Corner of Rollins Rd and Broadway. I assume, maybe incorrectly, that this building is being demolished as part of the Broadway overpass project. Can't say it was an architectural gem by any means. However, it does raise some question nevertheless.
a.) Relying on my institutional memory, The North Rollins Road Specific Plan includes incentives for gateway features at the entrance to the Rollins Rd Industrial area. Will the entrance to Rollins be pushed further down the block where there are several properties that look primed for redevelopment? And will the design of the overpass add a feature that enhances the entrance?
b.) We focus much of our attention on increased density and the changing landscape of downtown. I have always maintained that the opportunty is along Rollins, Airport Blvd and Bayshore in our semi industrial areas.Will the reconstruction of the overpass bring new attention to this area? Is it good? Is it bad?
c.) Just around the corner along Carolan will be a major increase in density with a new housing development appearing in the months to come. How will this impact traffic, etc?
Just asking?
I drove past there this morning.
What in the world is going on at that property?
It is a literal Junk Yard-Hoarder property.
Welcome to "The City of Trees."
There should be a wall put up there.
Posted by: [email protected] | October 15, 2014 at 02:43 PM
I had dinner with a long time local who recalls roller skating at the Yankee Doodle rink which was located in this building. That's way before my time, but it sounds like fun. He got his first kiss there in 7th grade. Anyone else in the same boat?
Posted by: Joe | October 19, 2014 at 11:41 PM
Speaking of "More Claw."
Regarding the Tree Removal that happened @ Mills canyon a few months ago,
Does anyone know what the investigation and outcome was?
My understanding is that the City of Burlingame Arborist-Bob Disco gave his permission for the project to go ahead.
The neighbors were never informed by Bob Disco City Arborist, regarding the removal of City of Burlingame Heritage Trees.
The Heritage Trees were in a Park.
Mills Canyon.
According to my friend-Bob Disco's property backs up to Mills canyon too.
Probably just a coincidence too.
What was the outcome of this "Controversial" Park and Recreation Event that the new Park and Recreation Director Margaret Glomstead should stop wishing it would go away, and address the mistakes, lack of oversight by her experience.
Say you are sorry, fire or suspend someone, and become the leader we all know you are.
Transparency is the best policy.
Posted by: [email protected] | October 21, 2014 at 07:12 PM
I would like to add something that did not come through my last comment.
Mr. Disco has done an excellent job in the urban reforestation of Burlingame, and from what a friend of mine (P&R Commission) told me, he does a lot of volunteer work in Burlingame as well.
I am sorry giving the impression that I think Mr. Disco is just another Government Employee.
Mistakes have been made and the need for answers should be made public so they do not happen ever again.
Hopefully sooner than later.
Everybody make mistakes.
Posted by: [email protected] | October 22, 2014 at 03:31 PM
^^^^^
Bah, Humbug. I'm a crotchety old guy!
Posted by: poppyguy | October 23, 2014 at 09:00 AM
Burlingame should immediately start putting pressure on Caltrain to restore weekday service to Broadway. The whole demographics of the area is changing and with this new development going up on Carolan, I cannot see how they can justify not making full use of the station. Get Caltrain to reopen it and monitor numbers for at least a couple years before shutting it again.
Posted by: J. Mir | December 08, 2014 at 12:12 PM