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From Green Mountain Transit:

Green Mountain Transit (GMT) today announced a draft service reduction plan that looks to cut $3 million of its routes and services, This difficult decision comes in response to ongoing financial instability that has severely impacted the organization’s ability to maintain current service levels.
As public transportation remains a critical service for many residents, this draft service reduction plan was made after a thorough analysis and consideration of all available options. GMT’s priority remains the safety and reliability of its services for those who depend on public transit.

GMT will work closely with local governments, community organizations, and other stakeholders to mitigate the impact on riders. The organization is also exploring alternative funding sources and service models to ensure the long-term sustainability of public transit in the region. During the month of September, dates to be determined, GMT will present the draft service reduction at a series of public meetings.

The first round of service reductions is scheduled to take effect in November 2024, with the remaining service reductions scheduled in February and June 2025. GMT will be providing detailed information to customers regarding the specific routes and services that will be affected, as well as alternative transportation options.

To find the most current information regarding service reductions, please visit www.RideGMT.com/service-reductions. Anyone who wishes to make a public comment can do so by emailing planning@ridegmt.com.

From the Town of Essex:

We will have the first chance to look at the conceptual site plan alternatives for the site and provide feedback on the these plans. Come on October 3 from 7:00- 8:30 pm at the Essex Middle School cafeteria to help choose the preferred master plan!

On August 1, we met for the kick-off of the Upper Main Street planning project at the new Farmhouse Event Center at the Essex Resort and Spa. This was the first interactive public meeting to talk about the future of the Town of Essex municipal site at 80/90 Upper Main Street. The meeting began with a brief presentation to introduce the planning process and review past work. Small group discussions followed where attendees shared ideas that will help inform the team on what will be on the site and what it will look like. Watch the recording here: www.cctv.org/watch-tv/programs/essex-upper-main-street-planning-project-kick-meeting

The Town’s consultant team is entered into a 6-month process in June to develop a conceptual master plan for the 32-acre site. We want to hear your ideas about what you would like to see here in addition to a municipal complex throughout this process.

Other opportunities for public feedback will occur this fall. 

For more information visit: www.essexvt.org/1296/Upper-Main-Street-Planning-Project

For more information on the Burlington Airport Commission and their current procedures and meeting dates, please reference the meeting agendas at btv.aero/about-btv/airport-commission.

For more information on the South Burlington Development Review Board and current procedures and meeting dates, please visit southburlingtonvt.gov/government/city_committees_boards/development_review_board_drb.php.