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The Burlington, Vermont City Council had a packed agenda Monday evening. The council approved a new leader for the city’s Community and Economic Development Office, requiring the resignation of a councilor. It also reviewed a rate increase request from the city electric department.
Last week Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger announced the appointment of Brian Pine to lead the city’s Community and Economic Development Office, generally known as CEDO, which requires city council approval. Pine, Ward 3 Progressive city councilor, had to resign from the council to take the post.
“My love for Burlington made the decision pretty easy when the mayor asked if I would consider taking on the role of CEDO director, Pine said. But honestly I have mixed emotions about stepping down from the council part way through this term.. I have mixed feelings because I represent my neighbors and my constituents in a way that I feel a connection to them and I really value that. I’m