May 23, 2019
Public Works Brings Community Together

Thank you to the City's Public Works Department staff who organized yesterday's community event highlighting the staff, trucks, and equipment that keep our city in tip-top shape. It was an informative and FUN event! Thank you also to the community members who took the time to visit! We hope you learned a lot and had a good time.
We Really Want to Hear from You!
Please contribute to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan

The City has received 365 comments to date and would love to hear more. If you've already participated, thank you for your contribution to this significant community initiative. If you haven't yet, we'd sincerely appreciate your feedback! Please share this message with your friends and community as well.

The City of Burlingame is in the process of updating its Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan. The Plan will focus on enhancing Burlingame’s bicycle and pedestrian network including on-street bike routes, Bay Trail connections, pedestrian facilities, and street and highway crossings. Visit the  project website and use the interactive map tool to let us know where you would like to see bicycle and pedestrian improvements.
New EV Charging Station in City Hall Parking Lot

A new electric vehicle (EV) charging station is now available in the City Hall parking lot at 501 Primrose Road. Employees and visitors have access to the ChargePoint Level 2 charging station, which is capable of charging two EVs simultaneously. The charging station is available 24/7 all year. Each charging port can supply up to 7.2kW.

The amount of time needed to charge an EV depends on battery size and the level of charge needed. A standard EV such as a Nissan Leaf may take up to six hours to become fully charged.

The cost is approximately 30 cents per kilowatt‐hour. The charging station will accept all major credit cards and EV charge cards. Remember, the EV spaces are reserved for cars that are actively charging. Installation of this EV charging station is the latest example of Burlingame’s continued commitment to creating a more environmentally sustainable community!
Congratulations Recipients of 2019 BCE Distinguished Service Award

Congratulations to the Goodrow, Sieben, and Wiley families - recipients of the Burlingame Community for Education Foundation's (BCE) 2019 BCE Distinguished Service Award.

Liz Goodrow, Jenese Sieben, and Sarah Wiley have served on the BCE Board of Directors. Together with their spouses, they have supported the organization through volunteer service and financial support over the years for the benefit of all schools in the Burlingame School District.

Award recipients will be honored in early November at a special public event. Details will be publicized in the fall. BCE is a volunteer fundraising organization that helps the Burlingame School District (BSD) sustain and enhance an exceptional public education for all TK-8 students.
Events Around Town
Fresh Market
Thursdays (through October), 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Sundays (year-round), 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Park Rd. at Burlingame Ave.

Stop by for a fresh selection of seasonal produce and flowers, including many organic items. There are also retail stalls presenting local products and foods.
Community Events (events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
Celebrate the City's First Solar Installation
Friday May 24, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
Village Park Preschool, 1535 California Dr., Burlingame 

The community is invited to come and help celebrate the City of Burlingame’s first solar installation on Village Park Preschool with a ribbon cutting ceremony.  The installation has been generously donated by local business Solar Pro Energy Systems and the Pariani family. 

The rooftop system installed at Village Park Preschool will generate approximately 93% of electricity from solar and is expected to save about $140/month. The project is projected to save nearly $100,000 over a 25-year period! The greenhouse gas emissions offset is expected to be equivalent to planting 1,414 trees, driving 5,462 fewer miles per year, or taking 12 cars off the road.  Thanks to Solar Pro Energy Systems and the Pariani family!
Free Hands-On Training for New Ham Radio Operators
Saturday, June 1, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Burlingame Public Library, 480 Primrose Rd.
 
Ham radio operators provide vital links to the outside world when other forms of communication are down.
 
The  Burlingame Neighborhood Network is inviting new ham radio operators to this hands-on training workshop, where experienced Hams from the San Mateo Radio Club will help them get up to speed.
 
To get the most out of this workshop, participants will need to bring a radio with them. Brian Mathews of the Radio Club has provided  updated information about buying a ham radio here.
 
 
“Ham Crams” can prepare you to take the licensing test in one day are offered by the Bay Area Education Radio Society (BAEARS).  Learn more here.
First-Time Homebuyer Workshop
Thursday, June 6, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Council Chambers, Daly City City Hall, 333 90th St., Daly City, 94015

HEART of San Mateo County and Meriwest Mortgage will host a presentation about their first-time homebuyer program and the home-buying process. Click here to register.
"Stark Raving Dad" Book Signing
Sunday, June 15, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Nuts for Candy, 1241 Broadway, Burlingame

Swing by local business Nuts for Candy to purchase a book by Burlingame author and dad Sanderson Dean, who will be on hand for a book signing. "Stark Raving Dad" is illustrated with the childhood art of the author's two sons, who are currently students at Burlingame Intermediate School.  15% of all proceeds from books sold will go to the Burlingame Community Education Foundation.
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