News by Burlington Standard Report

Rep. Becca Balint Statement on Bipartisan Budget Agreement

By Burlington Standard Report | Jun 5, 2023

“My bottom line will always be: how can I deliver the best results for Vermonters and the American people.

Development Review Board Meeting hosts on June 5, 2023

By Burlington Standard Report | Jun 4, 2023

The Development Review Board will meet at 6:30 pm on Monday, June 5, 2023 in City Hall, 100 North Main Street.

Historic Preservation Commission Meeting hosts on June 6, 2023

By Burlington Standard Report | Jun 4, 2023

The City Historic Preservation Commission will meet on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 6:00 pm at City Hall.

Mayor Weinberger Responds to Changes in State Motel Program Transition

By Burlington Standard Report | May 31, 2023

On May 26, Mayor Weinberger made the following statement:

Mayor Weinberger Announces the Return of the BTV Market this Summer

By Burlington Standard Report | May 30, 2023

On May 26, Mayor Weinberger announced the return of the BTV Market to City Hall Park after a resoundingly popular inaugural season in the summer of 2022. Co-presented by Burlington City Arts and Love Burlington, the BTV Market begins in City Hall Park on Saturday, June 3, and runs 11 am-3 pm every Saturday throughout the summer.

Mayor Weinberger to Seek Council Confirmation of Chief Jon Murad

By Burlington Standard Report | May 29, 2023

Yesterday, surrounded by numerous community leaders and supporters, Mayor Miro Weinberger announced his intention to bring the appointment of Chief Jon Murad to the Burlington City Council for confirmation at their June 5th meeting.

City Hall Closed: Monday, 5/29

By Burlington Standard Report | May 27, 2023

City Hall will be closed on Monday, May 29, 2023 in observance of Memorial Day.

Memorial Day Ceremony May 29, 2023

By Burlington Standard Report | May 26, 2023

This year's Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 29 will begin with a small parade procession on Main Street at 10:30 AM followed by a ceremony in Taylor Park.

Representatives Becca Balint and Nick Langworthy Introduce the Supporting All Producers Act of 2023 (SAP Act)

By Burlington Standard Report | May 23, 2023

On May 18, 2023, Congresswoman Becca Balint and Congressman Nick Langworthy (R-NY) introduced the bipartisan, bicameral Supporting All Producers Act of 2023, also known as the SAP Act, which would ensure that the Department of Agriculture (USDA) carefully follows input from maple syrup producers when directing research and education priorities under the Acer Access and Development Program.

Mayor Weinberger Statement in Response to Court Ruling on the Champlain Parkway

By Burlington Standard Report | May 22, 2023

On May 17, Honorable Judge Geoffrey Crawford of the U.S. District Court for the District of Vermont filed his decision on motions for summary judgements in favor of the Defendants including the Federal Highway Administration, the State of Vermont Agency of Transportation, and the City of Burlington in a suit related to the Champlain Parkway project.

Rep. Balint Joins LGBTQ Freshman in Introduction of Resolution to Expel Rep. George Santos

By Burlington Standard Report | May 21, 2023

On May 16, 2023, Rep. Becca Balint joined Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42) and Rep. Eric Sorensen (Il-17) in introducing a resolution to expel George Santos from Congress

Rep. Balint Co-Leads the ‘Honoring All Families’ Resolution After Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene Made Offensive Comments on Motherhood

By Burlington Standard Report | May 21, 2023

On May 12, 2023, ahead of Mother’s Day Weekend, Rep. Balint co-led the “Honoring All Families” resolution, introduced by Rep. Robert Garcia (CA-42)

Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Committee for Anti-LGBTQ Comments Amid Continued Attacks on Queer Youth

By Burlington Standard Report | May 20, 2023

On May 11, 2023, Rep. Becca Balint (D-VT) calls out GOP Budget Committee witness for blaming federal programs that support LGBTQ people and kids for the deficit spending. Rep. Balint called their remarks “morally bankrupt and deeply un-American.” Rep. Balint is a member of the Budget Committee and Co-Chair of the Equality Caucus

Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act

By Burlington Standard Report | May 19, 2023

On May 10, 2023, Rep. Balint introduced the Invasive Species Prevention and Forest Restoration Act. The bill would expand access to the US Department of Agriculture emergency funding to combat the threat of non-native species to our forests

Joint Release: Vermont Congressional Delegation Celebrates $20 Million National Science Foundation Award to Fund Data Science Research in Vermont

By Burlington Standard Report | May 18, 2023

On May 9, 2023, Vermont’s Congressional Delegation announced that the University of Vermont (UVM) would receive a $20 million award through the National Science Foundation (NSF)’s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) program

Nonpartisan Legislation introduced during Mental Health Awareness Month to address children’s mental health

By Burlington Standard Report | May 17, 2023

On May 9, 2023, during Mental Health Awareness Month, Congresswoman Becca Balint (VT-AL) and Congressman Bryan Steil (WI-01) introduced the Protecting Young Minds Online Act, legislation to require the Center for Mental Health Services to develop and disseminate a strategy to address the effects of new technologies, like social media, on children’s mental health

Rep. Balint Statement on Passage of “Default on America Act”

By Burlington Standard Report | May 13, 2023

On April 27, 2023 , Rep. Becca Balint, a member of the House Budget Committee, voted against the “Default on America Act.” “A budget reflects our values, and we can plainly see where Republicans’ priorities lie

Rep. Balint Calls out GOP Anti Trans Legislation

By Burlington Standard Report | May 12, 2023

On April 18, 2023, Rep. Balint delivered remarks on the House floor in opposition to the rule and against HR 734, the “Protection of Women and Girls in Schools Act.” Read her remarks below

Message from Public Works & City Fire Dept.

By Burlington Standard Report | May 11, 2023

Water users in the North end of the City may experience some discolored water and/or low water pressure.

Rep. Becca Balint Introduces Youth Mental Health Legislation