The Burlington Plan: Inside DPW Leadership with Chapin Spencer

This week on The Burlington Plan, DPW Director Chapin Spencer joins us for a conversation about how Burlington will move in the decades ahead. We explore how the 2050 Mobility Strategy reshapes the way the city thinks about streets, safety, climate goals, and the daily experience of getting around. Chapin reflects on the political evolution of public works, the role of community engagement, and the collaboration needed across city departments to deliver a unified streetscape. We also look at the hard choices required to meet climate and equity commitments and how strong policy can position Burlington for future federal funding. It is a candid look at leadership, vision, and the decisions that will shape Burlington through 2050.