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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burton public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Flower pot storage at Hall's Greenhouses
Board members flagged brush dumped near Fenner's flower shop and dead petunias in the street pots. They want DPW to bill property owners who dump brush, and to use drought-tolerant flowers next year.
Proposed chili cook-off event
A new fall community event idea — a chili cook-off in November, possibly at the Senior Center with kitchen access. It's a low-cost event scaled to whatever sponsorships come in, and barbecue elements might wait until next summer.
American Flags for District Businesses
24 district businesses now display American flags through the DDA program, and the businesses are reportedly loving the flags and flower pots.
Food truck permit costs
Members learned food trucks need a $600 city permit per event unless it's a city event on city grounds, making casual food truck appearances impractical. They floated pairing trucks with music-in-the-park events or the Trick-or-Treat Trail.
Youth Advisory program for Burton
Kris Johns reported Bentley school officials are enthusiastic about a Burton youth advisory council and will share it with Atherton and Bendle; he'll bring more details next meeting.
Parks & Recreation director stepping down
Parks Director Amy Clous is stepping down; the commission is also improving the Easter egg hunt (March 28) and recruiting board members.
Future of the downtown flower program
Walker's, the nursery that supplied and assembled the popular downtown flower pots, isn't doing it this year. The board is looking for a new local vendor, and Beautify Burton has offered to help with spring plantings.