As Burlington continues to struggle with a “Housing Affordability Crisis” we see reform of Burlington’s Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) policy as a critical action for growing the city’s housing supply and accessibility. PlanBTV Downtown/Waterfront specifically identified reform of IZ as a necessary means “to encourage more of the housing that is so badly needed.” We have submitted […]
The Burlington Business Association (BBA) is pleased to announce that Colin Hilliard has joined their team as Program Director of Advocacy and Member Engagement. Colin’s work with the BBA will focus on advancing the BBA’s work to make Burlington a great place to live, work, and do business. He will work with the business community, […]
The BBA’s 2018 Waterfront Familiarization (FAM) Tour took to the water on June 8th, and once again gave Burlington’s waterfront business community a chance to showcase their fantastic work. Waterfront FAM Tour 2018-SEE THE ALBUM As always, the event took place aboard the Spirit of Ethan Allen III and included the ‘Minute at The Mic’ segment […]
What trends are guiding the future of downtowns like our own? This was the question guiding a presentation from Brad Segal of Progressive Urban Management Associates (PUMA) to the City Council last night. Segal is the President of PUMA which has been working with the BBA and other downtown stakeholders to discuss the future of […]
Local Motion in collaboration with VSECU, Terry Bicycles and Pomerleau Real Estate, is offering FREE rentals of e-bikes this summer. It is a great way to try out this new way to get around. BBA Executive Director Kelly Devine will be exploring Burlington on one of these fantastic new bikes. Stay tuned as she posts […]