NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Regular City Council Meeting will be held in the Council Chamber – 275 East Olive Avenue, Second Floor, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 4:00 p.m., to discuss matters on the attached agenda.
Members of the public have the option to participate in the meeting via in-person and/or telephonically for Closed Session, General Public Comment, Public Hearings, and Study Sessions. They may also submit their written comments regarding City business using the eComment feature on the City website.
Auxiliary aids and services are available for individuals with speech, vision, or hearing impairments (48-hour notice is required). For more information, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (818) 238-5051.
Interpretation Requests
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If you would like to participate in Public Comments and require an interpreter, please telephone the City Clerk's Office at (818) 238-5851 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting.
Si desea participar en los comentarios públicos y necesita un intérprete, por favor llame a la Oficina de la Secretaria Municipal al (818) 238-5851 al menos 48 horas antes de la reunión.
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Public Comment Options
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To speak during Closed Session Public Comment, General Public Comment, Public Hearing Public Comment, and Study Session Public Comment periods during the meeting, members of the public may speak in-person in the Council Chamber or call (818) 238-3335
. Speaker time limits will be determined by the Presiding Officer, depending on how many public comment cards are received and how many callers are in the queue at the commencement of each public comment period (as shown below).
Additional public comment cards and calls will not be accepted once the public comment period commences. 1 – 20 Total Speakers – 3 minutes each
21 – 39 Total Speakers – 2 minutes each
40+ Total Speakers – 1 minute each
The Reports to Council Public Comment periods are only accepted in person – public comment cards must be submitted before the public comment period begins for each report to Council. Speaker time limits will be determined by the Presiding Officer depending on how many public comment cards have been received at the commencement of each public comment period (as shown below).
Additional public comment cards will not be accepted once the public comment period commences. 1 – 20 Total Speakers – 3 minutes each
21 – 39 Total Speakers – 2 minutes each
40+ Total Speakers – 1 minute each
Written public comment may be submitted via eComment, available on the City website ( www.burbankca.gov/web/city-clerks-office/ecomment
) from the time the agenda is posted until 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting. eComments will be distributed to the City Council in advance of the meeting.
The Presiding Officer has the discretion to reduce speaking time for each speaker in order to ensure that City business can be completed at a reasonable hour.
Public Disclosure
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Please be advised that any communication submitted to the City of Burbank, its officials, staff or City consultants, may be considered a public record under the Brown Act and California Public Records Act. This means that any information contained in the communication, including personal information, may be subject to public disclosure. The City reserves the right to disclose such information in accordance with the law.
This agenda contains a summary of each item of business which the City Council may discuss or act on at this meeting. The agenda packet consisting of the staff reports and all other documentation relating to each item on this agenda will be posted on the City's website at www.burbankca.gov
. Any writings or documents provided to the City Council regarding any item on this agenda subsequent to distribution of the agenda packet will be posted on the City's website at www.burbankca.gov
. If you have a question about any matter on the agenda, please call the Office of the City Clerk at (818) 238-5851. The Council Chamber is disabled accessible. Auxiliary aids and services are available for individuals with speech, vision, or hearing impairments (48-hour notice is required). Please contact the ADA Coordinator at (818) 238-5051 with questions or concerns.
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Public Comment
: (On Closed Session and Study Session items only) To Comment, please telephone into the meeting at (818) 238-3335, or to speak in person a YELLOW
Public Comment Card must be completed and presented to the City Clerk prior to the comment period.
B.
Closed Session
in City Hall First Floor Conference Room
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1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
Pursuant to Govt. Code §54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority v. City of Burbank Case No.: 26STCP01904
Brief description and nature of case: CEQA and Breach of Contract
2. Threat to Public Services or Facilities
Pursuant to Govt. Code §54957(a)
Consultation with: Mandip Samra, General Manager; Kyle Wilson, Assistant General Manager, Operational Technology/Chief Technology Officer; Riad Sleiman, Chief Assistant General Manager
3. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Pursuant to Govt. Code §54956.8
Property: 303 N. Glenoaks Blvd.
Parties Whom Agency or City is Negotiating with: CBRE, representing the Owner, 303 N. Glenoaks Boulevard CA, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company City Negotiator: Simone McFarland, Assistant Community Development Director – Business & Economic Development; Kimberly Montes, Senior Administrative Analyst – Business & Economic Development Terms Under Negotiation: Terms under negotiation include, but are not limited to, terms of lease, rent, minimum space requirements, and parking.
C.
Study Session: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. – Council Chamber
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1. Discussion of the Draft Golden State Specific Plan Policy Document – Community Development Department Recommendation
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Provide input and/or policy direction on the draft Golden State Specific Plan (GSSP) Policy Document, specifically as it relates to its alignment with and support of the GSSP vision, guiding principles, goals, and policies.
Attachments
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SR - Golden State Specific Plan
Att1 - Draft Plan
Att2 - Project Schedule
PowerPoint Presentation
D.
Call to Order
: 6:00 p.m.
E.
Moment of Reflection
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F.
Flag Salute
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G.
Roll Call
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H.
Announcements
: (The Mayor will make announcements on various topics in addition to any listed) I.
Council Presentations/Recognitions
: (The Mayor will make presentations to various groups/persons)
1. Presentation of a Certification of Recognition to the Burbank Adult School Retail Pharmacy Training Program – City Council
2. Presentation of a Proclamation Declaring July 2026 as “National Parks and Recreation Month” in the City of Burbank – City Council J.
City Manager Report
: (Updates on Notable Events, if any)
K.
Reporting on Closed Session
: (The City Attorney will report the Closed Session items and report out actions taken) L.
General Public Comment
: (On any matter concerning City business and/or any agenda items.) To Comment, please telephone into the meeting at (818) 238-3335 or to speak in person, a YELLOW
Public Comment Card must be completed and presented to the City Clerk prior to the comment period.
M.
Council, City Manager, and/or City Attorney Comment
: (Responses to General Public Comment, if any, shall be brief and in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act) N.
Consent Calendar
: (Items on the Consent Calendar are generally routine matters and should be adopted by one motion without an oral report)
1. Council Minutes – City Clerk's Office
Recommendation
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Approve the City Council Minutes of the Joint Meeting of June 30, 2026, and the Dark Meetings of July 7 and July 14, 2026.
MOTION: Approved 5-0
Attachments
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Council Minutes
Dark Meeting Minutes 7-7
Dark Meeting Minutes 7-14
26-29,728 Approving Cooperative Agreement with Wyatt Trapp, Inc..pdf
2. Adoption of an Ordinance Amending and Restating Article 3 of Chapter 2 of Title 8 of the Burbank Municipal Code, Relating to the Sustainable Water Use Practices, and Finding of a CEQA Exemption (14 CCR 15061, 15301, 15305, 15307, 15308) – Burbank Water and Power Department Recommendation
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Adopt AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING AND RESTATING TITLE 8, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 3 (SUSTAINABLE WATER USE ORDINANCE) OF THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE.
MOTION: Adopted 5-0
Attachments
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SR - Sustainable Water Use
Att1 - Ordinance
Ordinance No. 26-4,041
3. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Ten-Year Lease Agreement, with Two Ten-Year Options to Extend, with Family Service Agency of Burbank for the Property Located at 2721 W. Burbank Boulevard (APN 2438-001-900) – Community Development Department Recommendation
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Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING A TEN-YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT, WITH TWO TEN-YEAR OPTIONS TO EXTEND, WITH FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF BURBANK (FSA) FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2721 W. BURBANK BOULEVARD: APN 2438-001-900.
MOTION: Adopted 4-0 (Perez, abstain)
Attachments
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SR - FSA Lease Agreement
Att1 - Resolution
Att2 - Lease Agreement
Resolution No. 26-29,723
4. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Subaward Amendment with the Los Angeles County Aging and Disabilities Department, to Accept Subaward Funds in the Amount of $976,937 to Support the City of Burbank’s Supplemental Nutrition Programs and Supportive Services, Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Subaward Amendment, and Amend the Adopted Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget by Appropriating Funds – Parks and Recreation Department Recommendation
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Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A SUBAWARD AMENDMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY AGING AND DISABILITIES DEPARTMENT, TO ACCEPT SUBAWARD FUNDS TO SUPPORT THE CITY OF BURBANK’S SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION PROGRAMS AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES, AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SUBAWARD AMENDMENT, AND AMEND THE ADOPTED FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS.
MOTION: Adopted 5-0
Attachments
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SR - LACADD Subaward Amendment
Att1 - Resolution
Att2 - Subaward Letter
Att3 - Amendment Four
Resolution No. 26-29,724
5. Approval and Adoption of the Burbank Water and Power Physical Security Plan for the California Public Utilities Commission’s Decision 19-01-018 – Burbank Water and Power Department Recommendation
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Approve and adopt the Burbank Water and Power Physical Security Plan, in collaboration with the California Municipal Utilities Association, as it applies to the definitions, plans, and standards set forth by the California Public Utilities Commission’s Decision 19-01-018, and approve implementation of the mitigating measures and expenditures.
MOTION: Approved and Adopted 5-0
Attachments
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SR - Physical Security Plan
Att1 - Physical Security Plan
6. Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Southern California Association of Governments and the City of Burbank for a Sustainable Communities Program Active Transportation and Safety Project Grant in the Amount of $900,000 for the Safer Downtown Burbank Mobility Network Improvement Project – Community Development Department Recommendation
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Find the Safer Downtown Burbank Mobility Network Improvement Project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) (Class 1 - Existing Facilities); Approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Southern California Association of Governments and the City of Burbank for a Sustainable Communities Program Active Transportation and Safety Project Grant; and Authorize the City Manager or his Designee to execute the MOU and any other ancillary documents, including amendments, in form and substance satisfactory to the City Attorney’s Office and accept the grant funds.
MOTION: Found, Approved and Authorized 5-0
Attachments
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SR - SCAG Grant
Att1 - SCAG MOU
Att2 - Project Concept Map
7. Approval of the City of Burbank Tournament of Roses 2027 Float Rendering – Parks and Recreation Department Recommendation
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Approve the Burbank Tournament of Roses 2027 float rendering.
MOTION: Approved 5-0
Attachments
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SR - BTORA Float Rendering
Att1 - Proposed Float Entry
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Reports to Council
: (Items listed under this section will have an oral report provided)
1. Appointment to Fill Vacancies on Various City of Burbank Boards, Commissions, and Committees – City Clerk's Office Recommendation
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Make appointments to the following City of Burbank Boards and Commissions (in random draw order):
Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals (3 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms) Burbank Water and Power Board (4 Vacancies: Three 4-Year Terms and One Unexpired Term) Community Development Block Grant Committee (2 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms) Board of Library Trustees (4 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms)
Senior Citizen Board (4 Vacancies: Three 4-Year Terms and One Unexpired Term) Heritage Commission (3 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms)
Infrastructure Oversight Board (1 Vacancy, One Unexpired Term) Art in Public Places Committee (3 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms) Civil Service Board (3 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms)
Landlord Tenant Commission (3 Vacancies, 4-Year Terms)
Public Comment
: To speak in person, a
YELLOW
Public Comment Card must be completed and presented to the City Clerk prior to the comment period.
Council Action
: Made A
ppointments 5-0
Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals
(3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Member
Term
William Ballas
July 31, 2030
Victor Taracena
July 31, 2030
Christopher Castro
July 31, 2030
Burbank Water and Power Board
(4 Vacancies:3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term; 1 Vacancy, Unexpired Term Ending 2028) Member
Term
William Luddy
July 31, 2030
Christopher Malotte
July 31, 2030
Timothy Cherry
July 31, 2030
Robert Nielsen
July 31, 2028
Community Development Goals Committee
(2 Vacancies; 4-Year Term)
Member
Term
Hasmik Vrtanesyan
July 31, 2030
Robin Savoian
July 31, 2030
Board of Library Trustees
(4 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Member
Term
Melanie Renfroe
July 31, 2030
Bryan Snodgrass
July 31, 2030
Emily Weisberg
July 31, 2030
Carmenita Helligar
July 31, 2030
Senior Citizen Board
(4 Vacancies: 3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term; 1 Vacancy, Unexpired Term Ending 2028) Member
Term
Shelby Grimm
July 31, 2030
Jodi Alexander
July 31, 2030
Dianna Encarnacion
July 31, 2030
Gloria Salas
July 31, 2028
Heritage Commission
(3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Commissioner
Term
Laura Strobl
July 31, 2030
Corey Mensing
July 31, 2030
Zach Martin
July 31, 2030
Infrastructure Oversight Board
(1 Vacancy;1 Unexpired Term ending July 31, 2029)
Member
Term
James Correa
July 31, 2029
Art in Public Places Committee
(3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Member
Term
Jean Marinelli
July 31, 2030
Lermont Khachikyan
July 31, 2030
Monica Caram
July 31, 2030
Civil Service Board
(3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Member
Term
Matthew Doyle
July 31, 2030
Linda Barnes
July 31, 2030
Alexander Keledjian
July 31, 2030
Landlord-Tenant Commission
(3 Vacancies, 4-Year Term)
Commissioner
Term
Anne Nahabedian
July 31, 2030
Louise Gill
July 31, 2030
Cameron Rodriguez
July 31, 2030
Attachments
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SR - July Vacancies
Att1 - Random Draw Order
Att2 - Applications and Resumes
Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals
Burbank Water and Power Board
Burbank Water and Power Board - Unexpired Term
Community Development Block Grant Committee
Board of Library Trustees
Senior Citizen Board
Senior Citizen Board - Unexpired Term
Heritage Commission
Infrastructure Oversight Board
Art in Public Places Committee
Civil Service Board
Landlord-Tenant Commission
Att3 - Summary of BCCs
Att4 - BMC Sections
2. Adoption of a Resolution Calling an Election on a Charter Amendment to Permit City’s Electoral System to Be Changed by Ordinance; Adoption of a Resolution Calling an Election on an Ordinance for District-Based Elections for Burbank City Council Members Using Map 130; and Adoption of a Resolution Requesting Consolidation of the Election on the Charter Amendment and the Election on the Ordinance for District-based Elections Using Map 130 with the Statewide General Election to be Held on November 3, 2026 – City Attorney's Office Recommendation
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Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK CALLING FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A CHARTER AMENDMENT MEASURE ON THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT FOR THE SUBMISSION TO QUALIFIED VOTERS PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENTS THAT WOULD REMOVE THE REQUIREMENT FOR AT-LARGE ELECTIONS OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS AND PERMIT THE CITY’S ELECTORAL SYSTEM TO BE SPECIFIED BY ORDINANCE; DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS; AND SETTING RULES AND DEADLINES FOR ARGUMENTS AND REBUTTALS FOR AND AGAINST THE MEASURE.
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK CALLING FOR THE PLACEMENT OF A MEASURE ON THE NOVEMBER 3, 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION BALLOT FOR THE SUBMISSION TO QUALIFIED VOTERS A PROPOSED ORDINANCE THAT WOULD CHANGE THE CITY’S ELECTORAL SYSTEM FROM AT-LARGE TO BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS WITH RESPECT TO ELECTING CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS, ESTABLISHING DISTRICT BOUNDARIES BY ADOPTING MAP 130, AND SCHEDULING ELECTIONS WITHIN THE DISTRICTS; DIRECTING THE CITY ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN IMPARTIAL ANALYSIS; AND SETTING RULES AND DEADLINES FOR ARGUMENTS AND REBUTTALS FOR AND AGAINST THE MEASURE.
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ORDER THE CONSOLIDATION OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026 WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES THE SAME DAY INCLUDING CHARTER AMENDMENT AND ORDINANCE FOR BY-DISTRICT ELECTIONS MEASURES; TO AUTHORIZE THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CANVASS THE RETURNS OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION; AND TO REQUEST THAT THE REGISTRAR-RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF SAID COUNTY BE PERMITTED TO RENDER FULL SERVICES TO THE CITY OF BURBANK RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF SAID GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE SECTIONS 10403 AND 10418.
Authorize the City Council to create a Subcommittee consisting of the Mayor and Vice Mayor to prepare an argument in favor or against each measure, and if necessary, submit a Rebuttal.
Public Comment
: To speak in person, a
YELLOW
Public Comment Card must be completed and presented to the City Clerk prior to the comment period.
Council Action
: Adopted and Authorized 5-0
Attachments
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SR - Election Measures
Att1 - Resolution - Charter Amendment
Att2 - Resolution - Electoral System
Att3 - Resolution - Election Consolidation
PowerPoint Presentation
Resolution No. 26-29,725
Resolution No. 26-29,726
Resolution No. 26-29,727
3. Appointment of a City Council Member to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority San Fernando Valley Service Council for a Three-Year Term – City Manager's Office Recommendation
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Appoint a member of the City Council to the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority San Fernando Valley Service Council for a three-year term of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2029.
Public Comment
: To speak in person, a
YELLOW
Public Comment Card must be completed and presented to the City Clerk prior to the comment period.
Council Action
: Appointed Council Member Rizzotti 5-0
Attachments
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SR - Metro Service Council Appointment
Att1 - Council Rotation Schedule
P.
Council Comments
: (Including reporting on Council committee assignments, attendance at conferences, regional meetings, and community events) Q.
Consideration of Previously Introduced Additional Agenda Items : (Council Members may briefly discuss future agenda item requests)
1. Council Member Anthony’s request for a letter of support for Assembly Bill 736 (Wicks) regarding limitations on transfer taxes. (June 30, 2026) R.
Introduction of Additional Agenda Items
: (Council Members may request future agenda items)
S.
Adjournment
: To Tuesday, July 28, 2026 for a Regular Meeting in the Council Chamber –
275 East Olive Avenue, Second Floor.