City of Burbank

Today the City of Burbank proudly celebrated the grand opening of The Ranch Lot Studios ✂️🎥 For more than a century, Burbank and Warner Bros. have grown side by side as leaders in entertainment and today marks the next chapter. This new, state-of-the-art studio reinforces what we’ve always known, Burbank is where stories begin. Here’s to the future of filmmaking in the Media Capital of the World. Congrats to Worthe Real Estate Group, Warner Bros., the Burbank community, and all industry professionals who will make great use of this facility! 3…2…1…ACTION BURBANK!⭐️🎬

All city offices and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in observance of Dolores Huerta Day. Refuse will be collected as regularly scheduled on the observed holiday, and city offices and facilities will resume normal operating hours on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. 🚘Please note that there will be no street sweeping on Tuesday, March 31, 2026; therefore, no street sweeping citations will be issued.

We're celebrating the start of the MLB season by spotlighting Burbank's own MLB history ⚾🧢 Did you know that from 1949 to 1952, Olive Memorial Stadium served as the spring training home for the St. Louis Browns? The stadium was demolished in 1995, though the fields themselves remain and the park was later renamed George Izay Park in 1984. 📸 Photo and story credits to burbankinfocus.org

Heads up, EV drivers 🔌 ChargePoint is introducing a new service fee for public charging sessions across their network, including stations operated by BWP in Burbank. This fee is set by ChargePoint and is outside of our control—but we know it impacts you, and that matters to us. For more info or questions, visit: chargepoint.com/drivers/support Or call: 1-888-758-4389 We’ll keep you updated and remain committed to supporting affordable EV charging in our community. #bwp #publicpower #burbank

🔔📢 Non-profits: The next grant application workshop will be held virtually on Wednesday, March 25th from 11AM-12PM. Register: bit.ly/4ucYVae

Did you know that gas powered leaf blowers are no longer allowed in Burbank? Adopted by the City Council in December 2025, this new ordinance supports cleaner air and quieter neighborhoods; while aligning with California’s long term goal of zero-emission equipment by 2035. Rebates are available for residents and businesses who switch to electric by January 1, 2027. 🔗 Learn more about the ban on gas powered leaf blowers and available rebates here: bit.ly/4uODYmx or contact Burbank Code Enforcement at (818) 238-5225.

🐰🐣 Tickets are still available for Burbank's Spring Egg-Stravaganza. Family fun egg hunts for ages 0-10, games, and photos with the bunny. $5 for residents / $10 for non-residents. Register: BurbankCA.gov/ParksandRec

🚶‍♂️💭 Have ideas about improving Downtown Burbank? Join City Staff for a walking tour to discuss a safer and more walkable downtown. Each one hour tour begins at the 📍 Palm Paseo entrance at San Fernando and Palm (between Gap and Finney's). 📅 Tour 1: April 2 | 5:30-6:45PM 📅 Tour 2: April 4 | 10-11:15AM ✅ RSVP: bit.ly/40NBmYm 🔗 Learn more by visiting the project website: bit.ly/4tETxNb

📽️Check out this week's Mayor's Minute with Mayor Tamala Takahashi to learn about what items will be discussed at the March 24, 2026 City Council Meeting. 🔗 Full Agenda Available Here: bit.ly/4bKoGqj

📚✨ Burbank Public Library Celebrates National Library Week with Bestselling Author Taylor Jenkins Reid. 🔗 Read here: bit.ly/4bKnnaT

During #WomensHistoryMonth, we're recognizing the women of Burbank Water and Power who help provide safe, reliable, and sustainable water and energy services to residents and businesses across the city. Thank you, BWP! 🌟

Help shape the future of Burbank Public Library 📚🌟 Join city staff at an upcoming Town Hall to learn about the proposed new Central Library & Public Plaza, get project updates, and share your feedback. 📅 March 25th 6-8PM (in-person) 📅 April 9th 7-8PM (virtual) 📅 April 11th 10:30AM-12:30PM (in-person) All meetings will cover the same information. Learn more at newburbanklibrary.com 👈

Happy Government Finance Professionals Week! This week, we recognize the dedicated finance professionals who safeguard public funds, ensure transparency, and support the long-term financial health of our community. Thank you to our Financial Services Department for your outstanding service! 👏 #GovernmentFinanceProfessionalsWeek #CSMFO #CALocalGov #PublicFinanceCA

This Women's History Month, we're spotlighting the women of the Burbank Police Department 💙 From patrol and community engagement to mental health response and background investigations, these officers and detectives serve and protect our community in many vital ways. Thank you for your dedication to keeping Burbank safe. @BurbankPD

The City of Burbank is #hiring! Applications for the Buyer 1 position in the Financial Services Department close at 5:00PM on April 10, 2026. Discover your next career and apply: burbankca.gov/job-seekers

📽 As part of the City’s Film Burbank Campaign, which highlights Burbank’s streamlined, film-friendly permitting process, we’re sharing a monthly screenshot of local film and production activity. In February 2026, the Burbank Film Permit Office processed 63 permit applications, a 97% increase from January, with TV productions making up 25% of all permits issued. The City also announced Hallmark Media’s move to the Media Capital of the World, marking an exciting milestone for Burbank’s growing entertainment industry. Stay tuned as we continue to spotlight Film Burbank each month. Learn more at burbankca.gov/filmburbank

🐣🌼 Spring Egg-Stravaganza on March 28, 2026: Open registration for non-residents is now available at BurbankParks.com.

🌸🌻 March 20 marks the first official day of spring, even if this week's heat has it feeling more like summer! What's your favorite way to enjoy spring in Burbank? Tell us in the comments below 💭

Suspect Arrested after SWAT Standoff Please see the pictured news release, or click here: tinyurl.com/3tuhebfx