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Burbank PASS Description

The Burbank Program, Activity, and Service Subsidy (PASS) Program provides Burbank residents in need of financial assistance the opportunity to engage and participate in Citywide services.

We are currently accepting applications for the 2026–2027 program year that will begin on July 1, 2026.
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY

The applicant must be a Burbank Resident with valid proof of residency, including:

VALID PHOTO IDENTIFICATION 

  • Valid photo driver's license or identification card

PROOF OF RESIDENCY 

  • Current Burbank Water & Power utility bill or a verifiable residential rental/lease agreement - further documentation will be requested. 

Burbank PASS - Income Qualifications

The applicant's gross annual household total income must not exceed the amounts listed in the chart below. Proof of household size and proof of income are required.

Annual Household Total Gross Income Limits

Household Size

Annual Income Limit
1 $75,034
2 $82,537
3 $90,791
4 $99,870
5 $109,857
6 $120,842
7 $132,927
8 $146,219
pass Program Details
  • Applications for FY 2026–27 are being accepted through April 30, 2027, or until available funding is depleted.
  • Applications for FY 2027–28 will be accepted beginning May 1, 2027, with funding available on or after July 1, 2027.
  • The subsidy allocation does not cover the entire cost of a class, activity, program, or service.  Subsidy amounts vary from 40%-80% depending on the activity or service.  Any balance due after the subsidy is applied is payable by the participant at the time of registration.
  • Note: BurbankBus Senior and Disabled Transit Services ($1.00 per ride) are fully subsidized by PASS. *Applicants must meet the proper age or disability requirements.
  • Applicants may receive a subsidy of up to $400 per eligible individual per fiscal year – with a limit of $1,200 per household. (see chart below)
  • Parent may request a one-time transfer of up to $200 to a child(ren) from their allocation. Transfer requests are ONLY approved during the application process.


Subsidy Allocations

Household Size Subsidy Allocation
1 $400
2 $800
3 and above $1,200

 

ELIGIBLE CITYWIDE PROGRAMS

The Burbank PASS subsidy can be applied to various Citywide programs. View the Burbank PASS Eligibility List for a full list of eligible programs.

To use a subsidy for a specific program or for details on these offering, please contact the department directly or email [email protected]

 

Some programs are ineligible for subsidy. This includes, but is not limited to the following programs:

  • Basic Utility Services already included in Burbank Water and Power's Lifeline Program and Project Share
  • Building Permits and Fees
  • Burbank Senior Activity Card (BSAC)
  • Burbank Tennis Center
  • DeBell Golf Course
  • Facility Rentals
  • Go! Party
  • Penalties and Fines
  • Recreation Class Material Fees
  • Special Event Admissions
  • Starlight Bowl Concerts

Contact

Location
150 N. Third Street
Burbank, CA 91502
Map

Hours
Monday - Friday*
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
*Counter cloes at 3:00 p.m. on Fridays.
*Appointments are recommended, although walk-ins are welcome.

Phone
(818) 238-5317
Mondays 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday through Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fridays 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Email[email protected]

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