Sharon Springer
Sharon Springer is an American politician serving as the mayor of Burbank, California. Elected in December 2019, she succeeded Emily Gabel-Luddy.
Sharon Springer | |
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Mayor of Burbank, California | |
Assumed office December 2019 | |
Preceded by | Emily Gabel-Luddy |
Personal details | |
Political party | Democratic |
Education | University of South Alabama (BS) Ohio State University (MS) |
Early life and education
Springer's father served in the United States Air Force. As a child, the family moved frequently and lived in several countries, including Spain and the Kingdom of Libya.[1]
Springer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in geography from University of South Alabama and a Master of Science degree in city and regional planning from Ohio State University. She later earned a Master Gardener certificate from University of California Cooperative Extension.[2][3]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Springer worked as a real estate appraiser.[2] She was also an administrator at EngAGE, an education non-profit.[4]
In April 2017, Springer was elected to the Burbank City Council.[5] In April 2018, she served as the vice mayor of Burbank.[6]
In December 2019, Springer became the mayor of Burbank.[7][2][8]
Personal life
Springer's husband was Lawrence Lee Gardner, Jr. (died 2010). Springer lives in Burbank, California.[4]
References
- "At a Glance:". Los Angeles Times. ISSN 0458-3035. Retrieved 2021-01-12.
- Sherwood, Craig (December 16, 2019). "Burbank City Council Elects Sharon Springer as New Mayor". myburbank.com. Retrieved June 9, 2020.
- "Sharon Springer, Mayor". burbankca.gov. Retrieved June 9, 2020.
- "Burbank Council Candidate: Sharon Springer". latimes.com. December 22, 2014. Retrieved June 9, 2020.(Requires paid subscription)
- "With all ballots in, Frutos and Springer claim City Council seats". dailypress. April 14, 2020. Retrieved June 9, 2020.
- Laurell, David (August 20, 2019). "On the Town: Burbank Kiwanis Club dives 'under the sea' for fundraiser". courant.com. Retrieved June 9, 2020.
- "California Globe Interview with Burbank Mayor Sharon Springer". californiaglobe.com. Feb 27, 2020. Retrieved June 8, 2020.
- Caprio, Anthony Clark (December 7, 2019). "Councilwoman Sharon Springer appointed as next Burbank mayor". latimes.com. Retrieved June 9, 2020.