Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Burlingame public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in water utilities
Donnelly and Alcazar water tanks rehabilitation
The council added $78,200 to the tank rehab contract to finish the job, bringing the total to $353,855. These tanks are part of the city's water storage system.
East Burlingame Terrace water main replacement
The city awarded a $2.37 million contract to Casey Construction to replace aging water mains in the East Burlingame Terrace subdivision, plus $423,016 for construction management. Better pipes mean fewer breaks and more reliable water service.
Water supply planning and the Bay-Delta Plan
The state-required water plan projects demand could exceed supply by up to 38% in a 2050 dry year — numbers the Mayor called politically loaded fiction. The plan passed, but the Council will revisit the growth assumptions and Burlingame's advocacy posture through BAWSCA.
Water project bids rejected
All bids came in for two water projects — the East Burlingame Terrace water main replacement and valve replacement Phase III — so the city is revising bid documents and rebidding.
Sewer main capacity improvements
The Council approved a $186,600 contract with Schaaf & Wheeler to design sewer main capacity and gravity main improvements — infrastructure work that keeps the system running for residents and businesses.
PG&E Undergrounding Coordination for El Camino Real Project
Council reported that PG&E has engaged senior management, agreed to absorb underestimated undergrounding costs, and is working on a timeline — but the whole tree-and-road project hinges on PG&E hitting its window.