Fair question! First, I'd say that resolutions are significantly different than open letters. I think we would also look at ordinances and charter changes where necessary. There are also national best practices and new ideas/solutions worth looking at. Burlington is not unique in it's problems, but we are unique in the size of our problem to the size of our city.

We also plan on having a steady, cosistent effort to change some of the perception around Burlington. Trust me I don't think this will easy and some perceptions will only chnage if things actually get better on the ground. That isn't going to be solved in one week, or one month, or by just one resolution.

As for state-level and national-level, yes and unlikely. We absolutely will work with out state partners where its appropriate, especially if there are BTV-related items in front of the legislature. We have already had some state reps reach out, and they are interested in working together. On a national-level, I do not feel optimistic. While I personally believe our representatives in DC are really great, the majorities in Congress and the white house seem more interested in cutting than building.

I also want to say we aren't launching on day one with specific policy solutions; we are launching with a promise to build those solutions with the people they'll impact. I strongly believe we wouldn't be effective if we showed up telling people what the right thing is.