🌱 Russian Sister City Relationship + Qualified Immunity Bill

Happy Saturday, Burlington! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Sun and areas of high clouds. High: 34 Low: 30.

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Here are the top three stories in Burlington today:

1. A bipartisan bill has allocated $150 million in federal funding to upgrade Canadian border crossing in Vermont. Upgrades will be made to travel lanes and renovations for facilities in a modernization effort. The intended goal of the funds is to make the border safer and more efficient for travelers. (WCAX)
2. A press conference for the Campaign to End Qualified Immunity was held at the Burlington Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shop on Church Street on Wednesday. The conference demanded that legislators pass Senate Bill 254 which would protect Vermont citizens' civil rights. Qualified immunity shields law enforcement officers from liability of misconduct. (Vermont Biz)
3. The City of Burlington will suspend its sister city relationship with Yarslavl, Russia. The decision to end the relationship is Mayor Weinberger's response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The sister city relationship was established 30 years ago to exchange student programs and art. (WCAX)

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Today in Burlington:

• Animal Demo At The Echo Leahy Center for Lake Champlain (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• What Still Remains is an immersive installation at Burlington City Arts. The installation is by Lebanese American artist Sarah Trad. (Instagram)
• Kathryn Shriver will be part of a gallery reception at The Vermont Studio Center. The artist will talk with the community about the exhibit titled I Spent Some Time At Home. (Instagram)
• United Way of Northwest Vermont is working to improve Vermont's access to appropriate mental health services. Click to learn more about the initiative. (Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll be back in your inbox Monday with a new update!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.