Glendale public meetings in 2024

Special City Council

The City Council is meeting with Senator Sasha Renee Perez, Assemblymember Nick Schultz, and Assemblymember Jessica Caloza. The session includes discussions on funding needs and policy collaboration, followed by tours of city facilities.

• Discussion of funding for open space, park development, and affordable housing
• Discussion of public and traffic safety technology
• Discussion of facility rehabilitation for Rockhaven and the Civic Auditorium
• Tour of Citrus Crossing Affordable Housing Project at 900 E. Broadway
• Tour of Police Department’s Real Time Intelligence Center at 131 N. Isabel Street

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting on December 19, 2024, to welcome state legislators and provide an overview of the city's highlights, challenges, and funding needs. No formal decisions or votes were made; the meeting was informational and included tours of city facilities. The meeting adjourned at 11:35 a.m.

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will consider rescinding a previous motion to authorize a $30,000 public art project for Palmer Park and appoint a member to the Arts and Culture Grant Program Committee. The meeting will also include a presentation on library events and a progress update on the 2024-2025 work plan.

• Rescind motion for Palmer Park Basketball Court Mural ($30,000)
• Appoint member to Arts and Culture Grant Program Committee
• Review minutes from November and December meetings
• Presentation on Library, Arts & Culture Events
• Update on 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games programming

The Arts and Culture Commission voted to rescind its September 19, 2024 motion recommending City Council approval of a $30,000 public art mural for the Palmer Park basketball court. The motion passed 2-1 with one abstention and one absence. The commission also appointed Vice Chair Yank to a one-year term on the Arts and Culture Grant Program Committee.

• Rescinded motion recommending $30,000 Palmer Park basketball court mural (2-1, 1 abstention)
• Appointed Vice Chair Yank to Arts and Culture Grant Program Committee (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved minutes of November 21, 2024 meeting with changes (3-0, 1 abstention, 1 absence)
• Approved minutes of December 12, 2024 special meeting (3-0, 1 abstention, 1 absence)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will review Item 1, a standards variance request for the Hotel Indigo project at 515‑523 North Central Avenue. The applicant seeks to increase the floor area ratio from 3.00 to 3.1, raising total floor area from 69,928 to 72,507 square feet on the 23,309.43‑square‑foot site. The project is exempt from CEQA review under the Class 32 “Infill Development Projects” exemption. No other agenda items are listed.

• Standards variance to increase FAR to 3.1 for Hotel Indigo (515‑523 N. Central Ave)
• Increase total floor area to 72,507 sq ft (up from 69,928 sq ft)
• Project located on Lots 7, 8, 9, Tract No. 253 (APNs 5637‑003‑051, 5637‑003‑053)
• CEQA exemption classified as Class 32 Infill Development

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider a series of consent and regular items, including contracts for fire communications software, water and power dewatering services, and several grant and fund acceptances. A key decision is the motion to adopt Police Department Project 300, which would add 52 sworn personnel and related equipment. The council will also vote on a wireless communications lease at 1880 Loma Vista Drive and approve financial reports for FY 2023‑24 and FY 2024‑25.

• Motion to adopt Police Department Project 300 adding 52 sworn personnel and equipment
• Motion to amend CentralSquare Technologies contract up to $394,890 with $56,754 contingency for fire dispatch system expansion
• Three‑year contract with Ancon Marine for vault dewatering and hazardous waste disposal up to $283,851
• Acceptance of $9,100 DOJ Justice Assistance Grant for the Fire Department
• Ordinance authorizing lease for wireless communications facility at 1880 Loma Vista Drive

The Glendale City Council approved Police Department Project 300, adding 52 sworn personnel and corresponding fleet and equipment, with a resolution of appropriation and a motion to increase the citywide authorized salaried position count by 23 sworn positions for Phase 1. The council also approved several consent items, including contracts for 911 dispatch software expansion, vault dewatering services, and acceptance of various grants. Additionally, the council adopted Ordinance 6036 for a wireless lease, approved a $1.9 million sewer CCTV assessment contract, and adjusted the Glendale Care Program discount rate from $23.50 to $35.00 per month. Several items were moved to the January 14, 2025 meeting, including staffing for councilmembers and classification/compensation resolutions.

• Approved Police Department Project 300 adding 52 sworn personnel (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-203 of Appropriation for Project 300 (5-0)
• Approved motion to increase citywide authorized salaried position count by 23 sworn positions for Phase 1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-206 awarding $1,945,813 contract to Downstream Services Inc. for sewer CCTV assessment (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-204 adjusting Glendale Care Program discount rate to $35/month (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-205 appropriating $800,000 for Glendale Care discount increase (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 6036 for wireless lease at 1880 Loma Vista Drive (5-0)
• Approved settlement of Khatchaturian v. City of Glendale for $65,000 (4-0, Mayor Asatryan absent)

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority meeting on Dec 17 2024 will approve the minutes from the Dec 3 2024 meeting and consider a public hearing on a proposed Section 8 Administrative Plan Policy Supplement that would become effective on Jan 1 2025. The board will also conduct a closed session and allow limited oral communications from the public. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the Dec 3 2024 meeting
• Adoption of the Section 8 Administrative Plan Policy Supplement (effective Jan 1 2025) following a public hearing
• Closed session
• Oral communications – public speakers limited to 5 minutes, no decision
• Roll call

The Glendale Housing Authority approved Resolution H-539, adopting the Section 8 Administrative Plan Policy Supplement effective January 1, 2025. The vote was unanimous (6-0) with one member absent. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and teleconference attendance for two members.

• Approved Resolution H-539 adopting Section 8 Administrative Plan Policy Supplement (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 3, 2024 meeting (6-0)
• Approved teleconference attendance for Mayor Asatryan and Councilmember Najarian (6-0)

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority are holding a joint meeting to consider one item of business. The body will discuss a request to note and file an annual report regarding housing assets.

• Note and file the FY 2023-24 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority held a joint meeting on December 17, 2024, and approved a motion to note and file the FY 2023-24 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report, as required by California Health & Safety Code 34176.1(f). The motion passed unanimously with all present members voting in favor. The meeting was procedural, with no other substantive decisions made.

• Approved motion to note and file FY 2023-24 LMIHAF Annual Report (5-0)
• Approved teleconference attendance for Mayor Asatryan and Councilmember Najarian (5-0)

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission will vote on two motions to recommend City Council approve community‑preferred designs for the Adams Square Mini Park and Mayor's Bicentennial Park playground replacements. It will also consider feedback on Fremont Park column tile artwork, a request for proposals to operate tennis courts at Glorietta and Fremont Parks, and routine items such as officer selections and meeting rescheduling.

• Recommend City Council approve Kompan "Custom Truck" design for Adams Square Mini Park playground replacement
• Recommend City Council approve Kompan "Custom Owl" design for Mayor's Bicentennial Park playground replacement
• Provide feedback on Fremont Park Columns Tile Artwork and recommend council approval of the public art
• Review and provide feedback on Request for Proposals for tennis operations at Glorietta and Fremont Parks
• Select Commission President and Secretary for the term December 2024‑December 2025

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will meet to discuss arts and culture programming related to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The meeting is scheduled for December 12, 2024, at 10:00 AM at the Glendale Central Library.

• Discussion of 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games – Arts and Culture Programming
• Next regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024

Design Review Board

The board will review four development proposals: a large 858‑unit, 858,000 SF multi‑family project at 601 North Brand Boulevard; a new single‑family home with pool at 652 Robin Glen Drive; a replacement single‑family home at 1317 Thompson Avenue; and a 33‑unit, four‑story multi‑family project at 417‑419 Irving Avenue. Each item includes demolition of existing structures and construction of new housing, with environmental determinations noted.

• 601 North Brand Blvd – advisory review of 858‑unit, 858,000 SF multi‑family development (two 380‑ft towers, 942 parking spaces).
• 652 Robin Glen Dr – final review of new 9,756 SF single‑family residence with pool, garage and retaining walls.
• 1317 Thompson Ave – review of demolition and replacement of a 1,616 SF home with a new 2,355 SF two‑story residence.
• 417‑419 Irving Ave – review of 33‑unit, four‑story multi‑family project with 49 parking spaces and 8 affordable units.

Charter Review Committee

The Charter Review Committee will discuss potential changes to the city charter, including where City Council meetings are held, removal of obsolete officer positions, and clarification of rules on councilmembers holding other offices. The committee will also consider its own scope, timeline, and the selection of a chair. No formal decisions are indicated; items are for discussion and review.

• Review of charter language on location of City Council meetings
• Review of charter language to remove obsolete officer/employee positions
• Cleanup of Article VI, Section 12 regarding councilmembers holding other offices during term and two years after leaving office
• Discussion of committee scope and timeline
• Discussion of selection of a chair for the committee

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider a presentation on Glendale Water & Power ratemaking methodology. It will vote on Amendment No. 1 to the city’s three‑year purchasing contract with Badger Meter, Inc., increasing the contract to a $700,000 not‑to‑exceed amount. The council will also adopt specifications for citywide pool and splash‑pad maintenance and approve a $15,000 increase to the Sea Clear Pools contract to ensure uninterrupted service.

• Amendment No. 1 to Contract 8001599 with Badger Meter, Inc.: increase by $550,000 to a $700,000 NTE amount and extend term three years
• Resolution adopting Specification No. 4005 for citywide pools and splash‑pad maintenance services
• Resolution dispensing with competitive bidding to extend Contract 8002370 with Sea Clear Pools, Inc. and raise NTE amount by $15,000 to $65,000
• Presentation on Glendale Water & Power ratemaking methodology

The Glendale City Council approved three items at its December 10, 2024 special meeting. It authorized an amendment to the Badger Meter contract for water meters, increasing the amount by $550,000 to a new total of $700,000 and extending the term by three years. It also adopted specifications for citywide pools and splash pads maintenance and directed the City Clerk to advertise for bids. Additionally, it extended the Sea Clear Pools contract through March 31, 2025, increasing its not-to-exceed amount by $15,000 to $65,000. All votes were 4-0 with Councilmember Kassakhian absent.

• Approved Resolution 24-190 amending Badger Meter contract, increasing by $550,000 to $700,000 and extending 3 years (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-191 adopting specs for Citywide Pools & Splash Pads Maintenance and directing advertisement for bids (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 24-192 extending Sea Clear Pools contract to March 31, 2025, increasing NTE by $15,000 to $65,000 (4-0)

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider three options for the North Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project, including converting bike lanes to a two-way cycle track or reverting the street to its original condition. The council will also approve funding for a DNA backlog reduction grant and a street furniture program.

• North Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project (3 options, $235,120-$534,400)
• BJA 2024 DNA Capacity Enhancement Grant ($3,743,744)
• Street Furniture Program contract with Gobis & Company, LLC ($61,150)
• Amendment No. 3 to GWP contract with ARB, Inc. (9-month extension)
• Discussion on extending nomination period for Boards and Commissions

The Glendale City Council voted 4-1 to adopt revised plans for the North Brand Boulevard Complete Streets Demonstration Project, directing staff to adjust roadway striping and bike lanes, execute a change order with Sterndahl Enterprises for $235,120, and continue the project for six more months. The council also approved several consent items and action items, including a DNA grant acceptance and appropriations, and a contract amendment for Grayson Power Plant support.

• Approved revised plans for North Brand Blvd Complete Streets, with $235,120 change order (4-1, Brotman dissenting)
• Approved Resolution 24-193 for GWP City-Wide Utility Street Repairs Project specs and bid advertisement (5-0)
• Authorized $61,150 agreement with Gobis & Company for Street Furniture Program (5-0)
• Approved transfer agreement with LA County Flood Control for stormwater project (5-0)
• Accepted BJA DNA grant and appropriated $243,744 (5-0)
• Authorized $400,000 purchase order with Hamilton Company for DNA backlog reduction (5-0)
• Increased Life Technologies purchase order by $1,000,000 for DNA testing (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 3 with ARB, Inc. for Grayson Power Plant services (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to discuss the 2025 Work Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 7, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of the Sustainability Commission 2025 Work Plan
• Approval of November 7, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will consider a request to convert a former retail building into a banquet hall with entertainment and alcohol sales. The project includes a mezzanine addition, outdoor patios, and a parking exception.

• Conditional Use Permit for banquet hall at 707 N. Pacific Ave.
• Administrative Use Permit for alcohol sales at 707 N. Pacific Ave.
• AB-2097 parking exception allowing 50 spaces in lieu of 312 required
• Project involves 1,469-SF mezzanine addition and outdoor patios
• Project is categorically exempt from CEQA environmental review

Glendale Successor Agency

The Glendale Successor Agency will hold a special public meeting on December 3, 2024 at 3:00 PM in the Council Chamber, 613 E. Broadway, 2nd Floor. The agenda, posted November 27, 2024, lists one item for consideration. The agency will vote on a resolution to adopt the FY 2025‑2026 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) covering July 2025 through June 2026, including the associated administrative budget.

• Resolution to adopt FY 2025‑2026 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 2025‑June 2026
• Inclusion of the administrative budget for the same period

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider two Community Development items. One is a motion to approve use of a City Day at the Alex Theatre for the Los Angeles Youth Orchestra's 25th anniversary performance. The second is a motion authorizing the City Manager to execute an exclusive negotiating agreement with Events at Eden to negotiate a lease and management contract for the City-owned property at 1401 North Verdugo Road (Glendale Civic Auditorium).

• Council motion to approve use of one City Day at the Alex Theatre for the Los Angeles Youth Orchestra anniversary performance
• Council motion authorizing the City Manager to execute an exclusive negotiating agreement with Events at Eden for lease and management of City‑owned property at 1401 North Verdugo Road

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will conduct roll call, a closed session, and approve the minutes from its November 19, 2024 meeting. It will allow limited oral communications on items not on the agenda, review the regular business agenda, hear staff comments, consider any new business, and then adjourn.

• Approval of minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting
• Closed session (no agenda details provided)
• Oral communications limited to non‑agenda items (no decisions)
• New business (unspecified items)
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances regarding camping, sidewalk vendor licenses, and standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). The body is also deciding on several professional service contracts for water infrastructure and fiber optic maintenance.

• Construction services contract to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for fiber optic services not to exceed $3,500,000
• Professional Services Agreement with Arcadis U.S., Inc. for a Water Master Plan not to exceed $1,196,892
• Professional Services Agreement with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. for a water rate study not to exceed $235,006
• Ordinances amending standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs)
• Lease agreement for a wireless telecommunications facility at 1880 Loma Vista Drive

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will consider a motion to fund the Alex Film Society's outdoor movies at the Doctors House Film Series from June to September 2025, with a sponsorship limit of $5,000. A second motion will direct staff to research grant programs and present recommendations for a new grant program at the December 19, 2024 meeting. Additional discussion items include a survey analysis of commission programs and an update on the 2024‑2025 work plan.

• Approve funding of up to $5,000 for Alex Film Society to provide arts programming for Outdoor Movies at the Doctors House Film Series (June‑Sept 2025)
• Direct staff to research grant programs and present recommendations for a proposed Arts and Culture Commission grant program at the Dec 19, 2024 meeting
• Discuss Arts and Culture Commission Programs – Survey Analysis
• Provide 2024‑2025 Work Plan Progress Update
• Approve minutes of the October 17, 2024 Regular Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting on November 19, 2024. The agenda includes roll call, a closed session, a report of the City Clerk on agenda posting, approval of minutes from the November 5, 2024 meeting, and a period for oral communications limited to items not on the agenda. The meeting will also cover a business agenda, staff comments, new business, and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from the November 5, 2024 Housing Authority meeting
• Closed session (no public agenda items listed)
• Report of City Clerk regarding agenda posting on November 14, 2024
• Oral communications limited to non‑agenda items (no decisions)
• New business (unspecified items)

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council special meeting will consider a motion to note and file an update on the entitlement and permitting process (Phase II) and provide direction for further improvements. Council members will hear introductions of two ordinances—one amending Chapter 9.28 of the municipal code concerning camping, and another amending Chapter 5.20 concerning the sidewalk vendor license, which includes a resolution appropriating $88,882 for off‑hours enforcement. The council will also consider a resolution to waive competitive bidding and authorize the City Manager to secure year‑round hotel rooms for people experiencing homelessness, limited to the fiscal year 2024‑2025 housing program appropriation.

• Motion to note and file Phase II update on entitlement and permitting process (Community Development)
• Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 9.28 (Camping) of Glendale Municipal Code
• Introduction of ordinance amending Chapter 5.20 (Sidewalk Vendor License) with $88,882 appropriation for off‑hours enforcement
• Resolution to dispense with competitive bidding and allow City Manager to secure hotel rooms for Year‑Round Hotel Program for people experiencing homelessness, limited to FY 2024‑2025 housing appropriation

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating standards for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs. The body is also reviewing a plan to increase solar adoption and adjusting capacity targets for distributed energy resources.

• Ordinances amending Title 30 and the Downtown Specific Plan regarding ADU and JADU standards
• Resolution to change solar generating capacity target to 60 MW by 2030
• Contract increase of $52,330 for Energy and Environmental Economics, Inc. (E3)
• Appeal regarding all-way stop controls at Adams Street and Scofield Drive
• Closed session regarding property acquisition at 440 and 444 W. Cypress St., 1275, 1291-1295, and 1295A Los Angeles St., and 448 Fernando Ct.

Special Meeting: Commission on the Status of Women

The Commission on the Status of Women is meeting to discuss funding for an operating budget and specific community events. The body will consider appointing a committee for International Women's Day and reviewing a presentation from the Tinker Club.

• Proposed operating budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year not to exceed $5,000
• Proposed co-sponsorship of Armenian Bar Association Film Event with up to $2,000 in funding
• Proposed appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee to plan a March 2025 International Women's Day event
• Presentation by Meline Zohrabian, Director of Tinker Club
• Recognition of former CSW Commissioner Armine Perian

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will consider three new construction projects, including a multi-family development with affordable units and two single-family homes. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.

• Approval of October 24, 2024 Design Review Board minutes
• New single-family residence at 589 Arch Place
• New 14-unit multi-family development at 1301-1303 N Pacific Ave
• New single-family dwelling at 2943 Oakmont View Drive

Civil Service Commission

The Glendale Civil Service Commission will vote on several personnel actions, including approving revised class specifications and job bulletins for various city positions. The commission will also adopt a resolution from a public hearing on a probation period. No other items require action.

• Approve revised class specification and job bulletin for Jail Administrator (Vardanyan)
• Approve revised class specification for Police Records Administrator (Quan)
• Approve revised class specification for Police Services Officer series (Quan)
• Approve job bulletin for Public Works Management Analyst/Engineering (Vardanyan)
• Adopt resolution from public hearing on probation period (Quan)

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the Stage I Preliminary Design Review for a new multi-family building. The council may vote to approve the design for the proposed 8-story project.

• Public hearing for Case No. PDR-002693-2023: 105-unit, 8-story building with 215 parking spaces and public open space at 820 North Central Avenue, 208 Arden Avenue, and 212 Arden Avenue

City Council

The council will vote on several change orders that raise the amounts and extend the terms of existing citywide maintenance contracts, including a $300,000 increase for Omega Construction. It will also consider resolutions to designate three residential properties as historic resources and to enter Mills Act contracts for each. Additional items include adopting specifications for electrical and flooring services at city facilities.

• Change order to contract 8001567 with Omega Construction Co. Inc., increasing the amount by $300,000 and extending the term by two years
• Change order to contract 8001569 with Prime Painting Contractors Inc., increasing the amount by $240,000 and extending the term by two years
• Resolution to designate 1504 Bel Aire Drive as a historic resource and authorize a Mills Act contract
• Resolution to designate 3235 Cornwall Drive as a historic resource (Porter House) and authorize a Mills Act contract
• Resolution authorizing a Mills Act contract for 2535 E. Chevy Chase Drive (Derby House)

Special Meeting - Charter Review Committee

The Glendale Charter Review Committee will convene to discuss the city charter, review recent amendment history, and select a committee chair. The meeting will include a review of the October 3, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Review of October 3, 2024, meeting minutes
• Overview of Glendale City Charter
• Discussion on recent Charter Amendment History
• Timeline for Charter Review Committee Work
• Selection of a Chair

Sustainability Commission

The Glendale Sustainability Commission met on November 7, 2024 to consider several agenda items, including routine approvals and reports. The commission is discussing three motions that would direct staff to draft a Plastic Waste Reduction Regulations ordinance, create incentive programs for the ordinance, and hire a consultant to educate affected organizations. No final decisions are recorded in this agenda; the items are presented for discussion and possible referral to staff.

• Motion to have staff prepare an ordinance regulating plastic stirrers, straws, reusable foodware and recycling standards for disposable foodware
• Motion to have staff develop incentive programs supporting the transition to the proposed plastic waste regulations
• Motion to have staff engage a consultant to provide education and support to organizations impacted by the ordinance
• Approval of minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting
• Legislative Year Update report

Planning Commission

The Glendale Planning Commission meeting on November 6, 2024 will consider several agenda items, including approval of the October 16, 2024 minutes. The commission will hold appeal hearings for a conditional use permit and variances for a church project at 1015 N Central Avenue. The commission will also review a tentative parcel map request to subdivide 3240 Menlo Drive into two parcels for residential development. Additional items include a report on agenda posting and community development department updates.

• Appeal hearing (PCUP-002795-2024 & PVAR-003198-2024) for church expansion at 1015 N Central Ave, seeking conditional use permit, setback and standards variances, and tower replacement
• Tentative parcel map (PTM-003171-2024) to split 109,161 SF lot at 3240 Menlo Drive into two parcels, including a new single‑family house on Parcel B
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from October 16, 2024
• Report on posting of the November 6, 2024 agenda on the City Hall bulletin board (posted October 30, 2024)

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will consider a resolution to approve an affordable housing agreement and ground lease with Piedmont Glendale, L.P. for a 100% affordable senior housing project called Parkview Glendale on Authority‑owned land at 426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive. The meeting also includes routine business such as roll call, approval of minutes from October meetings, and a public oral communications segment limited to five‑minute speaker statements.

• Resolution approving an affordable housing agreement and ground lease with Piedmont Glendale, L.P. for the Parkview Glendale senior housing project at 426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive
• Approval of minutes from the Regular Housing Authority and Joint City Council and Housing Authority meetings of October 1, 2024 and the Special Housing Authority meeting of October 8, 2024
• Roll call of Housing Authority members
• Closed session (no agenda details provided)
• Oral communications segment allowing public speakers up to five minutes, with no debate or decision

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The joint meeting will review the status of program planning for the FY 2025‑2026 Community Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, and HOME Annual Action Plan. Council and Housing Authority members will vote on the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan program priorities, the FY 2025‑2026 CDBG program priorities, and the proposed CDBG funding allocation by category. They will also authorize the issuance of a request for proposals to community agencies for CDBG and ESG public social services and capital improvement projects.

• Council motion approving 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan program priorities
• Council motion approving FY 2025‑2026 CDBG program priorities
• Council motion approving FY 2025‑2026 Proposed CDBG Funding Allocation Plan by funding category
• Housing Authority motion approving the same Consolidated Plan and CDBG priorities
• Authorization to issue an RFP for CDBG and ESG public social services and capital improvement projects

City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss several service contracts, including library cataloging and water conservation consulting. The body will also review the city's investment policy and an appeal regarding stop controls at Adams Street and Scofield Drive.

• Purchase of a new H125 helicopter from Airbus Helicopters to replace the MD-520N
• Contract with OCLC USA Inc. for cataloging and eBook/Audiobook services not to exceed $725,000 over 3 years
• Agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions (EAS) for water conservation compliance not to exceed $156,710
• Agreement with Meridian Consultants for an Environmental Impact Report for the former Sears site (236 North Central Avenue and 212 West California Avenue)
• Appeal of decision regarding all-way stop controls at Adams Street and Scofield Drive

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission will vote on a motion to accept findings from Energy Environmental Economics, Inc. and adopt programs to increase solar adoption and distributed energy resources. The meeting also includes routine approval of October 7, 2024 minutes, public oral comments, and informational updates on the 2024 Water Master Plan, average energy costs, smart‑energy provider designation, and electric‑vehicle charging infrastructure.

• Approve October 7, 2024 meeting minutes (routine consent item)
• Public oral communications – up to five minutes per speaker, no decisions
• Motion to adopt solar adoption and distributed energy resource plan based on Energy Environmental Economics, Inc. findings
• Report: Update of the 2024 Water Master Plan and Cost of Service Analysis
• Report: Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Commission will meet to appoint non-voting student members and adopt its procedural rules. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting.

• Appointment of Ex Officio Non-Voting Student Members
• Adoption of Procedural Rules of the Transportation and Parking Commission
• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The board will approve minutes from the October 10 meeting and note that the agenda was posted online on October 17 and on the City Hall bulletin board on October 21. A new business item will review Design Review No. 003436-2024 for 1712 Glorietta Avenue, proposing demolition of a 1,246‑sq‑ft house and construction of a new 3,100‑sq‑ft two‑story residence with a two‑car garage on a 7,765‑sq‑ft lot in R1‑II zoning. The meeting also includes standard oral communication and member comment periods.

• Agenda posting on city website (Oct 17) and bulletin board (Oct 21)
• Approval of Design Review Board minutes from Oct 10, 2024
• Design Review No. 003436-2024: demolition and new construction at 1712 Glorietta Ave
• Oral communication limited to 5‑minute speakers, no debate or decisions
• Board/member comments and old business items

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the August 28 meeting, then consider several motions to adopt the preliminary FY 2025‑2026 funding allocation plan, the 2025‑2030 consolidated plan program priorities, and the request‑for‑proposal packets for public social services and capital improvement projects. Oral comments are limited to non‑agenda items with no decisions made.

• Approve minutes of the August 28, 2024 special meeting
• Motion to approve preliminary FY 2025‑2026 CDBG funding allocation plan by category
• Motion to approve 2025‑2030 consolidated plan program priorities and FY 2025‑2026 CDBG program priorities
• Motion to approve FY 2025‑2026 CDBG public social services RFP packet
• Motion to approve FY 2025‑2026 CDBG capital improvement project RFP packet

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider several consent items, including a professional services agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions for water‑conservation compliance and an amendment to HDR Engineering’s recycling‑center master plan. The council will also vote on a $930,790 service agreement with Trane U.S. Inc. for the overhaul and five‑year maintenance of the Grayson Power Plant Unit 9 chiller. Additional actions include a purchase order for safety footwear and a public‑hearing request on an all‑way stop at Adams Street and Scofield Drive.

• Resolution authorizing donation of laboratory equipment to Glendale Community College
• Professional Services Agreement with Eagle Aerial Solutions, not‑to‑exceed $156,710
• Amendment to HDR Engineering PSA, increasing amount to $471,052 for recycling‑center master plan
• Service Agreement with Trane U.S. Inc. for GPP Unit 9 chiller overhaul, not‑to‑exceed $930,790
• Resolution to dispense with competitive bidding for safety footwear, purchase order up to $341,675

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will meet to note the 2024 Senior Needs Assessment. The body will also receive updates on several park playground and solar projects.

• Note and file the 2024 Senior Needs Assessment
• Appointment of Student Ex Officio Commissioners Kevin Baraty and Ani Weimar
• Oral report on Solar Panel Project at the Sports Complex
• Update on Adams Square Mini Park and Mayors Bicentennial Park Playground Replacement Project
• Update on Emerald Isle Park Playground Replacement Project

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will review a motion to authorize the City Council to allow the City Manager to contract an artist or artist team to create a public art piece for the 134 Freeway / Patterson Ave. Tunnel, with funding not to exceed $300,000 from the Urban Art Program Fund. The meeting also includes routine consent items to adopt minutes from previous meetings, introductions of two student ex‑officio commissioners, and a presentation on library arts and culture events. Additional discussion will cover progress on the 2024‑2025 work plan.

• Motion to authorize up to $300,000 for artwork in the 134 Freeway / Patterson Ave. Tunnel (Urban Art Program Fund)
• Adoption of minutes from the September 19, 2024 regular meeting
• Adoption of minutes from the October 10, 2024 special meeting
• Introduction of 2024‑2025 Student Ex‑Officio Commissioners Milena Ataian and Sofia Kazorian
• Presentation on Library, Arts & Culture Events by Program Coordinator Loreto Lopez

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will convene to approve minutes from August and September and review a proposed overlay zone for the Cleveland Knoll Historic District.

• Approval of Historic Preservation Commission minutes from August 15, 2024 and September 19, 2024
• Review of Proposed Cleveland Knoll Historic District Overlay Zone Application PZC-0006-2023

Planning Commission

The Glendale Planning Commission will review two agenda items. First, it will consider an alley vacation request (Case No. 188V) to incorporate a 15‑foot alley into a new 5‑story, 40,489‑sq‑ft multifamily development with 36 units at 117‑121 East Fairview Avenue. Second, the commission will recommend to the City Council amendments to the Downtown Specific Plan and Title 30 of the Municipal Code that set standards for junior accessory dwelling units and accessory dwelling units. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes and department updates.

• Alley Vacation Case No. 188V – vacate 15‑ft alley for 5‑story, 40,489 sq ft multifamily project with 36 units at 117‑121 East Fairview Avenue
• Proposed amendments (PGPA-003908-2024, PZC-0013-2024) to Downtown Specific Plan and Title 30 zoning code for JADU and ADU standards
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from August 7, 2024
• Community Development Department updates
• Roll call of Planning Commission members

Special City Council: City Hall In Your Neighborhood

The Glendale City Council will hold a special public meeting on October 15, 2024 at the Joe Bridges Clubhouse. Council members will consider updates on the leaf blower ban, emergency preparedness, traffic safety and parking near Glenoaks Elementary, and homeless services. The meeting is open to the public but will not be televised.

• Leaf blower ban update
• Emergency preparedness discussion
• Traffic safety and parking around Glenoaks Elementary
• Homeless services discussion

Design Review Board

The board will review two development proposals: demolition and replacement of a single‑family home at 1342 Elm Avenue, and demolition of a commercial building to build a six‑story mixed‑use tower with 41 residential units at 345 West Cerritos Avenue. The meeting will also approve minutes from the September 26, 2024 session and address routine reports and public comments.

• 1342 Elm Avenue – replace a 1,106‑sq‑ft house with a new 2,298‑sq‑ft residence, ADU and pool (R1‑I zone)
• 345 West Cerritos Avenue – replace a 7,620‑sq‑ft building with a 55,263‑sq‑ft, six‑story mixed‑use tower (TOD I zone) with 41 units, including three very low‑income affordable units
• Approval of Design Review Board minutes from September 26, 2024
• Report on posting of the agenda on the city website and bulletin board
• Oral communication period limited to 5‑minute remarks (no decisions)

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will hold a special meeting on October 10, 2024. After roll call, the commission will discuss arts and culture programming related to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The meeting will adjourn with notice of the next regular meeting on October 17, 2024.

• Roll call and posting of agenda (posted October 7, 2024)
• Discussion of arts and culture programming for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve updated job specifications and recruitment materials for police leadership roles. The body will also review employee performance evaluation reports.

• Approval of revised class specification for Police Supervisory and Management Series
• Approval of job bulletin for the position of Police Captain (Quan)
• Review of Employee Job Performance Evaluations Past Due Aging Report

Special Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will consider a resolution to declare two parcels of its land—426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive—exempt from the State Surplus Land Act. The exemption would enable a ground lease to Piedmont Glendale, L.P. for a proposed 100% affordable senior housing project known as Parkview Glendale. This action is the sole agenda item for the special meeting.

• Resolution to find 426 Piedmont Avenue and 507 Naranja Drive exempt from the State Surplus Land Act
• Ground lease of the exempted land to Piedmont Glendale, L.P.
• Proposed 100% affordable senior housing project (Parkview Glendale) on the exempted parcels

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider accepting $1,000,000 in state funds from the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. A resolution will appropriate the same amount for the Glendale Tech Startup Growth Program. The Council will also authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute agreements with FoundersBoost and SmartGateVC LLC for program management.

• Motion to accept $1,000,000 state funds from GO‑Biz
• Resolution appropriating $1,000,000 for the Glendale Tech Startup Growth Program
• Authorization for the City Manager to negotiate agreements with FoundersBoost
• Authorization for the City Manager to negotiate agreements with SmartGateVC LLC

City Council

The City Council will consider several public works contracts and the adoption of a nonprofit subsidy policy for user fees. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss litigation and real property negotiations.

• Construction contract for View Crest Road Slope and Road Repair Project with Clarke Contracting Corporation for $2,220,586
• On-call sewer and storm drain repair contract with W. A. Rasic Construction Company, Inc. not to exceed $1,200,000
• Professional Services Agreement with LA Compost for a food waste community composting program for $230,250
• Contract with Astro Painting Co., Inc. for 140 N. Isabel Building and Civic Center Parking Garage stairways for $61,000
• Ordinance amending the Public Benefits Charge of 3.6% to the rate mandated by State law

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission will approve the August 5, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent item. It will hear oral communications limited to five minutes per speaker, with no debate or decisions. Staff will present reports on power resources needed for the summer peak and on plans to increase solar adoption and distributed energy resources. The meeting will close with an agenda forecast and adjournment.

• Approve August 5, 2024 meeting minutes (consent item)
• Oral communications – up to five minutes per speaker, no decisions
• Report on power resources serving summer peak
• Report on plan to increase solar adoption and develop additional distributed energy resources
• Agenda forecast and adjournment

Charter Review Committee

The Glendale Charter Review Committee met on October 3, 2024 to address procedural matters and provide informational reports. The agenda included reports on the posting of the agenda, rules for oral communications, and reviews of the Brown Act, Public Records Act, and the City Charter. No decisions or votes were scheduled; the meeting was for presentations and discussion only.

• Report of Recording Secretary on agenda posting on the bulletin board outside City Hall
• Report of Clerk on agenda posting on August 30, 2024 on the bulletin board outside City Hall
• Oral communications limited to 3‑minute speakers with no debate or decision
• Review of applicable laws – Brown Act, Public Records Act, and City of Glendale’s Code of Conduct
• Presentation on City Charter basics and scope of work

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will vote to recommend that the City Council adopt new Plastic Waste Reduction Regulations. The meeting will also include routine items such as roll call, approval of September 5 minutes, and updates from the Sustainability Office. A report on regional sustainability and a plastics outreach summary will be presented.

• Recommendation to adopt Plastic Waste Reduction Regulations ordinance
• Approval of minutes from the September 5, 2024 meeting
• Presentation of Southern California Association of Governments regional sustainability report
• ReCREATE Plastics Waste Reduction Outreach Report
• Sustainability Office update on Repair Cafe & Clothing Swap

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will conduct roll call, approve the September 17, 2024 meeting minutes, and allow limited oral comments on items not on the agenda. No decisions on new contracts, rezoning, or ordinances are listed.

• Approval of minutes from the September 17, 2024 Housing Authority and Joint City Council meeting

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority are meeting to discuss reprogramming returned and undesignated Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. The proposed funds would be allocated to three specific community projects.

• Reprogramming of $724,949.63 to the Pacific Splash Pad Project
• Reprogramming of $724,949.63 to the Homenetmen Glendale Ararat Roofing Project
• Reprogramming of $724,949.63 to the YMCA of Glendale All-Inclusive Locker Room Project
• Substantial amendment to FY 2022-2023, 2023-2024, and 2024-2025 Annual Action Plans for CDBG, ESG, and HOME

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will conduct a Good Governance Workshop that addresses common myths about government, explains government roles and rules, outlines what data matters for decision making, and describes steps for building consensus. The meeting will conclude with an adjournment. No other actions are listed on the agenda.

• Good Governance Workshop – discussion of myths, roles, decision‑making data, and consensus steps
• Adjournment

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for downtown signal and mobility improvements and adjusting the Public Benefits Charge for water and power. The body will also discuss real property acquisitions and leases in a closed session.

• Construction contract for Downtown Glendale Signal and Mobility Improvements Project to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for $8,262,128
• Proposed reduction of the Public Benefits Charge from 3.6% to 2.85% effective November 7, 2024
• Appropriation of $3,394,937 for the Home Energy and Water Savings Rebate Program
• Appropriation of $499,800 for the Foothill Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization Program
• Request for Proposals for Official Police Tow Services

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will consider several residential project applications, including additions and new single‑family homes. Each item will be discussed for compliance with zoning and environmental exemptions. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings and receive public comments.

• 3442 Downing Avenue – add 908 SF second story and 149 SF first‑floor addition to a 1,458 SF house (R1 II zone).
• 3700 First Avenue – demolish accessory structures and add 843 SF of new floor area plus a 480 SF garage (RI II zone).
• 137 Aspen Oak Lane – construct a new 4,103 SF three‑story single‑family residence with three‑car garage (R1R III zone).
• 157 Aspen Oak Lane – construct a new 4,541 SF three‑story single‑family residence with three‑car garage (R1R III zone).
• 318 Brockmont Drive – construct a new 2,305 SF two‑story single‑family residence with two‑car garage (R1R III zone).

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider a request for a standards variance to allow a new projecting sign. The sign is for the Martial Arts History Museum, located in a subterranean space at 201 North Brand Boulevard.

• Variance request for a new projecting sign at 201 North Brand Boulevard - Unit B100 (PVAR-003201-2024)

Senior Services Committee Meeting

The Glendale Senior Services Committee will approve the minutes from its February 28, 2024 meeting, receive an update on senior programs and events covering February through June 2024, and consider providing feedback on Draft #1 of the 2024 Senior Needs Assessment. The meeting also includes a roll call, staff comments, and a limited public oral communications segment.

• Approval of the February 28, 2024 Senior Services Committee minutes
• Senior Programs and Events Update (February 2024‑June 2024)
• Provide feedback on Draft #1 of the 2024 Senior Needs Assessment
• Roll call confirming agenda posted on City Hall bulletin board
• Oral communications: speakers limited to five minutes, no decisions

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission is meeting to review design proposals for a mural and approve funding for a film festival. The body will also appoint a member to the Artsakh Creative Program Selection Committee.

• Recommendation for City Council to authorize up to $30,000 for Fremont Park Column Tile Artwork
• Proposed funding of up to $10,000 for the Glendale International Film Festival (Sept 26 – Oct 1, 2024)
• Appointment of one Commissioner to the Artsakh Creative Program Selection Committee
• Review of Palmer Park Basketball Court Mural design concept proposals
• Presentation on Library, Arts & Culture Events by Loreto Lopez

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will consider three applications to place properties at 2535 E. Chevy Chase Drive, 1504 Bel Aire Drive, and 1520 Cedarhill Road on the Mills Act program and the Glendale Register. All three projects are exempt from CEQA review as Class 8 actions protecting historic resources. The meeting also includes routine agenda posting reports, approval of August 15 minutes, and an update on funding for historic district surveys.

• Review Mills Act application for 2535 E. Chevy Chase Drive (Derby House, GR No. 22)
• Review Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 1504 Bel Aire Drive
• Review Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 1520 Cedarhill Road
• Approval of Historic Preservation Commission minutes from August 15, 2024
• Community Development Department update on funding for East‑West and North Glendale historic district surveys

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a motion regarding Community Development. The body will discuss and provide direction on the methodology used for Neighborhood Services Code Enforcement action.

• Council motion to provide direction on the methodology of Code Enforcement action

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting to provide direction on the methodology of Code Enforcement action for the Neighborhood Services Code Enforcement. The council voted unanimously to approve the motion, with all five members present voting in favor. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to provide direction on Code Enforcement methodology (5-0)

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The joint meeting will consider a motion by the City Council and the Housing Authority to approve the Glendale Homeless Action Plan presented by the Glendale Continuum of Care. If approved, staff will be directed to begin implementing the plan’s priorities and strategies. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call and adjournment.

• Approval of the Glendale Homeless Action Plan (GHAP) presented by the Glendale Continuum of Care

City Council

The council will vote on participation in an APPA Department of Energy subaward of $820,644 for Glendale Water and Power and will amend the existing Insight contract to a total not‑to‑exceed $6,961,844 for cybersecurity services. It will also adopt funding for historic preservation surveys and a $64,200 MOCA grant for senior supportive services, and will amend the municipal code governing board and commission member terms. Additional items include an elevator renovation at the former police building and a waste‑sorting outreach agreement.

• Approve $820,644 DOE subaward and amend Insight contract to $6,961,844 for cybersecurity solutions
• Accept $64,200 LA County Aging and Disabilities (MOCA) grant for Supportive Services Program
• Authorize $323,470 PSA with Architectural Resources Group for East‑West Glendale, North Glendale, and Cleveland Knoll historic surveys
• Authorize $85,260 PSA with Architectural Resources Group for Verdugo Woodlands historic district survey
• Adopt ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code §2.36.010 on terms for board and commission members

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold its regular meeting, beginning with roll call and a closed session. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the July 16 and August 20 meetings and a business agenda. Oral communications are limited to non‑agenda items with no decisions, and any new business may be referred to staff.

• Roll Call
• Closed Session
• Approval of minutes from July 16 and August 20 meetings
• Oral communications (non‑agenda discussion, no decisions)
• Business agenda (no specific items listed)

The Glendale Housing Authority met on September 17, 2024, and approved the minutes from its July 16 and August 20, 2024 meetings. No substantive policy decisions were made; the agenda was largely procedural, including roll call, approval of minutes, and oral communications. The meeting adjourned at 3:15 p.m.

• Approved minutes of July 16 and August 20, 2024 meetings (moved by Asatryan, seconded by Najarian)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:15 p.m. (moved by Asatryan, seconded by Brotmann)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider revoking Conditional Use Permit No. PCUP1724243 for the Montrose Massage at 3720 North Verdugo Road, Unit 6. The revocation is based on violations of the permit conditions and Glendale Municipal Code Chapter 5.64 regarding massage establishments. The project is categorically exempt from CEQA as an existing facility with no alteration or expansion.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit PCUP1724243 for Montrose Massage at 3720 N. Verdugo Rd., Unit 6
• CEQA categorical exemption as a Class 1 existing facility

Civil Service Commission

The Glendale Civil Service Commission will vote on several personnel items, including approval of revised class specifications and job bulletins for positions such as General Manager of Glendale Water and Power, Director of Public Works, Tree Trimmer series, Budget Analyst, Accounting series, Records Administration Analyst, and Case Worker I. The meeting also includes routine business like approving the minutes from the July 10, 2024 meeting and reviewing reports that require no action.

• Approve revised class specification and job bulletin for General Manager – Glendale Water and Power
• Approve revised class specification and job bulletin for Director of Public Works
• Approve revised class specification series for Tree Trimmer positions
• Approve job bulletin for Budget Analyst
• Approve class specification series for Accounting and Accounting Management positions

The Civil Service Commission unanimously approved revised class specifications and job bulletins for General Manager of Glendale Water & Power, Director of Public Works, and the Tree Trimmer Series, with amendments adding a commercial driver's license requirement and lead worker experience for Senior Tree Trimmer. It also approved job bulletins for Budget Analyst, Accounting Series, Records Administration Analyst, and Case Worker I, with directions for future bulletins. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:31 pm.

• Approved revised class spec and job bulletin for General Manager – Glendale Water & Power (unanimous)
• Approved revised class spec and job bulletin for Director of Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved revised Tree Trimmer Series spec with amendments: CDL maintenance and Senior Tree Trimmer lead worker experience (unanimous)
• Approved Budget Analyst job bulletin; directed HR to decide on driver's license requirement and remove 'analyze' for legislation in future bulletins (unanimous)
• Approved Accounting Series and Accounting Management Series class spec (unanimous)
• Approved Records Administration Analyst job bulletin (unanimous)
• Approved Case Worker I job bulletin (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 10, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider a series of resolutions and an ordinance amendment concerning the nomination, selection, and terms of members of city boards and commissions. Items include establishing a recruitment process, a procedure for handling complaints or misconduct, and amending the municipal code. The council will also direct staff on implementation before adjourning the meeting.

• Resolution establishing a recruitment and selection process for appointment of individuals to boards and commissions
• Resolution establishing the procedure to address complaints or allegations of misconduct or poor performance against members of boards and commissions
• Introduction of ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code, 1995, Section 2.36.010 regarding terms of members of boards and commissions
• Motion providing direction to staff

The Glendale City Council held a special meeting to consider changes to how boards and commissions are appointed and managed. They approved resolutions establishing a recruitment and selection process for appointments and a procedure for addressing misconduct complaints, and introduced an ordinance amending term limits. A motion to direct staff to revise the resolutions was passed, with Councilmembers Brotman, Kassakhian, and Asatryan voting in favor; Gharpetian and Najarian were absent.

• Approved resolution establishing recruitment and selection process for board/commission appointments
• Approved resolution establishing procedure for complaints or allegations of misconduct against board/commission members
• Introduced ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code Section 2.36.010 on board/commission terms
• Passed motion directing staff to revise resolutions (3-0, with 2 absent)

City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss several police department contracts and a master plan for Verdugo Wash. The body is also reviewing appointments for various city boards and commissions and accepting state grants for traffic safety.

• Professional Service Agreement with Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates, Inc. for the Verdugo Wash Master Plan in the amount of $5,762,370
• Purchase order contract with Helicopter Engine Repair Overhaul Services (H.E.R.O.S.) for helicopter parts not-to-exceed $1,200,000
• Purchase order contract with Heli-Mart Inc. for helicopter parts not-to-exceed $500,000
• Acceptance of $364,000 and $40,000 grants from the California Office of Traffic Safety
• Purchase orders with The Genesis Group for radio system software and maintenance not-to-exceed $127,197

The Glendale City Council approved a $5,762,370 professional services agreement with Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates for the Verdugo Wash Master Plan, but then voted to continue the item to a later date without further notice. The council also approved several consent items, including grants for traffic safety and homeless services, and authorized contracts for police helicopter parts and software.

• Approved $5,762,370 Verdugo Wash Master Plan contract with Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates (5-0), then continued item
• Approved HHAP Round 4 sub-recipient funding awards (5-0)
• Accepted $364,000 state grant for Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (5-0)
• Accepted $40,000 state grant for Motorcycle Safety Education and Training (5-0)
• Authorized $102,197 purchase order with The Genesis Group for radio system software (5-0)
• Authorized $25,000 for Genesis Group software maintenance (5-0)
• Authorized $1,200,000 contract with H.E.R.O.S. for helicopter parts (5-0)
• Authorized $500,000 contract with Heli-Mart for helicopter parts (5-0)

Sustainability Commission

The commission will conduct roll call, approve the August 1 meeting minutes, and hear oral comments limited to commission topics. Staff will present updates on the Public Works Integrated Waste Management & ReCreate SB1383 food recovery program, the Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability, and the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Additional updates include an upcoming clothing swap and repair café and a summary of August events. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Public Works Integrated Waste Management & ReCreate – Update on SB1383 Food Recovery
• Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability (LARC)
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update
• Upcoming Clothing Swap and Repair Café
• August Events Summary

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will meet in a special session at the Hilton Hotel. In a closed session, council members will conduct public employee performance evaluations of the City Manager and the City Attorney. In an open session, they will hold a council governance workshop to discuss roles, best governance practices, norms, protocols, and the Code of Conduct. The meeting will adjourn after these items.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation of the City Manager
• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation of the City Attorney
• Open session: council governance workshop covering roles, best practices, norms, protocols, and Code of Conduct

Planning Hearing Officer

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer will consider a request to enclose a rooftop deck for a 67-square-foot addition and a request to approve a Conditional Use Permit for a new massage establishment. The meeting will be held at the Municipal Services Building.

• Standards Variance for 67-square-foot rooftop deck addition at 720 Bohlig Road
• Conditional Use Permit for new massage establishment at 1120 North Pacific Avenue - Unit 4

The Glendale Planning Hearing Officer held a public hearing on July 31, 2024, for two conditional use permit cases. Both cases were taken under submission for a decision at a later date, with no final decisions made during the meeting. The first case involves a request to continue operating a massage establishment at 2270 Honolulu Avenue, Unit A. The second case involves a request for a conditional use permit and variances for the expansion of the Armenian Apostolic Church at 1015 North Central Avenue.

• Case PCUP-002716-2023 (massage establishment) taken under submission
• Case PCUP-002795-2024 and PVAR-003198-2024 (church expansion) taken under submission

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee will approve minutes from two March meetings, receive updates on the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan and current CDBG projects, and consider two action items. The key decision is a motion to reprogram $724,949.63 of returned CDBG capital improvement funds to specific projects. The committee will also adopt the FY 2025‑2026 program planning schedule for CDBG, ESG, and HOME.

• Approve minutes from the March 1 and March 4, 2024 special meetings
• Adopt FY 2025‑2026 program planning schedule for CDBG, ESG, and HOME
• Reprogram $724,949.63 of returned CDBG capital funds to Boy Scouts‑Community Center, YWCA‑Lexington, and an undesignated balance
• Report on the 2025‑2030 Consolidated Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME
• Year‑end performance report for FY 2023‑2024 social services programs

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider accepting $4,930,194 in Proposition C discretionary funds and $7,680,000 in federal CMAQ funds to electrify the Beeline bus fleet and its maintenance facility. A separate appropriation of $975,000 will be adopted for battery electric buses. The council will also act on several public‑works contracts and grant agreements, including a five‑year engineering services agreement and construction contract contingencies.

• Accept $4,930,194 Prop C and $7,680,000 federal CMAQ funds to electrify the Beeline bus fleet and maintenance facility
• Adopt $975,000 appropriation for battery electric buses
• Authorize a five‑year General Services Agreement with SCS Engineers up to $957,602 for landfill environmental systems
• Increase Central Library Youth Services Renovation contract contingency to $979,074
• Approve construction contracts up to $15,550,000 with 10% reserve for La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a special public meeting on August 27, 2024. Council members will consider two motions from the City Attorney. The first motion directs staff to update sidewalk vending regulations and enforcement. The second motion directs staff to address the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court’s Grants Pass decision on the anti‑camping ordinance and to review services for unhoused residents.

• Update on sidewalk vending regulations and enforcement (motion directing staff)
• Impact of U.S. Supreme Court Grants Pass decision on anti‑camping ordinance enforcement and summary of services for the unhoused (motion directing staff)

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Glendale Transportation and Parking Commission will convene to approve minutes, receive presentations, and select a Chairperson and Pro Tempore. The meeting will be held at Council Chambers on August 26, 2024.

• Approval of July 22, 2024 Special meeting minutes
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Selection of Chairperson Pro Tempore
• Presentation and appointments
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider two Management Services items: a motion to have staff prepare an alternative reach code to replace specific sections of the local California Energy Code, and draft measures and actions for the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan.

• Management Services – Building Electrification Reach Code Replacement Options: motion to direct staff to prepare an alternative reach code to replace Section 4.1(b), subsection 4.106.5 and Section 5.106.13 of the local amendments to the California Energy Code.
• Management Services – Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Draft Measures and Actions.

Design Review Board

The board will approve minutes from the August 8, 2024 meeting and review the posting of the agenda. It will discuss Design Review No. 002779-2024 for 652 Robin Glen Drive, which proposes demolishing an existing two‑story residence and building a larger two‑story home, a five‑car garage, and a pool on a 99,000‑sq‑ft hillside in the ROS‑III zone. The project is exempt from CEQA review under a Class 3 exemption. The meeting also includes oral communication, member comments, old business, and Community Development Department updates.

• Approval of Design Review Board minutes from August 8, 2024
• Report on posting of agenda on city website and bulletin board
• Design Review No. 002779-2024 – demolition and new construction at 652 Robin Glen Drive
• Oral communication limited to non‑agenda items (5‑minute limit per speaker)
• Community Development Department updates

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators from Harvard Buildings, LLC to discuss price and terms for acquiring the properties at 215‑221 N. Central Ave and 314‑322 Salem St. The open session will include approval of the meeting minutes and a motion to approve the annual Section 8 Management Assessment Program Self‑Certification for FY 2023‑24. Additional items are oral communications, member/staff comments, and any new business raised.

• Closed‑session negotiation with Harvard Buildings, LLC for 215‑221 N. Central Ave & 314‑322 Salem St
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Motion to approve Section 8 Management Assessment Program Self‑Certification for FY 2023‑24
• Oral communications (public comments, no decisions)
• New business (unspecified items)

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will meet to authorize a funding commitment letter to the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust for use as matching funds for the 2024 Local Housing Trust Fund Program.

• Authorization of funding commitment letter to Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust
• Council motion to execute funding commitment letter
• Housing Authority motion to concur with funding commitment letter
• Joint meeting of City Council and Housing Authority
• Consideration of 2024 Local Housing Trust Fund Program matching funds

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council is convening a special public meeting to receive a presentation on the Community Development Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2023-24. No official actions are scheduled.

• Community Development Annual Report: FY 23-24 (Presentation Only)
• Special Public Meeting of the City Council
• Roll Call at 3:00 PM

City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider several actions, including approving a legal services agreement with Pierce Law Firm up to $75,000, adopting a zoning ordinance for drive‑through establishments, and authorizing a contract amendment with SWA for additional design services on the former Rockhaven Sanitarium project, increasing the contract to a not‑to‑exceed $1,519,640. The council will also discuss code amendments for accessory dwelling units and a study of the Glendale Beeline system.

• Approve legal services agreement with Pierce Law Firm, not‑to‑exceed $75,000
• Adopt ordinance amending multiple sections of Title 30 for drive‑through establishments
• Authorize contract amendment with SWA (Contract No. 8001911) to $1,519,640 for Rockhaven design services
• Approve conceptual plan for preservation and reuse of former Rockhaven Sanitarium at 2713 Honolulu Avenue
• Authorize PSA with Dan Boyle & Associates LLC for Glendale Beeline study, not‑to‑exceed $392,139

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will vote to replace Commissioner Stephen Meek on the ad hoc Student Member Selection Committee. The body will also receive updates on park playground projects and monthly activity reports.

• Selection of one voting member for the Student Member Selection Committee
• Project update on Adams Square Mini Park and Mayors Bicentennial Park Playground Replacement
• Recognition of 2024 Senior Street Fest Gold Sponsors
• Approval of meeting minutes from June 17 and July 15, 2024

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will consider the nomination for the proposed Verdugo Woodlands Historic District (PZC2211705). The meeting will also approve minutes from the June 20 and July 18, 2024 sessions and address agenda posting and other routine business. No decisions are expected on oral comments or items not listed on the agenda.

• Review of Nomination for the Proposed Verdugo Woodlands Historic District (PZC2211705)
• Approval of Historic Preservation Commission minutes from June 20, 2024 and July 18, 2024
• Report that the agenda was posted on August 12, 2024 on the City Hall bulletin board
• Oral communication limited to non‑agenda items; no debate or decisions allowed
• Community Development Department updates

Civil Service Commission

The Glendale Civil Service Commission will consider approving job bulletins for a Budget Analyst and a Records Administration Analyst, as well as a revised class specification for a Tree Trimmer Series. The meeting will also include a review of recruitment reports and eligible lists.

• Approve job bulletin for Budget Analyst
• Approve job bulletin for Records Administration Analyst
• Approve revised class specification for Tree Trimmer Series
• Review recruitment and examination reports
• Review eligible lists established

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will consider a motion to authorize the City Manager to contract artist Kassia Rico for a public art piece titled “Our Garden Spot,” funded from the Urban Art Fund with a budget not to exceed $300,000. The council will also discuss management services matters, including the Sister City Program governance, appropriations for senior administrative analyst positions, and increasing the authorized salaried position count. A status report on the General Plan’s Land Use, Mobility, and Environmental Justice updates will be presented for council comment. Finally, three residents will be appointed to represent Glendale on the Hollywood Burbank Airport Citizen’s Advisory Committee.

• Motion to commission artwork with Kassia Rico for up to $300,000 from the Urban Art Fund for Montrose Circular Benches
• Management Services: Sister City Program governance structure and appropriations for senior administrative analyst positions
• Resolution to increase the citywide authorized salaried position count
• Community Development: Update on General Plan Land Use, Mobility, and Environmental Justice elements
• Appointment of three individuals to the Hollywood Burbank Airport Citizen’s Advisory Committee

City Council

The council will hold a closed‑session at 1:00 PM to discuss several pending and anticipated litigations and a real‑property lease negotiation for 116‑118 California Street. In the regular session at 6:00 PM the council will consider routine consent items, adopt an ordinance extending a firearms‑retail restriction, and vote on contracts including a $401,606 fiber‑optic line project for Scholl Canyon parks and a $40,560 amendment to a tree‑planting contract. Additional agenda items include appointments to boards and commissions, a presentation on the Metropolitan Water District climate‑adaptation plan, and a hearing on a historic‑preservation appeal for 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue.

• Authorize contract with SECC Corporation for $401,606 (plus 15% contingency $60,241) to build a fiber‑optic line to parks and facilities in Scholl Canyon (Spec No. 3979).
• Amend contract 8000974 with West Coast Arborists, Inc., increasing amount by $40,560 to $11,618,220 for planting 104 trees under USDA grant.
• Adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 6011 extending the prohibition on new or replacement retail firearm/ammunition sales for one year.
• Hear appeal of Historic Preservation Commission’s conditional approval for 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue, with motions to sustain, modify, or reverse the decision.
• Negotiate lease terms for City‑owned property at 116‑118 California Street with negotiator Bradley Calvert and party Aro Agakhanyan.

Special Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a special public meeting on August 13, 2024 at 1:00 PM in the Council Chamber at 613 E. Broadway. A closed‑session conference will be held with real‑property negotiators Bradley Calvert, Peter Zovak, and Mike Fortney to discuss price and terms for acquiring property at 215‑221 N. Central Ave and 314‑322 Salem Street from Harvard Buildings, LLC. No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed‑session conference to negotiate acquisition of 215‑221 N. Central Ave and 314‑322 Salem St. with Harvard Buildings, LLC
• Special public meeting at 1:00 PM, Council Chamber, 613 E. Broadway, Glendale

Commission on the Status of Women

The Glendale Commission on the Status of Women will meet on August 12, 2024. It will approve the minutes from its May 13, 2024 meeting, select a Chair and Vice Chair for the August 2024‑August 2025 term, and consider motions on Domestic Violence Awareness Month activities, Women's Equality Day activities, extending student ex officio members, and scheduling a November meeting. Public comments are limited to items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the regular meeting held on May 13, 2024
• Selection of Chair for the term August 2024 to August 2025
• Selection of Vice Chair for the term August 2024 to August 2025
• Approval of Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) activities
• Approval of Women's Equality Day activities

Design Review Board

The board will review a proposal to demolish a 1,992‑square‑foot house built in 1964 and construct a 2,821‑square‑foot contemporary single‑family home with a two‑car garage, infinity pool, and trellis on a 10,673‑square‑foot lot in the R1R‑II zone. The meeting will also approve minutes from the July 11, 2024 session and report on agenda posting dates. Additional items include oral communication guidelines and community development updates.

• Design Review No. 003055-2024: demolition of existing house and new construction at 1541 Remah Vista Drive
• Approval of Design Review Board minutes from July 11, 2024
• Report that the agenda was posted online on August 1, 2024 and on the City Hall bulletin board on August 5, 2024
• Oral communication limited to non‑agenda items, with speakers limited to five minutes
• Community Development Department updates (details not specified in agenda)

Planning Commission

The commission will review two project applications: a Special Recreation zone upgrade at the Oakmont Country Club and a vesting parcel map to subdivide a 4.7‑acre lot on Swarthmore Drive into three single‑family homes. It will also approve minutes from the July 17 meeting and address routine agenda posting and oral comment procedures.

• 3100 Country Club Drive – Special Recreation zone development plan (19,016 sq ft of new structures)
• 1313 Swarthmore Drive – Vesting Parcel Map to subdivide 203,623 sq ft into three R1R parcels
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from July 17, 2024
• Report on posting of the August 7 agenda
• Oral communication limited to non‑agenda items, 5‑minute speaker limit

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Glendale Water and Power Commission will consider routine consent items, including approval of the May 6, 2024 meeting minutes and the June 26, 2024 special meeting minutes. The agenda also includes staff comments, a five‑minute oral communications segment, and informational reports on the water source video, a consumer confidence report, and a customer service update. No other decisions are listed.

• Approval of the May 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of the June 26, 2024 special meeting minutes
• GWP Commission/Staff comments
• Oral communications (up to five minutes per speaker)
• Reports: Journey from Source to Tap video, Consumer Confidence Report, Customer Service Update

CANCELLED - Charter Review Committee

The Glendale Charter Review Committee meeting scheduled for August 1, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included standard procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and introductions.

• Cancelled meeting
• Approval of minutes
• Review of applicable laws
• City Charter Basics

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will discuss an equitable participatory budgeting framework and provide updates on city recycling programs. The meeting also includes reports on electric landscaping and plastic-reduction events.

• EDF Climate Corps Project: Equitable Participatory Budgeting Framework & Recommendations
• Integrated Waste Management: Update on SB 1383 and City Recycling Programs
• Electric Landscaping Event update
• Beyond Plastic Vendor Fair Event update

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider two conditional use permit requests. The first item seeks approval for the continued operation of a massage establishment at 2270 Honolulu Ave, Unit A in the Commercial Retail zone. The second item requests a CUP, setback and standards variances for expanding the Armenian Apostolic Church at 1015 North Central Avenue, including a new tower, accessory building, and increased floor area, all in the High Density Residential zone. Both projects are classified as CEQA‑exempt.

• Conditional Use Permit for massage establishment at 2270 Honolulu Ave, Unit A (Commercial Retail zone)
• Conditional Use Permit for Armenian Apostolic Church expansion at 1015 North Central Ave (High Density Residential zone)
• Setback and standards variances to allow new 55‑ft tower and 48‑ft accessory building
• Exceeds standard 500 sq ft floor‑area limit for accessory building
• Both projects deemed categorically exempt from CEQA

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will meet to review the status of the General Plan's Land Use, Mobility, and Environmental Justice Elements and hold a public hearing to approve preliminary design review for a new 40-unit apartment building.

• Review General Plan Land Use, Mobility, and Environmental Justice Elements
• Public Hearing: Stage I Preliminary Design Review for 40-unit, 5-story multi-family development at 126-128 South Kenwood Street
• Motion to Approve Stage I Preliminary Design Review for Case No. PDR-002684-2023

Special Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a special public meeting on July 30, 2024 at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes a closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiators to discuss price and terms for acquiring property at 215‑221 N. Central Ave and 314‑322 Salem Street from Harvard Buildings, LLC. Additional items are a report of the clerk on agenda posting and standard procedural motions.

• Closed session: negotiation with Harvard Buildings, LLC for acquisition of 215‑221 N. Central Ave and 314‑322 Salem St.
• Report of the Clerk of the Housing Authority regarding posting of the agenda
• Roll call of members at 3:00 PM
• Adjournment of the meeting
• Acknowledgment of service waiver for the special meeting notice

City Council

The Glendale City Council will vote on a design-build contract for a pipeline replacement project and ordinances regarding board member terms and firearm retail permits. The body will also discuss updates to the Bicycle Transportation Plan and development standards for accessory dwelling units.

• Design-build contract with J. De Sigio Construction, Inc. for Chilton/Kenneth Phase I Pipeline Replacement Project for $6,636,490 plus a $663,649 contingency
• Ordinance extending a ban on new or replacement retail uses selling firearms or ammunition
• Contract with Dan Boyle & Associates LLC for Glendale Beeline operational analysis not to exceed $392,139
• Proposed amendments to Title 30 of the Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units
• Public hearing to confirm weed abatement charges for FY 2023-2024

Audit Committee

The Glendale Audit Committee will elect a chair and a secretary, approve minutes from its April 25, 2024 meeting, and receive audit reports for fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. Members will review the FY 2024 audit work plan and consider the proposed FY 2025 audit work plan. No formal decisions on the audit reports are scheduled; discussion may be referred to staff for further investigation.

• Election of Audit Committee Chair
• Election of Audit Committee Secretary
• Approval of minutes from the April 25, 2024 Audit Committee meeting
• Report from CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP on the audit of FY ended June 30, 2024
• Review of FY 2024 Audit Work Plan and proposed FY 2025 Audit Work Plan

Special Transportation and Parking Commission

The Glendale Transportation and Parking Commission will consider motions to approve all-way stop controls at Adams Street and Scofield Drive, speed humps on Salem Street, and the appointment of a student commissioner.

• Approval of all-way stop controls at Adams Street and Scofield Drive
• Approval of speed humps on Salem Street between Chester Street and Kenilworth Avenue
• Appointment of Eric Eubank as ex officio student commissioner
• Adoption of procedures for student member appointments
• Formation of a Student Member Selection Committee

Arts and Culture Commission

The Arts and Culture Commission will review design concept proposals for public art at Fremont Park. The body may recommend that the City Council authorize a contract for the artwork not to exceed $30,000.

• Proposed agreement for Fremont Park Columns Tile Artwork not to exceed $30,000 from the Urban Art Program Fund
• Presentation on Library, Arts & Culture Events by Program Coordinator Loreto Lopez
• Discussion of 2024 – 2025 Work Plan Progress

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will consider two new business proposals: a plan to rehabilitate the Pines Cottage at Rockhaven as a museum and make it ADA accessible, and a design review of a fence, pool, hardscape and landscape alterations at 1916 Niodrara Drive, a contributor to the Niodrara Drive Historic District. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, approval of June 20, 2024 minutes, and updates from the Community Development Department. No decisions are recorded on the agenda; the items are slated for discussion and possible recommendation.

• Review of proposal to rehabilitate the Pines Cottage at Rockhaven as a museum and add ADA accessibility
• Design review of proposed fence, pool, hardscape and landscape alterations at 1916 Niodrara Drive
• Update on hearing schedule for two proposed historic districts: Selvas de Verdugo and Cleveland Knolls
• Update on owner’s appeal of HPC conditional design review approval for 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue
• Approval of Historic Preservation Commission minutes from June 20, 2024

Planning Commission

The Glendale Planning Commission will discuss three new wireless telecommunications facilities and will make a recommendation to the City Council on proposed amendments to the municipal zoning code concerning drive‑through establishments. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting and handle routine public comment.

• 1601 West Mountain Street – proposal for a 65‑foot wireless tower with 10 antennas in the Special Recreation zone (environmental exemption noted)
• 3795 La Crescenta Avenue – request for a 30‑foot rooftop wireless facility on a commercial building in the C1‑I Neighborhood Commercial zone (exceeds the 25‑foot limit)
• Zoning Code Amendment (PZC‑0010‑2024) – recommendation to the City Council on changes to Title 30 regarding drive‑through requirements (CEQA exempt)

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will approve the minutes from its June 4 and June 25, 2024 meetings. A closed‑session portion is scheduled, followed by oral communications limited to non‑agenda items. The board will also consider any new business and staff comments before adjourning.

• Approval of minutes from the Regular Housing Authority and Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting of June 4, 2024
• Approval of minutes from the Joint City Council and Housing Authority meeting of June 25, 2024
• Closed session
• Oral communications (public speakers limited to 5 minutes, no decision made)
• New business

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will meet to vote on releasing a Request for Proposals for a new police tow contractor. It will also consider several actions proposed by the City Attorney concerning the nomination, removal, and conduct of board and commission members, including a new recruitment process, removal of Title 2 members, a complaint‑handling procedure, and an amendment to Municipal Code §2.36.010.

• Motion to release Request for Proposals for Police Department tow contractor
• Resolution establishing a recruitment and selection process for board and commission appointments
• Motion removing Title 2 board members and commissioners subject to replacement or reappointment
• Resolution establishing procedure to address complaints or allegations of misconduct against board and commission members
• Ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code §2.36.010 regarding terms of board and commission members

City Council

The council will hold a closed session at 1:00 PM to receive instructions for negotiators on price and payment terms for several properties on North Glendale Avenue, North Everett Street, North Orange Street, North Adams, and S. Central Avenue. The session also includes updates on existing and anticipated litigation and a public‑employment attorney matter. After the closed session, the council will address regular business, consent items, and several action items.

• Closed session negotiations for properties at 220‑236 North Glendale Ave and 215‑235 North Everett St
• Closed session negotiations for 309 North Orange St (MGP XII Glendale Central LLC)
• Closed session negotiations for 332 & 336 North Adams (Adamyan Living Trust)
• Closed session negotiations for 1000 S. Central Ave (Aria Investments, LLC)
• Consent item: $61,000 painting contract for 140 N. Isabel Building and Civic Center Parking Garage stairways

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission will recognize homeless count volunteers and Senior Street Fest sponsors. The body will also receive reports on HUD grant funds and Capital Improvement Program updates.

• Recognition of Homeless Count Volunteers and Donors
• Recognition of Senior Street Fest Gold Sponsors
• Acceptance of grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the 2023 Continuum of Care Program and 2024 Homeless Point-in-Time Count
• Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Update
• Approval of June 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a project to add a bathroom, trellis, and deck to an existing single-family home. The proposed work is located at the rear of the property on a 12,456 square foot lot.

• Design Review for 1330 Balmoral Drive: addition of a 52 square foot bathroom, 421 square foot trellis, and 833 square foot deck

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed programming for 2024 Beyond the Box. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Proposed programming for 2024 Beyond the Box

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will consider approving revised and new job specifications for city roles. The meeting also includes a report on past due employee performance evaluations and a closed session regarding an Integrated Waste Worker reinstatement.

• Approval of revised Director of Finance class specification and job bulletin
• Approval of new Parking and Police Services Administrator class specification
• Report on past due employee job performance evaluations
• Closed session regarding Integrated Waste Worker reinstatement

City Council

The City Council will consider various consent items including stormwater planning and police department grants. Action items include weed control contracts and fire system improvements. A closed session is scheduled to discuss real property negotiations on North Glendale Avenue and North Everett Street.

• Property acquisition negotiations for 220-236 North Glendale Avenue and various North Everett Street locations
• Stormwater Master Plan and Discharge Compliance Reporting agreement with Wood Rodgers, Inc. for $848,206
• Police Department counseling services agreement with The Counseling Team International up to $130,000
• Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program award of $483,524 for law enforcement
• Weed Control Services contract with Pest Options, Inc. for $752,400 total over three years

Special Meeting of the Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will meet to approve the selection of Student Ex Officio non-voting members. The meeting also includes reports on environmental preferable purchasing and updates from the Sustainability Office.

• Selection and appointment of Student Ex Officio non-voting members
• Environmental Preferable Purchasing report
• Sustainability Office event update
• Sustainability Office work plan update

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a closed session regarding real property negotiations. The discussion involves instructions for negotiators concerning the price and terms of payment for several properties.

• Property acquisition negotiation: 220 and 234-236 North Glendale Avenue
• Property acquisition negotiation: 215-217, 223-225, and 231 North Everett Street

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will discuss a new project for the Pacific BMW Car Dealership. The proposal includes constructing a 171,140 square-foot above-ground parking structure with 450 spaces.

• 901-919 South Brand Boulevard: construction of a 5-story, 171,140 SF parking structure
• Demolition of existing surface parking lot and a 561 SF accessory building
• Relocation of existing solar panel structures to the new structure's rooftop

Special GWP Commission Meeting

The GWP Commission will meet to hear staff reports regarding energy and capital programs. The agenda includes discussions on a summer energy assessment, capital programs, and a wildfire mitigation plan.

• Summer Energy Assessment report
• Capital Programs report
• Wildfire Mitigation Plan report

Special City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss the Sister City Program update and a wildfire mitigation plan for Glendale Water and Power. Additionally, the council will consider renewing various city insurance policies for the 2024-25 fiscal year.

• Sister City Program Update
• Resolution adopting Annual Update to Glendale Water and Power’s Wildfire Mitigation Plan
• Annual renewal of insurance policies not-to-exceed $9,098,134.00

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority are considering the acceptance of federal grant funds. The funds are provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the 2023 Continuum of Care Program. The bodies will also note and file the 2024 Homeless Point-in-Time Count.

• Acceptance of $2,930,721 in grant funds from HUD for the 2023 Continuum of Care (CoC) Program
• Note and file the City of Glendale’s 2024 Homeless Point-in-Time Count

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the Fiscal Year 2024-25 citywide budget and various fee schedules. Additional business includes authorizing electric revenue bonds up to $230,000,000 and appointing an Interim Director of Finance.

• Adoption of the FY 2024-25 City of Glendale Budget
• Issuance of Glendale Water & Power Electric Revenue Bonds up to $230,000,000
• Appointment of Michele Flynn as Interim Director of Finance
• $122,810 contract for Citywide Pedestrian and Bicycle Counts
• $75,000 and $470,300 in Los Angeles County aging and disability funding

Arts and Culture Commission

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will review funding proposals for public art in Montrose and a school district exhibition. The meeting also includes the appointment of two commissioners to the 2028 Olympics Committee.

• $300,000 maximum for Montrose Circular Benches artwork design and installation
• $8,000 sponsorship for Brand Library & Art Center and Glendale Unified School District exhibition
• Public art donation of “Ride like the Wind” by Catherine Hrenda
• Appointment of two commissioners to the 2028 Olympics Committee

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 3235 Cornwall Drive. The meeting also includes updates on pending historic districts and various historic resource surveys.

• Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 3235 Cornwall Drive
• Approval of April 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update regarding status of pending and proposed historic districts
• Update on East/West Glendale and North Glendale Historic Resource Surveys

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Commission will select two voting members to serve on a committee to recruit student members. The meeting also includes reviewing monthly activity reports and recognizing cruise night sponsors.

• Selection of two voting members for the Student Member Selection Committee
• Recognition of Cruise Night Sponsors
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for April 2024
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for May 2024

Special Meeting of the Sustainability Commission

The commission will review draft measures for the Climate Action and Adaptation Plan to prioritize Phase 1 actions. Members will also discuss recommendations for building electrification options proposed by Rincon Consultants, Inc.

• Review of Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Phase 1 actions
• Building electrification recommendations for City Council
• Environmental Preferable Purchasing report
• Approval of April 4 and March 6 meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will consider two residential construction projects. The items include a new pool deck on Starvale Road and floor area additions on Thompson Avenue. The board will also review minutes from several previous meetings.

• Proposed 1,335 square-foot pool deck at 1990 Starvale Road
• Proposed second-story and first-floor addition at 1369 Thompson Avenue
• Approval of Design Review Board minutes from February, April, and May 2024

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Stage I Preliminary Design Review for a proposed housing project. The development at 126-128 South Kenwood Street would consist of a five-story, 40-unit multi-family building with 73 parking spaces and a public open space area.

• Public hearing for Stage I Preliminary Design Review (Case No. PDR-002684-2023)
• Proposed 40-unit, 5-story multi-family development at 126-128 South Kenwood Street
• Development includes 73 parking spaces and a public open space area

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including a contract extension for cabling services and the standardization of IT manufacturers. The agenda also includes the appointment of an Interim Director of Finance and discussions regarding annual assessments for landscape maintenance.

• Extension of Wilsys Communications low voltage cabling contract by three years with a $749,000 increase to a total of $799,000
• Resolution establishing Cisco Systems, Microsoft, and Palo Alto Networks as standard IT infrastructure manufacturers
• Annual assessment levy for the North San Fernando Road Corridor Landscape Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2024-25
• Appointment of Michele Flynn as Interim Director of Finance
• Proclamation designating June 2024 as Pride Month

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is reviewing a request to renew a conditional use permit for a medical residential facility at 1058 Ruberta Avenue. The agenda also includes a proposal for a new 2,963 square foot residence at 519 Valentine Drive with four requested variances.

• Conditional use permit renewal for a medical residential congregate living facility at 1058 Ruberta Avenue
• Construction of a new 2,963 square foot, three-story residence at 519 Valentine Drive
• Four requested variances for 519 Valentine Drive regarding building height, driveway length, and setbacks

Glendale Housing Authority

The June 4, 2024, meeting of the Glendale Housing Authority consists of procedural business. No substantive items such as contracts or rezonings are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 21, 2024

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will consider the FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs. This plan involves a total of $3,710,552 in funding to be submitted to HUD. The meeting also includes the adoption of the FY 2024-25 Glendale Housing Authority Budget.

• FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan totaling $3,710,552 for CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs
• Adoption of the FY 2024-25 Glendale Housing Authority Budget
• Resolution adopting an Environmental Negative Declaration
• Approval of expenditures for Low Moderate Income Housing Asset Funds

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed FY 2024-25 citywide budget and fee schedule changes. Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider several action items including police union memorandums of understanding and an urban wildlife management plan.

• FY 2024-25 Citywide Budget and Fee Schedule hearing
• Memorandum of Understanding with Glendale Police Officers’ Association
• Memorandum of Understanding with Glendale Management Association (Sworn Police Managers)
• Adoption of an Urban Wildlife Management Plan
• Contract amendment for N. Harris Computer Corporation up to $7,327,908

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider a request for a Conditional Use Permit for Ocean Spa. This permit would allow the massage establishment to continue operating in the C3 Commercial 1 Services zone.

• Conditional Use Permit for Ocean Spa at 1346 E Colorado Street

Glendale Housing Authority

The May 21, 2024, Glendale Housing Authority meeting agenda consists of procedural matters. It includes roll call and the approval of minutes from the May 7, 2024, meeting. No specific business or new items are listed for discussion.

• Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2024, meeting

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a special public meeting regarding finance matters. The discussion focuses on Study Session #4, which includes follow-up items and internal service departments.

• Study Session #4: Follow-Up Items and Internal Service Departments

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed map for transitioning to district-based elections. The agenda also includes decisions on transit system upgrades, police equipment, and road rehabilitation projects.

• Proposed map for transition to district-based councilmember elections
• Police Mobile Command Post contract not to exceed $1,885,620
• La Crescenta Avenue Rehabilitation Project contract award of $15,433,821
• Beeline Transit fare collection and contactless payment system purchases
• Acceptance of a $1,691,400 federal security grant

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The commission will discuss providing feedback and a recommendation to the City Council regarding the development of a park at Parking Lot 11. Additionally, the body will review updates to the selection process for student ex officio non-voting members.

• Recommendation on converting Parking Lot 11 into a park
• Resolution to update Student Ex Officio Non-Voting Member selection process
• Approval of April 15, 2024 meeting minutes
• Monthly activity reports for Park and Recreation services

Arts and Culture Commission

The commission will consider a funding proposal for the Armenian Film Society's festival in September 2024. Discussion items include guidelines for displaying public art in city-owned facilities and an update on the 2023-2024 work plan. A presentation regarding library, arts, and culture events is also scheduled.

• $5,000 sponsorship proposal for Armenian Film Society programming
• Guidelines and procedures for public art in city-owned facilities
• Discussion of the Be the Change: Armat – Armenian History Celebration Event
• 2023-2024 Work Plan progress update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a motion to approve a use variance for the Chamlian Armenian School. The request seeks to allow the school to continue operating at 4444 Lowell Avenue after its previous approval expired in April 2024. No changes to the school's enrollment or operations are proposed.

• Use variance for Chamlian Armenian School (PVAR 001880-2023)

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer is reviewing an application for a Conditional Use Permit at 1540 West Glenoaks Boulevard. The permit would allow the continued operation of a massage establishment in the Community Commercial zone.

• Conditional Use Permit for a massage establishment at 1540 West Glenoaks Boulevard

City Council

The City Council will meet to consider several items including a real property negotiation for Trader Joe’s on Honolulu Avenue. The regular business agenda includes various consent items regarding public works projects and community funding.

• Negotiation of sale for City-owned property at 2448-2460 Honolulu Avenue
• Construction contract for Scholl Canyon Perimeter Fencing Replacement Project for $153,664 plus $15,366 contingency
• Professional Services Agreement for Montrose Parking Analysis and Employee Parking Program update for $193,250
• Acceptance of $50,000 in funding for the Elderly Nutrition Program C-2 Home Delivered Meals Program
• Ordinance amending Glendale Municipal Code Title 30 regarding design review, entitlements, and parking

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding the proposed FY 2024-25 Citywide Budget. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance to amend the 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code.

• Study Session #3: Proposed FY 2024-25 Citywide Budget
• Ordinance amending 2023 Glendale Building and Safety Code
• Resolution adopting findings and analysis of amendments to the California Building Standards Code

Commission on the Status of Women

The Commission will consider requests for City Council proclamations regarding Pride Month and Women's Equality Day. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Armenian Relief Society and an update on a recent women's empowerment panel.

• Request for June 2024 Pride Month proclamation
• Request for August 26, 2024 Women’s Equality Day proclamation
• Presentation by the Armenian Relief Society
• Motion providing direction on state legislation
• Update on 'Women Supporting Women' empowerment panel

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will review proposed amendments to development standards for multi-family and mixed-use projects in commercial districts. The board will also consider a project at 1329 Thompson Avenue involving the construction of a new two-story home and an accessory dwelling unit.

• Proposed code amendments for multi-family development (PZC-009-2023)
• New objective design standards for residential mixed-use projects
• Construction of a new 2,348 SF single-family home at 1329 Thompson Avenue
• Creation of a new 675 SF detached accessory dwelling unit (ADU)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to consider several employment-related actions. The agenda includes approving various job bulletins and revised class specifications, as well as reviewing meeting minutes.

• Job bulletin for Civil Engineering Associate
• Job bulletin for Police Lieutenant
• Revised class specification for Public Works Administrator
• Revised class specification for Electrician
• Job bulletin for Firefighter Recruit / Paramedic – Lateral

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will hold a study session regarding city finances. The session includes discussions on a fee study, potential pension refinancing, and infrastructure bonds.

• Study Session #2: Fee Study
• Potential Pension Refinancing
• Infrastructure Bonds

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed council district maps and charter amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on labor agreements, airport authority appointments, and various city reports.

• Public hearing on proposed council district maps and transition to district-based elections
• Memorandum of Understanding between the City and Glendale City Employees’ Association
• Appointment of a representative to the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority
• Update on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project by Metro Staff
• Specification No. 3982 for Glendale Water & Power vault dewatering and hazardous waste disposal

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will meet to conduct regular business, including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The primary action item is the selection of a new Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Selection of new Housing Authority Chair and Vice-Chair

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The commission will review the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes. The agenda includes reports on legislative updates, Pure Water Southern California, and the renewable portfolio and energy update.

• Approval of the April 1, 2024, Meeting Minutes
• Legislative Update report
• Update on Pure Water Southern California
• Renewable Portfolio and Energy Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a 24-month time extension for a subdivision map at 610 W Broadway to create 28 condominium units. The commission is also reviewing a use variance request to allow the continued operation of Chamlian Armenian School at 4444 Lowell Avenue.

• Time extension for 28-unit condominium subdivision at 610 W Broadway
• Use variance request for Chamlian Armenian School at 4444 Lowell Avenue
• Approval of March 6, 2024, and April 17, 2024, meeting minutes

Special City Council

The City Council will hold a study session regarding General Fund projections, the proposed FY 2024-25 budget, and a five-year forecast. Additionally, the Council will consider a motion to approve the use of the Alex Theatre for an anniversary show.

• Study Session: FY 2023-24 General Fund Projection, Proposed FY 2024-25 General Fund Budget, and Five-Year General Fund Forecast
• Motion to approve use of the Alex Theatre for Armenian Fairytale’s 30th Anniversary Show on May 18, 2024

City Council

The Glendale City Council will review several contracts and infrastructure projects. This includes a multi-year agreement for parking management services and updates to the municipal zoning code. The council will also consider property disposition and various grant appropriations.

• $17,297,535 contract with LAZ Parking California LLC for parking management services
• $1,173,875 appropriation for the Glendale Municipal Green Zone Crew Project
• $76,810 increase to the Glendale Recycling Center operation contract
• Disposition of city property near 1015 N. Central Avenue to the Armenian Church
• Ordinance introduction regarding Glendale Municipal Code zoning standards

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee will review the Internal Audit Activity Report as of March 31, 2024. The agenda also includes a report regarding the posting of the meeting agenda and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Internal Audit Activity Report as of March 31, 2024
• Approval of January 25, 2024, meeting minutes

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will discuss several single-family home projects. These include a replacement home on Thurlene Road and new builds on Corona Drive and Sandringham Drive.

• Proposed demolition of an existing house to build a 3,471 SF home at 1441 Thurlene Road
• Construction of a new 3,012 SF residence at 1434 Corona Drive
• New 5,067 SF residence with pool and basement proposed for 1000 Sandringham Drive

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Commission will review a motion regarding the Glenoaks Boulevard Bicycle Facilities Project. The proposal includes repurposing travel lanes and adding bike lanes between Geneva Street and Central Avenue.

• Glenoaks Boulevard Bicycle Facilities Project: implementation of Alternative 3

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will review progress on the 2023-2024 Work Plan and discuss public art for the Artsakh Avenue Re-Development Project. Additionally, a presentation regarding library, arts, and culture events is scheduled.

• Artsakh Avenue Re-Development Project: Public Art
• 2023-2024 Work Plan Progress
• Library, Arts & Culture Events presentation

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review a proposed addition to a single-family residence at 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue. Additionally, the body will review the 2022/23 Certified Local Government Report.

• Proposed addition of 599 SF to second floor and 489 SF to first floor at 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue
• Proposed 377 SF addition to existing detached two-car garage at 1239 Rossmoyne Avenue
• Review of 2022/23 Certified Local Government Report

Planning Commission

The commission will consider renewing operating permits for a banquet hall and nightclub at 1018 East Colorado Street. Additionally, the body will review a permit to continue operations for an existing wireless telecommunications facility at 250 Mesa Lila Road.

• Renewal of use variance, conditional use permit, and administrative use permit for banquet hall and nightclub at 1018 East Colorado Street
• Permit to continue operating a wireless telecommunications facility at 250 Mesa Lila Road

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will meet to select a new Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the April 2, 2024 meeting.

• Selection of new Housing Authority Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2024 meeting

City Council

The City Council will review several public works projects, including multi-modal improvements for Colorado Street and Wilson Avenue. Action items include a request to bypass competitive bidding for a new police helicopter and an amendment to the City Attorney's employment agreement.

• Purchase of MD-530F helicopter from MD Helicopters, Inc.
• $842,680 professional engineering services for Colorado Street Multi-Modal Improvements Project
• $698,400 professional engineering services for Wilson Avenue Multi-Modal Improvements Project
• $2,466,278 appropriation for San Fernando Road Beautification Project Phase I
• Increase of $350,000 to Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. contract for fiber optic upgrades

Special City Council - Organization Meeting

The Glendale City Council will hold an organization meeting following the March 5, 2024, General Municipal Election. The agenda includes declaring election results and administering oaths of office to newly elected council members.

• Resolution declaring the results of the March 5, 2024, General Municipal Election
• Oath of office for newly elected council members
• Seating of the new City Council

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The Commission will consider providing feedback and a recommendation to the City Council regarding the development concept for Parking Lot 11. The meeting also includes reports on inclusive playground amenities and monthly activity updates.

• Recommendation on Parking Lot 11 Park Development Concept
• Report on Inclusive Playground Amenities in Glendale parks
• Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for February 2024
• Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for March 2024

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board will consider several projects involving home demolitions, new constructions, and additions. These items include the development of a new two-story house with an accessory dwelling unit and expansions to existing single-family residences.

• New 2,348 SF house and 675 SF ADU at 1329 Thompson Avenue
• Second-story and first-floor addition at 1433 Mildine Drive
• New 2,287 SF two-story house at 1349 Thompson Avenue

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission is reviewing several updates to city job classifications and bulletins. Proposed actions include approving revised specifications for Public Safety Business Management and Deputy Fire Chief positions. The commission will also consider canceling the eligible list for Case Worker I.

• Revised class specification series for Public Safety Business Management
• Revised class specification and job bulletin for Deputy Fire Chief
• Job bulletin for Fire Engineer
• Cancellation of the Case Worker I eligible list

Special Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Special Civil Service Commission will meet on April 9, 2024. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss public employee discipline for a Housing Technician. Other items include roll call and adjournment.

• Closed session regarding Public Employee Discipline – Housing Technician

Sustainability Commission

The Sustainability Commission will hold elections for a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The commission is also scheduled to approve the 2024-25 Annual Work Plan for submission to the City Council.

• Election of Sustainability Commission Chairperson
• Election of Sustainability Commission Vice Chairperson
• Approval of the Sustainability Commission’s 2024-25 Work Plan
• Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update
• Earth Day 2024 Update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a tentative subdivision map for a new residential development. The project involves creating a 6-unit condominium in the High Density Residential zone.

• Tentative subdivision map for 354 West Wilson Avenue (6-unit residential condominium)

Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale Housing Authority will hold a public hearing regarding the Section 8 Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025. 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 2024-2025
• Resolution Adopting and Authorizing the Submission of the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2024-2025

Special City Council

The Glendale City Council will discuss proposed changes to residential and commercial zoning standards. The council will also consider processes for leasing or developing certain city-owned properties.

• Proposed amendments to GMC Chapter 30.11 and 30.12 regarding multi-family development standards
• Review of objective design standards for residential mixed-use projects
• Direction on preparing resolutions for Surplus Land Act exemptions for city property
• Preparation of requests for proposals for the future development of certain city land

Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority

The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority are meeting to present a proclamation. The presentation designates April 1-5, 2024, as "National Community Development Week" via the Community Services & Parks Department.

• Proclamation designating April 1-5, 2024, as "National Community Development Week"

City Council

The City Council will conduct the selection of a new Mayor and issue several proclamations. The agenda also includes an ordinance amendment regarding Glendale Water and Power electric rates and a hearing regarding unpermitted demolition at 1239 N. Everett Street.

• Selection of a New Mayor
• Ordinance amending electric rates for Glendale Water & Power for fiscal years 2024 to 2027
• Review of Fire Services Master Plan produced by CityGate Associates
• Amendment to the City Attorney employment agreement for Michael J. Garcia
• Hearing regarding unpermitted demolition of a historic resource at 1239 N. Everett Street

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The Commission will conduct elections for President and Secretary and establish its agenda order. Staff reports include discussions on water supply sustainability, public benefit programs, customer engagement, and fleet electrification impacts.

• GWP Commission Elections (President and Secretary)
• Establishing Glendale Water & Power Commission Agenda Order
• Approval of October 2, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approval of March 4, 2024 meeting minutes

Special City Council

The City Council will consider approving specific event uses at the Alex Theatre. Additionally, the Council will provide feedback on a proposed work plan intended to improve the entitlement and permitting process.

• Use of Alex Theatre for Armenian Genocide Commemoration Event on April 21, 2024
• Use of Alex Theatre for Jacob Armen presentation of Rhythm Is Us
• Feedback on proposed work plan to improve the entitlement and permitting process

City Council

The City Council will consider several items including a $933,000 grant for Fremont Park renovation and amendments to the municipal code regarding mayoral selection. The meeting also includes discussions on weed abatement, electric rate ordinances, and various professional service agreements.

• $933,000 grant for Fremont Park Renovation
• $285,000 agreement with Biocom California Institute
• $852,000 increase for citywide HVAC maintenance contract
• $155,250 agreement to administer the Green Business Program
• Ordinance regarding Glendale Water and Power electric rates

Special Transportation and Parking Commission

The Commission will receive a development update regarding the Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan. This includes a request for comments on the proposed Bikelane Network and implementation phasing.

• Citywide Bicycle Transportation Plan (BTP) development update
• Request for comments on proposed Bikelane Network and implementation phasing

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider a Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 1200 Moncado Drive. The meeting also includes a continued review of 2022 Mills Act applications for properties in historic districts. Additionally, there will be an update on pending and proposed historic districts.

• Glendale Register nomination and Mills Act application for 1200 Moncado Drive
• Review of 2022 Mills Act applications for contributing properties in historic districts
• Update on pending and proposed historic districts

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Artsakh Avenue Re-Development Project and progress on the 2023-2024 Work Plan. Additionally, staff will present information regarding Library, Arts & Culture events and the 2023 Urban Art Fund fee summary.

• Artsakh Avenue Re-Development Project update
• Urban Art Fund: 2023 Fee Summary
• 2023-2024 Work Plan Progress Updates
• Library, Arts & Culture Events presentation

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission

The meeting consists of routine administrative items, including the introduction of new or promoted employees. The commission will also receive monthly activity reports for the Workforce Development, Recreation, and Park Services sections.

• Approval of January 22, 2024, special meeting minutes
• Workforce Development Section Activity Report
• Recreation & Community Services monthly activity reports for January and February 2024
• Park Services monthly activity reports for December 2023 and January 2024

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board is reviewing several residential development projects. These include a new 12-unit apartment complex on South Maryland Avenue and single-family home construction or additions. The board will also consider the demolition and reconstruction of a residence on Glenmont Drive.

• New 12-unit multi-family building at 1242 and 1246 South Maryland Avenue, including two affordable units
• Construction of a new 5,200 square-foot single-family home at 1519 Glenmont Drive
• Second-story addition and remodel for the residence at 1540 Virginia Avenue

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will meet to discuss proposed programming for the Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station exhibits. This is a special meeting scheduled for March 13, 2024.

• Adams Square Mini Park Gas Station Exhibits – Proposed Programming

City Council

The City Council will vote on appropriations totaling $7 million for multimodal and transportation improvements. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and property acquisitions. Additionally, the council will review changes to the nomination process for city boards and commissions.

• $3,000,000 appropriation for South Central Avenue Multimodal and Transportation Improvements Project
• $4,000,000 appropriation for North Glendale Avenue Multimodal and Transportation Improvements Project
• $276,034 contract with Verde Design, Inc. for Pacific Park/Edison artificial turf replacement
• Property negotiations involving 440 and 444 W. Cypress St. and Los Angeles St. locations
• Revisions to the recruitment and selection process for boards and commissions

Special Joint Meeting between the Planning Commission and the Sustainability Commission

The Planning Commission and Sustainability Commission will review a report regarding the Proposed Bike Network Map and the phasing of the Bicycle Transportation Plan. This is an informational item for receiving a report and providing feedback; no formal action to approve or adopt these items will be taken.

• Review of Proposed Bike Network Map and Phasing of the Bicycle Transportation Plan

Glendale Housing Authority

The March 5, 2024, Glendale Housing Authority meeting agenda consists of procedural matters. The only listed action is the approval of minutes from the February 6, 2024, meeting. No specific business items or new projects are detailed for discussion.

• Approval of February 6, 2024, meeting minutes

Special City Council

The City Council will meet to review proposed pre-approved accessory dwelling unit plans. The council is considering a motion to provide feedback regarding these plans.

• Review of potential pre-approved accessory dwelling unit plans

City Council

The City Council will consider purchasing battery-electric buses, chargers, and minivans for transit services. The agenda also includes a construction contract for the Fire Training Center Tower and a new residential subdivision at 421 Salem Street.

• Purchase of five battery-electric buses from New Flyer of America, Inc.
• Installation of three battery-electric bus chargers via BP Pulse Fleet North America, Inc.
• Construction contract for Fire Training Center Tower at $176,424 plus contingency
• Approval of a 3-unit residential condominium subdivision at 421 Salem Street
• Purchase of six replacement Braun minivans for Dial-A-Ride services

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The committee will consider reprogramming $171,841 in returned Community Capital Improvement Project funds from previous fiscal years. Members will also discuss funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025 capital improvement projects.

• Reprogramming of $171,841 in returned CDBG project funds
• FY 2022-2023 Ascencia Repiping Project ($31,840)
• FY 2023-2024 Ascencia Repiping Project ($20,001)
• FY 2023-2024 Neighborhood Legal Services of LA Project ($120,000)
• Funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025 Capital Improvement Projects

Glendale Water and Power Commission

The commission will conduct elections for the positions of President and Secretary. The meeting also includes staff reports on water supply sustainability, legislative updates, and fleet electrification impacts on infrastructure.

• Elections for GWP Commission President and Secretary
• Approval of October 2, 2023, and November 6, 2023, meeting minutes
• Report on Glendale water supply sustainability
• Report on fleet electrification impacts on infrastructure

CDBG Advisory Committee Special Meeting

The CDBG Advisory Committee will select its Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2024–2025 term. The committee is also scheduled to conduct interviews and make funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025 Public Social Services. Additionally, members will consider a contingency funding plan for public social services.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for March 2024 – March 2025
• Funding recommendations for FY 2024-2025 Public Social Services
• Direction to staff regarding a CDBG Contingency Funding Plan
• Review of financial ratios for FY 2024-2025 funding applications

Senior Services Committee Meeting

The Senior Services Committee will review updates on senior programs and events from late 2023. The meeting includes an oral report regarding the Senior Needs Assessment Survey Update. Members will also consider approving proposed activities for May's "Older Americans Month."

• Approval of November 29, 2023, meeting minutes
• Senior Programs and Events Update (November 2023–December 2023)
• Senior Needs Assessment Survey Update
• Review and approval of proposed May "Older Americans Month" activities

Special Arts and Culture Commission Meeting

The Artist Review and Selection Committee will meet to discuss proposed programming for the 2024 Performance Series. This special meeting is held by the Glendale Arts and Culture Commission.

• Discussion of 2024 Performance Series – Proposed Programming

Special City Council

The City Council will consider a contract amendment with SWA to provide additional design services for the former Rockhaven Sanitarium at 2713 Honolulu Avenue. The proposed amendment would increase the contract by $900,765, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $1,050,765. Council will also discuss preferred next steps regarding the preservation and reuse of the property.

• Contract amendment with SWA for $900,765 in additional design services
• New total not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,050,765
• Discussion on next steps for the preservation and reuse of 2713 Honolulu Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider several action items including a large sanitary sewer assessment project and various labor memorandums of understanding. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a 33-unit residential development at Irving Avenue.

• $2,768,975 plus contingency for Phase II Sanitary Sewer CCTV Assessment
• $453,200 contract for citywide industrial pump maintenance and repairs
• $1,307,140 appropriation for Glendale Management Association MOU
• Final Map approval for 28-unit residential condominium at 2608-2612 Honolulu Avenue
• Density bonus hearing for a 33-unit housing project at 413, 417, and 419 Irving Avenue

Transportation and Parking Commission

The Commission will consider appointing one member to the Project Development Team for the Vision Zero Action Plan. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from a special meeting held on November 21, 2023.

• Appointing a commission member to the Vision Zero Action Plan Project Development Team
• Approval of minutes from the November 21, 2023, special meeting

Design Review Board

The Glendale Design Review Board is reviewing several residential construction proposals. These include new single-family homes and multi-family buildings at various locations. The board is also conducting a Stage I design review for a large development on North Brand Boulevard.

• Proposed 858-unit, 858,000 SF multi-family development at 601 North Brand Boulevard
• New 11-unit multi-family building proposed for 246 North Jackson Street
• Construction of a single-family home at 511 Nolan Avenue
• New 5,200 SF single-family dwelling proposed for 1519 Glenmont Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a street vacation request for an 11-unit housing project at the corner of Jackson Street and California Avenue. The commission will also review proposed amendments to the Glendale Municipal Code regarding design review, parking requirements, and entitlement processes.

• Street vacation Case No. 191V at 246 North Jackson Street
• Zoning Code Amendment (Case No. PZC-0004-2023) regarding design review and parking standards
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from December 6, 2023, and January 17, 2024

Special Civil Service Commission Meeting

The Commission will consider several personnel actions including job bulletins and class specifications for various city roles. The meeting also includes a request to cancel an eligible list for the Community Services Supervisor / Pacific Community Center position.

• Job bulletin for Senior Planner
• Class specification for Claims and Support Services Coordinator
• Class specification for Data Analyst
• Class specification for Traffic Crew Supervisor
• Job bulletin for Administrative Associate / HMIS

Special City Council: Council In Your Neighborhood

The City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss several Public Works projects. Discussion items include upgrades to the Brand Hiking Trail, the North Brand Demonstration Project, and an Indigenous Tree Ordinance.

• Brand Hiking Trail Upgrades
• North Brand Demonstration Project
• Indigenous Tree Ordinance and Canopy Increase

Arts and Culture Commission

The Commission will review the 2023–2024 work plan progress and consider a new work plan. Action items include a potential sponsorship for Imagine Theatre and approval of upcoming programs.

• Imagine Theatre sponsorship for artist stipends not to exceed $5,000
• 2024-2025 Work Plan programs and projects up to $2,200,000 from the Urban Art Fund
• Review of 2023–2024 Work Plan progress updates

Historic Preservation Commission

The Glendale Historic Preservation Commission will discuss procedures for assessing Mills Act applications for historic district contributors. The meeting also includes an update on the pending Bellehurst Historic District Survey.

• Discussion of Mills Act application procedures
• Update on Bellehurst Historic District Survey
• Approval of January 18, 2024 minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for Beeline transit services and adopt new ordinances for indigenous tree protections. The agenda also includes a memorandum of understanding with the Glendale Firefighters' Association and closed session labor negotiations.

• Beeline transit services contract with MV Transportation, Inc. up to $82,546,667
• Ordinances for public and private indigenous tree protections
• MOU between the City and Glendale Firefighters' Association Local 776
• Negotiations regarding the sale of city property at N. Central Ave. and W. Glenoaks Blvd.

Commission on the Status of Women

The Commission on the Status of Women is considering several recommendations for the City Council. These include signing the California Equal Pay Pledge and issuing proclamations for various awareness months. The Commission will also consider forming an ad hoc committee regarding a human trafficking notice.

• Recommendation to sign the California Equal Pay Pledge
• Proclamation requests for Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day
• Proclamation requests for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Denim Day
• Appointment of an Ad Hoc Committee on a Human Trafficking Notice
• Presentation on Women’s History Month Events at ace/121 Gallery

Design Review Board

The Design Review Board will consider a proposal to replace an existing house with a new two-story residence at 1645 Las Flores Drive. The board will also discuss citywide multi-family zoning amendments and objective design standards. Additionally, the meeting includes the election of a new chairperson.

• New construction project at 1645 Las Flores Drive
• Citywide multi-family zoning amendments (Case No. PZC-0008-2023)
• Election of a new chairperson

Planning Hearing Officer

The Planning Hearing Officer will consider a request for setback and standards variances. The project involves constructing a 3,285 square-foot, two-story single-family home with an attached two-car garage on a hillside lot.

• Setback and standards variance for 589 Arch Place