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Community Announcements
Candidate Forum
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March 24, 2010
43rd
Assembly District Candidates' Forum
A
Special Election will be held on April 13, 2010 to fill the seat in California
State Assembly District 43 left vacant when Assembly Member Paul Krekorian won a
seat on the Los Angeles City Council.
The
Glendale/Burbank League of Women Voters will hold a Candidates' Forum on
Wednesday, March 24 at 7pm in the Burbank City Council Chambers, 275 E. Olive
Ave., Burbank, CA 91502. The public is welcome to attend.
The
Forum will be broadcast live on Burbank TV6 and repeated many times prior to the
election.
The
League is seeking questions to ask the candidates. Submit a question by
email (mmarquez47@earthlink.net),
or by phone at (818) 247-2407.
See
Original Announcement:
http://lwvglendaleburbank.org/forum_Oct.html
Leadership Burbank
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Leadership Burbank Class of 2010 Presents
A Visual Arts Contest
Burbank- Past/Present/Future: What Does it Mean to You?
Whether you live,
work, learn or play in Burbank, Leadership Burbank Class of
2010 wants you to show us what it means to you! Help this year's Class gear up
for the upcoming centennial celebration. Display your civic pride by reminiscing
about the past, capturing the present, or envisioning the future of Burbank
through visual art and photography. The Leadership Burbank Class of 2010 is
partnering with the Burbank Arts Education Foundation to relay this message of
expression and development by hosting a visual arts contest.
The
Leadership Burbank Art Contest welcomes one (1) entry per person in the form of
either visual arts or photography. Entries will be accepted in the following
divisions: Kindergarten - Grade 4, Grades 5 -8, Grades 9 -12 and Adults. Artwork
and completed entry forms will be accepted via mail or delivery starting March
15, 2010 through April 1, 2010. All winners will be notified by Thursday, April
15.
Prizes
are $100 for First Place, $75 for Second and $50 for Third for each age-level
category. In addition to cash prizes, the winning artwork will be "on
tour" displaying first at the Downtown Burbank Arts Festival April 24-25,
then traveling to the Main Branch of the Burbank Public Library during the month
of May and then at the Burbank Airport during the month of June.
"We
are thrilled to be working with Leadership Burbank in their efforts to increase
the visibility of the importance of arts education. The Burbank community is so
rich with artistic talent and it all starts with our children. Visiting
Burbank's past, present and future is a wonderful way to showcase our student
and community talent, while celebrating Burbank's wonderful heritage," said
Jessica Good, Executive Director of the Burbank Arts Education Foundation.
"This
is a great opportunity for both children and adults alike to be a part of
Burbank's historic journey, by exploring through art what is special about this
city. The PTA has long championed the importance of the arts in a well-rounded
education and we recognize the special connection all of us in Burbank have with
the arts. I encourage everyone, young and old, to take part in this wonderful
event," stated Karen Broderick, Burbank Council PTA, Arts Co-Coordinator.
The
Leadership Burbank Class of 2010 invites residents of all ages to join the fun
and excitement of displaying your civic pride, submit your art and enter to win.
To
support Leadership Burbank Class of 2010 please mail your donation with the
designation Class of 2010 to Leadership Burbank, c/o Burbank Chamber of Commerce
200 W. Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502-1779
For
more information and to download entry forms:
Leadership Burbank Website:
http://www.leadershipburbank.org
Visual Arts Contest Application:
http://www.leadershipburbank.org/joomla/Art.pdf
Leadership Burbank
Leadership Burbank is a community-based organization that offers a nine-month
leadership training program for people who live or work in Burbank. Through a
hands-on curriculum, leaders and emerging leaders have the opportunity to
enhance their personal and professional skills, gain a deeper understanding of
community dynamics, and build a network of colleagues and associates throughout
our city.
Contacts:
Julie Rubin
Phone: (818) 954-1379
E-mail: Julie.Rubin@warnerbros.com
Cathleen
Bambas
Phone: 818-846-8141 x409
E-mail: cbambas@gmail.com
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Burbank On Parade
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Burbank On Parade Celebrates the BIG TOP
Saturday April 10th at 11 am
Olive Avenue Between Keystone and Lomita
Here's how to get your application to participate...
Simply go to:
www.burbankonparade.com
and print out an application.
The
Theme this Year is:
THE BIG TOP
Our
selection committee will be choosing entries that best fit our theme, so think
anything Circus!
Clowns, Acrobats, Animals, Magic!
You can dress up, do tricks, juggle, dance, or even ride a unicycle!
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Cal Fest Top Honors
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BURBANK WINS TOP HONORS AT
2010 CALFEST AWARDS
 First Place
“Best Logo Design”
Taste of Downtown Burbank
Downtown Burbank Partnership
First Place
“Best T-Shirt Design”
Be-Boppin’ in the Park
Magnolia Park Partnership
Burbank received statewide recognition
with two marketing awards at the 16th
annual California Festivals and Events Association (CalFest) Celebration Awards
held Thursday, February 11 in San Jose, California . Downtown Burbank
Partnership received 1st Place for “Best Logo” for Taste of Downtown
Burbank, the outdoor culinary fundraiser for the Burbank Community YMCA held
every fall on San Fernando Boulevard, and Magnolia Park Partnership received 1st
Place for "Best T-Shirt Design" for Be-Boppin’ in the Park, the
four-block street festival and retro car show that occurs every August on
Magnolia Boulevard. The CalFest Awards program recognizes the top innovative
ideas and promotional materials for festivals and events in California and
Nevada, with entries judged on originality, creativity, style and substance.
CalFest,
based in Tahoe City , California, is the leading events and festivals organization
in California and Nevada . Its mission is to provide educational and commercial
support for major festivals in the two states, and boasts the Tournament of
Roses Rose Parade, Gilroy Garlic Festival and Hollywood Christmas Parade among
its members.
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LFCU Community Stars
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Lockheed Federal Credit Union Donates $133,000 to Local Charities
Financial Institution, Employees
Make Great Contribution to Community
Lockheed Federal Credit Union
and its employees donated more than $133,000 and
720 hours of community service to local charities since 2008 through its
nonprofit foundation, LFCU Community Stars. These organizations include:
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Burbank Temporary Aid Center - provides short-term help for Burbank residents who need emergency assistance with
food, shelter, and life’s necessities. (www.thebtac.org)
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For The Troops -
assembles and distributes care packages, with snacks, DVDs, books and more,
to U.S. soldiers serving in Afghanistan and Iraq . (www.forthetroops.org)
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Penny Lane -
offers residential treatment, foster care, special education and other
services to children and emancipated youth in the San Fernando , Antelope
and San Gabriel valleys. (www.pennylane.org)
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Santa Clarita
Valley Senior Center - enhances independence, dignity, and quality of life
through services for senior citizens in Santa Clarita Valley. (www.scvseniors.org)
“Lockheed
Federal Credit Union employees strongly believe in giving back to our community
through dollars and time,” President and CEO Dave Styler said. “We hope our
efforts help strengthen the community and the very deserving local nonprofits
that serve the area.”
As
well as giving dollars, through its Volunteer-Time-Off Program, more than 150
employees donated time to these charities since the program’s inception in
2008.
LFCU
hosted 11 volunteer opportunities for employee participation, one of which was
the company’s annual project, Partner to Paint.
Established
in 2008, LFCU’s Volunteer-Time-Off Program allows employees to receive company
paid time off to volunteer in the community. Each employee can receive up to
eight hours per year to volunteer during the work day. LFCU will again support
these charities in 2010.
LFCU
in the Community
LFCU continues to support the community through its nonprofit foundation, LFCU
Community Stars. In 2007, LFCU employees developed LFCU Community Stars
Foundation to support local charities through financial donations and
volunteerism. LFCU employees make contributions to sponsored charities through
payroll deductions and special fund-raising events. Employees are able to
volunteer during their normal work hours.
LFCU
also offers a donation-matching program for employees who make contributions
through payroll deduction. Additionally, LFCU Community Stars launches programs
aimed at the 100,000 members of LFCU in an effort to increase the foundation’s
ability to help charities in the communities served by LFCU. Every year, LFCU
Community Stars foundation board selects charities to support, with decisions
being made by the foundation’s board comprised of employees.
ABOUT
LOCKHEED FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Lockheed Federal Credit Union has more than 100,000 members and more than $2.8
billion in assets. Chartered in 1937, LFCU offers members preferred rates on
savings and loan accounts, surcharge-free access to 25,000 ATMs, and access to a
nationwide network of branches. Today, LFCU is the largest financial institution
headquartered in the San Fernando Valley.
LFCU
recently received a five-star rating - the highest possible for financial
strength - from Bauer Financial, a source for unbiased, independent bank and
credit union star ratings. The five-star rating validates that LFCU is safe,
financially sound and operating well above its regulatory capital requirements.
LFCU
operates branches in the San Fernando , San Gabriel , Santa Clarita and Antelope
valleys, as well as eastern Ventura County . Membership is open to Southern
California residents of more than 600 sponsor companies. Deposits in LFCU are
federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. Government
Agency, www.ncua.gov. LFCU is an equal housing lender.
For
more information about LFCU, visit www.lfcu.com or call 800-328-5328. LFCU and
LFCU Community Stars are not affiliated with the nonprofit organizations listed.
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Burbank Civic Pride
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City of Burbank
275 East Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91506
Vacancy on Burbank Civic Pride Committee
Applications are being accepted through Friday, February 26, 2010 by the
Burbank City Council for the unexpired term ending June 1, 2011 on the Civic
Pride Committee. Anyone interested in applying can pick up an application
in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 275 East Olive Avenue.
Downloadable Applications, Forms and Handbooks are also available on the City's
Website:
http://www.burbankusa.com/index.aspx?page=39
The
deadline for submitting an application to the City Clerk’s Office is
Friday, February 26, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. All City Board, Commission and
Committee members serve without compensation from the City (BMC Section 2-1-405)
and must be residents and electors of the City of Burbank. No person shall serve
on more than one Board, Commission or Committee at the same time.
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BUSD Permit
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Burbank Unified School District
1900 West Olive Avenue
Burbank, CA 91506
(818)729-4400
Permit to Attend Based on Employment
Did you know
if you work in Burbank your child can attend a Burbank school? The
permit offers parents who work full time in Burbank or own and operate a
business in Burbank, the opportunity to send their child to a Burbank school.
Your child receives a comprehensive, high quality education and you are able to
participate in the many school events and celebrations because your child will
be closer to your workplace. Your child will appreciate your involvement and you
will see the results of your decision in placing your child in a Burbank school.
Why Burbank Schools - because our District Academic Performance Index (API)
score is 817, which is above the State goal of 800. Our schools offer smaller
class size, before and after school day care, including fully subsidized
programs for grades K-5, Arts for All, Gifted and Talented programs, Advanced
Placement courses and Regional Occupational Program (ROP) courses to provide
your child with options for their future while affording them a great education.
The
process is simple - for further information, please contact the Student Services
Department at (818) 729-4467 or go to our website at http://burbankusd.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=688.
Once your documentation is received and approved, you will be notified of your
child's placement. Please be advised space is limited and students are placed on
a first come, first served basis.
The
Permit (Interdistrict) Application period begins March 1, 2010 for the 2010-2011
school year.
School
begins August 16, 2010 - make a positive choice and choose Burbank. Your child
will thrive and you will be confident in knowing you made the right decision.
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Older American Service Awards
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BURBANK
OLDER AMERICANS
VOLUNTEER SERVICE AWARDS
We are now accepting nominations for the 2010 City of Burbank Older Americans Volunteer Service Awards. Nominate an older adult volunteer who has made a significant contribution to your organization. Recipients will be honored in May, “Older Americans Month.” Nominees must be 60 or over, Burbank residents, have volunteered a significant amount of time since May 2009, and have not received this award in the past. The Nomination form and supplemental information is
linked below. Please help us acknowledge the efforts and devotion of these special individuals. The deadline for submissions is by March 5, 2010. For more information, call Dee Call at (818) 238-5370.
Please
Download Nomination Form and
supplemental information page (pdf)
http://www.burbankwire.com/OAA-Intro-Form.pdf
Please
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Backyard Composting
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Burbank
Celebrates the 20th Anniversary of its Backyard Composting Program
(Burbank,
January 2010). The Burbank Recycle Center is celebrating the
20thAnniversary of its Backyard Composting Program with more compost workshops
than ever before. Since 1990 an estimated 10,000 residents have attended classes
and over 5,000 compost bins have been distributed. The program emphasizes the
benefits of working with nature to make the highest and best use of leaves,
grass and food scraps. As a result, each year, 1,800 tons of organic materials
in Burbank neighborhoods are quietly transformed into a rich soil amendment.
Composting
food scraps , mulching leaf clippings and "grasscycling" (leaving
grass clippings on the lawn) are powerful landscaping techniques that save
energy, water, road congestion, air pollutants and help to reduce chemical
exposure. The new paradigm being recognized is to keep most yard clippings on
site and let nature do the work. This technique also lends itself to supporting
Burbanks goal of Zero Waste by 2040.
To
help more residents get started Burbank Recycling Center has organized 11 free
compost workshops throughout the community and are offering free compost bins to
all those who attend. Interested residents can find the dates and locations of
the workshops on the City's calendar at www.burbankusa.com
and can RSVP by calling (818) 238-3900.
Warm
clothes are recommended as all workshops will be held out doors.
Please
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YMCA Support Chair
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THE
BURBANK COMMUNITY YMCA ANNOUNCES ANNUAL SUPPORT CAMPAIGN CHAIR
 (December
2009, Burbank). The Burbank Community YMCA announced today that Bob Bowne will be
the Annual Support Campaign Chair for 2010. Mr. Bowne, a lifetime Burbank
resident, and a local attorney has been practicing law in his own firm for
thirty-two years. Bob's emphasis is in Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate and
Development/Project Entitlements Before Governmental Agencies.
"Bob
has a tremendous history of community involvement, he is a former Burbank mayor,
(1989-90) and (1992-93); Burbank City Council Member (1984-1995); President of
the Burbank Board of Education and School Board member (1978-1984); and a member
of the Airport Authority, Bob is a natural fit to help lead our fundraising
efforts this year," said Board President Yvette Herrera.
Bob
is a long time supporter of the YMCA, serving on its board of directors and is
well acquainted with non profit organizations and their continuing efforts to
bring programs and services to the Burbank community.
Darrell
Taylor, 2009 Chair of the YMCA's Chairman's Round Table group added, "Bob's
enthusiasm for the Burbank YMCA and his personal convictions about the good work
this organization does for our community is obvious. With Bob at the helm of
this year's campaign, I have every confidence the Y will meet its goal of
raising $200,000 to support our financial scholarship program."
"I
am honored to be asked to chair the campaign," said Bowne. "I've
worked with the YMCA in the past, my son Ryan currently serves as a Board Member
and I see every day how the Y works so hard to fulfill its mission. With the
help of CEO, JC Holt and his outstanding staff, I look forward to a successful
campaign." The Burbank Community YMCA Annual Support campaign officially
kicks off on February 3, 2010.
Please
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BTAC GALA
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The Board of Directors of the Burbank Temporary Aid Center is
offering the community a “heads up!” notice about BTAC’s 7th annual gala event on Friday, March 5.
http://www.burbankwire.com/btacgala.pdf
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BURBANK
FAMILY YMCA CHRISTMAS TREE LOT
Open
from 10 a.m. till 9 p.m. daily. New Location, Victory and Burbank Blvd. just
East of Costco, across the street. First quality trees at fair prices. Big
selection. All profits go to youth scholarships for those that can't afford the
many Y activities. This is our 50th. year of selling Christmas trees with the Y
Service club doing all the volunteering necessary to have it always a first
class operation. Flocking, fire retardant spraying, wreaths, garland, trees from
table top to 12'. We have nobles, douglas fir, grand fir, frazer fir.
818-563-1644 Please see the
following news release>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091225-ymca.shtml
Bliss
Unlimited will give 5% of it's net sales to BTAC
Burbank (November
20)
- Starting November 22 - 29, 2009 Bliss Unlimited will give 5% of it's net
sales to Burbank Temporary Aid Center. Please see the
following news release>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091129-Bliss.shtml
NOVEMBER IS BTAC MONTH!
Burbank (November
3)
- For the sixth consecutive year, The Burbank City Council declared November
"Burbank
Temporary Aid Center Month" in Burbank. Throughout November a variety of events will be held to assist BTAC in helping the
working poor, needy seniors, and homeless of Burbank. Events include food drives, fundraising, and other related efforts.
'BTAC Month' encourages the community to work together in helping those who need it most.
Please BOOKMARK or PRINT the List of all the Community-Wide
BTAC EVENTS>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/200911-BTACmonth.shtml
“HOLIDAY IN THE PARK”
PROGRESSIVE PARTY
& DISTRICT-WIDE OPEN HOUSE
Friday, November 20 from 5:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M.
MAGNOLIA
PARK, BURBANK, CALIF (October
29, 2009) – Magnolia Park Partnership is pleased to present Holiday in the Park, a district-wide open house party that meanders from store-to-store and covers 16-blocks on Magnolia Boulevard between Buena Vista and Pass Avenue and on Hollywood Way between Chandler and Clark in Burbank . It’s a seasonal celebration that includes more than 100 shops and restaurants, attracts thousands of revelers and happens
Friday, November 20 from 5:30 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. Holiday in the Park is free and open to the public.
MORE>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091120-HolidayInThePark.shtml
Downtown Burbank Fine Arts Festival
Saturday & Sunday, November 7th & 8th
DOWNTOWN BURBANK, CALIF (October 28, 2009) – Downtown Burbank streets will come alive with more than 100 artists and entertainers during the fall edition of one of the largest open-air art markets in the region, Saturday and Sunday, November 7 and 8. The show will feature a wide variety of media including oil paintings, acrylics and watercolors; sculptures in glass, wood, metal and clay; ceramics, photography, mixed-media collages, handmade jewelry and stained glass. The Downtown Burbank Fine Arts Festival is free and open to the public.
FULL STORY INCLUDING CONTACT INFORMATION HERE>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091108-FineArtsFestival.shtml
7th Annual
Student Design Competition
Burbank, Calif. (October
26, 2009) – The Burbank
Building Division is now taking applications, until December 4th, from all high
school students in the City for the 7th Annual Student Design Competition. The
contest is an opportunity to creatively explore building design, site planning,
transportation, community services and redevelopment by designing a desert
residence. The top prizes are three Environmental Scholarships generously
sponsored by Burbank Water & Power and the Burbank Recycle Center in the
amounts of $3,000, $2,000, and $1,000. For more details, please check the
Building Division’s website at www.burbankusa.com/index.aspx?page=800
or contact Building Division at 818-238-5220. Bookmark or Print this
News Release>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091026-StudentDesign.shtml
Credit Union Employees Don Denim for a Cause
Lockheed Federal Credit Union Participates in Breast Cancer Research Fund-raiser
Burbank, Calif. (October 23, 2009) – This week, Lee National Denim Day organizers announced that Lockheed Federal Credit Union (LFCU) was one of the top 100 companies nationwide that contributed to the annual fund-raiser. October 2 wasn’t an ordinary Friday at LFCU. Employees got out their denim and dollars to fight breast cancer with Lee National Denim Day. More than 250 LFCU employees made donations, garnering more than $1,800 for breast cancer research. The denim worn will make a powerful statement for this important cause. Since 2005, LFCU has participated in the grassroots program which has raised more than $66 million for breast cancer research.
GET THE FULL STORY>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20091023-LFCU.shtml
BUFFALO WILD WINGS DONATES $1,100 TO BTAC, DISTRIBUTES FREE WINGS FOR A YEAR TO MORE THAN 250 PEOPLE
 DOWNTOWN BURBANK, Calif.
(September 2009)-- It’s been a full house everyday since opening for the new Buffalo
Wild Wings at 127 E Palm Avenue on the AMC Walkway. According to
General Manager Tom Law, business has been booming since the restaurant’s
debut on Saturday, September 19, and his late night happy hour has been
packing them in from 10:00 P.M. to 2:00 A.M. “Buffalo Wild Wings is
creating a late night Downtown scene with our new happy hour,” states
Law. “We’re full to capacity with Burbank employees enjoying the
novelty of a late night hang-out before they go home.” MORE
WILD WINGS>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/20090930-BUFFALO.shtml
BTAC SEEKS FOOD DONATIONS The Burbank Temporary Aid Center (BTAC) is seeking donations to replenish its depleted food bank. “The summer months are often challenging for us, because it’s so far from the holiday period when our supporters are frequently reminded of those who have little or nothing,” said Barbara Howell, Executive Director of BTAC. “But this year has seen our reserves drawn down like never before.” Donations to BTAC can be delivered weekdays between 9:00am and 5:00pm to the rear alley loading dock door of the facility at 1304 W. Burbank Blvd. Receipts are provided to every donor, and volunteers will be available to help unload any donations.
http://www.thebtac.org
BURBANK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FREE AND
REDUCED-PRICE MEALS. The Burbank Unified School District
announced its policy for providing free and reduced-price meals for
children served under the National School Lunch Program and School
Breakfast Program. The household size and income criteria
identified in the announcement linked below will be used to
determine eligibility for free, reduced-price, or full-price meal
benefits. Read More>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/news/2009061001.shtml
Community Contribution Program. Providing
that your organization is listed, you can direct a portion of the
purchases that you make at Ralphs to go to your
organization of interest by simply linking your "Rewards
Card" to that organization. For example, if you want to
benefit The Burbank High Marching Band, a participant in the Burbank
Educational Foundation, you simply link your Rewards Card to "Organization
Number" "90544".
Entering 90544 under Select your
organization, brings up the Burbank Educational
Foundation for you to select. Entering the word
Burbank under Select your organization brings up
all the participating organizations with the word Burbank in their
name. Here is the link to get you started:
https://customer.ralphs.com/login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fManageCommunityRewardsStep1.aspx
Be Careful With The Power You Give Up!
Power of Attorney Fraud & Abuse. There
seems to be a growing trend for some who have POA's, to do the wrong
and illegal thing, which hurts everyone. People have lost
their savings, their homes, their dignity. The bottom line, think
very carefully who you want to make critical decisions for you, you
can always change if you think you need to, but... don't
wait until it's too late>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2009040101.shtml
SAVE A TRIP - VISIT SOCIAL SECURITY ONLINE.
Here are some of the things you can do online: Apply for retirement
or disability benefits and check status of applications; See if you
qualify for benefits; Request a Statement; Find the Social Security
office closest to you; Get a password. Read More>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2009050101.shtml
BURBANK WINS TOP HONORS AT 2009 CALFEST
AWARDS. Burbank won top honors with two marketing awards at
the annual California Festivals and Events Association (CalFest)
Celebration Awards held Thursday, February 12 in Anaheim. The City
of Burbank achieved 1st Place for “Best Logo”
with the Shop Burbank campaign and Magnolia
Park Partnership received 1st Place for "Best Marketing
Campaign" for Be-Boppin in the Park, the 4-block
street festival that occurs annually in the Magnolia Park
neighborhood. The CalFest Awards program annually recognizes the top
innovative ideas and promotional materials for festivals and events
in California and Nevada. BURBANK WINS TOP HONORS AT 2009
CALFEST AWARDS>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2009030901.shtml
RETIRE ONLINE. IT'S SO EASY! Social Security
has a new online retirement application and a new celebrity
spokesperson to help spread the word. You can apply for
retirement benefits from the comfort of your home or office at
www.socialsecurity.gov. There's no need to drive to your local
Social Security office or wait for an appointment with a Social
Security representative. You can complete the new online retirement
application in as little as 15 minutes. It's so easy! Award-winning
actress Patty Duke has volunteered her services to let people know
they can retire online. Ms. Duke has brought back the much beloved
identical cousins Patty and Cathy Lane from the hit 1960's sitcom
"The Patty Duke Show" for a series of Public Service
Announcements that tell Americans it's now easier than ever to apply
online. Get More Here>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2009011401.shtml
CITY OF BURBANK TO PREMIER WORLD’S FIRST
PLUG-IN FUEL CELL TRANSIT BUS. Demonstration
Project to Launch with Zero Emissions Vehicle in Spring 2009.
The City of Burbank has been selected as a national test market for
a new zero-emissions, ultra-quiet prototype bus that uses a hydrogen
fuel cell instead of a diesel or gasoline engine. The breakthrough
vehicle will be unveiled in a spring 2009 Downtown Burbank ceremony
and then go into immediate service on various routes within the
City's BurbankBus network. Designed and fabricated by Colorado-based
Proterra, the revolutionary vehicle can travel 250 miles before
needing to be recharged, runs at double the fuel economy of a diesel
bus and releases nothing but water from the engine exhaust. In
addition to being created and built in this country, it relies on
power that is 100% derived from U.S. sources, thereby reducing
dependence on foreign energy. Read More>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2008123101.shtml
SAVE YOURSELF A TRIP BY VISITING WWW.SOCIALSECURITY.GOV
Many of the things that you formerly had to do face to face can now
be done online. For example, you can apply for Social Security
retirement right over the Internet. Need to take a break or look for
some records to answer the questions? That's just fine. You can
leave and then come back to complete your application. After you
have applied, you can check back online for the status of your
application as well. Read this news article by Lorraine
Kelly, Social Security Staff Assistant in the Media Cities Social
Security Office>>>
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2008082101.shtml
RSVP News
SIMPLE WILL PROGRAM An attorney from the offices of Russakow,
Ryan and Johnson is available (by appointment only) on the SECOND
Tuesday of each month at Joslyn Center to draw up simple wills for
seniors who qualify. The attorney can also prepare health care
directive documents if you would like to have them. Qualifications
are : Burbank resident, 55 years or older Yearly income not to
exceed $17,950 per person or $20,500 per couple. Contact Burbank
RSVP at (818) 238-5370 for an appointment. A $10 donation to the
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program for hosting this service is
suggested.
Home Borrowers Delivery Service The Burbank Public Library
provides DELIVERY SERVICE to Burbank residents who cannot come into
the library or carry books home due to age, illness (other than
contagious disease), and temporary or permanent disabi l i ty. A
volunteer will deliver library materials ( not only books, but books
on tape or CD, videos, DVDs, and even magazines) every four weeks on
a day and time agreed to with the home borrower. Please call
Naomi Aronoff at (818) 238-5580.
RSVP SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
VOLUNTEER AT THE MOT
Change the way you see the world and your role in it…
The Museum of Tolerance provides a unique and provocative experience
that challenges visitors to become witnesses to history, and
confront the dynamic of intolerance still embedded in society today.
The MOT offers volunteer opportunities for people with many
different interests, skills, and abilities. Be a greeter, exhibit
assistant, museum docent or tour guide, assist in the library and
archives, work in the gift galleria and bookstore, and much more.
Make an important difference in your life and the lives of others,
and become part of a dynamic team that strives to change the world
one person at a time! To volunteer, or for more information on this
and other service opportunities, please contact Burbank RSVP
Director Dee Call at (818) 238-5370 or by e-mail at dcall@ci.burbank.ca.us.
The Museum of Tolerance is located at 9786 West Pico Blvd. in Los
Angeles.
http://www.burbankwire.com/bwire/news/2009010101.shtml
Los Angeles Ronald McDonald House
Bricks and mortar may make a house, but volunteers make the Ronald
McDonald House a home. The Ronald McDonald house provides a
home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children
undergoing critical medical treatment in area hospitals. Service
opportunities are available in the following categories:
Leading recreational activities
Assisting in the kitchen and dining room
Supporting fundraising efforts
Participation in special events
Front desk assistance (clerical / office work)
Van driving
Flexible hours! The Ronald McDonald house offices are open 9am to
9pm, seven days a week. Convenient Location! The Los Angeles Ronald
McDonald House is located less than 9 miles from Burbank at 1250
Lyman Place, Hollywood, 90029.
Glendale YWCA
Crisis Hotline Advocate: Staff the hotline in
four-hour shifts. Provide support, referrals and healing information
to callers. This position is open to females only.
Retail Volunteer: Assists in covering shifts at the
YWCA's "New to You" resale shop. Duties include sorting,
pricing and customer service.
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To volunteer for these or for other opportunities, or for more
information, contact RSVP Director Dee Call at (818) 238-5370,
e-mail: dcall@ci.burbank.ca.us
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Priority Registration March 15 for Burbank Residents
CPR &
FIRST AID CLASSES
 April 10 & 11, Class space limited so reserve your spot ASAP
Burbank workers can send their kids to Burbank schools.
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A MATTER OF ATTITUDE
Tale of Two Marches
In the age of You-Tube, how the Northridge students look to the world compared to the poor, struggling students in Central and South America.
What ever happened to
manners and decorum?
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