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BURLINGAME CITY COUNCIL
Approved Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting on April 1, 2024
1. CALL TO ORDER
A duly noticed meeting of the Burlingame City Council was held on the above date in person and via Zoom
at 7:00 p.m.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
The pledge of allegiance was led by Peninsula Clean Energy CEO Shawn Marshall.
3. ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Beach, Brownrigg, Colson, Ortiz, Stevenson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
There were no requests.
5. REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION
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PROPERTY: 1200-1340 OLD BAYSHORE HIGHWAY, BURLINGAME, CALIFORNIA 94010
AGENCY NEGOTIATORS: CITY MANAGER LISA K. GOLDMAN AND CITY ATTORNEY MICHAEL GUINA
NEGOTIATING PARTIES: CITY OF BURLINGAME; DW BURLINGAME VENTURE, LLC — DIVCOWEST
UNDER NEGOTIATIONS: PRICE AND TERMS OF REAL ESTATE NEGOTIATIONS
Vice Mayor Beach recused herself from this item due to a potential conflict of economic interest.
City Attorney Guina stated that direction was given, but no reportable action was taken.
6. UPCOMING EVENTS
Mayor Colson reviewed upcoming events in the city.
7. PRESENTATIONS
a. UPDATE FROM PENINSULA CLEAN ENERGY ("PC
Peninsula Clean Energy ("PCE") CEO Shawn Marshall thanked Mayor Colson for all her work on PCE.
Ms. Marshall explained that PCE's number one priority is to provide affordable energy rates during this
time of historic high energy rates. She noted that:
• PCE's electric generation rates are currently 10-15% lower than PG&E's rates
• PCE has frozen rates through at least June 2024
• PCE is examining its rate design to reflect the cost of service with the goal of deeper discounts than
its traditional 5%
Ms. Marshall stated that PCE's energy is the cleanest in the state. She noted that California has a very high
emissions factor, at around 450 pounds of carbon per megawatt hour. PCE's has dropped to 100 percent
clean.
Ms. Marshall explained that PCE has been supporting home electrification:
• PCE's 0% loan provides $10,000 towards home electrification
o Easy application and monthly repayment on utility bill
o Over 400 loans issued since 2023
• Customer rebates: 2500+ appliances installed since 2021 (5x increase)
• One -stop -shop electrification concierge services upcoming
• Nearly 1,000 electric vehicle chargers installed in service territory since 2021; 3,500 more in pipeline
• 522 customer rebates issued for used EVs since 2019
• Nearly 800 a -bike rebates since 2021
Ms. Marshall stated that the Board approved two new local government funding programs. One is an
electrification program that has a loan component as well as a grant matching component. The other is a
new Member Agency Grant Program that allocates surplus revenue based on size and load usage, which for
Burlingame comes out to around $500,000.
Ms. Marshall gave an overview of some partnership highlights:
• County -wide Climate Action Plan Funding
• GovEV: EV fleet support to meet CARB clean fleet standards and EV charging infrastructure
• GovPV:
o Round 1: 12 projects
o Round 2: 30-40 projects with 6MWh battery
• GovBE: Local Government Electrification Program
Next, Ms. Marshall reviewed Burlingame highlights:
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• 15,584 active PCE accounts; 98% participation rate
• Over $7.2 million saved by Burlingame customers since 2016
• 71 EV chargers installed with 61 in pipeline
• 16 Youth Climate Ambassadors from Burlingame
• $540K available through member agency energy grant program
• Mayor Donna Colson and Councilmember Michael Brownrigg represent Burlingame on the PCE
Board of Directors, with Councilmember Brownrigg as the alternate
Ms. Marshall reviewed new developments for 2024:
• Community reinvestment package of $68 million
• Enhanced programs and services to make electrification easier and less expensive
• Upward trajectory toward 100% renewable energy by 2030 in order to keep customer rates low
• Caltrain electrification in fall 2024
• Customer -centric approach to everything PCE does
Vice Mayor Beach praised PCE for offering rebates for low-income customers as PG&E is increasing rates.
Councilmember Stevenson asked what it means for an organization like Caltrain to adopt the program. Ms.
Marshall responded PCE is delighted to have Caltrain join PCE. She noted that PCE does not have to
procure more power for Caltrain in order to bring them in. She added that PCE is not providing 100% of
Caltrain's power load, only a certain percentage. She stated that PCE is hoping to contract with the San
Mateo Community College District.
Mayor Colson stated the City of Burlingame is on the Eco100 Plan, which means 100 percent greenhouse
gas free and renewable.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
A resident thanked Council for promoting cycling throughout Burlingame. He wanted to bring to attention
the intersection of Broadway and Rollins Road as it is unsafe for cyclists.
9. APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Colson asked the Councilmembers and the public if they wished to remove any item from the
Consent Calendar. No items were removed.
Vice Mayor Beach made a motion to approve the Consent Calendar; seconded by Councilmember Ortiz.
The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, 5-0.
a. AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA TREE SOLUTIONS FOR THE 2024 EUCALYPTUS TREE WORK ALONG
CALIFORNIA DRIVE IN THE AMOUNT OF $94.680: INCREASE THE PARKS DIVISION CONTRACTUAL
SERVICES OPERATING BUDGET APPROPRIATION BY $94,680
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Parks and Recreation Director Glomstad requested Council adopt Resolution Number 037-2024.
b. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH OPENGOV, INC. TO PROVIDE
ASSET MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE SERVICES FOR THE MAINTENANCE DIVISIONS OF THE PUBLIC
WORKS AND PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $227,213.79 FOR A
THREE-YEAR PERIOD AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
Parks and Recreation Director Glomstad and Public Works Director Murtuza requested Council adopt
Resolution Number 038-2024.
ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE 2023 SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM IN THE
AMOUNT OF $641,930 BY R&S CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, INC., CITY PROJECT NO. 86450
Public Works Director Murtuza requested Council adopt Resolution Number 039-2024.
d. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO LEVY BROADWAY AREA BUSINESS
IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25; SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING
FOR MAY 6. 2024: AND APPROVING THE DISTRICT'S ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2023-24
Finance Director Yu -Scott requested Council adopt Resolution Number 040-2024.
e. ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CORRECTION TO THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT
PLAN FOR THE CITY OF BURLINGAME DEPARTMENT HEAD AND UNREPRESENTED
CLASSIFICATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE PLAN ON BEHALF OF
THE CITY
Human Resources Director Saguisag-Sid requested Council adopt Resolution Number 41-2024.
f. APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL FOR THE PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR AND
RECREATION MANAGER TO ATTEND THE NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARKS ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Parks and Recreation Director Glomstad requested Council approve of out-of-state travel for the Parks and
Recreation Director and the Recreation Manager to attend the National Recreation and Parks Association
Annual Conference.
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10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ADJUSTING THE STORM DRAINAGE FEE FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 BY 2.0% BASED ON THE CPI - SAN FRANCISCO AREA AS PUBLISHED ON
MARCH 12, 2024
Finance Director Yu -Scott explained that every year, Council is required to hold a public hearing to set the
storm drainage fee for the upcoming fiscal year. The ordinance states that the price shall not increase
more than 2% per year. She explained that the 2024 Consumer Price Index (CPI) is 2.4%. She
recommended Council approve increasing the storm drainage fee by 2% for FY 2024-25.
Mayor Colson opened the public hearing. No one spoke.
Councilmember Brownrigg made a motion to adopt Resolution Number 042-2024; seconded by
Councilmember Stevenson. The motion passed unanimously by roll call vote, 5-0.
b. 1200 -1340 OLD BAYSHORE HIGHWAY, PENINSULA CROSSING PROJECT ADOPTION OF A
RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (FEIR) INCLUDING A
WATER SUPPLY ASSESSMENT (WSA) FOR AN APPLICATION FOR COMMERCIAL DESIGN REVIEW,
SPECIAL PERMITS FOR BUILDING HEIGHT AND DEVELOPMENT UNDER TIER 3/COMMUNITY
BENEFITS. A VESTING TENTATIVE MAP AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR A NEW
OFFICE/RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, CONSISTING OF THREE 11-STORY
OFFICE/RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT BUILDINGS AND TWO 10- AND 10.5-STORY PARKING
STRUCTURES ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR COMMERCIAL
DESIGN REVIEW, SPECIAL PERMITS FOR BUILDING HEIGHT AND DEVELOPMENT UNDER TIER
3/COMMUNITY BENEFITS, A VESTING TENTATIVE MAP FOR A NEW OFFICE/RESEARCH &
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT, CONSISTING OF THREE 11-STORY OFFICE/RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
BUILDINGS AND TWO 10- AND 10.5-STORY PARKING STRUCTURES INTRODUCTION AND FIRST
READING OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF BURLINGAME AND PROPERTY OWNERS (DW BURLINGAME I OWNER LLC; DW
BURLINGAME II OWNER LLC; I OWNER A LLC; DW BURLINGAME II OWNERS B LLC; AND DW
BURLINGAME II OWNER LLC)
Vice Mayor Beach recused herself from this item due to a potential conflict of interest.
City Attorney Guina outlined the three actions that staff was recommending Council take:
1. Adopt the following Resolution: "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Burlingame Certifying
the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for an Application for Commercial Design Review,
Special Permits for Building Height and Development Under Tier 3/Community Benefits, Vesting
Tentative Map, and Development Agreement for a New Development Project, Consisting of Three
11-Story Office/Research and Development Buildings and Two 10- and 10.5-Story Parking Structures
at 1200-1340 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame, and Adoption of a Water Supply Assessment
Prepared for the Project."
2. Adopt the following Resolution: "Resolution of the City Council of the City of Burlingame Approving
an Application for Commercial Design Review, Special Permits for Height and Development Under
Tier 3/Community Benefits, and Vesting Tentative Map, for a New Development Project, Consisting
of Three 11-Story Office/Research and Development Buildings and Two 10- and 10.5-story Parking
Structures at 1200-1340 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame."
3. Introduce and adopt the first reading of the following ordinance: "An Ordinance of the City of
Burlingame Adopting a Development Agreement by and Between the City of Burlingame and DW
Burlingame I Owner LLC; DW Burlingame II Owner LLC; DW Burlingame II Owner A LLC; DW
Burlingame 11 Owner B LLC; and DW Burlingame III Owner LLC, Related to the Development Project
at 1200-1340 Old Bayshore Highway."
Contract planner for the City, Kelly Beggs, reviewed the timeline of the project:
■ Spring 2022
• March 4: Planning application submitted
• April 23: Joint Planning Commission/City Council Study Session
■ Summer 2022
• August 12 to September 12: Notice of Preparation Review Period
• August 22: Planning Commission scoping meeting
■ Fall2022
• Application review/environmental analysis
■ Winter 2023
• February 13: Planning Commission design review study and pre -application
development agreement study session
■ Spring/Summer 2023
• Application review/environmental analysis
■ Fall 2023
• September 20 to November 9: Draft Environmental Impact Report (EIR) public
comment period
• October 23: Draft EIR public comment hearing
■ Winter 2023
• March 1: Final EIR publication
• April 1: City Council Public Hearing
Ms. Beggs stated that the project location is bounded to the south by Airport Boulevard, the east by the
San Francisco Bay, the north by an existing office building, and the west by Old Bayshore Highway. She
noted that Easton Creek runs through the project site. She explained that the Bay Trail terminates at the
north of the project site and resumes at the southern end. She stated that the project site is designated
Bayfront Commercial by the General Plan and is part of the Bayfront Commercial District.
Ms. Beggs gave a high-level overview of the project:
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• Three 11-story office/research and development buildings
• 1,415,000 square feet total office/R&D buildings
• 5,000 square feet of restaurant space
• Two 10 and 10.5 story parking structures with 3,400 spaces
• Bay trail, open space, public amenities
• North parking structure - 1,632 spaces
• North building — 620,700 square feet
• Center building — 437,300 square feet
• South parking structure — 1,768 spaces
• South building — 362,000 square feet containing room for two restaurants
Ms. Beggs reviewed the requested entitlements for the project:
• Commercial design review permit
• Special permit for height
• Special permit for 2.71 floor area ratio (FAR)
• Vesting tentative map
• Development Agreement
• EIR Certification
Ms. Beggs explained that the project landscaping exceeds the 20% code requirement at 26.2%. She noted
that 195 new trees would be planted; all would be 24-inch box size or greater.
Ms. Beggs reviewed the proposed improvements to Old Bayshore Highway that this project would provide:
• New Class IV Bike Lane
• Two passenger loading zones
• New sidewalk, curb, and gutter improvements and lighting
• New signalized intersection and crosswalks at entrance to north parking structure
• Reconfiguration of Highway 101 on/off ramp
• New crosswalk and signal optimalization at Airport Boulevard and Old Bayshore Highway
intersection
Ms. Beggs explained the environmental review and the CEQA process. She stated that the EIR found the
effects are less than significant with mitigation:
Air Quality
Construction Emissions Minimization; Off -Road Equipment Tiers; Haul Truck Tiers;
Exterior and Interior Paint; Zero -Emission Landscaping Equipment
Biological
Worker Environmental Awareness Training; Seasonal In -Water Restrictions; Fish
Resources
Exclusion at Dewatering Sites; Nesting Bird Protection Measures; Avoidance and
Minimization Measures for Bats; In -Situ Restoration of Temporary Impacts;
Compensatory Mitigation for Permanent Impacts;
Cultural
Cultural Resources Awareness Training; Inadvertent Discovery of Cultural Resources;
Resources
Inadvertent Discovery of Human Remains
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Greenhouse
Construction Emissions Minimization; Off -Road Equipment Tiers; Haul Truck Tiers;
Gas Emissions
Exterior and Interior Paint; Zero -Emission Landscaping Equipment
Hazards and
Construction Soil and Groundwater Management Plan
Hazardous
Materials
Hydrology and
Construction Soil and Groundwater Management Plan
Water Quality
Utilities and
Contribute to Water Conservation Programs under the City's Development Offset
Service Systems
Program
Ms. Beggs discussed the final EIR public comments received on the draft EIR:
• 16 comment letters total:
o 3 comment letters from public agencies
o 13 letters or comments from individuals
• Comment topics:
o Traffic and transportation
o Pedestrian and cyclist safety
o Public access and amenities
o Habitat enhancement
o Bird strike prevention
o Lighting
o Aesthetics, and
o Building height and massing
• All comments responded to in writing in the Final EIR
• No substantive issues were raised by the comments to cause recirculation or major revisions to the
Draft EIR
Ms. Beggs stated that the traffic analysis is no longer part of CEQA and is done under a separate Vehicle
Miles Traveled Report. She explained that the City requested a Level of Service (LOS) analysis. She
reviewed those findings:
• Intersections studied:
o Old Bayshore Highway / US- 101 Northbound Ramps / South Parcel Project Driveway
o Old Bayshore Highway / Airport Boulevard / Broadway
o Broadway / US-101 Southbound Ramps
o Broadway / Rollins Road
o Old Bayshore Highway / North Parcel Project Driveway (Project Scenario Only)
She explained that the LOS analysis was done at the intersections without the project impacts and then
with the project impacts. She noted that the only difference was at the Broadway/Rollins Road intersection
in the morning hours, moving up from an F grade without the project to an E grade with the project. She
stated that as part of the development agreement, the project will be contributing to the Broadway Grade
Separation Project.
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Ms. Beggs reviewed the development agreement (DA):
• Term: initial 10-year term with the possibility of two 5-year extensions based upon the applicant
meeting certain construction milestones
• Phasing: the project will be constructed in three phases consisting of the following: the North
Building and Northern Parking Structure (Northern Phase), the Center Building and Southern Parking
Structure (Center Phase), and the South Building (Southern Phase)
Ms. Beggs explained that the DA has stipulated community benefits associated with each phase that have
to be completed with that private development piece. One such requirement is a complete delivery of a
bay trail through the site within three years of all required approvals. She noted that the improvements
with Easton Creek must be completed within Phase One or Phase Two. She reviewed other community
benefits in the DA:
• Public plaza: 7,800 SF plaza and bay overlooks at the corner of Airport Boulevard and Old Bayshore
Highway including terraced seating along the tidal salt marsh
• 5.5 acres of publicly accessible park space: public open space with amenities including a nature
play/discovery area, shoreline exploration area, outdoor fitness area, public restrooms and seating,
bike share, and drinking fountains
• Cultural, arts, and events spaces: public art, interpretive signage and story boards, airplane viewing
platform, public restaurant
• Shuttle service to serve the project site along Old Bayshore Highway
• Sea Level Rise ("SLR") infrastructure exceeding the requirements of BMC section 25.12.050,
including raising of the shoreline, Bay Trail, and park areas to a minimum elevation of 17 feet
• Contribution of $3.5 million toward the City's Broadway Grade Separation Project to reduce traffic
on Broadway
Next, Ms. Beggs discussed the Planning Commission recommendations to City Council:
• EIR Certification and Development Agreement: 6 ayes, 1 absent
Design Permit, Special Permits, and Vesting Tentative Map: 5 ayes, 1 nay, 1 absent
o Multiple Commissioners requested that the Project provide additional public parking spaces
prior to City Council review.
Ms. Beggs stated that in response to the Planning Commission's request for more public parking, the
project revised its public parking proposal to include:
• 40 permanent public stalls (Southern Parking Structure): open to the public 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.,
7 days a week
• At least 210 additional public stalls (Southern Parking Structure): open to the public 6:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays, and state legal
holidays
Mayor Colson stated that Council has had a lot of discussion about the project over the last two years.
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Councilmember Brownrigg stated that Council has spent a lot of time looking at the economics of the
project but hasn't had much chance to look at the aesthetics of the project. He asked about the aesthetics
of the parking structures and if there is a similar parking structure elsewhere. Ms. Beggs responded that
that would be a question for the applicant team.
Councilmember Brownrigg asked about the balconies on the bayside of the buildings. Ms. Beggs deferred
to the applicant team.
DivcoWest representative Virginia Calkins thanked the Council for the opportunity to present. She noted
that the current site has no public land and a creek that is decaying. She stated that the proposed project
will revitalize the area and give the public a place to enjoy. She reviewed the major updates to the project
from its inception:
• Buildings downsized to 2.7 FAR (150,000 gsf less than allowed)
• Narrower buildings and reduced garage footprints
• Wider open spaces and view corridors
• 20-foot wide Bay Trail
• Reoriented Bay Trail for more focus on natural areas
• Increased shoreline habitat area
• Added public amenities
• Second restaurant, airplane viewing platform, public restrooms
• Picnic terrace, additional public plazas, trellises, seating
Ms. Calkins stated that the current site elevation is 11-feet above sea level, with a potential 2070 Storm
Scenario having a surge of 13.8 feet, leaving most of the site 2 to 3 feet below the water. She explained
that the project would raise the site elevation to 16 to 17 feet above sea level, with a potential 2070 Storm
Scenario leaving most of the site 2 to 3 feet above the water. She noted that the site integrates sea level
rise mitigation efforts into the landscape design to give the site a more natural look and feel.
Ms. Calkins stated that DivcoWest is committed to funding a public shuttle to Millbrae BART. She explained
that the project will also upgrade some existing infrastructure along Old Bayshore Highway and Airport
Boulevard. She added that there would be 620-plus bicycle parking spaces throughout the site, and 3,800
linear feet of public access paths.
Ms. Calkins stated that the South Gateway Plaza would be a gathering place for the public, with lots of open
space. She noted there would be a public restaurant with indoor/outdoor seating. She added that the Bay
Trail and shoreline would be a place for kids to hang out and enjoy nature.
Ms. Calkins explained that the chosen materials for the buildings are earthtone inspired for the lower
portions of the buildings, and the materials above are ethereal, relating to the sky. She noted that the
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buildings were designed with bird safety in mind. She added that the buildings are greenhouse gas
efficient, and the landscaping is drought tolerant.
Ms. Calkins discussed the phasing of the project. She stated that phase one includes the completion of the
Bay Trail, improvements to Easton Creek, the Southern Plaza, and the Center Building and Southern Parking
Structure, along with improvements to Old Bayshore Highway. She noted that phase two includes the
completion of the South Building, and phase three is the North Building and Northern Parking Structure.
Sam Noons, an architect brought on by DivcoWest, explained that there are multiple materials being
utilized for the parking structures. He explained that the aluminum provides a screen, and the concrete
behind allows for different colors to be displayed as the sun moves along the sky.
Councilmember Brownrigg asked about the reflectivity of the aluminum. Mr. Noons replied that the
material is tested against the realities of the site.
Councilmember Brownrigg asked about the curtain glass and worried about the reflection and the lack of
balconies on the Old Bayshore side. WRNS representative Ben Mickus replied that the lack of balconies on
the Old Bayshore side is due to wind and sound. He added that the wind on the Old Bayshore side would
make the balconies unusable. He noted that due to a higher noise standard in the City, the Old Bayshore
side has upgraded glass in order to keep the interior noise level down. He stated that the glass design
choice is to make it look like multiple smaller buildings and not one large building. He explained that the
differennt spacing between the glass is for bird safety and to break up the sense of scale.
Councilmember Ortiz asked about the impact of wind on the green spaces. Ms. Calkins replied that
DivcoWest conducted a wind analysis on the site and found that there will be 50% more comfortable
spaces at the site from the wind.
Councilmember Stevenson asked about the light penetration through the buildings and if the community
space would be in the dark. Ms. Calkins replied that a lot of thought went into minimizing the shadowing
on the public spacing and balancing the shadowing on different areas. She noted that DivcoWest has
gained a lot of experience through other projects and that it has applied it to this one.
Mayor Colson asked about the offered shuttle service. Ms. Calkins replied that the shuttle service is for
public use.
Mayor Colson asked if DivcoWest would work with the City to potentially build some sort of storyboard to
document the history of the area. Ms. Calkins replied in the affirmative.
Mayor Colson opened public comment.
Andrew asked if parking would be free. He also voiced concern about the project's timeline coinciding with
the Broadway Grade Separation Project.
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Mark discussed potential traffic issues as a result of the project's construction.
NorCal Carpenters representative Ms. Brown voiced her support for the project.
Bay Planning Coalition representative Cameron voiced his support for the project.
A Local 217 representative voiced his support for the project.
Burlingame Chamber of Commerce CEO Susan Baker and Ross Bruce voiced their support for the project.
Susan discussed her concern with the height of the buildings and that it would obscure views of the Bay.
(Comment submitted via publiccomment@burlingame.org)
Mayor Colson closed public comment.
Ms. Calkins stated that the public parking would be free.
Ms. Calkins addressed the question regarding the timing of the project in connection with the Broadway
Grade Separation. She stated that the project's phasing starts in the middle as the 101 intersection
upgrades are key to the project, and they wanted to get that done early.
Ms. Calkins addressed the question regarding the issue of traffic. She stated that DivcoWest studied the
intersections in the area at the City's request. She noted that the project will improve traffic in some areas
with the change in signal optimization and intersection geometry.
Councilmember Brownrigg asked about access to the Bay Trail during the early phases of the project. Ms.
Calkins replied that with the completion of the first phase, the Bay Trail will be a continuous 20-foot-wide
pavement path. She stated that throughout construction, they are committed to pedestrian safety.
Councilmember Ortiz commented that the project is out by the Bay and away from most of the
neighborhoods, so traffic impacts should be smaller. He added that he is comfortable with the design, and
that it fits with what they envisioned for the Bayfront. He worried about the timing of the development
agreement and fears the City could be giving the developers a license to build for 20 years.
Councilmember Brownrigg stated that this project helps realize the vision of the General Plan that was
started almost 10 years ago. He explained that the buildings are large, but that in order to realize and
maximize the potential of the available space, the buildings had to be large. He believed this project would
be a place people will want to go to and enjoy. He voiced support for the project.
Councilmember Stevenson stated that the process for the project was eye opening for him. He appreciated
all the hard work that went into making this happen.
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Mayor Colson discussed the importance of the connected Bay Trail and the project's commitment to sea
level rise resiliency. She noted that this project will help mitigate flooding along the Bayfront.
Councilmember Brownrigg made a motion to adopt Resolution Number 043-2024; seconded by
Councilmember Ortiz. The motion passed by roll call vote, 4-0-1. (Vice Mayor Beach was recused.)
Councilmember Ortiz made a motion to adopt Resolution Number 044-2024; seconded by Councilmember
Stevenson. The motion passed by roll call vote, 4-0-1. (Vice Mayor Beach was recused.)
Councilmember Stevenson made a motion to bring back the proposed ordinance for a second reading;
seconded by Mayor Colson. The motion passed by roll call vote, 4-0-1. (Vice Mayor Beach was recused.)
11. STAFF REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
There were no staff reports.
12. COUNCIL COMMITTEE AND ACTIVITIES REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council reviewed their committee appointments.
13. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
There were no future agenda items.
14. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The agendas, packets, and meeting minutes for the Planning Commission, Traffic, Safety & Parking
Commission, Beautification Commission, Parks & Recreation Commission, and Library Board of Trustees are
available online at www.burlingame.org.
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Colson adjourned the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/
Meaghan Hassel -Shearer
City Clerk
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