRICULTURAL LIMESTONE TON 1 $682.00 $682.00 $500.00 $500.00 $1,840.00 $1,840.00651.35 TOPSOIL CY 200 $95.00 $19,000.00 $85.00 $17,000.00 $81.00 $16,200.00653.10 HAY MULCH TON 1 $850.00 $850.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $576.00 $576.00653.20 ROLLED EROSION CONTROL PRODUCT, TYPE I SY 740 $1.85 $1,369.00 $2.00 $1,480.00 $2.60 $1,924.00653.35 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE CY 20 $58.00 $1,160.00 $60.00 $1,200.00 $114.00 $2,280.00653.40 INLET PROTECTION DEVICE, TYPE I EACH 3 $200.00 $600.00 $170.00 $510.00 $27.00 $81.00653.41 INLET PROTECTION DEVICE, TYPE II EACH 3 $200.00 $600.00 $114.00 $342.00 $53.00 $159.00653.50 BARRIER FENCE LF 120 $5.00 $600.00 $2.50 $300.00 $2.40 $288.00653.55 PROJECT DEMARCATION FENCE LF 950 $2.00 $1,900.00 $1.00 $950.00 $1.30 $1,235.00656.30 DECIDUOUS TREES EACH 1 $1,600.00 $1,600.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $798.00 $798.00656.65 LANDSCAPE WATERING MGAL1 $1.00 $1.00 $10.00 $10.00 $491.00 $491.00656.80 LANDSCAPE BACKFILL, TRUCK MEASUREMENT CY 2 $212.00 $424.00 $125.00 $250.00 $98.00 $196.00900.650 SPECIAL PROVISION (MIXTURE PAY ADJUSTMENT)(N.A.B.I) LU 1 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE PRETREATMENT TANK) EACH 1 $13,950.00 $13,950.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 $21,000.00 $21,000.00900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE OUTLET STRUCTURE) EACH 1 $12,600.00 $12,600.00 $14,500.00 $14,500.00 $14,100.00 $14,100.00900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (RELOCATE SEWER SERVICE, ALL‐INCLUSIVE) EACH 3 $1,320.00 $3,960.00 $2,690.00 $8,070.00 $1,615.00 $4,845.00900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (TEMPORARY SUPPORT OF UTILITY POLES) EACH 3 $620.00 $1,860.00 $1,000.00 $3,000.00 $615.00 $1,845.00900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (RELOCATE COPPER WATER SERVICE, ALL‐INCLUSEACH 5 $1,600.00 $8,000.00 $5,240.00 $26,200.00 $1,625.00 $8,125.00900.640 SPECIAL PROVISION (SPLIT RAIL FENCE) LF 164 $35.00 $5,740.00 $50.00 $8,200.00 $38.00 $6,232.00900.675 SPECIAL PROVISION (GEOMEMBRANE LINER) SY 175 $50.00 $8,750.00 $41.00 $7,175.00 $42.00 $7,350.00900.98SPECIAL PROVISION (BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVEMENT, SMALL QUANTITY)TON 40 $145.00 $5,800.00 $450.00 $18,000.00 $215.00 $8,600.00TOTAL = $287,882.50TOTAL =$399,999.00TOTAL =$336,302.00Engineers Construction, Inc. J Hutchins Inc Courtland Construction Corp.
SOUTH BURLINGTONPrepared by: I. MaynardSTP MM19(10)Checked by: D. YoulenBid Opening Date: June 30, 2022Stantec Project No. 195311743Difference b/t Unit Prices Compared to Total Bid (percent)Difference b/t Unit PricesAbsolute Value of DifferencePercentage Difference b/t Engineer's and Contractor's Unit PriceBid Item Description Of Item Unit Quantity Unit Price Total Price Unit Price Total Price201.10 CLEARING AND GRUBBING, INCLUDING INDIVIDUAL TREES AND STUMPS LS 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $5,212.00 $5,212.00 3.40%‐$9,788.00 $9,788.00‐65.25%203.15 COMMON EXCAVATIONCY 1300 $20.00 $26,000.00 $20.00 $26,000.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 0.00%204.20 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF EARTH CY 980 $25.00 $24,500.00 $27.50 $26,950.00‐0.85% $2,450.00 $2,450.00 10.00%204.21 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF ROCK CY 60 $168.98 $10,138.80 $150.00 $9,000.00 0.40%‐$1,138.80 $1,138.80‐11.23%204.22 TRENCH EXCAVATION OF EARTH, EXPLORATORY (N.A.B.I.) CY 1 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 $75.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 0.00%210.10 COARSE‐MILLING, BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT SY 45 $60.00 $2,700.00 $36.50 $1,642.50 0.37%‐$1,057.50 $1,057.50‐39.17%301.26 SUBBASE OF CRUSHED GRAVEL, FINE GRADED CY 25 $61.02 $1,525.48 $47.00 $1,175.00 0.12%‐$350.48 $350.48‐22.97%301.35 SUBBASE OF DENSE GRADED CRUSHED STONE CY 210 $47.90 $10,059.00 $38.00 $7,980.00 0.72%‐$2,079.00 $2,079.00‐20.67%404.65 EMULSIFIED ASPHALTCWT 4 $116.98 $467.92 $100.00 $400.00 0.02%‐$67.92 $67.92‐14.52%406.38 HAND‐PLACED BITUMINOUS CONCRETE MATERIAL, DRIVES SY 220 $45.00 $9,900.00 $44.00 $9,680.00 0.08%‐$220.00 $220.00‐2.22%601.2610 15" CPEP(SL)LF 756 $65.00 $49,140.00 $52.00 $39,312.00 3.41%‐$9,828.00 $9,828.00‐20.00%601.26 18" CPEP(SL)LF 72 $62.19 $4,477.68 $69.00 $4,968.00‐0.17% $490.32 $490.32 10.95%604.20 PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE CATCH BASIN WITH CAST IRON GRATE EACH 7 $5,366.82 $37,567.77 $4,755.00 $33,285.00 1.49%‐$4,282.77 $4,282.77‐11.40%613.10 STONE FILL, TYPE ICY 2 $87.74 $175.47 $77.00 $154.00 0.01%‐$21.47 $21.47‐12.24%613.11 STONE FILL, TYPE IICY 7 $72.91 $510.36 $77.00 $539.00‐0.01% $28.64 $28.64 5.61%629.54 CRUSHED STONE BEDDING TON 190 $46.11 $8,760.90 $24.00 $4,560.00 1.46%‐$4,200.90 $4,200.90‐47.95%630.15 FLAGGERSHR 160 $37.48 $5,997.44 $55.00 $8,800.00‐0.97% $2,802.56 $2,802.56 46.73%635.11 MOBILIZATION/DEMOBILIZATION LS 1 $30,000.00 $30,000.00 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 5.21%‐$15,000.00 $15,000.00‐50.00%641.11 TRAFFIC CONTROL, ALL‐INCLUSIVE LS 1 $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $2,400.00 $2,400.00 2.64%‐$7,600.00 $7,600.00‐76.00%649.31 GEOTEXTILE UNDER STONE FILL SY 23 $6.98 $160.59 $5.00 $115.00 0.02%‐$45.59 $45.59‐28.39%651.15 SEEDLB 30 $12.27 $368.16 $9.60 $288.00 0.03%‐$80.16 $80.16‐21.77%651.18 FERTILIZERLB 300 $3.89 $1,167.30 $3.00 $900.00 0.09%‐$267.30 $267.30‐22.90%651.20 AGRICULTURAL LIMESTONE TON 1 $713.74 $713.74 $682.00 $682.00 0.01%‐$31.74 $31.74‐4.45%651.35 TOPSOILCY 200 $44.58 $8,916.20 $95.00 $19,000.00‐3.50% $10,083.80 $10,083.80 113.10%653.10 HAY MULCHTON 1 $910.78 $910.78 $850.00 $850.00 0.02%‐$60.78 $60.78‐6.67%653.20 ROLLED EROSION CONTROL PRODUCT, TYPE I SY 740 $2.84 $2,098.64 $1.85 $1,369.00 0.25%‐$729.64 $729.64‐34.77%653.35 STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE CY 20 $52.90 $1,058.00 $58.00 $1,160.00‐0.04% $102.00 $102.00 9.64%653.40 INLET PROTECTION DEVICE, TYPE I EACH 3 $225.44 $676.31 $200.00 $600.00 0.03%‐$76.31 $76.31‐11.28%653.41 INLET PROTECTION DEVICE, TYPE II EACH 3 $181.45 $544.36 $200.00 $600.00‐0.02% $55.64 $55.64 10.22%653.50 BARRIER FENCELF 120 $3.25 $390.36 $5.00 $600.00‐0.07% $209.64 $209.64 53.70%653.55 PROJECT DEMARCATION FENCE LF 950 $1.36 $1,292.95 $2.00 $1,900.00‐0.21% $607.05 $607.05 46.95%656.30 DECIDUOUS TREESEACH 1 $700.00 $700.00 $1,600.00 $1,600.00‐0.31% $900.00 $900.00 128.57%656.65 LANDSCAPE WATERINGMGAL 1 $68.90 $68.90 $1.00 $1.00 0.02%‐$67.90 $67.90‐98.55%656.80 LANDSCAPE BACKFILL, TRUCK MEASUREMENT CY 2 $77.71 $155.42 $212.00 $424.00‐0.09% $268.58 $268.58 172.81%900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE PRETREATMENT TANK) EACH 1 $25,000.00 $25,000.00 $13,950.00 $13,950.00 3.84%‐$11,050.00 $11,050.00‐44.20%900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE OUTLET STRUCTURE) EACH 1 $15,000.00 $15,000.00 $12,600.00 $12,600.00 0.83%‐$2,400.00 $2,400.00‐16.00%900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (RELOCATE SEWER SERVICE, ALL‐INCLUSIVE) EACH 3 $2,000.00 $6,000.00 $1,320.00 $3,960.00 0.71%‐$2,040.00 $2,040.00‐34.00%900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (TEMPORARY SUPPORT OF UTILITY POLES) EACH 3 $500.00 $1,500.00 $620.00 $1,860.00‐0.13% $360.00 $360.00 24.00%900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (RELOCATE COPPER WATER SERVICE, ALL‐INCLUSIVE) EACH 5 $3,000.00 $15,000.00 $1,600.00 $8,000.00 2.43%‐$7,000.00 $7,000.00‐46.67%900.640 SPECIAL PROVISION (SPLIT RAIL FENCE) LF 164 $80.00 $13,120.00 $35.00 $5,740.00 2.56%‐$7,380.00 $7,380.00‐56.25%900.650 SPECIAL PROVISION (MIXTURE PAY ADJUSTMENT)(N.A.B.I) LU 1 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 $1.00 0.00% $0.00 $0.00 0.00%900.675 SPECIAL PROVISION (GEOMEMBRANE LINER) SY 175 $12.00 $2,100.00 $50.00 $8,750.00‐2.31% $6,650.00 $6,650.00 316.67%900.98 SPECIAL PROVISION (BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVEMENT, SMALL QUANTITY) TON 40 $200.00 $8,000.00 $145.00 $5,800.00 0.76%‐$2,200.00 $2,200.00‐27.50%TOTAL = $351,938.52 TOTAL = $287,882.50 $114,072.501.0% of total $2,880.00 80% of variance $91,258.00Sum of items with variance over 1% of total $92,863.47Base BidECIEngineer's Estimate\\us0286‐ppfss01\workgroup\1953\active\195311743\transportation\Construction\bid analysis\South Burlington STP MM 19(10) Bid Tab and Analysis.xlsxPage 2 of 3
STP MM19(10)
Bid Opening Date: June 30, 2022
ANALYSIS OF UNBALANCED ITEMS
PERFORMED BY STANTEC FOR THE CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
ITEM NO.
ITEM
DESCRIPTION UNIT
BID
QUANTITY
UNIT
PRICE EXTENSION
UNIT
PRICE EXTENSION
BID
OVER/UNDER
RUN
%
OVER/UNDER
RUN
201.10 CLEARING AND GRUBBING, INCLUDING INDIVIDUAL TREES AND STUMPS LS 1.00 15,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 5,212.00$ 5,212.00$‐$9,788.00 ‐65.25%
601.2610 15" CPEP(SL)LF 756.00 65.00$ 49,140.00$ 52.00$ 39,312.00$ ‐$9,828.00 ‐20.00%
604.20 PRECAST REINFORCED CONCRETE CATCH BASIN WITH CAST IRON GRATE EACH 7.00 5,366.82$ 37,567.77$ 4,755.00$ 33,285.00$ ‐$4,282.77 ‐11.40%
629.54 CRUSHED STONE BEDDING TON 190.00 46.11$ 8,760.90$ 24.00$ 4,560.00$‐$4,200.90 ‐47.95%
635.11 MOBILIZATION/DEMOBILIZATION LS 1.00 30,000.00$ 30,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 15,000.00$ ‐$15,000.00 ‐50.00%
641.11 TRAFFIC CONTROL, ALL‐INCLUSIVE LS 1.00 10,000.00$ 10,000.00$ 2,400.00$ 2,400.00$‐$7,600.00 ‐76.00%
651.35 TOPSOIL CY 200.00 44.58$ 8,916.20$ 95.00$ 19,000.00$ $10,083.80 113.10%
900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE PRETREATMENT TANK)EACH 1.00 25,000.00$ 25,000.00$ 13,950.00$ 13,950.00$ ‐$11,050.00 ‐44.20%
900.620 SPECIAL PROVISION (PRECAST CONCRETE OUTLET STRUCTURE)EACH 1.00 15,000.00$ 15,000.00$ 12,600.00$ 12,600.00$ ‐$2,400.00 ‐16.00%
900.640 SPECIAL PROVISION (SPLIT RAIL FENCE)LF 164.00 80.00$ 13,120.00$ 35.00$ 5,740.00$‐$7,380.00 ‐56.25%
900.675 SPECIAL PROVISION (GEOMEMBRANE LINER)SY 175.00 12.00$ 2,100.00$ 50.00$ 8,750.00$$6,650.00 316.67%
BID PRICE =$287,882.50
1.0% OF BID PRICE =$2,880.00
The low bid unit price is higher than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $41.00 and $42.00. The low bidder unit price is within the range of other bidders. Special provision items are difficult to
estimate due to lack of history. The quantity has been verified and the resident engineer should closely monitor this item for overrun. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $14,500.00 and $14,100.00. The low bidder unit price is within the range of other bidders. Special provision items are
difficult to estimate due to lack of history. Pricing on Concrete Structures can vary widely depending on supplier.The quantity has been verified there is little risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit
price.
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $50.00 and $38.00. The low bidder unit price is within the range of other bidders. Special provision items are difficult to
estimate due to lack of history. The quantity has been verified there is little risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The engineer's estimate was based on regression pricing in the VTrans iPd web estimating system. The low bid unit price is higher than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $85.00 and $81.00. The
low bid unit price is the highest of all bidders. Recent bid history has shown higher bid prices from contractors. The quantity has been verified and the resident engineer should closely monitor this item for overrun. Recommend
acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $28,000.00 and $21,000.00. The low bidder unit price is lower than the other bidders. Special provision items are difficult to
estimate due to lack of history. Pricing on Concrete Structures can vary widely depending on supplier. The quantity has been verified there is little risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $8,260.00 and $7,720.00. The low bid unit price is the lowest of all bidders. The low bid price is likely due to the low traffic
volumes and the project location. Being a Lump Sum item, there is no risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The engineer's estimate was based on regression pricing in the VTrans iPd web estimating system. The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $43.00 and $33.60. The
low bid unit price is the lowest of all bidders. The quantity has been verified. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $11k, $16.5k, $14k, and $22k. The low bid unit price is the lowest of all bidders. This item was estimated at 10% of the
estimated cost of work at this location. Being a Lump Sum item, there is no risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The purpose of this analysis is to help determine whether or not it is in the Town's best interest to award this Contract to the lowest responsive bidder. If a bid is unbalanced (materially or mathematically) then it may not be in the
Town's best interest to award the Contract to that bidder. To check for unbalanced bids, it is standard practice to review items where the engineer's estimated item costs and the contractor's bid item cost differ by ± 1% of the total
bid amount. Guidance also says to evaluate a total value of items that equal greater than 80% of the absolute value of the differences between the Engineer's estimated costs and the Low Bid costs. For this bid analysis, a threshold
of 1.0% of the total bid amount was used. Using 1.0% resulted in the total costs evaluated being higher than the 80% guideline. The analyzed items (highlighted in yellow) are listed below with the engineer's opinion regarding
acceptance the bid price.
Engineer's Opinion of
Probable Construction Cost ECI
The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $13,936.00 and $13,365.00. The low bid unit price is the lowest of all bidders. The low bid price is likely due to the low
traffic volumes and the project location. Being a Lump Sum item, there is no risk of an overrun of this item. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The engineer's estimate was based on recent bid history. The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $68.00 and $61.00. The low bid unit price is the lowest of all
bidders. The quantity has been verified. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
The engineer's estimate was based on regression pricing in the VTrans iPd web estimating system. The low bid unit price is lower than the estimated unit price for this item. The additional bid unit prices were $5,450.00 and
$5,450.00. The low bid unit price is the lowest of all bidders. There is little risk of an overrun of this item. The quantity has been verified. Recommend acceptance of the low bid unit price.
\\us0286‐ppfss01\workgroup\1953\active\195311743\transportation\Construction\bid analysis\South Burlington STP MM 19(10) Bid Tab and Analysis.xlsx Page 3 of 3
Nov. 9, 2021 Update
POST BID REVIEW CHECKLIST
(To be submitted with the bid analysis)
Name of Bidder: __Engineer’s Construction, Inc. _____________
Bid Amount: _____$287,882.50___________________________
_x__ Completed and signed Bid Form
_x__ Completed Schedule of Prices with no zero (0) unit prices
_x__ Bid Bond or certified check for 5% of Bid Amount
_x__ Signed Debarment and Non-Collusion Affidavit (CA91)
_x__ Signed EEO Certification (CA109)
_x__ Workers Compliance Self Reporting Form
_x__ VTrans pre-qualified contractor
_x__ Acknowledged the receipt of all Addenda
_x__ Absent from VT Buildings and General Services Debarment List
_x__ Absent from SAM.gov Exclusion List
_x__ Registered with the VT Secretary of State’s office
Nov. 9, 2021 Update
POST BID REVIEW CHECKLIST
(To be submitted with the bid analysis)
Name of Bidder: __J. Hutchins, Inc. _____________
Bid Amount: _____$399,999.00 _____________________
_x__ Completed and signed Bid Form
_x__ Completed Schedule of Prices with no zero (0) unit prices
_x__ Bid Bond or certified check for 5% of Bid Amount
_x__ Signed Debarment and Non-Collusion Affidavit (CA91)
_x__ Signed EEO Certification (CA109)
_x__ Workers Compliance Self Reporting Form
_x__ VTrans pre-qualified contractor
_x__ Acknowledged the receipt of all Addenda
_x__ Absent from VT Buildings and General Services Debarment List
_x__ Absent from SAM.gov Exclusion List
Nov. 9, 2021 Update
POST BID REVIEW CHECKLIST
(To be submitted with the bid analysis)
Name of Bidder: __Courtland Construction Corp._____________
Bid Amount: _____$335,852.00___________________________
_x__ Completed and signed Bid Form
_x__ Completed Schedule of Prices with no zero (0) unit prices
_x__ Bid Bond or certified check for 5% of Bid Amount
_x__ Signed Debarment and Non-Collusion Affidavit (CA91)
_x__ Signed EEO Certification (CA109)
_x__ Workers Compliance Self Reporting Form
_x__ VTrans pre-qualified contractor
_x__ Acknowledged the receipt of all Addenda
_x__ Absent from VT Buildings and General Services Debarment List
_x__ Absent from SAM.gov Exclusion List
TO: South Burlington City Council
FROM: Andrew Bolduc, Deputy City Manager
Martha Lyons, Director of Assessment and Tax Collection
DATE: July 11, 2022
RE: FY23 Tax & Utility Rates
______________________________________________________________________________
FY23 Tax Rate
Each Annual City Meeting, the voters approve a total amount to be raised by property taxes. For
FY23, the voters approved a general fund tax levy of $17,962,812.57. Since the tax rate is set by
dividing the amount to be raised by property taxes by the grand list, the tax rate is not officially
set until the grand list is finalized, typically in late June. When the budget was put together in
December of 2021, the assessor estimated 1.4% grand list growth.
Throughout the spring, the City’s assessor has worked to update the grand list by taking a
snapshot of property values as of April 1st. On June 22nd, following change of appraisal notices
and the formal grievance process, the City submitted its form 411 to State Division of Property
Valuation and Review with the city’s revised grand list. The total lodged 2022 South Burlington
grand list is $4,059,604,300. This is a 1.33% increase from 2021.
In turn, the state uses the municipal grand list data to set the education property tax rate. This
was finalized on July 1. The South Burlington FY23 education tax rate is $1.2953 for
homesteads. This is down from $1.3249 last year, an approximately 2% tax decrease.
With the state education tax rate set, the City’s Director of Assessment and Tax Collection works
with the City’s finance team to calculate TIF proceeds in order to finalize the tax rate.
Amount to be raised by property taxes + TIF Proceeds
Grand List Value/100 = Tax Rate
$17,962,812.57 + $116,494.29
($4,059,604,300/100) = 0.4455
During the FY23 budget process, the City removed the Penny for Paths and penny for Open
Space special levies from the operating budget. These will now appear separately on tax bills.
2022-2023 Municipal Tax Rate
City Operating: 0.4455
Open Space: 0.0100
Penny for Paths 0.0100
Local Agreement Vet: 0.0005
Total 2022-2023 Municipal Tax Rate: 0.4660
2022-2023 Education Tax Rates
Homestead Education Tax Rate: 1.2953
Non-Homestead Education Tax Rate: 1.4516
Total 2022-2023 Property Tax Rates
Homestead Property Tax Rate: 1.7613
Non-Homestead Property Tax Rate: 1.9176
During the FY23 budget presentations, we projected a total municipal tax rate increase of 6.27%.
However, as a result of a lower than project grand list and the TIF proceeds not included in the
projected impact, the actual FY23 total Municipal Tax Rate increase is 7.13%. However, when
looked at with the Education Tax Rates, the overall homestead property taxpayers will be paying
a combined tax rate of $1.7613. In aggregate, this is only slightly higher than the combined
FY22 tax rate of $1.7599 for a total .08% increase.
Recommended Motion
Move to set the FY23 Municipal Operations Tax Rate of $0.4455 for a total Municipal Tax Rate
of $0.4660, and set the installment due dates of:
August 15, 2022
November 15, 2022
March 15, 2023
FY23 Utility Rates
Per ordinance, the City Council must also annually set the utility rates for the fiscal year. These
are being set as proposed in the FY23 budget book, with a 1.67% increase in the Stormwater
rate, 1.95% increase in the Sewer rate, and 3.00% increase in the Water rate. You next agenda
item includes the resolution establishing these new rates.
CITY OF SOUTH BURLINGTON
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE FISCAL YEAR 2023 WATER,
SEWER, AND STORMWATER RATES AND CONNECTION FEES
WHEREAS, it is necessary for the City of South Burlington to amend its current Water Rates,
Water Connection Fees, Sewer Rates, Sewer Connection Fees, and Stormwater Rates; and,
WHEREAS, a sewer and water user fee is paid by all users of the water and sewer systems
based upon their metered water usage; and,
WHEREAS, a stormwater fee is paid by the owners of all developed property in the city; and,
WHEREAS, the City has the authority to establish rates to defray costs of planning, design,
construction, operations and maintenance of its water system; and,
WHEREAS, the total annual sewer charges received by all customers shall be sufficient for the
payment for the costs of operating, maintaining and repairing the sewer collection system and
plant facilities; and,
WHEREAS, the total annual revenue generated by stormwater user fees shall be sufficient to
fund the City’s stormwater program; and,
WHEREAS, the City charges every person seeking to expand an existing Sewer capacity
allocation, or building a facility requiring a new Sewer capacity allocation, a Connection Fee;
and,
WHEREAS, Article VIII, Section 1 of the City of South Burlington Water Ordinance states,
"The rates shall be established by resolution at an open meeting of the Legislative Body"; and,
WHEREAS, Article IV, Section 1 of the City of South Burlington Ordinance Regulating the
Use of Public and Private Sanitary Sewerage and Stormwater Systems authorizes the City
Council to set an annual Sewer Disposal Charge, and,
WHEREAS, Article VI, Section 6.1 of the City of South Burlington Sewerage and Stormwater
Ordinance authorizes the City to assess an Equivalent Residential Unit (ERU) based stormwater
fee; and,
WHEREAS, Article IV, Section 6.1(C) of the City of South Burlington Ordinance Regulating
the Use of Public and Private Sanitary Sewerage and Stormwater Systems authorizes the City
Council to establish by resolution the monthly rate for each ERU, and,
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2023 budgets for Sewer and Water are based on the increases in the
Sewer and Water rates and Connection Fees as proposed herein; and,
R-2022-
WHEREAS, the Fiscal Year 2023 budget for Stormwater is based on the increase in Stormwater
rate as proposed herein; and,
WHEREAS, the current Water Rate is $32.40 per 1,000 cubic feet of metered flow, the current
water connection rate is $1.73 per 1,000 cubic feet of new or increased daily demand, the current
Sewer Rate is $43.64 per 1,000 cubic feet of metered water flow, the current Sewer Allocation
Fee is $13.06 per gallon of new or increased daily demand, the current Sewer Connection Fee is
$63 ($50 Connection Fee and a $13 Digitization Fee), and the current stormwater rate is $7.20
per ERU.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the South Burlington City Council establishes the
Water Rate at $33.37 per 1,000 cubic feet of metered flow, the Water Connection Fee at $2.05
per 1,000 cubic feet of new or increased daily demand, the Sewer Rate at $44.49 per 1,000 cubic
feet of metered water flow, the Sewer Allocation Fee at $13.45 per gallon of new or increased
daily demand, the Sewer Connection Fee at $63 ($50 Connection Fee and a $13 Digitization
Fee), and the stormwater rate at $7.32 per ERU.
FURTHER, BE IT RESOLVED, the terms of this Resolution shall be effective July 1, 2022.
APPROVED this 11th day of July 2022.
SOUTH BURLINGTON CITY COUNCIL
___________________________ _____________________________
Helen Riehle, Chair Tom Chittenden
___________________________ _____________________________
Meaghan Emery, Vice-Chair Matt Cota
___________________________
Tim Barritt, Clerk
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
To: South Burlington City Council
From: Jessie Baker, City Manager
Leadership Team
Date: July 1, 2022
Re: FY23 Policy Priorities and Strategies (PP&S) Retreat – Materials
In a council‐manager form of government, staff must implement the City Council’s policies and priorities.
With the initiation of this effort in the fall of 2021, the Council adopted a set of Policy Priorities and Strategies
and the Leadership Team has reported on them through the year. In April you recommended continuing this
process for FY23 as a way to ensure that we are all making clear and intentional decisions about the policy
priorities of the City and the implementation strategies we will use to achieve the community vision.
We are excited to meet with you the evening of July 11, 2022 to discuss the Policy Priorities and Strategies for
FY23. We appreciate that the Council and community has given this process a chance and seem to be finding
it a helpful tool to ensure we are all moving in the same direction toward implementing the community’s
vision. As we refine this process together, we have made some adjustments to the worksheets and
recommendations. Throughout the FY23 Policy Priorities and Strategies document we have tried to simplify it
to make it a bit more accessible and readable.
FY22 Successes: First, we are providing you our final report on the FY22 Policy Priorities and Strategies as a
kick‐off to our FY23 discussion. Obviously, many of these priorities are continuing into future years. It is worth
taking a moment to acknowledge some of our shared successes this year. In FY22, together we:
Opened 180 Market Street!
Received a $9.76M Federal grant to support the construction of the East‐West Crossing of I‐89
Adopted new Land Development Regulations
With the CCPSA Board, secured over $1M to support the startup of regional dispatch
Issued an RFP to use $1M in ARPA funding to incentivize the construction of affordable housing
Implemented multi‐factor authentication and next‐gen antivirus programs to improve security
Among many others outlined in the report!
Committee Recommendations: We are providing the Committee recommendations separately from the
Leadership Team recommendations. Committees are at different points with using this PP&S process, so we
wanted to provide their words directly to you. Additionally, there are a number of priority areas where all (or
many) of the Committees will be engaged so it was getting cumbersome to draw these connections between
staff work and committee work. We have retained a column that indicates what committees will be involved
with the staff priorities. We welcome your feedback on this as we finetune our processes for the years to
come.
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
Overarching Priorities: We identified three “Overarching Priorities” that cross the current Comprehensive Plan
sections and have significant Council and community support. Highlighting these separately is important as
these are priorities that we understand must move forward. These are:
City Center and Tax Increment Financing District
Comprehensive Plan Update
Climate Action Plan
Timeline: On July 11th we will hold a Retreat to review these recommendations and integrate the Council’s
priorities. Following that discussion, the Leadership Team will finalize the recommendations and bring them
back to the Council for approval on August 1st. We will then continue to report out on them throughout the
year and orient new Committee volunteers to these priorities at the Annual Orientation on August 4, 2022.
Table of Contents
(click to go to document)
Draft Agenda for July 11th Retreat
FY22 Policies and Priorities – Report #3
FY23 Leadership Team recommendations on the Overarching Priorities
o Comprehensive Plan Update
o City Center and Tax Increment Financing District
o Climate Action Plan
FY23 Leadership Team recommendation on the Comprehensive Plan Areas and Core Municipal Services
o Affordable and Community Strong
o Opportunity Oriented
o Walkable
o Green & Clean
o Core Municipal Services and Administration
o Bike Rack
o Definitions
FY23 Committee recommendations on the Comprehensive Plan Areas
o Affordable Housing
o Bike & Pedestrian
o Climate Action Task Force – the DRAFT Goals, Pathways, and Actions by sector
o Common Area for Dogs
o Economic Development
o Energy
o Library Board
o Natural Resources and Conservation
o Planning Commission
o Public Arts
o Recreation & Parks
180 Market Street, South Burlington, Vermont 05403 | 802-846-4107 | www.southburlingtonvt.gov
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies – Council and Leadership Team Retreat
DRAFT Agenda
July 11, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Kevin Dorn Senior Center
1.Open Meeting
2.Agenda Review
3.Public Comment
4.Consent Agenda
5.Set FY23 Tax Rate
6.Approve FY23 Water/Sewer Rates
7.Retreat!
a.Welcome and Introductions
b.Overview of process, demographics, and evening
c.Celebrate successes of FY22
d.Generative Exercise on Policies and Strategies
i.Definitions/explanations needed?
ii.More effective strategies to employ?
iii.What is missing?
e. Strategies Prioritization
i.Vote on top priorities per policy area
ii.Review outcomes
f.What happens next and gratitude!
8.Adjourn
Description Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeActionLDR Updates: *Explore rezoning the land around the airport*Continue revisions to City Center Form Based Code and associated Official Map updates to support successful development of the downtownPaul* Airport request for zoning change by Kirby Road Ext wasdenied by the Planning Commission following completion of Airport Rezoning Task Force Report and recommendation to deny* City Council Public Hearing 6/6 to consider Official Map amendment for I‐89 Bike/Ped BridgeEDC, PC *EDC to participate in airport rezoningsubcommittee*PC to discuss and adopt all* Zoning east of Airport Parkway on both sides of Kirby Road Ext were considered. Task Force appointed by Planning Commission completed their final report and recommended denial and a more holistic approach to airport/neighborhood interface. Planning Commission denied request to amend* Official Map amendment for bike/ped bridge completed June 2022; other work to becontinued into FY '23* John Burton from the EDC participated in the rezoning task force. The committee voted to decline the zoning change and recommended more airport/neighborhood discussions.Start planning for (identify funding, project timeline, and connection to Comp Plan update) the develop a Park Master Plan to assess neighborhoods for unique features and determine how best to ensure equity of amenities like: accessibility, open space, park space, walkability, e‐bikes, etc.*Focus on evaluating City trail connectivity [link to Walkable and Clean & Green]Ashley, Holly * Incorporating budget item for a consultant to initiate a ParkMaster Plan (FY23?).* Working on updating trail mapping to confirm locations of existing networks.* Continued work on the Hubbard project that will provideadditional connectivity for residents, as well as make it a more welcoming space for all.* Work to incorporate accessibility language into promotionof Community Hike events.RPC, NRCC, CADMake recommendations to Council and staffWorking on funding sources for this in FY23; if not, then will be part of FY24 budget.Plan for Recreation Center future (new facility, existing spaces, etc.)? Holly, Ilona*On hold pending additional discussions.RPC Provide recommendations to the City Council*Still in conceptual stage***Engage/invite residents to provide input on what a robust community means to them*Exploring a model(s) to engage residents ‐ including potentially a permanent Town Meeting Day Survey to track longitudinal data or RDD‐type survey with benchmarking*Assess progress toward achieving a community identity*Examine how to increase participation in city discussions*Increase ways to foster invitations to diverse populations to help our CityCoralee and all*Planning and design work for ARPA and Comp Plan surveys.*Working with Panelope (new iteration of the Consensus app) to launch and use for feedback/information gathering.* East West Crossing Design (Ped Bike Bridge) has equityoutreach support from the Peace&JusticeCenter/WholeHeart.Library Trustees are including themes of inclusion and engagement in strategic planning.Library staff have started an informal walking survey of local businesses to introduce the library, share program publicity, ask for summer prizes.Library staff trained in what diversity and inclusion looks like for public libraries and is starting ongoing discussions along with participation in City Equity group.***Continue to strengthen community identity and commitment to communications *Refine and enhance a strategy for outward communications (checklists, structures, types, branding, etc)*Develop comprehensive communications policy*Provide training to staff and committees*Update City's website for clear resident communication*Provide resources for our non‐English speaking populationCoralee* Continued building of communications resources for training and support for staff.* Working with Energy Committee to transfer content/resources useful for residents to access.Library Trustees on Advocacy subcommittee created 3 videos to introduce people to the library and getting here by bus.Library continues to work on a publicity and marketing plan.Develop a policy on when the City assumes ownership for privately developed parks, open spaces, and roads (rec paths and sidewalks), and ensure maintenance resources are developedPaul, Holly, Jessie, Tom*Such policy exists to a certain extent in the LDRs/P&Z regs*Connection to maintenance will be a priority over the next year as discussed during the Budget presentation.*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.Update #3 (June 2022)Affordable and Community StrongMust Do*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes*Ensure transparent and accessible government."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also for special community‐oriented events.FY22 Update (June 2022)City of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulationsUpdates in red text
Description Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeAction*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.Update #3 (June 2022)Affordable and Community Strong*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes*Ensure transparent and accessible government."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also for special community‐oriented events.FY22 Update (June 2022)*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulationsSBPD will continue to be a progressive leader in the evolution of police use of force and de‐escalation principals as we adopt, train, and implement the 2021 legislation on Use of ForceShawn *Revised and issued the use of force policy in accordancewith the legislative mandates.*Trained all officers on the policy and in subsequent scenario based training.*Our response tempo has changed related to personssuffering from suicidal ideation.*The organization trained staff in team movement and roomclearing techniques which is critical to advancing de‐escalation opportunities.Support Art in City Center PAC/Ilona, Jennifer* Appointed City Curator for Public Gallery* Three shows mounted to date; Committee in process to review fourth* Preparing for spring/summer dedication of Gooses*Public sign up for Library Art Wall and display cabinets on web page. Building up displays through summer. *Current Curator overcommitted, Committee reviewingoptions to appoint new curator.PAC * Hold dedication events for art* Mount shows in public gallery* Select art for upcoming projects*Dedication for Season's Out of Time heldParticipate in the Airport Sound Committee and ensure noise mitigation funds are available to the communityJessie, Paul *No Committee Meetings have been held during this period.*Information from Airport shared via City NewsPromote the expansion of Dog Park offerings both on publicly‐owned lands and with new development proposalsHolly, Paul *Holly is working with CCAD to set priorities to include thisconcept*Working with developers of Hill Side to provide Dog ParkrecommendationsCAD Consider plans and provide feedbackComplete project to put land records online Donna *Working to find a company which can post the land records but require someone to sign in to view index and imagesSupport Trustees in completing Library Strategic PlanJennifer *Board committee established to review info from first phase of planning. Library TrusteesHave started a Library Strategic PlanLibrary meetings with an ad hoc committee of trustees and an initial meeting with staff about overall themes and initial goals. Modernize rules and regulations on dogs and common spaces for dogs Colin, Holly, Tom, Shawn, Ashley*The Committee has a very nice set of draft rules/regs that they worked for a while on pre‐pandemic *Staff has suggested to them that they focus on formalizingthese rules in Q1 & Q2 2022CAD Review and recommend ordinance changesNew Dog Park Rules have been approved through the committee. Ordinance review will need to be completed in FY 23 to be inclusive of all current parks. Conduct a cultural assessment (artist/arts inventory) in preparation for a future potential cultural plan (ARPA?)PAC/Ilona* Koleigh Vachereau completed draft of inventory.* PAC researching Cultural PlansPAC Review recommendations for the use of ARPA dollars; Conduct Inventory* Positioning to start cultural plan in FY23Build art into public spaces throughout South Burlington PAC/Ilona * Call to Artists close to being issued by Committee.*Big Picture youth to paint a mural in the Young Adult section.*City is acting as Fiscal Sponsor for VCF grant for public art funding**Call to Artists issued by PAC and several responses received for permanent art installations city wide.* provided funding to cover materials for several utility related murals, including the Hinesburg Road Pump HousePAC Issue Call for Art to develop ideas for future art installations city wide* Hope for Big Picture mural in The (Library) Loft to be completed be end of summer.* Middle school art classes working with Katie O'Brien created two hanging pieces for theLibrary Children's Room.Plan for a Fall 2022 Literary Streetfest on Market Street Jennifer *Library event in Sept to tie in with Green Mt Book Fest. Willmake space available during WinterFest.Library TrusteesGuide planning for Literary Streetfest. Support reduced programming.PC Adopt new Accessory Dwelling Unit standards* New ADU standards adopted Feb '22Committee Interest
Description Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeAction*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.Update #3 (June 2022)Affordable and Community Strong*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes*Ensure transparent and accessible government."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also for special community‐oriented events.FY22 Update (June 2022)*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulationsPC Adopt updated regulations including PUDs and subdivisions* New PUD and subdivision standards adopted Feb '22 and May '22AHC Explore funding mechanisms to increase funding to Affordable Housing Trust Fund and make recommendations to Council* Housing Trust Fund level funded in the FY23 budget. Had opportunity to providefeedback on ARPA funding. Otherwise not started.AHC Work with staff to review options for buying privately owned or developing existing city‐owned land to develop additional perpetually affordable housing*Monitored lease agreement approved by Council and School Board. Staff is now workingon the possible lot line adjustment for 575 Dorset Street (land behind former City Hall and Fire Department) to enable expanded affordable housing. EDC Work with staff to review options for buying or developing existing city‐owned land* Staff updated EDC at Committee meetings. Discussions continue about the possibility of doing a lot line adjustment for development at 575/577 Dorset Street.PC Develop tools for core areas of the City, including neighborhoods, commercial PUDs, infill, redevelopment PUDs, and/or extended use of TDRS* "General PUD" standards adopted May '22.* PC decided to address neighborhood‐space tools in a future round.*Planning Commission actively developing standards to extend use of TransferableDevelopment Rights into mixed‐use zoning districtsContinue focus on developing City Center and successfully administering the TIF district*Gain approval of a Substantial Change request*TIF 5 year auditIlona *Substantial Change request approved by VEPC*Auditor plans to kick off in audit in August 2022Plan for effective use of ARPA funding*Infrastructure (including IT)*Affordable Housing*Economic development and business supportAndrew *ARPA funds built into the FY23 budget* Council approved survey on 6/6* Launching community survey to include in‐person community engagement at City events and at the Library* RFP for affordable housing issued in May 2022AHC, EDC Make recommendations to Council on how best to use ARPA funding for housing and economic developmentDone in collaboration with the Housing Trust Fund with unanimous committees support. RFP was issued in May 2022Will be part of the ARPA public process over the summer.Complete LDR Amendment process: *Extend inclusionary zoning city‐wide*Zoning District amendments to align with Comprehensive PlanPaul*Inclusionary Zoning expansions adopted by Council Feb 2022.*Zoning District amendments in SEQ and I/O to Neighborhood Residential adopted Feb '22Strengthen relationship with the School Board and develop a coordinated budget and priorities for the City as a whole.Jessie *Continued to hold monthly meetings with shared agendas.*Manager serving on the Superintendent InterviewCommittee*Exploring shared demographer.Increase and coordinate Recreation & Parks and Library programming to provide opportunities for community engagementHolly, Jennifer* Library plan to assist Rec with Little Free Libraries.*Coordination of events and festivalsComplete a city‐wide assessment and update to city addresses to be compliant with state required E9‐1‐1 systemMarla No progress yetSBPD will continue to be a leader in recognizing bias in policing and establishing meaningful relationships with the immigrant community. This work includes education for staff and leveraging the partnership formed with our cultural brokers.Shawn *The organization has been host to Dr. Avila's fair and impartial policing training.*Evaluating the 2020 traffic stop data report released by Dr.Seguino.Complete Szymanski Park Improvements Holly, Tom*Work is coordinated and will be completed this summer.South Village Field: Determine future use and work with developer on construction. Holly, Tom* Due to staffing limitations this was not priority. Holly to kick this off early FY 23Core Services
Description Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeAction*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.Update #3 (June 2022)Affordable and Community Strong*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes*Ensure transparent and accessible government."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also for special community‐oriented events.FY22 Update (June 2022)*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulationsHubbard Natural Area: Complete design phase and prepare bid documentsAshley, Tom *Design work has been on hold until a Phase 1B Archaeology Study can be completed this spring. This study will determinelayout of proposed elements. Our consultant (L&D) closed its doors and projects were transferred to another firm (TCE). Working with TCE to get a contract in place and move thiswork forward.Red Rocks: Complete permitting for park improvements Ashley, Tom *Re‐assessed trail maintenance work on adjacent wetlands and wetland buffers. Team is finalizing plans and looking to submit for permitting.*Stormwater mitigation concerns have been resolved.
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionBe nimble in supporting future of U Mall. *Consider additional commercial uses*Consider campus housing*Explore restoring unused impervious areas to natural state for stormwater mitigation and community garden for local food productionJessie, Ilona *Effective 3/7/22 Eastern Real Estate has purchased the U Mall property.*Staff will continue to work with the new owners on the future of the parcel*Eastern Real Estate attended the South Burlington Economic Development Committeemeeting on 6/4* Extending relationship with U‐Mall through Illuminate Vermont and the East‐West Crossing Project.Dorset Street Signals: *Complete hardware project planning and bidding*Consider how to make Dorset more walkableTom* Vtrans has tentatively approved our 1111 permit and has requested final plans. Once this final permit is in hand we will put it out to bid. Likely in late June 2022.*Community discussion will be needed on theappropriate blend of ped xing protection (protected, leading, concurrent) and mainline vehicular thoroughputDevelop plan to provide dispatch services to partner communitiesShawn *$750K received from Congressmen Welch through the Federal Omnibus bill* About $450k in additional funding secured with potential State funding approved in State budget* Public safety is working with a radio vendor to secure dispatch console technology that has interoperability with CCPSA while meeting the near term needs of the South Burlington Dispatch Center.Develop metrics for fiscal and economic development: do we have a tax base goal? What do we need to be financially sustainable? How do we support GL growth that enables this? Jessie, Ilona*EC continues to discuss data* Community Development onboarded summer intern to look at GL and Infrastructure Data.EDCLibraryDevelop and review metricsLibrary Board Finance committee support for staffing and operations.Library Board w Foundation formalized annual appeal and created strong management tool for donors.* EDC discussed metrics and is narrowing the list of indicators to track. This will also be part of the Comp Plan updated.*Project will be ongoing into FY23Continue to represent the City on regional and state‐wide boards: VLCT, CCRPC, Clerks' Association, VT Bar Association, Green Mountain Water & Environment Association (GMWEA), Vermont Chapter of the Institute of Transportation Engineers (VTITE), and VT Clean Water Advisory Committee (CWAC)All *Donna‐ now a member at large for the New England Clerks Assn.*Library staff on Humanities Council VT Reads committee*Manager Board President of VLCTAssess the City's Industrial‐Commercial Zoning districts: What uses MUST be away from housing? Should we reserve land for those purposes only while making other "business parks" eligible for a wider range of mixed uses?Paul* Planning Commission heard initial request fromOnLogic to consider additional uses in Mixed I/C; agreed to include this with broader review of industrial areas in FY '23PC and EDC Provide feedback and review of options* Planning Commission heard initial request from OnLogic to consider additional uses in Mixed I/C; agreed to include this with broader review of industrial areas in FY '23*EDC not yet begunCity of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21Updates in red textOpportunity OrientedBeing a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community.Must Do"This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Prioritize development that occurs within the community into the higher intensity areas identified within this Plan*Support a diverse and vibrant economy built on quality jobs, employment centers and a supportive educational and research system; support markets for local agricultural and food products.Update #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionOpportunity OrientedBeing a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Prioritize development that occurs within the community into the higher intensity areas identified within this Plan*Support a diverse and vibrant economy built on quality jobs, employment centers and a supportive educational and research system; support markets for local agricultural and food products.Update #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Participate in the region's Building Homes Together campaign (http://www.ecosproject.com/building‐homes‐together) with a focus on financing tools, link to transportation, and food/gardening resourcesJessie, Paul *Jessie and several Councilors signed on to initiative* P&Z staff have enhanced data tracking to collect # of bedrooms with each residential permit. Have met with City Departments to assess permit software needs*RFP to allocate $1M of ARPA to incentivize affordable housing published on May 26, 2022Maintain presence on the Champlain Valley Conservation Partnership to support regional conservation and stewardship goals.Ashley * Coordinated meetings from January ‐ March 2022.*Partnership adopted a new logo.*Partnership is working on a series ofengagement events for the year; and also are hoping to coordinate a roundtable discussion with regional land trusts.NEW: Added due to successful grant application: Launch Illuminate Vermont, an evening winter festival featuring artisans and the artsHolly, Ilona *Established Leadership committee*Selected date*established event materialsAHC Identify regulatory barriers and added costs of developing multi‐unit buildings and propose ways for SB to address them. Could include: waiver or reduction of city impact and permit fees for perpetually affordable developmentsNot startedAHC Articulate connections between dense housing development and climate change solutionsOngoingAHC Review zoning districts city‐wide to identify additional locations for residential/mixed‐use zoning including conducting an inventory of vacant space.Redevelopment subcommitteeAHC Identify regulatory barriers and added costs of redeveloping areas of SB and propose ways to address themFormed Redevelopment subcommittee that talked with and visited with neighboring communities to learn best practices. Attended and gave input to Planning Commission meetings on the General PUD discussions and Shelburne Road. Supported ADU change to LDRs.EDC Identify staff support for EDCThe City Manager is staffing the Committee.Pending Community or Committee interestConsider ballot item on Commercial Cannabis Jessie*Cannabis Control Board has issued Cultivation permits in South BurlingtonEDC Explore Commercial Cannabis, monitor CCB's efforts and make recommendations to CouncilIn January, EDC recommended bringing this question to the voters to decide. No community interest was expressed until the last minute. State is pushing off fall launch. EDC to review after State launch.Participate in State‐wide Code Review conversations and adjust local ordinances as neededTerry *Working with State Elevator Board to reduce false calls from elevator emergency call buttons. *Looking for ADA compliant guard/shield installation for these buttons.Core ServiceCommittee Interest
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionOpportunity OrientedBeing a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City Committee*Prioritize development that occurs within the community into the higher intensity areas identified within this Plan*Support a diverse and vibrant economy built on quality jobs, employment centers and a supportive educational and research system; support markets for local agricultural and food products.Update #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Offer City‐owned spaces to community for use with a focus on events in City CenterCoralee, Holly, JenniferThe public spaces at 180 Market Street are available to rent/reserve. Current information is on the City website at https://www.southburlingtonvt.gov/how_do_i/reserve_a_room/index.php *Library handled 650 reservation requests for rooms and received $1400 in fees to date. *Senior Center has had multiple weekend rentals and has received $1,000 to date
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionWilliston Road Streetscape: Complete design and initiate ROW acquisitionIlona, Tom * Geotech stormwater complete, also coordinated with Signal project at Dorset Street.* Coordinated with utilities, almost at 60% DesignComplete 8 to 10 projects prioritized in Penny for Paths as a step to tie together network for accessibility for allTom, Ashley *Construction agreement for implementation of a new crosswalk at Kennedy Dr/Twin Oaks. Project is under construction. Will be finished by the start of FY23. * Striping of the three new crosswalks across Hinesburg Road, between Kennedy Drive and Williston Road, will happen this spring. Work completed.* Kicked off the design of three new crosswalks across Williston Road (at 30% design). Work on‐going. We need temporary easements from 10 private property owners. Letters and agreements are drafted and will be sent to impacted property owners by mid‐June.* Entering ROW for the Dorset Street Shared Use Path project. Work on‐going, but has slowed due to staff time.* Held public forum on the concepts for the Spear Street Bike/Ped Improvement project. Incorporated feedback, and identified conceptual layout for path. Work continues and evaluation of path location (which side of the road) is still in question. * Hubbard park Shared Use Path connection on hold pending results of spring archaeology work.Our consultant (L&D) closed its doors and projects were transferred to another firm (TCE). Working with TCE to get a contract in place and move this work forward.BPC Inform P4Ps prioritiesImprove connections between maintenance costs and capital (public and private) investments*Assess maintenance standards and commitment to level of service *Reflect these decisions in maintenance budgets*2022 ‐ Focus on line striping budget and timeline*Continue to diversify the maintenance fleet (smaller more nimble fleet pieces) to meet changing transportation designsTom *Striping budget increased 2x in FY'23 proposal *Deputy Director for Capital Projects will start on July 5th. Other Deputy positions hiring in progress. Work with folks at GMT to improve and enhance transit options in the City and throughout the region.Jessie, Paul, Tom* Requested meeting with GMT (Ilona)Garden Street: Complete the right of way acquisition and design; bid out projectIlona, Tom* Completed stormwater design* ROW continuesBicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeMust DoUpdate #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Walkable*Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options while accommodating the automobile*Establish a city center with pedestrian‐oriented design, mixed uses, and public buildings and civic spaces that act as a focal point to the community.City of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21Updates in red text
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionBicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Walkable*Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options while accommodating the automobile*Establish a city center with pedestrian‐oriented design, mixed uses, and public buildings and civic spaces that act as a focal point to the community.Update City‐wide official map to include examination of east‐west roadsPaul PC Consider and adopt new official map*Planning Commission considered as part of the FY 2023 CCRPC Unified Planning Work Program project. *PC decided to not move this forward as part of the UPWP process.(No longer Pending funding; now Must Do)East‐West Transportation Alternative Crossing (Ped/Bike Bridge): Preliminary DesignIlona, Tom * Received Grant Award Notice of 9.7M (FUNDED)* Council approved agreement with VHB * VTrans will be a partner with the City (administer the grant) and secured NEPA clearance * Lined up legal support for ROW*Outreach starting with public workshop on June 16th * Moved from Conceptual to Developing Design ConceptComplete Transportation Impact Fee update Tom, Paul *OngoingComplete Transportation Demand Management Regulations Tom, Paul *Ongoing; in coordination with Transportation Impact FeesPC Consider and adopt new regulationsLDR Amendments to promote walkable neighborhoods and environmental conservation*Replace Subdivision and Master Plan Standards*New Planned Unit Development Types: Conservation, Traditional Neighborhood*Establish citywide Civic Space Types, Street Types and Building Types and Residential DesignTom, Paul* "General" PUD type adopted May '22 * City‐wide Civic Space (Site Amenity) standards for all new development subject to site plans adopted May '22 PC, NRCC PC: Consider and adopt new regulationsNRCC: Advise on concepts*Master Plan, Subdivision, "TND/Conservation PUDs", and updated civic space/street/building types Adopted by Council Feb 2022*"General" PUD type adopted May '22*City‐wide Civic Space (Site Amenity) standards for all new development adopted subject to site plans May '22Consider UPWP applications to build out bike/ped infrastructure to create an accessible network for all residents with focus on scoping projects for next two years.Paul, Ashley, Tom* Proposed FY '23 UPWP Project includes review of 4 intersections/crosswalks. We applied for 4, but received 2 projects for FY23. This includes an evaluation of the Nowland / Spear intersection and evaluation of the White Street / Chamberlin School intersection. * Queen City Park Scoping Study completed Spring '22. * Potash Crossing scoping study completed Spring '22 * Staff reviewed the final report on the assessment of existing bike/ped infrastructure (including bridges) and will be looking at next steps for incorporating maintenance funding into future CIPs. Will need to discuss during the upcoming budget process.*Mary Street sidewalk study Completed spring '22EC, BPC Support funds, participate in conversations around related projects* City was awarded funding / support for the following FY'23 UPWP projects:‐‐Study of how to best connect I‐89 Bike/Ped Bridge to network‐‐ study of providing lighting to an underlit route‐‐ Review of 2 crosswalks / intersections: Nowland Farm Road/ Spear and White/Chamerlin School‐‐ Climate Action Plan support* Potash Brook bike/ped crossing evaluation completed* Queen City Park Road bike/ped study completed*Mary Street sidewalk evaluation study completedConsider multi‐modal transportation planning and implementation expertise when hiring the next DPW DirectorJessie *Tom hired! *Hired a Deputy Director for Capital Projects with transportation engineering expertise. Employee will start on July 5th.Core Services
DescriptionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee ActionBicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure."This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform policy Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Walkable*Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options while accommodating the automobile*Establish a city center with pedestrian‐oriented design, mixed uses, and public buildings and civic spaces that act as a focal point to the community.BPC Develop strategy to connect with residents about how to interact and engage with each other via different modes of transportation in a respectful and responsible way.Ongoing discussionEDC Continue to participate in I89 Corridor conversationCommittee has been on the CCRPC calls. Report expected this summer.(On Bike Rack list as must for FY23) City Center Park Phase II: Initiate design for City Center Park pedestrian and bicycle boardwalk connection Ilona, Tom, Holly* Obtained easement for privately to design and engineer design project.*Library would like for connection to include a permanent storywalk if possible. Discussion at staff level for next steps around this amenity.*Easement accepted; design ongoing* In Design Phase (ongoing)Committee Interest
Description*Climate Change ResolutionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeActionContinue to reduce our phosphorus discharges into Lake Champlain; work with DEC on a possible P‐Credit Program as we are achieving great results that others could benefit from with our P reductionTom *DPW's 1/3/22 presentation to Council demonstrated the ways in which the City is excelling at P reduction. The stormwater division continues to design and construct stormwater treatment projects. *** Develop the City's Climate Action Plan (including a specific Transportation Implementation Plan and Governance Implementation Plan) [Transportation Plan link to Walkable]Paul *Climate Action Plan Task Force underway, meeting semi‐monthly. Task Force has completed initial set of actions & science‐based targets in all sectors; undertaking outreach and prioritizationTask Force, ECParticipate in Climate Change planning; provide recommendations*Task Force has received science‐based targets within each sector, developed and approved initial list of actions to meet the targets, and has begun outreach and prioritization. Scheduled completed late summer 2022Support reduction in fossil fuel use in South Burlington by looking at viable alternative fuel options for City fleet*Research capacity of new technology and weigh against cost of new investment for future budget consideration *Expand use of electric hand held equipment and investigate the replacement of gas‐powered equipment/fleet with electric/renewable equivalents*Integrate into relevant sections of the Climate Action Plan*By leveraging the Cloud, reduce onsite hardware to result in lower energy consumptionTom, Paul, Chiefs, Lou*Large‐scale EV fleet equipment remains high cost and lacks demonstrated reliability ‐ this will continue to be monitored*DPW has EV handheld tools and will continue to work w/vendors *FY 23 approved budget includes the purchase of two hybrid patrol cruisersPrepare for an Chloride TMDL by instituting winter maintenance best practices and working with the private sector on their SOPs. Perhaps a Stormwater Credit can be created for private sector Cl‐ reductionsTom, Paul *DPW's 1/3/22 presentation to Council demonstrated the ways in which the City has done a lot in recent years to reduce winter salt application.*DPW has continued to track salt usage and set application rates that balance public safety with potential Cl problems.Improve management/maintenance of City‐owned open spaces*Pursue acquisition/conservation of properties based on Council directions and priorities*Develop a policy to evaluate a parcel's use (access or not)*Review and update current Open Space Fund parameters*Create City Open Space Management Plans *Develop funding strategy for maintenance management and open space plan*Recommend process for funding ongoing maintenance and management*Ensure all documentation is centrally maintainedJessie, Ashley, Tom, Paul* The NRCC continued drafting the City's first Open Space Plan. They are looking at potential grant funding to support a facilitator to guide them through this work.* Staff prepared memo on the importance of long‐term stewardship and why it should be considered in conjunction with the purchase of land for conservation purposes. * The UVM NR206 group completed it's project focused on collating documents related to the City's purchase/ownership of conservation land. *Staff is presenting the Red Rocks Management Plan update on March 24th at a Joint Committee Meeting (NRCC & Rec & Parks).* Continued working with VLT on Wheeler Conservation Easement. * maintenance levels are directly correlated w/funding levels, staff could happily discuss what is needed for each new considered purchase/use of new landNRCC Develop Open Space Plan to document strategy for prioritizing conservation and stewardship of land in the City.Must DoEmphasizing sustainability for long‐term viability of a clean and green South Burlington"This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)*Promote conservation of identified important natural areas, open spaces, aquatic resources, air quality, arable land and other agricultural resources, historic sites and structures, and recreational assets*Reduce energy consumption city‐wide and increase renewable energy production where appropriate.Updates in red textFY22 Update (June 2022)City of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21Green & Clean
Description*Climate Change ResolutionImplementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)CommitteeActionEmphasizing sustainability for long‐term viability of a clean and green South Burlington"This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can inform Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)*Promote conservation of identified important natural areas, open spaces, aquatic resources, air quality, arable land and other agricultural resources, historic sites and structures, and recreational assets*Reduce energy consumption city‐wide and increase renewable energy production where appropriate.FY22 Update (June 2022)Green & CleanComplete Auclair conservation plan Paul *Working with VT Land Trust on MOU with the City on shared understanding, expectations. Closing on transfer of parcels from current owner to VLT anticipated in near futureContinue to collect, monitor and analyze energy data for City facilities*Post reports to the websiteLou *Ongoing EC, BPC Provide support; recommendationsReview and consider updates to Tree Ordinance Tom *DPW Director and Arborist will review changes to state tree laws since January 2017 and identify any needed updates. Staff has notyet had time to focus on this task.NRCC Make recommendations to CouncilReview and consider changes to the City's Emerald Ash Borer Plan Tom*DPW is moving forward with the EAB plan as funding allows inFY22 and FY23.NRCC Make recommendations to CouncilLDR Updates:*Update regulations to include requirements for increasing energy efficiency for all development (highest already in the State) to potentially include solar generation requirement for new developmentPaul *CAP Task Force examining disconnect from fossil fuels for newand existing buildingsPC Consider and possibly make recommendation to Council.* Requirement for solar‐ready zoning for commercial buildingsadopted Feb '22* Climate Action Plan Task Force examining disconnect from fossil fuels for new and existing buildingsEC Participate in Button up and other community education opportunities; support efforts to weatherize as part of noise mitigationEDC Explore ways to recruit and retain clean energy businessesConsidering best approach to this initiative.EC Assist the City with identifying additional investments in energy efficiency improvements and operating practices in municipal buildings and other facilities that will reduce their energy cost and associated carbon footprint. Complete LDR Amendment process: *Conservation PUDs and Environmental Protection Standards*LDR Amendments to facilitate accessory dwelling units, solar ready roofs and solar gain, accessory structures, and other minor amendments*Zoning District amendments to align with Comprehensive PlanPaul* Land Development Regulation Amendments Adopted Feb '22New LDR Amendment Round*To support redevelopment and infill in built up areas including TDRsand PUDsPaul* Planning Commission developing expansion to TDR program toenable greater residential density in mixed‐use zonesPC Consider and possibly make recommendation to Council.*"General PUD" applicable in mixed‐use and industrial areas adopted May 2022* Planning Commission developing expansion to TDR program toenable greater residential density in mixed‐use zonesUpdate All‐Hazard Mitigation PlanTerry, Paul* Draft all‐hazard mitigation plan submitted to consultants for FEMA review Spring '22Achieve LEED Certification for 180 Market StreetIlona, Lou, Tom *Ongoing from a paperwork standpointCore ServicesCommittee Interest
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee Action***Focus on equity and inclusion *Develop and adopt a City‐wide equity and inclusion statement*Year 1 implementation plan to the Council*Internal staff training*Increase representation on committees by inviting folks to participate*Implement new processes for receiving inclusive input on city policies and projects*Participate in state‐wide Fair and Impartial Policing training and policy development *Develop accessible outreach materials regarding elections and city services All Staff (leads: Jessie, Coralee, Shawn)*A group of staff has participated in initial conversations on how to define this work and how to move it forward; follow‐up meetings to be scheduled* The library and NRCC partnered on an indigenous program in March. *Library staff participated in City equity groups and trained on anti‐racism in libraries and library collections.*Incorporated exploring equity question(s) in hiring process.*Discussions about equitable dissemination of information and gathering of input, as we plan surveys, etc. *The police department held promotional processes which included BIPOC neighbors as evaluators.* Proposed a Declaration of Inclusion to the Council on 6/6.* Library strategic plan will include DEI implementation to include staff training and conversation, collection and policy evaluation, program planning with diverse communities input.AHC Propose an Impact Assessment Checklist for Council considerationRequested that CCRPC convene a meeting on housing and equity. Included language in the RFP for the use of ARPA funding a specific focus on BIPOC and New American households. Received a presentation from CCRPC on the ECOS Report and their focus on equity and inclusion.Consider charter changes related to governance and monitor reappointment of legislative districtsJessie, Donna *Charter change resolution approved by Council on 2/22*First Charter Committee meeting held on May 31, 2022. Meeting monthly staffed by City Manager and City Attorney.*** Modernize the City's Personnel Policies and Practices*Update Personnel Handbook*Focus on recruitment and retention to reflect the community we serve*Analyze the staff we need to provide the level of service we want to provide*Focus on onboarding, orientation, and cross‐department collaboration*Institute an annual review process and Staff Development Program with staff input*Ensure first responders have specialized training they need*Consider benefits we can offer for PT employees for recruitment and retention*Consider succession planning *Complete a wage classification study*Support staff well‐being, empowerment, and opportunitiesCoralee* Work has continued on Employee Handbook, closing in on a complete draft. * Filled 38 positions, since July 1. We have had several internal promotions. We have vacancies throughout many departments ‐‐ 19 currently open.* Beginning a workshop series for City managers to provide a common foundation of management skills and knowledge. * During contract negotiations, created 2 new wage scales.* Library mangers attended a day long workshop on Leadership. * Library intern prepared Onboarding recommendations.* Library strategic plan to include emphasis on orientation and onboarding. Staff survey out now to find out info that staff wish they knew in the first 3 months. * Started performance discussions in June 2022 with Leadership Team.Develop redundancy for IT services*Including encrypted emails*Malware‐proofingMike* A secondary internet connection from Burlington Telecom was installed at 180 Market st. This will provide redundant internet connectivity for the building. * Multi‐factor authentication and next‐gen antivirus were rolled out city wide greatly improving security posture. *** Continue commitment to moving to and maintaining electronic records *Focus on Fire, Finance, and HR records and complete historic permits*Work to link parcel data through Planning & Zoning, Assessor, and DPW**Consider backup plans should we lose files and internetAll *P&Z staff completing last of our digitization: zoning permits, reports, prior plans & regulations*Office 365 implementation underway including SharePoint training***Update permitting systems and processes:*Provide technology to streamline processes*Build an expedited pathway for Sustainable Energy Projects*Support efficient DRB reviewPaul *P&Z staff has collected its objectives for permitting software*Met with involved departments Spring '22PC (recommended by EDC)Update permitting system: Ensure an expedited pathway for high impact priority projects*P&Z staff has collected its objectives for permitting software; Met with involved departments Spring '22Must Do"This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Core Municipal Services and AdministrationCity of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3Adopted by Council 11/15/21Updates in red text
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Leader(s)Committee Action"This is how we are accomplishing this vision.""This is how our resident committees can Role of City Manager and Leadership TeamRole of City CommitteeUpdate #3 (June 2022)FY22 Update (June 2022)Core Municipal Services and AdministrationInitiate review of progress on the 2016 Comprehensive Plan in preparation for the 2024 Plan.All Departments and Committees*P&Z staff to prepare a worksheet for departments and committees *Planning for public outreach started.All committeesParticipate in review of progress on the 2016 Comprehensive Plan in preparation for the 2024 Plan.*** Continue focus on being customer service oriented*Set internal and external customer service standards*Focus on moving from paper forms to digital forms with possibility for credit card payments*Implement E‐fax to eliminate fax machine needsAll * Incorporating customer service training for new employees.* Determining who needs training and work has been completed for back‐end support for moving to digital forms.* Library leadership team discussing development of standards of approachability. Reduce water loss (which directly translated to lost water use revenue) through the continuation of a water meter replacement programTom *Water meter replacement is ongoing and in 2021 DPW participated in a study that used satellite imagery to locate leaks; from this work four leaks were identified and repaired.*Water leaks discovered and repaired on Grandview and Williston Road (near Mayfair Park) Feb/March 2022.Implement Office 365 Mike* Office 365 migration for email completed. We will continue to rollout other products from the Office 365 suite including Sharepoint, Teams, OneDrive, etc. Complete Reappraisal and attend to equity concerns raised through BCA processMartha L *Reappraisal complete with a new CLA of 100.99% * Majority of sales are higher than reappraisal values. *Addressing equity concerns will continue into 2022‐2023Clean up delinquency list and put in place payment plans Martha L *Letters to owners with explanation of payment plan and abatement option mail January 2022. Tax sale proceedings start late summer. *New VHAP law ‐ will be notifying all homestead owners of the programConsider a policy on camping/domicile on public property or encampment policy to best serve our neighbors and our propertyJessie, Colin Not started yetCore Services
City of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & StrategiesAdopted by Council 11/15/21Bike RackFor consideration and prioritization in future years.IdeasRental Registry and/or Housing Ordinance/Short‐term Rentals (AirBnb)Partner with Burlington for a Regional Tech CenterResident Parking Ordinance Work with partners to extend the Bike Share Program into more South Burlington neighborhoods*Assess motorized vehicles on shared use path system and develop policies around signage and safety* Amended contract with GreenRide signed; to include 4 additional stations in South Burlington in FY '23Must for FY23: City Center Park Phase II: Initiate design for City Center Park pedestrian and bicycle boardwalk connection Revisit Winter Parking BanCity pledge to not to use herbicides or fungicides on South Burlington parks, recreation or other owned property and to encourage property owners to do the same. Work with public/homeowners to educate about maintaining backyard stream/wetland buffersNeed a definition for committee liaisons and tasks/obligationsDevelop a policy for abandoned propertiesInvestment policy to match Climate Action ResolutionPolicy: Every land use issue or decision must have a climate change or mitigation as the primary guiding principleConsider sustainability in purchasing vs costResearch Tech neutral approach to carbon emissions reductionsExplore updating the City's Noise and Nuisance ordinances and related LDRsMary Street ‐ Add sidewalk*Evaluation study completed Spring '22, included 3 public meetings, analysis of alternatives, prferred recommendation
Comprehensive Plan Update
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
Update City Comprehensive Plan [expires 2/24]
*Affirm Values & Goals
* Review implementation of 2016 Plan
* Establish "knowns" / data analysis for 2024 Plan
* Host robust public participation
* Establish measurable objectives by subject area
* Establish policy/actions for 2024 Plan
* Prepare for formal adoption process beginning in FY24
Planning & Zoning, City
Manager
PC, All Committees
Themes and topics to be more thoroughly addressed
•Addressing Climate Change (mitigation, resiliency, adaptation)
•Emphasizing Equity in our work
•Creating greater emphasis on people, community, and equity
•Neighborhoods, connections, and transitions
•Creating greater measurability in the Plan’s Objectives
•Assuring consistency of objectives and policies within the Plan
•Addressing housing and affordability
•Addressing economic activity and resiliency
•And others as identified
Develop strategy for funding and sequencing the following likely plans:
*Climate Action
*Cultural
*Open Space
*Parks
*Equity
*Transportation
*Housing
*and others as identified
Planning & Zoning, City
Manager
PC, All Committees
Assess the City's Industrial‐Commercial Zoning districts: What uses MUST be away from
housing? Should we reserve land for those purposes only while making other "business parks"
eligible for a wider range of mixed uses? Consider support services & uses
Planning & Zoning PC and EDC
*** Youth programming to support families in the downtown core. What services are missing
(e.g. Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, Youth Center, mental and physical health provision)
Planning & Zoning,
Police, Recreation,
Library
Involved Committees
Planning & Zoning, City
Manager
PC, All Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
Continue focus on developing City Center and successfully administering the TIF district
*TIF 5 year audit
Community
Development
Williston Road Streetscape:
*Complete design and initiate ROW acquisition
*Obtain TIF bond authorization
Community
Development, DPW
*** Garden Street:
*Complete the right of way acquisition and design
*Obtain TIF bond authorization for Phase II
*Bid out project
Community
Development, DPW
City Center Park Boardwalk Connection:
*Design, obtain funding for, and contract for construction
*Obtain TIF bond authorization
Community
Development, DPW
Develop East West Crossing ‐ Pedestrian Bicycle Bridge over I‐89 Project
*Under design with Community through October
*Obtain TIF bond authorization
*Begin developing construction documents
Community
Development, DPW
BPC
*** Dorset Street Signals:
*Complete construction / installation of new hardware.
*Consider how new hardware and signals can be used to make Dorset St more walkable.
*Evaluate Adaptive signal technology. Scope this work and get rough costs for
implementation.
Community
Development, DPW
Be nimble in supporting future of U Mall and other private development in City Center City Manager,
Community
Development, Planning
& Zoning
EDC
Land Development Regulations Updates: Continue revisions to City Center Form Based Code
and associated Official Map updates to support successful development of the downtown
Planning & Zoning,
Community
Development
PC
City Center and Tax Increment Financing District
Involved Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team Involved Committees
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
Complete Development of the City's Principal Climate Action Plan Planning & Zoning EC, CAPTF, PC
Prepare specific Implementation Plans by Sector, beginning with Transportation,
Governance, and Buildings/Thermal
Planning & Zoning
Receive Plan and begin implementation of highest prioritiy actions in current fiscal year Planning & Zoning, City
Manager, Others as
needed
With FY24 budget consider staff capacity to implement City Manager, Planning &
Zoning, Others
Communicate widely on the CAP and stratagies Planning & Zoning, City
Manager
EC, CAPTF
Climate Action Plan
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
Land Development Regulations Updates:
*Extend use of TDRs to higher density mixed use areas
*Address density on smaller parcels in the SEQ
*Begin to zoning in historically single‐family neighborhoods to allow for thoughtful infill and mix
of housing types
Planning & Zoning PC
Increase Community Engagement in Dog Parks: Events, stewardship programs Recreation & Parks CAD
Develop a policy on when the City assumes ownership for privately developed parks, open
spaces, and roads (rec paths and sidewalks), and ensure maintenance resources are developed
Planning & Zoning, DPW,
Legal
Increase programming for underserved populations Recreation & Parks, Library
Collaborate on providing community services:
*Coordinate marketing efforts with Rec and Library, Pop Up Events with Schools, CHT facilities
*Launch remote service delivery
*Support Green Up Date by coordination of in Park events
Recreation & Parks, Library
Social Equity in Programs: As part of the FY24 budget, discuss increase in scholarship funding,
fundraising efforts to enhance scholarship fund, develop pricing pyramid to allow for some free
programming in each age grouping
City Manager, Recreation &
Parks
Increase Community Gardens throughout the community Recreation & Parks
Orient our neighbors to the Airport's noise mitigation funds and efforts City Manager, Planning &
Zoning
Adopt a policy to refer a majority of misdemeanor crimes to the Community Justice Center.
*Ensure equitable opportunity to justice involved persons and fully embraces the use of
restorative practices to address crime and disorder in the City.
*As part of FY24 budget consider ways to sustainably fund efforts.
Police
Implement a body worn camera program in addition to the cruiser camera program.
*Coordinate public records requests advancing the principals of both transparent and accessible
government.
Police
Support Trustees in completing Library Strategic Plan Library Library Trustees
Modernize rules and regulations on dogs and common spaces for dogs Recreation & Parks, Legal,
DPW
CAD
Plan for the transformational and effective use of ARPA funding City Manager All Committees
*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods
*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes
*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services
*Ensure transparent and accessible government.
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulations
*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also
*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.
Involved Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Affordable and Community Strong
*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life
Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
*Keep unique features, and maintain or enhance the quality of life of existing neighborhoods
*Be a recognized leader in public education offerings and outcomes
*Provide quality public safety, infrastructure, health, wellness, and recreation services
*Ensure transparent and accessible government.
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
*Take into account the quality of life of residents, employees, and visitors in the development of City policies, plans, projects, and regulations
*Actively plan for public spaces throughout the City, including public open spaces and public art, such that these spaces can be utilized daily and also
*Establish vibrant streetscapes, civic spaces, public art and public facilities in the Central District and City Center.
Involved Committees
Affordable and Community Strong
*Be affordable, with housing for people of all incomes, lifestyles, and stages of life
Complete a city‐wide assessment and update to city addresses to be compliant with state
required E9‐1‐1 system
Planning & Zoning
SBPD will continue to be a leader in recognizing bias in policing and establishing meaningful
relationships with the immigrant community. This work includes education for staff and
leveraging the partnership formed with our cultural brokers.
Police, Library
South Village Field: Determine future use and work with developer on construction Recreation & Parks, DPW
Hubbard Natural Area: Complete design phase and prepare bid documents DPW
Red Rocks: Complete permitting for park improvements DPW
Design and find funding for a new Book/Rec Van service Recreation & Parks, Library
Update our Pavement Condition Assessments (PCI) scoring and use this to guide future street
paving. Create a system for determining where we will spend paving dollars that is transparent
and equitable.
DPW
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible
Department
Launch the Chittenden County Public Safety Authority with partners Police, Fire, City
Manager
Illuminate Vermont Artisan Festival to promote City Center, support local hospitality industry
and Vermont artisans
Recreation & Parks,
Community
Development
PAC & RPC
Support and create affinity spaces for South Burlington residents, employees and business
owners
Recreation & Parks,
Community
Development, Library
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
*Support a diverse and vibrant economy built on quality jobs, employment centers and a supportive educational and research system;
support markets for local agricultural and food products.
Opportunity Oriented
Involved Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Being a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide community.
*Prioritize development that occurs within the community into the higher intensity areas identified within this Plan
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible
Department
Complete the FY23 CIP projects prioritized for the Penny for Paths funds DPW BPC
Complete Transportation Impact Fee update Planning & Zoning, DPW
Complete Transportation Demand Management Regulations Planning & Zoning, DPW PC
Consider UPWP applications to build out bike/ped infrastructure to create an accessible
network for all residents
*Complete FY23 efforts
*Apply for FY24 support
Planning & Zoning, DPW EC, BPC
*Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that supports pedestrian, bicycle, and transit options while accommodating the
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
*Establish a city center with pedestrian‐oriented design, mixed uses, and public buildings and civic spaces that act as a focal point to the
Involved Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Walkable
Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure.
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible
Department
***Bond vote for refurbishment of the Bartlett Bay Wastewater Treatment Facility. DPW
Complete Auclair conservation plan and Wheeler management update Planning & Zoning NRCC, Recreation &
Parks, CADC
Prepare for an Chloride TMDL by instituting winter maintenance best practices and working
with the private sector on their SOPs.
DPW, Planning &
Zoning
***Improve management/maintenance of City‐owned Natural Areas and Public Parks
*Review and update current Open Space Fund parameters
*Create City Open Space Management Plans
*Develop funding strategy for ongoing maintenance of City‐owned lands
DPW, Planning &
Zoning
NRCC
Mitigate Dog waste through installation of more mutt mitt stations Recreation & Parks,
DPW
CCAD
*Promote conservation of identified important natural areas, open spaces, aquatic resources, air quality, arable land and other agricultural
resources, historic sites and structures, and recreational assets
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team
*Reduce energy consumption city‐wide and increase renewable energy production where appropriate.
*Climate Change Resolution
Involved Committees
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Green & Clean
Emphasizing sustainability for long‐term viability of a clean and green South Burlington
Implementation Strategy Description Responsible Department
***Focus on equity and inclusion
*Adopt a Declaration of Inclusion
*Conduct staff training
*Explore ways to improve our equitable community engagement
*Complete a library collection diversity audit and review collection development guidelines for new
purchase
All Staff All Committees
Consider charter changes related to governance City Manager, City
Attorney, City Clerk
CC
Strategically align our Capital Improvement Plan to community objectives and current infrastructure
upgrades needed by creating a scoring system, applying realistic funding goals, and better communicating
plan
All Departments
Complete a utility rate study to ensure our wastewater and drinking water rates can appropriately fund the
required maintenance of our existing system and can pay for future capital needs.
DPW
*** Modernize the City's Personnel Policies and Practices
*Update Personnel Handbook
*Focus on recruitment and retention to better reflect our community
*Complete a wage classification and market rate study
*Focus on onboarding, orientation, and cross‐department collaboration
*Institute an annual review process and Staff Development Program with staff input
HR and All Departments
Update permitting systems and processes:
*Provide technology to streamline processes
*Build an expedited pathway for Sustainable Energy Projects
*Support efficient DRB review
Planning & Zoning PC
Consider a policy on camping/domicile on public property or encampment policy to best serve our neighbors
and our property
Legal, Police
*** Determine the City's short (1‐3 years) to medium (3‐5 years) term data and GIS needs and determine
how best to implement for our staff and residents
All Staff
Develop a process for handling requests for speed studies, traffic counts, stop signs, traffic calming and
related requests. Ensure that the process is transparent and equitable.
DPW, Planning & Zoning
Develop and implement a Fire/EMS Strategic Plan Fire
Consider establishing or joining a Communications Union District to improve broadband services City Manager, Legal
Complete project to review the City's municipal ordinances and modernize All Departments
Complete project to put land records online City Clerk
Consider lens with which City decisions are made (climate, equity, fiscal/affordability, sustainability, and
others)
City Manager and All
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Core Municipal Services and Administration
"This is how we are accomplishing this vision."
Role of City Manager and Leadership Team Involved Committees
For consideration and prioritization in future years.
Ideas
Develop an education and enforcement team to implement:
*Rental Registry
*Housing/Short‐term Rentals (AirBnb) ordinance
* Ordinance requiring gall new buildings to have a "renewable primary heating system"
*Energy Inspections
Plan for Recreation Center future (new facility, existing spaces, etc.)
Hire a lobbyist to work on the City Council's state policy agenda
Partner with Burlington for a Regional Tech Center
Implement a Resident Parking Ordinance and enforcement team
Revisit Winter Parking Ban
City pledge to not to use herbicides or fungicides on South Burlington parks, recreation or other owned property and to
encourage property owners to do the same.
Review and consider changes to the City's Emerald Ash Borer Plan
Work with public/homeowners to educate about maintaining backyard stream/wetland buffers
Develop a policy for abandoned properties
Research Tech neutral approach to carbon emissions reductions
Explore updating the City's Noise and Nuisance ordinances and related LDRs
Develop a knotweed eradication program
City of South Burlington
FY23 Policy Priorities & Strategies
*** DRAFT ***
Bike Rack
*** = Idea received more than 4 votes by the Department Heads
AHC = Affordable Housing Committee
BPC = Bike and Pedestrian Committee
CAD= Common Area for Dogs Committee
CAPTF= Climate Action Task Force
CC= Charter Committee
EC = Energy Committee
EDC = Economic Development Committee
LB= Library Board
PAC= Public Art Selection Committee
RPC= Recreation and Parks Committee
SBBA= South Burlington Business Association
Key
City of South Burlington
FY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies
Recommended FY23 Priorities for Committee Proposed FY23 Strategies/Projects Committee ActionAHCMission‐related advisory role related to development of affordable housing.City‐wide inclusionary zoning adopted, which has been a committee goal since its inception. Provided recommendations to P;lannig Commission and City Council re LDR changes under Interim Zoming. Provided input to DRB regarding Summit Properties development of affordable housing as part of O'Brien Frams development. (ongoing) Make recommendations to Planning Commission and/or City Council in support of Comprehensive Plan content, Land Development Regulations, and other City regulations that address the housing crisis and promote preservation and increased availability of safe, secure, and affordable housing. Participate in update of City’s Comprehensive Plan, including advocacy for a Housing Needs Assessment. Jointly with Economic Development Committee, review proposed Short‐term Rental ordinance and make recommendation to the City Council. Advocate for change to SEQ LDR that limits density to 1.8 units per acre on lots smaller than 4 acres. Identify renter‐related and home‐buyer protection strategies tp pursue in FY24. AHC Explore funding mechanisms to increase funding to Affordable Housing Trust Fund and make recommendations to Council. Housing Trust Fund level funded in the FY23 budget. Focused on availability of ARPA funding to support development of affordabley housing. Otherwise not started.Explore potential methods by which the City can increase resources—financial and/or staffing and/or data—directed to housing, especially affordable housing. Propose using ARPA funds for a Housing Needs Assessment. Advocate for additional City staff dedicated to community, housing, and economic development. Propose using ARPA funds for a Housing Needs Assessment. Advocate for additional City staff dedicated to community, housing, and economic development. AHC Work with staff to review options for buying privately owned or developing existing city‐owned land to develop additional perpetually affordable housing. Monitored lease agreement approved by Council and School Board. Staff is now working on the possible lot line adjustment for 575 Dorset Street (land behind former City Hall and Fire Department) to enable expanded affordable housing. Focus on making City‐owned land at 575 Dorset Street available for development as affordable housing.Encourage City staff to continue their work toward this goal and monitor these efforts. AHC, EDC Make recommendations to Council on how best to use ARPA funding for housing and economic developmentDone in collaboration with the Housing Trust Fund with unanimous committees support. RFP was issued in May 2022Continued from FY22: Make recommendations to Council on how best to use ARPA funding for housing and economic developmentReview proposals received in response to ARPA RFP and make recommendation. Provide input regarding how to invest remaining ARPA funds to address housing and climate change crises, such as weatherization.Recommended FY23 Priorities for Committee Proposed FY23 Strategies/Projects Committee ActionOpportunity OrientedFY22 Update (June 2022)Role of City Committee"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and Affordable and Community StrongCity of South Burlington ‐ Affordable Housing CommitteeFY22 and FY23 Policy Priorities & StrategiesAdopted by Council 11/15/21 and RecommendedRole of City Committee"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and FY22 Update (June 2022)
AHC Identify regulatory barriers and added costs of developing multi‐unit buildings and propose ways for SB to address them. Could include: waiver or reduction of city impact and permit fees for perpetually affordable developments. Not started Carry out research and make recommendations to encourage and enable redevelopment and make development of housing more affordable.Joint project of Redevelopment subcommittee and members of Economic Development Committee to identify (1) opportunities for and barriers to redevelopment of underutilized and vacant properties; (2) regulations that prevent higher density housing development, especially multifamily housing development; and/or (3) strategies to increase developers’ capacity to exceed the City’s Inclusionary Zoning requirement. Make recommendations as appropriate. AHC Articulate connections between dense housing development and climate change solutions. Ongoing Identify actions City can take that address both the housing and climate change crises. Provide input to the Climate Action Task Force on the content and recommendations included in the Task Force’s Report. AHC Review zoning districts city‐wide to identify additional locations for residential/mixed‐use zoning including conducting an inventory of vacant space.Redevlopment subcommittee Integrated into first proposed FY23 priority listed under Opportunity Oriented.See first proposed FY23 Strategy listed under Opportunity OrientedAHC Identify regulatory barriers and added costs of redeveloping areas of SB and propose ways to address themFormed Redevlopment subcommittee that talked with and visited with neighboring communities to learn best practices. Attended and gave input to Planning Commission meetings on the General PUD discussions and Shelburne Road. Supported ADU change to LDRs.Integrated into first proposed FY23 priority listed under Opportunity Oriented.See first proposed FY23 Strategy listed under Opportunity OrientedRecommended FY23 Priorities for CommitteeProposed FY23 Strategies/Projects Committee ActionAHC Propose an Impact Assessment Checklist for Council consideration. Requested that CCRPC convene a meeting on housing, climate change, and equity. Included language in the RFP for the use of ARPA funding a specific focus on BIPOC and New American households. Received a presentation from CCRPC on the ECOS Report and their focus on equity and inclusion.Propose that the City, in partnership with the School District, conduct an Equity Audit. Request that City Council use ARPA funds to underwrite the Equity Audit. Propose additional changes related to Equity.Request that City Council use ARPA funds to commission an Equity Audit, in collaboration with the School District. Propose inclusion of Equity chapter in update of Comprehensivs Plan. Advocate for City‐sponsored activities that commemorate Fair Housing Month (April 2023).FY22 Update (June 2022)Core Municipal Services and AdministrationRole of City Committee"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and
South Burlington Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee
FY2022 Work Plan Priority Areas & Actions
July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022
Submitted Version September 22, 2021 1
The Mission of the Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee is to oversee the general operation of the
City’s bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure including its many recreational paths, sidewalks,
bike lanes, crosswalks and trails, and to advise the City Council of bicycle and pedestrian policy
and safety issues and operational needs and future development plans for the City’s bicycle and
pedestrian infrastructure including the path network.
(Revised Mission as approved by the Committee 6/2021 to be approved by City Council)
Committee Members: Amanda Holland, Bob Britt (Vice-Chair), Cathy Frank, Dana Farr, Donna
Leban, Havaleh Gagne (Chair), Matty Larkspur, Nic Anderson (Clerk)
City Representative: Ashley Parker
Goal (Comprehensive Plan): Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe
transportation infrastructure.
The following are the Committee’s three Priority Areas and identified supporting Actions.
Priority Area: Cultivate and maintain a network of bicycle and pedestrian
infrastructure that provides a safe and accessible connection for all residents.
● ACTION: Engage closely with City Staff on the allocation of the Penny for Paths Fund as well
as a strategic plan for implementing priority projects.
● ACTION: Annually participate in the CIP process to ensure alignment with the Committee’s
bike and pedestrian infrastructure priorities.
● ACTION: Meet regularly with Dept. of Public Works to drive alignment on safety,
maintenance and network priorities.
● ACTION: Coordinate with the Recreation & Parks Dept. and appropriate City Committees to
ensure City trails are accessible and maintained.
● ACTION: In coordination with City Staff, monitor the condition of the bike and pedestrian
network (paint, signage, surface condition) and report maintenance concerns.
● ACTION: Participate in scoping studies, planning efforts, and development review
applications that impact bike and pedestrian modes of travel and monitor the integration of
the preferred alternative or permit condition through to construction.
● ACTION: Advance new crosswalk locations by working with City Staff to determine level of
design and funding necessary for installation.
● ACTION: Annually review and provide updates to the mapped data of bike and pedestrian
infrastructure (existing and proposed GIS datasets) to maintain an accurate record of the
system.
South Burlington Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee
FY2022 Work Plan Priority Areas & Actions
July 1, 2021 – June 30, 2022
Submitted Version September 22, 2021 2
Priority Area: Strengthen communication with the South Burlington community on
bike and pedestrian network needs, priorities and successes.
● ACTION: Increase awareness of South Burlington as a bikeable, walkable city through
community outreach, digital/paper maps, signage and community surveys (People for Bikes
and League of American Bicyclists surveys).
● ACTION: Provide guidance to City Staff on the development and deployment of the
Recreation Path wayfinding package and regulatory signage.
● ACTION: Communicate bike and pedestrian network needs, priorities, successes through
announcements, events, meetings, digital/paper maps, and publicity.
● ACTION: Support City Staff in conveying the progress of projects funded by the Penny for
Paths Initiative with signage and announcements to indicate infrastructure improvements
“coming soon” or completed.
Priority Area: Promote a culture of using the bike and pedestrian network as a
pleasant, safe and easy alternative for transportation to school, work, recreation and
activities of daily living.
● ACTION: Partner with Energy Committee and South Burlington schools to increase bus,
public transit, bicycle and pedestrian commuting for students, staff, and residents
(statewide Way to Go School program, Safe Routes to School program and Committee's
Neighborhood to Schools Greenway pilot).
o Partner on efforts to annually promote and support the statewide Way to Go School
Program and schools registered with the Vermont Safe Routes to School Program.
o Continue the design and deployment of the Neighborhood to Schools Greenway Pilot
to create a safe route by foot or bike for middle and high school students to get to
school from the Mayfair Park and adjacent neighborhoods.
o Promote Bike to Work Week to encourage non-car transportation.
o Promote walk/bike to City Center (as building continues).
● ACTION: Collaborate with state and local agencies to explore novel ways to increase bicycle
and pedestrian safety by deprioritizing automobile transportation.
● ACTION: Participate on the City’s Climate Action Plan through a Committee liaison,
cognizant of the important role micromobility devices will play in a carbon-neutral future.
● ACTION: Identify partnerships to aid the education of all modes of travel (automobile, e-
assist devices, and non-motorized) on the rules of the road and use of the South Burlington
network.
Buildings/Termal Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
City of South Burlington (Status: CAPTF voted to accept draft actions)
VT Cap
/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science Based Target Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
Buildings/
Thermal
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
and Efficiency
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties annually
Number of buildings
weatherized
Policy B-1.1 Establish a program with utilities (GMP, Efficiency VT and VT
Gas) to grade & prioritize buildings on weatherization potential
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties annually
Number of buildings
weatherized
Policy B-1.2 Develop an energy efficiency ordinance to mandate
weatherization in high energy use buildings similar to
Burlington's Minimum Housing Code Weatherization
Ordinance.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties annually
Number of buildings
weatherized
Policy B-1.3 City to become a 2030 District (https://www.2030districts.org/).
This is a private/public partnership working to reduce building
energy consumption, water use and transportation emissions
50% by 2030. Program targets larger commercial and multi-
family buildings, benchmarks energy use, and sets reduction
targets.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
Number of buildings
weatherized
Promotion B-1.4 Encourage low GHG emitting materials in weatherization
processes. Advocate for the State to establish guidelines to
recognize and incentivize low GHG emitting materials.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties annually
Number of buildings
weatherized
Promotion B-1.5 Promote and collaborate with CVOEO and other partners to
target and assist income eligible residents with building
weatherization. Additionally, if successful, consider expanding
the airport area weatherization program to other areas of the
City.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
commercial buildings and multifamily
residential buildings , including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties annually
Number of buildings
weatherized
Promotion B-1.6 Support fuel dealers and utilities in implementing the proposed
Clean Heat Standard
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
Policy B-1.7 Establish a program with utilities (GMP, Efficiency VT and VT
Gas) to grade & prioritize homes on weatherization potential
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
B-1.8 Establish a weatherization ordinance for existing single family
homes. (similar to Burlington's code for rental housing)
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
B-1.9 Require energy disclosure at sale/title transfer of existing single
family homes
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
Promotion B-1.10 Encourage low GHG emitting materials in weatherization
processes. Advocate for the State to establish guidelines to
recognize and incentivize low GHG emitting materials.
By 2030, Weatherize X% of existing
single family homes annually
Number of homes
weatherized
Page 1 of 4
Buildings/Termal Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
VT Cap
/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science Based Target Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
B-1.11 Promote and collaborate with CVOEO and other partners to
target and assist income eligible residents with building
weatherization. Additionally, if successful, consider expanding
the airport area weatherization program to other areas of the
City.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
B-1.12 Dedicate City resources to promote and educate residents,
businesses, and property owners about buildings/thermal
actions in this list.
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
B-1.13 Educate home owners on the difference between investment
grade energy audits and free walk throughs
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
B-1.14 Promote specific incentives available for buildings in one place.
Provide dedicated page on website. Post link clean home
heating and cooling guide. https://www.cesa.org/wp-
content/uploads/A-Vermonters-Guide-to-Residential-Clean-
Heating-and-Cooling.pdf
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
B-1.15 Support fuel dealers and utilities in implementing the proposed
Clean Heat Standard
B.1: Building
Performance
Standards/
Weatherization
Investment B-1.16 Identify residential buildings that are not VT GAS
customers/eligible for VT GAS energy audit and provide city
resources to perform energy audits on these buildings.
B.1: Building
Performance
B-1.17 City support for energy audits and IR scanning equipment
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing commercial and
public buildings (by square footage) to
be electrified annually
Number of commercial
buildings electrified
Policy B-2.1 City to become a 2030 District (https://www.2030districts.org/).
This is a private/public partnership working to reduce building
energy consumption, water use and transportation emissions
50% by 2030. Program targets larger commercial and multi-
family buildings, benchmarks energy use, and sets reduction
targets.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing commercial and
public buildings (by square footage) to
be electrified annually
Number of commercial
buildings electrified
Policy B-2.2 Develop preferential tax rate or other incentive for highly
efficient commercial buildings not using fossil fuels.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
By 2030, X% of existing commercial and
public buildings (by square footage) to
be electrified annually
Number of commercial
buildings electrified
Promotion B-2.3 Promote 2030 District program to SBBA and other businesses
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing commercial and
public buildings (by square footage) to
be electrified annually
Number of commercial
buildings electrified
Promotion B-2.4 Promote specific incentives available for buildings in one place.
Provide dedicated page on website. Post link clean home
heating and cooling guide. https://www.cesa.org/wp-
content/uploads/A-Vermonters-Guide-to-Residential-Clean-
Heating-and-Cooling.pdf
Page 2 of 4
Buildings/Termal Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
VT Cap
/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science Based Target Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing commercial and
public buildings (by square footage) to
be electrified annually
Number of commercial
buildings electrified
Promotion B-2.5 Support fuel dealers and utilities in implementing the proposed
Clean Heat Standard
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
Policy B-2.6 Recognize properties for phasing out/reduction of fossil fuels.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
B-2.7 Develop preferential tax rate or other incentive for highly
efficient multifamily buildings not using fossil fuels.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
B-2.8 Promote with recognition and rewards for property owners
adopting electrification
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
B-2.9 Promote specific incentives available for buildings in one place.
Provide dedicated page on website. Post link clean home
heating and cooling guide. https://www.cesa.org/wp-
content/uploads/A-Vermonters-Guide-to-Residential-Clean-
Heating-and-Cooling.pdf
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
B-2.10 Support fuel dealers and utilities in implementing the proposed
Clean Heat Standard
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
B-2.11 Educate home owners on the difference between investment
grade energy audits and free walk throughs
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Policy B-2.12 Recognize properties for phasing out/reduction of fossil fuels.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Policy B-2.13 Develop preferential tax rate or other incentive for highly
efficient homes not using fossil fuels.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Promotion B-2.14 Promote and collaborate with CVOEO and other partners to
target and assist income eligible residents with building
weatherization and electrification projects. Additionally, if
successful, consider expanding the airport area weatherization
program to other areas of the City.
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Promotion B-2.15 Promote successful South Burlington businesses that perform
electrification and solar projects (also add this to renewable
energy sector?)
By 2030, X% of existing Multifamily
Residential Buildings (by square
footage) under management, including
condominiums, townhomes, and rental
properties to be electrified annually
Number of multifamily
homes electrified
Promotion
Page 3 of 4
Buildings/Termal Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
VT Cap
/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science Based Target Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Promotion B-2.16 Promote specific incentives available for buildings in one place.
Provide dedicated page on website. Post link clean home
heating and cooling guide. https://www.cesa.org/wp-
content/uploads/A-Vermonters-Guide-to-Residential-Clean-
Heating-and-Cooling.pdf
B-2:
Electrification of
Existing
Infrastructure
By 2030, X% of existing Single family
residential buildings (by square
footage) to be electrified annually
Number of single-
family homes
electrified
Promotion B-2.17 Support fuel dealers and utilities in implementing the proposed
Clean Heat Standard
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Policy B-3.1 Collaborate with VGS and identify timeframe and path for
legislature driven regulation
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Policy B-3.2 Prohibit fossil fuel use in new buildings. Work with VGS to
determine time-frame and work with City Attorney and/or
legislature to determine a path to regulation.
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Policy B-3.3 Establish and adopt a City building Code and hire code inspector
in order to ensure building energy code compliance
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Promotion B-3.4 Showcase Net Zero projects, to help builders learn and secure
EVT incentives for Net Zero. Recognize builders with proven Net
zero projects.
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Promotion B-3.5 Encourage low GHG emitting materials in weatherization
processes. Advocate for the State to establish guidelines at
recognize and incentivize low GHG emitting materials.
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Promotion B-3.6 Promote net zero building standards and work with contractors
and builders to meet net zero requirements
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Promotion B-3.7 Educate community on the need for Net zero buildings
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Investment B-3.8 Dedicate City resources to promote and educate residents,
businesses, and property owners about buildings/thermal
actions in this list.
By 2025, establish a Net Zero Building
Code for new construction, residential
and commercial.
Percentage of net-zero
new buildings
Investment B-3.9 Invest resources for energy code and electrification standard
enforcement
Promote and educate whole home energy efficiency measures
to reduce overall energy use. Measures include energy efficient
appliances, lighting, and smart thermostats.
Establish a policy to ensure existing building electrification
retrofits are paired with energy storage and rooftop solar
generation and storage
Refrigerants
CAPTF to determine if this fits in the B1. pathway and if a metric to measure progress is needed. Efficiency VT provides RPC with a
report of energy efficiency measures annually so data is available to the City.
CAPTF to determine if an action regarding rooftop solar and storage for existing buildings fits here or in renewable energy
generation. The net zero energy code for new buildings should include this for new buildings so a separate action is not needed for
new builds.
B-3: Net Zero for
New
Infrastructure
Page 4 of 4
Other Sectors CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
Sector Pathway 2030 Science Based Target Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID DRAFT Action
Renewable
Energy
R.1: Increase
renewable energy
generation in the
City
By 2030, Increase renewable energy by x%
(ECOS Plan Target indicates an additional
71,853 to 129, 616 MWH is needed by
2050 to advance the State's 90X2050 goal,
As of 2018, renewable energy generation
in the City was 13,988 MWh)
% increase in
Megawatt Hours
Policy R.1.1 Adopt a policy to require qualifying new buildings to be built with solar or
other renewable net metered systems/paired with energy storage to
increase resiliency/reliability of electrical system during outages and
decrease fossil fuel usage during peak periods.
Renewable
Energy
R.1: Increase
renewable energy
generation in the
City
By 2030, Increase renewable energy by x%
(ECOS Plan Target indicates an additional
71,853 to 129, 616 MWH is needed by
2050 to advance the State's 90X2050 goal,
% increase in
Megawatt Hours
Policy R.1.2 Update the Comprehensive Plan according to the Dept. of Public Service
Energy Planning Standards for renewable energy standards (Act 174).
Renewable
Energy
R.1: Increase
renewable energy
generation in the
City
By 2030, Increase renewable energy by x%
(ECOS Plan Target indicates an additional
71,853 to 129, 616 MWH is needed by
2050 to advance the State's 90X2050 goal,
As of 2018, renewable energy generation
% increase in
Megawatt Hours
Policy R.1.3 Identify existing commercial roofs, parking areas and other areas that do not
currently provide carbon sequestration or storage, wildlife habitat, water
filtration, etc. where solar arrays would be compatible and should be
prioritized.
Renewable
Energy
R.1: Increase
renewable energy
generation in the
City
By 2030, Increase renewable energy by x%
(ECOS Plan Target indicates an additional
71,853 to 129, 616 MWH is needed by
2050 to advance the State's 90X2050 goal,
% increase in
Megawatt Hours
Strategic
Investment
R.1.4 Create a program to incentivize residents and businesses to install solar
arrays on their roofs, over parking lots, or as appropriate as free-standing
structures
Natural Areas N.1: Ensure land is
managed to be
adaptive and
resilient to climate
change impacts
Preservation of remaining natural resource
areas and increase in green infrastructure
and soil health for carbon sequestration,
wildlife and insect habitat, flood resiliency
and water filtration services
Acres of
conserved land
and green
infrastructure
added
Policy N.1.1 Revise South Burlington’s land development regulations to protect our
remaining meadows, forests, grasslands and farmlands from further
encroachment, as permitted by law. The City should purchase for
conservation, and encourage private landowners to conserve or purchase
for conservation, South Burlington’s meadows, forests, grasslands,
farmlands and natural resource areas that then remain unprotected.
N.1.2 Adopt goal to replace 30% of mowed turf with native plant species by 2030.
Start a campaign to encourage “climate friendly lawns” whereby residents
are encouraged to convert portions with native perennials and trees.
(Partner with Grow Wild Burlington and other organizations as appropriate)
Natural Areas N.1: Ensure land
development will be
adaptive and
resilient to climate
change impacts
Preservation of priority habitat blocks and
increase in green infrastructure and soil
health
Acres of
conserved land
and green
infrastructure
added
Promotion N.1.3 Increase Soil Health: Promote composting and use of compost to restore soil
fertility, microbial activity, and moisture-holding capacity. Promote a
voluntary ban on pesticides, herbicides, and non-organic fertilizers.
Natural Areas N.1: Ensure land
development will be
adaptive and
resilient to climate
change impacts
Preservation of priority habitat blocks and
increase in green infrastructure and soil
health
Acres of
conserved land
and green
infrastructure
added
Promotion N.1.4 Retain and Increase Tree Canopy: Enlist City partnerships (community
groups) to provide education and outreach to provide technical assistance
and opportunities to increase native trees - that can adapt to new
temperatures - on public and private property.
City of South Burlington (Status: CAPTF voted to accept draft actions 5/25)
page 1 of 4
Other Sectors CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
Natural Areas N.1: Ensure land
development will be
adaptive and
resilient to climate
Preservation of priority habitat blocks and
increase in green infrastructure and soil
health
Acres of
conserved land
and green
infrastructure
Strategic
Investment
N.1.5 Retain and Increase Tree Canopy: Develop a program that supports the
planting of native trees on private property, commit funding to establish the
program and support ongoing implementation.
Non-Energy
Sector
(Waste)
NE.1: Reduce solid
waste
By 2030, X% decrease in solid waste Monitor solid
waste tonnage
Policy NE.1.1 As a member of the Chittenden Solid Waste District, reduce municipal and
construction waste. Limit trash pickup to only every other week.
Govt
Operations
GO.1: Develop green
practices in City
Operations
By 2030, all City operations following
green practices
Green practices
enacted
Policy GO.1.1 Adopt a green investment policy
GO.1: Develop green
practices in City
By 2030, all City operations following
green practices
Green practices
enacted
Policy GO.1.2 Adopt a green purchasing policy, including services purchased
Govt
Operations
GO.1: Develop green
practices in City
By 2030, all City operations following
green practices
Green practices
enacted
Policy GO.1.3 Adopt a green operations policy (includes things like no idling, raise the
blade, composting, etc.)
Govt
Operations
GO.1: Develop green
practices in City
By 2030, all City operations following
green practices
Green practices
enacted
Policy GO.1.4 As management plans are developed, include climate resiliency
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
efficiency
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
advanced
efficiency
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.1 Install solar and micro hydro turbine at wastewater treatment plant
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
efficiency
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
advanced
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.2 Include operational efficiency among top priorities for periodic upgrades to
wastewater treatment facilities alongside achieving or exceeding
environmental thresholds
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
efficiency
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
advanced
efficiency
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.3 Determine strategy and budget for municipal vehicles and equipment to
electrify or become zero emission. Consider having VTCCC conduct a free
fleet analysis and conduct an annual accounting of fossil fuel data for
municipal fleet vehicles . Publicize results as an example of clean investment
potential. City to look at options for financing as well as grants to speed
adoption. Engage the school district in this effort.
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
efficiency
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
advanced
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.4 Budget for annual EV charging equipment installments at various City
departments. During renovation or construction, make sites EV-ready.
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.5 Replace gas-powered small engine equipment with electric models.
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.6 Complete replacement of all streetlights with the most energy efficient light
sources.
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
efficiency
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
advanced
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.7 Develop a plan to electrify and increase the energy efficiency of all municipal
buildings. Utilize grants and the City's revolving loan fund for upgrades.
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
Strategic
Investment
GO.2.8 Increase renewable energy production and battery storage portfolio of
municipal buildings.
page 2 of 4
Other Sectors CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
Govt
Operations
GO.2: Electrify City
equipment and
facilities or increase
By 2030, all City equipment and facilities
electrified or substantially more efficient
Fossil fuel use
data, and actions
that have
Promotion GO.2.9 Instill climate action and resiliency into all City-sponsored activities, events,
and programs
Govt
Operations
GO.3: Reduce City
Employee VMT
By 2030, X% reduction in employee
Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT)
% reduction in
employee VMT
Policy GO.3.1 Develop a program to support employee transit, walking and bike, ride
sharing, and work-from home. Consider becoming a member of CATMA.
Small Engines SE.1: Electrify Small
Engine Equipment
By 2030, all small engines electrified Policy SE.1.1 Curtail or ban the use of new two stroke and four stroke gas powered small
engine equipment including lawn mowers and weedwhackers. Ban use of
leaf blowers. Incentives are available from Vermont utilities for the
purchase of residential and commercial battery-electric garden and
landscape equipment.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
when complete
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Policy AR.1.1 Increase protection of rivers and streams by increasing buffers around them
and by prohibiting human encroachment according to the best science. Both
measures will improve resiliency and mitigate damage from flood events.
Adaptation
and Resilience
https://www.ccrpcvt
.org/our-
work/emergency-
management/hazard-
mitigation-plan
https://crt-climate-explorer.nemac.org/Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Policy AR.1.2 Implement green infrastructure principles into the built environment to
better absorb additional annual rainfall, minimize potential flooding events,
and prepare for extreme heat and high winds. Encourage rain gardens.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Policy AR.1.3 Increase wetland buffers according to the best science. This will
improve resiliency and enhance wetlands flood absorption capacity.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Policy AR.1.4 Develop enhanced flood response plans among emergency management
personnel, public works, and regional/state partners.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Policy AR.1.5 Ensure resilient stormwater infrastructure. Assess culverts for geomorphic
capacity and aquatic organism passage.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Promotion AR.1.6 Encourage weather-based irrigation controllers, smart meters or other
water-saving land-scaping technologies. Encourage use of native, salt and
drought tolerant grasses, plants, and trees
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Promotion AR.1.7 Prepare the public with information on what to do and where to go in
extreme heat weather events.
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Promotion AR.1.8 Promote cool roofs and pavement and reduction of pavement area
Adaptation
and Resilience
AR.1: Follow
Recommendations in
the All Hazard
Mitigation Plan
when complete
Reduce risks from: Extreme Heat; Extreme
Precipitation; High Winds; Drought (in
order of vulnerability based on tool below)
Number of issues
in Hazard
Mitigation Plan
Addressed
Strategic
Investment
AR.1.9 Invest in green public spaces to make City safer amid worsening heat waves
and intensified flooding while also pulling carbon out of the air. Prioritize
projects in neighborhoods with disproportionately low access. Increase
opportunities for hiking, bird-watching, exercise, etc. in public spaces.
page 3 of 4
Other Sectors CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
Agriculture/F
ood Systems
AF.1: Ensure
sustainability of local
food and farm
systems while
decreasing emissions
Target TBD Number of
community
gardens and
increased access
to locally grown
foods
Policy AF.1.1 Launch a Nature Based Solutions Program that includes food systems,
farms, and expanded community gardens and urban farming prioritizing
neighborhoods with disproportionately low access. Require regenerative, no-
dig practices in City managed community gardens. Encourage regenerative,
no-dig practices in residential gardens. Parks and Recreation Dept shall offer
gardening classes and resources such as lower cost access to materials to
construct raised beds, soil/compost, gardening implements and seeds as a
summer course option for adults and separately for children. This can be
done in neighborhoods where raised beds can be added on commonly
owned land, or in landscaped areas of multifamily buildings.
Agriculture/F
ood Systems
AF.1: Ensure
sustainability of local
food and farm
systems while
decreasing emissions
Target TBD TBD Promotion AF.1.2 Work with UVM Extension and organizations like Common Roots-Farm to
Fork programs to promote food education in schools and sustainable
agricultural practices that support local farms and reduce reliance on large,
out of state food producers and their associated VMT.
www.commonroots.org
AF.1.3 Encourage food retailers to carry local products.
AF.1: Ensure
sustainability of local
food and farm
systems while
Target TBD TBD Promotion AF.1.4 Promote "Vitality gardens" as a way to bring healthy seniors and younger
people together around the community to grow local produce for home
consumption.
page 4 of 4
Transportation/Land Use Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
City of South Burlington (Status: CAPTF voted to accept draft actions on 4/27)
VT
Cap/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science
Based Target
Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
Transportation/
Land Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
and Efficiency
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV) or
higher MPG vehicle
adoption
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
added annually,
and actions that
have advanced
transportation
efficiency
Policy T.1.1 Work with a consultant to inventory current multi-family electric vehicle charging
network needs/capabilities to inform a policy for existing multifamily properties to
install electric vehicle charging equipment. The policy could include an incentive
program for rental owners to allocate space for charging station.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV)
adoption
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
added annually
Policy T.1.2 Adopt a policy to require (i.e. building code or zoning regulation) all new buildings be
built with the appropriate amount of electric vehicle charging equipment and 200-
amp electric service . Work with Drive Electric Vermont and/or Green Mountain
Power to determine the appropriate amount.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV)
adoption
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
added annually
Policy T.1.3 Work with GMP to develop a policy with incentives for existing commercial properties
to install electric vehicle charging equipment.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV)
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
Promotion T.1.4 Educate student drivers about eco-driving, electric and high efficiency vehicle and
transportation options including electric bikes.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV)
adoption
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
added annually
Promotion T.1.5 Utilize Drive Electric VT resources and car dealerships to offer the community
education opportunities about electric vehicles. Educate consumers about EV
incentives being offered by utilities, Mileage Smart, and other programs.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.1: Vehicle
Electrification
By 2030, X% annual
growth of Electric
Vehicle (EV)
# of EVs registered
and # of new EV
charging stations
Policy T.1.6 Work with CarShareVT to consider expanding EV car share program to South
Burlington.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT quantified
annually from VINS
registered to SB
residents, utilizing
DMV data
Policy T.2.1 Work with the school district to develop a policy for discouraging driving to school
(disincentives) and encouraging students to ride the bus, bike, or walk to reduce single
occupancy driving to school.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.2 Create policy to reduce duplication of service from solid waste haulers. Include
enforcement mechanism.
page 1 of 3
Transportation/Land Use Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
VT
Cap/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science
Based Target
Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.3 Research the applicability for micro-transit programs in South Burlington. Consider
working with SSTA, Senior Van Services
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.4 Maintain existing bike/ped infrastructure used for transportation purposes including
snow removal to ensure it can be utilized during all seasons.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.5 Work with the School District and Safe to Routes to School to adopt a policy to
encourage more biking/walking to school.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.6 Foster basic services to exist within ½ mile of neighborhoods.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.7 Adopt a Transportation Demand Management requirement for
development/redevelopment. Include incentives or requirements for multi-modal
transportation or parking maximums where feasible, parking disincentives or other
tools. Include bike share, car share, and supporting city policies.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.8 Prioritize higher density, mixed use development and affordable housing through the
land development regulations in areas with existing or planned reliable transit options,
services, and infrastructure (including bike/ped) within the transit overlay district.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.9 Create higher density housing to minimize vehicles miles traveled from employees
commuting to South Burlington by creating denser housing in the transit overlay
district.
T.2.10 Decrease pressure to build on undeveloped land, encourage conversion of existing
single family homes to multi-family homes and renovations to add studios or one-
bedroom apartments to existing homes. Prioritize use of this new housing for long-
term rentals over short-term rentals.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Policy T.2.11 Create a walk/bike master plan, recommend investments in retrofits of infrastructure,
including widening or narrowing where needed and consideration of making
bike/pedestrian infrastructure safer.
page 2 of 3
Transportation/Land Use Sector CAPTF Draft 06-09-22
VT
Cap/Sector
Pathway 2030 Science
Based Target
Monitoring
Metric
Action
Category
ID Draft Action
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Promotion T.2.12 Partner with CATMA to increase membership among employers (City Government,
Senior Center, School District, and large employers/collection of employers) in the City
to reduce driving alone to work and encourage transit use through reduced fares,
carpooling, telecommuting, and walking/biking, bike storage, and showers. Offer
rewards for employees who do this.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
VMT Quantified Promotion T.2.13 Survey residents on approaches for encouraging bus ridership. Approaches could
include advocating for free ridership.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Promotion T.2.14 City events reinforce transportation goals, such as Open Streets event (perhaps closing
northbound lane of Dorset Street and/or Market Street) or showcase bike path with
an annual event (marathon/half marathon/5k)
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Strategic
Investment
T.2.15 Invest in Green Mountain Transit to increase transit ridership on existing route,
identify new routes, and increase frequency.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Strategic
Investment
T.2.16 Increase bike/ped infrastructure (routes, bike parking, signage, and striping) city wide
to connect all neighborhoods in South Burlington and to adjacent communities in
support of a walk/bike master plan.
Transportation/L
and Use
T.2: Reduce
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
By 2030, X%*
reduction in
Vehicle Miles
Traveled (VMT)
VMT Quantified Strategic
Investment
T.2.17 Establish park & ride/carpool lots to connect with public transportation, (e.g. I-189
Exit, Chittenden County Park and Ride Plan). Identify synergies with I89 Corridor
Project.
page 3 of 3
CCAD- Committee on Common Areas for DogsGoal* Objective Strategy Action ItemsPlanned Completion DateResources Needed PartnersAffordable and Community Strong: Creating a robust sense of place and opportunity for our residents and visitors.Education: Community Education on DogsSignage, Media, Classes, Pub mtgsCoordinate Puppy/Training and Dog Classes with Rec Dept. Hold a series of educational meetings for the communinty around dog behaviors, ediquette etc. signage planned for in FY24 budget. Classes to start fall of 2022 and public meetings on‐goingBudget supports in Rec and Park or DPW general fund for signage and advertisements Recreation and Parks Dept, DPW, TOPCommunity survey: ”Is South Burlington a dog friendly community” Gather information about community needs regarding dogs.Create a ten question survey to infuse into the overall city assessment survey. Additional targetted survey at parks/events.Ahead of the comp plan and in concert with the ARPA outreach, the city will be doing a community survey. Develop a series of dog related questions for consideration. July‐August 2022 Spend time in June meeting to brainstorm questionsPlanning and Zoning, City Council Stewardship Programs: Develop neighborhood groups for parks and common areas. (1) Friends Group for Dog Parks Events (2) Ranger Volunteers‐ Pathways, Trails, Open Spaces1) Need to identify a friends group point person to run the facebook, help cooridinate and promote events. 2) Ranger volunteers to walk trails and pathways to remind folks of all ordinances, hand out poop bags and poop bag holders within in the citys natural areas. Need to draft "job descriptions" and promote the program Goal for the Friends launch is August, with the Ranger program to begin in MayFunds to support t‐shirts for rangers and maybe hats for eventsPet Food Warehouse, Recreation and Parks DepartmentCommittee Composition: Ensure commiƩee composition is reflective of the community and municipality. 1) Dog Expert (humane society, vet, educator) 2) Animal control officer‐ 3) Liaisons for Rec and Park/NRCCCampaign beyond historical methods.Work with city council to reframe intitial committee resolution to ensure sustainability of membership and to include language about how to identify a "dog expert" as well as inclussion of animal control officerLanguage to be developed by Jan 23 to be considered by CC in March ahead of committee openings Supports from PD to support attendance of Animal Control Officers, participation from local animal expertRec and Park Dept and SBPDPolicies and Regulations: Comp Plan, DRB, Ordiance, Fee Structure, Management PlansInfuse dog considerations(proactive, not reactive)into policy. Review current policies, ordinances and comp plan language. Research best practices on inclusion of dogs in private development and municipality resources. 1) Establish criteria for achieving an identity for South Burlington as a "Dog Friendly Community" 2) Develop language for change/addition to support identity 3) Propose recommendations that will establish dog friendly policy.1) present‐October 2) November‐December 3) Februaryno financial resources needed Planning and Zoning Dept, Legal Dept, Clerks Office, Finance, Recreation and Parks Dept, DPWCommunity Engagement: More citizen and business support around positive inclusion of dogs in our community.Provide opportunities and activities for engagement and social networking.Develop a calendar of seasonal events.Fall: Barktober Fest, Spooky Pooch Winter: Canine Keg Crawl, Canine Valentine Spring: Mornin Joe with Fido Summer: Yappy Hour, Agility Event, Water Retrieval ongoing/seasonalPlanning and marketing support needed from the Recreation and Parks DepartmentRecreation and Parks Dept, Rec and Park Committee, South Burlington City News, TOP, Pet Food Warehouse, Business, Professionals and volunteers Opportunity Oriented: Being a supportive and engaged member of the larger regional and statewide communityAquire Adequate Resources: (CIP, General Fund and Specialty Funding) Plan and aquire needed ongoing funding to support maintenance needs of existing infastructure and propose one time funding to support creation of additional amenities/activities. Develop budgets based on RFQ's. Identify possible funding sources.Seek financial assistance through corporate sponsorship, state/federal grants, private foundations, CIP, General Fund Line Items and Establishment of Specialty Funds. City Budgeting Schedule and specialty projects as needed/availableRecreation and Parks Department, DPW, City Council, Volunteer Groups,CCAD, state/federal grants, businessses, sponsors, donationsRecreation and Parks Department, DPW, City Council, Volunteer Groups,CCAD, state/federal grants, businessses, sponsors, donationsWalkable: Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure.ANNUAL WORK PLAN FY23F:\City Council\Policy Priorities and Strategies\FY23\For Retreat\Committees\FY22 PPS CCAD 7/1/2022
CCAD- Committee on Common Areas for DogsGoal* Objective Strategy Action ItemsPlanned Completion DateResources Needed PartnersMaster Plan for Dog Areas: Regional/Local Off Leash Dog Spaces,Dog Runs, Dog ParksIncrease number of dog specific spaces in the community.work with R&P and consultantInclude Dog Parks/Spaces as part of the scope of work in their Parks and Open Space Master Plan project for FY 24Work with Rec and Park Dept and Committee in November 2022Time on agenda and joint committee meeting to establish scopeRec and Park Committee, Rec and Park Dept, consultants, Planning and Zoning, City Council and City StaffGreen and Clean: Emphasizing sustainability for long‐term viability of a clean and green South BurlingtonMitigate Dog Waste In Public Areas and Waterways: Provide the community with easy access to resources for dog waste collection is a proven strategy to keep pathways and waterways clean and clear. 1) Assess Current and Future Needs for Mutt Mitt Stations 2) Identify needed resources/materials to increase inventory. 1) Finalize recommendations to City Council on prososed plan to increase Mutt Mitt Stations. 2) Finalize recommendations 3) Support installation and marketing to community.City Council in August of 2022; access funds to support installation for Spring 2023$5,000 needed in the budget to support intallation with additional funds needed to support replacement of bags. Approval from DPW that their staff can support the installation of additional amenties.Recreation and Parks Committee, Friends Group, Ranger Group, DPW, Future Project Bike Rack:F:\City Council\Policy Priorities and Strategies\FY23\For Retreat\Committees\FY22 PPS CCAD 7/1/2022
Committee ActionEDC, PC *EDC to participate in airport rezoning subcommittee*PC to discuss and adopt allJohn Burton from the EDC participated in the rezoning task force. The committee voted to decline the zoning change and recommended more airport/neighborhood discussions.EDC Work with staff to review options for buying or developing existing city‐owned landStaff updated EDC at Committee meetings. Discussions continue about the possibility of doing a lot line adjustment for development at 575/577 Dorset Street.AHC, EDC Make recommendations to Council on how best to use ARPA funding for housing and economic developmentWill be part of the ARPA public process over the summer.Review progress at the Umall. Support the development as appropriate.Participate in the Comp Plan review and update process with a focus on reviewing data points and using this information to inform future prioritiesCommittee ActionCity of South BurlingtonFY22 Policy Priorities & Strategies ‐ Report #3 and FY23 RecommendationsAdopted by Council 11/15/21 and RecommendedFY23 Recommended PrioritiesAffordable and Community StrongOpportunity OrientedFY23 Recommended PrioritiesRole of City Committee FY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help implement policy."Role of City Committee FY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help
EDC Develop and review metricsCommittee has discussed metrics and is narrowing the list of indicators to track. This will also be part of the Comp Plan updated.PC and EDC Provide feedback and review of options on industrial‐commercial zonesNot yet begunEDC Identify staff support for EDCThe City Manager is staffing the Committee.EDC Explore Commercial Cannabis, monitor CCB's efforts and make recommendations to CouncilIn January, EDC recommended bringing this question to the voters to decide. No community interest was expressed until the last minute. State is pushing off fall launch. EDC to review after State launch.Opportunity Oriented ‐ Assess needs and gaps of the business communityHold a series of business meetings and roundtables to assess our business community's green initiatives in progressCommittee ActionEDC Continue to participate in I89 Corridor conversationCommittee has been on the CCRPC calls. Report expected this summer.Committee ActionEDC Explore ways to recruit and retain clean energy businessesConsidering best approach to this initiative.Explore ways to recruit and retain clean energy businessesFY23 Recommended PrioritiesFY23 Recommended PrioritiesGreen & CleanWalkableFY22 Update (June 2022)Role of City Committee FY22 Update (June 2022)"This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help "This is how our resident committees can inform policy and help Role of City Committee
ENERGY COMMITTEE FY 2023 ADOPTED WORK PLAN
Strategy
Description Role of City Committee
Affordable and Community Strong
Walkable - Bicycle and pedestrian friendly with safe transportation infrastructure
Develop a safe and efficient transportation system that suppports pedestrian, bicycle and transit options while accommodating the automobile.
Green & Clean - Emphasizing sustainability for long term visibilityof a clean and green South Burlington
Promote conservationof identified important natural areas, open spaces, aquatic resources, air quality, arable land andagricultural resources
Reduce energy consumption city-wide and increase renewable energy production where appropriate.
Committee Interest
Outreach and education to low income and multifamily residential building owners to connect property owners with
resources they need to weatherize and solarize their properties, and provide low-carbon transportation options
Conduct public outreach and education directed at home owners that will show them the money savings, the
improvements in home comfort, and the increases in the resale value of their homes that can be obtained by a variety of
energy efficiency improvements. We do this with poster ads and articles in The Other Paper, through the EC website and
Facebook page, the Energy Committee monthly email newsletter, and education workshop events.
Expand regular communication with community, through website, Other Paper, Front Porch Forum, etc.
Climate Change Resolution
Must Do
Begin implementing the City's Climate Action Plan ( including a specific Transportation Implementation and Goverance Implementation)
( Transportation Plan linked to Walkable)
Build a public/private coalition to support implementation of the Climate Action Plan. This will include designing the
coalition, outreach, engagement with the community, and organizing actions for the coalition to do. The coalition will
support the official CAP implementation task force that we hope City Council will create once the CAP is finalized.
Work on policy-related aspects of Climate Action Plan implementation. This could include things like LDR (Land
Development Regulations) changes, internal city policies, and city council resolutions. The details will depend of the
contents of the final CAP, and will likely include requiring solar electricity generation on all new commercial buildings.
Work on infrastructure project-related aspects of Climate Action Plan implementation. This could include things like
getting more EV (Electric Vehicle) chargers in South Burlington and improving the bike and pedestrian path network. The
details will depend of the contents of the final CAP.
Continue to collect, monitor and analyze energy data for City facilities * post reports to web site
Assist city staff as needed to enable the City to monitor the energy performance of its facilities and to identify facilities
where additional savings may be obtained with energy efficiency investments.
Opportunity Oriented
Core Municipal Services and Administration
Library Board
FY23 Goals
Board to review and consider the following recommended goals for FY23
• Complete Strategic Planning by January 2023
• Bring in state library consultant to help refocus and engage new and existing trustees to
address
current needs as described in the Strategic Plan
• Plan and implement annual fundraising event conducted by Spring of 2023
• Evaluate future participation in community festivals
• Align board advocacy and staff programming and marketing to engage underserved
communities
• All Committees participate in planning for the new Comprehensive Plan
• Develop a strategic plan brochure for sharing with the public that can be updated for
annual reports
From: Jean Sebastien Chaulot <chaulot@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 4:28 PM
To: Andrew Bolduc <abolduc@southburlingtonvt.gov>
Cc: Larry Kupferman <47central@comcast.net>
Subject: EXTERNAL: NRCC strategies and priorities
This message has originated from an External Source. Please use proper judgment and caution when
opening attachments, clicking links, or responding to this email.
Hi Andrew,
During our last meeting, we reviewed our priorities and committee members sent me the order they would to rank them. This is the result of the ranked NRCC priorities in order of importance:
1. Continue development of Open Space Plan
2. Provide input and assistance to South Burlington’s Climate Change Task Force
3. Advocate for implementation of Pesticide/Fertilizer Policy
4. Look into pollinator-friendly landscaping: planting, partnerships, education/outreach, policy
5. Canopy conservation: advocate for long-term funding for ash tree replacement, education/outreach about Project TREEage, heritage tree protection
6. Explore equity, inclusion, access, and environmental justice in relation to natural resource and conservation policies
7. Study Comprehensive Plan and align our focus with the plan’s goals
8. Continue to discuss Land Acknowledgement and make a proposal to City Council
9. Pay attention to City Council and other committees’ agendas, and advise on plans and policies or attend meetings when relevant
10. Improve communication and collaboration with other committees
11. Advocate for long-term funding for ash tree replacement
In addition, here are the water, sewer, stormwater, and wetland projects that the committee
supports in no particular order.
• Stormwater Infrastructure Project as part of the Hubbard Recreation & Natural Area project (to include funding for use of the park as an outdoor public gathering space)
• Stormwater Infrastructure Project as part of the Red Rocks Project (also including deferred trail maintenance in support of use as an outdoor gathering space)
• Wetland Restoration & Habitat Management Opportunities (Water Quality Management)
• Force Main Replacement at Commerce Avenue
• Airport Parkway Effluent micro‐hydro turbine
• Twin Oaks Pump Station refurbishment
• Misc Stormwater Projects
• Misc Water Dept CIP needs
Thank you.
--
Jean Chaulot
NRCC Chair
Project Description FY 23 Commission Role / Action
Comp Plan2024 Comprehensive Plan Development Update of Comprehensive Plan as required by State Law Full Process ‐ outreach, drafts, review, hearings in
August/September 2023
Internal review of policies and goals by City departments and
committees for inclusion in 2024 Comprehensive Plan
Engage with committees and departments for review
of subject areas
Planning Commisssion review of Comprehensive Plan policies
and update
Include policy updates as needed
Iterative process of review and update to drafts of sections and
complete draft as produced
Review and edit drafts of Comprehensive Plan
prepared by Staff
Comp PlanComprehensive Plan progress check‐in Review status on achieving objectives and implementing
strategies from 2016 Comp Plan
Full status update from Staff, PC, and committees as
part of 2024 Plan process
Comp PlanTargets, Projections, and Data Identify targets, projections, data, and other information we
have and information that we need to form the foundation of
2024 Comprehensive Plan policy
Review 2016 plan for existing information, locate and
review updated information from other sources, and
update 2024 Comp Plan
Comp PlanIndustrial Zoning Comprehensive look of space for future industrial‐only areas Task to EDC for initial review of Industrial‐zoned
areas; Adjust Comp Plan Land Use
Comp PlanClimate Change Mitigation Review recommendations from Climate Action Task Force;
determine how or if to include in regulation; adopt regulations
Review and incorporate recommendations from
Climate Action Task Force in 2024 Comprehensive
Plan for future regulation
Comp PlanHousing Policy Examination Review diversity of housing types available and set goals for
missing or underrepresented types; review home ownership
and set pol
Collect information about existing housing, discuss
and add policy statements regarding housing
development and needed housing in the 2024
Comprehensive Plan
RegulatoryAddress specific public comments on
draft LDRs
Consideration of exempting restoration projects Decide on exemption and update LDRs
Exempt parcel from Master Plan requirement if subdividing
only for conservation
Decide on exemption and update LDRs
Street types Refer to Bike/Ped Committee
Tree ordinance and soil conservation Refer to Natural Resources Committee
RegulatoryDensity Calculations in SEQ Address "1.8 acre" issue in SEQ Review and determine if changes are needed
RegulatoryChange name to Land Use Regulations Consider change to the name of the regulations Adopt name change after legal review
RegulatoryUpdates to City Center FBC and Official
Map
Continually consider regulatory barriers for implementation
and build out of the FBC, including updates to Official Map
Address issues that arise, open dialogue with
developers and DRB regarding FBC function
RegulatoryClean up of 2022 LDR amendments Identify any functional issues with the LDRs and correct as the
issues arise, including addressing specific public comments from
draft LDRs and post‐adoption
Address issues that arise
PolicyUpdate to Official Map with land use
around I‐89 Bridge Connections
CCRPC UPWP Project for review, study, and planning of the
land uses and zoning around the landing areas for the I‐89
bike/ped bridge
Work with CCRPC and review land uses PolicyReview of Uses in Commercial Districts
and Industrial Districts
Explore possibilities of adding uses, clarifying definitions,
changing boundaries, etc. to facilitate innovative commercial
uses, including review of residential uses
Examine Mixed I‐C district allowed uses (including
definitions) for any updates; examine Industrial‐Open
Space for compatibility with additional residential use
PolicyParks Master Plan Identify Function of existing parks and needs for future parks. Support Rec & Parks Committee; Task initial review
and development to the Rec & Parks Committee;
possible review and implementation in City Official
Map
PolicyClimate Action Plan Respond to Climate Action Task Force Report and take
regulatory action to implement recommendations
Receive and review Climate Action Task Force Report
PolicySolar Requirement on new buildings Second half of the recommendation for commercial buildings
to include a minimum solar
Review staff recommendations; adopt minimum
solar requirements if desired
PolicyReplace Transportation Overlay District
with Transportation Demand
Management (TDM)
Replace the existing traffic overlay district that sets a cap on
rush‐hour vehicle trips along major roadways with new tools to
encourage multi‐modal investment and changes in travel
modes.
Adopt TDM PolicyScenic Views Establish scenic view protection overlays, including a
methodology, analysis of priorities, and standards for
foreground, middle ground, and background
Define project goals and information needs, engage
consultant(s)
Notes Key
Planning Commission has primary
responsibility
Planning Commission has support
role in FY23
Planning Commission assigns task
to other committee in FY23
Public Art Commmittee
FY23 Recommendations
Cultural Plan – PAC ‐ Scope, Contract and
Initiate Cultural Assessment and Plan FY23 PAC
Develop scope for and
contract for a South
Burlington Cultural
Plan; obtain ARPA
funding
Build art into public spaces throughout
South Burlington multi‐year PAC
Contract with Artists for
art installations city
wide
Build out public art section of City website FY23 PAC
Provide content and
layout
Clarify role – develop memorandum of
understanding with DRB, continue to
communicate ability to act as a resource
for South Burlington Art (per resolution,
first part was in the first version, but PAC
also clarified to include their general
interest).
FY23 PAC, DRB develop memorandum
of understanding
Williston Road Streetscape – PAC – select
artist FY23 PAC
Gooses (Market St. Stormwater Pond) –
PAC ‐ hold dedication of the artwork FY23 PAC
Priority & Work List for July 2022 - June 2023
The committee’s themes remain consistent year after year: supporting our mission, the
Recreations & Park department, and our community. The following are a list of Work Priorities
for FY23.
1. PARK ASSET MANAGEMENT
a. Evaluating Park Facilities- The Committee will begin an annual seasonal park
inspections (with forms and schedules to be developed) with the goal to create a
priority list for annual maintenance. The Committee will establish an on-site
training day this spring and establish a calendar for evaluating each park and
assigning a member to complete the evaluation. * Early spring 2022
b. Supported Department Structure- Formalize process, structure, and expectations
of park maintenance from the perspective of the committee and of the community
that visit our parks. Supporting collaboration between both Recreation and Parks
and DPW to achieve this task. Concepts include moving Parks Staff under
Recreation and Parks umbrella, Facilities umbrella or creating a Superintendent
of Parks position.
c. Deferred Maintenance- Supporting a bond vote for $1.5million in deferred
maintenance for our parks system once a sustainable project management
structure has been established in DPW.
d. Trails Program- Support to formalize, maintain, sign, and promote the City’s
network of trails. This is an underutilized asset that should be articulated in a
thoughtful and intentional way. * This includes input in the development of the
new trails system at the Auclair Property in collaboration with Bread-and-Butter
Farm.
e. Open Space Management Plans- Wheeler Management Plan needs to be
updated once the Easement is finalized. This effort should be in coordination
with staff, Rec, and Park and NRCC.
f. Park Maintenance Plans- Development of annual parks maintenance plans for all
parks should be completed to ensure standards can be met with current staffing
standards; advocating for additional staff as needed.
g. Supports with Green Up Day initiatives within the park
2. OPEN SPACE MANAGEMENT:
a. Continue to have a perspective and voice in the use of South Burlington’s open
space.
b. Ensure application of existing management plans, updating as required. Create
timeline for drafting additional open space management plans.
c. Advocate for recreational access for all in our community on city owned property;
specifically, Hubbard, Auclair Parcel and other municipal owned assets. * See
trails development section for more detail.
d. Bees and Trees- Investigate potential for apiaries within the park system as well
as provide lectures, classes, and educational information.
3. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/EDUCATION
a. Ensure Recreation & Parks Department has opportunity to present to the City
Council at least annually. Proposed this happen in July as it is Parks Month
b. Increase in Events inventory to include targeting, community, and regional draws
c. Increase program offerings nature/conservation and age specific pockets.
d. Collaborations with other city opportunities: Library, Schools, Food Shelf, Infinite
e. Committee & Departmental outreach around education & advocacy
i. Sharing the recreational and park needs, priorities and
accomplishments
ii. Consider monthly writing for TOP
4. SOCIAL EQUITY INITIATIVES:
Prioritize social equity and the role that the committee has in providing recreation and
parks access for all members of our community.
a) Parks Master Plan: The need to evaluate and plan for equidistant park access
for all sectors and abilities as well as intentional recreation of programmatic and
both passive and active park opportunities for all demographics. Search and
advocate for funding source for FY 2023 for project completion in FY 2024.
b) Free Programs: Work with Recreation Department to provide more free
programming for the community; especially for youth programs. This could be
reflected in lower revenues or balanced through enhanced scholarship fund in
general fund.
c) Community Garden Program: Support current conversation at the airport
property about installation of community gardens. Look to add inventory at
Jaycee Park for community garden site and consider additional raised garden
beds at the food shelf.
5. DEVELOPMENT REVIEW INPUT:
Provide ongoing review and input to development projects in the community that
promote opportunities or potential opportunities for recreation that serves all members of
the community; on-going.
a.Consider official committee liaison to work with RDB. This Liaison would have
the support of the committee to work with the RDB and developers with the
expectation that some of the projects will need to be presented to the committee.
Work is needed to outline this committee position, responsibilities and
expectations.
b.Evaluation and determination of deeded recreational assets to the city vs.
privately held amenities through HOA/Developers.
6. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN INPUT:
As the City dives into the next re-write/update of the Comprehensive Plan, the
Recreation and Parks Committee desires to be at the forefront of this revision; noting
that the last plan was updated without proper vetting through all committees and a last-
minute effort to make edits fell short of the committees’ goals.
a.Review current plan and identify areas of weakness
b.Propose language amendments and/or additions
c.Participate fully in all committee, council and public process
7.NATIONAL STANDARDS REVIEW:
Research and document South Burlington’s Recreation & Park Department in
comparison with appropriate national data. Using annual update from NRPA study to
identify trends in bench mark communities. * Data entered by staff in Jan- reviewed by
sub-committee when released (usually March/April). This helps tell the story of
Recreation in South Burlington and determines advocacy needs.
8.INDOOR RECREATION CENTER ADVOCACY:
Continued focus on creating an Indoor Recreation Facility for the future in South
Burlington as determined by City Council that this is a priority for FY23.
a.Determination of location: Need public transportation- revitalize existing structure
b. Costing Review
c. Begin planning for timeline
d. Advocacy
e.Fundraising: Re-activating the Recreation and Parks Foundation to support
raising $1,000,000 of seed money to support the creation of an Indoor
Recreation Center.