housing crisis

Burlington Buzz: Episode 2 - Housing Affordability 10/07/2024

In the second episode of Burlington Buzz, UVM PCOM students tackle one of the hottest topics affecting their community: housing affordability. With rent prices rising and students struggling to find affordable living options, Charlotte, Mia, Claire, Kira, Maggie, and Julia dive into candid interviews with fellow students, local residents, and housing advocates to uncover the challenges and explore possible solutions. From personal stories to expert insights, this episode sheds light on how housing costs impact the Burlington community and what can be done to make living more affordable for everyone. Don't miss this in-depth and eye-opening discussion on one of Burlington’s biggest issues!

Recorded between September 30th, 2024 and October 7th, 2024

People, Power & Politics (The P3 Show): City Budget and Encampment Overview 06/08/2024

From Romeo von Hermann:

Host Romeo von Hermann discusses the city budget, taxes, and cost of living.

The P3 Show is a talk show that brings communities and stake holders together to discuss social and political issues of the day in Burlington, Vermont and the nation.

The P3 Show is open to all young adults and the community at large to join the conversation. Topics on the show can be submitted to peoplepowerpolitics.show@gmail.com.

Neighborhood Media Internship Program: What Do You Like About Burlington? 05/31/2024

Join the Neighborhood Media Interns as they hit the vibrant streets of downtown Burlington to capture the authentic voices of the community. In this engaging video, the interns take to the sidewalks to ask locals and visitors alike what they appreciate and what grinds their gears about city life.

Vermont Interfaith Action: Spring Wrap-Up 05/21/2024

Host Debbie Ingram, Executive Director of VIA, chats with VIA Leaders Frank Sadowski and Beth Ann Maier to discuss wrap up of spring events for Vermont Interfaith Action.

More information at: (802) 651-8889 | office@viavt.org | www.viavt.org

Under the Dome: Housing - Emergency Shelter, Affordable Housing, and Act 250 Reform 04/29/2024

Host Bobby Lussier, CCTV's Development Director, speaks with Senator Kesha Ram Hinsdale and Representative Emilie Krasnow about housing.

To contact your local representative, you can find their contact information on the State's website.

Service Rendered: Arts So Wonderful - Fair Housing Month Art Show with CVOEO 04/26/2024

From CVOEO:

To celebrate Fair Housing Month in April, Arts So Wonderful and the Fair Housing Project of CVOEO invited artists to submit work that answers the following question, “What makes a thriving, inclusive community?”.

The Fair Housing Act enshrined into law important protections against discrimination and harassment in housing. It is intended to increase housing opportunity and choice and dismantle historical patterns of segregation and exclusion. Artists are invited to consider the important ways the Fair Housing Act continues to shape our communities through the medium and visual language of your choice.

For more information visit: www.artssowonderful.com | fairhousingmonthvt.org/asw-x-cvoeo-art-contest

Burlington Business Association: BBA Business Summit 2024: Public Safety Forum 02/15/2024

From the organizer:

Burlington has been facing increasingly challenging public safety problems since 2020. It is time we focus on solutions. With a keen eye toward balancing the needs of our most vulnerable community members with the need to maintain our vibrant downtown, the forum brings together community leaders from our area and other cities. We hear about solutions and programs that are working in some of our most challenged cities. Then, we inspire some Burlington-sized solutions to share with the group. Come to learn, come to inspire, come to help create Burlington’s NEXT ACT!

Speakers include:

Kelly Devine, Executive Director, Burlington Business Association
Par Tolles, Partner & CEO, Tolles Development
Kate Thomas, Assistant County Manager, Washoe County Nevada
Grant Denton, Executive Director, Karma Box Project
Brad Segal, President, PUMA Downtown Association
John Caner, CEO, Downtown Berkeley Association

For more information about the Burlington Business Summit visit: www.bbavt.org/event/bba-business-summit-public-safety-forum

Governor Phil Scott: Press Conference - Vermont's Housing Shortage 01/10/2024

From the Office of Governor Scott:

Governor Phil Scott, legislators and community partners hold a press conference outlining proposed solutions to address Vermont’s housing shortage.

Reporters access by attending in person or remotely through Microsoft Teams. Following remarks, the Governor, legislators and Cabinet officials are available for questions from members of the media.

State of Affairs in the Community and Resources Through CEDO/BPD 11/03/2023

Host Meghan O'Rourke, CCTV, is joined by Sarah Russell, CEDO Special Assistant to End Homelessness, Scott Pavek, CEDO Substance Use Policy Analyst, Rachel Jolly, CEDO Assistant Director, CJC, as well as Lacey-Ann Smith, BPD Community Support Supervisor at BPD, to share information about the City's work.

Sarah shares information about the Chittenden County Homeless Alliance and Coordinated Entry as well as the data around homelessness. Lacey shared information about Crisis, Advocacy and Intervention Programs (CAIP) and what’s happened since 2020. Scott shares information about Overdose Prevention sites and drug checking. Rachel shares information about Pretrial Services and Tamarack programs, the data/anecdotes we’ve observed over the last few years, and the gaps in treatment.

For more infromation visit: www.burlingtonvt.gov/cedo | www.burlingtonvt.gov/police/CAIP | www.burlingtoncjc.org/cedo

Burlington Mayor's Press Conference: Update on the City’s Initiatives to Support Unsheltered Homelessness 10/10/2023

From the Mayor's Office and Burlington Parks Rec and Waterfront:

Mayor Miro Weinberger and community partners provide an update on the progress of several initiatives to support people living without shelter in the community, including the Administration’s proposal to create a temporary winter warming shelter for the cold weather season.

With Mayor Miro Weinberger; Sarah Russell, Special Asst. to End Homelessness, City of Burlington; Paul Dragon, Executive Director, CVOEO; Michelle Caver, VFW Post 782; and Miranda Gray, Deputy Commissioner of Economic Services Division, Department for Children and Families.

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Applications Now Open for the Spring 2025 Cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship Program

Town Meeting TV is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Spring 2025 cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship program. Join up to 8 other youth to engage in interesting media making projects! This paid media internship opportunity is designed for youth aged 16-20 who are eager to gain professional experience in the audio-visual field and develop a deeper understanding of their local community. The group will meet under the leadership of Town Meeting TV's Travis Washington from the end of January 2025 to the beginning of June 2025, on a schedule agreed upon by the whole cohort. Click here to apply!