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Advertising Feature: Real Estate THE EXAMINER. Weekend Edition, January 28, 2006 5 Showcasing | San Bruno BY MEGAN LYNCH Bob Marshall Sr. has become something of a San Bruno legend. Marshall has lived in the City for most of his life, and began a successful career as a Realtor in 1959 after opening his own real estate company: Marshall Realty. His business blossomed: today he has 20 employ- ees and boasts of owning one of the few non-corporate real estate companies on the Peninsula. Soon after, Marshall became an active mem- ber of the City Government. He was eventually elected Mayor of San Bruno and served in this position for more than 12 years. He also served as former District Governor for Lions Dis- trict 4-C4, former President San Bruno Lions Club, Life Membership San Bruno Chamber of Commerce, Founding Member of Penin- sula Bank of Commerce, former President of North County Board of Realtors. Bob Jr., Marshall’s son, followed in his father’s footsteps and has also become an active San Bruno community member. Bob Jr. is now an agent at Marshall Realty and is a member of the City of San Bruno’s Planning Commission. He moved down the street from his father and currently resides there with his wife, Marilyn, and two children, Marion and Bobby III. Marshall’s story is not an uncom- mon one in San Bruno. It is one of those cities where people can still walk down the street and recognize their friends. When families leave on vaca- tion, their minds are at ease knowing their neighbors will watch out for their home. San Bruno is a community in the truest sense. Residents genuinely care about their neighbors and about their homes. “The neighborhoods are well-kept and maintained by residents,” said Marshall. “Homeowners work to pre- serve their properties.” “It’s a great place to live, with great people,” said Mayor Larry Franzella. “I’ve lived here almost all my life and I love it.” San Bruno is located on the Penin- sula, 12 miles south of San Francisco and immediately adjacent to the San Francisco International Airport. The City is easily accessible via BART and Caltrain. For those who prefer to drive, San Bruno is located between two major highways: the 101 and 280. With a population of around 40,000, San Bruno is small enough to have that small-town feel with all the benefits of living near a big city. Its strong community makes it an ideal place to raise a family. Not only do parents enjoy the family-driven atmosphere, but they also love the opportunities available to their children. San Bruno parents send their kids to great schools. “Our school is system is excellent,” said Mar- shall. “Whether a public or private school, the education is always top-notch.” Weekends and after school, kids and grown- ups alike take advantage of the parks and recreational areas. San Bruno has 18 parks covering 71 acres and 4,700 trees. Highlights include more than 20 sport fields for soccer, baseball and football players. The City also organizes team sports and other recreational activities for the entire family. “We probably have one of the finest park systems on the pen- insula,” said Marshall. For those who prefer being indoors, the recently remodeled Shops atTanforan makes a great weekend hangout spot for the whole family. With more than 100 stores and restaurants, the mall is a safe (and covered!) place to meet friends and spend the day. In 2006, Tanforan will expand even further by opening a state-of-the art cinema. Downtown San Bruno is another fun place to go shopping and spend the day. “The downtown area has a lot going on,” said Mayor Franzella. “It is also undergoing ongoing improve- ments, including the installation of a new clock tower on San Mateo Ave to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of San Bruno.” San Bruno residents also enjoy the fact that like their city, they too have room to grow. The City offers res- idents the opportunity to upgrade into larger houses as their families and spacing needs grow. “Many fam- ilies are able to move from smaller to bigger homes and still stay in San Bruno,” said Marshall. Booming business in San Bruno also means families can afford to make these moves. The Shops at Tanforan, downtown business dis- trict and SFO airport have opened up hundreds of new job opportuni- ties for people with a wide variety of different skills. Entrepreneurs have especially been successful at harness- ing tourist business from the airport. The variety of housing opportu- nities, matched with growing business opportunities makes San Bruno a solid community with lasting resi- dents. Information in this series of community profiles is provided by the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS® (SAMCAR). Megan Lynch is a freelance journalist based in San Francisco. Please send questions, suggestions or feedback by e-mail to [email protected] or call 650.696.8200. The Peninsula’s Family Community Looking for a family-oriented community? San Bruno is the place to be. PHOTO BY ANSON CHAN, THE EXAMINER BY MEGAN LYNCH COMMUNITY CARING San Bruno residents genuinely care about their homes and their community. They look out for one other and make sure their neighbors are safe. When fam- ilies leave town on vacation, they rest assured knowing that their neighbors will look out for their homes. The result: a close-knit community with a caring support system. WELL-MAINTAINED NEIGHBORHOODS Sometimes first impressions mean everything-and San Bruno residents value the way their neighborhoods look and feel from the outside. They work to maintain their properties and keep their homes in tip-top condition. This gives the City a comfortable and homey feel. PARKS & OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES San Bruno is a “green” city in the tru- est sense of the word. With 18 parks covering 71 acres, residents can find something outdoors for the whole fam- ily. From baseball to football and soccer, sport aficionados can play on one of 22 fields; even Sparky can exercise at San Bruno’s Dog Park. The City’s 4,700 trees also provide shade in the summer and make for beautiful seasonal changes. PROXIMITY TO SFO AIRPORT San Francisco International Airport has become one of the busiest in the world, and San Bruno has grown as a result. New businesses have moved into the City and helped boost the economy. The added job growth makes San Bruno a good place in which to live and work. For frequent travelers, you can’t beat the convenience of living minutes from a world-class airport. CONVENIENT SHOPPING ACCESS Recently remodeled, The Shops at Tanforan is San Bruno’s newest attrac- tion. The completely renovated shopping center has more than 100 shops and res- taurants. This year, the mall will also open a new cinema-for added conve- nience and family fun. Tanforan has opened up new job opportunities for San Bruno residents and provides a safe weekend hangout. Information in this series of community profiles is provided by the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS® (SAMCAR). Megan Lynch is a freelance journalist based in San Francisco. Please send questions, suggestions or feedback by e-mail to SAMCAR at [email protected]. The Top Five Reasons to Live in San Bruno Maryann Bologna 415.359.2652 Anson Chan 415.359.2822 PHOTO BY ANSON CHAN, THE EXAMINER Bayhill Office Park PHOTO BY MARYANN BOLOGNA, THE EXAMINER Gazeebo at San Bruno City Park
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Advertising Feature: Real EstateTHE EXAMINER. Weekend Edition, January 28, 2006
5Showcasing | San Bruno
BY MEGAN LYNCH
Bob Marshall Sr. has become something of a San Bruno legend. Marshall has lived in the City for most of his life, and began a successful career as a Realtor in 1959 after opening his own real estate company: Marshall Realty. His business blossomed: today he has 20 employ-ees and boasts of owning one of the few non-corporate real estate companies on the Peninsula.
Soon after, Marshall became an active mem-ber of the City Government. He was eventually elected Mayor of San Bruno and served in this position for more than 12 years. He also served as former District Governor for Lions Dis-trict 4-C4, former President San Bruno Lions Club, Life Membership San Bruno Chamber of Commerce, Founding Member of Penin-sula Bank of Commerce, former President of North County Board of Realtors.
Bob Jr., Marshall’s son, followed in his father’s footsteps and has also become an active San Bruno community member. Bob Jr. is now an agent at Marshall Realty and is a member of the City of San Bruno’s Planning Commission. He moved down the street from his father and currently resides there with his wife, Marilyn, and two children, Marion and Bobby III.
Marshall’s story is not an uncom-mon one in San Bruno. It is one of those cities where people can still walk down the street and recognize their friends. When families leave on vaca-tion, their minds are at ease knowing their neighbors will watch out for their home. San Bruno is a community in the truest sense.
Residents genuinely care about their neighbors and about their homes. “The neighborhoods are well-kept and maintained by residents,” said Marshall. “Homeowners work to pre-serve their properties.”
“It’s a great place to live, with great people,” said Mayor Larry Franzella. “I’ve lived here almost all my life and I love it.”
San Bruno is located on the Penin-sula, 12 miles south of San Francisco and immediately adjacent to the San Francisco International Airport. The City is easily accessible via BART and Caltrain. For those who prefer to drive, San Bruno is located between two major highways: the 101 and 280.
With a population of around 40,000, San Bruno is small enough to have that small-town feel with all the benefits of living near a big city. Its strong community makes it an ideal place to raise a family. Not only do parents enjoy the family-driven atmosphere, but they also love the opportunities available to their children. San Bruno parents send their kids to great schools. “Our school is system is excellent,” said Mar-shall. “Whether a public or private school, the education is always top-notch.”
Weekends and after school, kids and grown-ups alike take advantage of the parks and recreational areas. San Bruno has 18 parks
covering 71 acres and 4,700 trees. Highlights include more than 20 sport fields for soccer, baseball and football players. The City also organizes team sports and other recreational activities for the entire family. “We probably have one of the finest park systems on the pen-insula,” said Marshall.
For those who prefer being indoors, the
recently remodeled Shops at Tanforan makes a great weekend hangout spot for the whole family. With more than 100 stores and restaurants, the mall is a safe (and covered!) place to meet friends and spend the day. In 2006, Tanforan will expand even further by opening a state-of-the art cinema.
Downtown San Bruno is another fun place to go shopping and spend the day. “The downtown area has a lot going on,” said Mayor Franzella. “It is also undergoing ongoing improve-ments, including the installation of a new clock tower on San Mateo Ave to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rotary Club of San Bruno.”
San Bruno residents also enjoy the fact that like their city, they too have room to grow. The City offers res-idents the opportunity to upgrade into larger houses as their families and spacing needs grow. “Many fam-ilies are able to move from smaller to bigger homes and still stay in San Bruno,” said Marshall.
Booming business in San Bruno also means families can afford to make these moves. The Shops at Tanforan, downtown business dis-trict and SFO airport have opened up hundreds of new job opportuni-ties for people with a wide variety of different skills. Entrepreneurs have especially been successful at harness-ing tourist business from the airport.
The variety of housing opportu-nities, matched with growing business opportunities makes San Bruno a solid community with lasting resi-
dents.
Information in this series of community profi les is provided by the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS® (SAMCAR). Megan Lynch is a freelance journalist based in San Francisco. Please send questions, suggestions or feedback by e-mail to [email protected] or call 650.696.8200.
The Peninsula’s Family CommunityLooking for a family-oriented community? San Bruno is the place to be.
PHOTO BY ANSON CHAN, THE EXAMINER
BY MEGAN LYNCH
COMMUNITY CARINGSan Bruno residents genuinely care
about their homes and their community. They look out for one other and make sure their neighbors are safe. When fam-ilies leave town on vacation, they rest assured knowing that their neighbors will look out for their homes. The result: a close-knit community with a caring support system.
WELL-MAINTAINED NEIGHBORHOODSSometimes first impressions mean
everything-and San Bruno residents value the way their neighborhoods look and feel from the outside. They work to maintain their properties and keep their homes in tip-top condition. This gives the City a comfortable and homey feel.
PARKS & OUTDOOR RECREATION FACILITIES
San Bruno is a “green” city in the tru-est sense of the word. With 18 parks covering 71 acres, residents can find something outdoors for the whole fam-ily. From baseball to football and soccer, sport aficionados can play on one of 22 fields; even Sparky can exercise at San Bruno’s Dog Park. The City’s 4,700 trees also provide shade in the summer and make for beautiful seasonal changes.
PROXIMITY TO SFO AIRPORTSan Francisco International Airport
has become one of the busiest in the world, and San Bruno has grown as a result. New businesses have moved into the City and helped boost the economy. The added job growth makes San Bruno a good place in which to live and work. For frequent travelers, you can’t beat the convenience of living minutes from a world-class airport.
CONVENIENT SHOPPING ACCESSRecently remodeled, The Shops at
Tanforan is San Bruno’s newest attrac-tion. The completely renovated shopping center has more than 100 shops and res-taurants. This year, the mall will also open a new cinema-for added conve-nience and family fun. Tanforan has opened up new job opportunities for San Bruno residents and provides a safe weekend hangout.
Information in this series of community profiles is provided by the San Mateo County Association of REALTORS® (SAMCAR). Megan Lynch is a freelance journalist based in San Francisco. Please send questions, suggestions or feedback by e-mail to SAMCAR at [email protected].
The Top Five Reasons to Live
in San Bruno
Maryann Bologna 415.359.2652 Anson Chan 415.359.2822
PHOTO BY ANSON CHAN, THE EXAMINER
Bayhill Offi ce Park
PHOTO BY MARYANN BOLOGNA, THE EXAMINER
Gazeebo at San Bruno City Park
