Local Government
Town Meeting Approves Capital Budget, Narrowly Defeats Bylaw Change
The second night of the Burlington May 2025 Town Meeting saw discussion of curriculum, HVAC upgrades to town buildings, and proposed bylaw changes.
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Local Government
Burlington May 2025 Town Meeting: Key Non-Financial Articles Explained
Burlington’s May 2025 Town Meeting tackles budgeting, bylaw changes, zoning updates, and more. Here's a breakdown of the general and bylaw articles on the Warrant.
Local Government
Warrant Article Summary for Burlington May 2025 Town Meeting
A Warrant Article Summary for the May 2025 Town Meeting in Burlington, MA. The meeting begins May 12, 2025 and continues on Wednesdays and Mondays until complete.
Local Government
Town Common Facelift, Park Upgrades, Equipment Among Recreation's Capital Requests for the Coming Year
Burlington Parks & Recreation proposes park upgrades, equipment replacements, and vehicle needs in FY25 capital plan.
Local Government
School Department to Ask Town Meeting for $3M for Curriculum, Building Upgrades
A new literacy curriculum, HVAC and network updates, and new security features are highlights of this year's capital requests from the schools.
Local Government
Burlington Town Meeting Preview: Police, Fire & Public Works Seek Equipment Upgrades
Burlington's Police, Fire & Public Works Departments seek funding for essential upgrades at Town Meeting starting May 12 to maintain core community services.
Local Government
Inside Burlington’s FY26 Budget Book: How to Read It and What to Look For
Curious where Burlington’s $187 million budget comes from and where it goes? This walk-through makes it easier to understand.
Community
Community Celebrations: Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and Easter
A time for Christians to remember the sacrifices of Jesus
Community
Community Celebrations: Passover
Join neighbors to celebrate Passover in Burlington by learning about the traditions of this sacred holiday
Community
Community Celebrations: Ash Wednesday and the Lenten Season
A time of repentance and renewal
Community
Community Celebrations: Ramadan
A time to give back and invest in religious activities
Local Government
Green Light Given for Police Station Demolition
The Historical Commission will work with the town to preserve key elements of the 225-year-old building ahead of police station demolition.