Month: April 2024

Burlington City Council approves the Urban Forest Master Plan

April 18, 2024

This week, Burlington City Council approved the Urban Forest Master Plan and Woodland Management Strategy. Both will serve as guiding documents for protecting and improving Burlington’s tree canopy over the next 20 years. The City’s Urban Forest Master Plan recognizes the value trees provide to the community. In Burlington’s 2021 Asset Management Plan, the City’s … More Burlington City Council approves the Urban Forest Master Plan

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Spring Into Action: Make Every Day Earth Day

April 9, 2024

In April, the City of Burlington and BurlingtonGreen are connecting residents with opportunities to take action on climate change, clean up our environment, and learn about nature. Earth Day Community Tree Planting Event Residents are invited to join BurlingtonGreen and City staff in planting 500 native trees. Advance registration at burlingtongreen.org is required as space is limited. … More Spring Into Action: Make Every Day Earth Day

Burlington Launches a Solar Incentive Pilot Program

April 4, 2024

Are you thinking of installing solar panels on your home? If yes, Burlington is now offering a Solar Incentive Pilot Program by providing a grant for a Solar Panel Building Permit. City Council recently approved this pilot program for 2024 saving homeowners $612. Why Is Burlington Launching This Program? To apply for a Solar Panel … More Burlington Launches a Solar Incentive Pilot Program