Glendale public meetings in 2022

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is holding a special public meeting at 4:00 PM on December 16, 2022, to consider two items in closed session. Both items involve conferences with legal counsel regarding pending litigation, including one case (F.E. & M. Inc. Employee’s Defined Contribution Plan Trust v. City of Glendale) and another unspecified case where disclosure would jeopardize settlement negotiations.

• Closed session discussion of pending litigation: F.E. & M. Inc. Employee’s Defined Contribution Plan Trust v. City of Glendale (L.A.S.C. Case No. BS16989)
• Closed session discussion of a second pending lawsuit, with case name withheld to protect settlement negotiations

The City Council met in a special session to address pending litigation. The Council approved a settlement to resolve the lawsuit Murphy v. City of Glendale.

• Approved $1,450,000 settlement to resolve Murphy v. City of Glendale (L.A.S.C. Case No. 20STCV296777)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing to decide on two Conditional Use Permit applications to continue operating existing massage establishments. The first is at 3456 Foothill Boulevard in a Commercial Hillside zone, and the second is at 452 1/2 West Colorado in a Commercial/Residential Mixed Use zone. Both projects are exempt from CEQA review as existing facilities with no building additions.

• Conditional Use Permit for massage establishment at 3456 Foothill Boulevard (PCUP 000320-2022)
• Conditional Use Permit for massage establishment at 452 1/2 West Colorado (PCUP 000140-2022)
• Both projects are CEQA-exempt under Class 1 'Existing Facilities' (Section 15301)

Civil Service Commission

The Glendale Civil Service Commission will consider approving a new job classification for Principal Library Arts and Culture Administrator. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes, a closed session on a Housing Advisor reinstatement, and informational reports on employee performance evaluations.

• Approval of class specification for Principal Library Arts and Culture Administrator
• Closed session on reinstatement of a Housing Advisor
• Consideration of minutes from October 12 and November 9, 2022 meetings
• Recruitment and examination report (no action required)
• Eligible lists established (no action required)

The Civil Service Commission approved a new class specification for the Principal Library Arts and Culture Administrator. In closed session, the Commission voted to place a former employee on the Housing Advisor reinstatement eligible list.

• Approved class specification for Principal Library Arts and Culture Administrator (Unanimous)
• Placed former employee on Housing Advisor reinstatement eligible list (Unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous; 1 abstention)
• Noted and filed October 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will hold a joint public meeting on December 13, 2022, at 3:00 PM. The only agenda item is a request to note and file the FY 2021-22 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report, as required by California Health & Safety Code. No other decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Council motion to note and file the FY 2021-22 LMIHAF Annual Report

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three items: an update to the council-adopted work plan, the Community Development annual update, and a sanitary sewer CCTV assessment project. The meeting is procedural with no votes on ordinances or contracts listed.

• Update to City Council Adopted Work Plan
• Community Development Annual Update
• Sanitary Sewer CCTV Assessment Project

The City Council met for a special session to receive reports from the City Manager, Community Development, and Public Works. The Council voted to note and file the report regarding the update to the City Council Adopted Work Plan.

• Approved motion to note and file report on Update to City Council Adopted Work Plan

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider several major items, including approving contracts for the Grayson Repowering Project using Wartsila engines and a battery storage system, and authorizing employee medical stipends, inflation relief, and retention pay. The council will also vote on accepting a $5.67 million state library grant for Central Library renovations, and on revisions to advertising signage rules at the Americana at Brand. A closed session is scheduled to discuss property acquisition and pending litigation.

• Grayson Repowering Project: contracts for five or three Wartsila engines and battery storage, plus a $400,000 gas company agreement
• Employee pay: one-time medical stipend, inflation relief, and retention pay for city workers
• Acceptance of $5,670,328 state grant for Glendale Central Library renovations
• Revisions to advertising signage overlay zone (ASOZ) and a development agreement with Americana at Brand
• Request for $300,000 in TDA funds for pedestrian safety on Brand Blvd. and bike/pedestrian counts

The City Council approved one-time medical stipends, inflation relief, and retention pay for city employees. The Council also authorized the implementation of the Grayson Repowering Project using three Wartsila engines and a battery energy storage system. Additionally, the city accepted over $5.6 million in grant funds for the Glendale Central Library.

• Approved $5,670,328 in grant funds for Glendale Central Library renovations (5-0)
• Approved $4,000 grant for Local Preservation Program (5-0)
• Authorized request for $300,000 in TDA funds for pedestrian and bicycle improvements (5-0)
• Approved one-time Medical Stipend, Inflation Relief and Retention Pay for employees (5-0)
• Approved classification titles and compensation for various city employee groups (5-0)
• Approved Grayson Repowering Project using three Wartsila engines (4-1)
• Approved $400,000 agreement with Southern California Gas Company for Grayson project (5-0)
• Introduced ordinances for Americana at Brand signage and development agreement

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will review and comment on the draft design and development standards for the Tropico Transit Oriented District (TOD) area around the Glendale Transit Center, continued from a previous meeting. The board will also consider three residential projects: a new single-family home with an ADU at 1246 Justin Avenue, a new home at 2900 Greenwich Road (continued to January 2023), and a new home at 3967 San Augustine Drive. The meeting includes approval of minutes from November 10, 2022, and oral communication.

• Review of draft Tropico TOD design and development standards for area around Glendale Transit Center
• Demolition of 1,243 SF house and construction of 3,018 SF single-family dwelling with ADU at 1246 Justin Avenue
• Construction of 3,489 SF single-family residence on vacant lot at 2900 Greenwich Road (continued to Jan 26, 2023)
• Demolition of 2,123 SF house and construction of 4,872 SF single-family residence at 3967 San Augustine Drive

Arts and Culture Commission - Special Meeting

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will consider rescinding a prior motion to change its regular meeting time and adopting new rules of procedure that set meetings for the 2nd Thursday of each month, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. They will also vote on directing staff to invite artist finalists for the Central Park Groundlevel Sculpture public art to modify designs for an alternate location, with an additional stipend of up to $200 per artist from the Urban Art Program Fund. A presentation on Library, Arts & Culture events and updates on the 2022-2023 Work Plan are also scheduled.

• Motion to rescind October 20, 2022 motion on meeting date/time change
• Resolution to repeal Resolution No. 2014-01 and adopt new Rules of Procedure with meeting time 2nd Thursday, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Motion to invite artist finalists for Central Park Groundlevel Sculpture to modify designs for alternate location, with up to $200 stipend per artist
• Presentation on Library, Arts & Culture events by Principal Arts & Culture Administrator
• Update on 2022-2023 Work Plan including Art Happens Anywhere, Mural Ordinance, Creative Crosswalks, and PR Firm RFP

The Commission rescheduled its regular meetings to the second Thursday of each month from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and updated its agenda order. It also directed staff to have finalists for the Central Park Groundlevel Sculpture modify their designs for an alternate location.

• Rescinded October 20, 2022 motion regarding meeting rescheduling (4-0)
• Approved new meeting schedule: 2nd Thursday of each month, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (4-0)
• Approved revising agenda order to move Written Communications to Item 4 and Oral Communications to Item 5 (4-0)
• Directed staff to invite Central Park Groundlevel Sculpture finalists to modify designs for an alternate location (4-0)
• Approved stipends up to $200 per artist from the Urban Art Program Fund for sculpture redesigns (4-0)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will consider a parking reduction permit for a proposed five-story mini personal storage facility at 127 Concord Street. The project would provide 7 on-site and 9 off-site parking spaces, where 112 spaces and 7 loading spaces are required. The hearing officer will decide whether to approve the permit for the 112,216-square-foot facility with 985 storage units.

• Parking reduction permit for 127 Concord Street storage facility: 16 spaces proposed vs. 112 required
• New five-story, 112,216-square-foot mini personal storage building with 985 units
• Project located in IMU (Industrial/Commercial Mixed Use) Zone on Lots 14, 15, and portions of Lots 7 and 9, Tract No. 4531
• Environmental determination: Class 32 Infill Development exemption from CEQA review

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a request for a parking reduction permit for a proposed 112,216 square-foot personal storage facility. No decision was made during the meeting; the case was taken under submission for a later date.

• Taken under submission: Parking Reduction Permit No. PPRP2207900 for 127 Concord Street

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will consider a resolution to appropriate $432,763 in new HUD Section 8 funding for 27 additional housing vouchers. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and oral communications on non-agenda items.

• Resolution to appropriate $432,763 in new HUD Section 8 funding for 27 new vouchers
• Approval of minutes from the November 15, 2022 joint and regular meetings

Successor Agency

The Glendale Successor Agency is holding a special meeting to consider adopting the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for fiscal year 2023-2024, which includes an administrative budget. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution to adopt ROPS 23-24 covering July 2023 through June 2024
• Administrative budget for the same period included in the resolution

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a special public meeting to consider a Stage I Preliminary Design Review for a proposed 682-unit, eight-story multi-family development with 935 parking spaces and public open space on 4.57 acres at 216-236 North Central Avenue, 212 West California Avenue, 201 West California Avenue, and 301-315 North Orange Street. The council will also receive the Community Development Annual Update. No other business is scheduled.

• Stage I Preliminary Design Review for a 682-unit, eight-story multi-family development with 935 parking spaces and public open space on 4.57 acres at 216-236 North Central Avenue, 212 West California Avenue, 201 West California Avenue, and 301-315 North Orange Street
• Community Development Annual Update

The City Council approved the Stage I Preliminary Design Review for a proposed eight-story residential project. The Community Development Annual Update was moved to a future meeting.

• Approved Stage I Preliminary Design Review (Case No. PDR 2212056) for 682-unit development (4-0)
• Moved Community Development Annual Update to December 13, 2022

City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold public hearings on amendments to the 2021-2029 Housing Element and revisions to the Advertising Signage Overlay Zone (ASOZ) for the Americana at Brand. Consent items include vacating flood control and utility easements on two residential properties and awarding lab services contracts for water quality testing. The council will also discuss updates on clean energy requests for proposals and renew a Verizon wireless agreement.

• Public hearing on revised 2021-2029 Glendale Housing Element
• Ordinance to expand signage types in the Advertising Signage Overlay Zone at the Americana at Brand
• Resolution to vacate a portion of Alley 502 for the Citrus Crossing affordable housing project
• Renewal of Verizon Wireless agreement for up to $600,000 over two years
• Award of two professional services agreements for water quality lab services, each up to $200,000

The City Council approved amendments to the 2021-2029 Glendale Housing Element and authorized several service contracts. The council also approved the vacation of specific easements and alleys for residential and housing projects.

• Adopted revised 2021-2029 Glendale Housing Element (Resolution 22-170)
• Approved $600,000 two-year agreement with Verizon Wireless (Resolution 22-176)
• Approved two water quality analysis contracts not to exceed $200,000 per laboratory with Weck Laboratories, Inc. and Eurofins Eaton Analytical, LLC
• Approved vacation of flood control easement at 1624 Arboles Drive (Resolution 22-174)
• Approved vacation of utility easements and right of way at 2361 Gardner Place (Resolution 22-175)
• Approved vacation of portion of Alley 502 for Citrus Crossing affordable housing project (Resolution 22-177)
• Adopted Plan No. 12-241 (Resolution 22-178)
• Approved retainer agreement with McCune and Harber, LLP for Topadzhikyan v. City of Glendale case

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission is meeting to consider approval of the October 3, 2022 meeting minutes and receive informational reports on a legislative update and a Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Request for Proposals (RFP) update. No major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of the October 3, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Legislative Update (informational report)
• DER RFP Update (informational report)

Sustainability Commission

The Glendale Sustainability Commission will discuss and provide direction on its 2023 work plan priorities and projects. It will also nominate a commissioner to join the Project Development Team for updating the Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan and Vision Zero Plan.

• Motion to provide direction on 2023 work plan priorities and projects
• Nomination of a commissioner for the Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan and Vision Zero Plan update team

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider three permit applications for 417 N Brand Boulevard: two Conditional Use Permits to continue operating an existing nightclub and banquet hall, and an Administrative Use Permit for alcohol sales. The previous permits expired in January 2021. The project is exempt from CEQA review as an existing facility.

• Conditional Use Permit PCUP2210620 for continued nightclub operation at 417 N Brand Boulevard
• Conditional Use Permit PCUP2210621 for continued banquet hall operation at same address
• Administrative Use Permit PAUP22106221 for alcohol service and sales at the location
• Previous permits (PCUP1526730, PCUP1526438, PAUP152728) expired January 27, 2021
• Property is in Downtown Specific Plan Gateway District Zone (APN: 5643-003-003)

The Planning Hearing Officer reviewed applications for the continued operation of a nightclub and banquet hall, as well as the sale of alcoholic beverages at 417 North Brand Boulevard. No decision was made during the meeting; the case was taken under submission for a later date.

• Tabled decision on Conditional Use Permits PCUP2210620 and PCUP2210621 and Administrative Use Permit PAUP2210622 (taken under submission)

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a 12-month update on the Alex Theatre and provide direction on using City Days at the theatre. The council will also vote on resolutions to name two intersections: Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street as 'Homenetmen Ararat Square', and Broadway and Isabel Street as 'Sadao Munemori Square'.

• 12-month Alex Theatre update and direction on City Days usage
• Resolution to name Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street intersection 'Homenetmen Ararat Square'
• Resolution to name Broadway and Isabel Street intersection 'Sadao Munemori Square'

The City Council approved naming the intersection of Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street as 'Homenetmen Ararat Square' and the intersection of Broadway and Isabel Street as 'Sadao Munemori Square'. An update regarding the Alex Theatre was postponed for a later date.

• Approved naming Brand Boulevard and Colorado Street as 'Homenetmen Ararat Square'
• Approved naming Broadway and Isabel Street as 'Sadao Munemori Square'
• Tabled 12-Month Alex Theatre Update and direction on City Days

City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss and potentially provide direction on developing regulations to ban polystyrene foodware, coolers, packaging, and single-use plastic straws, stirrers, and utensils. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $1.47 million agreement for the San Fernando Road Beautification Project and a $1.39 million agreement for the Central Park Block Project. Additionally, the council will vote on appointing a member to the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority Commission.

• Direction on developing plastic waste reduction regulations banning polystyrene and single-use plastics
• Professional services agreement for San Fernando Road Beautification Project ($1,471,898 plus contingency)
• Professional services agreement for Central Park Block Project ($1,394,571 plus contingency)
• Amendment to Axon Enterprise contract for police in-car video system and interview room cameras (adding $230,000)
• Appointment of one member to the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority Commission

The City Council approved several professional services agreements for road beautification, pavement rehabilitation, and park projects. The council also appointed Frank Quintero to the Airport Authority Commission and directed staff to develop plastic waste reduction regulations.

• Approved 6-unit condominium subdivision final map at 1212 Viola Avenue
• Approved $1,471,898 contract with Mark Thomas and Company, Inc. for San Fernando Road Beautification
• Approved $255,845 contract with Nichols Consulting Engineers for Maintenance District 6 Pavement Rehabilitation
• Approved $350,000 change order for W.A. Rasic Construction Company (sewer upgrades)
• Approved $350,000 change order for Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. (fiber optic upgrades)
• Approved $230,000 contract amendment with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police camera equipment
• Approved $1,394,571 contract with David Volz Design Landscape Architects for Central Park Block Project
• Appointed Frank Quintero to the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority Commission

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will select a President and Secretary for the coming year, consider rescheduling its January and February 2023 meetings, and receive an update on community gardens in Glendale, including a motion to establish procedures for assigning garden plots at Verdugo Park Community Garden. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and monthly activity reports.

• Selection of President and Secretary for November 2022 – November 2023 term
• Motion to reschedule January and February 2023 regular meetings
• Update on Community Gardens and motion to establish plot assignment procedures at Verdugo Park Community Garden
• Approval of minutes from September 19, 2022 and October 17, 2022 meetings
• Park Services monthly activity report for September 2022 and Recreation & Community Services report for October 2022

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will consider a proposal to add 1,124 square feet to a single-family house at 1600 Cleveland Road, demolish the existing garage, and build a new 400-square-foot garage. The project is continued from the October 20, 2022 hearing and is located in the South Cumberland Heights Historic District. The commission will also discuss the Mills Act process for historic district contributors and an update on streamlining historic district designations.

• Design review of 1,124-square-foot addition and garage demolition/construction at 1600 Cleveland Road (continued from Oct. 20)
• Discussion of Mills Act for Historic District Contributors Process
• Update on Historic District Designation Streamlining Process
• Overview of Historic District Design Review Process (continued to future hearing)
• Approval of minutes from October 20, 2022 meeting

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider a Conditional Use Permit to allow an existing massage establishment to continue operating in a Neighborhood Commercial zone. The project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA Class 1 because no building additions are proposed.

• Conditional Use Permit for existing massage establishment at 1120 North Pacific Avenue, Suite 4
• Located in C1 (Neighborhood Commercial) Zone
• Exempt from CEQA review as Class 1 Existing Facilities

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a request to continue the operation of an existing massage establishment at 1120 North Pacific Avenue #4. No decision was made during the meeting; the case was taken under submission for a later determination.

• Case PCUP2211038 for massage establishment at 1120 North Pacific Avenue #4 taken under submission

Planning Commission

The Glendale Planning Commission will consider two major items: a recommendation to City Council on the 6th Cycle Housing Element update, which outlines housing policies and sites to meet the city's 2021-2029 regional housing needs, and a proposed Development Agreement for the Americana at Brand that would allow new freestanding and digital signage. The commission will also continue a discussion on a tentative parcel map for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to January 2023.

• Recommendation to City Council on the 6th Cycle Housing Element update, last updated in 2014, to accommodate the city's Regional Housing Needs Allocation for 2021-2029
• Americana at Brand Development Agreement to allow freestanding kiosk signs and digital marquee signs in the Downtown Specific Plan area
• Continuation of tentative parcel map for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to subdivide two residential lots into three, continued to January 18, 2023

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will consider authorizing a Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) application and plan, approving an affordable housing agreement and ground lease for a 100% affordable senior and small family housing project at 515 Pioneer Drive, and setting priorities for FY 2023-24 CDBG, ESG, and HOME funding.

• Authorization of Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) application and adoption of PLHA Plan
• Affordable Housing Agreement and Ground Lease with Linc-CORE Pioneer LP for 515 Pioneer Drive
• Council resolution of appropriation for a 100% affordable rental senior and small family housing project at 515 Pioneer Drive
• Approval of FY 2023-24 CDBG program priorities and funding allocation plan
• Issuance of RFP for CDBG and ESG public social services and CDBG capital improvement projects

The City Council and Housing Authority approved a ground lease and funding for a 100% affordable senior and small family housing project. The bodies also adopted a Permanent Local Housing Allocation Plan and approved CDBG program priorities for FY 2023-24.

• Adopted PLHA Plan and authorized application (6-0-1-0)
• Approved Affordable Housing Agreement and Ground Lease for 515 Pioneer Drive (4-0-1-0)
• Approved appropriation for 100% affordable rental project at 515 Pioneer Drive (6-0-1-0)
• Approved FY 2023-24 CDBG program priorities and funding allocation plan (4-0-1-0)
• Approved issuance of RFP for CDBG and ESG Public Social Services and Capital Improvement Projects (4-0-1-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

This is a procedural meeting of the Glendale Housing Authority. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from November 1, 2022, oral communications limited to non-agenda items, and member/staff comments. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022 Regular Housing Authority Meeting

The Glendale Housing Authority met on November 15, 2022. The board approved the minutes from the November 1, 2022, regular meeting. No other substantive business was decided during the session.

• Approved minutes of the November 1, 2022 Regular Housing Authority Meeting

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider adopting ordinances to implement state housing laws (SB 9 and SB 478), update building codes to the 2022 California standards, and adopt local amendments for building electrification, solar, and EV charging. The council will also vote on a $3.1 million contract for elderly nutrition program catering, a traffic signal synchronization project for 50 downtown intersections, and a public hearing on vacation of an alley for the Citrus Crossing affordable housing project.

• Ordinance establishing standards for SB 9 housing projects and minimum floor area ratio for multi-family developments (Case PZC-0001-2022)
• Adoption of 2022 California Building Code and local amendments for electrification, solar photovoltaic, and EV charging installations
• Contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC for elderly nutrition program catering, up to $3.1 million over initial and renewal terms
• Traffic Signal Synchronization Project for 50 signalized intersections in downtown Glendale
• Public hearing on vacation of First Alley Easterly of Cedar Street, Southerly of Broadway (Alley 502) for Citrus Crossing affordable housing project

The City Council approved a catering contract for the Elderly Nutrition Program and adopted several building and zoning ordinances. The council also authorized a traffic signal synchronization project and a request for proposals for clean energy studies.

• Approved contract with TRIO Community Meals, LLC for elderly nutrition services up to $3.1M
• Approved Ordinance 5997 regarding SB 9 projects and multi-family housing standards
• Adopted 2022 California Building and Safety Codes (Ordinance 5998)
• Approved Ordinance 5999 for building electrification and EV charging amendments
• Authorized Traffic Signal Synchronization Project for 50 downtown intersections
• Approved $59,770 CalOES grant for High-Frequency Radio equipment
• Approved $160,296 Peraton contract amendment for dispatch hardware and maintenance
• Sustained Design Review Board's approval for 3035 Edgewick Road

Commission on the Status of Women

The Glendale Commission on the Status of Women will discuss changing the time of its regular meetings and appoint an ad hoc committee to plan an International Women's Day event in March 2023. The agenda also includes a presentation from YWCA Glendale & Pasadena on domestic violence programs and updates on Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities and a strategic plan.

• Resolution to set a new time for regular Commission meetings
• Motion to appoint an ad hoc committee for a March 2023 International Women's Day event
• Presentation by YWCA Glendale & Pasadena on domestic violence programs and services
• Update on Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities
• Update on sponsorship of Glendale Unified School District Yellow Ribbon Week

The Commission on the Status of Women changed its regular meeting time to 4:00pm. It also established an Ad Hoc Committee to plan an International Women's Day event for March 2023. The commission received a presentation on domestic violence services from YWCA Glendale & Pasadena.

• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting (3-0-0)
• Changed regular meeting time to 4:00pm (3-0-0)
• Appointed Ad Hoc Committee (Commissioner Tatiyants and Ex Officio Roth) to plan International Women's Day event with funding not to exceed $1,000 (3-0-0)

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will hold public hearings on three new single-family home projects at 2121 Lilac Lane, 2124 Maginn Avenue, and 2667 Bogue Drive, each involving demolition of existing structures. The board will also review and comment on draft design and development standards for the Tropico Transit Oriented District (TOD) area near the Glendale Transit Center.

• 2121 Lilac Lane: demolish 572 SF house (built 1926), build new 1,932 SF single-family dwelling with three-car garage on 7,475 SF lot in R1 zone
• 2124 Maginn Avenue: demolish 2,851 SF house (built 1964), build new 3,718 SF two-story single-family dwelling with three-car garage on 9,417 SF hillside lot in R1R II zone
• 2667 Bogue Drive: demolish fire-damaged house (built 1958), build new 3,151 SF two-story single-family dwelling with two-car garage on 11,900 SF upslope lot in R1R zone (second submittal after December 2021 return for redesign)
• Tropico TOD Area: presentation of draft design and development standards for area around Glendale Transit Center for board review and comment

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will hold a public meeting on November 9, 2022, to consider a conditional use permit for the continued operation of a massage establishment at 936 East Colorado Street in a C3 commercial zone. The project is exempt from CEQA review as an existing facility with no expansion.

• Conditional Use Permit for massage establishment at 936 East Colorado Street (APN: 5674-023-022)
• C3 Commercial Services zone
• CEQA Class 1 exemption (existing facilities, no expansion)

The Planning Hearing Officer reviewed a request for a Conditional Use Permit for a massage establishment at 936 East Colorado Street. No decision was made during the meeting; the case was taken under submission for a later date.

• Tabled decision on Conditional Use Permit PCUP 2111133 for Spring Massage Spa

Civil Service Commission

The Glendale Civil Service Commission will consider approving minutes from October, hold a public hearing on a probationary period (QUAN), and vote on a new class specification and job bulletins for the Human Resources Analyst series. No action is required on recruitment or eligible lists.

• Public hearing and adoption of resolution on probationary period (QUAN)
• Approval of class specification for Human Resources Analyst series and job bulletins for Human Resources Analyst and Human Resources Associate
• Consideration of minutes from October 12, 2022 meeting
• Closed session for public employee hearing – Police Sergeant

The Commission approved a resolution establishing a 12-month probationary period for a wide range of city classifications. It also approved class specifications and job bulletins for the Human Resources Analyst series.

• Approved Twelve (12) Month Probationary Period Classification Resolution (Unanimous)
• Approved class specification for Human Resources Analyst series and job bulletins for Human Resources Analyst and Human Resources Associate (Unanimous)
• Postponed consideration of October 12, 2022 minutes to the next meeting

Sustainability Commission

The Glendale Sustainability Commission will meet on November 3, 2022, to discuss the Metro GoPass program. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments. No votes on substantive items are scheduled.

• Discussion of Metro GoPass program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hear an appeal of a Planning Hearing Officer's decision to approve a density bonus for an 11-unit rental housing project at 246 North Jackson Street. The commission will also vote on whether to recommend that the City Council vacate an alley at 900 East Broadway to allow a pedestrian paseo for the Citrus Crossing senior affordable housing project.

• Appeal of density bonus approval for 11-unit rental project at 246 N. Jackson St., including two incentives (height/stories, reduced setbacks) and two waivers (FAR, unit sizes)
• One unit reserved for very low-income household; existing 3-unit building from 1946 to be demolished
• Recommendation to City Council on alley vacation (Alley 502) at 900 E. Broadway for Citrus Crossing, a 126-unit senior affordable housing project
• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2022 meeting

The Planning Commission upheld a decision to grant a density bonus for a rental housing project at 246 North Jackson Street. Additionally, the commission recommended the City Council approve an alley vacation at 900 East Broadway to allow for a pedestrian paseo.

• Sustained Planning Hearing Officer's decision to grant density bonus for 11-unit rental project at 246 North Jackson Street (5-0)
• Recommended to City Council that alley vacation 187V at 900 East Broadway is consistent with the General Plan (5-0)
• Approved minutes from October 19, 2022 meeting (4-0-1)

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a special public meeting to consider adopting plans and specifications for the Artsakh Avenue Arts & Entertainment District Improvement Project and to authorize advertising for bids. The single agenda item is a resolution to move forward with the project under Specification No. 3893.

• Resolution to adopt plans and specifications for the Glendale Arts and Entertainment District Improvements on Artsakh Avenue Project, Specification No. 3893
• Direction to City Clerk to advertise for bids for the project

The City Council considered a resolution to adopt plans and specifications for the Artsakh Avenue Arts & Entertainment District Improvement Project. The Council moved to delay the project to allow for further questions from Studio One.

• Delayed Artsakh Avenue Arts & Entertainment District Improvement Project to bring back Studio One for questions

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a closed session to discuss the price and terms for acquiring two properties: 332-346 W. Cerritos and 341 Mira Loma, and 215-221 N Central Ave & 314-322 Salem. The regular business agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes from the October 18 joint meeting, and oral communications. No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session to negotiate acquisition of 332-346 W. Cerritos and 341 Mira Loma from Kefalonia Holdings, LLC
• Closed session to negotiate acquisition of 215-221 N Central Ave & 314-322 Salem from Harvard Buildings, LLC
• Approval of minutes from the Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting of October 18, 2022

The Glendale Housing Authority approved the minutes from the Joint City Council and Housing Authority Meeting held on October 18, 2022. The board held a closed session regarding real property negotiations, though no action was anticipated.

• Approved minutes of the October 18, 2022 Joint City Council and Housing Authority Meeting (7-0)

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider adopting an ordinance extending the interim ban on new drive-through waiting lanes for an additional 10 months and 15 days. They will also vote on adopting the 2023 Building and Safety Code, including local amendments on building electrification, solar, and EV charging. Other items include a development agreement for the Lucia Park Project, term limits for boards and commissions, and historic property designations for two homes.

• Adoption of ordinance extending interim urgency ordinance prohibiting new drive-through waiting lanes citywide for an additional 10 months and 15 days
• Adoption of ordinance authorizing a development agreement with Adelfia Properties II, LLC for the Lucia Park Project at 620 N Brand Blvd and 625 N Maryland Ave
• Introduction of ordinance amending the Glendale Building and Safety Code to adopt local amendments on building electrification, solar photovoltaic, and electric vehicle charging installations
• Consideration of ordinance amending Title 30 for SB9 projects, SB478 floor area ratio standards, and ADU/JADU regulations
• Historic register nominations and Mills Act contracts for properties at 849 Cavanagh Road (Vida H. Wallace House) and 2795 Mira Vista Drive (Sherman and Henrietta Ford House)

The City Council extended an interim ordinance prohibiting new drive-through waiting lanes and introduced the 2023 Building and Safety Code. The council also approved several police grants and designated two residential properties as historic resources.

• Extended Ordinance 5994 prohibiting new or converted drive-through waiting lanes for 10 months and 15 days (5-0)
• Approved $347,033 BJA 2022 DNA Capacity Enhancement and Backlog Reduction Grant (5-0)
• Approved $16,333 BJA 2022 JAG grant for Automated License Plate Reader equipment and contract with Flock Group, Inc. up to $25,000 (5-0)
• Adopted Specification No. 3853 for Pacific Park Pool Shade Structure and Splashpad Project (5-0)
• Authorized $937,262 total support agreement with Minsait ACS, Inc. for SCADA system (5-0)
• Introduced 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code and Resolution 22-162 (5-0)
• Designated 849 Cavanagh Road (Vida H. Wallace House) and 2795 Mira Vista Drive (Sherman and Henrietta Ford House) as historic resources (5-0)
• Approved legal services agreement with Jones & Mayer for police legal advisory services (5-0)

Special City Council

This is a special meeting with only one item: a closed session to evaluate the performance of the City Manager and City Attorney. No public decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Closed session: Public Employee Performance Evaluation – City Manager & City Attorney

The City Council convened for a special meeting to conduct a closed session regarding public employee performance evaluations for the City Manager and City Attorney. No public decisions or votes were recorded.

Audit Committee

The Glendale Audit Committee is meeting to review an internal audit activity report as of September 30, 2022, and to approve minutes from the July 28, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes roll call, oral communications, and staff comments, but no action items are listed.

• Review of Internal Audit Activity Report as of 9/30/2022 by Internal Audit Manager Jessie Zhang
• Approval of minutes from the July 28, 2022 Audit Committee meeting

The committee received reports on internal audit activity for the quarter ending September 30, 2022, including presentations on Public Records Request and PCI Compliance audits. No substantive actions were taken, and the July 28, 2022 minutes were carried over due to a lack of quorum from the previous meeting.

• Carried over July 28, 2022 minutes to next meeting

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is holding a special public meeting to consider a single item: authorizing the installation of standard video detection systems at intersections that currently lack bicycle detection. Staff will also be directed to pursue grant funding for additional installations in a future cycle.

• Motion to authorize installation of standard video detection at intersections without bicycle detection
• Directs staff to pursue grant funding for additional installations at the next grant cycle opportunity

The City Council approved a motion to install standard video detection systems at intersections currently lacking bicycle detection. Staff were also directed to seek funding for more installations during the next grant cycle.

• Authorized installation of standard video detection systems at intersections without bicycle detection (5-0)
• Directed staff to pursue funding for additional installations at the next grant cycle (5-0)

City Council

The Glendale City Council will vote on recommendations to streamline the historic district designation process and initiate code amendments. They will also consider authorizing a request for proposals for solar PV systems at six city-owned sites, including the Glendale Sports Complex and Central Library. A public hearing is scheduled on an appeal of a variance approval at 521 Nolan Avenue, and the council will consider extending the interim urgency ordinance banning new drive-through lanes citywide.

• Streamlining historic district designation process and amending Municipal Code Section 30.25.030
• Authorizing RFP for solar PV systems at six sites: Glendale Sports Complex, Montrose Parking Lot 3, Utility Operations Parking Lot, Brand Landfill, Fire Station 21, and Glendale Central Library
• Public hearing on appeal of setback variance at 521 Nolan Avenue
• Extending interim urgency ordinance No. 5994 prohibiting new drive-through lanes citywide for 10 months and 15 days
• Adopting plans for Dunsmore Park Improvements Project and ADA Curb Ramp Installation and Sidewalk Repair Program

The City Council approved a design review for an 82-room hotel on Victory Boulevard and adopted plans for park and sidewalk improvements. The council also voted to streamline the historic district designation process and extended a ban on new drive-through waiting lanes.

• Approved plans for Dunsmore Park Improvements Project
• Approved FY 2023 ADA Curb Ramp Installation and Sidewalk Repair Program
• Approved recommendations to streamline historic district designation process
• Authorized RFP for solar PV systems at six city sites
• Approved design review for 82-room hotel at 1633 Victory Boulevard
• Sustained Planning Commission decision to approve variance at 521 Nolan Avenue
• Extended Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 5994 prohibiting new drive-through waiting lanes
• Approved claim for damages of Rebecca Berman

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee will select officers and vote on the preliminary FY 2023-2024 funding allocation plan and program priorities. They will also consider approving amended citizen participation plans, RFP packets for social services and capital projects, and reprogramming $1,090,000 from canceled artificial turf projects to a natural turf project.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for October 2022-2023 term
• Preliminary Proposed FY 2023-2024 CDBG Funding Allocation Plan by Funding Category
• Reprogramming $1,090,000 from canceled Pacific Artificial Turf Multi-Purpose Field projects to Pacific Natural Turf Project 22/23
• Interchanging $334,495 from YMCA All-Inclusive Locker Room Project 21/22 with Pacific Natural Turf Project 22/23
• Approval of amended Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Glendale Transportation and Parking Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and act on transportation-related items. The agenda includes a presentation on the Verdugo Wash Project and an action item on the Traffic Signal Synchronization Program. The commission will also appoint a chairperson and approve minutes from the August 22, 2022 meeting.

• Appointment of Chairperson for the Transportation and Parking Commission
• Verdugo Wash Project Update presentation
• Action item on Traffic Signal Synchronization Program
• Approval of minutes from August 22, 2022 regular meeting

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will hold a public hearing to review the design of a mural at 2512 Weston Place. The commission will also nominate a member to the Poet Laureate Program selection committee and consider changing its monthly meeting date and time. Staff will provide updates on city-wide public art landmarks, the 2022-2023 work plan, and the Art Alleyways project.

• Public hearing on design review of mural 'Bright Minds Childcare Center' at 2512 Weston Place
• Nomination of one commissioner to Artist Review & Selection Committee for Poet Laureate Program RFP
• Motion to recommend City Council approve rescheduling of commission's monthly regular meeting date and time
• Update on City-Wide Public Art Landmarks RFQ Round #2 - LeBasse Projects
• Update on 2022-2023 Work Plan including Mural Ordinance, Creative Crosswalks, and Beyond the Box

The Arts and Culture Commission approved the design review of a mural at 2512 Weston Place for Bright Minds Childcare Center, with conditions. The commission also appointed Commissioner Zadorian to the Poet Laureate Program selection committee and recommended rescheduling regular meetings to the second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m.

• Approved design review of mural 'Bright Minds Childcare Center' at 2512 Weston Place (5-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Zadorian to Artist Review & Selection Committee for Poet Laureate Program RFP (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approve rescheduling regular meetings to 2nd Thursday, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 18, 2022 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 31, 2022 special meeting (5-0)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will decide on a proposal to remodel and enlarge a detached garage at 1230 Ethel Street within the Rossmoyne Historic District. The commission will also consider nominating 1012 Crestview Avenue to the Glendale Register and review 2022 Mills Act contract applications for historic district properties.

• 1230 Ethel Street: remodel and enlarge existing 294 SF garage, add gable roof and 106 SF, in Rossmoyne Historic District
• 1012 Crestview Avenue: Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for historic designation
• Review of 2022 Mills Act contract applications for contributing properties in historic districts
• Update on pending Bellehurst Historic District survey
• Overview of historic district design review process continued until November 17, 2022

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission approved a remodel and enlargement of a detached garage at 1230 Ethel Street (3-1, Vartanian recused). The commission also voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of a Mills Act application for 1012 Crestview Avenue. Two Mills Act applications for properties in historic districts (324 Lawson Place and 1833 Niodrara Drive) were continued to a date uncertain.

• Approved garage remodel at 1230 Ethel Street (3-1, Vartanian recused)
• Recommended City Council approval of Mills Act application for 1012 Crestview Avenue (5-0)
• Continued Mills Act application for 324 Lawson Place to a date uncertain (3-1, Jurca recused)
• Continued Mills Act application for 1833 Niodrara Drive to a date uncertain (3-1, Jurca recused)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider a conditional use permit to allow the continued operation of a massage establishment at 2839 Honolulu Avenue in the C1 – Neighborhood Commercial Zone, subject to city code standards. The project is exempt from CEQA review as a Class 1 Existing Facilities permit with no expansion of use.

• Conditional Use Permit for massage establishment at 2839 Honolulu Avenue
• Project is CEQA-exempt as Class 1 Existing Facilities (no expansion)
• Public hearing scheduled for October 19, 2022 at 9:30 AM

Building and Fire Board of Appeals

The Building and Fire Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on an appeal of the Building Official's revocation of a building permit for a property at 1470 Valane Drive. The board will also discuss proposed local amendments to the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code. Updates from Building and Safety and Fire Prevention are scheduled as presentations.

• Public hearing on appeal of Building Permit No. BB2116642 revocation for 1470 Valane Drive (fences, deck, retaining wall in R1R II zone)
• Public hearing on proposed local amendments to Title-24 for the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code, effective January 1, 2023
• Building and Safety Updates presentation
• Fire Prevention Updates presentation
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a citywide zoning code amendment to align with state laws on SB 9 lot splits, SB 478 floor area ratios, and ADU/JADU standards. They will also vote on a tentative parcel map to adjust lot lines at 3332-3334 Mills Avenue. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public oral communication.

• Zoning code text amendment (PZC-0001-2022) to update SB 9, SB 478, ADU, and JADU standards citywide
• Tentative parcel map for 3332-3334 Mills Avenue to adjust interior lot lines, creating a 5,870 SF lot and an 8,797 SF flag lot
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from October 5, 2022

The Commission approved a tentative parcel map to adjust interior lot lines at 3332-3334 Mills Avenue, creating two conforming single-family lots from a legal non-conforming property. The decision included granting several exceptions for existing non-conforming setbacks, parking, and lot size. The Commission also voted to recommend that the City Council adopt a zoning code amendment related to SB 9, SB 478, and ADU/JADU standards.

• Approved Tentative Parcel Map for 3332-3334 Mills Avenue, including exceptions for lot size, configuration, setbacks, and parking (5-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt Zoning Code Amendment for SB 9, SB 478, and ADU/JADU standards (4-0, Lee recused)
• Approved minutes of October 5, 2022 regular meeting (4-0, Shahbazian abstained)

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will hold a joint public meeting to receive a program update on the Monthly Housing Subsidy Program and provide direction as deemed necessary. The meeting is scheduled for October 18, 2022, at 3:00 PM in the Council Chambers.

• Community Development report on Monthly Housing Subsidy Program update and future considerations
• Motion to receive and file the report and provide direction as needed
• Joint meeting of City Council and Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority held a joint meeting on October 18, 2022, to receive a program update and future considerations for the Monthly Housing Subsidy Program. The item was a motion to receive and file the report and provide direction as deemed necessary. The motion was moved by Councilmember Devine and seconded by Councilmember Najarian, and it passed unanimously with all members voting in favor.

• Received and filed report on Monthly Housing Subsidy Program update and future considerations (5-0)

City Council

The council will consider several consent items involving state and federal grants for water, fire prevention, and nutrition. Action items include updating the citywide bicycle plan and reviewing a hotel design at 1633 Victory Boulevard.

• Real property negotiation near New York Avenue and Park Vista Drive
• Participation in California Arrearage Payment Program ($1,528,053.21)
• Carl Moyer Infrastructure grant for electric bus chargers ($225,000)
• CalFire Fire Reduction and Brush Abatement Program funds ($184,150)
• Hotel design review at 1633 Victory Boulevard

The council voted 3-2 to select a bicycle facilities alternative for the La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project, with Councilmembers Brotman, Devine, and Kassakhian in favor and Asatryan and Najarian opposed. The item on a hotel at 1633 Victory Boulevard did not pass and was moved to the next meeting. All consent items were approved unanimously, including participation in the California Arrearage Payment Program and acceptance of various grant funds.

• Approved bicycle facilities alternative for La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project (3-2)
• Approved participation in California Arrearage Payment Program (unanimous)
• Approved $1,528,053.21 appropriation for CAPP (unanimous)
• Accepted $225,000 Carl Moyer grant for electric bus chargers (unanimous)
• Accepted $184,150 CalFire grant for brush clearance (unanimous)
• Accepted $138,761 in California Library Literacy Services grants (unanimous)
• Accepted $85,000 ARPA-R funding for Elderly Nutrition Program (unanimous)
• Hotel at 1633 Victory Boulevard did not pass, moved to next meeting

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority is holding a regular meeting on October 18, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes from a joint meeting on September 27, 2022, and oral communications. No business agenda items, new business, or substantive decisions are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting of September 27, 2022

The Glendale Housing Authority met on October 18, 2022. The only substantive action was approval of the minutes from the September 27, 2022 Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting, moved by Asatryan and seconded by Najarian. No other business items, decisions, or votes on ordinances, contracts, or policies were recorded.

• Approved minutes of the Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting of September 27, 2022 (motion by Asatryan, second by Najarian)

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will hold a regular meeting with consent items including approval of minutes from August and September 2022. The main business is information-only reports on the Capital Improvement Program, a monthly activity report for Recreation & Community Services for September 2022, and a Park Services report for August 2022. No votes on new policies or projects are scheduled.

• Approval of minutes from August 15, 2022 and September 19, 2022 meetings
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update
• Recreation & Community Services Section monthly activity report for September 2022
• Park Services Section monthly activity report for August 2022

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will hold a regular meeting on October 13, 2022. The board will consider two new business items: a second-story addition and garage at 3202 E Chevy Chase, and a new single-family residence at 221 Thompson Avenue. The meeting also includes roll call, introduction of a new member, approval of minutes, and oral communications.

• 3202 E Chevy Chase: 607 sq ft second-story addition, 702 sq ft ground-level addition, new 474 sq ft attached garage on R1R-II zoned lot
• 221 Thompson Avenue: demolish existing 942 sq ft residence, construct new 2,091 sq ft two-story single-family home in R1, FAR District II, H overlay zone
• Introduction of new DRB member Joseph Kaskanian
• Approval of minutes from August 25, 2022 meeting

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing on a variance request for a property at 3636 Glenwood Avenue. The applicant wants to build a 795 square-foot addition to an existing single-family house without providing the required two-car garage, keeping only a substandard one-car garage. The project is exempt from environmental review under CEQA Class 1. The meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2022 at 9:30 AM.

• Variance Case No. PVAR2205681 for 3636 Glenwood Avenue
• Proposed 795 sq ft addition to 1,483 sq ft house built in 1938
• Existing 237 sq ft attached garage to remain
• Lot size 10,875 sq ft in R1-II zone
• CEQA exemption under Class 1 (Existing Facility)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review minutes from the September 7, 2022 meeting and consider several personnel-related actions. The agenda includes a resolution regarding unclassified status proposals and the approval of job bulletins for community services roles.

• Adoption of Resolution regarding unclassified status proposal for various administrative and coordinator positions
• Approval of job bulletins for Community Services Coordinator and Community Services Supervisor
• Review of unclassified salaried positions report
• Closed session discussion regarding Electrical Line Mechanic reinstatement
• Closed session public employee hearing regarding a Police Officer

The Civil Service Commission approved a resolution declaring six budgeted salaried positions as unclassified and exempt from the classified service for up to 24 months: Administrative Associate (Homeless Programs and Workforce Development), Administrative Analyst (Workforce Development), two Case Worker I (Workforce Development), Office Services Specialist I (Workforce Development), and Youth Services Coordinator (Workforce Development). The commission also approved job bulletins for Community Services Coordinator and Community Services Supervisor as submitted, and voted unanimously to place a former employee on the Electrical Line Mechanic reinstatement eligible list and to approve the final Findings, Determination, and Order for a Police Officer public employee hearing.

• Approved resolution declaring 6 positions unclassified for up to 24 months: Administrative Associate (Homeless Programs and Workforce Development), Administrative Analyst (Workforce Development), 2 Case Worker I (Workforce Development), Office Services Specialist I (Workforce Development), Youth Services Coordinator (Workforce Development)
• Approved job bulletins for Community Services Coordinator and Community Services Supervisor as submitted
• Voted unanimously to place a former employee on the Electrical Line Mechanic reinstatement eligible list
• Approved the final Findings, Determination, and Order for a Police Officer public employee hearing by unanimous vote
• Approved minutes of September 7, 2022 unanimously

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting to authorize renewal agreements for power capacity and transmission services. The body will also consider updates to materials and placement for the Glendale Slow Streets Program.

• Renewal Agreement for the Acquisition of Capacity and Renewal Transmission Service Contract with Southern California Public Power Authority (SCPPA)
• Authorization to use styrene sign material for new slow street sign installations
• Modified placement of slow street signs to allow for truck turns

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved two items: a renewal agreement with the Southern California Public Power Authority for capacity and transmission service on the Southern Transmission System, and a motion authorizing the use of styrene sign material for new slow street sign installations, including back-to-back mountings and modified placement for truck turns. Councilmember Kassakhian was absent.

• Approved renewal agreement for acquisition of capacity in Southern Transmission System (4-0, Kassakhian absent)
• Approved renewal transmission service contract for Southern Transmission System (4-0, Kassakhian absent)
• Authorized use of styrene sign material for slow street signs, including back-to-back mountings and modified placement for truck turns (4-0, Kassakhian absent)

City Council

The City Council will discuss extending a ban on hotel permits in the Downtown Specific Plan Area and approving a memorandum of understanding for police sworn managers. The body will also review a potential ban on gas-powered landscaping equipment and various grant fund allocations.

• Extension of Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 5978 prohibiting hotel permits in the Downtown Specific Plan Area
• MOU with Glendale Management Association for Police Sworn Managers with a $125,655 appropriation
• Design-build contract with Cemtek Environmental Inc. for Grayson Power Plant Unit 9 CEMS Replacement not to exceed $530,000
• WIOA funds of $741,131 for Glendale Youth Alliance and the City of Burbank
• Contract amendment for JAS Pacific increasing the not-to-exceed amount from $650,000 to $780,000

The Glendale City Council approved a new MOU with the Glendale Management Association for police sworn managers, adopted the city's investment policy for FY 2022-2023, and noted and filed a report on a potential ban on gas-powered lawn and landscaping equipment. Several consent items were also approved, including workforce development grants and a contract amendment. The interim urgency ordinance on hotel permits was continued to the next meeting.

• Approved MOU with Glendale Management Association for police sworn managers (3-0, Devine and Kassakhian absent)
• Adopted Resolution 22-144 for City Investment Policy FY 2022-2023 (3-0)
• Noted and filed report on potential ban on gas-powered lawn equipment (3-0)
• Accepted $741,131 in WIOA funds for Glendale Youth Alliance and Burbank (consent)
• Accepted $268,800 in Youth@Work funds for Glendale Youth Alliance (consent)
• Approved contract amendment with JAS Pacific, increasing not-to-exceed to $780,000 (consent)
• Continued interim urgency ordinance on hotel permits to next meeting (3-0)
• Approved $12,500 claim for damages from Wawanesa General Insurance (3-0)

Sustainability Commission

This meeting includes the introduction of new commissioners and several information reports. The agenda contains items regarding creative paving solutions, drive-through bans, and commission work plans.

• Introduction of Commissioner Cole Bazemore
• Introduction of Nora Karakashian
• Report on Creative Paving Solutions
• Report on Drive-Through Bans
• Sustainability Commission Work Plans

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is considering a variance request for a single-family residence. The applicant seeks to add 288 square feet to the home without providing the minimum number of code-required parking spaces.

• Variance Case No. PVAR2202444: 288 square-foot addition to a house at 1765 Fern Lane

The Planning Hearing Officer took under submission a variance request for a 288-square-foot addition to a single-family house at 1765 Fern Lane without providing the required two-car garage parking. No public input was received. A decision will be made at a later date.

• Variance case PVAR 2202444 for 1765 Fern Lane taken under submission (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a motion to sustain a decision regarding variances for a new three-story house. Other scheduled items were either continued to a later date or withdrawn by the applicant.

• Appeal of variance decision for a 2,764 square-foot house at 3132 Charing Cross Road
• Continued to November 16, 2022: Tentative Parcel Map for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to subdivide two lots into three
• Withdrawn: Parking Reduction Permit for 901-919 South Brand Boulevard

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Commission will receive informational reports on customer service, the MWD shutdown, and Colorado River Systems. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from four previous 2022 meetings.

• Approval of April 4, May 2, June 6, and August 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Customer Service Update report
• MWD Shutdown report
• Colorado River Systems report

Landlord/Tenant Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will continue its review of Chapter 9.30 and discuss past outreach efforts regarding the Rental Rights Program. The agenda also includes a request for approval of the August 24, 2022, meeting minutes.

• Continued review of Chapter 9.30
• Discussion of past outreach efforts relating to the Rental Rights Program
• Approval of August 24, 2022, meeting minutes

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority are meeting to discuss funding recommendations from the Glendale Continuum of Care (CoC) Board. They will consider approving program priorities and authorizing a grant application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

• Approval of 2022 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program Priorities
• Authorization of a grant application to the Federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

The City Council and Housing Authority voted to approve the 2022 Continuum of Care Program Priorities and authorize submission of a grant application to HUD for homeless funding, as recommended by the CoC Board. The City Council motion passed 4-0 (one absent), and the Housing Authority motion passed 6-0 (one absent). The City Manager is authorized to execute related agreements.

• Approved 2022 CoC Program Priorities and authorized HUD grant application (City Council: 4-0, one absent)
• Approved 2022 CoC Program Priorities and authorized HUD grant application (Housing Authority: 6-0, one absent)
• Authorized City Manager to execute all agreements and documents to accept and implement funding

Special City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss several management and public works items. Proposed actions include developing a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and updating environmental purchasing policies.

• $320,000 agreement with Rincon Consultants, Inc. for a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan
• Direction on the City’s Environmental Preferable Purchasing Policy
• $600,000 amendment to Birdi Systems Inc. for the Jail Security System (totaling $1,013,518)
• $100,000 agreement with Forma Studio for 'Hahamongna' art piece on Glenoaks Blvd.
• $50,000 agreement with Erin Miller Wray for a Verdugo Park Mural

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved a $320,000 contract with Rincon Consultants to develop a Climate Action and Adaptation Plan, and provided direction on environmental purchasing principles. It also authorized a $600,000 amendment for the jail security system, and approved two public art commissions. All votes were unanimous except for the Verdugo Park mural, which passed 4-1 with Brotman dissenting.

• Approved $320,000 contract with Rincon for Climate Action and Adaptation Plan (unanimous)
• Provided direction on Environmental Preferable Purchasing Policy principles (unanimous)
• Approved $600,000 amendment for jail security system with Birdi Systems Inc., total $1,013,518 (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 public art commission with Forma Studio for 'Hahamongna' (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 public art commission with Erin Miller Wray for 'Verdugo Park Mural' (4-1, Brotman dissenting)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a moratorium on new and converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide. The body is also deciding on several grant appropriations and appeals regarding design reviews for local properties.

• Proposed moratorium on new and conversion of existing drive-through waiting lanes citywide
• Contract increase of $4,271,660 for West Coast Arborists, Inc. for tree planting and maintenance
• Appropriation of $500,000 for employee employment training from Glendale Community College
• Appropriation of $138,761 for adult literacy and ESL services and $20,000 for a Poet Laureate pilot program
• Public hearings on design review appeals for 420 Nesmuth Road and 1633 Victory Boulevard

The Glendale City Council adopted an interim urgency ordinance prohibiting new and converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide, with a pipeline project exemption. It also approved contract increases for urban forestry tree planting and maintenance, accepted a $500,000 state grant for employee training, and noted the success of water conservation programs. The council sustained the Design Review Board's approval for a project at 1633 Victory Boulevard and approved a project at 420 Nesmuth Road.

• Adopted Interim Urgency Ordinance 5994 prohibiting new and converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide (5-0, Najarian recused)
• Approved Resolution 22-141 increasing urban forestry contract with West Coast Arborists by $4,271,660 to $11,577,660 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-142 authorizing Caltrans Clean California grant agreement for planting 750 trees (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-143 appropriating grant funds for tree planting and maintenance (5-0)
• Accepted $500,000 state grant for employee training via Resolution 22-140 (5-0)
• Approved $285,000 grant for police traffic safety program (5-0)
• Sustained Design Review Board approval for 1633 Victory Boulevard (3-2, Brotman and Devine dissenting)
• Sustained Design Review Board approval for 420 Nesmuth Road (4-0, Najarian recused)

Building and Fire Board of Appeals

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding proposed local amendments to Title-24 C.C.R. The Building Official and Fire Marshal are scheduled to present these updates, which would take effect on January 1, 2023.

• Public hearing for proposed local amendments to Title-24 C.C.R. for the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal regarding a proposed five-story parking structure. The commission is reviewing a motion to sustain the Planning Hearing Officer's decision to approve a parking reduction.

• Parking Reduction Permit Case No. PPRP2004082 for 901-919 South Brand Boulevard
• Proposed five-story, 171,140 square-foot above-ground parking structure
• Request to provide 450 parking stalls instead of the 548 required by code

Glendale Housing Authority

The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and the approval of previous meeting minutes. No specific business or project items are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of August 16, 2022, regular meeting minutes
• Approval of August 9, 2022, joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting minutes

The Glendale Housing Authority approved the minutes from its August 16, 2022 regular meeting and the August 9, 2022 joint meeting with the City Council. The meeting lasted one minute, from 2:04 p.m. to 2:05 p.m. No other decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of the August 16, 2022 regular Housing Authority meeting.
• Approved minutes of the August 9, 2022 joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting.

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting to discuss the implementation of a fleet electrification plan and regulations regarding drive-through lanes. The body will also consider a study on converting private parking lots into outdoor dining areas.

• Introduction of Interim Urgency Ordinance prohibiting new or converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide
• Motion to implement the Fleet Electrification Plan
• Motion to conduct a study on converting private parking lots to outdoor dining
• Motion to suspend enforcement on existing Al Fresco locations in private parking lots during the dining study

The City Council voted 4-0 to introduce an interim urgency ordinance prohibiting new and converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide, with no exemptions for projects already under review. Council also approved a motion to study drive-through impacts and noted the fleet electrification plan. Additionally, the Council directed staff to study converting private parking lots to outdoor dining and suspended enforcement on existing al fresco dining in such lots during the study.

• Introduced interim urgency ordinance banning new and converted drive-through waiting lanes citywide (4-0)
• Approved motion directing staff to study and review drive-through waiting lane impacts (4-0)
• Noted and filed the fleet electrification study report and directed staff to implement the plan (4-0)
• Approved motion directing staff to study conversion of private parking lots to outdoor dining (4-0)
• Approved motion suspending enforcement on existing al fresco dining in private parking lots during study (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including a $33 million grant for Beeline transit electrification. The council is also considering a large-scale renewable energy project at the Scholl Canyon Landfill.

• $33,111,826 CalSTA grant to electrify the Beeline transit fleet
• Scholl Canyon Landfill Biogas Renewable Generation Project equipment and services up to $17,629,194
• EPC contract for Scholl Canyon Landfill project up to $43,637,098
• Ordinance amendments regarding Downtown Specific Plan setbacks and land use
• Lease negotiations for property at 216 S. Brand Blvd.

The council voted 3-1 to pause the Scholl Canyon Landfill Biogas Renewable Generation Project, directing staff to return with a cost-benefit analysis, fire plan, and community meetings before approving contracts. The council also accepted a $33.1M state grant to electrify the Beeline bus fleet and approved reappointments to multiple boards and commissions. A motion to appoint an Airport Authority Commissioner was tabled for future discussion.

• Paused Scholl Canyon biogas project contracts, directing staff to report on cost-benefit, fire plan, and community meetings (3-1)
• Accepted $33,111,826 TIRCP grant from CalSTA to electrify Beeline transit fleet (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5992 amending DSP setback requirements and drive-through uses (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 5993 amending DSP land use chart to allow veterinary offices and require covenant for public open space (unanimous)
• Reappointed 8 members to boards and commissions including Planning Commission and Parks Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Michael Bain to Audit Committee (unanimous)
• Appointed Bradley Calvert as Director of Community Development (unanimous)
• Tabled appointment to Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority Commission for future discussion

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will review various monthly activity reports and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda includes updates from the Workforce Development, Park Services, and Recreation & Community Services sections.

• Approval of the August 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Workforce Development Section Activity Report
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for July 2022
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for August 2022

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is considering a variance request for a single-family home addition. The applicant seeks to increase the home size from 1,876 to 4,149 square feet without meeting minimum parking and interior setback requirements.

• Variance Case No. PVAR2002984: Proposed addition at 2960 St. Gregory Road

The Planning Hearing Officer took under submission a variance request for an addition to a single-family house at 2960 St. Gregory Road. The applicant sought approval to add to the existing 1,876-square-foot home without providing the minimum required parking spaces and meeting the minimum interior setback. After construction, the residence would total 4,149 square feet. The project is exempt from CEQA review. No final decision was made at this hearing.

• Variance case PVAR 2002984 taken under submission for later decision

City Council

The City Council will consider options for the closure date of the Scholl Canyon Landfill and the potential revision of the Wasteshed Ordinance. The body will also discuss new solid waste collection rates for single-family and small multi-family customers.

• Decision on Scholl Canyon Landfill closure options with estimated dates ranging from December 2025 to June 2030
• Proposed new solid waste collection rates for single-family and small multi-family customers
• Acceptance of $1,350,000 in total STEP funds ($450,000 annually for 3 years) for Glendale Youth Alliance and Glendale Community College
• Resolution approving the city's response to the Los Angeles Civil Grand Jury Report on leaking pipes
• Proposal to make Beeline Transit free on specific annual days, including Earth Day and election days

The council voted unanimously to direct staff on four options for the Scholl Canyon Landfill's future, ranging from closure in 2025 to extending operations until 2030. They also approved a $1.35 million student training program, designated annual free Beeline transit days, and appointed Timothy Ernst as Fire Chief. A motion was made to study city contract preferences for women-owned, minority-owned, and locally-owned businesses.

• Directed staff on Scholl Canyon Landfill future options (5-0)
• Approved $1.35M Student Training & Employment Program funds (5-0)
• Designated annual free Beeline transit days permanently (5-0)
• Appointed Timothy Ernst as Fire Chief effective Sept. 19, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved response to LA Civil Grand Jury water report (5-0)
• Authorized Prop 218 process for new solid waste rates (5-0)
• Appointed Alex Fay to Glendale Water and Power Commission (5-0)
• Appointed Cole Bazemore to Sustainability Commission (5-0)

Special City Council

The City Council will review proposed design standards for the Tropico Transit Oriented District. They will also consider results of a hotel study to determine if the current hotel moratorium should be extended for one year. Additionally, the council will discuss options for a reach code regarding building electrification and electric vehicle charging.

• Update on Tropico Transit Oriented District (TOD) design and development standards
• Discussion of hotel study results and potential extension of Hotel Moratorium Ordinance No. 5978
• Reach Code options for building electrification, photovoltaic (PV), and electric vehicle (EV) charging

The City Council voted unanimously to receive a report and provide direction on zoning amendments for the Tropico Transit Oriented District, to note and file a hotel study and initiate zoning code amendments related to hotel uses, and to direct staff to return with an ordinance extending the hotel moratorium for one year. The Council also provided direction on options for a reach code on building electrification, photovoltaic, and electric vehicle charging. All motions passed 5-0.

• Approved motion to receive report and provide direction on proposed zoning text and map amendments for the Tropico Transit Oriented District (TOD).
• Approved motion to note and file the hotel study report.
• Approved motion providing direction and initiating zoning code and/or DSP amendments related to hotel uses in the DSP.
• Approved motion directing staff to return with an ordinance extending Ordinance No. 5978 (hotel moratorium) for an additional one-year period.
• Approved motion providing direction on options for a reach code for Building Electrification, Photovoltaic (PV) and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging.

Special Civil Service Commission

The Special Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve job class specifications for various city roles and adopt resolutions regarding classifications and positions. The body will also hold a closed session for a public employee hearing involving a police officer.

• Approval of class specification for Workforce Development Management Series
• Approval of class specification for Police Communications Administrator
• Approval of class specification for Water Superintendent
• Approval of class specification for Assistant to City Manager
• Resolution on unclassified status proposal for Administrative Associate, Administrative Analyst, Case Worker I, Office Services Specialist I, and Youth Services Coordinator

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission is meeting to consider recommendations for the City Council regarding building electrification, photovoltaic, and electric vehicle charging reach codes. The body will also vote on adding a land acknowledgement to its procedural rules.

• Motion to amend Procedural Rules, Article VI, to include Land Acknowledgement
• Recommendations to City Council on reach codes for Building Electrification, Photovoltaic (PV), and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging
• Discussion of the Sustainability Commission Work Plan
• Presentation by Greywater Corp.

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Artist Review and Selection Committee is meeting to discuss the Call for Artists Applications for the Beyond the Box: Utility Box Mural Art Program. This special meeting focuses on reviewing submissions for the utility box mural project.

• Beyond the Box: Utility Box Mural Art Program – Call for Artists Applications

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee is meeting to approve the program planning schedule and citizen participation plan for the FY 2023-2024 CDBG, ESG, and HOME Annual Action Plan. The committee will also receive reports on capital improvement projects and homeless point-in-time count results.

• Approval of Program Planning Schedule for FY 2023-2024 CDBG, ESG, and HOME Annual Action Plan
• Review of City of Glendale Citizen Participation Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME Programs
• Report on active year-to-date CDBG Capital Improvement Projects
• CDBG FY 2021-2022 Public Social Services Programs Year End Performance and Expenditure Report
• City of Glendale’s 2022 Homeless Point-in-Time Count Results

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review a proposal for a home addition and garage. The board will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from July 14 and August 11, 2022.

• Proposed 1,577 square-foot two-story addition and one-car garage at 1555 Glenmont Drive

The Design Review Board approved a two-story addition with a one-car garage at 1555 Glenmont Drive. The project adds 1,577 square feet to an existing 1,910-square-foot house on a 16,950-square-foot lot in the R1R-Il zone. Approval was unanimous (3-0) with conditions including recessed windows and permeable paving for the new driveway.

• Approved 1,577-sf two-story addition with attached garage at 1555 Glenmont Drive (3-0)
• Required window sills and recessed window placement for all openings in the addition
• Required casement/hung operation for all windows visible from the street
• Required permeable paving for the new driveway

Landlord/Tenant Ad Hoc Committee

The committee is meeting to continue its review of Chapter 9.30. Members will also discuss previous outreach efforts regarding the Rental Rights Program.

• Review of Chapter 9.30
• Discussion of Rental Rights Program outreach efforts

Special Civil Service Commission

The Special Civil Service Commission will meet to review and potentially approve the class specification for the Payroll Specialist Series. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a Chief Examiner appointment and police officer discipline.

• Approval of class specification for Payroll Specialist Series
• Closed session: Public Employee Appointment – Chief Examiner
• Closed session: Public Employee Discipline – Police Officer

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is considering a variance request for a residential property. The applicant seeks to add a 1,175 square-foot second story to an existing house while maintaining a non-compliant side setback.

• Variance request for 1844 Bara Road (Case No. PVAR2118673) to allow a 1'-7" interior setback where 5' is required

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a variance request for a second-story addition at 1844 Bara Road but did not make a decision, taking the case under submission for a later ruling. The applicant seeks to keep a 1-foot-7-inch interior setback where 5 feet is required. No public comments were submitted or spoken in opposition.

• Variance case PVAR 2118673 for 1844 Bara Road taken under submission — no decision rendered

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial allocations, including an $8 million state grant for Rockhaven. Other items include a sister city relationship proposal, street project recommendations, and various police department fund acceptances.

• $8 million State of California grant for Rockhaven
• $1,000,000 Board of State and Community Corrections allocation
• $700,000 BJA FY22 Byrne Discretionary Grants Program funds
• Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project quick-build alternative
• Sister City relationship with Martuni, Republic of Artsakh

The City Council unanimously approved accepting an $8 million state grant for Rockhaven Sanitarium and directed staff to install heavy-duty vinyl tarps on 11 structures. The council also established a sister city relationship with Martuni, Republic of Artsakh, and approved a quick-build alternative for the Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project. Additionally, the council accepted $1 million in state corrections funds and $700,000 in federal Byrne grant funds for the police department.

• Approved Resolution 22-134 authorizing acceptance of an $8 million state grant for Rockhaven Sanitarium and Resolution 22-135 appropriating the funds (unanimous).
• Directed staff to install super heavy duty vinyl tarps at the eleven Rockhaven structures (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution 22-129 establishing a Sister City Program with Martuni, Republic of Artsakh (unanimous).
• Approved a motion recommending a quick-build alternative for the Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project (unanimous).
• Accepted $1,000,000 from the Board of State and Community Corrections via Resolution 22-130 (unanimous).
• Accepted $700,000 in BJA 2022 Byrne Discretionary Grants Program funds via Resolution 22-131 (unanimous).
• Authorized purchase orders with West Technology Forensics ($211,480), Life Technologies ($2,500,000), and QIAGEN ($400,000) via Resolutions 22-132 and 22-133 (unanimous).
• Initiated zoning code amendments to modify design review and entitlement processes, including eliminating the 4/5/6 rule for interior setbacks and allowing concurrent review of permits (unanimous).

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Transportation and Parking Commission will consider a motion to select a preferred bicycle facility alternative for the La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project. The meeting also includes a project update on the Verdugo Wash.

• Recommendation of a preferred bicycle facility alternative for the La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project
• Verdugo Wash Project Update

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will review the I.D.E.A. Plan by The Aspire Group and a sponsorship proposal for the Glendale International Film Festival. Staff will also provide progress updates on the 2022-2023 Work Plan, including mural ordinance and creative crosswalk projects.

• Adoption of the I.D.E.A. (Inclusion. Diversity. Equity. Antiracism.) Plan
• Sponsorship of Glendale International Film Festival up to $5,000
• Mural Ordinance update
• Creative Crosswalks update
• Public Relations Firm RFP discussion

The Arts and Culture Commission unanimously approved and adopted the I.D.E.A. (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Antiracism) Plan by The Aspire Group. It also approved up to $5,000 in sponsorship for the Glendale International Film Festival from the 2022-2023 Work Plan, initially for general arts programming and later amended to support the Women in Film event. Consent items, including minutes from previous meetings, were also approved.

• Approved and adopted the I.D.E.A. Plan by The Aspire Group (4-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 sponsorship for Glendale International Film Festival arts programming (4-0)
• Approved up to $5,000 sponsorship for Women in Film event at the festival (4-0)
• Approved minutes of July 14, 2022 Special Meeting and July 21, 2022 Regular Meeting (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a time extension for a parcel map at 2116 Rimcrest Drive. One other subdivision item for 4th Avenue was continued to a future meeting.

• 2116 Rimcrest Drive: Request for a 36-month time extension to subdivide one lot into three lots for two new single-family residences
• 3810-3816 4th Avenue: Application to subdivide two residential lots into three (continued to October 5, 2022)

The Planning Commission approved a 36-month time extension for a tentative parcel map to subdivide a single lot into three lots at 2116 Rimcrest Drive, allowing two new single-family homes and retaining an existing dwelling. The extension runs until August 20, 2025. A separate subdivision proposal at 3810-3816 4th Avenue was continued to October 5, 2022, without further public notice.

• Approved 36-month time extension for tentative parcel map GLN No. 1631 at 2116 Rimcrest Drive (5-0)
• Continued tentative parcel map case PPM2113643 at 3810-3816 4th Avenue to October 5, 2022 (5-0)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is considering a request for standards and setback variances for a single-family residence. The proposal involves a 2,228 square-foot addition and a new 891 square-foot garage.

• Variance request for 14-foot, 10-inch street front setback and driveway length at 3915 Altura Avenue (Case No. PVAR2208080)

The Planning Hearing Officer considered a variance request for a property at 3915 Altura Avenue to reduce the required front setback and driveway length for a home addition and new garage. The case was taken under submission for a decision at a later date, with no public speakers in favor or opposition.

• Variance case PVAR 2208080 for 3915 Altura Avenue taken under submission

City Council

The City Council is considering several actions related to the Grayson Repowering Project, including contract amendments and engine purchases. Other items include a student fareless transit pilot program and various board appointments.

• Grayson Repowering Project: contract with ARB, Inc. not to exceed $4,247,507 plus $424,750 reserve
• Grayson Reps: agreement with Wartsila North America, Inc. not to exceed $9,882,000 plus $988,200 reserve
• Grayson Reps: contract amendment with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. up to $164,000
• Grayson Reps: contract amendment with Black & Veatch up to $1,570,668 plus $157,067 reserve
• Glendale Beeline participation in Metro’s K-14 GoPass pilot program

The Glendale City Council approved a series of actions to advance the Grayson Repowering Project, including rejecting the sole bid for Unit 9 Separation and authorizing negotiations with ARB, Inc. for up to $4,247,507 plus a 10% contingency. The council also approved contracts for engineering, environmental support, and owner's engineering services, and directed staff to prepare for the purchase and installation of five Wartsila engines. Additionally, the council adopted a resolution establishing solar and clean energy goals, and approved a grant agreement for the San Fernando Road Beautification Project.

• Approved Resolution 22-126 rejecting sole bid and authorizing contract with ARB, Inc. for Grayson Unit 9 Separation up to $4,247,507 plus 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-127 authorizing alternative project delivery for Grayson Repowering balance of site work (5-0)
• Approved Wartsila Phase 2 engineering services contract up to $9,882,000 plus 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved Stantec contract amendment for environmental support up to $164,000 (5-0)
• Approved Black & Veatch amendment for owner's engineering up to $1,570,668 plus 10% contingency (5-0)
• Approved Clean Power Consulting Partners amendment up to $150,000 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-125 establishing solar and clean energy goals (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-123 for Clean California grant for San Fernando Road Beautification (5-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

The agenda contains procedural items including a roll call and the approval of minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting. The body will also conduct a closed session and address regular business.

• Approval of minutes from the July 19, 2022, Regular Housing Authority meeting

The Glendale Housing Authority approved the minutes from its July 19, 2022 meeting as submitted. Members discussed correcting misleading media reports about rental costs and explored ways to highlight the city's affordable housing efforts, including a potential rental registry.

• Approved minutes of July 19, 2022 meeting (moved by Asatryan, seconded by Najarian)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a new project involving the demolition of four existing automobile dealership buildings. The proposal includes constructing a two-story, 54,000 square foot Honda dealership and a 1,500 square foot service canopy.

• Demolition of four one-story buildings totaling 14,118 SF at 1231-1265 S Brand Blvd
• Construction of a new two-story, 54,000 SF Honda automobile dealership building
• Construction of a new 1,500 SF service canopy
• Creation of 90 on-site parking spaces including 61 rooftop spaces

The Design Review Board approved a new two-story Honda automobile dealership at 1231-1265 S Brand Blvd, including demolition of four existing buildings and construction of a 54,000 SF showroom, service areas, and parking structure. The approval was unanimous (3-0) with conditions requiring facade articulation, landscaping, and design refinements. The project will be built in two phases on the 70,718 SF site.

• Approved new Honda dealership at 1231-1265 S Brand Blvd with conditions (3-0)
• Approved demolition of four existing commercial auto buildings totaling 14,118 SF
• Approved construction of 54,000 SF two-story dealership with showroom, offices, service areas, and parking structure
• Approved retaining existing 3,175 SF workshop and car wash building
• Approved new 1,500 SF service canopy
• Approved 90 on-site parking spaces (29 surface, 61 rooftop)
• Approved with 10 conditions including facade articulation, landscaping, and design details
• Continued approval of July 14, 2022 minutes to next meeting

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider several class specifications for approval. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding classifications and positions and a closed session for a public employee appointment.

• Approval of Water Superintendent class specification
• Approval of Police Communications Administrator class specification
• Approval of Payroll Specialist Series class specification
• Public hearing on Classifications and Positions
• Closed session: Public Employee Appointment – Chief Examiner

City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a closed session at 1:00 PM for pending litigation, performance evaluations, and property negotiations, followed by a regular business meeting at 6:00 PM. The main action items include approving amendments to the Glendale Water & Power energy risk and trading policies, and reviewing and potentially repealing the temporary cap on third-party food delivery fees. The consent agenda includes several grant acceptances for police, libraries, and other services.

• Accept $57,622 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant for Verdugo Regional Crime Laboratory
• Accept $1,454,709 UASI grant for police, including $209,000 for flight simulator equipment
• Accept $100,000 LSTA grant for Public Librarian Diversity Residency Program
• Accept $71,257 Community Connections Collaborative grant for a part-time Community Resource Specialist
• Repeal Resolution No. 20-63, ending temporary cap on third-party food delivery fees

The council approved several consent and action items, including accepting a $1,454,709 UASI grant for police equipment and training, and repealing the temporary cap on third-party food delivery fees. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Najarian absent.

• Accepted $57,622 Paul Coverdell Forensic Science Improvement Grant for crime lab equipment and training (4-0)
• Accepted $100,000 LSTA grant for Public Librarian Diversity Residency Program (4-0)
• Accepted $71,257 Community Connections Collaborative grant for social services outreach (4-0)
• Noted and filed Audit Committee Annual Report and Internal Audit Work Plan (4-0)
• Approved amendments to GWP Energy Risk Management Policy and Trading Authority Policy (4-0)
• Repealed temporary cap on third-party food delivery fees via Resolution 22-119 (4-0)
• Accepted $1,454,709 UASI grant for police equipment and training, including flight simulator purchase (4-0)
• Authorized filing petition for writ of mandate in Dickinson v. City of Glendale litigation (4-0)

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority are meeting to discuss the acquisition of two properties for affordable housing development. The body will consider a resolution for funding and the authorization of a purchase agreement.

• Acquisition of 426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive for affordable housing
• Resolution of Appropriation in the amount of $12M
• Purchase and Sale Agreement with Berg Senior Services, LLC
• Streamlined RFQ process for developer selection

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority approved the acquisition of 426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive for affordable housing development. They appropriated $12 million, authorized the Executive Director to sign a purchase agreement with Berg Senior Services, LLC, and approved a streamlined RFQ process for developer selection. All votes were unanimous among present members, with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution 22-115 appropriating $12M for property acquisition (5-0)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute purchase agreement with Berg Senior Services, LLC (5-0)
• Approved streamlined RFQ process for developer selection (5-0)

Special City Council

The City Council will consider the final report and recommendations from the Glendale Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee. The meeting includes motions to accept the committee's report and provide further direction to city staff.

• Final Report and Recommendations of the Glendale Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee

The City Council voted unanimously to accept the Final Report of the Glendale Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee. The report and recommendations were presented by the committee's consultant, Jonathan Holtzman of Renne Public Law Group. No further action was taken beyond acceptance of the report.

• Accepted Final Report of Glendale Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee (5-0)

Commission on the Status of Women

The Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for the August 2022 to August 2023 term. The meeting includes discussions regarding Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities and potential sponsorship of the Glendale Unified School District Yellow Ribbon Week project.

• Selection of Commission Chair (August 2022 - August 2023)
• Selection of Commission Vice Chair (August 2022 - August 2023)
• Approval of Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities
• Appointment of Selection Committee for 2022-23 Student Ex Officio Members
• Sponsorship discussion for Glendale Unified School District Yellow Ribbon Week

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission is meeting to discuss updating the city's purchasing policies. The body will also consider a motion to begin meetings and events with a land acknowledgment statement.

• Motion to replace the Recycled, Reusable and Recyclable Products Policy with an Environmental Preferable Purchasing Policy
• Motion to start Commission meetings and events with a land acknowledgment statement
• Introduction of Student Ex-Officio Commissioners

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Commission will receive information regarding consumer confidence, public health goals, and water conservation. Staff will also provide a status update on the Grayson Repowering Project including impacts of Wartsila delays.

• 2022 Consumer Confidence Report
• 2022 Public Health Goal Report
• Water Conservation Update
• Grayson Repowering Project status and Wartsila delay impacts

Special Meeting - Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review a demolition clearance application for the Grayson Repowering Project. This includes the proposed demolition of the Grayson Power Plant boiler building. The commission will also receive an update on the design review process in historic districts.

• Demolition Clearance Application: Grayson Repowering Project (Grayson Power Plant boiler building)

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to elect a Chair and Secretary and discuss the Annual Report to City Council. The body will review the FY 2021-22 Audit Work Plan and the proposed plan for FY 2022-23.

• Election of Audit Committee Chair
• Election of Audit Committee Secretary
• Annual Report to City Council
• FY 2021-22 Audit Work Plan Review and Proposed FY 2022-23 Audit Work Plan
• Report from CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP on the Audit of FY ended June 30, 2022

The Glendale Audit Committee held its scheduled elections, re-electing Zareh Amirian as Chair and Ms. Antanesyan as Secretary, each by unanimous vote. The committee also approved the Annual Report to City Council for FY 2021-22. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included informational reports on internal audits and the external audit.

• Re-elected Zareh Amirian as Audit Committee Chair (3-0)
• Re-elected Ms. Antanesyan as Audit Committee Secretary (3-0)
• Approved Annual Report to City Council for FY 2021-22 (3-0)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is reviewing a request to install a new six-foot high wrought iron fence at 1916 Niodrara Drive. The proposal includes removing an existing three-foot chain link fence and setting the new fence five feet from the street front property line.

• Variance for 1916 Niodrara Drive to install a six-foot high wrought iron fence

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a variance request to install a six-foot wrought iron fence with a five-foot setback at 1916 Niodrara Drive, where a 25-foot setback is required. The applicant proposed replacing an existing three-foot chain link fence. The officer took the case under submission, meaning no decision was made at the hearing; a decision will be issued later.

• Variance case PVAR2200992 at 1916 Niodrara Drive taken under submission (no decision made)

Historic Preservation Commission

The July 21, 2022, meeting was canceled because a quorum was not met. All agenda items, including the Grayson Repowering Project demolition clearance, are continued to a special meeting on July 28, 2022.

• Grayson Repowering Project: Review of Demolition Clearance Application (PDRV 2210032) regarding the Grayson Power Plant boiler building
• Approval of Historic Preservation Commission Minutes from April 21, 2022 and June 16, 2022

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the 2022-2023 Work Plan, specifically regarding city-wide arts projects. The body will also discuss guidelines for the Glendale Arts & Culture List and Arts Calendar.

• Progress updates on Art Happens Anywhere projects
• Update on LeBasse Projects
• Update on Mural Ordinance
• Update on Creative Crosswalks RFP
• Guidelines for Glendale Arts & Culture List and Arts Calendar

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss a proposal to consolidate nine lots into one at 520 and 534 North Glendale Avenue. The project involves demolishing a commercial building to construct a 114-bed medical residential congregate facility.

• Tentative Parcel Map PPM21125229 (GLN 1643) for 520 and 534 North Glendale Avenue
• Proposed demolition of a 17,794-square-foot commercial building
• Proposed construction of an 85,505-square-foot, 3-story medical residential facility
• Proposed one-level subterranean parking garage with 51 spaces

The Glendale Planning Commission approved a tentative parcel map to consolidate nine lots into one at 520 and 534 North Glendale Avenue, allowing construction of a 3-story, 90-unit (114-bed) medical residential congregate facility with subterranean parking. The approval was unanimous (4-0) and subject to 79 conditions, including a 2.5-foot land dedication along Doran Street and a $9,727 sewage capacity fee. The project is exempt from CEQA review under the Class 32 infill exemption.

• Approved Tentative Parcel Map GLN 1643 to consolidate nine lots into one (4-0)
• Approved construction of 90-unit medical residential congregate facility at 520 & 534 N. Glendale Ave
• Approved CEQA Class 32 infill exemption for the project
• Imposed 79 conditions including land dedication, fees, and design requirements
• Approved $9,727 sewage capacity fee for the project

City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss a services agreement for bill printing and mailing and review a report on Vision Zero. The body will also consider an amendment to a professional services agreement with Cit Com LLC.

• Contract with InfoSend, Inc. for GWP bill print and mailing services not to exceed $3,619,900 for four years
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Cit Com LLC to increase maximum cost by $150,000 to a new total of $516,283
• Resolution confirming 2021-2022 weed abatement charges
• Vision Zero Introduction and Update Report
• Appointment of Andre Ordubegian to Transportation and Parking

The Glendale City Council unanimously appointed Paula Adams as Chief Human Resources Officer. The council also approved several consent items, including a resolution confirming weed abatement charges and an amendment to a police services agreement with Cit Com LLC. Additionally, the council directed staff to prepare reports on controlling gun shops and placed a moratorium on drive-thru services.

• Appointed Paula Adams as Chief Human Resources Officer (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-113 confirming weed abatement charges (5-0)
• Authorized amendment to Cit Com LLC agreement, increasing cost by $150,000 to $516,283 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-114 authorizing InfoSend contract for bill print/mailing up to $3,619,900 (5-0)
• Noted and filed Vision Zero report (4-0, Asatryan absent)
• Noted and filed legislative update and provided direction on bills (5-0)
• Directed staff to place moratorium on drive-thru services (5-0)
• Directed staff to report on controlling gun shops (5-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from June 7, June 14, and June 28, 2022.

• Approval of minutes from June 7, 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2022
• Approval of minutes from June 28, 2022

The Glendale Housing Authority met on July 19, 2022, and approved the minutes from its June 7, 2022 regular meeting and the joint City Council and Housing Authority meetings of June 14 and June 28, 2022. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned at 3:06 p.m.

• Approved minutes of June 7, 2022 regular meeting and June 14 and June 28, 2022 joint meetings (moved by Kassakhian, seconded by Devine; vote not recorded in text)

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission meeting was unable to proceed because a quorum was not met. All scheduled agenda items will be moved to the next regular meeting on August 15, 2022.

• Verdugo Wash Project Update
• City-Wide Public Art RFQ – Verdugo Park Mural
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for June 2022
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for May 2022

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is considering modifications to a hotel project on Victory Boulevard and a proposal for a new restaurant on South Glendale Avenue. The board will determine if the revised designs meet city standards.

• 1633 Victory Boulevard: Proposal to expand a hotel to 82 rooms and 42,310 square feet
• 216-222 S. Glendale Ave and 611 Orange Grove Ave: Proposal to demolish three buildings for a 1,414-square-foot Starbucks with drive-thru

The Design Review Board approved a modified hotel project at 1633 Victory Blvd with conditions, expanding it from 64 to 82 rooms, and adopted the subsequent Mitigated Negative Declaration. The board also returned a proposed Starbucks at 216-222 S. Glendale Ave and 611 Orange Grove Ave for redesign, requiring site plan revisions and further traffic analysis. Both decisions were made with specific conditions and vote tallies as recorded.

• Adopted subsequent Mitigated Negative Declaration for 1633 Victory Blvd hotel expansion (4-0)
• Approved with conditions the 82-room hotel expansion at 1633 Victory Blvd (3-1)
• Returned for redesign the Starbucks drive-thru at 216-222 S. Glendale Ave and 611 Orange Grove Ave (3-1)

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Special Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to discuss the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Racism (I.D.E.A.) Plan. The discussion involves The Aspire Group.

• Discussion of I.D.E.A. (Inclusion. Diversity. Equity. Anti-Racism.) Plan with The Aspire Group

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will review several employment-related items including class specifications and a job bulletin. The meeting also includes discussions regarding employee performance evaluation processes and notifications to bargaining groups.

• Approval of Executive Assistant class specification
• Approval of Communication Series class specification
• Approval of Senior Park Services Manager job bulletin
• Adoption of resolution for Librarian unclassified status proposal
• Review of employee job performance evaluation process

Senior Services Committee Meeting

The committee will select a new Chair and Vice Chair for the Senior Services Committee. Members will also review and provide feedback on the 2022 Senior Needs Assessment process.

• Selection of New Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2022 Senior Needs Assessment process
• Introduction of Dr. Adira E. Navarro

Organization Meeting

The City Council is meeting to officially declare the results of the June 7, 2022, General Municipal Election. The session includes the administration of the oath of office to newly elected council members, the city clerk, and the city treasurer.

• Resolution declaring the results of the June 7, 2022, General Municipal Election
• Oath of office for newly elected Council Members
• Oath of office for City Clerk
• Oath of office for City Treasurer

The Glendale City Council held an organization meeting on July 12, 2022, where it adopted Resolution 22-112 declaring the results of the June 7, 2022 General Municipal Election. The council then administered the oath of office to newly elected officials, including council members Elen Asatryan, Dan Brotman, and Ara Najarian, as well as City Clerk Suzie Abajian and City Treasurer Rafi Manoukian. The meeting was procedural and ceremonial, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Adopted Resolution 22-112 declaring results of June 7, 2022 election (4-0, Agajanian absent)
• Administered oath of office to newly elected council members, city clerk, and city treasurer

City Council

The City Council will consider several labor agreements, including Memorandums of Understanding for police officers and fire sworn managers. The body will also review liability insurance renewals and various fire department grants and service agreements.

• Appropriation of $1,405,456 for the Glendale Police Officers’ Association (GPOA) MOU
• Renewal of excess and law enforcement liability insurance not to exceed $4,478,993
• Appropriation of $338,838 for Senate Bill 1383 and CalRecycle grant projects
• Acceptance of $49,000 from the 2020 State Homeland Security Grant Program for the Fire Department
• Public hearing on annual assessments for the North San Fernando Road Corridor Landscape Maintenance District

The Glendale City Council approved new three-year memoranda of understanding with the Glendale Police Officers' Association and the Glendale Management Association for fire sworn managers, including a $1,405,456 appropriation for the police MOU's first year. The council also renewed excess liability insurance for FY 2022-23 at up to $4,478,993, adopted the Emergency Operations Plan, and approved several consent items including a legal advertising contract and grant applications. Council Member Agajanian was absent; all votes were 4-0.

• Approved GPOA MOU (Res. 22-106) and $1,405,456 appropriation (Res. 22-108) (4-0)
• Approved GMA Fire Sworn Managers MOU (Res. 22-104) and compensation (Res. 22-105) (4-0)
• Authorized excess liability insurance renewal up to $4,478,993 and $1,218,921 appropriation (Res. 22-109) (4-0)
• Adopted new Emergency Operations Plan (4-0)
• Approved $338,838 appropriation for CalRecycle/SB 1383 grants (Res. 22-103) (4-0)
• Awarded legal advertising contract to HLR Media LLC (4-0)
• Authorized grant application for Used Oil Payment Program (Res. 22-101) (4-0)
• Approved North San Fernando Road Landscape Maintenance District levy (Res. 22-110, 22-111) (4-0)

Successor Agency

The Successor Agency is meeting to review the minutes from December 7, 2021. The body will also consider a resolution to adopt the Last and Final Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) submission.

• Resolution to Adopt Last & Final Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS)
• Minutes of the Special Successor Agency Meeting of December 7, 2021

Sustainability Commission

The commission will consider the selection of Student Ex Officio non-voting members. Staff will also provide updates on organics recycling, food recovery, and the Verdugo Wash visioning project.

• Selection of Student Ex Officio non-voting members
• Organics Recycling and Food Recovery report
• Verdugo Wash Visioning Update
• Building Electrification Reach Code Project update
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan update

SPECIAL MEETING OF THE LANDLORD/TENANT AD HOC COMMITTEE

The committee is meeting to continue discussions on possible changes to the Rental Rights Program. Members will review suggested changes from June 1 and discuss past outreach efforts.

• Discussion of Rental Rights Program relocation percentages and assistance
• Review of enforcement procedures and penalties for violations
• Review of one-year written lease offerings
• Review of just cause evictions
• Review of relocation fees and banking

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to discuss design concept proposals for the City-Wide Public Art Landmarks RFQ. The body will consider recommending a contract for the Verdugo Park Mural.

• Recommendation for an agreement to design, fabricate, and install the Verdugo Park Mural not to exceed $50,000

City Council

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance and review a final report from the Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee. The body is also deciding on several grant acceptances and professional service contracts for city utilities and police.

• Adoption of Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance amending the Glendale Municipal Code
• Two Professional Services Agreements with NV5, Inc. and Cannon Corporation for water system activities, not to exceed $750,000 per consultant
• Annual renewal of excess insurance policies for FY 2022-2023 not to exceed $2,134,162
• Acceptance of $391,715 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant for impaired driving mitigation
• Acceptance of $31,000 grant for real estate fraud prosecution and investigation

The Glendale City Council adopted Ordinance 5991, the Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance, and approved resolutions renewing GWP's energy trading authority and adopting the annual Wildfire Mitigation Plan update. A motion to direct staff to use artificial turf on certain fields failed, and a subsequent motion to reconsider also failed. All consent items were approved unanimously, including grant acceptances and contract awards.

• Adopted Ordinance 5991, Hotel Worker Protection Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-98 renewing GWP energy purchase/sale authority (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-99, annual update to GWP Wildfire Mitigation Plan (4-0)
• Denied motion to prefer artificial turf on sports complex field 3 and Fremont Park (2-2)
• Denied motion to reconsider turf decision (2-2)
• Approved $750,000 each for NV5, Inc. and Cannon Corp. water system engineering PSAs (4-0)
• Accepted $31,000 Real Estate Fraud Prosecution Trust Fund grant (4-0)
• Accepted $391,715 CHP Cannabis Tax Fund grant (4-0)

Joint City Council and Housing Authority Meeting

The City Council and Housing Authority will discuss a loan commitment involving LINC Housing and National CORE. The meeting includes a proposed $6 million appropriation for additional funding at 515 Pioneer Drive.

• $6M Council Resolution of Appropriation for 515 Pioneer Drive
• Amended and Restated Letter of Loan Commitment with LINC Housing and National CORE
• Closed session property negotiations for 332-346 W. Cerritos and 341 Mira Loma
• Closed session property negotiations for 426 Piedmont Avenue

The City Council and Housing Authority approved a $6 million appropriation for additional funding of the 515 Pioneer Drive project, and authorized the Executive Director to execute an amended loan commitment with LINC Housing and National CORE. The vote was unanimous with one absence. The council also held a closed session on property negotiations but took no action.

• Approved Resolution 22-94 appropriating $6M for 515 Pioneer Drive (5-0, Parazian absent)
• Authorized Executive Director to execute amended loan commitment with LINC Housing and National CORE (6-0, Parazian absent)

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Transportation and Parking Commission will review recommendations for a complete streets project and two traffic calming installations. The body is deciding on specific infrastructure alternatives and pilot programs for local streets.

• Quick-build alternative for the Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project
• Installation of speed humps on Bruce Avenue between Glenwood Road and Glenoaks Boulevard
• Pilot program for raised pavement markers and thermoplastic bars on Adams Street between Scofield Drive and Princeton Drive

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Special Meeting

The Commission will review several activity reports and a budget update. Discussion includes the 2022 Homeless Point-in-Time Count results and updates on the Community Development Block Grant Program.

• Budget Update (Oral Report)
• Human Services Section Activity Report - City of Glendale’s 2022 Homeless Point-in-Time Count Results
• Human Services Section Activity Report - Community Development Block Grant Program Update
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for April and May 2022
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for April and May 2022

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is reviewing several residential and commercial projects. This includes a proposed modification to an existing hotel project on Victory Boulevard and new single-family dwelling proposals.

• 1633 Victory Boulevard: Proposed expansion of a three-story hotel to include 82 rooms and 42,310 square feet
• 1439 North Columbus Avenue: Proposed one-story addition and architectural style change to an existing single-family dwelling
• 3760 Hillway Drive: Proposed demolition of a one-story dwelling to construct a new two-story, 3,945 square foot home

The Glendale Design Review Board approved two residential projects with conditions. The first, at 1439 N. Columbus Ave., involves a one-story addition and style change to an existing single-family dwelling. The second, at 3760 Hillway Drive, involves demolishing an existing home and constructing a new two-story dwelling. Both approvals were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved 1439 N. Columbus Ave. addition and style change with conditions (5-0)
• Approved 3760 Hillway Drive new two-story dwelling with conditions (5-0)
• Continued 1633 Victory Blvd. case to July 14, 2022 without further notice
• Approved revised minutes from May 26, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved revised minutes from June 9, 2022 (2-0, 3 absent)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application for 2795 Mira Vista Drive. The agenda also includes updates on the Bellehurst Historic Resource Survey and recent City Council decisions regarding register nominations.

• Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application for 2795 Mira Vista Drive
• Bellehurst Historic Resource Survey update
• Mills Act for Historic District Contributors Application

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the FY 2022-23 citywide budget and establish employee compensation. The body will also consider several large construction contracts for road and infrastructure projects. Additionally, the council will address a hotel worker safety and compensation initiative.

• FY 2022-23 Citywide Budget public hearing and adoption
• Contract for Maintenance District 6 Pavement Rehabilitation Phase I with Toro Enterprises, Inc. for $4,153,565.90
• Contract for Broadway Rehabilitation Project with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for $3,670,000
• Contract for landscape maintenance of government facilities with Parkwood Landscape Maintenance, Inc. up to $3,629,802
• Construction contract for Citywide Battery Backup System with Yunex LLC for $614,300

The Glendale City Council adopted the FY 2022-23 citywide budget and related compensation resolutions, and took steps to place a hotel worker protection initiative on the ballot. It also awarded several construction contracts, including for the Broadway Rehabilitation Project and Maintenance District 6 pavement work. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Kassakhian absent.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 citywide budget (Resolution 22-86) (4-0)
• Approved hotel worker initiative: accepted petition, ordered report, introduced ordinance, directed ballot placement (4-0)
• Awarded $3.67M Broadway Rehabilitation contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc. (4-0)
• Awarded $4.15M Maintenance District 6 pavement contract to Toro Enterprises, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $614,300 contract to Yunex LLC for citywide battery backup system (4-0)
• Approved $1.98M landscape maintenance contract with Parkwood Landscape Maintenance (4-0)
• Adopted Gann appropriations limit for FY 2022-23 (Resolution 22-85) (4-0)
• Approved settlement offer for Grayson Power Plant storm water violation (4-0)

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting to review the Stage II Final Design Review and Development Agreement for the Lucia Park project. This proposed 24-story multi-family residential project is located at 620 N. Brand Boulevard and 625 N. Maryland Avenue.

• Stage II Final Design Review for 'Lucia Park' (294-unit, 24-story residential project)
• Resolution adopting the Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
• Introduction of Ordinance for Development Agreement
• Potential motion to continue the matter until June 28, 2022 and direct the City Attorney to prepare findings for denial

The Glendale City Council approved the Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment and the Stage II Design Review for the Lucia Park project, a 294-unit, 24-story residential development at 620 N. Brand Boulevard and 625 N. Maryland Avenue. The council also introduced an ordinance for a development agreement and continued the matter to June 28, 2022, directing the city attorney to prepare findings in support of denial of the Stage II Design Review. The votes were 3-1 with Councilmember Brotman dissenting and Kassakhian absent.

• Approved Resolution 22-83 adopting the Sustainable Communities Environmental Assessment for Lucia Park (3-1)
• Approved Stage II Design Review for Lucia Park (3-1)
• Introduced ordinance for development agreement for Lucia Park
• Continued matter to June 28, 2022 and directed city attorney to prepare denial findings

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority are meeting to approve the FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for federal grant programs. The body will also consider the FY 2022-23 Housing Authority Budget and a software contract amendment.

• FY 2022-2023 CDBG, ESG, and HOME Annual Action Plan totaling $3,529,800
• Adoption of the FY 2022-23 Glendale Housing Authority Budget
• Contract amendment with Emphasys Software to increase the amount by $77,418 for a total of $486,425
• Extension of the Emphasys Software agreement term to August 31, 2023

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority approved the FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs totaling $3,529,800, and adopted the FY 2022-23 Housing Authority Budget. They also approved a contract amendment with Emphasys Software increasing the amount by $77,418 to a new not-to-exceed of $486,425. All votes were unanimous with Councilmember Kassakhian absent.

• Approved Resolution 22-81 adopting Final Negative Declaration for CDBG/ESG/HOME plan (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2022-2023 CDBG, ESG, HOME Annual Action Plan totaling $3,529,800 (unanimous)
• Approved Housing Authority motion for same Annual Action Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-82 for Housing Authority budget expenditures (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution H-525 adopting FY 2022-23 Housing Authority Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Emphasys Software contract amendment increase of $77,418 to $486,425 (unanimous)

Special Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve class specifications and job bulletins for several city positions. The body will also consider a request to cancel an eligible list for a utility representative role.

• Approval of class specification and job bulletin for Police Chief
• Approval of class specification for Park Planner
• Approval of class specification for Network Engineer II
• Approval of class specification for Exhibition Coordinator
• Approval to cancel the eligible list for Customer Service Utility Representative

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved the class specification and job bulletin for Police Chief, along with class specifications for Park Planner, Network Engineer II, and Exhibition Coordinator. It also approved canceling the eligible list for Customer Service Utility Representative. The meeting was procedural with no public comments or substantive policy decisions.

• Approved Police Chief class specification and job bulletin (unanimous)
• Approved Park Planner class specification (unanimous)
• Approved Network Engineer II class specification (unanimous)
• Approved Exhibition Coordinator class specification (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of Customer Service Utility Representative eligible list (unanimous)

Design Review Board

The Board is reviewing a proposal to expand a hotel project on Victory Boulevard and a request for a home addition and style change on North Columbus Avenue.

• 1633 Victory Boulevard: Proposal to add 18 guest rooms and 6,735 square feet to a hotel project
• 1439 North Columbus Avenue: Proposal for an 894 square-foot addition and architectural style change to a single-family dwelling

The Design Review Board meeting was called to order but adjourned at 5:27 p.m. because only two members were present, lacking a quorum. No substantive decisions were made.

• Meeting adjourned due to lack of quorum

City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss several service contracts, including animal control and crane rentals. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding third-party issuance and oversight for municipal code chapter 5.92.

• Professional Service Agreement with Pasadena Humane Society for animal control services not to exceed $5,010,464 over five years
• Contract with Maxim Crane Works, LP for GWP Crane and Rigging Services not to exceed $600,000 for three years (with a $400,000 extension option)
• Contract amendment with Professional Account Management LLC for parking citation and permit services increasing the amount by $187,500
• Extension of Master Services Agreement with Crown Castle Fiber, LLC for dark fiber and colocation services through June 30, 2023
• Ordinance amending Chapter 5.92 of the Glendale Municipal Code to allow for third-party issuance and oversight

The Glendale City Council approved a five-year, $5,010,464 agreement with Pasadena Humane Society for animal control services, and introduced an ordinance to allow third-party issuance and oversight. It also approved a one-year extension for parking citation services, a $600,000 crane rental contract, and other consent items. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $5,010,464 five-year animal control agreement with Pasadena Humane Society (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance 5989 to allow third-party issuance and oversight (5-0)
• Approved one-year extension with Duncan Solutions for parking citation services, increasing contract by $187,500 (5-0)
• Approved $600,000 three-year crane rental contract with Maxim Crane Works, with $400,000 two-year extension option (5-0)
• Approved resolution 22-79 extending Crown Castle Fiber dark fiber agreement through June 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved resolution 22-77 for legal advertising contract bids (5-0)
• Approved minutes from multiple prior meetings (5-0)
• Authorized retaining McCune and Harber, LLP for pending litigation (5-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. The body will review minutes from April and May 2022 and hold a closed session.

• Approval of minutes from April 19, May 3, May 10, and May 24, 2022

The Glendale Housing Authority met on June 7, 2022, and handled only procedural matters. The closed session item regarding property negotiations was moved to a different date. The board approved the minutes from four prior meetings and adjourned at 3:07 p.m. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of April 19, May 3, May 10, and May 24, 2022 meetings (moved by Agajanian, seconded by Parazian)
• Moved closed session property negotiation item to a different date
• Adjourned at 3:07 p.m. (moved by Devine, seconded by Agajanian)

Special City Council

The City Council will meet to consider the adoption of a three-year economic development strategic plan. Additionally, the council will review the final report regarding streetcar feasibility and determine next steps for that study.

• Resolution to adopt the Three Year Economic Development Strategic Plan (2022 – 2025)
• Streetcar Feasibility Study Final Report

The Glendale City Council adopted Resolution 22-78 to adopt and file the City's Three-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan (2022-2025). The council also noted and filed the Glendale Streetcar Feasibility Study Final Report and provided direction on next steps to advance the study. All votes were unanimous with no abstentions.

• Adopted Resolution 22-78 for the Three-Year Economic Development Strategic Plan (2022-2025) (5-0)
• Noted and filed the Glendale Streetcar Feasibility Study Final Report (5-0)
• Provided direction regarding next steps to advance the streetcar feasibility study (5-0)

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission will consider a motion regarding a letter of recommendations to the City Council for the Grayson Repowering Project. The body will also receive reports on the GWP budget and a request for proposal for Local Clean Distributed Energy Resources.

• Grayson Repowering Project recommendations to City Council
• GWP Budget Overview
• Local Clean Distributed Energy Resources Request for Proposal

Joint Special Meeting Sustainability Commission and Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Sustainability Commission and the Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission will meet jointly to discuss a Life Cycle Analysis and Triple Bottom Line assessment. The commissions are tasked with providing feedback and making recommendations to the City Council regarding the use of artificial turf for multipurpose fields.

• Verdugo Wash Project Update presentation
• Recommendation on artificial turf for Freemont Park
• Recommendation on artificial turf for Pacific Park
• Recommendation on artificial turf for Sports Complex # 3
• Recommendation on artificial turf for Cerritos Elementary and Wilson Middle School

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to conduct routine business and elect a Vice Chairperson. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items.

• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Approval of May 5, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Meeting: Landlord/Tenant Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will review a brief overview of AB 1482 and discuss potential changes to the Rental Rights Program. Members will also discuss rescheduling the June 22, 2022 meeting.

• Overview of AB 1482
• Discussion of possible changes to Rental Rights Program
• Discussion of rescheduling the June 22, 2022 meeting

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is reviewing an application for a density bonus to build a new three-story rental housing project. The proposal includes one unit reserved for very low income households and requires the demolition of an existing three-unit building.

• Proposed 9,760 square-foot, 11-unit rental housing project at 246 North Jackson Street
• Request for incentives regarding additional height/stories and reduced setbacks
• Request for waivers regarding increased floor area ratio and decreased unit sizes
• Demolition of an existing three-unit multi-family building constructed in 1946

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a density bonus review for a proposed 11-unit rental housing project at 246 North Jackson Street. The project includes one very low-income unit and requests two incentives and two waivers. No decision was made; the case was taken under submission for a later decision.

• Density bonus review case PDBP2120753 taken under submission

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to discuss a proposal for a new single-family residence. One previously scheduled hotel modification project has been removed from the calendar.

• 1766 Cielito Drive: Proposal to demolish a 3,246 SF home and build a 5,337 SF 2-story home with a 3-car subterranean garage and pool
• 1633 Victory Boulevard: Modification of a 64-room hotel to an 84-room hotel taken off calendar and rescheduled for June 9, 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss updates to the Downtown Specific Plan and Title 30 of the Glendale Municipal Code. The body is also reviewing several infrastructure contracts and a proposal to allow third-party issuance of film permits.

• Contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. for power line tree trimming for $4,844,130 plus 15% contingency
• Professional Services Agreement with Insight Public Sector, Inc. for IT support not to exceed $1,535,300 per year
• Contract amendment with Magellan Advisors, LLC for $250,000 for grant funding consultancy
• Contract with Polychrome Construction, Inc. for Corporation Yard painting for $117,000 plus 10% contingency
• Ordinance to allow third-party issuance and oversight of film permits

The Glendale City Council approved a $4.84 million contract with West Coast Arborists for power line clearance tree trimming, plus a 15% contingency. It also authorized a settlement in the Crown Castle Fiber LLC litigation and introduced an ordinance to allow third-party film permit issuance. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $4,844,130 contract with West Coast Arborists for tree trimming (5-0)
• Approved $1,535,300/year IT services contract with Insight Public Sector (5-0)
• Approved $250,000 grant funding consultancy with Magellan Advisors (5-0)
• Adopted plans for RRFB Phase 2 project (5-0)
• Awarded $117,000 painting contract to Polychrome Construction (5-0)
• Authorized application for Transformative Climate Communities Grant (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Madvac LS125 electric vacuum sweeper (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to allow third-party film permit issuance (5-0)

Special Housing Authority

The Housing Authority is reviewing a proposed 100% affordable rental senior housing project. The agenda includes resolutions to approve an affordable housing agreement and ground lease for land located at 912-920 E. Broadway and 117 S. Belmont Street.

• Affordable Housing Agreement and Ground Lease with Harrower Village, L.P.
• Resolution of Appropriation to provide funding for the Harrower Village senior housing project
• Proposed 100% affordable rental senior housing at 912-920 E. Broadway and 117 S. Belmont Street

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority are considering the acceptance of federal grant funds. The items also include noting and filing the 2022 Homeless Count and Survey Report.

• Acceptance of $2,741,171 in HUD grant funds for the 2021 Continuum of Care (CoC) program
• Review of the City of Glendale’s 2022 Homeless Count and Survey Report
• Resolution of Appropriation for $2,741,171 in HUD grant funds

The City Council and Housing Authority approved acceptance of a $2,741,171 HUD grant for the 2021 Continuum of Care program and noted the 2022 Homeless Count and Survey Report. They also approved a resolution and appropriation for the Harrower Village affordable senior housing project, including a ground lease with Harrower Village, L.P. on Housing Authority-owned land. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved acceptance of $2,741,171 HUD grant for 2021 Continuum of Care (5-0)
• Noted and filed 2022 Homeless Count and Survey Report (5-0)
• Approved Housing Authority resolution for HUD grant acceptance (5-0)
• Noted and filed 2022 Homeless Count and Survey Report (Housing Authority) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-67 appropriating $2,741,171 HUD grant (5-0)
• Approved Resolution H-524 for Harrower Village affordable housing agreement and ground lease (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-68 appropriating funding for Harrower Village (7-0)

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a budget study session regarding the FY 2022-23 budget. The discussion focuses on several supporting departments including Finance, Human Resources, and Information Technology.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 5: Administrative Services (Finance, Human Resources, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, Information Technology, and City Treasurer)

The Glendale City Council convened a special meeting on May 19, 2022, for the fifth budget study session on the FY 2022-23 budget, focusing on supporting departments including Administrative Services, Finance, Human Resources, City Clerk, City Attorney, City Manager, Information Technology, and City Treasurer. Staff presented and public comment was received. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session; the council requested a report on forming a Charter Review Committee and a regular review of the City Manager and City Attorney.

• Requested staff report on Charter Review Committee (motion by Kassakhian, seconded by Brotman)
• Requested regular review of City Manager and City Attorney (motion by Brotman, seconded by Devine)

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will review several project updates and a potential sponsorship for the Brand 50 Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper. The meeting includes discussion items regarding the Artsakh Creative Program, the city-wide arts calendar website, and progress on the 2021-2022 Work Plan.

• Funding proposal for Brand 50 arts programming and a sponsorship not to exceed $2,500
• Review of City of Glendale Code of Conduct for Councilmembers and Board/Commission members
• Update on Art Happens Anywhere projects
• Update on LeBasse Projects
• Update on Mural Ordinance

The Arts and Culture Commission approved funding for Brand Associates' arts programming and sponsorship of the Brand 50 Annual National Juried Exhibition of Works on Paper, not to exceed $2,500 from the 2021-2022 Work Plan. The commission also noted and filed the City of Glendale Code of Conduct for Councilmembers and Members of Boards and Commissions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved funding for Brand Associates arts programming and Brand 50 exhibition sponsorship up to $2,500 (5-0)
• Noted and filed City of Glendale Code of Conduct (5-0)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a parking reduction permit for a new structure at South Brand Boulevard and a tentative tract map for a duplex on Manhattan Avenue. Additionally, a parcel map for 4th Avenue has been continued to the June meeting.

• Parking Reduction Permit for 901-919 S Brand Blvd to provide 450 parking stalls
• Tentative Tract Map for 2652 Manhattan Avenue to subdivide a duplex into two condominium units
• Continuation of Tentative Parcel Map for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to June 15, 2022

The Glendale Planning Commission approved Tentative Tract Map No. 83492 for a new two-unit condominium at 2652 Manhattan Avenue, subject to 26 conditions. The commission also continued a tentative parcel map case for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to June 15, 2022, and took a parking reduction appeal off the calendar due to late comments.

• Approved Tentative Tract Map No. 83492 for 2652 Manhattan Avenue (5-0)
• Continued Tentative Parcel Map Case PPM2113643 for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to June 15, 2022 (5-0)
• Took appeal of parking reduction permit PPRP 2004082 for 901-919 S. Brand Blvd. off calendar (5-0)
• Approved May 4, 2022 minutes as presented (4-0-1 abstention)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve class specifications and job bulletins for several city positions. The body will also review notifications for employee bargaining groups and hold a closed session regarding police officer discipline.

• Approval of class specification for Investigative Analyst
• Approval of class specifications and job bulletins for Director of Community Development and Fire Chief
• Approval of job bulletin for Police Captain
• Closed session hearing regarding Public Employee Discipline for a Police Officer

The Commission approved class specifications and job bulletins for Investigative Analyst, Director of Community Development, Fire Chief, and Police Captain, all unanimously. The Director of Community Development and Fire Chief specifications were approved with modifications to minimum requirements. Several items were postponed to future meetings, including the recruitment and examination report, eligible lists, and notification to employee bargaining groups.

• Approved class specification for Investigative Analyst (unanimous)
• Approved class specification and job bulletin for Director of Community Development with modifications (unanimous)
• Approved class specification and job bulletin for Fire Chief with modifications (unanimous)
• Approved job bulletin for Police Captain (unanimous)
• Postponed recruitment and examination report
• Postponed eligible lists establishment
• Postponed notification to employee bargaining groups
• Postponed past due employee performance evaluations report

Special City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a budget study session. This session focuses on public safety for the FY 2022-23 budget, specifically regarding the Fire and Police departments.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 4 – Public Safety: Fire and Police

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting on May 10, 2022, as a budget study session focused on public safety (Fire and Police). No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion and staff presentations. The meeting adjourned at 10:31 a.m.

• No formal decisions made; budget study session only

Special City Council

The City Council will consider two motions to commission public artwork for Artsakh Avenue. These items involve agreements with Forma Studio and Paul Cocksedge Studio to design, fabricate, and install sculptures.

• Commission of 'Tamit Gohar' sculpture by Forma Studio not to exceed $100,000
• Commission of 'Curtain' sculpture by Paul Cocksedge Studio not to exceed $550,000
• Funding for both projects to be dispersed from the Urban Art Fund

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved two agreements for public art on Artsakh Avenue. The first authorizes up to $100,000 from the Urban Art Fund for Forma Studio to create 'Tamit Gohar,' a ground-level sculpture. The second authorizes up to $550,000 from the Urban Art Fund for Paul Cocksedge Studio to create 'Curtain,' a gateway art piece. Both motions passed 5-0.

• Approved $100,000 agreement with Forma Studio for 'Tamit Gohar' sculpture (5-0)
• Approved $550,000 agreement with Paul Cocksedge Studio for 'Curtain' gateway art (5-0)

Special Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority are holding a special joint meeting, with the only substantive item being a closed session to discuss the price and terms for acquiring five properties. No other business is scheduled, and the meeting is expected to adjourn after the closed session.

• Closed session on real property negotiations for 811 E. Colorado St. (2B Inc.)
• Closed session on 332-346 W. Cerritos and 341 Mira Loma (Kefalonia Holdings, LLC)
• Closed session on 426 Piedmont Ave. (Berg Senior Services, LLC)
• Closed session on 707-725 E. Colorado St. (Christopher & Nicolette LLC)
• Closed session on 6530 San Fernando Rd. and 1009 Winchester Ave. (Stamos Family Trust)

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority met in a special joint session on May 10, 2022, primarily to hold a closed session to discuss real property acquisitions. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned by consensus at 8:05 p.m. without any public action.

• Held closed session on real property negotiations (no action taken)
• Adjourned meeting by consensus at 8:05 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including utility service authorizations and police building upgrades. The meeting also includes hearings regarding the designation of two residential properties as historic resources.

• Five-year service authorization with McAvoy & Markham Engineering & Sales Co. for electric meters not to exceed $3,000,000
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 SB1 Project List for road repairs
• Contract with Siemens Industry, Inc. for emergency power generator upgrades at the Police Building up to $276,874.00
• Standardization of Taser 7 devices for the Police Department via Axon Enterprise Inc.
• Historic resource designation hearings for 711 E. Mountain Street and 1420 Winchester Avenue

The Glendale City Council approved a five-year, $3 million service authorization with McAvoy & Markham for proprietary Itron electric meters, dispensing with competitive bidding. It also adopted the FY 2022-23 SB1 road project list, approved a $276,874 emergency generator transfer switch upgrade at the Police Building, and standardized on Axon Taser 7 devices. The council designated two homes as historic resources (Berg House at 711 E. Mountain St. and Bolaud House at 1420 Winchester Ave.) and authorized Mills Act contracts. All votes were unanimous (5-0) except the 1420 Winchester designation, which passed 4-1 with Mayor Kassakhian dissenting.

• Approved $3M five-year AMI meter contract with McAvoy & Markham (5-0)
• Adopted FY 2022-23 SB1 project list (5-0)
• Approved $276,874 generator transfer switch upgrade at Police Building (5-0)
• Adopted Taser 7 as police standard, waived bidding (5-0)
• Designated 711 E. Mountain St. as Berg House historic resource (5-0)
• Designated 1420 Winchester Ave. as Bolaud House historic resource (4-1)
• Approved Mills Act contracts for both historic properties

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee is holding a special meeting to approve a final report. The committee will also review the minutes from the April 11, 2022, special meeting.

• Review and Approval of Final Report

Commission on the Status of Women - Special Meeting

The Commission will receive a presentation from Dr. Ramella Markarian regarding Adventist Health Glendale’s Center for Behavioral Health & Recovery. Action items include providing direction on Ad Hoc Committees and state legislation.

• Presentation: Adventist Health Glendale’s Center for Behavioral Health & Recovery by Dr. Ramella Markarian
• Action Item: Update regarding Ad Hoc Committees to support the 2019-22 Strategic Plan
• Action Item: Legislative update regarding state legislation
• Information Report: Update on Fall 2021 season of Girls on the Run in Glendale

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hold elections for its Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The body will also receive updates on the Earth Day Pop-up Fair and the Transformative Climate Communities Grant.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Land Acknowledgement for Sustainability Commission
• Earth Day Pop-up Fair feedback
• Transformative Climate Communities Grant update

Special City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct the third FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session. This session focuses on infrastructure, specifically Public Works and Glendale Water and Power.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 3: Infrastructure (Public Works and Glendale Water and Power)

The Glendale City Council convened a special meeting on May 5, 2022, for the third budget study session focused on infrastructure, covering Public Works and Glendale Water and Power. Staff presented information and public comment was heard, but no formal decisions or votes were made during the session.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss and potentially recommend approval of a General Plan Amendment and Zoning Code Text Amendment. These changes involve clean-ups to the Downtown Specific Plan and regulations regarding setbacks and drive-throughs.

• General Plan Amendment for the Downtown Specific Plan (Case No. PGPA2205740)
• Zoning Code Text Amendment regarding setbacks and drive-throughs in the DSP (Case No. PZC2205401)

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt miscellaneous clean-up amendments to the Downtown Specific Plan (PGPA2205740) and zoning code text amendments regarding setbacks and drive-through regulations (PZC2205401). The recommendation was based on a finding that the changes are exempt from CEQA. The item is scheduled for City Council consideration on May 24, 2022.

• Recommended City Council adopt DSP amendments (PGPA2205740) (4-0)
• Recommended City Council adopt zoning text amendments for setbacks and drive-throughs (PZC2205401) (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 2, 2022 regular meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a multi-year contract for feeder reconstruction and the addition of eight full-time employees for Glendale Water and Power. The body will also consider historic resource designations for two residential properties and a lease for the Alex Theatre.

• Contract with Hot Line, Inc. for Feeder Reconstruction not to exceed $19,022,670 plus $1,902,267 contingency
• Lease agreement between the City and SAS Entertainment Partners, Inc. for the Alex Theatre at 216 North Brand Boulevard
• Addition of eight permanent full-time employees to the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic crew
• Historic resource designation and Mills Act contract request for 1639 Santa Barbara Avenue
• Historic resource designation and Mills Act contract request for 1559 Grandview Avenue

The Glendale City Council approved a settlement of $80,000 to resolve the lawsuit State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company v. City of Glendale, with no admission of liability. The council also approved a three-year contract with Hot Line Construction for feeder reconstruction, added eight permanent full-time employees to Glendale Water & Power's underground distribution crew, and designated two properties as historic resources. All votes were unanimous except for the historic designation at 1639 Santa Barbara Avenue, which passed 4-1 with Council Member Brotman dissenting.

• Approved $80,000 settlement in State Farm lawsuit (5-0)
• Approved $19,022,670 contract with Hot Line Construction for feeder reconstruction (5-0)
• Added 8 permanent full-time employees to GWP underground distribution crew (5-0)
• Designated 1639 Santa Barbara Ave as historic resource and authorized Mills Act contract (4-1)
• Designated 1559 Grandview Ave as historic resource and authorized Mills Act contract (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5988 approving Alex Theatre lease with SAS Entertainment Partners (5-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a regular meeting including a closed session and regular business. The agenda includes roll call, approval of previous minutes, and oral communications.

• Approval of April 5, 2022, and April 19, 2022, meeting minutes

The Glendale Housing Authority met on May 3, 2022, and approved the minutes from its April 5 and April 19, 2022 meetings as submitted. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 3:05 p.m.

• Approved minutes of April 5, 2022 and April 19, 2022 meetings as submitted

Special City Council

The City Council will receive an update regarding the former Rockhaven Sanitarium located at 2713 Honolulu Avenue. The body will consider a motion directing staff on preferred next steps for the preservation and reuse of this city-owned property.

• Update on the preservation and reuse of 2713 Honolulu Avenue (former Rockhaven Sanitarium)
• Motion regarding direction on preferred next steps for the Rockhaven Sanitarium property

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting on May 3, 2022, and took action on two items. They directed staff on preferred next steps for the preservation and reuse of the former Rockhaven Sanitarium at 2713 Honolulu Avenue, and they unanimously approved two resolutions accepting up to $150,000 in additional federal funding from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's 2019 State Homeland Security Grant Program.

• Directed staff on preferred next steps for Rockhaven Sanitarium preservation and reuse (motion by Agajanian, seconded by Devine)
• Approved Resolution 22-57 authorizing City Manager to execute amended agreement with County of Los Angeles for FY19 SHSGP grant funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-58 appropriating $150,000 for the grant program (5-0)

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting for a budget study session regarding the 2022-23 fiscal year. The discussion focuses on Quality of Life departments, including Community Services & Parks, Library, Arts & Culture, and Community Development.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 2 – Quality of Life: Community Services & Parks, Library, Arts & Culture, and Community Development

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting on May 3, 2022, as a budget study session for FY 2022-23, focusing on quality of life departments: Community Services & Parks, Library, Arts & Culture, and Community Development. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the session was informational, with staff presentations and public comments. Councilmember Brotman requested an analysis on strengthening and investing in the Arts and Culture division, seconded by Councilmember Devine.

• Held FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 2 on quality of life (no vote)
• Requested staff analysis on strengthening Arts and Culture division (moved by Brotman, seconded by Devine)

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission will provide a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Grayson Repowering Project. The body will also receive updates on electric reliability, legislation, and water supply.

• Recommendation to City Council on Grayson Repowering Project
• Electric Reliability Report Overview
• Water Supply Update
• Approval of January 31, 2022 Special Meeting Minutes

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January 27, 2022. The body will receive an Internal Audit Activity Report as of March 31, 2022, from Internal Audit Manager Jessie Zhang.

• Approval of January 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Internal Audit Activity Report as of 3/31/2022

The Audit Committee unanimously approved the minutes from its January 27, 2022 meeting. No action items were considered. The committee received informational reports on internal audit activity for the quarter ending March 31, 2022, including presentations on the Emergency Medical Services Revenue Recovery Audit, Express Risk Survey-Vendor Risk Assessment, Tennis Concession Agreements Audit, and PCI Compliance Audit. No substantive decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved minutes of January 27, 2022 meeting (4-0)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is meeting to discuss a proposal for 1766 Cielito Drive. The applicant proposes replacing a 1961 single-family home with a larger two-story residence.

• Proposal to demolish a 3,246 SF home at 1766 Cielito Drive
• Proposal to construct a 5,337 SF home with a subterranean 3-car garage at 1766 Cielito Drive
• Proposed addition of an outdoor deck and new swimming pool at 1766 Cielito Drive

The Glendale Design Review Board approved the revised minutes from its April 14, 2022 meeting, with one abstention. The only new business item, a case at 1766 Cielito Drive, was continued to May 26, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised April 14, 2022 minutes (3-0-1, Simonian abstained)
• Continued 1766 Cielito Drive case to May 26, 2022

Tenant / Landlord Ad Hoc Committee

The committee will discuss Glendale demographics and affordable housing programs. The meeting includes overviews of available tenant/landlord services and the Rental Rights Program.

• Glendale Demographics Overview
• Affordable Housing Programs Overview
• Tenant/Landlord Available Services
• Rental Rights Program Overview

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the city's finances. The session includes a third quarter update and a review of the proposed FY 2022-23 General Fund Budget.

• FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 1 – Third Quarter Update
• Proposed FY 2022-23 General Fund Budget

The Glendale City Council convened a special meeting on April 26, 2022, for a budget study session focused on the third quarter update and the proposed FY 2022-23 General Fund budget. Staff presentations were given by the City Manager, City Attorney, Deputy Director of Finance, and Director of Finance/IT, followed by one public comment. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting adjourned at 10:11 a.m.

• Held FY 2022-23 Budget Study Session 1 – Third Quarter Update and Proposed General Fund Budget (no vote)
• Adjourned at 10:11 a.m. (moved by Agajanian, seconded by Devine)

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Transportation and Parking Commission is meeting to receive presentations on two infrastructure projects and review informational reports. The body will discuss a streetcar feasibility study and the Local Roadway Safety Plan.

• Doran & Broadway/Brazil Street Grade Separation Project presentation
• Foothill Boulevard Active Transportation Program (ATP) presentation
• Local Roadway Safety Plan informational report
• Streetcar Feasibility Study Final Report

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review proposed exterior modifications to the Stanford House and consider a Glendale Register nomination for a property on Cavanagh Road. The body will also review findings for listing resources in the Glendale Register of Historic Resources.

• Review of proposed circular driveway, front walkway, and lampposts at 804 W. Kenneth Road (Stanford House, GR No. 91)
• Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application for 849 Cavanagh Road
• Review of GMC 15.20.050 regarding findings for listing resources in the Glendale Register of Historic Resources

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission approved with conditions a design review for 804 W. Kenneth Road (Stanford House, GR No. 91) to construct a circular driveway, front walkway, and lampposts. The commission also recommended that the City Council list 849 Cavanagh Road in the Glendale Register and authorize a Mills Act contract. Both actions passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved design review for 804 W. Kenneth Road with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended City Council list 849 Cavanagh Road in Glendale Register and authorize Mills Act contract (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to conduct regular business and review a proposal to subdivide residential lots. The primary new business item regarding a parcel map has been continued to May 18, 2022.

• Tentative Parcel Map PPM2113643 for 3810-3816 4th Avenue to subdivide two residential lots into three

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will conduct a regular meeting on April 19, 2022. The primary business item is the selection of a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Selection of a new Housing Authority Chair and Vice-Chair

The Glendale Housing Authority held a regular meeting on April 19, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive action was the election of new officers: Brotman was appointed Chair and Najarian was appointed Vice-Chair, both by unanimous vote. No other business items were discussed or decided.

• Brotman elected Chair of the Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Najarian elected Vice-Chair of the Housing Authority (unanimous)

Special City Council

The City Council will consider a management agreement and a 10-year lease ordinance for the Alex Theatre with SAS Entertainment Partners, Inc. The meeting also includes several motions to increase existing Public Works Department contracts for theatre maintenance.

• Management agreement with SAS Entertainment Partners, Inc.
• Introduction of 10-Year Lease Ordinance
• Resolution of Appropriation in the amount of $755,000
• Contract increase for Acco Engineered Systems to a new not-to-exceed amount of $1,321,160
• Contract increase for KONE to a new not-to-exceed amount of $969,583.68

City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session on a labor dispute, followed by public business. Key items include adopting an urgency ordinance for the police department's specialized equipment use policy, accepting a monument from Armenia's Consulate General, and approving several contracts and grants. The agenda also includes routine consent items and proclamations.

• Urgency ordinance approving Glendale Police Department's Specialized Equipment Use Policy
• Acceptance and installation of Armenian Genocide monument at Central Library, 222 E. Harvard St.
• Award of landscape maintenance contract to Parkwood Landscape Maintenance, Inc. for up to $3,629,802
• Acceptance of $138,788 Caltrans grant for electric bus charging infrastructure
• Amendments to Grayson Power Plant maintenance contracts totaling $600,000

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Commission will review a resolution to repeal existing fees and establish new ones for the Stone Barn Nature Center. This action includes a recommendation that the Glendale City Council incorporate these changes into the Comprehensive Citywide Fee Schedule effective May 18, 2022.

• Proposed adjusted and new fees for the Stone Barn Nature Center
• Approval of the minutes from the February 28, 2022, special meeting
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report (February and March 2022)
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report (January and February 2022)

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a proposal to enlarge an existing hotel project at 1633 Victory Boulevard. Other items include a new medical residential facility on North Glendale Ave and a single-family home construction on Old Phillips Road.

• 1633 Victory Boulevard: Proposal to increase hotel size from 64 to 84 guestrooms
• 520 and 534 North Glendale Ave: Construction of a new 90-room medical residential facility
• 924 Old Phillips Road: Demolition of existing dwelling to construct a new two-story home

The Glendale Design Review Board met on April 28, 2022, and approved the revised minutes from the April 14 meeting with a 3-0 vote (one abstention). The only new business item, a design review case for 1766 Cielito Drive, was continued to the May 26 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised April 14, 2022 minutes (3-0, Simonian abstained)
• Continued 1766 Cielito Drive case to May 26, 2022

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will consider several employment-related items including job bulletins and a class specification. The meeting also includes a review of the March 9, 2022, minutes.

• Approval of Integrated Waste Collection Series class specification
• Approval of Fire Engineer job bulletin
• Approval of Firefighter Recruit (Paramedic) - Promotional job bulletin

The Glendale Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a class specification for the Integrated Waste Collection Series and job bulletins for Fire Engineer and Firefighter Recruit (Paramedic) Promotional. The meeting also included a report on recruitment and examinations, and staff updates on pending reports. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved class specification for Integrated Waste Collection Series (unanimous)
• Approved job bulletin for Fire Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved job bulletin for Firefighter Recruit (Paramedic) - Promotional (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a new police equipment policy and the installation of an Armenian Genocide monument. The agenda also includes contract amendments for transportation studies and various public works projects.

• Amendment to Crandall Arambula agreement for West Glendale Sustainable Transportation and Land Use Study increasing total by $102,000 to $676,320
• Urgency Ordinance regarding Police Department Specialized Equipment Use Policy
• Acceptance of an Armenian Genocide monument at the Central Library, 222 E. Harvard St.
• Adoption of plans for Maintenance District 6 Pavement Rehabilitation Phase I Project
• Adoption of plans for the Broadway Rehabilitation Project

The Glendale City Council approved a $50,000 settlement to resolve the lawsuit Mikayel Badalyan v. City of Glendale, in exchange for a full release of claims. The council also approved several consent items, including amendments to a transportation study contract, dedication of public streets and alleys, and adoption of plans for pavement and Broadway rehabilitation projects. An urgency ordinance on police equipment use was pulled from the agenda, and a motion to approve an Armenian Genocide monument was made but no vote is recorded.

• Approved $50,000 settlement in Badalyan v. City of Glendale (5-0)
• Approved $102,000 amendment to Crandall Arambula contract for West Glendale study (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-46 dedicating Central Park portion for street/alley (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-61 dedicating Alley 58 portion for street/alley (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-47 for Maintenance District 6 Pavement Rehabilitation Phase I (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-48 for Broadway Rehabilitation Project (5-0)
• Authorized RFP for underground storage tank removal at Ginger Bremberg Yard (5-0)
• Pulled urgency ordinance on police equipment use from agenda

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee - Special Meeting

The Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee will meet to discuss and take a tentative vote on recommendations to be sent to the City Council. The committee will also review minutes from the April 4, 2022 meeting.

• Tentative vote on potential recommendations to City Council
• Approval of April 4, 2022 meeting minutes

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting - Glenoaks Median Sculpture

The Arts and Culture Commission is reviewing design concept proposals for a groundlevel sculpture on the Glenoaks Blvd. median. The body will consider recommending that City Council authorize an agreement to design, fabricate, and install the artwork.

• Proposal for Glenoaks Blvd. Median Groundlevel Sculpture with a budget not to exceed $100,000 from the Urban Art Program Fund

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission is meeting to establish a committee to screen and select student non-voting members. The body will also receive updates on the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan, Reach Code, and Earth Day planning.

• Selection of two voting members for an ad hoc Student Member Selection Committee
• Application period for student members closing June 17, 2022
• Community Development policy presentation
• Climate Action & Adaptation Plan update
• Reach Code update

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding the Section 8 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The body is scheduled to consider a resolution to adopt and authorize the submission of this plan.

• Public Hearing and Approval of the Section 8 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan FY 2022-2023
• Resolution Adopting and Authorizing the Submission of the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023

The Glendale Housing Authority held a public hearing and approved Resolution H-523, adopting and authorizing submission of the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The vote was unanimous with all members present voting yes; one member was absent. The meeting also included approval of prior meeting minutes and a report from the chair about attending a Housing Summit.

• Approved Resolution H-523 adopting FY 2022-2023 PHA Annual Plan (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from Feb 15, Mar 1, and Mar 8, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider selecting a location for a new dog park and approving design services. The agenda also includes a motion regarding public/private partnerships for automated license plate recognition technology.

• Selection of City Parking Lot 11 as the location for a Dog Park
• $350,000 appropriation from the Parks Mitigation Fee fund for dog park design
• Authorization for Glendale Police Department to establish public/private partnerships for ALPR technology installation
• Renewal of a Weed Abatement Services Agreement with the County of Los Angeles Agricultural Commissioner

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Commission will review updates on clean energy and electric reliability. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from February and March 2022.

• Clean Energy Update
• Electric Reliability Report
• Approval of February 07, 2022 Meeting Minutes
• Approval of March 07, 2022 Meeting Minutes

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee - Regular Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss potential recommendations to be sent to the City Council. The session includes the approval of minutes from the March 7, 2022 meeting and the review of submissions from Ms. Wolfson, Mr. Bain, and Mr. Molano.

• Discussion of potential recommendations to Council
• Approval of March 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Review of submissions from Ms. Wolfson, Mr. Bain, and Mr. Molano

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting - The Aspire Group

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the Cultural Equity and Inclusion Plan by The Aspire Group. This item is listed under discussion items for the session.

• Discussion of Cultural Equity and Inclusion Plan – The Aspire Group

Design Review Board

The March 24, 2022, meeting was scheduled to discuss a hotel modification at 1633 Victory Boulevard. However, all agenda items were continued to the April 14, 2022, meeting because the board lacked a quorum.

• Proposed modification to 1633 Victory Boulevard to increase a 64-room hotel to 84 rooms

Tenant/Landlord Ad Hoc Committee

The committee is meeting to establish procedures and review its operational framework. The agenda focuses on staff introductions, Brown Act discussions, and a review of the committee's work plan.

• Introductions of Staff and Ad-Hoc Committee Members
• Brown Act Discussion
• Review of Work Plan
• Report on 'How Did We Get Here?'

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and potentially approve a preferred schematic design option for the Central Park Block Project. The meeting is closed to in-person public attendance due to COVID-19, with participation via phone or online.

• Motion to approve a preferred schematic design option for the Central Park Block Project
• Public comments accepted by phone at (818) 937-8100

City Council

The City Council is considering several policy changes, including expanding single-use plastic prohibitions and hiring a consultant for all-electric building designs. The agenda also includes a contract amendment for recycling center operations and updates to noise control ordinances.

• Expansion of single-use plastic and polystyrene prohibitions
• $50,000 appropriation to hire a consultant for all-electric and solar building codes
• $1,555,200 increase to the Allan Company recycling center contract
• $15,000 contract amendment for Glendale Police Department Crime Lab improvements
• Public hearing for the 2022 Annual Weed Abatement Program

The Glendale City Council voted unanimously to initiate code revisions to the noise control ordinance (GMC 8.36) and General Plan Noise Element regarding amplified sound equipment. It also directed staff to prepare an ordinance to regulate single-use plastics, including food service ware and polystyrene products. The council approved a $50,000 appropriation to hire a consultant for a reach code requiring all-electric design and rooftop solar for new construction. A resolution in support of reproductive freedom was pulled from the agenda.

• Initiated code revisions to noise ordinance and General Plan Noise Element (5-0)
• Directed staff to prepare single-use plastics regulation ordinance (5-0)
• Approved $50,000 for consultant to prepare reach code for all-electric and solar requirements (5-0)
• Approved $15,000 contract amendment for police crime lab low voltage cabling (5-0)
• Approved $1,555,200 recycling center contract amendment with Allan Company (5-0)
• Approved 2022 Annual Weed Abatement Program abatement order (5-0)
• Adopted resolutions for power line tree trimming and crane rental specifications (5-0)
• Pulled resolution in support of reproductive freedom from agenda

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will consider a recommendation to the City Council regarding an Armenian Genocide remembrance monument at the Central Library. Members will also nominate a commissioner to the Artist Review & Selection Committee for the Creative Crosswalks RFP and review progress on various city-wide arts projects.

• Nomination of one Commissioner to the Artist Review & Selection Committee for the Creative Crosswalks RFP
• Proposed Armenian Genocide remembrance monument at Central Library - 222 E. Harvard St.
• Cultural Equity and Inclusion Plan – Assessment Report by The Aspire Group
• Updates on Art Happens Anywhere, LeBasse Projects, Mural Ordinance, and Storefront Art Program

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to consider Glendale Register nominations and Mills Act applications for two specific addresses. These designations are used to protect historic resources.

• Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application for 711 E. Mountain Street
• Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application for 1420 Winchester Avenue

The Historic Preservation Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council designate 711 E. Mountain Street (Echols House) as a historic resource and authorize a Mills Act tax reduction contract. For 1420 Winchester Avenue (Bolen House), the commission voted 3-2 to recommend only the historic register designation, after the owners withdrew their Mills Act application. The commission also deferred approval of prior meeting minutes to April 21, 2022, and received updates on planning surveys.

• Recommended Echols House for Glendale Register and Mills Act contract (5-0)
• Recommended Bolen House for Glendale Register only, Mills Act withdrawn (3-2)
• Deferred approval of November 18, 2021 and January 20, 2022 minutes to April 21, 2022

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is reviewing a request for a standards variance regarding two retaining walls. The project involves replacing walls located along the interior property line between 2300 Gardner Place and 2303 Pennerton Drive.

• Variance for retaining walls at 2300 Gardner Place and 2303 Pennerton Drive
• Replacement of one wall approximately 88 feet long by 9 feet high
• Replacement of one wall approximately 37 feet long by 6 feet high

The Planning Hearing Officer heard a request for a standards variance to replace two retaining walls at 2300 Gardner Place and 2303 Pennerton Drive. No public comments were made, and the case was taken under submission for a decision at a later date. No final decision was made at this meeting.

• Took under submission variance case for retaining walls at 2300 Gardner Place and 2303 Pennerton Drive

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Executive Committee - Special Meeting

The committee is conducting a review of pension matters. The agenda includes discussions regarding the preparation of a report to City Council, preliminary conclusions, and an established timeline.

• Approval of minutes from the December 13, 2021 Executive Committee Meeting
• Preparation of Report to Council
• Discussion of Preliminary Conclusions
• Discussion of Timeline

Arts and Culture Commission Special Meeting

The Commission will review a motion regarding the City-Wide Public Art Landmarks RFQ. The action involves authorizing an agreement for a groundlevel sculpture on Artsakh Ave.

• Motion to authorize artwork commission for Artsakh Ave. Groundlevel Sculpture not to exceed $100,000 from the Urban Art Program Fund

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve a job bulletin for the position of Police Lieutenant. The body will also review and discuss respiratory regulations for the Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic and Supervisor II series.

• Approval of job bulletin for Police Lieutenant
• Discussion on respiratory regulations for Underground Distribution Construction Mechanic Series (UDCM) and Underground Distribution Construction Supervisor II (UDCS II)

The Civil Service Commission approved an amended job bulletin for Police Lieutenant, removing the high school diploma and GED language after Commissioner Abkarian requested the change since a higher educational requirement is listed. The vote was unanimous. The commission also reviewed recruitment reports, eligible lists, and discussed respiratory regulations for underground construction positions, but took no action on those items.

• Approved amended Police Lieutenant job bulletin with high school diploma/GED language removed (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 9, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a new monument at Central Park and updates to the City Clerk's office structure. The agenda also includes a resolution for remote meetings and an ordinance to lower posted speed limits on nine roadway segments.

• Installation of a Filipino American Friendship Monument adjacent to the Adult Recreation Center at Central Park
• Ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code 10.24.020 to lower speed limits on nine roadway segments
• Resolution for the Fire Department's 2022 Annual Weed Abatement Program
• Resolution adopting specifications for the Corporation Yard Exterior Painting Project
• Resolution authorizing continued remote teleconference meetings for 30 days

The Glendale City Council approved a $465,000 settlement to resolve the lawsuit Akop Oganesyan v. City of Glendale, with the city to be reimbursed by its insurance carrier for amounts above its self-insured retention. The council also approved several consent items, including a weed abatement program, specifications for a Corporation Yard painting project, and a resolution to continue remote meetings under the Brown Act. An ordinance lowering speed limits on nine roadway segments was adopted, and a motion to install a Filipino American Friendship Monument at Central Park was approved.

• Approved $465,000 settlement in Oganesyan v. City of Glendale (4-0, Kassakhian abstained)
• Adopted Ordinance 5986 lowering speed limits on nine roadway segments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-36 for annual weed abatement program (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-37 adopting specs for Corporation Yard Exterior Painting Project (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-38 to continue remote teleconference meetings for 30 days (5-0)
• Authorized installation of Filipino American Friendship Monument at Central Park (5-0)

Special Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The Joint City Council and Housing Authority will meet in closed session to provide instructions to real property negotiators. The discussion concerns the price and terms for acquiring three specific properties.

• Acquisition negotiations for 120-132 N. Glendale Ave. with Glendale Investments LLC / Murray S Pepper
• Acquisition negotiations for 332-346 W. Cerritos and 341 Mira Loma with Kefalonia Holdings, LLC
• Acquisition negotiations for 426 Piedmont Avenue with Berg Senior Services, LLC

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority met in a special joint session and immediately recessed into closed session to discuss real property negotiations for three properties. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned without any public action.

• Recessed to closed session to discuss property acquisition negotiations (no action taken)
• Adjourned at 6:10 p.m. without public decisions

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee - Regular Meeting

The Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee is meeting to discuss pension-related presentations. The session includes a report from Rick Cole regarding the Santa Monica Pension Advisory Committee.

• Presentation from Rick Cole regarding the Santa Monica Pension Advisory Committee
• Discussion of presentations from the February 22, 2022 Regular Meeting
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022 Regular Meeting

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Commission will meet via teleconference to conduct internal elections for its leadership positions. The meeting also includes a customer service update and a period for public communication on non-agenda items.

• Election of GWP Commission President and Secretary

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee is meeting to consider pre-designating funds for the Fremont Park Renovation Project. The committee will also discuss funding recommendations and conduct interviews for FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Projects.

• Pre-designation of $800,000 in CDBG entitlement funds for the Fremont Park Renovation Project ($400,000 in FY 2022-2023 and $400,000 in FY 2023-2024)
• Approval of a CDBG Contingency Funding Plan
• Funding recommendations for FY 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Projects via applicant interviews

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee is meeting to deliberate and make funding recommendations for FY 2022-2023 Public Social Services. The committee will also consider a contingency funding plan and the reprogramming of returned funds.

• Reprogramming of $10,299 in returned FY 2021-2022 funds from the Children’s Burn Foundation LA Troupe Fire/Burn Prevention Education for Elementary School Children Program
• Funding recommendations for FY 2022-2023 Public Social Services based on applicant interviews
• Approval of a CDBG Contingency Funding Plan for Public Social Services
• Review of financial ratios for FY 2022-2023 Public Social Services funding applicants
• Update on 2020 CDBG Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will consider a motion recommending that the City Council direct staff to prepare an ordinance regarding various plastic food service items. The meeting also includes updates on Earth Day 2022 and the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

• Motion to expand single-use plastic prohibition to include polystyrene food service ware, coolers, and packaging trays
• Earth Day 2022 Work Plan Update Report
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update

Special City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution establishing the Public Monument & Memorial Plaque Policy. Additionally, the council will review motions to commission two public art pieces for Artsakh Ave.

• Resolution Establishing the Public Monument & Memorial Plaque Policy
• $500,000 not to exceed amount for 'Bountiful' artwork by Matthew Mazzotta Studio
• $550,000 not to exceed amount for 'Curtain' artwork by Paul Cocksedge Studio

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved a resolution establishing a Public Monument & Memorial Plaque Policy, authorized agreements for two public art pieces on Artsakh Ave. totaling $1.05 million, set a citywide tree canopy goal of 25%, and amended a tree services contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. by $250,000 to $7,306,000 using Measure S funds. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 22-30 establishing Public Monument & Memorial Plaque Policy (5-0)
• Authorized $500,000 agreement with Matthew Mazzotta Studio for 'Bountiful' public art (5-0)
• Authorized $550,000 agreement with Paul Cocksedge Studio for 'Curtain' public art (5-0)
• Set citywide tree canopy goal at 25% (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-35 amending tree services contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. to $7,306,000 (5-0)

Joint City Council and Housing Authority

The City Council and Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding the California Municipal Finance Authority. The meeting concerns a proposed issuance of approximately $20 million in tax-exempt revenue bonds to support The Gardens Low-Income Senior Affordable Housing Apartments owned by HumanGood.

• Public Hearing: Proposed $20 million tax-exempt revenue bond issuance for The Gardens low-income senior affordable housing apartments
• Resolution: Approval of bond obligations in support of HumanGood via the California Municipal Finance Authority

Glendale Housing Authority

The provided document contains procedural information and a meeting schedule but does not list any specific topics for discussion or action. The agenda includes standard items such as roll call, closed session, and oral communications.

The Glendale Housing Authority met on March 1, 2022, and took no substantive votes or decisions. The only action was an announcement by Assistant Director Peter Zovak that the waitlist is now open for the Gardens Affordable Senior Housing. The meeting adjourned at 2:09 p.m.

• Opened waitlist for Gardens Affordable Senior Housing (announced)

City Council

The City Council will consider direction for the 2022 fireworks shows and a citywide tree canopy goal. Additional items include amending the municipal code regarding speed limits and discussing the Grayson Repowering Project.

• Direction on sponsorship of the 2022 Crescenta Valley Fireworks Show
• Appropriation of $15,000 for the 2022 Jewel City Sparkles Fireworks Show
• Motion to set a citywide tree canopy goal at 25%
• Contract amendment for West Coast Arborists Inc. increasing amount by $250,000 to $7,306,000
• Ordinance to lower posted speed limits on nine roadway segments

The Glendale City Council approved funding for two 2022 fireworks shows, shifting $5,000 in Measure S funds from the Montrose Christmas Parade to the CV Fireworks Show and appropriating $15,000 for the Jewel City Sparkles show. It also introduced an ordinance to lower speed limits on nine roadway segments. The council directed staff on the Grayson Repowering Project, amending a prior resolution to phase in Alternative 7. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved motion to sponsor 2022 CV Fireworks Show (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-31 shifting $5,000 in Measure S funds to CV Fireworks Show (5-0)
• Approved motion for 2022 Jewel City Sparkles Fireworks Show (5-0)
• Approved Resolution appropriating $15,000 for Jewel City Sparkles show (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to lower speed limits on nine roadway segments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-34 amending Resolution 22-29 for Grayson Repowering phasing (5-0)

Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission Special Meeting

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission is meeting to discuss a location for a new dog park. The body will consider a motion to recommend a site to the City Council and request a design consultant for cost estimates and design alternatives.

• Motion recommending a location for a new dog park to City Council
• Request for City Council to hire a design consultant for dog park alternatives and cost estimates
• Approval of January 24, 2022 special meeting minutes

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Transportation and Parking Commission is meeting to discuss the allocation of Measure M MCCS Subregional Funds. The primary action item involves funding for a specific street rehabilitation project.

• Recommendation to allocate $1,876,827 for the Honolulu Avenue Rehabilitation Project

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider new business involving a mixed-use residential project on North Verdugo Road and a new restaurant with a drive-thru. One previously scheduled item regarding a single-family dwelling on Cielito Drive has been taken off the calendar.

• 3450 N. Verdugo Road: Proposed 3-story, 25,141 SF mixed-use project with 22 residential units and office/retail space
• 216-222 S. Glendale Avenue and 611 Orange Grove Avenue: Proposed 1,528 SF counter service restaurant with a drive-thru
• 1766 Cielito Drive: Project taken off calendar and will be renoticed once rescheduled

The Glendale Design Review Board approved with conditions a new 3-story, 25,141-square-foot mixed-use building at 3450 N. Verdugo Road, including 22 residential units (4 affordable) and ground-floor retail/office. The board also returned for redesign a proposed Starbucks drive-thru at 216-222 S. Glendale Avenue and 611 Orange Grove Avenue, requiring removal of the drive-through and design changes. Minutes from February 10, 2022, were approved, and Welch was elected Chair Pro Tem.

• Approved mixed-use project at 3450 N. Verdugo Road with conditions (3-0, 2 absent)
• Returned for redesign Starbucks drive-thru at 216-222 S. Glendale Ave and 611 Orange Grove Ave (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes from February 10, 2022 (3-0)
• Elected Welch as Chair Pro Tem (unanimous)

Blue Ribbon Pension Review Committee - Special Meeting

The committee will receive presentations regarding forensic audits of the pension fund, strategies to reduce pension costs, and pension obligation bonds. The body will also review PARS 115 Trust Fund Policies and a report from the City Attorney regarding alleged Brown Act violations.

• Presentation from Ted Siedle on Forensic Audits of Pension Fund
• Presentation from Marcia Fritz on Strategies to Reduce Pension Costs
• Presentation from Suzanne Harrell on Pension Obligation Bonds
• Report on PARS 115 Trust Fund Policies
• City Attorney report regarding alleged Brown Act violations

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to review the design of a mural at 733 Salem St. and consider a new work plan. The body will also receive progress updates on city-wide arts projects.

• Public hearing and design review of the "Kobe Bryant" mural at 733 Salem St.
• Approval of 2022-2023 Work Plan programs and projects not to exceed $1,660,500 from the Urban Art Fund
• Progress updates on Art Happens Anywhere, LeBasse Projects, Mural Ordinance, and The Aspire Group

The Arts and Culture Commission approved the design review for the Kobe Bryant mural at 733 Salem St. with conditions, and approved the 2022-2023 Work Plan with up to $1,660,500 from the Urban Art Fund, recommending City Council approval. Both motions passed unanimously with three votes (Commissioners Vidor, Viar, Yank). The commission also approved minutes from three prior meetings and received updates on various arts programs.

• Approved design review of Kobe Bryant mural at 733 Salem St. with conditions (3-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Work Plan with up to $1,660,500 from Urban Art Fund (3-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 13, 2022 Special Meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 20, 2022 Regular Meeting (3-0)
• Approved minutes of Jan 28, 2022 Special Meeting (3-0)

Special City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement to update the city's bicycle transportation plan. This includes authorizing a professional service agreement with Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, Inc.

• Contract award to Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, Inc. for the Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan update
• $75,977 appropriation from the Unassigned General Fund Balance to the Community Development Department

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, Inc. to update the Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan, and appropriated $75,977 from the Unassigned General Fund Balance to fund the update. The motion and resolution both passed 5-0.

• Approved contract with Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, Inc. to update Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan (5-0)
• Appropriated $75,977 from Unassigned General Fund Balance for the plan update (5-0)

Glendale Housing Authority

The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call and the approval of minutes from January 25 and February 1, 2022. No specific business or project actions are listed in the provided document.

• Approval of minutes from January 25, 2022, and February 1, 2022

The Glendale Housing Authority held a regular meeting on February 15, 2022, with all members present. The only substantive action was the approval of the minutes from the January 25 and February 1, 2022 meetings, moved by Agajanian and seconded by Parazian. No other decisions were made; the meeting adjourned at 3:06 p.m.

• Approved minutes of January 25 and February 1, 2022 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including environmental reports for the Grayson Repowering Project and a grant application for Brand Park. The meeting also includes discussions on organic waste reduction compliance and financial status updates.

• Certification of the 2022 Final Environmental Impact Report for the Grayson Repowering Project
• Approval of Alternative 7 (Tesla/ Wartsila Repowering) and Alternative 8 (Tesla/ Unit 8A/8BC Refurbishment) for the Grayson project
• Acceptance of $254,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funding for Elderly Nutrition Program services
• Grant application for three new trails at Brand Park via the Recreational Trails Program
• Resolution for landscape maintenance contract specifications for general government facilities

The City Council certified the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Grayson Repowering Project and approved the selection of Alternative 7 (Tesla/Wartsila Repowering), adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations and a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan. The vote was 3-2, with Brotman and Kassakhian dissenting. A motion to consider amending Alternative 7 with restrictions was directed to staff. The Council also approved several other items, including a landscape maintenance contract, a grant application for new trails at Brand Park, and acceptance of $254,000 in state funding for elderly nutrition programs.

• Approved Resolution 22-28 certifying the 2022 Final Environmental Impact Report for the Grayson Repowering Project (3-2).
• Approved Resolution 22-29 selecting Alternative 7 (Tesla/Wartsila Repowering) and adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Plan (3-2).
• Directed staff to bring back an item to consider amending Alternative 7 with restrictions (motion by Najarian, seconded by Brotman).
• Approved Resolution 22-24 adopting Specification No. 3909 for landscape maintenance of general government facilities and authorizing advertising for bids.
• Approved Resolution 22-25 approving submission of a Recreational Trails Program Grant application for three new trails at Brand Park.
• Approved Resolution 22-26 authorizing submission of a Notification of Intent to Comply with SB 1383 organic waste reduction requirements.
• Noted and filed the Financial Status Report for the period ending December 31, 2021.
• Accepted $254,000 in California Department of Aging ARP Act funding for elderly nutrition programs and authorized executing Amendment Seven to the WDACS contract.