1 CITY OF BURBANK
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JOINT MEETING WITH THE HOUSING AUTHORITY
AND PARKING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026
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 5:03 p.m. by Mayor Takahashi.
Closed Session Public Comment:
There being no response to the Mayor's invitation for Public Comment on Closed 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 – Existing Litigation
a. Pursuant to Govt. Code §54956.9(d)(1)
b. Name of Case: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority v.
City of Burbank
c. Case No.: 26STCP01904
d. Brief description and nature of case: CEQA and Breach of Contract Call to Order:
A Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Housing Authority and the Parking 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 6:05 p.m. by Mayor Takahashi.
Moment of Reflection:
Mayor Takahashi 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 Takahashi.
Roll Call:
Present: Council Member(s) Anthony, Perez, Rizzotti, Vice Mayor Mullins, and Mayor Takahashi
Absent: None
Also Present: City Attorney McDougall, City Manager Hess, and City Clerk Clark Mayor Takahashi indicated there would be four (4) periods of Public Comment at this evening's meeting and those who wish to participate in the public comment periods may join via Zoom or call in at (818) 238-3335. Members of the public may comment in person or remotely for all public comment periods.
2 Announcements:
Mayor Takahashi displayed a PowerPoint presentation announcing the following: (1) Downtown Transit-Oriented Development Open Houses; (2) Clear the Shelters Pet Adoption Campaign; (3) Earthquake Multi-Unit Retrofit Program; and (4) eComment.
Council Presentations/Recognitions:
1. Presentation of a Proclamation Declaring August 26, 2026, as "Women’s Equality Day" in the City of Burbank
Mayor Takahashi presented a proclamation declaring August 26, 2026, as "Women's Equality Day" in the City of Burbank and welcomed Britt Vaughan and Janet Diel, who made remarks.
City Manager Report:
City Manager Hess indicated there were no items to report.
Reporting on Closed Session:
City Attorney McDougall reported that the City Council met in Closed Session regarding the agendized Closed Session item and City Council took no reportable action.
Joint General Public Comment:
Appearing to comment were: Eddy Polon, Mark Scroggs, Gerry Flores, Ron Bax, Diana Pulver, Mike Van Gorder, Kristen Gish, Britta Romanov, Thom Davis, John Lehman, Tobey Bays, Carole Nolls, Andrea Padilla, Louie Meza, Rachel Hobbs, Jo Pimienta, Maxine, Jorge Negrete, Valerie Taylor, Janet Diel, Gloria Salas, Cameron Tennyson, David James Henry, Dan Kleiman, Corey Mensing, JoMo, and Emily Hunter.
One (1) speaker commented remotely.
Antonio Mendez submitted a comment card but did not wish to speak.
Council, City Manager, and/or City Attorney Comment:
Council Members and Staff responded to Public Comment.
Consent Calendar:
It was moved by Council Member Anthony, seconded by Vice Mayor Mullins, to approve the Consent Calendar. For Item Nos. 1–5 and 8–10, the motion carried 5-0 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Perez, Rizzotti, Mullins, and Takahashi. NOES:
None. For Item Nos. 6 and 7, the motion carried 4-0-1 with the following roll call vote:
AYES: Perez, Rizzotti, Mullins, and Takahashi. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: Anthony.
1. Council Minutes
Approve the City Council Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 11, 2026, and the Dark Meeting of August 18, 2026.
2. Housing Authority Minutes
Approve the Housing Authority Minutes of the Joint Meeting of June 16, 2026. 3 3. Parking Authority Minutes
Approve the Parking Authority Minutes of the Joint Meeting of June 30, 2026.
4. Adoption of Resolutions Continuing Appropriations from Fiscal Year 2025-26 to Fiscal Year 2026-27 (with Housing Authority and Parking Authority)
1. RESOLUTION NO. 26-29,733
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR THE
PURPOSE OF CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FISCAL YEAR
2025-2026.
2. RESOLUTION NO. H-26-284
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR
THE PURPOSE OF CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026.
3. RESOLUTION NO. P-26-131
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE PARKING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 BUDGET FOR
THE PURPOSE OF CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM THE
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026.
5. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Grant Agreement with Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Grant, Acceptance of Grant Funds in the Amount of $14,928.55, and Amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget by Appropriating Funds Towards the Burbank Fire Department's Wildland Program RESOLUTION NO. 26-29,734
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT WITH
FIREHOUSE SUBS PUBLIC SAFETY FOUNDATION, ACCEPTANCE OF
GRANT FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,928.55, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS TOWARDS THE BURBANK FIRE DEPARTMENT'S WILDLAND PROGRAM.
6. Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Acceptance of the Department of California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant for $131,650 and Amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Budget by Appropriating Funds
RESOLUTION NO. 26-29,735
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CANNABIS TAX FUND 4 GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENT AND ANY FUTURE AMENDMENTS,
ACCEPTING $131,650 IN GRANT FUNDS, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2026-27 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING FUNDS.
7. Adoption of a Resolution Enabling Property Assessed Clean Energy Financing Options for Eligible Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Water Conservation, and Seismic Improvements
RESOLUTION NO. 26-29,736
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK
CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE
TERRITORY OF THE CITY IN THE CALIFORNIA STATEWIDE COMMUNITIES
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (CSCDA) OPEN PROPERTY ASSESSED
CLEAN ENERGY (PACE) PROGRAMS; AUTHORIZING THE CSCDA TO
ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM PROPERTY OWNERS, CONDUCT
CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS AND LEVY CONTRACTUAL ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE TERRITORY OF THE CITY; AND AUTHORIZING RELATED ACTIONS.
8. Approval of a Joint Powers Agreement Establishing the Southern California Regional Water Authority and Authorizing the Burbank Water and Power General Manager to Designate a Governing Board Representative
Approve the Joint Powers Agreement (Agreement) establishing the Southern California Regional Water Authority and authorizing the Burbank Water and Power (BWP) General Manager, as the City Manager's designee, to execute the Agreement and any ancillary documents necessary to implement the Agreement, including minor amendments, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney's Office and authorizing the BWP General Manager to appoint a Governing Board Representative to serve on the board of the newly formed Authority.
9. Approval of the Exchange Water Delivery Agreement between the San Diego County Water Authority and the City of Burbank
Approve the Exchange Water Delivery Agreement (Agreement) between the San Diego County Water Authority and the City of Burbank and authorize the Burbank Water and Power General Manager, as the City Manager's designee, to execute the Agreement and any other ancillary documents, including amendments, in form and substance satisfactory to the City Attorney's Office.
10. Approval of an Eighth Amendment to a Professional Services Agreement with Elizabeth Moule & Stefanos Polyzoides, Architects and Urbanists, for the Downtown Burbank Transit Oriented Development Specific Plan; and Amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget
1. Approve an Eighth Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Elizabeth Moule & Stefanos Polyzoides, Architects and Urbanists for the 5 Downtown Burbank Transit Oriented Development Specific Plan.
2. Amend Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget by appropriating $249,834.
Public Hearing:
1. Adoption of a Resolution Approving an Amendment to the Burbank Public Housing Agency Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Plan and Updates to the Section 8 Administrative Plan to Implement Housing Opportunities Through Modernization Act Requirements (with Housing Authority) The Public Hearing was opened at 7:34 p.m. There were no Conflict-of-Interest disclosures. City Clerk Clark affirmed receipt of Proof of Publication; confirmed there was a complete file of exhibits and correspondence including emails and other documents, and indicated that no written correspondence was received.
Odet Ayvazyan, Housing Development Manager, presented the PowerPoint Presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. Alejandro Mendoza, Housing Assistant, also responded to Council inquiries.
Joint Public Hearing Public Comment:
Appearing to comment was: None.
Commenting remotely was: None.
The Public Hearing was closed at 7:46 p.m.
Council Action:
It was moved by Council Member Anthony, seconded by Vice Mayor Mullins, to:
RESOLUTION NO. H-26-285
Adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING: 1) THE PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY REVISED ANNUAL PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027; 2) UPDATES TO THE SECTION 8 ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN TO IMPLEMENT HOUSING
OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH MODERNIZATION ACT; AND 3) AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE THE CERTIFICATIONS
REQUIRED BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
The motion carried 4-0-1 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Rizzotti, Mullins, and Takahashi. NOES: None. ABSTAIN: Perez.
Reports to Council:
1. Appointment to Fill One Vacancy on the Community Development Block Grant Committee for an Unexpired Term
Kimberley Clark, City Clerk, presented the report and responded to City Council inquiries.
6 Public Comment:
Appearing to comment was: Eric McBride and Erick Mora.
Commenting remotely was: None.
Council Action:
It was unanimously approved 5-0 by a show of hands vote to appoint Eric McBride to the Community Development Block Grant Committee to fill an unexpired term ending July 31, 2028.
2. Overview and Evaluation of Project Labor Agreements Related to the City of Burbank's Capital Improvement Program
Damian Skinner, presented the PowerPoint Presentation and responded to City Council inquiries. Joseph McDougall, City Attorney, and Justin Hess, City Manager, also responded to Council inquiries.
Public Comment:
Appearing to comment were: Jerry Vlach, Terry Norton, Malakhi Simmons, Matthew Gaines, Chris Robins, Rene Palacios, Kyle Budrick, Matthew Duran, Diana Limon, Greg Lewis, Eddie Alvarez, Cameron Tennyson, Josh Christensen, Dustin Blankenship, Joe Sullivan, Julio Parra, Robert Skaggs, and Hovhannes Demirchyan.
Council Member Anthony left the dais at 8:23 p.m. and returned to the dais at 8:41 p.m.
Commenting remotely was: None.
Council Action:
It was moved by Council Member Perez, seconded by Council Member Anthony to direct staff to negotiate a community work force agreement with the Los Angeles/Orange County Building Trades and provide a comprehensive outline of the process and potential timeline; an option sheet or option package for thresholds, trades involved, and types of projects; and information regarding the City's resource need and potential impacts.
Vice Mayor Mullins offered a substitute motion, seconded by Council Member Rizzotti, to direct staff to return with a second step report including parameters for negotiations and information regarding other cities. The motion failed 2-3 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Rizzotti and Mullins. NOES: Anthony, Perez, and Takahashi.
Mayor Takahashi offered a friendly amendment to include the Western States Regional Council of Carpenters in the community work force agreement.
Council Member Perez accepted the friendly amendment.
7 It was moved by Council Member Perez, seconded by Council Member Anthony to direct staff to negotiate a community work force agreement with the Los Angeles/Orange County Building Trades and Western States Regional Council of Carpenters and provide a comprehensive outline of the process and potential timeline; an option sheet or option package for thresholds, trades involved, types of projects; and information regarding the City's resource need and potential impacts.
The motion carried 3-2 with the following roll call vote: AYES: Anthony, Perez, and Takahashi. NOES: Rizzotti and Mullins.
Council Member Anthony left the meeting at 10:34 p.m.
Council Comments:
Council Members reported out on Council committee assignments and attendance at conferences, regional meetings, and community events.
Consideration of Previously Introduced Additional Agenda Items:
1. Mayor Takahashi’s request for a letter of support from the Council for Assembly Bill 1267, which would enact a minimum age of 18 for marriage in California (August 11, 2026).
Council Action:
It was approved by Council consensus to approve a letter of support from the Council for Assembly Bill 1267, which would enact a minimum age of 18 for marriage in California.
Introduction of Additional Agenda Items:
Council Member Perez requested a first step report on banning Flock and automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems in Burbank.
Adjournment:
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:43 p.m. to Tuesday, September 15, 2026 for a Regular Meeting in the Council Chamber – 275 East Olive Avenue, Second Floor.
_s/Tamala Takahashi_________
Tamala Takahashi
Mayor
_s/Kimberley Clark________________
Kimberley Clark
City Clerk
APPROVED DATE: September 15, 2026