Last chance for Burlington residents to contribute to the city’s 2025 budget

The cutoff point for public feedback surrounding Burlington’s upcoming 2025 budget is scheduled for today (Oct. 9).

Last month, several public budget-centric incentives were launched, including the Budget 2025 survey, a public input tool designed to help steer the ship of municipal spending in a way that suits local residents.

“It’s vital to hear from residents as we prepare the 2025 budget,” said Burlington Mayor Marianne Meed Ward earlier this year. “The annual budget reflects our priorities as a community. Your views help shape how council will amend and ultimately vote.”

Today (Oct. 9) is your last chance to complete our Budget 2025 survey! This feedback will help the City understand how you prioritize and value City services.

Complete it at https://t.co/GELVBUrpv5. @MariannMeedWard pic.twitter.com/Y4za0Orfpj

— City of Burlington (@cityburlington) October 9, 2024

Key focuses within active budget discourse include:

• Affordability
• Livability
• Sustainability
• Transparency

After today’s deadline, the mayor’s proposed budget report will be posted on October 25, 2024. Then in late November, primary budget committee meetings will be held alongside budget approval.

For more information on Burlington’s 2025 budget survey, visit the City of Burlington’s official website.