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Council directs staff to develop opt‑in stipend policy for volunteer boards; manager to propose budget use
Summary
The council directed staff to draft an opt‑in stipend policy for volunteer boards and committees and to return with a proposed form and funding plan; staff recommended up to $61,000 from general‑fund fund balance as an upper bound for fiscal‑year 2026 implementation.
The South Burlington City Council on July 21 directed staff to develop a stipend policy for appointed boards and committees, using an opt‑in model and payment tied to meeting attendance. City Manager Jesse Baker reviewed examples from nearby jurisdictions and the Chittenden County regional practice. Councilors discussed equity goals — removing financial barriers that prevent residents from serving — versus…
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