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Sunday, March 10, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Sunday, March 10, 2013

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News & General Info

Spring forward on a Sunday in March

The good news — it’s going to be a warm, gorgeous spring like day in March for the Media City. On the flip side, thanks to Daylight Saving Time, Burbankers, and most folks living in the U.S., lost an hour of sleep — when the clocks were turned ahead an hour at 2 a.m. However, you get it back in […]

Saturday, March 9, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Saturday, March 9, 2013

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Updated: Burbank on Parade needs volunteers

Burbank on Parade, that all volunteer, action-packed, annual community event, is preparing to roll down West Olive Avenue on Saturday April 6, 2013. However, there is still a lot of work to be done. Right now, there’s a critical need for volunteers, especially those with the skills to help build the floats. That means painters, carpenters, and artists. “We need […]

Friday, March 8, 2013

By Janet Strong Friday, March 8, 2013

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A Strong View: Fighting for respect from city hall

Recently, I was listening to one of the Burbank council meetings. A gentleman speaking on behalf of his neighbors asked for help with an ongoing problem of parking on their street. Some neighbors have driveways and others do not. This dilemma has some neighbors overlapping other folks’ driveways in order to park and is causing problems for city trash pick […]

Thursday, March 7, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, March 7, 2013

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Talk of the Town: Measure “S” victory and Burbank primary fallout

Victory for Measure “S” Supporters of Measure “S” in Burbank are celebrating victory. The numbers for Tuesday’s election are out and the improve Burbank schools measure won easily with 4, 053 “Yes” votes — which amounted to 61.45% of the tally. They needed 55% for approval. The $110 million bond will be funded by a property tax of $55 annually […]

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, March 5, 2013

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Election Day: The fate of Measure “S” to be decided

Measure “S” is on the ballot in Burbank today. The measure would give the Burbank Unified School District Board of Education the go-ahead to issue $110 million in bonds for school upgrades and improvements. Independent citizens oversight and annual audits are part of the provisions. Measure “S” requires a 55% vote for passage.

Thursday, February 28, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, February 28, 2013

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Statement from newly elected Burbank councilman Bob Frutos

The Bob Frutos for City Council campaign emailed me this statement, from the candidate, today. Here it is: Dear Burbank Supporters, I am gratified and humbled beyond words at the outpouring of the support and confidence you have shown me in our primary election. I truly feel I am blessed, not only to live in a wonderful city like Burbank, but […]

Thursday, February 28, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Thursday, February 28, 2013

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City Buzz: Frutos wins big in primary, run-off surprises, and ballot count debacle

Burbank voters have spoken loud and clear. What did they demand? Change on the Burbank City Council, where an entrenched council majority, led by 20-year- incumbent, Dave Golonski, is now on shaky ground. The reason, the election of Bob Frutos, who was the only candidate to win a seat on the council in Tuesday’s Primary Nominating Election. A candidate must […]

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

By Fronnie Lewis Tuesday, February 26, 2013

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Election Day: Burbank Primary Nominating Election

Monday, February 25, 2013

By Janet Strong Monday, February 25, 2013

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A Strong View: Why you should vote

When was the last time you voted? I know many of you have no interest in voting and haven’t done so in years. Burbank has an election on Tuesday, February 26, 2013. We (the residents) have a chance to make a difference in the inner workings of our community by voting. The positions available are city clerk, city treasurer, three city […]