City Manager's Weekly Email
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Baylands Specific Plan Notice of EIR Preparation and Scoping Meeting
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On Thursday, February 20, 2020, notice was officially given that the City of Brisbane would be the Lead Agency in preparing an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Brisbane Baylands Specific Plan. The City is interested in your input on the scope of the EIR for the Baylands.
The applicant for the Specific Plan, Baylands Development Inc. (previously Universal Paragon Corporation or UPC) is proposing development of up to 2,200 residential units and 7 million square feet of commercial use, along with an acquisition of an annual water supply of 2,400 acre-feet from the Oakdale Irrigation District. A summary description of the project, its location, background, and the potential environmental effects to be addressed in the EIR can be found
here and on the
Baylands microsite.
The City of Brisbane is requesting written comments on the scope and content of the EIR, which may be sent to:
John Swiecki, AICP
Community Development Director
City of Brisbane
50 Park Place, Brisbane, CA 94005
Fax: (415) 467-5547
Due to the time limits mandated by State law, comments must be sent at the earliest possible date but
no later than
30 days
from February 20
th
. Therefore, the review period for the Baylands NOP will last through Friday, March 20, 2020, 11:59PM.
A
Scoping Meeting to solicit input from public agencies, organizations, and members of the public regarding the scope and content of the EIR will be held on
Wednesday, March 4, 2020 starting at 7pm in the Community Meeting Room at City Hall, 50 Park Place, Brisbane.
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Planning Commission to Consider Short Term Rental Regulations 2/27
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The Planning Commission will continue their discussion of short term rental regulations at their upcoming meeting Thursday, February 27 at 7:30 PM in the Community Meeting Room at City Hall. Please share with your neighbors who may be interested! The meeting agenda and staff report are available on the
City's website.
If you can't make it to the meeting, please email your comments to Senior Planner Julia Ayres at
jayres@brisbaneca.org
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March 3rd Presidential Primary Election Info
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Large Print/Audio Versions of the Voter Information Guide
The California Secretary of State has large print and audio versions of the Voter Information Guides available for the March 3rd, 2020 Presidential Primary Election. The voter guide has information on measures appearing on the ballot, the title and summary prepared by the Attorney General, what a “yes” or “no” vote, and arguments for and against the measures.
The downloadable audio version or the large print version of the Voter Information guide is available on the Secretary of State’s website:
www.voterguide.sos.ca.gov
; email requests may be sent to
vigfeedback@sos.ca.gov
; or ordered by phone: 1-800-345-VOTE (8683).
Brisbane City Hall’s Council Chambers will be transformed into a
County Vote Center starting Saturday, February 29
th
through Monday, March 2
nd
(9am-5pm) and Election Day, Tuesday, March 3
rd
(7am-8pm).
A Ballot Drop Box is also available in the lobby of City Hall, where you'll be able to drop your mail-in ballot during City Hall's regular hours of operation -- M, Tu, Th: 8-5, W: 8-8, F: 8-1 -- and to of course, get your 'I Voted' sticker!
Note: If you missed the 2/18 mail-in and online voter registration deadline,
it’s still possible to vote in the March 3
rd
Presidential Primary Election. Voter registration can be done in-person at the County Elections Office or any County Vote Center from 2/18
through Election Day, 3/3.
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Summer Internships & Other Job Opportunities with the City
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Weekend SF Caltrain Closure
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Weekends between February 22 and March 29, Caltrain Electrification crews will be installing the overhead contact system in the four San Francisco tunnels. In order to facilitate this work,
trains will not serve the San Francisco or 22
nd
Street stations on weekends from February 22 to March 29, 2020.
Caltrain service will stop at Bayshore Station and free bus service will transport passengers to the 22nd and San Francisco stations.
Click here
for a schedule of train and bus service on these weekends.
Caltrain encourages customers to consider alternative transit options on weekends, including BART via Millbrae Station. Weekday Caltrain service will not be impacted. For more service information, including a list of transit alternatives, please visit
www.caltrain.com/sfweekendclosure
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Water Main Replacement Project | February 24-28
UPDATE
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Kings Road will be closed in 500’ sections to all through traffic, including driveways, starting on Wednesday, 2/26. The road closures will be from 8am – 5pm, M-F. These closures, while inconvenient, are necessary as the crew starts the main line pipe replacement. They will be closing the road starting just past Beatrice and working their way towards Margaret. The contractors will deliver notices to residents, outlining which days they plan on being in front of their house and blocking their driveway access. Please note the dates on all No Parking/Tow-Away signs that will be posted 72 hours in advance of enforcement;
these signs WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED DURING THIS MAIN LINE INSTALLATION WORK
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Emergency vehicles and pedestrian access will accommodated at all times, but please allow for additional time for safe access and egress. View our
Water Main Replacement Project Story Map
presentation to get more details of the work. Your continued cooperation and patience is greatly appreciated as the crew works to complete these important upgrades to the City’s water system.
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Reminder: Garbage pickup will be early citywide
- be sure to put your carts out the night before. If pesky critters are preventing you from being able to do so,
please reach out to SSF Scavenger at (650) 589-4020 - they will install a gravity-locking mechanism for free!
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HIP Housing Making a Difference in Our Community
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HIP Housing is a nonprofit agency specializing in creative, affordable housing solutions throughout San Mateo County. Their Home Sharing Program helps match individuals seeking housing with people who have a room or Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) to rent. Since 1979, 65,000 individuals have been served through HIP Housing’s Home Sharing program.
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Brisbane Lions' Crab Dinner Fundraiser -
SOLD OUT!
Saturday, Feb. 22nd, 6:00pm | Mission Blue Center
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Mickey Mouse Crocker Park Trail Cleanup
Sunday, Feb. 23rd, 9:45am | Crocker Park Trail
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BEST/PTO is organizing a cleanup event February 23rd at 10 am as part of an application for Disneyland tickets to aid in fundraising for the Brisbane School District. The more people attending this cleanup, the more tickets they'll potentially get donated for their auction at the annual “Spring Thing!” (see flyer below).
Date/Time: Sunday, Feb. 23
rd
, 9:45am (10am start)
Provided: Gloves, bags, Mickey Mouse ears, and snacks for kids (feel free to bring your own gloves if you have them!)
Bring Your Own: Water
Please
sign up here
if you plan on coming.
(The more people who sign up, the more Disneyland tickets BEST/PTO will get!)
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Lipman Middle School's Beauty & the Beast Jr.
Wednesday, Feb. 26th & Friday, Feb. 28th, 7:00pm | Lipman Middle School
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Cornhole Tournament
Friday, Feb. 28th, 7:00pm | Community Park Gazebo
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We are just ONE WEEK away from our 2nd ever Cornhole Tournament!
Click here
to register!
Registration extended until Wednesday, 2/26.
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A Balancing Act: Work + Life + Commute Symposium
Wednesday, Mar. 11th, 9:00am-1:00pm | Genesis Towers, SSF
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Commute.org and the Spare the Air Resource Team invite San Mateo County employers, HR team members and transportation professionals from around the region for a symposium about how commuter programs impact the health of employees and the company. Hear about successful programs from industry leaders and employers of all sizes.
Arrive by shuttle, carpool, transit, bicycle or walking for a free prize!
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Climate Action Game Night: Jeopardy!
Wednesday, Mar. 18th, 7:00pm | Brisbane City Hall
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2nd Annual LUNAFEST
Saturday, Mar. 28th, 6:30pm | Mission Blue Center
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In order to support the City Council goal of building community through social and cultural events, the City of Brisbane will be hosting its second annual LUNAFEST screening at the Mission Blue Center on March 28, 2020.
Through a partnership with the Brisbane Lions Club, event proceeds will go towards scholarships for young women pursuing degrees in male-dominated fields. Doors will open at 6:00pm, and the screening will begin promptly at 6:30pm.
Concessions will be available for purchase. General admission tickets are $20 for early bird online purchases, and $25 at the door (until capacity is reached). We invite you to share in this exciting screening of LUNAFEST in the City of Brisbane and make a difference in our community.
Buy your tix today!
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Save the Date
- San Bruno Mountain Conference
Sunday, April 19th, 8:45am-4:45pm | Mission Blue Center
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Did you know that six plants grow on San Bruno Mountain and NOWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD?
David Nelson, Site Steward of San Bruno Mountain State and County Park and Locally Rare Plant Chairman of the California Native Plant Society will be kicking off the
conference program, looks forward to welcoming you to Mission Blue Center on
Sunday, April 19th from 8:45am - 4:45pm for the San Bruno Mountain Conference! The morning session will be devoted to presentations of scientific research done on the Mountain, including those involving endemic manzanitas, endangered butterflies, and rare and endangered plants.
Don't miss this great event where you'll learn all about this biological jewel, located right in Brisbane's backyard.
Register for your spot today!
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Save the Date
- Spring Thing - Kentucky Derby
Saturday, April 25th, 6:00pm-11:00pm | Mission Blue Center
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Tickets go on sale Sunday, March 1
st at the link above!
LET US CARE FOR YOUR KIDS WHILE YOU ENJOY A NIGHT OUT!
Brisbane Parks & Rec will provide a night of fun games, crafts and activities, as well as a yummy dinner and dessert. The night will end with a movie, so pajamas and stuffed animals are encouraged.
All young children must be potty-trained in order to register for this event
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Other Important City Calendar Dates in 2020
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2/15-3/1 - Community Pool Closed for Maintenance
2/28 - Cornhole Tournament
2/29-3/3 - Presidential Primary Elections, Vote Center at City Hall Open
3/14 - BVHH's Spring Fling
3/18 - Climate Action Game Night: Jeopardy!
3/28 - 2nd Annual LUNAFEST Film Festival
4/18 - Habitat Restoration/Earth Day
4/25 - Spring Thing & Parents' Night Out
5/15 - Bike to Work Day
5/25 -
City Hall Closed, Memorial Day
6/26 - Concerts in the Park Kick-Off
7/3 -
City Hall Closed, Independence Day
7/10 - Concerts in the Park
7/17 - Concerts in the Park
7/24 - Concerts in the Park
7/31 - Concerts in the Park
8/7 - Concerts in the Park
9/7 -
City Hall Closed, Labor Day
9/19 - Coastal Cleanup Day
10/3 - 34th Annual Day in the Park & 14th Annual Derby
10/10 - 5th Annual Underwater Pumpkin Patch
10/12 -
City Hall Closed, Columbus Day
11/3 - Election Day
11/10
- Veterans Flag-Raising Ceremony
11/11 -
City Hall Closed, Veterans Day
11/26-27 -
City Hall Closed, Thanksgiving
12/6 - Festival of Lights
12/24 -
City Hall Closed, Christmas Eve
12/25 -
City Hall Closed, Christmas Day
12/31 -
City Hall Closed, New Year's Eve
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Posted 2/19/20
Brisbane Lions Club
Crab Dinner Fundraiser
Sat., Feb. 22
nd, Miss. Blue Ctr.
Ticket info: (415) 269-7895 or
Presidential Primary Elections
Mail or Drop off Ballots at City Hall
or Vote at City Hall Vote Center
2/29 – 3/2, 9am-5pm & 3/3, 7am-8pm
Posted 2/23/20
Brisbane Parks & Recreation
Spring Break Camp
March 30
th – April 10
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Registration Deadline March 25th
Brisbane Parks & Recreation
Club Rec Summer Camp
The Fun Begins June 22
nd!
Registration Now Open
Lipman Middle School Presents:
Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Wed., 2/26 & Fri., 2/28, 7pm
Lipman Gym, for more info (415) 467-9541
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Upcoming Public Meetings
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Public Art Selection Committee Meeting - Tuesday, 2/25, 4:30pm
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Planning Commission Meeting - Thursday, 2/27, 7:30pm
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Open Space & Ecology Committee Meeting - Wednesday, 2/19, 6:30pm
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City Council Meeting - Thursday, 2/20, 7:30pm
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