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Non EV Drivers ignoring EV only street parking / charging spaces

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 06:06:00 +0000

FIRST Burbank School Garden Planning Meeting on October 12, 4:00-5:30 pm

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Mon, 12 Oct 2015 05:02:00 +0000

Hi all,

You're invited to the FIRST Burbank School Garden Planning Meeting on October 12, 4:00-5:30 pm, in the District Office Boardroom. Come contribute to the vision for a robust, sustainable school garden program for Burbank students. If you know of others who may be interested in participating, I hope you'll forward this message and encourage them to attend.

A little background: BUSD put some funding into its LCAP (Local Control Accountability Plan), or budget priority document, for strategic planning and curriculum development for school gardens, K-12. Steve Ferguson, one of the newly-elected School Board Members, took the leadership role on this issue. It's an important signal of support for school gardens!

Now it's time to get to work. Some of you received notice of this gathering from Kimberley Clark last week. Her message is included below. If you're not able to attend but would like to be heard, please email or call so I can carry your views to the meeting.

I'd love to know if you can join us on Oct. 12th.

Best regards,

Karen Gibson

On behalf of Burbank School Garden Network

626-429-4785

BUSDeNews: District to Convene School Garden Planning Committee
Kimberley Clark
Sent:	Tuesday, September 29, 2015 10:24 AM
To:	BUSDeNEWS

BUSDeNews: District to Convene School Garden Planning
Committee

The Burbank Unified School District is convening
a School Garden Planning Committee to
develop and implement a school garden
program throughout the District.
The committee will analyze the
current state of our school gardens, l
ook at model curricula in other
districts, and determine the steps
needed to put together a
sustainable program for the future.

Being a part of this planning committee
is optional and is open to any interested staff,
students, parents, or community
members. If you are interested, please feel
free to come
to the first meeting which will be held on
October 12 from 4:00-5:30 in the District
Office Boardroom at
1900 W. Olive Avenue, Third Floor.
Parking is on-street only.

If you have any questions, please contact
Dr. Tom Kissinger,
Assistant Superintendent of
Instructional Services,
by telephone at (818) 729-4401 or
by email at tomkisisnger@burbankusd.org

Kimberley Clark

Executive Assistant to the Superintendent /
Public Information Officer

Burbank Unified School District

1900 W. Olive Avenue

Burbank, CA 91506

Tel: (818) 729-4422

Fax: (818) 729-4550

“Equity and Excellence”

Tour of Burbank Recycle Center

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 19:21:00 +0000

Metro Bike safety class - Over at end of September

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 17:29:00 +0000

These are entry level classes designed to teach returning or new bicyclist the rules of the road.
Calendar | Metro Bike Events

LACBC Free Bicycle safety classes in September

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Mon, 07 Sep 2015 16:57:00 +0000

Bicycle Safety Classes

BWP makes recycled water available to to residents

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sat, 05 Sep 2015 17:41:00 +0000

Burbank to give residents access to free recycled water

Curbside EV charging now available in Burbank

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sat, 05 Sep 2015 17:37:00 +0000

Electric car charging stations power up in Burbank

Green Strategies, Business Profits, Thursday Oct 16th, 6;30-8;30pm

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 12 Oct 2014 18:50:00 +0000

Burbank Water & Power's EcoCampus

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 05:01:00 +0000

Visit BWP's Environmental page to read all about it.

Upcoming Compost workshops - FREE

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Tue, 22 Apr 2014 03:49:00 +0000

How To Festival at Burbank Central Library - Oct 5th

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:58:00 +0000

September School Garden Mixer, Sept 25th - All are welcome!

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:41:00 +0000

Stevenson Elementary Presents:

The First School Garden Mixer of 2013-14

Open to all school garden supporters

When: Wednesday September 25, 2013 5:30 - 7:30 pm

Where: Robert Louis Stevenson Elementary School 3333 W. Oak Street, Burbank

Enter from Avon St. & follow the signs

RSVP khampel@ci.burbank.ca.us

With fond memories of three successful potlucks last year, we are happy to announce the first Garden Mixer of this school year at Stevenson Elementary.

Our purpose is simply to meet other friends of school gardens, enjoy great food outdoors, and continue building a school garden network!

Bring something for the potluck or just bring your appetite! We provide all serving ware, teas and water. Families are welcome. The evening could get chilly so dress accordingly.

Bring garden tips to share, along with any extra seeds or starts. Meet new friends, discover new ideas, resources, and garden secrets. Get answers from Master Gardeners!

Please forward this invitation to any garden friends, volunteers, teachers, or administrators who may be interested. Come be part of a positive, growing network!

We welcome all Burbank school garden supporters.

Please RSVP to
Kreigh Hampel, Burbank Recycle Center khampel@ci.burbank.ca.us or call 238-3900.
We look forward to seeing you!

The recycling staff will bring compost bins for Burbank residents and schools – call to reserve yours at (818) 238-3900.

Kreigh Hampel
Recycling Coordinator
Burbank Public Works Department Burbank Recycle Center
500 S. Flower Street
Burbank, CA 91502
(818) 238-3900

DOWNLOAD the Flyer

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 22 Sep 2013 00:05:00 +0000

Real life in the Pacific Gyre

MIDWAY a Message from the Gyre : a short film by Chris Jordan from Midway on Vimeo.

Eco-Solutions & The Entertainment Industry

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 18:18:00 +0000

On Oct 27^th BGA presents “Eco-Solutions & the Entertainment Industry,” with Key Note speaker, Mike Slavich Director of Sustainability, Warner Brothers Inc. This is a one day, FREE workshop on sustainable approaches for creating an environmentally responsible Entertainment Industry on set and off. We are two weeks out from this amazing event and I want to fill the seats. With such a great line up of speakers, this is an event not to be missed!

Please consider sharing this event via email (text is below) and social media. Below are links that can help. Also, if you know someone who would like to be a “Community Partner” or host a booth (we only have 7 spots left,) please send them my way.

· Facebook Invite: http://j.mp/Eco-Sol

·         Website:                      http://j.mp/EcoEnt
·         Tweetvite:              http://j.mp/Ecovite
·         Hashtag:                 #Eco-Solutions

I hope that you will consider sharing this information. Below I included the event in text form for easy email sharing. Attached is the flyer.
Thank you always for your support! Jessica Aldridge, Burbank Green Alliance

Eco-Solutions &
The Entertainment Industry

Saturday, October 27, 2012
1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

(1:00 pm Check-In)

http://j.mp/EcoEnt

“Eco-Solutions & the Entertainment Industry” is a one day, FREE workshop on sustainable approaches for creating an environmentally responsible entertainment industry on set and off.

This isn't your typical panel, but more of a brainstorm, interactive workshop designed for the guys and gals above and below the line. This one day workshop is a FREE opportunity to learn eco-solutions for various trades, management settings, and all stages of production. This event is ideal for anyone in the industry or looking for sustainable solutions. Seating is very limited; reservations are highly recommended!

The Burbank Green Alliance has partnered with Producers Guild of America Green because we recognize the desire among professionals to improve upon this environmental impact industry. The Burbank Entertainment Industry alone represents more than 900 businesses and more than 36,000 jobs.

LOCATION
Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center
Hope Conference Center
501 S. Buena Vista Street, Burbank, CA 91505
*Parking is available at the rear of the hospital, accessible from 501 S. Buena Vista Street entrance.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
- Entertainment Industry Professionals
- Sustainability Consultants and trade professionals
- Those interested in creating an environmentally responsible entertainment industry
- Those seeking practical resources, methods, and action plans
- Those wanting to network with thought leadersSPEAKER SCHEDULE:

· KEY NOTE: MIKE SLAVICH, Director of Sustainability, Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc

Influencing Change - The Role We Play in Social & Environmental Accountability

· RACHAEL JOY, Co-Chair, PGA Green West

Implementing Initiatives - Producer's Guild of America's Green Best Practices and Resources

· KRIS BARBERG, Executive Director, EcoSet

Redefining Trash - From Disposability to Responsibility

· DIANA POKORNY, Executive Producer (Valentine's Day, Horrible Bosses)

Case Study - Sustainability at All Stages of Production

AGENDA
1:00 PM - Check-in, Networking, Resource Booths, and Hors d'Oervres
1:30 PM - Presentations & Panel Discussion
3:00 PM - Break-Out Sessions: Goal Setting with industry professionals practicing green solutions
3:30 PM - Talk Back Session: report on highlights and present for panel discussion
4:00 PM - Meet & GreetRSVP
Tickets are FREE and open to professionals across Los Angeles. Space is VERY LIMITED, so reservations are highly suggested. To RSVP, visit www.teambusinessburbank.com and/or call Susie at 818.238.5198

EVENT BROUGHT TO YOU BY
Burbank Green Alliance and City of Burbank Community Development/Team Business, with support from Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center, Producers Guild of America Green, EcoSet Consulting.MORE INFORMATION
If you would like to host a booth or would like more information, please contact admin@burbankgreenalliance.org.SOCIAL CONNECTION

Website: http://j.mp/EcoEnt
FaceBook: http://j.mp/Eco-Sol
Twitter: http://j.mp/Ecovite
Flyer: http://j.mp/EcoFly
RSVP: http://j.mp/EcoRSVP
#Eco-Solutions

Jessica L. Aldridge
Executive Director,

Burbank Green Alliance

www.BurbankGreenAlliance.org

Stay In Touch:

Mailing List and Monthly Newsletter

Facebook

Twitter

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:21:00 +0000

Free Compost Giveaway and Workshop

Saturday, June 23^rd

Burbank Recycle Center

500 S Flower St.

Burbank, 91502

Compost Giveaway (for all Burbank residents)

8am – 12pm

First come, first served.

Compost Workshop (open to all)

10am – 11am

Learn how to restore health and productivity to your soil by transforming yard clippings and food scraps into valuable garden nutrients

All Burbank residents eligible for a free compost bin.

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:58:00 +0000

Kreigh Hampel from the Burbank Recycle Center discusses some of the bigger picture solutions (reusing Grey water) and the concept of the little things that added up to big changes and the reality of actually making it happen.

Feeling less guilty about Starbucks.

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 17:08:00 +0000

Recently I've been visiting Starbucks more, almost on a daily basis. Generally I forget my reusable/travel mug or prefer the disposable cup. While the paper cup seems more earth friendly, what about the plastic #5 lid?

I've recently started saving the lid for reuse. The lid is easy to keep in my car and if you're near a water source easy to clean for reuse. Plus if you visit the same coffee shop most days it would be fairly consistent. For instance the lid on the Starbucks not beverages is there same for all the sizes.

Now what to do about the straws . . .

Burbank to open EV car chargers next week.

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 18:47:00 +0000

The chargers will be free for 6 months then $2 an hour thereafter. According to one comment in response to The Leader's article - $2 is expensive compared to about $.33 when charging at home.

Read the article here

Locations of chargers in Burbank & LA County

Screening "Tipping Point - The End of Oil"

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 04:12:00 +0000

Gunter Pauli - The Blue Economy

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:24:00 +0000

Last April Gunter Pauli spoken at a Burbank Green Alliance event at Woodbury University. I managed to tape the event and will be posting soon. Doing a simple search of his name or "The Blue Economy"on YouTube will reveal his lecture.

Free Compost Workshops & Bins 2011

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sat, 25 Dec 2010 07:18:00 +0000

Free Compost Workshops & Bins

Burbank residents are rediscovering the satisfaction of restoring the health and productivity of their soil by simply combining the leaf and grass clippings from the yard with food scraps from the kitchen. Workshops are free, fun for the whole family, and each Burbank household is given one compost bin (worth $100). Bins distributed at workshops or at Burbank Recycle Center. Call to RSVP (818) 238-3900

· March 23—6:30pm—8pm—Ralph Emerson Elementary—720 E Cypress Ave.

Plastic Bag mockumentary

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 19:48:00 +0000

A friend of mine was the cinematographer on this project

Upcoming Events- July & August

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:36:00 +0000

Backyard Composting – “Closing the loop on the Cycle of Life”
Learn to turning leaves, grass, and food scraps into rich soil for your yard.

Attend one of the following workshops and receive a free compost bin (for Burbank residents only).
Workshops are free, open to all and fun for the whole family.

Call Burbank Recycle Center to rsvp (818) 238–3900

Workshop Dates
· July 10th 9:30-11am Location: zpizza, 116 E Palm Ave., Burbank
· July 17th 10-11:30am Location: Burbank Recycle Center, 500 S Flower St., Burbank

Take Out Your Lawn Workshop
Swap that water-guzzling lawn with a beautiful, fragrant California-friendly landscape. Taught by Lili Singer

Workshop Dates
· July 28th Buena Vista Library, 300 N Buena Vista St., Burbank - 6:30 – 8:30pm
· August 18th Buena Vista Library, 300 N Buena Vista St., Burbank - 6:30 – 8:30pm

Call Burbank Recycle Center to RSVP (818) 238-3900

Burbank Annual Household Hazardous Waste Roundup

August 14th
1845 N Ontario St., Burbank
888 CLEAN-LA

Free Film Screening of "The End Of The Line"

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Sat, 26 Jun 2010 06:37:00 +0000

Synopsis: “Learn how responsible choices will save our oceans and seafood industry!”

Date: Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Time: 7:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: Woodbury University 7500 N. Glenoaks Blvd. Burbank, CA 91504

Reservations: $10 Suggested Donation (reservations and donations are not necessary but always welcome)

RSVP Online: www.gathergreen.com (or email info@burbankgreenalliance.org)

Flyer/Invite: http://bit.ly/aBiLT8

For More Info: www.burbankgreenalliance.org

Simple Idea = make roofs white

noreply@blogger.com (Burbank Eco) — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 08:18:00 +0000

The Obama Administration's Energy Secretary was recently on John Stewart and had a simple idea. Next time you re-roof your house simply make it white.