Council member Golonski asked that the Council discuss the use of City of Burbank Police officers at the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport.

Following the events of 9/11 the Airport was mandated to upgrade its police force.  At the outset this was accomplished by adding police officers from other agencies, including Burbank, on an overtime basis.  The reliance on these additional officers has been gradually reduced as the Airport has increased the numbers and expertise of its own force.

The Airport is also involved in a dispute with the owner of the neighboring parking lot.  Whether or not part of that dispute, the Airport removed the previously marked crosswalk at the corner of the private parking lot crossing the perimeter road, and installed a �no crossing� sign.  Tickets have apparently been issued to pedestrians who continue to cross at this location, contrary to the �no crossing� sign.

The initial issue is whether Burbank Police Officers are employed in the issuance of these tickets.  Our information is that BPD Officers do not perform these functions.

It is recommended that Council discuss this item, provide direction, and take the appropriate action.

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