Stay the Course Burlingame. Wear a Mask.
Effective June 18, Californians must wear face coverings in common and public indoor spaces and outdoors in areas like Burlingame Avenue and Broadway commercial districts when 6 feet of social distance is not possible. However, some people have legitimate medical reasons for not wearing coverings, and we hope everyone will give others the benefit of the doubt. We also recognize face coverings aren't required when exercising, so please avoid congested areas if you are exercising without a face covering.
When is a mask required?
- Inside of, or in line to enter, any indoor public space;
- While outdoors in public spaces when maintaining a physical distance of 6 feet from persons who are not members of the same household or residence is not feasible;
- Obtaining services from the healthcare sector;
- Waiting for or riding on public transportation or while in a taxi, private car service, or ride-sharing vehicle;
- Engaged in work, whether at the workplace or performing work off-site, when interacting with any member of the public or working in any space visited by members of the public, regardless of whether anyone from the public is present at the time;
- Working in any space where food is prepared or packaged for sale or distribution to others;
- Working in or walking through common areas, such as hallways, stairways, elevators, and parking facilities;
- In any room or enclosed area where other people (except for members of the person’s own household or residence) are present when unable to physically distance; and,
- Driving or operating any public transportation or paratransit vehicle, taxi, or private car service or ride-sharing vehicle when passengers are present. When no passengers are present, face coverings are strongly recommended.
Who is exempt from wearing a mask?
- Kids age two years or under;
- Persons with a medical condition, mental health condition, or disability that prevents wearing a face covering;
- Persons who are hearing impaired, or communicating with a person who is hearing impaired, where the ability to see the mouth is essential for communication;
- Persons for whom wearing a face covering would create a risk to the person related to their work, as determined by local, state, or federal regulators or workplace safety guidelines;
- Persons who are seated at a restaurant or other establishment that offers food or beverage service, while they are eating or drinking, provided that they are able to maintain a distance of at least six feet away from persons who are not members of the same household or residence;
- Persons who are obtaining a service involving the nose or face for which temporary removal of the face covering is necessary to perform the service;
- Persons who are engaged in outdoor work or recreation such as swimming, walking, hiking, bicycling, or running, when alone or with household members, and when they are able to maintain a distance of at least six feet from others; and,
- Persons who are incarcerated.
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Burlingame Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Applications Now Available
To be eligible to join the 13-person YAC, applicants must be entering grades 7 through 12, go to a school in Burlingame and/or live in Burlingame, and commit to a two-year term.
Click here to access the form and apply. Applications are due on Friday, August 28. Send an email to Nicole Houghton at nhoughton@burlingame.org with any questions.
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#ShopSafeShopLocal
In a
press release on July 8, "The Governor’s Task Force on Business and Jobs Recovery" announced a new campaign #ShopSafeShopLocal to encourage Californians to support small businesses in their communities.
The website includes links to free consulting, resources to help businesses operate safely, a free digital media toolkit for small businesses, and more.
Click here to view all available resources.
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Parks & Recreation Department Seeking Photos and Videos
July is national “Parks Make Life Better” month, and the Burlingame Parks & Recreation Department is asking the community to share their photos or videos of what makes Burlingame parks and programs so great. Send a picture or a short video of how Burlingame parks and programs make your life better! These will be shared with the community throughout the month of July.
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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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Town Hall - Burlingame Police Department’s Use of Force Policy
July 23, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Zoom meeting access links and phone numbers are listed below
On June 3, 2020, in response to the tragic death of George Floyd, former President Barack Obama challenged “every mayor in this country to review (its) use of force policies with members of (the) community and commit to report on planned reforms.” The pledge calls for the following actions to be taken:
- Review your police use of force policies
- Engage your communities by including a diverse range of input, experiences, and stories in your review
- Report the findings of your review to your community and seek feedback
- Reform your community’s police use of force policies
The July 23, 2020 Zoom Town Hall will be the City’s first step in taking this pledge. It will provide the public with an opportunity to ask questions, share their concerns, and comment on the Police Department’s Use of Force Policy.
The Policy is located on the City’s website here.
Additionally, we have heard from many of our citizens who support “8 Can’t Wait”. Police Chief Matteucci addressed how the Police Department’s policies match up with the 8 Can’t Wait policies in his
statement to the public here.
The Town Hall will begin at 6:30 p.m. and end at approximately 8:00 p.m. We ask that you
email your comments and questions to publiccomment@burlingame.org by 4:00 p.m. on July 22. This will ensure that staff is able to answer or hear all of your comments, suggestions, and questions prior to the meeting. City Clerk Hassel-Shearer will read your comments and questions on the record. You will also be able to Zoom chat her questions or speak at the Town Hall. Comments will be limited to 2 to 3 minutes. The time will depend on the number of participants who wish to speak.
Town Hall Access Information
Below is the
link for the Town Hall:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86950044465?pwd=SVhTckVZL3RzYVBEN2FlZFZpd1RlZz09
Password: 778724
Or iPhone one-tap: US: +16699006833,,86950044465# or +13462487799,,86950044465#
Or Telephone: Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
US: +1 669 900 6833 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 929 436 2866
Webinar ID: 869 5004 4465
If you are unable to attend the Town Hall, you can email your questions and comments to publiccomment@burlingame.org. The meeting will be recorded and posted to the City’s website for later viewing.
Thank you, and if you have any questions about the Town Hall, please contact City Clerk Meaghan Hassel-Shearer at mhasselshearer@burlingame.org, or by phone at 650-558-7203.
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Community Events
(events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
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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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