Saving Lives is Patriotic
Independence Day is a federal holiday that commemorates the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It's also a time to reflect and honor the brave men and women who made sacrifices for our country and generations of individuals they would never meet.
This Independence Day, let's demonstrate patriotism by exercising restraint and sacrifice for the benefit of individuals in our surrounding communities and the County overall. Together let's save lives. Please:
- Don't drink and drive
- Remember to share the road with cyclists and pedestrians
- Wear a mask on busy streets when 6 feet of social distancing isn't possible
- Do not discharge fireworks
The City wishes everyone a safe and happy 4th of July!
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Overnight Construction Noise
We have received a number of complaints about loud construction noise at night over the past several days. Please be aware that there are no City-authorized overnight construction projects in Burlingame at this time.
We think that the noise is from work taking place along the train tracks as part of the Caltrain electrification project. We understand that this work should be done by the end of this week. The Caltrain contact information for this project is: 650-399-9659 or
CalMod@caltrain.com.
There is also Caltrans construction work taking place adjacent to 101 in San Mateo, just south of Peninsula as part of the 101 Express Lanes project.
Click here for information about this project. The contact is Alejandro Lopez at 510-286-4948 or you may send an email to 101express@dot.ca.gov.
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Discharge or Possession of Fireworks is Illegal
The Burlingame Police Department and the Central County Fire Department would like to remind you that it is illegal to discharge fireworks or to have fireworks in your possession in Burlingame. The Burlingame Police Department will enforce this fireworks ban, which includes "safe and sane" fireworks.
Residents should immediately report all illegal use of fireworks directly to the non-emergency telephone number of the Burlingame Police Department at 650-777-4100. If you believe that there may be a fire or medical emergency related to the use of fireworks, call 9-1-1.
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PPE Does Not Belong in the Environment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as disposable masks and gloves are increasingly littering our streets and sidewalks. These items belong in the black garbage bin, not on the ground. They are neither recyclable nor compostable and should be disposed of in the garbage.
Plastic utensils and cleaning wipes are other types of disposable items being used more due to COVID-19. These, too, are neither recyclable nor compostable and should be thrown away in the black garbage bin.
As an alternative, consider using paper plates and compostable utensils that can be placed in the green composting bin after use when disposable foodware is needed.
For questions on whether an item is recyclable or not, check out whatbin.com for quick answers.
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Bay Trail Etiquette
The Bay Trail is considered multi-use, meaning that it is used by both bicyclists and pedestrians. Please remember to:
- follow posted speed limits,
- call out when passing,
- keep to the right, and
- if you find that you’re unable to maintain 6-feet of social distancing, pull up your face mask.
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The Burlingame Library's contact-less Curbside Pickup service just got easier. Simply place a hold on items that you want through the catalog, just like you used to before. Once your item is ready, you will receive an email. The email notification will then direct you to a page on the Library's website to schedule your Curbside Pickup.
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Fresh Market - Open For 2020 Season
Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Park Road at Burlingame Avenue
Please continue to follow these important tips for shopping the Fresh Market:
- Come to the market in good health; please stay home if unwell.
- Wear face coverings. Vendors will not be selling to anyone without a mask, and you will be asked to leave the market if you are not wearing one.
- 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.
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Community Events
(events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
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El Camino Real (ECR) Roadway Renewal Scoping Comment Period Closing July 6
Caltrans encourages Burlingame residents and businesses to visit the ECR Roadway Renewal Scoping Open House at
www.ecrscoping.com
before July 6, to provide your feedback on information about studies currently underway for this important corridor project. A video presentation, poster gallery, and FAQs highlight environmental considerations for the planned roadway improvements to El Camino Real.
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Sustainable San Mateo County's 21st Annual Awards Celebration
Friday, July 10, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Sustainable San Mateo County (SSMC) will honor San Mateo County Supervisor Dave Pine, the San Mateo County Office of Education’s Environmental Literacy and Sustainability Initiative, the Campaign for Fossil Free Buildings in Silicon Valley and long-time SSMC volunteer Afsoon Shahrdar, at its 21st Annual Awards Celebration, for their contributions to sustainability in San Mateo County. For the first time, the awards event will take place online from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. This virtual celebration is free and open to the public, but you must
register in advance.
In addition, SSMC and the American Institute of Architects, San Mateo County Chapter, will present the 2020 Green Building Award to the Genentech Child Care Center in South San Francisco and give a Green Building Honorable Mention Award to the North Block Hillsdale Shopping Center in San Mateo. SSMC also will issue the first Reach Code Awards to the County of San Mateo County and the Cities of Brisbane, Menlo Park, Pacifica and San Mateo to recognize their adoption of local green building codes that will result in safer and more comfortable buildings, increase EV charging infrastructure and reduce carbon emissions.
The annual SSMC awards are designed to raise awareness of sustainability in the community and inspire others to take action. For more information, visit
http://sustainablesanmateo.org.
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Get Tested for COVID-19
Testing is free. No doctor’s note, symptom screening, or medical insurance is required. Results are available in one to three days. Registration is required, however. Click here to get started: https://bit.ly/2xk73OL.
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Shop Burlingame - your tax dollars support City services!
A message from the Burlingame/SFO Chamber of Commerce
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