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**The Week That Was and The Week That Will Be - August 7 Edition - myBurbank Talks Podcast**
Welcome, Burbank enthusiasts, to another episode of "The Week That Was and The Week That Will Be". Craig Sherwood, joined by the insightful Ross Benson and the ever-curious Craig Durling. As your trusty guides, we're here to unpack the latest happenings in Burbank and offer you a comprehensive look into the week ahead.
**Last Week's Round-up:**
- **Danny's Surprising Return:** Former Burbank Chief, Danny Alvarez, made headlines with his swift return from Santa Monica. Why the sudden change of heart after less than a year? And what about the $18,000 he took to come back to Burbank? We dig deep.
- **Sunday’s Stand:** A determined protest took place at Third and Olive, putting the international spotlight on the Armenia-Azerbaijan Border Conflict that's been ongoing since 2021.
- **City's New Look:** Burbank's Triangle Building at Olive and Pass stands curiously devoid of signs. But the talk of the town? Our iconic Water Tower getting a splash of Barbie Pink!
**Looking Ahead:**
- *Monday:* **Art in Public Places:** We await key decisions regarding various public art projects, especially the eagerly-discussed McCambridge Recreation Center Gym Mural. On the other side, the Landlord/Tenant Commission has its hands full with 16 agenda items.
- *Tuesday:* **Voice of the Tenants:** With protests by the Burbank Tenants Union and a packed City Hall council meeting, Burbank's community voice is loud and clear. The meeting agenda is jam-packed, with discussions around Warner Bros. Ranch Lot Development Agreement, real estate offers, and tenant protection laws at the forefront.
- *Wednesday:* **A Slice of Burbank:** California Pizza Kitchen is ready to serve with its grand ribbon-cutting ceremony. Also, keep an ear out for the Library Trustees' deliberations at the Burbank Central Library.
- *Thursday:* **Community Engagement:** Dive into Burbank’s cultural and recreational discussions with meetings from the Burbank Cultural Arts Commission and the Burbank Parks and Recreation Board. Plus, the BWP Integrated Resource Plan Community Meeting lays out a 20-year vision for our city's energy.
- *Friday:* **Catering with Love:** Loves Catering is set to delight Burbank with its official Chamber Ribbon Cutting ceremony.
**Featured Segments:**
- **Ross’ Rant:** Trust Ross to take the most mundane of topics and turn it into an engaging discussion. This week, he dives into the seemingly simple world of trashcans. Prepare for some laughs and revelations!
- **Craig’s Comments:** Craig steers the conversation towards motor scooters, uncovering the pros, cons, and the undeniable charm of this transport mode.
So, buckle up, Burbank residents, for a whirlwind tour of our beloved city's past, present, and future events.
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