Agenda packet — Brisbane City Council, August 6, 2025

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CITY of BRISBANE
Wednesday August 6th, 2025 at 2:30PM ● Hybrid Meeting
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Communications, Outreach & Engagement
Subcommittee Agenda
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SUBCOMMITTEE MEMBERS:

Mayor Pro-tem Mackin, Councilmember Kern

ROLL CALL
A. Consider any request of a City Councilmember to attend the meeting remotely under the “Emergency Circumstances” of AB 2449

PRESENTATIONS AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
B. Review of the Results of the City’s Communications Survey C. Provide Feedback on the Layout and Design of the Expanded STAR Newsletter D. Provide Feedback on the Color Proposal and Homepage Layout of the City’s New Website

PUBLIC COMMENT

ADJOURNMENT
2 File Attachments for Item:

B. Review of the Results of the City’s Communications Survey 3 Survey Results, STAR Newsletter, and New City Website

COMMUNICATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: August 6, 2025
From: Caroline Cheung, Assistant to the City Manager
Subject: Survey Results, STAR Newsletter, and New City Website Communications Survey
A Communications Survey was open for approximately 4 months, between January 28 – May 31, 2025. The Engage Brisbane platform was utilized for the survey, which saw a total of 109 responses. The purpose of the survey was to see how residents accessed City information, as well as educate them on the various tools available for them to engage with the City (e.g., My Brisbane and social media) and ways the City can stay connected with them once they’ve selfregistered (e.g., The Blast and SMC Alert). We also wanted to hear resident feedback on the City’s communication efforts. A summary of the survey responses is available in Attachment 1.

STAR Newsletter
The STAR Newsletter has been printed for all addresses (Every Door Direct Mail) in Brisbane since September 1986. It has always been a booklet format, with it being at one point printed in-house. Right now, it’s printed by FolgerGraphics, and is generally an 8-page booklet. The City Manager’s Office has decided to move to a 12-page issue to allow for more content for things such as: the work of City Commissions and Committees, additional City news, and a standing “Senior Corner”.

With the move to an expanded STAR, Communications staff, who currently lay out each issue, have been retooling the STAR’s formatting from what it’s been for the last year or so. The August STAR featured 3-column spacing for articles, employed a serif font, and saw an increase in line height and section spacing to allow for better readability and visual breathing room.

A total of four templates are provided in Attachment 2; the first two utilize the STAR’s current

8.5”x11” “booklet” style to show how the cover and calendar page appear now, and the second two utilize a “tabloid” style, which is 11”x17”, folded to 8.5”x11”, and feature the same cover story and calendar to show how they would appear if the STAR were to transition to this style.

Staff has budgeted for the STAR expanding to 12 pages, using the current coated paper stock and booklet style. If the Subcommittee wants to move to a tabloid-style format for the STAR, which is essentially also 12 pages worth of content, FolgerGraphics has quoted $2,925 for printing 2,750 pcs. on a non-coated paper stock, with 1 loose sheet in the middle. This comes out to being approximately $2,160 over the budgeted amount of $32,940. Staff has also begun looking into less expensive paper, e.g., newsprint, for printing the STAR on and have reached out to non-profits in the area, such as Greenbelt Alliance and JobTrain, to see where they print 4 B.

Survey Results, STAR Newsletter, and New City Website
their newsletters and can provide that information and cost details when received, if that’s the Subcommittee’s pleasure.

City Website
The City’s Website was last redesigned in April 2020, when Municode was selected as the City’s new website vendor. Municode was acquired by CivicPlus in 2021, where staff logged several instances surrounding Search, but it wasn’t until a major, back-end migration was completed by CivicPlus in August 2024, that we began seeing significant issues, such as downtime and Search not working on the site. We learned that Municode sites, such as ours, were located on a different Acquia server, separate from CivicPlus websites, which were hosted on Netsolus. It became known that other cities with Municode websites were experiencing similar issues, and that getting onto the Netsolus server would eliminate the issues we’d been experiencing. Staff had many meetings with CivicPlus to express our dissatisfaction with a letter and timeline of issues being sent to their Regional Enterprise Account Director in late April. By the time budget hearings commenced in June, staff had secured a heavily discounted package with CivicPlus in moving to an upgraded platform, which they call WebCentral Ultimate (see Attachment 3).

We have commenced initial “design discovery” meetings with our CivicPlus Project Manager, having viewed various WebCentral Ultimate sites and sharing initial feedback from the Subcommittee; they have prepared a homepage layout and color proposal, which we can go through together at the meeting.

CivicPlus regards Brisbane’s site as a high priority and had us originally on a very tight timeline in order to help us get a new website by September. However, we have reiterated that this will need to take longer to get right, and are currently shooting for a November launch. We would like the Subcommittee’s feedback at the August 6th meeting on the design so that we can meet a Layout and Color Proposal approval deadline of August 15. A Design Concept Summary meeting with CivicPlus is scheduled for Wednesday, August 20th at 1 PM if the Subcommittee would like to join, where they will present Brisbane’s design concept.

Attachments:

1. 2025 Communications Survey Results

2. STAR Newsletter Templates

3. CivicPlus Statement of Work
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Caroline Cheung, Assistant to the City Manager
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Communications Survey
Project: Take the City of Brisbane's Communications Survey Period: January 28, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Project manager: Caroline Cheung
Participants timeline
Total participants
109
Participation rate
39%
Respondents primarily use the communication channels provided by the City of Brisbane due to their convenience and the automatic delivery of information. They find these channels reliable and informative regarding local events and happenings. A significant trend is the avoidance of social media either due to the deletion of accounts or dissatisfaction with the reliability of platforms like Facebook. Habit also plays a role in the use of these channels, although one respondent mentioned never having seen 'the Blast' despite being inclined to read it.

Participants
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B.

Which communication channels do you primarily use to stay informed about City news and events? Select your top five (5):
108/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
The City’s monthly print publication, The STAR 67% (73 choices) The City Manager’s Weekly Update/aka “The
Blast”

50.5% (55
choices)
Residents of Brisbane Facebook group (not City
administered)

39.4% (43
choices)
The Chamber’s monthly print publication, The
Luminary

36.7% (40
choices)
City’s Electronic Signboards 24.8% (27 choices)
City’s Website (brisbaneca.org) 21.1% (23 choices)
Emergency text notifications/SMCAlert 21.1% (23 choices) City’s Facebook 20.2% (22 choices)
Library posting board 9.2% (10 choices)
City’s Instagram 9.2% (10 choices)
City’s YouTube 6.4% (7 choices)
Parks and Recreation’s digital Activity Guide 6.4% (7 choices) Public Meetings (i.e. City Council, Planning
Commission, OSEC, etc.)

5.5% (6
choices)
7 B.

Calling City staff 4.6% (5 choices)
Nextdoor 4.6% (5 choices)
Wednesday Senior Lunch 4.6% (5 choices)
Farmers’ Market tabling 4.6% (5 choices)
Mothers of Brisbane (MoB) Facebook group (not City
administered)

3.7% (4
choices)
The City’s other email lists, i.e. City Council Meeting Agendas

2.8% (3
choices)
Comcast Channel 27 2.8% (3 choices)
Flyers through the School Districts (BSD and
JUHSD)

1.8% (2
choices)
The City’s two-way communication platform, Engage
Brisbane (brisbaneca.org/engage)

0.9% (1
choice)
No answer 0.9% (1 choice)
City’s X (formerly known as Twitter) 0% (0 choices)
North County Fire Authority’s X 0% (0 choices)
8 B.

How satisfied are you with the current communication methods employed by the City?
109/109 - Linear scale - required

24.8%
1 - Ve...

25.7%
2 - Sa...

31.2%
3 - Ne...

12.8%
4 - Un...

5.5%
5 - Ve...
1 - Very Satisfied
2 - Satisfied
3 - Neutral
4 - Unsatisfied
5 - Very Unsatisfied
Several respondents expressed satisfaction with the City's communications, stating they are satisfied or that the City does a good job. However, a notable trend among unsatisfied respondents is frustration with the timing and format of communications: some want earlier delivery of the STAR newsletter, as events are sometimes outdated by the time it arrives. Preferences for communication channels vary, with some preferring paper or web pages and avoiding social media while another suggests creating a Facebook page. There is also a comment that hardcopy versions of the STAR may no longer be necessary. One respondent mentioned missing important updates (such as parking policy changes) despite the City's attempts to inform residents, indicating gaps in reach. Overall, feedback highlights mixed satisfaction, with key issues around timeliness, preferred formats, and effective reach.
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Which of the following types of information are you most interested in receiving from the City? (Check all that apply)
100/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
City/Community Events 73.4% (80 choices)
Public Safety Alerts & Emergency Notifications 69.7% (76 choices) Police Incidents of Interest 45.9% (50 choices)
Development Projects 45.9% (50 choices)
Traffic and Transportation Updates 41.3% (45 choices)
Parks and Recreation Program Updates 40.4% (44 choices) Public Infrastructure Projects 39.4% (43 choices)
City Council Agendas and Meeting Updates 35.8% (39 choices) Brisbane Library Programs 33.9% (37 choices)
Environmental Initiatives and Sustainability Efforts 33% (36 choices) Community Engagement Opportunities 25.7% (28 choices)
Public Safety Community Outreach and Education 22% (24 choices) Articles about Local History 22% (24 choices)
Public Art Updates 22% (24 choices)
10 B.

City Commission/Committee Agendas and Meeting
Updates

21.1% (23
choices)
Utility Billing Updates 21.1% (23 choices)
Local Artist Promotion 20.2% (22 choices)
Business/Economic Information 19.3% (21 choices)
Local Business Promotions 15.6% (17 choices)
Job Postings 11.9% (13 choices)
No answer 8.3% (9 choices)
Other 6.4% (7 choices)
11 B.

If you are subscribed to receive the City’s weekly e-newsletter, The Blast, how satisfied are you with the news and information provided in it? 109/109 - Multiple choice - choose one - required
I do not receive email notifications from the CIty 30.3% (33 choices) Satisfied 25.7% (28 choices)
Neutral 21.1% (23 choices)
Very Satisfied 19.3% (21 choices)
Unsatisfied 1.8% (2 choices)
Very Unsatisfied 1.8% (2 choices)
If you are not subscribed to the Blast, would you like to be added? 98/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
I am already subscribed 56% (61 choices)
Yes, I do want to be subscribed (please subscribe yourself at brisbaneca.org/subscribe or leave your email and we’ll add you)

20.2%
(22
choices)
No, I do not want to be subscribed 13.8% (15 choices)
No answer 10.1% (11 choices)
12 B.

Please select which of the City’s social media accounts you follow or are subscribed to. (Check all that apply)
65/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
No answer 40.4% (44 choices)
City’s Facebook page 38.5% (42 choices)
Brisbane Police Facebook 23.9% (26 choices)
Brisbane Parks and Rec Facebook 18.3% (20 choices)
Nextdoor 13.8% (15 choices)
City’s Instagram 11.9% (13 choices)
Brisbane Parks and Rec Instagram 9.2% (10 choices)
Brisbane Police Instagram 5.5% (6 choices)
City’s YouTube channel 4.6% (5 choices)
North County Fire Authority’s X 2.8% (3 choices)
City’s X (formerly known as Twitter) 0% (0 choices)
13 B.

Did you know the City’s My Brisbane (formerly GORequest) app and webform (via the webpage, brisbaneca.org/contact) allows residents and visitors to report location-specific concerns such as potholes, graffiti, or illegal dumping activity from their smartphone or computer. Do you have the My Brisbane app?
99/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
No, I didn’t know this app or webform existed 43.1% (47 choices) Yes, but I hardly use it 30.3% (33 choices)
Yes, I use it all the time 11% (12 choices)
No answer 9.2% (10 choices)
No, I don’t use it and don't plan to 8.3% (9 choices)
Are you signed up for SMC Alert so that you can receive emergency text/email notifications from the City and first responders?
109/109 - Multiple choice - choose one - required
Yes 70.6% (77 choices)
No 29.4% (32 choices)
Why aren't you signed up for SMC Alert?
31/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
No answer 71.6% (78 choices)
I didn't know about it 25.7% (28 choices)
I used to be signed up but unsubscribed 2.8% (3 choices) 14 B.

How do you want to be notified about construction affecting your street? 105/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
City’s Electronic Signboards 45.9% (50 choices)
City's Website 36.7% (40 choices)
City’s Facebook 34.9% (38 choices)
City’s Instagram 12.8% (14 choices)
Nextdoor 11.9% (13 choices)
No answer 3.7% (4 choices)
Other 36.7% (40 choices)
Respondents suggest a variety of improvements to the City of Brisbane's communication methods. A common theme is the need for more accessible formats, such as larger fonts and print communication for older residents not online. Some respondents appreciate the improvements to The Blast but find it too lengthy or too frequent with the addition of The Baby Blast. Suggestions include focusing on one or two key topics from city council meetings better website maintenance with improved information architecture and timely posting of important information. Respondents also desire more activities for seniors and consistent messaging across chosen channels. There is criticism that current communications are more PR-focused rather than informative, especially on contentious issues like zoning changes. Some respondents are content with the variety of communication methods already in place.
15 B.

Respondents emphasized the need for better communication and follow-through from the city, particularly regarding unresolved issues and accountability. Multiple comments highlighted frustrations with the lack of resolution for reported problems, especially in specific areas like the Ridge community. Some respondents criticized the city website for being difficult to navigate and having poor search functionality.

There were mixed opinions on communication channels. While some praised tools like the "My Brisbane" webform and the city's Facebook page others discouraged using platforms like the Residents of Brisbane Facebook group for official communication due to poor moderation. Suggestions included more timely event announcements in publications like the Star and Luminary and ensuring text is legible for all ages.

Some respondents called for less public relations spin and more transparency, including presenting diverse viewpoints. Others expressed appreciation for the city's efforts in communication overall and encouraged maintaining current methods like the signboard for reminders. A few thanked the city for seeking feedback or acknowledged positive aspects of current communication efforts.

Please state your age range.
103/109 - Multiple choice - choose many - optional
65-79 39.4% (43 choices)
50-64 25.7% (28 choices)
35-49 16.5% (18 choices)
No answer 5.5% (6 choices)
18-34 4.6% (5 choices)
80+ 4.6% (5 choices)
Prefer Not to Answer 3.7% (4 choices)
Under 18 0% (0 choices)
16 B.

11. Please state your affiliation with the City:
109/109 - Multiple choice - choose one - required
I am a resident 97.2% (106 choices)
I work in Brisbane 2.8% (3 choices)
I like visiting Brisbane 0% (0 choices)
How long have you lived in town?
106/109 - Multiple choice - choose one - required
10+ years 79.8% (87 choices)
2-5 years 6.4% (7 choices)
6-10 years 6.4% (7 choices)
Less than 2 years 4.6% (5 choices)
No answer 2.8% (3 choices)
Prefer not to answer 0% (0 choices)
17 B.

City of Brisbane Monthly Newsletter
August 2025 Volume 23, Issue 8
City Council Approves Purchases in the
Brisbane Acres for Habitat Conservation
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the Brisbane
City Council approved the purchase of
five properties in the Brisbane Acres for
the purposes of open space and habitat
conservation.

Over the past 20 years, the City has
acquired nearly 60 properties in this
area through purchases and donations,
often using federal and state grants.

The recent acquisition includes three
purchase agreements (for 4 parcels) and
one donation agreement, adding five
parcels to the City’s conservation efforts.

The City Council’s Resolution allows the
City Manager and/or the Mayor to sign
all necessary documents to transfer the
properties to the City of Brisbane and
record the deeds and a declaration of
restrictions with the County Recorder.

Acquisition of the parcels came from
funds received from the recent sale of
surplus property, namely the FritoLay property. This action not only protects valuable habitat but also allows
there to now be a contiguous swath of
properties, reunifying what shouldn’t be
disparate.

City Manager Jeremy Dennis
acknowledged the previous property
owners, saying “I want to thank them
for making this commitment to the City
and the City’s goals in preserving the
Mountain; with this partnership, we are
ensuring the conservation of lands that
can support rare and endangered species
in the Brisbane Acres.”
To learn more about the acquisition of
these five parcels in the Brisbane Acres,
visit brisbaneca.org/acres to access the
staff report from the 7/17 Joint City
Council & Brisbane Housing Authority
Meeting.
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Brisbane City Calendar – August 2025
The City’s Meals for Seniors Lunch Program offers drive-thru/walk-up on Mondays from 12 - 12:45 PM at the Senior Sunrise Room (2 Visitacion). In-person Senior Lunch is every Wednesday at 11:30 AM at the Community Center (250 Visitacion).

The Brisbane Farmers’ Market (brisbaneca.org/farmersmarket) takes place on Thursdays from 3 - 7 PM in the Community Park.

See brisbaneca.org/calendar for more information. Meeting Agendas may be viewed online at brisbaneca.org/meetings at least 24 hours prior to a Special Meeting, and at least 72 hours prior to a Regular Meeting.

Upcoming Council Meetings
Check brisbaneca.org/meetings for more details and to
review City Council meeting agendas as they are published. In the coming months, the City Council will discuss the following items:
• Volunteer activity expansion workshop for fall
• Fall - Impact Fees
• Fall - Fiscal and Budget Process Workshops
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Monday - Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Friday: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Have suggestions on content for the STAR? Contact the Editor at [email protected] or call (415) 508-2157
In case you missed the July Brisbane
Marina Newsletter, Harbormaster Rehberg
introduced their newest team member,
Natalia Hernandez, who had her first day on
July 14. She joins the Marina as their Admin.

Assistant, and will be the face of the Marina
in many regards! Please stop in the Marina
Office and feel free to introduce yourself to
her the next time you’re in the area.

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7 Brisbane Library
163 Visitacion Avenue
Brisbane, CA 94005
smcl.org
Brisbane Library Calendar – August 2025

EVENTS TO HIGHLIGHT
Tree Frog Treks Wild Science!
• Saturday, August 2 at 2 PM
For Kids: Get ready to bring science to
life—right in the heart of your library!
Registration: brisbaneca.org/smcl
Gem Painting & Drop-in Gem Painting at
the Library!
• Tuesday, August 5 at 5 PM
• 8/10, 8/24 at 12:30 PM, 8/19 at 5 PM
(Drop-in)
For Seniors & Adults, join gem painting.

New canvases will be distributed on the
first Tuesday of the month while supplies
last. Continue your project at Drop-In Gem
Painting. Registration: brisbaneca.org/smcl
Circus & Comedy!
• Saturday, August 9 at 2 PM
Coventry & Kaluza’s show is a thrilling
blend of juggling, acrobatics, music,
comedy, dog tricks, and more.

Malinky Music
• Tuesday, August 12 at 11 AM
Malinky Music offers joyful, bilingual
Spanish-English music & movement for
children ages 0-5.

Joan Sparks Photography: Creatures from
the Outback
• Friday, August 15 at 11 AM
Join wildlife photographer, Joan Sparks, on
a walk on the wild side, seeing animals that
are native to Australia.

STEPS Stories & Songs
• Saturday, August 16 at 2 PM
Join for an ASL storytelling experience
with Kei-Che, a BlackDeaf woman and
local educator for Deaf and Hard of
Hearing (DHH) children and families.

Paws For Tales
• Tuesday, August 26 at 3:30 PM
Sign your child up for a reading session
with a therapy dog. Registration:
brisbaneca.org/smcl
Computer Basics: Intro to Google Photos
• Saturday, August 30 at 10:30 AM
This introductory class on Google Photos
provides tools and knowledge to organize,
edit, and share photos effortlessly, perfect
for both beginners and those looking to
explore its features more deeply.

Discover more adventures for the Brisbane
Library at smcl.org!

RECURRING EVENTS
YMCA Community Resource Center at
the Library
• Mondays from 1 - 4 PM
YMCA Community Resource Center
caseworkers will be at the library to help
with various safety net services. Email
[email protected] for an appointment.

Tech Tutors
• Mondays at 12 PM, Wednesdays at 6
PM, & Thursdays at 6:30 PM
Tech Tutors offers one-on-one
appointments to troubleshoot your
technology issues. Book your session:
smcl.libcal.com/appointments/techtutors.

Yoga
• Mondays at 6:30 PM
Join Jacalyn White in this yoga workshop
for adults. Bring your own towel and mat.

Registration: brisbaneca.org/smcl
Toddler Storytime
• Tuesdays at 11 AM
Join for songs, stories, and movement
activities! This storytime is perfect for
children aged two to three and focuses on
parent/caregiver and child interactions.

Family Storytime
• Tuesdays at 11:30 AM
Join for an adventure with stories, songs,
and wiggles for all ages. At Stay and Play,
Little Explorers create, play, and learn with
their grown-ups.

Open Makerspace
• Tuesdays at 4 PM
Explore the technologies we have to offer
in the Makerspace!
Tai Chi
• Wednesdays at 6 PM
Learn about the Chen-style Taijiquan (Tai
Chi) form, Silk-reeling Exercises, and Wuji
Qigong.

Baby Bounce & Rhyme Time
• Thursdays at 11:30 AM
Bring your baby to weekly playtime to
stimulate development. Ideal for newborns
up to 18 months old.

Drop-In Sewing
• Thursdays at 2:30 PM
Complete your sewing project at the
library! We provide sewing machines and
materials; just bring your own fabric. This
program is for adults and teens familiar
with sewing machines.

In-Person English Conversation Club
• Thursdays at 6:15 PM
Practice your speaking skills with fluent
speakers and other English language
learners in a small group. For ages 18+.

Follow the City on Socials!
@brisbane94005 @brisbaneca
@cityofbrisbaneca @cityofbrisbaneca @brisbaneca
@brisbaneca
20 B.

City of Brisbane Monthly Newsletter
August 2025 Volume 23, Issue 8
City Council Approves Purchases in the
Brisbane Acres for Habitat Conservation
On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the
Brisbane City Council approved the
purchase of five properties in the
Brisbane Acres for the purposes of
open space and habitat conservation.

The Brisbane Acres, also known as
the Upper Acres, is a key area for
preservation under the City’s Open
Space Plan adopted in 2001. The
area is home to rare and endangered
butterflies and other unique plants and
animals. Over the past 20 years, the
City has acquired nearly 60 properties
in this area through purchases and
donations, often using federal and
state grants.

The recent acquisition includes three
purchase agreements (for 4 parcels)
and one donation agreement, adding
five parcels to the City’s conservation
efforts. The City Council’s Resolution
allows the City Manager and/or the
Mayor to sign all necessary documents
to transfer the properties to the City
of Brisbane and record the deeds and
a declaration of restrictions with the
County Recorder.

Acquisition of the parcels came from
funds received from the recent sale of
surplus property, namely the Frito-Lay
property. This action not only protects
valuable habitat but also allows there
to now be a contiguous swath of
properties, reunifying what shouldn’t
be disparate.

City Manager Jeremy Dennis
acknowledged the previous property
owners, saying “I want to thank them
for making this commitment to the
City and the City’s goals in preserving
the Mountain; with this partnership,
we are ensuring the conservation
of lands that can support rare and
endangered species in the Brisbane
Acres.”
To learn more about the acquisition
of these five parcels in the Brisbane
Acres, visit brisbaneca.org/acres to
access the staff report from the 7/17
Joint City Council & Brisbane Housing
Authority Meeting.

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The Brisbane Farmers’ Market (brisbaneca.org/farmersmarket) takes place on Thursdays from 3 - 7 PM in the Community Park.

Upcoming Council Meetings
Check brisbaneca.org/meetings for more details and to review City Council meeting agendas as they are published. In the coming months, the City Council will discuss the following items:
• Volunteer activity expansion workshop for fall
• Fall - Impact Fees
• Fall - Fiscal and Budget Process Workshops
• Late Fall - State of the City
• Winter - Festival of Lights
• Winter - Brisbane 101
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Brisbane Library
163 Visitacion Avenue
Brisbane, CA 94005
smcl.org
Brisbane Library Calendar – August 2025

Malinky Music
• Tuesday, August 12 at 11 AM
Malinky Music offers joyful, bilingual
Spanish-English music & movement for
children ages 0-5.

Joan Sparks Photography: Creatures from
the Outback
• Friday, August 15 at 11 AM
Join wildlife photographer, Joan Sparks, on
a walk on the wild side, seeing animals that
are native to Australia.

Discover more adventures for the Brisbane
Library at smcl.org!

Yoga
• Mondays at 6:30 PM
Join Jacalyn White in this yoga workshop
for adults. Bring your own towel and mat.

Family Storytime
• Tuesdays at 11:30 AM
Join for an adventure with stories, songs,
and wiggles for all ages. At Stay and Play,
Little Explorers create, play, and learn with
their grown-ups.

Baby Bounce & Rhyme Time
• Thursdays at 11:30 AM
Bring your baby to weekly playtime
to stimulate development. Ideal for
newborns up to 18 months old.

In-Person English Conversation Club
• Thursdays at 6:15 PM
Practice your speaking skills with fluent
speakers and other English language
learners in a small group. For ages 18+.

Registration: brisbaneca.org/smcl
Circus & Comedy!
• Saturday, August 9 at 2 PM
Coventry & Kaluza’s show is a thrilling
blend of juggling, acrobatics, music,
comedy, dog tricks, and more.

Malinky Music
• Tuesday, August 12 at 11 AM
Malinky Music offers joyful, bilingual
Spanish-English music & movement
for children ages 0-5.

Joan Sparks Photography: Creatures
from the Outback
• Friday, August 15 at 11 AM
Join wildlife photographer, Joan Sparks,
on a walk on the wild side, seeing
animals that are native to Australia.

Paws For Tales
• Tuesday, August 26 at 3:30 PM
Sign your child up for a reading session
with a therapy dog. Registration:
brisbaneca.org/smcl
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Brisbane City Council
August 6, 2025