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Shelburne joins regional economic mobility initiative focused on work, civic participation and housing
Summary
At its May 27 meeting the Shelburne Social Services Committee heard from Cyimone Bedford about a regional economic mobility program Shelburne has joined; the committee will hold roundtables to consider local support for initiatives on rewarding work, civic participation and attainable housing.
Shelburne — The Shelburne Social Services Committee heard a presentation May 27 from Cyimone Bedford, the Economic Mobility Manager, about a regional economic‑mobility initiative that Shelburne has joined aimed at rewarding work, increasing civic participation and promoting attainable housing.
Bedford, who is working with Chittenden County Regional Planning and holds a position with International City Managers, said the program was created to advance economic success across participating communities including South Burlington, Winooski, Essex and Shelburne. Committee members discussed possible local roles and next steps.
Committee discussion focused on how the Social Services Committee could support the regional work; members agreed to organize round‑table discussions for committee and community members interested in participating. No formal vote or commitment of funds for the program was recorded in the transcript.
The presentation matters to Shelburne residents because the initiative targets workforce supports and housing—areas cited by Bedford as central program goals. Committee members asked how the committee could contribute locally; Bedford outlined outreach and coordination with the regional planning partners and said more detailed opportunities would be defined in upcoming round tables.
The committee did not adopt a formal motion related to the initiative at the meeting. The Social Services Committee’s next meeting is scheduled for Aug. 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
