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Washington Park Construction Update
Phase 1 of the new Community Center in Washington Park kicked off on Monday, June 17. This phase includ
es the development of a new playground, sports court, and picnic area and is expected to be completed by
January 2020. The overall project is estimated to be completed by 2022.
Click here for more project information.
Since the start of the Community Center Master Plan process in 2012, careful consideration has been paid to ensuring the retention of as many park trees as possible. In addition, for every tree removed, a new one will be planted in the park. In order to complete this project, a total of 71 trees and large shrubs of varying sizes will need to be removed. 20 of the 71 trees and large shrubs are considered "protected". A protected tree or large shrub has a trunk circumference of 48” or more measured 54” above the ground.
In anticipation of this project, the Parks Division has already begun planting new trees throughout the park. The good news is that over 70 trees were preserved, and 57 new trees will be planted in the immediate project area, including a Copper Beech Heritage tree, which will be the focal point of the project. In addition, 15 new trees will be planted throughout Washington Park over a two-year period.
Click here to view a map of trees that are designated “new”, “preserved”, or “to be removed”
throughout the entire project
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Wood chips from the removed trees will be used to prevent weed growth, and some of the larger trunks will be made into benches for the new sports court seating area.
For more information, to view regular project updates, and to obtain information about the new Community Center public process starting with the Community Center Master Plan,
visit the Parks and Recreation projects page
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Thank you to all those who attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the New Community Center in Washington Park on Tuesday!
City staff and officials pictured above from left to right: City Manager Lisa Goldman, Director of Public Works Syed Murtuza, Mayor Donna Colson, Vice Mayor Emily Beach, Councilmember Michael Brownrigg, and Director of Parks and Recreation Margaret Glomstad.
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2018 Water Quality Report Released
The City of Burlingame is pleased to present the 2018 Water Quality Report. This report provides important information about where the City's water comes from, how it is treated to ensure it is top quality, and the results of water quality monitoring performed by the City of Burlingame and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission.
Click here to read the report.
For a hard copy of this report, or if you have any questions concerning the City of Burlingame’s water distribution system, please call the Public Works Department at 650-558-7670.
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City Seeking Part-Time Building Attendant
The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for a part-time building attendant. The building attendant will oversee the Recreation Center at 850 Burlingame Ave. on Saturdays from 8:15 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., excluding holidays. Shifts may also include occasional weekday evenings and weekends.
Click here to apply and for more information about the position.
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Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan
Online feedback may be submitted until July 8, 2019
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Mills Canyon Trail Closures
CalFire work crews continue to reduce the fire fuel load in the canyon. Crews will mostly trim and remove dead, invasive, or overgrown vegetation. This work will occur along the upper trail on the following dates:
- June 28
- July 3, 9, 17, 24, 31
During these work days, the trail will be closed from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thank you for your patience as the City's Parks Division works to improve the Mills Canyon area. Please call 650-558-7330 with any questions.
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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.
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English Conversation Group
Study Room D, Burlingame Main Library, 480 Primrose Rd.
Wednesdays (through August 14), 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Intermediate English speakers are welcome to come and practice conversational English at the Library this summer. Some sessions will host guest speakers.
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Burlingame Shred Event
Saturday, June 29, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Parking Lot O, 410 California Drive
Proof of residency is required. This event will last until 1:00 p.m., or until the truck is full - whichever comes first.
Shredding Services
Paper documents
3 standard size banker boxes (10”x12”x15”) per household
e-Scrap Recycling
Not accepted: fans, heaters, smoke detectors, vacuums, cook tops, dishwashers, microwaves, ovens, stoves, refrigerators, freezers, or household hazardous waste.
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Keep Cool with a Frozen, JR. Performance
Friday, July 5 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, July 6 at 1:00 p.m.
Burlingame Intermediate School Auditorium, 1715 Quesada Way, Burlingame
Burlingame Parks and Recreation’s summer musical camp is pleased to present Frozen, JR., the enchanting modern classic from Disney. Come see Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle come to life onstage.
The show features all of the songs from the animated film including “
Do You Want to Build a Snowman”, “
Let It Go”, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production. Loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
This production is free and open to the public! No tickets are necessary. Cathy Foxhoven is the Director, John Collaros is the musical director, and Diane Silven created the choreography. The performance features 27 Burlingame, Millbrae, and San Mateo students, ages 8-14. For more information, e-mail iambasque@gmail.com, or call 650-697-6936.
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Music in the Park
Sundays in July, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Washington Park, 850 Burlingame Ave.
The Music in the Park concert series is brought to you by the Burlingame Parks and Recreation Department, Veolia Water, and Facebook. All concerts are free! Bring your chair or blanket. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. There will be face painting, a food vendor, and sweet treats. Also, the Burlingame Art Society will be on-site hosting open houses at each concert to display some of their amazing artwork. Check out the City’s
Music in the Park web page for more details!
Thank you Veolia Water North America for 16 consecutive years of sponsorship! Veolia generously donated $5,000 to the Parks and Recreation Department so that it could continue to offer free, quality concerts for all to enjoy!
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Community Events
(events not sponsored by the City of Burlingame)
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Annual Garden Show
Sunday, June 30, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
792 Willborough Road
Plan to visit Burlingame’s historic Willborough neighborhood during John Ward’s annual garden show featuring a wide plant palette with unusual perennials and vines, container gardening, and antique ironwork. Visitors will see more than 1,000 plant species in beds and containers throughout the landscape, including a striking succulent garden! Chris Takemori of Golden Nursery will present insights and tips on good gardening techniques at 3:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Burlingame Library Foundation and CALL Primrose.
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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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