Burlington-area businesses, chambers press state task force to study convention‑center feasibility

May 8, 2025

Local hoteliers, industry groups and chambers told the Vermont House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development on May 7 that a state-led study should examine whether a convention center or performance facility could capture more midweek business and retain large meetings now going out of state.

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Business and tourism leaders told the House Commerce and Economic Development Committee May 7 that Vermont should study whether a convention center or performance facility could expand midweek demand, support anchor industries and keep larger meetings in-state.

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