1 CITY OF BURBANK
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JOINT MEETING WITH THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025
Call to Order:
A Closed Session Meeting of the City Council of the City of Burbank was held in the Council Chamber, 275 East Olive Avenue, on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 4:02 p.m. by Vice Mayor Takahashi.
Present: Council Member(s) Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Vice Mayor Takahashi, and Mayor Perez
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Hess, City Attorney McDougall, and City Clerk Clark Mayor Perez arrived at 4:04 p.m.
Closed Session and Study Session Public Comment:
There being no response to the Mayor's invitation for Public Comment on Closed Session and Study Session matters, the City Council recessed at this time to the City Hall First Floor Conference Room to hold a Closed Session on the following:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation a. Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Govt. Code §§ 54956.9(d)(2),(e)(2) City as Potential Defendant
b. Number of potential case(s): 1; Dalar Khachaturyans-Aghani (Claimant) Personal Injury - Auto Accident
2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
a. Pursuant to Govt. Code §54956.9(d)(1)
b. Case Name Unspecified: Unspecified employment matter, the disclosure of which would jeopardize existing settlement negotiations.
3. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
a. Pursuant to Govt. Code §54956.8
b. Property: 110 W. Olive, Burbank, CA 91502 APNs: 2451-007-014, 2451-007- 020, 2451-007-026
c. Parties Whom Agency or City is Negotiating with: BCH Enterprises, 110 LLC, a California Limited Liability, 110 W. Olive, Burbank, CA; Brett Warner, Lee & Associates - 15250 Ventura Blvd., Suite 100, Sherman Oaks, CA d. City Negotiator: Simone McFarland, Assistant Community Development Director - Business & Economic Development
e. Terms Under Negotiation: Potential real estate purchase.
The meeting reconvened in Study Session at 5:13 p.m. with all Council Members present.
2 Study Session:
1. Update on Wayfinding Kiosk Pilot Program
Courtney Padgett, Assistant City Manager, presented the PowerPoint presentation and responded to Council inquiries. Riad Sleiman, Chief Assistant General Manager - Burbank Water and Power; Clay Collett, IKE Smart City; and Aaron Green, Afriat Consulting Group, also responded to City Council inquiries.
Ray Johal, Senior Assistant City Attorney, was also available for Council inquiries.
The City Council Meeting recessed at 5:49 p.m. and reconvened at 6:06 p.m.
Call to Order:
A Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Housing Authority of the City of Burbank was held in the Council Chamber, 275 East Olive Avenue, on the above date. The meeting was called to order at 6:06 p.m. by Mayor Perez.
Moment of Reflection:
Mayor Perez held a Moment of Reflection to begin the meeting with positive and collective support for our beloved community.
Flag Salute:
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Perez.
Roll Call:
Present: Council Member(s) Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Vice Mayor Takahashi, and Mayor Perez
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Hess, City Attorney McDougall, and City Clerk Clark Mayor Perez indicated there would be four (4) periods of Public Comment at this evening's meeting and those who wish to participate in the General Public Comment and Public Hearing Public Comment periods may call in at (818) 238-3335. The Reports to Council Public Comment period will only be taken in person.
Memorial Adjournment
Mayor Perez announced that tonight Council will adjourn in memory of Sal Moreno, longtime community activist and World War II veteran.
Announcements:
Mayor Perez displayed a PowerPoint presentation announcing the following: (1) New Central Library and Public Plaza Project Workshop; (2) Spark of Love Toy Drive; (3) Burbank Passport Services; (4) YMCA Food Distribution; and (5) Burbank Temporary Aid Center Additional Day of Service.
3 Council Presentations/Recognitions:
1. Presentation of a Certificate of Recognition to the Magnolia Park Merchants Association for Their Outstanding Contribution to Holiday in the Park Mayor Perez presented a Certificate of Recognition to the Magnolia Park Merchants Association for their outstanding contribution to Holiday in the Park and introduced Ross Benson and Jeff Ferguson, Magnolia Park Merchants Association Board, who made remarks.
City Manager Report:
City Manager Hess introduced Rafael Quintero, Burbank Chief, who provided an update on the Flock camera system.
Reporting on Closed Session:
City Attorney McDougall reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding the agendized Closed Session items and City Council took no reportable action.
Joint General Public Comment:
Appearing to comment were: Sunshine McWane, Ron Bax, Armand Matevosian, Mike Stage, John Van Nest, Caroline Solberg, Kit, Ashley Ramsey, David Donahue, Jean Kang, Terri Freedman, Meghan B., Dan K., Jo Pimienta, and Jomo.
Calling in to comment were: Katie Hood, Sadako Leong Suzuki, and Kyle Anderson.
Council, City Manager, and/or City Attorney Comment:
Council Members and Staff responded to Public Comment.
Consent Calendar:
It was moved by Council Member Mullins, seconded by Mayor Perez, to approve the Consent Calendar. The motion carried 5-0 with the following roll call vote: AYES:
Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Takahashi, and Perez. NOES: None.
1. City Council Minutes
Approve the City Council Minutes of the Special Meeting of November 6, 2025; the Regular Meeting of November 25, 2025; and the Dark Meeting of December 2, 2025.
2. Housing Authority Minutes
Approve the Housing Authority Minutes of the Joint Meeting of September 30, 2025.
3. Adoption of a Resolution Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Adopted Budget to Accept and Appropriate $83,663 in Funding for the Administration of the Foster Youth to Independence Initiative (with Housing Authority) RESOLUTION NO. H-25-275
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF 4 BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2025-26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE $83,663 IN FUNDING FOR THE
ADMINISTRATION OF THE FOSTER YOUTH TO INDEPENDENCE
INITIATIVE.
4. Approval of the Housing Successor Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (with Housing Authority)
Approve the Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 Housing Successor Annual Report.
5. Approval of an Amendment to the 2009 Promissory Note with the Burbank Housing Corporation for the Keeler Elliott Habitat Project: 1902 Keeler Street, Burbank, California (with Housing Authority)
Approve an amendment to the terms of a 2009 Promissory Note with the Burbank Housing Corporation for the Keeler Elliott Habitat Project, located at 1902 Keeler Street, Burbank, California, and determine the project to be exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
6. Adoption of a Resolution Approving and Authorizing the General Manager of Burbank Water and Power to Enter into Electrical Services Agreements with Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Customers to Assist with Service Requirements, System Upgrades, Cost Reimbursement, and Other Conditions Related to the Provision of Electric Service
RESOLUTION NO. 25,29,673
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK TO
AUTHORIZE THE GENERAL MANAGER OF BURBANK WATER AND POWER
TO ENTER INTO ELECTRICAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH
CUSTOMERS.
Public Hearing:
1. Introduction of an Ordinance Amending the Burbank Municipal Code, Title 10, Chapter 1 (Zoning) to Establish School-Trade/Vocational as a New Use Along With Related Regulations, Allow the Use in M-1 (Limited Industrial) and M-2 (General Industrial) Zones, and Clarify the Permissibility of the Use in Other Non- Residential Zones
The Public Hearing was opened at 7:52 p.m. There were no Conflict-of-Interest disclosures. Assistant City Clerk Thai affirmed receipt of Proof of Publication; confirmed that there was a complete file of exhibits, correspondence including emails and other documents, and that no written correspondence was received.
Mayor Perez left the dais at 7:54 p.m.
Vanessa Quiroz, Senior Planner, presented the report and responded to City Council inquiries. Scott Plambaeck, Planning Manager, and Fred Ramirez, Assistant Community Development Director - Transportation & Planning, also 5 responded to City Council inquiries.
Public Hearing Public Comment:
Appearing to comment was: Levon Isounts.
Calling in to comment was: None.
Mayor Perez returned to the dais at 8:09 p.m.
The Public Hearing was closed at 8:18 p.m.
Council Action:
It was moved by Council Member Rizzotti, seconded by Council Member Anthony, to:
Introduce AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL
CODE TO ESTABLISH SCHOOL-TRADE/VOCATIONAL AS A NEW USE
ALONG WITH RELATED REGULATIONS, ALLOW THE USE IN M-1 (LIMITED INDUSTRIAL) AND M-2 (GENERAL INDUSTRIAL) ZONES, AND CLARIFY THE PERMISSIBILITY OF THE USE IN OTHER NON-RESIDENTIAL ZONES. (PROJECT NO. 25-0004932, ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT).
The motion carried 5-0 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Takahashi, and Perez. NOES: None.
Reports to Council:
1. Introduction of an Ordinance Establishing Article 10 Use of Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Prohibited in Chapter 1 Health, Title 4 Health and Sanitation of the Burbank Municipal Code and Amending Section 214 Restrictions on Leaf Blower Operation in Chapter 3, Title 9 of the Burbank Municipal Code Katie Picha, Administrative Officer - Community Development Department, presented the report and responded to City Council inquiries. Michael Del Campo, Assistant Parks and Recreation Director, also responded to City Council inquiries. Juan Carlos Murillo, Senior Code Compliance Inspector, was also available for City Council inquiries.
Public Comment:
Appearing to comment was: None.
Council Action:
It was moved by Vice Mayor Takahashi, seconded by Mayor Perez, to:
Introduce AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK ESTABLISHING ARTICLE 10 USE OF GAS-POWERED LEAF BLOWERS PROHIBITED IN CHAPTER 1 HEALTH, TITLE 4 HEALTH AND SANITATION OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE AND AMENDING SECTION 214
6 RESTRICTIONS ON LEAF BLOWER OPERATION IN CHAPTER 3, TITLE 9 OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE.
The motion carried 5-0 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Takahashi, and Perez. NOES: None.
2. Introduction of an Ordinance Establishing Title 7, Chapter 3, Article 11 and Amending Section 1002, Title 10, Chapter 1, Article 10 of the Burbank Municipal Code to Allow the Implementation of Wayfinding Kiosks in the Public Right of Way
Courtney Padgett, Assistant City Manager, presented the PowerPoint presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. Ray Johal, Senior Assistant City Attorney; Joseph McDougall, City Attorney; Aaron Green, Afriat Consulting Group; and Clay Collett, IKE Smart City, also responded to City Council inquiries.
Public Comment:
Appearing to comment was: None.
Council Action:
It was moved by Council Member Mullins, seconded by Council Member Anthony, as amended, to:
Introduce AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK ESTABLISHING ARTICLE 11, WAYFINDING KIOSKS, IN CHAPTER 3, TITLE 7 OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE, AMENDING SECTION 1002 SIGNS AND ADVERTISING STRUCTURE REGULATIONS, OF ARTICLE 10,
CHAPTER 1, TITLE 10 OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE, AND FINDING
OF A CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES
SECTIONS 15301(C) (CLASS 1), 15303 (CLASS 3), 15304 (CLASS 4), and 15305 (CLASS 5).
The motion carried 5-0 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Mullins, Rizzotti, Takahashi, and Perez. NOES: None.
Council Comments:
Council Members reported out on Council committee assignments and attendance at conferences, regional meetings, and community events.
Introduction of Additional Agenda Items:
Council Member Anthony requested a first step report on the feasibility of commencing litigation to stop any acquisition of Warner Bros. Studios, on the basis of, but not limited to, anti-trust violations.
7 Adjournment:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:26 p.m. in memory of Sal Moreno, longtime community activist and World War II veteran, to Monday, December 15, 2025, for a City Council Reorganization Meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the Council Chamber - 275 East Olive Avenue, Second Floor. __________________________
Tamala Takahashi
Mayor
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Kimberley Clark
City Clerk
APPROVED DATE: December 16, 2025
s/Kimberley Clark
s/Tamala Takahashi