Ward 3 NPA

09/30/2024

Local historian Diana Carlisle will be speaking about the Glassville neighborhood at our meeting on October 2nd.

CHAMPLAIN GLASS COMPANY MARKER TO BE DEDICATED THIS SUNDAY, JUNE 30, AT 1 PM IN BATTERY PARK, BURLINGTON

We all know that Battery Park served as a military camp in the War of 1812, but did you also know that it was the site of Burlington's first manufacturing enterprise--The Champlain Glass Company.? On hand will be Diana Carlisle, who has studied the company and its contributions to the development of Burlington. She has also worked to help create this memorial. For the definitive history of the glassworks, see her article published by the Vermont Historical Society athttps://vermonthistory.org/journal/68/vt683_402.pdf

The Champlain Glass Company was formed in 1827, by an act of the General Assembly. It was located in the northeast section of the park. On some of the old maps, the area was even called Glassville. In 1840, Smith, then owner of the company, and some of his business partners set aside some of the company property to be used by the city "as a public Common. . . forever." Hence: The Battery Park we all know and love.

Photo from the "Seven Days" website. For the accompanying article, please visit: https://www.sevendaysvt.com/news/new-marker-provides-a-window-into-the-history-of-burlingtons-battery-park-40850825

08/29/2024

Hello Ward 3 Neighbors!

The Ward 3 NPA will be meeting on Wednesday, September 4, from 6:00pm to 7:45pm in the Pickering Room at the Fletcher Free Library located at 235 College Street or online via Zoom.

The meeting will feature a facilitated discussion focused on building an NPA that is representative and inclusive of all Ward 3 neighborhoods and residents. We'll also hold an election to fill the one remaining vacancy on the Steering Committee.

We'll also hear from our City Councilors and School Board members followed by a presentation from Michael Alvanos (JRMA Design Studio) regarding the proposed renovations to the mixed-use property located at 97 North Street.

We'll also receive updates from Phillip Peterson (DPW) about the Plan BTV Walk Bike Action Plan, Traffic Calming Initiatives, Downtown Speed Limit Reduction, and ONE Greenway Update followed by the traditional public forum.

07/29/2024

Hello Neighbors!

The Ward 3 NPA will hear from Burlington Police Chief Jon Murad regarding the public safety challenges facing city residents living and working in the downtown core.

The Chief will discuss how the BPD is working to respond to these issues, and participants will have an opportunity to ask questions. The meeting will also address what residents should do and whom they should call in a variety of public safety situations.

Following the Chief's presentation, we'll review our current bylaws, discuss some proposed changes, and take a vote. We'll also elect Steering Committee members for the upcoming year.

If you missed the Chief's recent lunchtime presentation at City Hall, this is your opportunity to connect and ask questions!