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DTNBUR.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Guide to Burbank 2017-2018 WelcomefromtheMayor .......................4 Welcome from the Chamber Chairman . .5 Welcome to Burbank! . .6 City Officials and Departments . .19 BoardofDirectors............................20 BoardofDirectors&Staff......................21 Chamber Benefits & Services . .22 Transportation...............................24 RecreationandLeisure........................27 Libraries ...................................28 Education ..................................30 QuickReferenceGuide........................35 IndexofCategoryListings......................40 Classified Membership Listing . .44 Alphabetical Membership Index . .129 Index of Advertisers . .135 MISSION STATEMENT “TO BE THE LEADING PUBLIC POLICY ADVOCATE FOR BUSINESS; TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC GROWTH; TO BE A STRATEGIC PARTNER IN INITIATIVES THAT ENHANCE AND PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE BURBANK COMMUNITY; AND TO PROVIDE VALUED SERVICES TO OUR MEMBERS.” The 2017-2018 Guide To Burbank is published by the Burbank Chamber of Commerce 200 W. Magnolia Blvd., Burbank, CA 91502 818.846.3111 www.BurbankChamber.org Design and Layout by American Foothill Publishing, Inc. 818.352.7878 Unless otherwise noted, at the time of publication, all telephone numbers in this index are in the (818) area code. The material herein contained cannot be reproduced in whole or in part without prior permission from the Burbank Chamber of Commerce. The information contained in this publication was gathered carefully to ensure accuracy. The Burbank Chamber of Commerce, however, cannot and does not guarantee the accuracy of all information furnished. Therefore, no responsibility for errors or omissions can be, or is, assumed. 3 WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR As Mayor of the City of Burbank, it is my privilege and honor, on behalf of the Burbank residents, city employees, and the entire Burbank City Council, to welcome you to our great city! I hope that you will find this guide helpful in exploring the many experiences and opportunities our commu- nity has to offer. Jess A. Talamantes Burbank is known as the “Media Capi- Mayor tal of the World!” We are home to The Walt Disney Company, Warner Bros Studios, The Burbank Studios, Nickelodeon, Cartoon Network, ABC Studios, and KCET. In addition, these major studios are supported by various smaller media businesses in our city that provide sound stages for music artists and a wide variety of other key services, from post-production to wardrobe and make up, all of which are essential in the industry. While our city is the site of so much entertainment activity, it is also a community that is known for retaining its small town atmosphere. We have tree-lined streets where neighbors know each other by name and help one another in many ways. Our city serv- ices support both our businesses and residents. As a full-service city, we offer reliable utilities, police and fire services, and our recreational facilities and programs are exceptional. Whether you find yourself at our Starlight Bowl for a live performance, take in a round of golf at our DeBell Golf Course, play tennis at our Burbank Tennis Center, or just want to take a calm stroll in one of our many parks, Burbank has much to offer that will keep you busy and feeling our friendly com- munity spirit! Burbank is also home to areas of diverse shopping and dining. You can visit the Empire Center, the Burbank Town Center, or simply take a walk through downtown Burbank to peruse its theaters and shops. Take a stroll in tree-lined Magnolia Park, or visit the Burbank Boulevard shopping area. Even going for a drive along Riverside Drive offers a unique experience and plenty of pretty scenery! Burbank is known for its exceptional schools, its close-knit neighborhoods and its excellent city services. Our businesses and our neighborhoods stand out for their quality and variety. Burbank is unique, from the Rancho area where you will encounter horses on the streets, to the Media District where you will see the home of The Walt Disney Company and Warner Bros, to the flatlands where you will find Magnolia Park, and to the Verdugo Hillside where you will see tree-lined streets with spectacular views. We are a community that has something for everyone! Welcome to Burbank! Jess A. Talamantes Mayor of Burbank 4 WELCOME from the CHAMBER CHAIRMAN You could be anywhere in the world right now – but if you’re reading this, you’re in Burbank. Board Chair Lee Wochner Welcome When my wife and I left the East Coast in 1988, we were lucky enough to land in Burbank, and to raise three children here. We stayed for the same reasons so many others do: the good schools, the strong community, a vibrant business sector, and a solid, functioning city government. These are the things that underpin our city’s success. Burbank is the media capital of the world. Within our borders, you’ll find the headquarters of The Walt Disney Company, and also such name-brand entertainment giants as Warner Brothers, DC Comics, Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network, as well as the literally thousands of companies associated with them. We also boast a historic airport, our own hospital, an exciting downtown, America’s largest IKEA, and much more. All told, Burbank is home to more than fourteen thousand businesses and organizations of all sorts and sizes. And yet, despite such global impact, Burbank has been able to hang onto its small-town feel. That’s thanks to a web of non-profits dedicated to helping the community, to parents and teachers actively engaged with our schools and their students, to civil servants and safety personnel working to make a difference, and to neighbors doing their part to keep up the neighborhood. It’s a place where people know each other, and know how to work together. The nation, and the world, could use more of that. Welcome to Burbank. Whether you’re here for a day, or for a lifetime, we’re glad to have you joining us. Best, Lee Wochner Chairman, Burbank Chamber of Commerce 5 WELCOME TO BURBANK! THE BURBANK ECONOMIC ADVANTAGE Home to Warner Bros. Studios, The Walt Disney Company, and more than 1,000 creative companies that make the magic happen, Burbank is truly the Media Capital of the World. With a population of over 108,000 residents, and a robust daily workforce of 150,000 specializing in media, hi-tech, hospitality, healthcare, and a population that doubles to 200,000 during the day, Burbank is a place for business. As a community with excellent schools, parks, police, and fire, it also provides an enviable quality of life. Burbank’s stellar reputation as a dynamic business destination is supported by: • A proactive City government with a dedicated Economic Development staff focused on supporting existing industries, and encouraging new opportunities. • A unique mix of no City income tax, no gross sales receipt tax, and one-stop streamlined permitting process. • The ONEBurbank High-Speed Fiber Optic Network www.OneBurbank.com offering Burbank businesses ultra-high-speed internet services with industry-lead- ing customer service and value. • Special business incentives including Solar Power Rebates, the LEED Incentive Program, and Energy Solutions Rebates. • Hollywood Burbank Airport averages 77 flights a day and 4.1 million visitors per year; connecting with major destinatons including Silicon Valley and New York City. • A highly educated pool of entrepreneurial, creative and hi-tech talent employed by more than 1,000 post-production houses, technology companies, and startups. 6 WELCOME TO BURBANK! • The ideal environment for media, entertainment, and creative companies with a high concentration of Class A office space and LEED Certified buildings. • Public/private partnerships that leverage community assets into shared goals via the Downtown Burbank Partnership, the Bur- bank Hospitality Association. To find out more about how you can benefit from Burbank’s economic advantage, please contact Mary Hamzoian, Economic Development Manager at [email protected] or 818.238.5180. Top 10 Burbank Enterprises • Warner Bros. Entertainment • The Walt Disney Company • Providence / St. Joseph Hospital • Hollywood Burbank Airport • Burbank Unified School District • City of Burbank • ABC, Inc. • Deluxe Entertainment • Entertainment Partners • Nickelodeon Animation * includes Attorneys, Brokers, CPA’s, etc. Population & Demographics • 108,366 residents • 150,000 daytime workforce • 200,000 daytime population • Average family income exceeds $87,000 • Home to more than 14,000 businesses • Per capita sales of more than $6,500 Source: Claritas Neilsen, HdL, and EMSI 7 WELCOME TO BURBANK! Quick Facts Workforce Population • 150,000 employees With the highest concentration of studios and media-related companies in L.A. County, Burbank is where entertainment happens. Top household names include ABC Television, Bravo, Cartoon Network, CW Network, DC Comics, Fremantle Media, iHeart Radio Theater Los An- geles, Insomniac, Legendary Pictures, New Line Cinema, New York Film Academy, Nickelodeon, Technicolor, Warner Bros. Studios, Warner Music Group, and The Walt Disney Company. Convention Hotels and Event Sites Burbank boasts ideal meeting facilities with more than 50,000 square feet of first-rate hotel convention space. Add to that an abundance of nontraditional venues that meeting planners dream about, and you have a perfect combination of options: movie studio backlots, museums, a golf clubhouse, indoor and outdoor parks, equestrian center, and recreation facilities. Examples include the Los Angeles Marriott Burbank Airport and Convention Center with 46,000 square feet of newly renovated exhibition space, including a self-contained 27,000 square foot convention center, 22 breakout rooms, four VIP boardrooms and 488 guest rooms. The Holiday Inn Burbank Media Center offers stunning views from the Crystal View Lounge, twin 20-story towers, 16,000-plus square feet of meeting space, and 4,000 square feet for exhibitions. The glamorous Hotel Amarano, a home away from home for “celebs”, offers a full-on boutique experience.