Good morning, this is your Burlington Local Frequency for Saturday, May 10, 2025.Difficult decisions are being made at City Hall as Burlington Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak announced yesterday that the city will reduce its workforce by 25 positions, with 18 workers facing layoffs. This comes as the city wrestles with a significant budget deficit that has forced tough choices for municipal leadership.Meanwhile, Vermont lawmakers have managed to hold property tax increases to just 1 percent, though this effort comes with a hefty price tag of nearly $120 million. The Vermont House has also passed a tax credit package that aims to provide some relief to residents during these financially challenging times.In public safety news, Vermont State Police responded to a two-vehicle collision in Williston last month. The driver, Joseph Boucher of Winooski, was arrested on suspicion of DUI following the incident on St. George Road. His court date is set for May 29th at the Chittenden County Superior Court.For those looking to enjoy the weekend, construction is well underway on the Great Streets Main Street project, a $30 million TIF-funded revitalization effort that promises to transform downtown Burlington with new bike lanes, public art, gardens, and wider sidewalks. While construction continues, many local businesses remain open and would appreciate your support during this transition period.The Moran FRAME is expanding its programming thanks to ARPA funding, with plans for new amenities and infrastructure. This follows a six-month public engagement effort that concluded with a vision for year-round recreation at this cultural destination. It's a perfect spot to visit this weekend as spring weather settles in.For families concerned about housing security, city officials are continuing efforts to address homelessness in the region. Reports indicate that while 116 households remain in the motel program in Chittenden County, 185 households have been connected to permanent housing since June 1st of last year.Today's forecast calls for mild temperatures with partly cloudy skies, making it an ideal day to explore Burlington's waterfront or support local businesses downtown despite the ongoing construction.This has been Burlington Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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