The City of Burbank is proud to recognize the 2026 Employees of the Year! Join us in congratulating: 🌟 Mary Movsesyan (Public Information Office), Employee of the Year 🌟 Firefighter Paramedic Brennan Blazer, Firefighter of the Year 🌟 Sergeant Aaron Denning, Police Officer of the Year These employees exemplify the dedication, professionalism, and commitment to the highest standards of public service. Through their leadership, they reflect the values that make Burbank the best place to live, work, and thrive.👏 Learn more about this year’s honorees and nominees by visiting burbankca.gov/2026-employees…

🚍🚏 Ride BurbankBus for FREE on Election Day, November 3. Whether you’re heading to the polls or getting around town, All burbankbus fares will be waived including fixed-route and senior and disabled transit services. Find your route at burbankca.gov/burbankbus

📽️ Check out this week's Mayor's Minute with Mayor Tamala Takahashi to learn about what items will be discussed at the October 27, 2026 City Council Meeting. 🔗 Full Agenda Available Here: bit.ly/4ildt2u

🔔 Reminder: Judging night will take place TONIGHT, October 26. Winners and spooktacular mentions will be announced later this week. Good luck to all contestants! Burbank residents may vote for their Fan Favorite by 5:00PM on October 28. Winner will be announced on Halloween via City of Burbank social platforms! surveymonkey.com/r/FanFavori… 📢 Please remember, as you decorate for friends, family, and visitors to enjoy your display, please be mindful of neighbors, traffic, and overall safety. We encourage participants to help ensure the holiday fun remains a safe and enjoyable experience for the whole community.

In recognition of World Polio Day on October 24, City Hall and the @burbankh2opower Admin Building are lit in red to join communities worldwide in raising awareness and supporting ongoing efforts to eradicate polio.

🏡 The next FREE Housing Rights Clinic will be held virtually on Thursday, October 29 from 3–6PM. Housing Rights Center staff will be available to answer questions about landlord and tenant issues, fair housing, rent increases, tenant protections, and more. 📍 Virtual Clinic: October 29 | 3-6PM 🔗 Join here: bit.ly/4ifhdCO ☎ Questions? Contact the Housing Rights Center at 1 (800)-477-5977 or email [email protected]

🌨️ What can Burbank expect from El Niño this winter? Eric Baumgardner, Emergency Management Coordinator at @BurbankFire , shares important information about what residents may expect and simple steps to prepare before the next storm arrives. ✅ Clear gutters, downspouts, and drains. ✅ Gather emergency supplies and make a plan. ✅ Stay informed and sign up for emergency alerts at readyburbank.org 🚨

The City of Burbank will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, November 10 at 6PM to consider the Media District Specific Plan Update (MDSP). Members of the public may comment in person, by telephone, or by submitting an eComment. A Staff Report and Meeting Agenda will be available on the city’s website prior to the Public Hearing: bit.ly/4xcZgtQ 📅 November 10 | 6PM 📍 Burbank City Hall – Council Chambers 275 E Olive Ave (2nd Floor) 📧 Email the Project Lead, Amanda Landry, at [email protected] 👉 View staff reports & agendas on the city’s website: bit.ly/4xcZgtQ 🔗 Sign-up for city-wide e-mail notifications: burbankca.gov/email-notifica… To learn about the Project’s background and milestones, visit the MDSP project website: burbankmediadistrictsp.squar…

How does Burbank’s hotel tax compare with nearby cities? Burbank’s hotel guest tax has remained at 10% since 1983. Measure C would update the rate to 12%, bringing Burbank closer to rates already in place in neighboring cities. Here’s a look at the regional comparison: 📍 Burbank – 10% today ➡️ 12% if Measure C is approved 📍 Glendale – 12% 📍 Pasadena – 12.11% The hotel tax is paid by visitors staying in Burbank hotels and motels, not Burbank residents. If approved, Measure C is estimated to generate approximately $3 million annually in locally controlled funding for City services. Learn more about Measure C before November 3 at BurbankCA.gov/measure-c.

⚠️🛑 Due to heavy rain, Stough Canyon and Wildwood Canyon hiking trails are closed Thursday, October 22, 2026. Trails will re-open once conditions are deemed safe for public use.

City of Burbank Municipal Election Notice of Nominees for Public Office and Measures to be Voted on Tuesday, November 3, 2026: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following persons have been nominated for the offices designated to be filled at the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Burbank on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Names of Nominees in the order in which they appear on the ballot: For Member of the City Council - Vote for No More Than Three (3) Jackie Waltman Samantha Wick Eddy Polon JT Parr Nikki Perez Jonathan Ontiveros David Phillip Donahue Nolan Southerland Robbie Brody Chris Yoosefi Mike Van Gorder Hovanes “Hov” Tonoyan Tamala Takahashi For City Clerk - Vote for No More Than One (1) Kimberley Clark For City Treasurer - Vote for No More Than One (1) Krystle Palmer NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following measures are to be voted on at the General Municipal Election to be held in the City of Burbank on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Measure(s) to be Voted On: CITY OF BURBANK CITY SERVICES MEASURE (MEASURE C): Yes or No To maintain services including fire, paramedic, police, 911 response; prepare for/respond to wildfires/other disasters; prevent property crimes; keep public areas/neighborhoods clean/safe; address homelessness; support youth programs, senior services, other general city services; shall the measure increasing Burbank’s transient occupancy tax, paid only by hotel/motel guests, from 10% to 12%, providing approximately $3,000,000 annually until ended by voters, requiring audits, spending disclosures, funds used locally, be adopted? CHARTER AMENDMENT (MEASURE CC): Yes or No Shall the Burbank City Charter be amended to remove the requirement for at-large elections of City Council members and permit the City’s electoral system to be specified by ordinance adopted by the City Council or by the voters by initiative? BY-DISTRICT COUNCIL ELECTIONS (MEASURE CD): Yes or No Shall the Ordinance be adopted adding Chapter 3 to Title 2 of the Municipal Code changing the City’s electoral system for City Council elections from at-large to by-district elections in the districts reflected in Map 130? Kimberley Clark Elections Official/City Clerk Date: October 21, 2026 Posted: October 21, 2026 For more information on candidates and measures in the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election, please visit: burbankca.gov/web/city-clerk…

The Burbank Winter Wine Walk is one month away 🍷 Get your tickets: burbankwinterwinewalk.com 📅 November 21, 2026 📍Downtown Burbank

📢📅 [10/21/26 UPDATE]: Due to rain in the forecast, judging night has been rescheduled to Monday, October 26. Winners will be announced sometime next week following judging night. Contestants, please check your email for full details.

On November 3, Burbank voters will consider two measures related to how members of the Burbank City Council are elected. Because Measures CC and CD are separate ballot questions, what happens next depends on how voters decide on both measures. Here’s how the possible outcomes work: ✅ YES CC + NO CD Burbank continues at-large elections, but the amended Charter provides flexibility for alternative election methods in the future, which could help the City adapt to changes in state or federal law and reduce the risk of future costly litigation. ❌ NO CC + YES CD Burbank continues at-large elections because Measure CD cannot take effect unless Measure CC also passes. ❌ BOTH MEASURES FAIL No change. Burbank continues its current at-large election system and the existing Charter requirements remain in place. ✅ BOTH MEASURES PASS Burbank transitions to by-district elections using Map 130, beginning with Districts 2 and 4 in 2028 and Districts 1, 3 and 5 in 2030. Learn more about each possible outcome before Election Day at BurbankCA.gov/election-measu….

Press Release: Burbank Launches New Streamlined Film Permit Application Process As part of this transition, all film permitting information, resources, and applications have been consolidated onto the City's website at burbankca.gov/FilmBurbank, replacing the previously used FilmBurbankCA.com website. Learn more here: burbankca.gov/newsroom/-/new…