Local Government
The Town Meeting Warrant Has Landed. But What Does it Mean?
The Town Meeting Warrant is now available for Burlington's May Town Meeting. But what does this stack of papers mean? The Buzz explains.
Local Government
Burlington Town Clerk to Count Uncounted Ballots
The Town Clerk has found uncounted ballots from this April's election. When will they be tabulated, and who could it impact?
Local Government
How Will Burlington's May Town Meeting Affect You?
Burlington's May Town Meeting is coming up soon. This is the annual Town meeting where many financial decisions are made. Learn more inside.
Local Government
Select Board Votes on Recreation Department Warrant Articles
The Select Board voted on whether or not to recommend two Recreation Department Warrant Articles for May Town Meeting
Local Government
Planning Board Revisits, Contentious Town Meeting Warrant Articles
The Planning Board revisited Town Meeting Warrant Articles involving MBTA Communities zoning and rezoning of the Sculpture Park property.
Local Government
TownVote: Should Burlington Exclude Capital Projects from the 2.5% Cap?
Voice your choice about whether or not the town of Burlington should exclude capital projects from the operating budget.
Local Government
Flooded Parking Lot Mitigation Discussed
The Conservation Commission met with property owners to discuss the plan for addressing the flooded parking lot near Vine Brook.
Local Government
Water Rates in Burlington to Increase; Quarterly Billing to Begin
Decreased commercial usage means an increase in water rates in Burlington
Local Government
Burlington Select Board Adopts New Flag Policy
After several years, the town finally has an official flag policy, and it leaves the question of which flags the town will fly up to Select Board discretion.
Local Government
What Are the Responsibilities of the School Committee?
The School Committee is often held as the ultimate authority when it comes to issues in the schools. While the School Committee does have responsibility and control over creating and executing the long-term vision of Burlington Public Schools in conjunction with the Superintendent of Schools, the reality is that this
Local Government
Planning Board Split on MBTA Communities Zoning
And, meaningful holidays will be celebrated this weekend
Local Government
Daily Buzz | What Role Does the Select Board Play in Our Town?
And, only a few more days to apply to the housing lottery