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Membership in BBA Has Many Benefits! Such as…….  ·       Advocacy: o       The BBA’s Board develops policy and the executive director maintains regular contact with city leaders and departments, and other business organizations and committees, representing your interest when issues are raised that affect Burlington businesses and the vitality of our city.   ·         Networking: o       Members develop business-to-business relationships with others who care about the future of Burlington. BBA’s membership includes 200 businesses and non-profit organizations that work together to enhance and promote the economic vitality of Burlington. Members represent all sectors of the Burlington economy, including retail stores, banks, restaurants, the media, education, professional and creative services, health care and more. The majority of members are located in Burlington, but other area businesses have also joined in order to participate and network with the Burlington business community. ·        Action: o       The BBA is the voice of Burlington business, actively engaged in the economic and quality-of-life issues facing our vibrant city today.  We do so through the efforts of our executive director and members who volunteer their time through various committees focused on the Waterfront and Downtown, Marketing and Development, Programs and Promotions Some specific accomplishments over the last 28 years:   §        2008 Projects include involvement with the City in transportation planning, Downtown and Waterfront infrastructure improvements, enhanced parking, and preparations for the 2009 Quadricentennial Celebration.  §         BBA has a long history of working closely with the City of Burlington on projects and policy that enhance the economic vitality of the City.  For example §         BBA members helped to create the Church Street Marketplace and has supported its development since it first opened in 1981. BBA is a founding member of the Downtown Partnership, and  works closely with the Church Street Marketplace and the City on initiatives such as creating a Hospitality Resource Panel.. §         Two hours Free Parking in city owned garages and the Free College Street Shuttle were promoted and supported by BBA. §         BBA helped organize the Community Outreach (Downtown Streetwork) Program that provides mental health services at the street level under the leadership of Matt Young.   Member events, services & privileges: o       BBA sponsors interesting and educational monthly membership meetings. o       Members enjoy annual social events such as the Holiday Party, Summer Social and Annual Dinner in April. o       Members receive a quarterly newsletter, The Downtowner. o       Members save money and promote their businesses with MEMBER-TO-MEMBER DISCOUNTS, use of the BBA BULK RATE STAMP (save $150 per year annual fee!), FREE LINK to their website from the BBA website, and NEWSLETTER INSERTS for just $50 per page to over 350 influential people.

Membership Dues Join now and Save! The first year introductory rate for dues is just $150!* After the first year, the regular annual dues are very reasonable, based on annual sales. When you submit your application form we can calculate the dues and let you know how much they will be, or call 863-1175 (or e-mail) Kelly Devine, Executive Director, for a quote.  Click here to download an Application Form.  Thank you! * The first year membership rate is even lower for very small non-profits and sole-proprietorships - just $120.