Burlington, VT
Municipality in Vermont
United States
Burlington, VT and ARC Industries trial innovative wind turbine at Burlington International Airport
ARC's The Orb was installed on the city-owned airport's parking garage roof for the pilot. This spherical turbine has a compact frame ideal for deployment in space-constrained areas. Additional features of The Orb include a 3-kilowatt generator, an all-weather design, and minimal maintenance requirements. Burlington is the first user of the company's flagship project and advances city efforts at net-zero energy generation by 2030.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT Police Department is strategically deploying limited patrols to improve public safety
The Burlington Police Department created a new public safety and activation plan to address officer shortages and rising crime rates. The new plan involves strategically deploying police officers and community service officers to patrol downtown areas where more than 50% of local crimes are occurring.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT introduces Net Zero Energy Revenue Bond for electrification campaign financing
City officials placed the $20 million bond in front of local voters. This first-in-the-nation effort proposes grid upgrades for dynamic pricing and increased electric vehicle charging. The Burlington Electric Department plans targeted grants to local households for air-source heat pumps and electric bikes. The Net Zero Energy Revenue Bond reduces emissions by an estimated 47,000 tons without increased taxes or fees.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT is creating a nine-member Dog Task Force to address local dog-related issues
The City of Burlington's Parks, Arts, and Culture Committee is creating a Burlington Dog Task Force to address local dog-related issues. The Dog Task Force will consist of representatives from the Starr Farm Dog Park, Burlington Police Department Community Resource Office, and the Burlington Parks Commission alongside animal professionals and community members. The Dog Task Force will be responsible for reviewing policies, educational campaigns, planning pet events, and making recommendations.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT adds GoAigua water surveillance system to predict localized COVID-19 outbreaks
The SARS Analytics feature in GoAigua monitors pre-symptomatic indicators found in wastewater. GoAigua produces risk mitigation recommendations based on samples from wastewater plants and manholes. Burlington introduced the system especially for at-risk populations in nursing homes, schools, and low-income neighborhoods. City officials worked with Idrica to expedite GoAigua integration prior to the cold and flu season.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT anticipates COVID-19 challenges created by returning students with quarantine pilot
The Supportive Quarantine Pilot required returning college students to pledge 14 days of quarantine in compliance with the state's health order. City staffers provided masks, sanitizer, a basket of essential goods, and a library card to each participant. The pilot included daily check-in calls to evaluate physical health and short-term needs. Participants were eligible to end quarantine early if they received negative tests after seven days.
Burlington, VT
United States
Burlington, VT tests EV charging station sharing with EVmatch pilot
The Burlington Electrical Department offered 15 free electric vehicle chargers to apartment and condo owners. Recipients provide public usage of their chargers at their preferred prices and times. The EVmatch app locates participating chargers and handles payments for EV drivers. Charging rates can be set based on time or electricity used. Burlington worked with EVmatch on customization options including discounted rates for building residents.
Burlington, VT
United States