Planning

Colchester Planning Commission 02/16/2016

The Colchester Planning Commission meets at 7:00 PM on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Colchester Police Station, Kirker Community Room. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Department of Planning and Zoning.

Burlington Business Association: Moving Burlington Forward - Making the Shift from Plans To Action 02/11/2016

2016 Burlington Business Association's 'Business Summit', focussing on what's next for Burlington. Presenters will share how to create the 'live, work, play' environment in the Burlington of tomorrow. PlanBTV is the roadmap, presented are ideas to put into action.

Keynote speaker: Charles Marohn, Founder and President of Strong Towns, whose mission is to support a model of development that allows America's cities, towns, and neighborhoods to become financially strong and resilient.

Other invited speakers include: Kate McCarthy, Smart Growth for Cities; AARPVT on Livable Communities; Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission updated information from the ECOS Project.

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Burlington Democrats: Current Burlington Issues 02/10/2016

City Councilor Chip Mason (Ward 5), is joined by Planning Commissioner and former City Councilor Andy Montroll in a discussion on development in Burlington.

North Avenue Task Force Meeting 02/09/2016

The North Avenue Task Force leads a public meeting on North Avenue Corridor improvements including addressing the upcoming Advisory Ballot item and the Task Force's plans for executing the pilot project.

This project is being coordinated through Burlington Public Works and Regional Planning. Agenda and information at: https://www.burlingtonvt.gov/DPW/North-Avenue-Corridor and at the CCRPC website.

Common Good Vermont: The Internet of Things with Steve Shepard 02/05/2016

Steve Shepard, Vermont tech translator, will give an inspiring presentation on "The Internet of Things."

The Internet of Things, also known as the ‘Internet of Everything’ or ‘Machine-to-Machine Communications,’ is perhaps the single greatest technology change agent that we have seen in more than a decade. Already becoming universal, it is showing up in entertainment, healthcare, public safety, and a myriad of other functions. But its real value comes into play when it is combined with the other members of a technology family that together are changing the way we work, play, and live our lives. In this lunchtime presentation we will explore the Internet of Things and see why many are now calling it the 'Internet of Possibilities.’

It won’t take long for you to think about the implications of this important trend on your work and organization.

For more info visit: http://blog.commongoodvt.org/2016/01/dont-miss-the-future-the-internet-of-things-with-steve-shepard/

Essex Junction Planning Commission 02/04/2016

The five members of the Essex Junction Planning Commission are appointed by the Village Trustees. The commission meets on the first and third Thursday of each month to review development applications, update the Land Development Code, and assist in the update of the Comprehensive Plan.

Burlington Ward 6 NPA Meeting 02/04/2016

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPAs) are grassroots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to empower citizen participation in City government. Working as neighborhood advocacy groups, Neighborhood Planning Assemblies facilitate communication between the citizens of Burlington and City government through regular meetings scheduled in each Ward. Ward 6 meets the first Thursday of the month.

Meeting place: Greek Orthodox Church 600 South Willard Street

Burlington Development Review Board 02/02/2016

Information on the Burlington Development Review Board is under the City's Planning and Zoning Office.

Essex Town and Village Joint Update 01/29/2016

Essex Town Selectboard Chair Max Levy and Village President George Tyler share information and insights on Town and Village initiatives and follow up on the recommendations of the Working Group Members of the Thoughful Growth in Action, a committee looking at shared governance for planning functions in the Town of Essex and Village of Essex Junction. The recommendations have been presented to both the Village Trustees and the Town Selectboard.

More information on TGIA: www.essextgia.com

More information at: www.essexjunction.org and www.essex.org

Burlington Ward 4 and Ward 7 NPA Meeting 01/27/2016

Neighborhood Planning Assemblies (NPAs) are grassroots, neighborhood organizations that were established in each of Burlington's seven Wards to empower citizen participation in City government. Working as neighborhood advocacy groups, Neighborhood Planning Assemblies facilitate communication between the citizens of Burlington and city government through regular meetings scheduled in each Ward. Wards 4 & 7 meet the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Meeting place: Robert E. Miller Community Center 130 Gosse Court.

Featured Story

CCTV Receives NEH Grant to Support Community Archives

CCTV Center for Media & Democracy is pleased to announce receipt of a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Humanities Collections and Reference Resources grant alongside 32 peer archival institutions across the country. This $49,927 grant award will support efforts to preserve and expand access to audio/visual community history materials in the CCTV Archives. Read more about this opportunity here!