The Week That Was and That Will Be - July 29

Ever wondered how city planning impacts your daily life, or why certain traffic signals seem always to catch you off guard? Join me, Craig Sherwood, as I unveil the latest happenings in Burbank on this week’s edition of My Burbank Talks. Celebrate with us the triumph of our contest winner, Al Epstein, and stay informed about the Olive Overpass elevator rebuild that's set to wrap up by April 2025. We dive into Mayor Nick Schultz's recent "Ask the Mayor" session, where he shared city council updates on the Hamas-Israel ceasefire, no-fault evictions, and the Safer Streets Initiative.This episode also tackles the erratic scheduling of city meetings and brings you up to speed on the new Glenoaks signal wiring project, which will turn traffic lights into four-way stop signs until August 7th. We'll give you a crash course on proper stop sign etiquette and explain why speeding through timed signals is a lost cause. Plus, get a sneak peek into the upcoming city council meeting focused on relocation assistance and tenant protections, aimed at balancing the needs of both tenants and small landlords.Lastly, we shed light on the vibrant media industry in Burbank and the various career opportunities it offers beyond the glitz and glamour of acting. Learn about the upcoming Media Industry Expo and Job Fair, and why supporting local studios and businesses is essential for our community. From overgrown weeds near the freeway to the return of the DIG event at the Jocelyn Center, this episode covers it all. And don’t miss our call to political candidates to share their visions on future episodes of myBurbank Talks, Meet the Candidate. Tune in for a thorough update on everything you need to know about our city!Support the show