“Hadia is enthusiastic and dedicated to the City of Burlingame. As the Beautification Commissioner, she has offered suggestions and assisted local businesses in making their entrances more welcoming to customers. Hadia was relentless in trying to find ways to help the Downtown Burlingame Improvement District raise needed money for holiday lighting and decorations. With a warm smile, Hadia has a “Can Do Attitude”.”
-Laurie Hilt, Executive Director
Downtown Burlingame Improvement Distirct (DBID)
“Hadia embodies the vest of Burlingame spirit. She uniquely understands that accessibility doesn’t have to come at the expense of beauty. In fact, Hadia shows us how functionality and aesthetics go hand-in-hand to improve the quality of life in our life in our beloved town. We need her ideas and her indefatigable drive to make meaningful things happen. We are lucky to have her passion for Burlingame and I hope to see her local impact continue to grow for years to come.”
-Holly Osborn,
Brand Executive
BHS Class of ‘93 and 3rd-generation Burlingamer
“Hadia is the most inspiring citizen of Burlingame.
With her true passion and love for the city, she keeps surprising us!
I love the lighting Hadia decorated Burlingame with, as well as the beautiful garlands with different flowers and plants. Such a dedication and beautiful work coming from pure love for the City of Burlingame!
Hadia is true giver and we are lucky to have her.
I am sure that her sense of decor, her care, love and dedication will continue to bring true values and happiness for all of us in Burlingame.”
-Jelena Jovanov,
Owner, Maison Alyzee
“The city of Burlingame is indeed lucky to have someone like Hadia. Whatever she does comes from her heart. From decorating the City of Burlingame with flowers and lights to helping local business owners boosting their businesses, she has been all over to make the place by far better and better. I am confident that her being the City Council, she’ll work wonders and will be the best example for many more who’ll come in the future……Hadia Khoury - a woman of passion, dedication and love to serve the community.”
-Wazir Bauccha,
Exec. Sous Chef - Hyatt Centric Hotel & Former Managing Member - Masala Desi Café, Burlingame
“As a member of the Burlingame Holiday Tree Decor Committee, I worked closely with Hadia Khoury to bring lights to Downtown Burlingame! What one notices immediately is that Hadia brings passion, exuberance, and energy to everything she does for the City of Burlingame.
To illustrate her commitment to getting things done, Hadia was instrumental in bringing the celebration of Downtown Burlingame’s 2023 Holiday Season by collaborating with the Downtown Burlingame Improvement District, BID (the merchant’s organization of all businesses located downtown) to successfully light up Burlingame Avenue and a few of the side streets.
She partnered with the DBID, that was financially and logistically responsible for this project, to help coordinate the expensive and complicated logistics by interacting with numerous entities including NPD, Public Works Department, the city manager, the community Holiday Street Decor Committee, the lighting vendor, and individual business owners.
Hadia serves as a Beautification Commissioner and is a Downtown Burlingame business owner and resident. She is always looking for ways to improve the welcoming look, vibrancy, and experience of Burlingame.”
-Jenny Keleher
Burlingame resident, Downtown Burlingame business owner (A Runner’s Mind)
“Hadia Khoury is a community leader deeply invested in the prosperity and well-being of Burlingame. Although I have known Hadia only for a few years, she demonstrates a steadfast commitment to serving our community with friendly enthusiasm and creative solutions. Hadia has a proven track record of collaboration and consensus-building to resolve problems and address obstacles. I witnessed this firsthand when the merchant community in Downtown Burlingame confronted a series of challenges to lighting Downtown Burlingame for the upcoming holiday season. I believe that Hadia works with the best interest of the community in mind and will work tirelessly to ensure that our city remains a vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous place for generations to come.”
-Batya Bell de Berenfus
Owner, Jewels of Monaco
Downtown Burlingame BID President
“I have known Hadia Khoury for 24 years and throughout this time she has consistently demonstrated an amazing work ethic and the highest level of commitment to her business, clients, family and community.
When I first learned that Hadia was actively involved in beautifying store fronts and restaurants in Burlingame, I realized how passionate she was about making Burlingame “shine”. Then in 2022, I learned that she had become
Burlingame Beautification commissioner. Serving in this role required time, energy and talent, all of which Hadia gave unselfishly - - in spite of owning and running a demanding business full time.
As a client and friend, I’ve been repeatedly awed by Hadia’s unrelenting energy and her success in every endeavor she has undertaken. I have no doubt that she will be an invaluable asset to the Burlingame community as a City Council member, and I am very excited to support her!”
-Debbie Elowson,
Burlingame Realtor
“Having lived in the Burlingame area for over a decade and being deeply rooted in its community, I've had the privilege of witnessing Hadia Khoury's unwavering dedication to enhancing our city's beauty. As the owner of Twelvemonth, a restaurant committed to plant-based dining and eco-conscious practices, I am particularly impressed by Hadia's initiatives to elevate our urban landscape.
Hadia's proactive approach to beautification, from revitalizing outdoor planters to illuminating our streets with tree lights, showcases her visionary leadership and passion for creating a vibrant, welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and businesses alike.
Furthermore, Hadia's proven track record of community engagement and collaborative spirit make her an ideal candidate for Burlingame City Council. She not only listens to the concerns of local businesses like mine but actively works to address them with practical solutions that benefit everyone.
I proudly endorse Hadia Khoury for Burlingame City Council District 2 and urge my fellow residents to join me in supporting her vision for a more beautiful and inclusive Burlingame.”
-Bob Trahan,
Owner, Twelvemonth Burlingame
“Hadia always had such an incredible way of embracing Burlingame. Whether it is through beautifying downtown in floral decor, or lighting up the streets, her heart is in the right place. Hadia is a GEM!”
-Julie Baumann,
Realtor
“She never stops, she is tenacious, she is passionate, thoughtful, courageous, smart and she will never give up!”
-Maureen Gilmartin,
Realtor, Gilmartin Group
“Hadia is the heart and soul of Burlingame. Her commitment and passion for the city of Burlingame is unparalleled. As new business owners in Burlingame, Hadia has been instrumental in helping us connect with the community and build our customer base. We would be fortunate to have her vision and energy working for our town.”
-Victoria Miller and Greg Sieck,
Owners, Sola Salons
“I have only known Hadia Khoury for approximately 6 years. She is a genuine, caring and trustworthy member of Burlingame’s business community. She involves herself in many areas within the community. She is totally interested in making Burlingame the best city on the peninsula. Give Hadia a vote for the Burlingame City Council .”
-Rosalind Meyns
“I am very excited to support Hadia Khoury for Burlingame City Council D2 2024.
She is always coming up with great ideas to improve Burlingame and she is so dedicated.”
-Cee Michael,
Owner, Alexander’s Aesthetics Inc.