Burbank Municipal Code Div. 2 Composition and Functions of Boards, Commissions and COMMITTEES14

A. Composition of Board: The Board of Library Trustees shall consist of seven (7) members.

B. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the Board of Library Trustees but such Council member shall not be a member of the board.

C. Powers and Duties of the Board: The Board of Library Trustees shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To initiate studies, investigations and surveys in the general field of public libraries and report its findings and recommendations to the Council.

2. To prepare and recommend, for adoption by the Council, rules and regulations for the maintenance and improvement of the public libraries of the City.

3. To recommend to the Council the acquisition of library sites by the City.

4. To act in an advisory capacity to the Council in all matters pertaining to the public libraries of the City. [Formerly numbered Section 2-51. Amended by Ord. No. 3674, eff. 7/30/05; 3472, 3058.]

A. Composition of Board: The Park, Recreation and Community Services Board shall consist of five (5) members.

B. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the Park, Recreation, and Community Services Board but such Council member shall not be a member of the board.

C. Powers and Duties of the Board: The Park, Recreation and Community Services Board shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To initiate studies, investigations and surveys in the general field of parks and recreation and report its findings and recommendations to the Council.

2. To prepare and recommend, for adoption by the Council, rules and regulations for the use and improvement of the public parks, squares and grounds in the City, including playgrounds, concessions and recreational facilities and programs installed and maintained therein as a park use.

3. To recommend to the Council the acquisition of park sites by the City.

4. To act in an advisory capacity to the Council in all matters pertaining to the parks, squares and grounds of the City, including all matters affecting policy, procedures and operations of all athletic and recreational organizations or groups who receive any part of their financial support in any form from public funds of the City.

5. To approve and fix the schedule of times, dates and places for the use of all City facilities under the jurisdiction of the Parks and Recreation Department.

6. To act in an advisory capacity to the Council and recommend the amount of financial support to be contributed by the City for inclusion in the annual budget for all dramatic, musical, or cultural organizations or groups which receive any part of their financial support in any form from the public funds of the City, to make funding decisions and award grants to such groups pursuant to rules and regulations promulgated by the Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, to approve contracts to formalize the funding commitment and the responsibilities of such groups, and to approve any changes or amendments to such contracts.

D. Meetings: The Park, Recreation and Community Services Board shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month in the City Hall at a time to be designated by the Board. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or three (3) members of the Board. A majority of the members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. [Formerly numbered Section 2-52; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,028, eff. 7/25/25; 3617; 3472, 3011, 2477, 2187.]

A. Establishment and Composition of Planning Commission: There is hereby created a City Planning Commission consisting of five (5) members.

B. Secretary of the Planning Commission: The Community Development Director or their designee shall serve as Secretary to the Planning Commission.

C. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the City Planning Commission, but such Council member shall not be a member of said Planning Commission.

D. Powers and Duties of the Planning Commission: The City Planning Commission shall have and exercise all powers and duties granted to it by any provision or provisions of this code and shall also have and exercise any power and duties accruing to it by Section 215 of the Charter.

E. Meetings; Quorum: The City Planning Commission shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month in the City Hall at a time to be designated by the Planning Commission. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or three (3) members of the Planning Commission. When the time for any regular meeting of the Planning Commission falls on a holiday, such meeting may be held at the discretion of the Planning Commission or Chair thereof at the same hour of the next succeeding day not a holiday or a regular meeting day of the Council. All regular meetings of the Planning Commission shall be held in the Council chamber of the City Hall, 275 East Olive Avenue, Burbank, California. A majority of the members of the Planning Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. [Formerly numbered Section 2-53; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87; amended by Ord. No. 22-3,983, eff. 12/16/22; 3472, 3028, 2595, 2193.]

2-1-412: (Reserved for Future Use)

[Formerly numbered Section 2-54; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87; amended by Ord. No. 16-3,874, eff. 3/11/16.]

A. Composition of Commission:

1. The Police Commission established by Section 705 of the Burbank City Charter shall consist of seven (7) members.

2. When making appointments to the Commission, Council should appoint the best qualified candidate(s) and strive for diversity of ethnicities, color, gender, professions, or other characteristics of our Burbank community.

3. Further, in making appointments the Council should consider the candidate’s experience, interest in, and knowledge of law enforcement practices, social work and care work, re-entry services, clinical psychology, homelessness advocacy or service, and/or other related expertise.

B. Meetings: The Police Commission shall meet as follows:

1. In August for the purpose of holding an election as provided in Section 2-1-408 of this code.

2. On at least a quarterly basis; or monthly as necessary and as scheduled by the Police Commission for the purpose of carrying out their powers and duties pursuant to subsection E, below.

3. At the specific request of the Council.

C. Additional Personnel: To assist the Police Commission in the performance of its duties, the Council may provide the Commission with paid personnel. Such personnel need not be included within the Civil Service System. Should the services of any regular City employee be needed, request therefor may be made by the Commission to the City Manager, and they are authorized to assign such personnel, if available.

D. Liaison Representation:

1. The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the Police Commission but such Council member shall not be a member of the Commission.

2. The Chief of Police, or in their absence a member of their administrative staff, shall meet with the Police Commission but shall not be a member of the Commission.

E. Powers and Duties of the Commission: The Police Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To initiate studies and surveys in the general field of police science and law enforcement and report its findings and recommendations to the Council;

2. To conduct hearings, investigations, or both, at the request of the Council for the purpose of ascertaining whether additional legislation is needed for the health, safety, peace and welfare of the inhabitants of the City and to make findings and recommendations to the Council;

3. To act in an advisory capacity to the Council on policy matters pertaining to the Police Department of the City;

4. To receive complaints, except those relating to traffic engineering, pertaining to the Police Department and law enforcement in general;

5. To examine books, papers, records and accounts in the Police Department, other than confidential matters under investigation.

F. False Statements: Any false statement willfully made under oath in any paper filed with the Police Commission, or in any testimony given in any proceedings before the Commission, or in any investigation conducted by or under the jurisdiction of the Commission, shall be punishable as provided by the Penal Code of the State of California. [Formerly numbered Section 2-55; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87; amended by Ord. No. 21-3,955, eff. 5/14/21; 19-3,918; 3724, 3472, 2655, 2548, 2359.]

A. ESTABLISHMENT AND COMPOSITION OF BOARD; QUALIFICATIONS.

There is hereby created a Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals consisting of five (5) members qualified by experience and training to pass upon matters pertaining to building construction and fire prevention.

B. SECRETARY OF THE BOARD.

The Board shall have two (2) secretaries. The Assistant Public Works Director-Building Official shall serve as Secretary to the Board with respect to appeals from the Building Code. The Fire Chief shall serve as Secretary to the Board with respect to appeals from the Fire Code. Neither shall be a member of the Board nor vote on any appeal but may be present during the Board’s deliberations and may participate in all debates and discussions.

C. POWERS AND DUTIES OF BOARD

The Board of Building and Fire Code Appeals shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To hear and determine appeals from decisions of the Assistant Community Development Director-Building Official regarding the suitability of alternative materials and types of construction required by the Building Code and interpretations of the Building Code;

2. To hear and determine appeals from any decision, order or notice signed or renewed by the Fire Marshal regarding the suitability of alternate materials, methods of construction, or operation under the Fire Code and interpretations of the Fire Code;

3. To prepare and recommend for adoption by the Council, rules and regulations for the conduct of its hearings and investigations;

4. To recommend for adoption by the Council, a schedule of fees for appeals to the Board; and,

5. To recommend to the Council, amendments to the Building Code or Fire Code. [Formerly numbered Section 2-56; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87; Amended by Ord. No. 3733, eff. 12/21/07; 2595.]

A. Establishment and Composition of Board: There is hereby created a Senior Citizen Board consisting of seven (7) members, all of whom shall be senior citizens.

B. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the Senior Citizen Board for liaison purposes only.

C. Liaison with City Manager: The City Manager shall designate a representative to serve as administration liaison with the Board. They shall serve as a resource person at all Board meetings, arrange for any necessary contacts between the Board and City departments, facilitate administrative action on Board requests, and keep the City Manager informed of Board proceedings; provided, however, that the Board shall obtain Council approval before requesting administrative assistance requiring any significant amount of research.

D. Applicants: Senior citizens who wish to be considered for appointment to the Senior Citizen Board may apply by filing an application with the City Clerk’s Office online or in person.

E. Evaluation Committee: An Evaluation Committee appointed by the Council and consisting of senior or interested citizens familiar with the senior citizen population and its concerns shall interview the applicants and report its findings and recommendations to the Mayor with copies for each member of the Council.

F. Powers and Duties: The Senior Citizen Board shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To engage in consultation and study with local groups on the needs of the aged and evaluate all available resources.

2. To collect and study factual information relative to all aspects of aging.

3. To serve as a liaison between local organizations and governmental agencies which work with the aged and have an interest in aging adults.

4. To advise in community planning regarding the expansion of existing facilities and development of new facility services, as required.

5. To become aware of problems as they arise and recommend plans for action.

6. To inform local and state organizations of the needs and resources of older people.

7. To serve as a medium through which organizations may exchange information, coordinate programs and engage in joint endeavors.

8. To become familiar with developments in other communities on County, State and Federal programs.

G. Reports: The Chair of the Board shall provide the Council with minutes of the Board meetings and copies of studies and resolutions to be considered by the Board. [Added by Ord. No. 2402; formerly numbered Section 2-56.2; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 3472, 3123, 3118, 2751, 2508.]

A. Establishment and Composition of Board: There is hereby created a Youth Board consisting of fifteen (15) members, eleven (11) of whom shall be selected as follows: one from Burbank High School, one from John Burroughs High School, one from Providence High School, one from Monterey High School, one from Luther Burbank Middle School, one from Dolores Huerta Middle School, one from John Muir Middle School, one from St. Finbar Parish School, one from St. Francis Xavier School, and one from St. Robert Bellarmine School, and one from Lycée International de Los Angeles. The middle school representatives shall be a member of either the seventh or eighth grade class. Four (4) at-large members shall be appointed by a three-fifths (3/5) vote of all Council members. Should any designated school

fail to submit a student representative for the Board, the vacant seat may be filled with an additional at-large member. No member shall be over twenty (20) years of age at the time of appointment to the Youth Board.

B. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate a member of the Council to meet with the Youth Board for liaison purposes only.

C. Liaison with City Manager: The City Manager shall designate a representative to serve as administration liaison with the Board. They shall serve as a resource person at all Board meetings, arrange for any necessary contacts between the Board and City departments, facilitate administrative action on Board requests, and keep the City Manager informed of Board proceedings; provided, however, that the Board shall obtain Council approval before requesting administrative assistance requiring any significant amount of research.

D. School Members: Each high school and middle school member may be selected based on interest and qualifications for Youth Board by the school’s administration. All candidates must sign a statement that they have read the Youth Board brochure and fully understand the function of the Board and their duties and responsibilities as Board members.

E. Term of Office: The term of office for each Board member shall be one (1) year commencing on September 1.

F. Powers and Duties: The Youth Board shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To represent the interests of local youth in community affairs.

2. To represent the City in matters of interest to youth in the community.

3. To assist in helping other youth in the community to understand and appreciate local government.

4. To obtain interpretations for local youth on City ordinances, rules and regulations which affect them.

5. To encourage local youth to actively participate in community affairs and matters of concern to the City.

6. To conduct studies and investigations in the general field of youth and community interest and to communicate its findings and recommendations to the Council.

7. To encourage coordination of effort among community institutions and organizations that focus on youth problems and needs.

8. To advise and assist the Park and Recreation Board on issues affecting the youth in the community.

G. Reports: The chair of the Youth Board shall provide the Council and Park and Recreation Board with minutes of Youth Board meetings and copies of studies and resolutions to be considered by the Youth Board. [Added by Ord. No. 2402; formerly numbered Section 2-56.3; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 23-3,992, 3827; 3472; 3305, 3286, 3100, 3061, 3058, 2875, 2654, 2509, 2496.]

A. Establishment and Composition of the Commission: There is hereby created a Landlord-Tenant Commission consisting of five (5) members.

B. Secretary of the Commission: The Housing and Grants Administrator shall serve as Secretary to the Commission. The Secretary of the Commission shall not be a member of the Commission nor vote on any matters coming before it, but such Secretary may be present during the Commission’s deliberations and may participate in all debates and discussions.

C. Powers and Duties of the Commission: The Landlord-Tenant Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To recommend to the Council rules, regulations, and guidelines for rent increases;

2. To mediate rent adjustment disputes between landlords and tenants;

3. To receive complaints pertaining to rent adjustments which exceed the guidelines established by the Council;

4. To serve as a medium through which landlords and tenants may exchange information, coordinate programs, and engage in joint endeavors concerning landlord-tenant relations;

5. To become familiar with landlord-tenant developments in other communities;

6. Provide tenant referrals to appropriate public and private agencies;

7. To perform such advisory functions as are delegated to it by the provisions of this code or other action of the Council.

D. Meetings; Quorum: The Landlord-Tenant Commission shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month in the City Hall at a time to be designated by the Commission. Special meetings may be called by the Chairperson or three (3) members of the Commission. When the time for any regular meeting of the Commission falls on a holiday, such meeting may be held at the discretion of the Commission or Chairperson thereof at the same hour of the next succeeding day not a holiday or a regular meeting day of the Council or any other board or commission established pursuant to this division. All regular meetings of the Commission shall be held in the Council chamber of the City Hall, 275 East Olive Avenue, Burbank, California, unless otherwise provided in the rules and regulations of the Commission. A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. [Added by Ord. No. 3008; formerly numbered Section 2-56.4; renumbered by Ord. No. 3058, eff. 2/21/87.]

A. Establishment and Composition of the Board: There is hereby created a Burbank Water and Power Board consisting of seven (7) members.

B. Secretary of the Board: The General Manager of the Burbank Water and Power shall serve as Secretary to the Board. The Secretary to the Board shall not be a member of the Board nor vote on any matters coming before it, but the Secretary may be present during the Board’s deliberations and may participate in all debates and discussions.

C. Powers and Duties of the Board: The Burbank Water and Power Board shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To review and make recommendations on all capital improvements which require Council approval;

2. To review and make recommendations on purchased power agreements with terms of more than five (5) years;

3. To review and make recommendations regarding the Burbank Water and Power’s annual budget;

4. To review and make recommendations regarding electric and water rates;

5. To approve all contract awards for goods, services and public work construction projects which are provided for in the Burbank Water and Power’s annual budget; and

6. To perform such advisory functions as are delegated to it by the provisions of this code or other action of the Council or the General Manager of the Burbank Water and Power.

D. Meetings: The Burbank Water and Power Board shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month at a time and place to be designated by the Board. Special meetings may be called by the Chair or four (4) members of the Board.16 When the time for any regular meeting of the Board falls on the holiday, such meeting may be held at the discretion of the Board or the Chair at the same hour of the next succeeding day not a holiday or a regular meeting day of the Council or any board or commission established by this division.

E. Quorum: A majority of the members of the Board shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. [Formerly numbered Section 2-56.5; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 3823, 3566, 3498, 3472, 3451, 3394, 3071, 3058, 3009.]

A. Establishment and Composition of the Commission: There is hereby created a Transportation Commission consisting of seven (7) members. The Council shall give consideration to appointing persons affiliated with the following groups: small businesses, large businesses, transportation technology research and development organizations, homeowners, the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority, transportation management organizations or associations, and other special needs groups such as senior citizens, persons with disabilities and bicyclists.

B. Secretary of the Commission: The Community Development Director shall serve as Secretary to the Commission. The Secretary to the Commission shall not be a member of the Commission or vote on any matters coming before it, but such Secretary may be present during the Commission’s deliberations and may participate in all debates and discussions.

C. Powers and Duties of the Commission: The Transportation Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

1. To make recommendations to the City Council on transportation planning issues including, but not limited to, the transportation element of the General Plan and its components.

2. To make recommendations on the expenditure of Proposition A funds, Proposition C funds, air quality funds and bonds, fees, loans and grants for the purpose of funding transportation improvements.

3. To make recommendations on transportation plans, policies and programs, including, but not limited to, pedestrian orientation, telecommuting, intermodal transportation centers, new technologies, traffic programs and parking.

4. To perform such advisory functions as are delegated to it by the provisions of this code or other action of the Council.

D. Meetings: The Transportation Commission shall hold a regular meeting at least once a month at a time and place to be designated by the Commission. Special meetings may be called by the chair or four (4) members of the Commission. When the time for any regular meeting of the Commission falls on a holiday, such meeting may be held at the discretion of the Commission or chair thereof at the same hour of the next succeeding day not a holiday or a regular meeting day of the Council or any other board or commission established pursuant to this division.

E. Quorum: A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. [Added by Ord. No. 3025; formerly numbered Section 2-56.6; amended by 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 24-4,012, 3350, 3058.]

2-1-419.1: RESERVED:

[Deleted by Ord. No. 3472, eff. 10/18/97.]

A. ESTABLISHMENT AND COMPOSITION OF COMMISSION: There is hereby created a Heritage Commission consisting of five (5) residents of the City. The Commission shall be composed of members with a demonstrated interest, competence, or knowledge in historic preservation. To the extent possible, at least two (2) members should have professional backgrounds in a discipline related to historic preservation. In case of the absence of the chair, the members present at any meeting shall select one (1) of their members to act as chair pro tempore.

B. POWERS AND DUTIES OF COMMISSION: The Heritage Commission shall have the following powers and duties:

Powers: The Commission shall serve as an advisory committee to the Council. The powers of the Commission shall be as follows:

1. Review all applications for approval of Designated Historic Resources and make a recommendation to the City Council for the approval, denial, or modification to the application;

2. Review the City’s criteria for Designated Historic Resources and make recommendations to the City Council for changes to the designation criteria or procedures, as appropriate;

3. Review and make decisions on all applications for Permits to Alter Designated Historic Resources;

4. Review ongoing maintenance requirements for Designated Historic Resources;

5. Nominate historic resources for listing and/or designation at the state or federal level;

6. Review and make recommendations to the City Council on all regulations and policies related to historic preservation including but not limited to: General Plan amendments, Specific Plans, and Zoning Ordinance amendments;

7. Review and make recommendations on environmental documents for projects that have the potential to cause a significant adverse impact on Designated or Eligible Historic Resources; and

8. Perform any other functions as directed by the City Council.

Duties: Provide oversight and direction to City staff in the following matters:

1. Maintain a list of Designated Historic Resources;

2. Maintain a list of Eligible Historic Resources;

3. Conduct surveys of Eligible Historic Resources;

4. Establish policies and programs that educate the community about Burbank’s unique character and heritage;

5. Establish policies and programs for the recognition, protection, and use of eligible and designated historical resources;

6. Establish and promote preservation incentive programs to assist with the preservation and maintenance of historical resources, including but not limited to: rehabilitation loan programs, architectural consultation services, state and federal grant programs, or property tax abatement programs; and

7. Identify grants and other funding opportunities to assist with the identification, preservation, and maintenance of historical resources.

C. MEETINGS; QUORUM: The Heritage Commission shall meet on call at the request of the chairperson or the Community Development Director when there is sufficient business warranting that the Commission convene. Written notice of such meeting shall be given at least five (5) days prior to the meeting to each member and any other appropriate individual, pursuant to the terms and provisions contained in Government Code Section 54956. The Community Development Department shall provide staff support to the Commission to the extent approved by the Council through the budget process but in no way shall the Commission nor any member thereof incur any financial liability in the name of the City.

D. APPEAL OF HERITAGE COMMISSION DECISION: Any final decision of the Commission which is otherwise not automatically heard by Council may be appealed in accordance with Section 2-1-1501 et seq. of this code. All officers, divisions and division heads of the City shall cooperate and render all reasonable and necessary assistance to the Heritage Commission. [Added by Ord. No. 3381; eff. 10/15/94; Formerly numbered Section 2-419.1; Renumbered by Ord. No. 3472, eff. 10/18/97; Amended by Ord. No. 3812, eff. 6/24/11; 3696.]

[Deleted by Ord. No. 19-3,914, eff. 5/17/19; Formerly numbered Section 2-57. Amended by Ord. No. 3814, eff. 7/22/11; 3755, 3674, 3472, 3117, 3068, 3058, 2680, 2253.]

A. Composition of Committee: The Art in Public Places Committee shall consist of five (5) members. The Parks and Recreation Director or their designee shall serve as secretary to the Committee. The Committee shall have further staff representation from the Parks and Recreation Director or its designee.

B. Powers and Duties of the Committee: The Art in Public Places Committee shall review proposed art plans and its powers shall be limited to finding compliance with Subsections D and E of Section 10-1- 1114 of this Code. In no way shall this Committee rule upon artistic content when considering art plans. Additionally, the Committee shall recommend to the City Council expenditures of the Art in Public Places Fund, including but not limited to art projects for public buildings or on public grounds.

C. Meetings: The Art in Public Places Committee shall hold public meetings as needed. Special meetings may be called by the chair or any two other members of the Committee.

D. Quorum: A majority of the members of the Committee shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.

E. Term: Committee members shall be appointed for a four-year term, and the commencement of such terms shall be staggered in keeping with the purpose and intent of Section 2-1-401.A. [Added by Ord. No. 3119; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 25-4,028, 22-3,983, 3698, 3472, 3428.]

[Deleted by Ord. No. 18-3,900, eff. 4/6/18; Added by Ord. No. 3290. Amended by Ord. No. 16-3,874, eff. 3/11/16; 3674, 3472.]

A. Establishment of the Commission: The Sustainable Burbank Commission shall advise and make recommendations to the City Council on matters related to the implementation of the City of Burbank Sustainability Action Plan, and help engage the community by participating in various public education, outreach, and promotional activities related to environmental sustainability.

B. Composition of the Commission:

1. The Sustainable Burbank Commission shall be composed of nine (9) members to be appointed by Council. When appointing persons to the Commission, Council should consider representation of the business community at large who is engaged in environmental issues, the real estate or development industry, or faith-based or non-profit community.

2. The Commission shall have the constituted offices of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

a. Chairperson – The Chairperson shall maintain the general supervision, direction and control of the business and meetings of the Sustainable Burbank Commission. The Chairperson shall preside at all meetings of the Commission and shall have the power to appoint subcommittees of the Commission and subcommittee Chairpersons as necessary and shall receive reports of the subcommittee’s activities.

b. Vice Chairperson – The Vice Chairperson shall act in the absence of the Chairperson, perform all the duties of the Chairperson, and in so acting, shall have all the powers of the Chairperson.

3. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate two members of the City Council to meet with the Commission, but such members shall not be members of the Commission.

C. Powers and Duties of the Commission:

1. The Sustainable Burbank Commission shall have the duties to:

a. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council in establishing policy on all matters as described in Section A.

b. Engage the participation of the community.

c. Provide community support for advancing policy initiatives and programs.

d. Advise the City Council in the maximizing and leveraging efficient use of resources in the community.

e. Advise the City Council in the review of proposals, programs, practices, and goals.

D. Meetings: The Sustainable Burbank Commission shall meet regularly at least every other month, on a day and time and place to be determined and fixed by the Commission and in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Additional noticed meetings may be scheduled as necessary. All meetings shall be open to the public. Regular minutes of each meeting shall be maintained by the Public Works Department. Agendas of the Commission shall be posted as required by the laws of the State of California.

E. Quorum: A majority of the members of the Sustainable Burbank Commission shall constitute a quorum. [Added by Ord. No. 16-3,874. Amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 22-3,983.]

A. Establishment: The Burbank Cultural Arts Commission is an advisory body to the City Council. The Commission shall make policy and funding recommendations on matters related to the implementation of the City’s Cultural Arts Plan, help engage the community by participating in various public education, outreach, and promotional activities related to cultural arts and other duties as requested by Council.

B. Composition of the Commission:

1. The Burbank Cultural Arts Commission shall be composed of nine (9) members appointed by the City Council as follows: from the business community at-large, who is engaged in the arts, or who represents a diversity of art disciplines such as: arts education; art in public places; dance; live theater; film, studio and recording industry; media affiliated resources; music; and visual arts.

2. The Commission shall have the constituted offices of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

a. Chairperson – The Chairperson shall maintain the general supervision and direction and control of the business and meetings of the Commission. The Chairperson shall preside at all meetings of the Commission, and shall have the power to appoint subcommittees of the Commission and subcommittee Chairpersons as necessary, and shall receive reports of the subcommittee’s activities.

b. Vice Chairperson – The Vice Chairperson shall act in the absence of the Chairperson, perform all the duties of the Chairperson, and in so acting, shall have all the powers of the Chairperson.

3. Liaison with Council: The Mayor shall designate two members of the City Council to meet with the Commission, but such members shall not be members of the Commission.

C. Powers and Duties:

1. The Burbank Cultural Arts Commission shall have the duties to:

a. Act in an advisory capacity to the City Council in establishing policy on all matters as described in Section A.

b. Engage the participation of the community.

c. Provide community support for advancing policy initiatives and programs.

d. Advise the City Council in the maximizing and leveraging efficient use of resources in the community.

e. Advise the City Council in the review of proposals, programs, practices, and goals.

f. Other duties as requested by Council.

D. Meetings: The Burbank Cultural Arts Commission shall meet as needed, on a day and time and place to be determined and fixed by the Commission at its August meeting and in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Additional noticed meetings may be scheduled as necessary by the Commission. All meetings shall be open to the public. Minutes of each meeting shall be maintained by the Parks and Recreation Department.

E. Quorum: A majority of the members of the Commission shall constitute a quorum. [Added by Ord. No. 16-3,874; amended by Ord. No. 25-4,032, eff. 9/26/25; 25-4,028, 22-3,983.]

A. Establishment and Purpose:

There is hereby created an Infrastructure Oversight Board, who shall oversee and make recommendations to the Council regarding the infrastructure of the City (not part of an enterprise fund). The mission of this new Board, in part, is to ensure the reliability, maintenance and safety of the City’s infrastructure. Some oversight parameters may include: safety, funding, planning, construction, (i.e. high level review of scope, schedule, cost, and risk of infrastructure projects), operations, maintenance (reviewing the adequacy of existing maintenance programs), and implementation of best practices related to infrastructure.

B. Composition of the Board:

1. The Infrastructure Oversight Board shall be composed of the following members:

a. Seven (7) members to be appointed by Council.

b. When appointing persons to the Board, Council should consider not only diversity, but also the appointee’s interest in and knowledge of City infrastructure projects, methods, and procedures. As such, Council should consider appointment of architects, civil engineers, as well as professionals with expertise in other areas such as project management, urban planning, traffic engineering, structures/buildings, construction management, budget/finance, and/or other related expertise. Toward this end, when recruiting for open positions on this Board, the City Clerk in any advertisements shall encourage civil engineers, as well as professionals with expertise in other areas such as transportation, urban planning, traffic engineering, structures/buildings, construction management, budget/finance, to apply.

2. The Board shall have the constituted offices of Chair and Vice Chair.

a. Chair – The Chair shall maintain the general supervision, direction and control of the business and meetings of the Infrastructure Oversight Board. The Chair shall preside at all meetings of the Board.

b. Vice Chair – The Vice Chair shall act in the absence of the Chair, perform all the duties of the Chair, and in so acting, shall have all the powers of the Chair.

3. Liaison with Council: The City Council shall designate two members of the City Council to attend Board meetings, but such members shall not be members of the Board.

C. Powers and Duties of the Board:

The Infrastructure Oversight Board shall have the duties to:

1. Act as advisory body to the Council on matters related to City infrastructure (non-enterprise funded).

2. Provide annual review and recommendation to Council as recommended by City staff for infrastructure projects and programs, such as:

a. Capital Improvement Projects – Major Projects (i.e. construction or renovation of a municipal facility);

b. Programmatic Capital – routine and regular annual capital renewal (i.e. the City’s pavement management program, HVAC replacements, roof replacement, etc.);

c. Maintenance Programs;

3. Annually review staff’s recommended infrastructure funding prioritization for Council consideration and review the proposed general fund infrastructure expenditures. Review of funding and recommended prioritization of annual budget and ten-year infrastructure plans. Annual review of funding shall include a review of use of prior year funding and what was and was not accomplished versus planned project and program specific goals.

4. Receive quarterly reports on the status of funded projects.

5. Review and recommend infrastructure policies, practices, and programs in accordance with adopted plans (i.e., the General Plan, Specific Plans, Complete Streets Plan, and Bicycle Master Plan, etc).

6. Assist in communicating with the community concerning infrastructure projects and programs and the importance of properly maintaining the City’s assets.

7. To perform such advisory functions as are delegated to it by the provisions of this code or other action of the Council or as prescribed in the Burbank Municipal Code, adopted plans and governing rules, laws and regulations.

D. Meetings:

The Infrastructure Oversight Board shall meet regularly at least every month, on a day and time and place to be determined and fixed by the Board and held in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act. Additional noticed meetings may be scheduled as necessary. Regular action minutes of each meeting shall be maintained by the Public Works Department. The Board may create subcommittees as necessary to accomplish the goals of the Board.

E. Quorum:

A majority of four (4) voting members of the Infrastructure Oversight Board shall constitute a quorum. [Added by Ord. No. 19-3,914; Amended by Ord. No. 24-4,012, eff. 5/10/24.]