March 19, 2020
Stay Current on COVID-19 by Checking the City's Website

The City is regularly posting important updates on COVID-19 related issues that impact the Burlingame community on the City's website, NextDoor, Facebook, and this eNews. Please check the website regularly. Yesterday's update included information about:

Assistance for Businesses and Workers Impacted by COVID-19

The San Mateo County Economic Development Association (SAMCEDA) is regularly updating its website with information about assistance programs and resources. Visit SAMCEDA's website for more information about small business resources and help.
The City of Burlingame is Offering Limited Services During the County Shelter in Place Order

Here is the latest information on City services (all subject to change):

  • For general questions, please email info@burlingame.org or call 650-558-7200 and we will try to assist you with our skeleton crew.
  • City Hall, including Finance/Water Office: Closed to the public effective March 17. To pay your water bill, please go online here. You can also mail any payments to the City to 501 Primrose Road, Burlingame, CA 94010 or deposit them in the boxes marked “Water Payments” that are located at the north entrance of City Hall and the southwest parking lot exit. If a payment receipt is requested, one will be mailed.
  • To report a critical issue or service request, click here or use the accessBurlingame app on your phone. Click here for a printable list of important City phone numbers.
  • Both libraries are closed to the public effective March 16. Unfortunately, we will not be able to keep the building open to pick up holds and use the self-checkout machines.
  • The recreation center is closed to the public, including restroom access.
  • Parks and playgrounds are open to the public, but please use caution when touching playground equipment, benches, water fountains, etc., wash your hands with soap and water, and practice social distancing. We are unable to sanitize the parks and playground equipment at this time.
  • Park restrooms are closed to the public.
  • The building lobby of the Police Department will be closed to the public for routine business but open for reporting crimes. Livescans and station tours are on hold. Please call 911 in the event of an emergency, or 650-777-4100 for regular business.
  • For broken water mains and leaks, sewer stoppage issues, and street and sidewalk safety issues, please call 650-558-7670.
  • For tree emergencies, such as a limb down or tree failures, please call 911 or Burlingame Police Dispatch at 650-777-4100. For non-life-threatening tree issues, please call 650-558-7330 and leave a message. Messages will be checked twice daily. If your tree issue can wait, please call back after April 7.
  • The City Clerk’s Office will accept delivery of subpoenas via email at mhasselshearer@burlingame.org. The original should be mailed to the City Clerk’s Office with check for witness or record fee attached. The City Clerk will also be accepting claims against the City via email at mhasselshearer@burlingame.org.
  • Building Division/Construction Projects: Please check the City’s website for the latest information.
  • Public Records Requests:  Due to the shelter in place order, the City has modified its operations, with limited staff focused primarily on public health and safety. As a result, while continuing to be committed to governmental transparency, there will be delays in responding to requests for public records for the duration of this emergency. Your understanding is appreciated.
Questions About the County's Shelter in Place Order?

Do you have questions about how the County Health Order applies to different types of businesses? Email your questions to  healthorderFAQ@smcgov.org, or call the new Legal Call Center at (650) 363-4588 between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. To access a Q&A of commonly asked questions, click here. 
Parks & Rec Launches Virtual Rec Center

Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department is excited to offer a Virtual Recreation Center and Resource Guide including video tutorials, arts and crafts, fitness, games, and activities for all ages. With program cancellations and the facility closure, along with shelter at home recommendations, the Department wants to make sure you still have plenty of #burlingamerec.

The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to ensuring that community members have resources to stay inspired and creative during this time. You are not alone! Visit the Virtual Recreation Center often, and follow the Department's Instagram and Facebook for new ideas to keep you and your loved ones active, entertained, and engaged. If you have a great idea or resource you’d like to share, email recreation@burlingame.org.
All Wipes Can Clog Sewers and Cause Backups

Wastewater treatment facilities around the state already are reporting issues with their
sewer management collection systems. These facilities are asking state residents to stop
discarding wipes in the toilet. Throw them in the trash instead to avoid backups and
overflow.

Do not flush any type of wipes, even so-called "flushable" wipes, paper towels, and similar products down toilets.

A majority of urban centers are on centralized sewage collection systems which depend on gravity and enough water flow to move along human waste and biodegradable toilet paper. The systems were not designed for individual nylon wipes and paper towels. The wipes and paper towels do not break down like toilet paper, and therefore clog systems very quickly.

Wipes are among the leading causes of sewer system backups, impacting sewer system and treatment plant pumps and treatment systems. Many spills go to our lakes, rivers, and oceans where they have broad ranging impacts on public-health and the environment. Please do not flush disinfectant wipes or paper towels down the toilet.
Wondering How You Can Help?
Please Support Our Local Businesses During This Difficult Time

Section 10 of the San Mateo County Order to shelter in place exempts Essential Businesses such as restaurants. Other businesses are not exempt, but may continue to offer goods and services via delivery. Below is a list of businesses that could benefit from your support and patronage during this unprecedented time. This list, which we will continue to update, is also available on the City's website.

RETAIL BUSINESSES

A Runner's Mind (ARM) invites you to visit its website for online orders at www.arunnersmind.com, or by calling (650) 437-2217. Need new socks, insoles, nutrition, or accessories with your shoes? Call the Burlingame shop on weekdays between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM. We'll process your transaction over the phone and provide curbside pick-up until 5:00 PM. If you have any questions, please email our General Manager Eileen at eileen@arunnersmind.com and she'll respond by the end of the day.

Amiko Burlingame has an online store. Visit www.amikosf.com, or go to Instagram @amikosf and @amikoburlingame. You may also email amikoburlingame@yahoo.com. Items can be picked up at the store or delivered to your doorstep. Just schedule a pickup via email.  

Andra Norris Gallery’s current exhibition, Evening Light, can be viewed virtually using this link — https://www.artsy.net/show/andra-norris-gallery-evening-light-willard-dixon-and-frederic-choisel  During the months of March and April, the Gallery is offering complimentary local delivery and installation services.

Bare Necessities is taking email orders. Simply email barenec291@aol.com

Floral Art and Décor is accepting online and phone orders for delivery. Place your order at floralartanddecor.com, or call (650) 580-5142.

Loft is accepting phone orders and virtual shopping. Call (650) 347-8622.

Margaret O'Leary Burlingame is taking phone orders. Clients can call the store and leave a voice message at (650) 344-9051, or email burlingame@margaretoleary.com

Patronik Designs can be reached by calling (650) 244-0402, or sending an email to info@patronikdesigns.com

Sam Malouf is accepting orders online at sammalouf.com. You can also send a text to (650) 464-6420

Trina Turk is accepting orders. Please call (650) 340-8540, or email burlingame@trinaturk.com

SERVICES

Advanced Beauty Care - Open intermittently for clients to arrange purchase of GUINOT skincare. Requests can be made by phone at (650) 343-5716, or by email at info@advancedbeautycare.com

Healthy Horizon's - Available for pick-up and home deliveries of breastfeeding and baby supplies, and well as breast pumps. Breastfeeding support is also available by visiting healthyhorizonsonline.com, or calling (650) 347-6455

Ideal Eyes Optometry - Open for urgent care and order pick-ups until March 21. Temporary Hours are 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. For questions call (650) 347-2200. The current plan to re-open on April 8.

L'Escape Spa - Offering online sales on all skincare products and gift certificates. Please visit https://www.lescapespa.com/, or call (650) 347-7706

Solo Bambini - Available for you by email at laura@solobambini.com to answer any questions or place orders. Available by phone at (650) 340-1773

RESTAURANTS

Barracuda - Open for takeout and DoorDash and ChowNow delivery. http://barracudaburlingame.com/ 

Bay Area Bagels - Open for takeout and DoorDash, Postmates, GrubHub, and UberEats delivery. http://www.bayareabagel.com/

Bayroot Lebanese Restaurant - 1130 Broadway. Call (650) 931-4327
 
Big Joe’s Café - 1251 Broadway. Call (650) 558-9519
 
Blue Line Pizza - Open for takeout and curbside orders from 11:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Orders can be placed online at www.bluelinepizza.com, or over the phone at (650) 375-1700.
 
Bonne Sante - Open for takeout and delivery. Call (650) 343-2076 (Burgers, American)
 
Broadway Prime - 1316 Broadway. Call (650) 558-8801
 
Cafe Figaro - 1318 Broadway. Call (650) 344-8277
 
Cafe Capuchino - 1158 Capuchino Ave. Call (650) 342-2669
 
Caffe Central - Open for takeout only. Call (650) 315-2511

Cafe on Primrose - Open for takeout and DoorDash and UberEats delivery. Call (650) 343-4444. Menu: https://www.zmenu.com/caf%C3%A9-on-primrose-burlingame-online-menu/

Centro Pizza - 1326 Broadway. Call (650) 513-6387

Christies - Open for takeout only from 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., 245 California Drive, Call (650) 347-9440, Menu: https://www.zomato.com/burlingame-ca/christies-burlingame/menu

Coconut Bay Restaurant - Open 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Delivery or takeout. Call (650) 558-8268, order online https://www.coconutbaythai.com, or order through DoorDash. (Thai lunch, dinner, beer and wine)
 
Copenhagen Bakery & Café - Open for takeout and delivery and is ready to serve the neighborhood with bread, pastry, cakes, etc. We are not open for dinner, however, we will have assorted sandwiches, salads and soup available for takeout from 6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. daily. Visit https://copenhagenbakery.com, or order by phone at (650) 342-1357

Deja vu Juice Bar - Open for takout, curbside delivery, delivery through Doordash, Uber Eats, Postmates, and GrubHub https://dejavujuicebar.com/ 

Feng Cha Teahouse - 1199 Broadway. Call (650) 781-3001

Fuumi - 1190 Broadway. Call (650) 389-6977

Joe’s Café by the Bay (same owners as Café on Primrose) - Open for takeout and DoorDash. 1669 Old Bayshore Highway. Call (650) 692-4000.

La Corneta - Open for takeout and DoorDash delivery. https://www.lacorneta.com/locations.html#burlingame

Lara Mediterranean - 1199 Broadway. Call (650) 458-3018
 
Le Croissant Café - 1151 Broadway. Call (650) 348-9988
 
Maverick Jack's - Open for takeout. Call (650) 347-3061 (American)  
 
Mingalaba - Open for takeout. Call (650) 343-3228 (Burmese)
 
Mivan Mediterrean Cuisine - 1232 Broadway. Call (650) 342-9944

New England Lobster Market & Eatery - https://www.newenglandlobster.net/
 
Peet's Burlingame - Open 7 days a week for takeout and mobile orders. New hours are Monday - Friday 5:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Saturday - Sunday 5:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (650) 548-0494
 
Pizzeria Delfina - Open for takeout and delivery. Call (650) 288-1041 (Pizza/Italian)

Rasoi Restaurant - Open takeout and delivery orders every day from 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Call (650) 579-5661 https://rasoiburlingame.com/ 
 
Ramen Sky - 1320 Broadway. Call (650) 539-3989
 
Rise Pizzeria - Providing takeout, online ordering through the website, and delivery through delivery partners. For direct take out, you can call when you arrive and we will walk out your food. Call (650) 235-9715
 
Ristorante Rocca - 1205 Broadway. Call (650) 344-3900
 
Royal Donut Café - 1165 Broadway. Call (650) 348-3443
 
Sappore – Takeout orders only. Please call (650) 348-3277
 
Sesame Korean Cuisine - 1355 Broadway. Call (650) 347-3717
 
Starbucks -1230 Broadway. Call (650) 344-0747. Mobile orders only.
 
Tea Plus Noodle - Open for takeout (650) 685-1698 (Asian)  
 
Tuna Kahuna – Open for takeout and delivery. Call (650) 731-4972
 
Velvet 48 - Open for delivery (650) 437-2944 (Wine)
 
Village Host Pizza & Grill - 1201 Broadway (650) 347-2728
 
Yangon - 1136 Broadway. Call (650) 348-8848
 
Young Can Wok - Open for takeout and delivery. Call (650) 343-3322 (Chinese)

GROCERIES

Burlingame Fresh Market 
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Park Road at Burlingame Avenue
 
Lunardi's Burlingame
New reduced store hours 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Starting next week! Special hours for seniors and vulnerable populations on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 a.m. -8:00 a.m.
 
Mollie Stone's
Special hours for seniors and vulnerable populations on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 
 
Safeway Burlingame
New reduced store hours 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily
Special hours for senior and vulnerable populations on Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Store phone (650) 343-3488

DRUG STORES

CVS - Burlingame Plaza
Open 24 hours

Walgreens on Burlingame Ave
New reduced hours 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
 
Walgreens Broadway
Reduced hours 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.






The following message is from the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce:

The Burlingame Fresh Market remains open.
Purchasing food is a non-optional activity!

Regarding Coronavirus/COVID-19, the health and wellness of the markets, farmers and community are of the utmost importance.

The Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce is taking precautionary measures and has implemented policies that mitigate cross contamination risks. The Burlingame Fresh Market REMAINS OPEN (as ad Essential Business per San Mateo County order, Dial 211 for information and interpretation).

We remind you of the benefits of shopping for nutrient dense produce from small family farms:

  • Fresh produce rich with vitamins & nutrients essential to maintaining a healthy immune system
  • Low risk, open air environment allows for social spacing of 6 feet. Outdoor spaces are less hospitable to viruses.
  • Sunlight provides a powerful, natural disinfectant and exposure to vitamin D 
  • Food directly traveling from the farm is handled at a much lower rate than in the commercial system. The distance our food travels is the shortest available anywhere, diminishing the risk of spreading a virus into, or out of, the immediate region.

We are not aware of any reports at this time of human illnesses that suggest COVID-19 can be transmitted by food or food packaging. However, it is always important to follow good hygiene practices (i.e., wash hands and surfaces often, separate raw meat from other foods, cook to the right temperature, and refrigerate foods promptly) when handling or preparing foods.

Closing our market would only hurt the local economy of Northern California foodsheds.
As we continue to maintain our health through the power of natural foods, we encourage and thank those who support our local family farms & businesses. 

Please reach out with any questions at burlingamechamber.org 

Tips for Shopping the Fresh Market During the County's Shelter in Place Order
  • Come to the market in good health; please stay home if unwell
  • Wash hands/ refrain from touching your face
  • Do not self-serve and retrieve sample direct from a farmer 
  • Regulate your own social spacing of 6 feet
  • Wash all produce before consumption

For more San Mateo County Coronavirus health information, visit smchealth.org/coronavirus. For more information on the coronavirus in San Mateo County, call 211.
Caltrain and SamTrans Adjust Service Schedules

Caltrain and SamTrans announced Friday that service will be adjusted in response to lower ridership resulting from efforts to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19). Information about the service changes can be found on the SamTrans and Caltrain websites.

With the announcement of countywide school closures the SamTrans changes are limited to routes that primarily serve schools. All routes with stops labeled as “School Day Only” will not receive service.  

The Caltrain changes reduce peak hour service in response to significantly lower ridership, as more and more companies and businesses ask employees to stay home. Reducing this service is necessary since Caltrain does not have a dedicated source of revenue and relies on fares to cover 70% of its costs. The new Caltrain schedule can be found here.
Shop Burlingame - your tax dollars support City services!
A message from the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce