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Approved Minutes August 4, 2022 — Special Meeting
The scheduled special meeting of the Beautification Commission was called to order via Zoom at 6:43 pm
by Chair Kirchner.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chair Kirchner, Commissioners Bauer, Chu, and Batte (arrived at 6:59 pm)
Absent: Commissioner Ribera
Staff. Parks and Recreation Director Glomstad, Parks Superintendent/City Arborist Disco,
Recording Secretary Borba
Others: None
REPORTS — Moved Before Old Business for the Good of the Order
1. Parks Superintendent/City Arborist Disco
City Arborist Disco discussed the eight decayed Eucalyptus trees being removed on Oak Grove
Avenue, between Carolan Avenue and Linden Avenue, stating that they will be replaced with Red
Oaks during the fall planting this year. He explained that water use reduction had been implemented
in the City parks except for Washington Park, which is on a well. He mentioned that the grand opening
of Victoria Park occurred a couple of months back and that the next project will be Alpine Park,
expected to go out for bids at the end of August 2022.
2. Parks and Recreation Director Glomstad
Director Glomstad stated that on Friday, November 4, 2022, the Commissioner Dinner would be
hosted at the new community center. Further, she explained that Commissioner Bauer and
Commissioner Batte's terms would be up this fall, and if they are inclined to re -apply, they must do
so by the September 2, 2022 deadline.
Chair Kirchner asked about the upcoming City event and if volunteers were needed. Director Glomstad
explained that Burlingame on the Avenue would be held on Saturday, August 20, and Sunday, August
21, and encouraged any commissioner interested in volunteering to join City staff.
3. Commissioner Kirchner
None
4. Commissioner Bauer
None
5. Commissioner Batte
None
6. Commissioner Chu
None
7. Commissioner Ribera
Absent
OLD BUSINESS
1. Trees of Burlingame Ad Hoc Committee Members Update
Chair Kirchner reported that he completed the chapter titled `Burlingame Elm's" and it is available
for review.
2. Business Landscape Award (BLA) and Residential Sustainable Landscape Award (RSLA)
Outline
Director Glomstad shared the list of Residential Sustainable Landscape Award (RSLA) nominees and
photos of each with the Commission. Commissioner Chu suggested that each commissioner vote for
their top two nominees in the first round of voting and then vote between the overall top two nominees.
Chair Kirchner voted for 1600 Ray Drive and 385 Lexington Way. Commissioner Bauer agreed and
voted for the same two properties. Commissioner Chu stated that his top two choices were 1600 Ray
Drive and 385 Lexington Way. Chair Kirchner reported that 1600 Ray Drive was consistent, and the
maintenance had been wonderful. He stated that 385 Lexington Way was smaller with a great design
and was very colorful.
Commissioner Bauer reported that the only drawback she saw with 1600 Ray Drive was that the front
of the property was sparse and lacked landscaping, whereas 385 Lexington Way was more consistent
throughout the property. However, she stated that both were very attractive, colorful, and sustainable
representations. Chair Kirchner agreed with Commissioner Bauer and stated he would consider 385
Lexington Way his favorite. Commissioner Chu stated he had a slight preference for 1600 Ray Drive,
which is where his vote would go. Commissioner Batte stated that 1600 Ray Drive would be her first
preference. Chair Kirchner confirmed that he could change his vote to 1600 Ray Drive to break a tie
if necessary.
Commissioner Bauer moved to nominate 1600 Ray Drive for the RSLA. The motion was
seconded by Commissioner Batte and was approved 4-0-1.
Director Glomstad shared the Business Landscape Award (BLA) nominees with the Commission.
Chair Kirchner stated his vote was for 1501 Trousdale Drive. He explained that it was maintained
beautifully. His second vote would default to 398 Primrose Road if he had to pick one. Commissioner
Bauer reported that her vote was for 398 Primrose Road or 411 Primrose Road, leaning towards small
businesses instead of larger ones. Commissioner Chu stated that his first choice was 1501 Trousdale
Drive due to its large impact on Burlingame. He believed it would be an eyesore when imagining the
counterfactual of a poor job on landscaping and maintenance. He stated that his second choice would
be 865 Burlway Road because it was very sustainable and drought tolerant. He also reported that his
hesitation with 398 Primrose Road was due to the topped trees he observed. Lastly, Commissioner
Chu reported that 863 Mitten Road has completely changed its landscaping and would no longer
nominate them. Commissioner Batte stated she was leaning towards the small businesses as well, and
her first choice was 398 Primrose Road, and her second choice was 411 Primrose Rd.
Commissioner Batte moved to nominate 398 Primrose Road (Green Banker Realty) for the BLA.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Bauer and was approved 3-1-1.
Discussion ensued regarding the awarded wooden plaque and watercolor painting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:14 pm. The next Beautification Commission
meeting is on September 1, 2022.
Respectfully submitted,
Veronica Flores
Administrative Staff