Transportation

From the Mayor's Office:

Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak will officially reopen the reconstructed Champlain Street playground and park at 187. S. Champlain St in Burlington. The Mayor will be joined by Burlington Parks, Recreation and Waterfront staff and representatives from project donors: T-Mobile (Hometown Grant), KSNRC and CVOEO. 

Event featuring remarks from City officials and donors, ribbon cutting. With Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak; Sam Hotham, T-Mobile; Cindi Wight, Director, Burlington Parks, Recreation & Waterfront Director; Brian Pine, King St. Neighborhood Revitalization Corporation (KSNRC); and Paul Dragon, Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO).

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 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.

The Burlington Transportation, Energy, and Utilities Committee studies and makes recommendations to the Burlington City Council on issues concerning all modes of transportation and interrelated development issues; energy plans, rates and other issues; and utility matters regarding, but not limited to, water, sewer, and telecommunications.

For more information on the Transportation, Energy, and Utilities Committee and their current procedures and meeting dates, please visit burlingtonvt.gov/CityCouncil/TEUC.