🌱 Encampment Closure Protests + Airport Project Underway

Burlington VT

18 October, 2021

4:01 PM

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Hello, people of Burlington! It's me again, Danielle Fallon, your host of the Burlington Daily. First, today's weather: Breezy with periods of sun. High: 56 Low: 49. Here are the top stories today in Burlington: Protesters are demanding an extension of the timeline for closing a homeless encampment in Burlington. Mayor Miro Weinberger said last week that the city is closing the Sears Lane encampment in the South End because of what he called serious criminal activity and a hostile threat towards first responders. Progressive members of the Burlington City Council are calling on the city administration to halt the eviction process, saying it's abrupt. The city has allowed encampment on city property since last spring, acknowledging a lack of housing for the homeless amid the pandemic.(U.S. News & World Report)The passenger terminal project at Burlington International Airport (BTV) is now underway. The more than 30,000-square-foot expansion is on target to open to travelers next fall and will house five TSA screening lanes, an expanded queuing and, space for concessions. The Terminal Integration Project (TIP) will cost $14.5 million and has received 90 percent funding through an FAA Airport Improvement Program Grant. (Sun Community News & Printing)The University of Vermont incoming Class of 2025 is the biggest and most academically prepared in the school's history. (WCAX)Vermont Stands Up, Health Choice Vermont, and several other organizations marched this weekend in South Burlington for medical freedom regarding the COVID-19 vaccination. (WPTZ)The Vermont Housing & Conservation Board is awarding $8.9 million in state and federal funds for affordable housing in Burlington and statewide. (Vermont Biz) Today's Burlington Daily is brought to you by GoodRx, a Patch Brand Partner. Recognizing the early signs of the common cold is important in helping prevent yourself and others from getting sick. Here's what you need to know about the causes of the common cold, its symptoms and how you can combat this seasonal malady. Today in Burlington: Taxes in Retirement Webinar (10:00 AM) You can get your local business featured right here in the Burlington Daily for just $79 per month. Click here to learn more. Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update. If you're feeling these newsletters, consider bringing some more friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.