Queen City
Coverage of Queen City in the Nexus archive.
- To the mayor’s surprise, Gov. Scott directs state police to patrol Burlington
Gov. Phil Scott directed Vermont State Police to patrol downtown Burlington from July 29 through mid-August to address public safety concerns, a decision that surprised Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak. The governor cited upcoming events like a New England governors gathering and the University of Vermont's fall semester as reasons, while the mayor welcomed the effort despite being informed via email rather than direct communication.
- City Council names Attorney Robert Harrington as Charlotte interim mayor
Charlotte City Council selected attorney Robert Harrington as the interim mayor after he won two rounds of voting against four finalists. Harrington expressed excitement about working with the council members.
- Mayor Pro Tem faces tough questions at forum for Charlotte's interim mayor
Charlotte's interim mayor position will be vacant after Mayor Vi Lyles resigns at the end of June. A political advocacy group is set to endorse an applicant for the role, and a forum with city leaders was held to discuss the transition.