1 City of Burbank
Committees and Coalitions
Descriptions and Liaison Roles
COUNCIL SUBCOMMITEES
Affordable Housing Advisory Committee: This subcommittee of the Council consists of two Council appointees and meets on an as needed b asis to review and advise on affordable housing efforts and City -sponsored programs and activities for the homeless.
The Community Development Director and Assistant Community Development Director of Housing serve as staff support to the subcommittee , as well as a member from the City Attorney’s Office.
Airport Ad Hoc Committee: This subcommittee of the Council meets with a subcommittee of the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority to report on issues of mutual concern.
It is customary for the Mayor and Vice Mayor to serve on the Airport Ad Hoc Committee.
The City Attorney, City Manager, and Community Development Director serve as staff support to the subcommittee, which meets on an as needed basis.
Audit Committee*: The primary purpose of the Audit Committee is to provide oversight of the financial reporting process, the audit process, the system of internal controls , and compliance with laws and regulations. The Audit Committee consists of two Council appointees and meets quarterly to review significant accounting and reporting issues and recent professional and regulatory pronouncements to understand the potential impact on financial statements. Support for this subcommittee includes the Financial Services Director, City Treasurer, City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Chief Financial Officer of Burbank Water and Power, as well as a member from the City Attorney’s Office.
Burbank Unified School District/City Council Committee: This subcommittee of the City Council meets with a subcommittee of the Burbank Unified School District (BUSD) Board of Education to report and review programs, resources, and issues of mutual concern. The committee is comprised of the BUSD Board President, Vice President, and Superintendent and Burbank Mayor, Vice Mayor, and City Manager. The Committee meets quarterly or as needed.
Economic Development Subcommittee: This subcommittee of the Council consists of two appointees and meets on an as needed basis to review economic development activities, programs, events, and campaigns and provide input on policies and projects that encourage job growth and development in Burbank . The subcommittee also receives updates on the City’s two Business Improvement Districts, the Downtown Burbank Property & Business Improvement District and the Burbank Hospitality Association’s Tourism Business Imp rovement District. Staff support for this subcommittee includes the City Manager and Community Development Director.
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2 Fiscal & Treasurer’s Review Group*: The purpose of the Fiscal & Treasurer’s Review Group, per the City’s Investment Policy, is to meet at least semi -annually to review the portfolio report that will be presented to City Council by the City Treasurer. The City Manager, Financial Services Dire ctor, and Chief Financial Officer of Burbank Water and Power are part of this group. Two Council appointees serve on this subcommittee.
Public Information Office Advisory Committee: This sub committee of the Council provides recommendations to staff on how to promote and project a positive and favorable image of the City via branding campaigns and marketing techniques. The subcommittee consists of two Council appointees and meets on an as needed basis. Staff support includes the Assistant City Manager as well as the Public Information Officer.
Racial Equity and Diversity Subcommittee *: This subcommittee of the Council was approved at the December 8, 2020 Council meeting to oversee and provide Council input on City initiatives to promote equality, inclusion, and diversity and ensure the City’s commitment to racial equity. The subcommittee is currently scheduled to meet on an as needed basis. Staff support includes the City Manager’s Office, Library Services, and Police Department, with the Assistant City Manager serving as lead staff support , as well as a member of the City Attorney’s Office.
EXTERNAL GOVERNMENTAL COMMITTEES
American Public Power Association Policy Makers Council: The American Public Power Association ( APPA) is the voice of not -for-profit, community -owned utilities that power 2,000 towns and cities nationwide. They represent public power before the federal government to protect the interests of the more than 49 million customers that public power utilities serve, and the 96,000 people they employ. The Association advocates and advises on electricity policy, technology, trends, training, and operations. The Policy Makers Council (PMC) assists APPA in promoting federal legislation that is important to public power utilities and opposing harmful legislation. The PMC is comprised of locally elected and appointed officials from public power communities acros s the country. The Legislative Analyst in Burbank Water and Power serves as the staff support.
Arroyo Verdugo Communities Subregion Joint Powers Authority (JPA)*: The Arroyo Verdugo Communities Subregion provides a forum for discussion on regional issues of mutual interest amongst the cities of Burbank, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, Pasadena, South Pasadena, and the unincorporated communities of Montrose/La Crescenta. The JPA meets six times a year, once per scheduled month, to consider regional programs and initiatives related to transportation and to program Metro Measure M transportation funding allocated to the subregion. The Arroyo Verdugo Communities Subregio n JPA is represented on the Metro Technical Advisory Committee, which makes transportation policy and funding recommendations to the Metro Board of Directors. Staff support for Council participation in this external committee includes the Community Development Director and Assistant Community Development Director of Transportation. Staff recommends Council appoint one member and an alternate to serve on the JPA.
3 Burbank Glendale Pasadena Regional Housing Trust Board of Directors *: The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust (BGPRHT) was formed as a result of SB 1177, authored by State Senator Anthony Portantino in 2022. The BGPRHT was created to fund housing to assist families with extremely low, very low, low, and moderate incomes and homeless individuals. The BGPRHT Board of Directors is comprised of one Council Member from Burbank, Pasadena, and Glendale. Staff support for this external committee is provided by the Community Development Director or representative. The group meets at least annually, but more often as needed.
Disaster Council *: The Disaster Council is responsible for the guidance of the City’s disaster preparedness, response and recovery efforts. Per Burbank Municipal Code (BMC) Section 5 -2-103, the Mayor serves as Chairman of the Disaster Council, which further consists of the City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and various City departments with response or recovery operations roles along with partner agency stakeholders such as the Burbank Hollywood Airport, Providence Saint Jose ph Medical Center, Burbank Unified School District, and American Red Cross. The Emergency Management Coordinator serves as staff support for the Disaster Council, which meets semi-annually or as needed.
Domestic Violence Task Force*: This external committee meets on an as needed basis and is composed of different stakeholders in the Burbank community that focus on providing services to victims of domestic violence. The task force provides an opportunity to identify existing gaps in service and collaborate on programs, resources, and e ducational opportunities to spread awareness and provide support to victims of domestic violence. The task force consists of two Council appointees, as well as the Assistant City Manager, Assistant City Attorney, and Assistant to the City Manager.
Cal Cities (Annual Statewide Voting Delegate): The City is a member of Cal Cities, an association of California city officials who advocate for the common interests of local jurisdictions in California and seek to influence State and Federal policy decisions that impact municipal governments. Cal Cities hosts a three-day Annual Conference which consists of breakout sessions, discussion forums, and keynote speeches on current issues cities face. The 2025 Cal Cities Conference is scheduled for October 8-10, 2025 at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California. An Annual Business Meeting takes place on the last day of the Conference during the General Assembly , where representatives from each member City vote on proposed conference resolutions. These resolutions serve as policy guidance for Cal Cities, and each City Council is encouraged to consider the proposed resolutions, determine a city position, and direct an appointed voting delegate to represent the City accordingly at the General Assembly. Traditionally, the Mayor has served in this capacity, with the Vice Mayor as an alternate. Should the Mayor and Vice Mayor not be in attendance, a present Council Member could step in as the voting delegate.
If more than two Council Members are present, the appointment would be based, first, on seniority in City Council or, second, on votes received in the election.
Cal Cities (L os Angeles Division): Cal Cities (Los Angeles Division) consists of 16 regional divisions led by a regional public affairs manager and serve as the grassroots advocacy core of Cal Cities. The City is a member of the Los Angeles County Division ,
4 which is made up of 86 member cities and provides a forum for cooperative advocacy on region-specific legislative and regulatory goals. Staff from the City Manager’s Office interface with the regional public affairs manager and other Cal Cities staff to represent the City’s interests and provide support to the Mayor, who traditionally represent s the City in monthly meetings of Cal Cities’ Los Angeles Division and serves as the City’s voting delegate at Division Budget and Nomination Committee meetings.
San Fernando Valley Council of Governments (S FVCOG)*: The SFVCOG is a joint powers authority of cities within the San Fernando Valley which meets quarterly to develop and implement subregional policies and plans for transportation and other issues that affect the region. The SFVCOG also conducts studies and projects designed to improve transportation systems and other governmental responsibilities of member cities. Council appoints one member and one alternate to the Council of Governments, and the Community Development Director and Assistant Community Development Director of Transportation serve as staff support for the City’s representation in SFVCOG.
San Fernando Valley Service Sector Governance Council (Metro) *: The Service Council meets every first Wednesday of the month to advise on Metro service and planning and implementation of bus service within the San Fernando Valley. The Service Council holds public hearings on proposed bus service changes and gives residents an opportunity to provide direct input on bus service issue s. Council appoints one representative to the Service Council. Members receive a stipend of $100 per meeting, for up to two meetings per month.
Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG)*: SCAG is a joint powers authority established as an association of local governments and agencies that voluntarily convene every 1 st Thursday of the month to address regional issues. Under federal law, SCAG is designated as a Metropolitan Planning Organization and is responsible for maintaining the region’s air quality compliance under the Clean Air Act. The agency develops long-range regional transportation plans including growth forecast components, regional transportation improvement programs, regional housing needs allocations (RHNA), and a portion of the South Coast Air Quality management plans. The City is part of SCAG Regional Council District 42 and generally alternates representation with the City of Glendale every two years. Council separately appoints a voting delegate for SCAG’s annual Regional Conference and General Assembly. Traditionally, the Mayor serves as the voting delegate, with the Vice Mayor as alternate. The Community Development Director and Assistant Community Development Director of Planning provide staff support for the City’s participation in SCAG.
Valley Economic Alliance (VEA): The VEA is a private, nonprofit economic development and marketing corporation that serves businesses in the five -city region of Burbank, Calabasas, Glendale, Los Angeles, and San Fernando. The organization seeks to elevate the economic vitality and stability of the region by promoting business, education, and outreach in collaboration with local governments. Council appoints two members to the Alliance’s Board of Directors, which meets every fourth Thursday of the month. The City Manager and the Community Development Director serve as staff support for the City’s
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INTERNAL LIAISONS
Board of Library Trustees*: This Board acts in an advisory capacity to the Council in all matters pertaining to the Burbank Public Librar y, including rules and regulation s for maintenance and improvements. Council appoints one member to serve as liaison to this Board, wh ose meetings take place every second Wednesday of the month and are coordinated by the Library Services Department.
Burbank Cultural Arts Commission *: As an advisory group, th is Commission make s policy and funding recommendations to the C ouncil on matters related to the implementation of the City’s Cultural Arts Plan to help engage the community by participating in various public education, outreach, and promotional activities related to cultural arts and other duties as requested by the Council. Parks and Recreation staff provide support for Commission meetings, which occur every 2 nd Thursday of the month.
Council appoints two members as liaisons to this Commission.
Infrastructure Oversight Board (IOB)*: The IOB oversees and makes recommendations to the Council regarding infrastructure in the City. The mission of the Board is, in part, to ensure the reliability, maintenance, and safety of the City’s infrastructure. The Public Works Department provides staff support to the IOB. Council appoints two liaisons, typically the Mayor and Vice Mayor, to the IOB, which meets every fourth Thursday of the month.
Parks and Recreation Board*: This Board serves in an advisory capacity to the Council in all matters pertaining to parks, open space and grounds of the City. They prepare and recommend, for adoption by the Council, rules and regulations for the use and improvement of the public parks, as well as the acquisition of park sites by the City. Council appoints one member as liaison to this Board. The Parks and Recreation Department helps coordinate meetings of the Parks Board, which occur every second Thursday of the month.
Planning Commission*: This commission consists of five members and is responsible for reviewing applications for discretionary projects, conducting public hearings on land use related matters, and serves as an advisory body to the City Council on certain land use issues. The Commission meets on the 2 nd and 4th Monday of the month. Council appoints one member to serve as liaisons to the Planning Commission.
Police Commission*: This Commission provides civilian oversight to advocate for best practices and law enforcement policies that benefit the Burbank community. The Commission monitors the Burbank Police Department to achieve and maintain a culture of respect and professionalism through accountability and transparency . The Commission meets monthly. Council appoints one member to serve as a liaison to the Police Commission, which is supported by staff from the Burbank Police Department.
Senior Citizen Board *: This Board works in an advisory capacity with the Parks and Recreation Department to identify and meet the recreational and human service needs of
6 aging adults in the Burbank community by offering programming in arts, technology, lifelong learning and fitness. The Board meets every fourth Wednesday of the month. Council appoints one member as a liaison to the Board.
Sustainable Burbank Commission *: The purpose of th is Commission is to advise and make recommendations to the Council on matters related to the implementation of the City’s Sustainability Action Plan and help engage the community by participating in various public education, outreach, and promotional activities related to environmental sustainability. The Public Works Department provides staff support to the Sustainable Burbank Commission.
Council appoints two members as liaisons to this Commission, which meets every third Monday of the month.
Transportation Commission*: The Transportation Commission shall serve as an advisory commission to make recommendations to the City Council on transportation planning issues including, but not limited to, the transportation element of the General Plan and its components; the expenditure of Proposition A funds, Proposition C funds, air quality funds and bonds, fees, loans and grants for the purpose of funding transportation improvements; transportation plans, policies and programs, such as pedestrian orientation, telecommuting, intermodal transportation centers and new technologies; and, to perform such advisory functions as are delegated to it by the provisions of this code or other action of the Council.
Youth Board*: This Board serves as an advisory board to make recommendations to City Council on matters of interest to youth in the community. The Board meets the first Wednesday of the month, generally during November through May. Council appoints one member as a liaison to the Youth Board.
EXTERNAL LIAISONS
Burbank Association of Realtors: The Burbank Association of Realtors is a professional trade association representing real estate agents and affiliate members engaged in real estate business. Council appoints two liaisons to meet with the Association, as requested, to update them on matters which might impact residential real estate in the City.
Burbank Chamber of Commerce: The Chamber works with the City and local businesses to strengthen and promote economic development and stimulate the local economy. The Chamber’s Board of Directors meets monthly, on the third Thursday of the month. Council appoints one liaison, traditionally the Mayor, to provide a brief update at the Chamber’s Board meetings on City events, programs, and policies that may impact the local business community.
Upper Los Angeles River & Tributaries Working Group : Assembly Bill 466 (AB 466) established, within the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy, the Upper Los Angeles River and Tributaries Working Group. The Working Group is charged with developing a revitalization plan for the Upper Los Angeles River, the tributaries of the Pacoima Wash, Tujunga Wash, and Verdugo Wash and any additional tributary waterway that the working group determines to be necessary. Working Group members shall prioritize planning efforts
7 that represent disadvantaged communities, while developing a revitalization plan that addresses the unique and diverse needs of these waterways and the communities through which they pass, including a master planning process with community engagement and outreach to disadvantaged communities.
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*Brown Act Compliance: Committees denoted with an asterisk follow Brown Act regulations. Non-appointed Council members and liaisons may attend meetings of these committees but may not partake in policy discussions.