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Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Plans Approved For Bay Rise Park Project, Burlingame (sfyimby.com) — A new Bay Rise Park has been approved for 410 Airport Boulevard in Burlingame, bringing an educational center, Bay Trail extension, marsh restoration, and new waterfront access for kayakers and kitesurfers. The SPHERE Institute and San Mateo Resource Conservation District are partnering on the 9.4-acre project, with construction expected to take about a year once it begins.
• Submit Applications for Community Grants Program (California) (fundsforngos.org) — Nonprofits and public agencies that serve Burlingame residents can now apply for Peninsula Health Care District's Community Grants Program, with applications due August 26, 2026. Funding supports mental health, preventive care, healthy aging, and safety-net services, offering local organizations a chance to expand programs like diabetes prevention, senior support, and oral health access for the community.
• Deadly e-bike accidents shape Bay Area test (calmatters.org) — A tragic e-bike crash in Burlingame that killed 4-year-old Ayden Fang is helping drive new statewide e-bike safety legislation, including a San Mateo County pilot banning kids under 12 from certain models. Lawmakers are weighing stricter rules for riders and sellers, while some advocates argue safer street design should be the priority for preventing future accidents.
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