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Burlington, VT

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This dashboard shows a live, representative picture of what Burlington residents are thinking and feeling — based on answers from verified residents across the city.

Residents registered7%
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Engagements · 24h4%
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January 2, 2026

Based on 0 responses from Burlington residents.

Representation score1%
Timeframe84 days
City summary

Over the past ninety days, Burlington residents consistently raised concerns about transportation, education, and the cost of housing — while appreciating the city’s bike paths, parks, and summer concert series.

Most Tagged Issues

The sum of all tags applied to all responses received over the past 90 days. Provides a strong sense of the community’s priorities.

Top Themes

Clusters of resident responses surfaced through thematic analysis — each anchored by the most representative quote and two supporting perspectives.

#1 Theme:Housing

Sustainable Housing

More focus on environmentally sustainable housing.

Mentioned by 12% of Respondents78% Agreement

What people are saying:

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#2 Theme:Safety

Downtown Safety

Concerns about public safety, particularly downtown.

Mentioned by 9% of Respondents65% Agreement

What people are saying:

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#3 Theme:Families

Childcare Crisis

Working parents struggle to find affordable childcare.

Mentioned by 7% of Respondents82% Agreement

What people are saying:

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Resident Ideas

Concrete proposals surfaced by residents in open-response questions, categorized by the issue area they most closely address.

Convert Empty Storefronts to Pop-Up Markets

Use vacant Church Street spaces for rotating local vendor pop-ups, reducing blight while supporting small businesses.

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Community Land Trust Expansion

Expand the Champlain Housing Trust model to keep more homes permanently affordable.

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Late-Night Community Safety Ambassadors

Trained civilian ambassadors on Church Street evenings, providing help and de-escalation without police.

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Appreciations

What residents love about Burlington. Balances the report's focus on problems with what's already working.

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