Glendale public meetings in 2023
20 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Arts and Culture Commission
The Commission will discuss decorative fencing as part of the San Fernando Road Beautification Project. The meeting also includes progress updates on the 2023-2024 Work Plan and a presentation regarding library, arts, and culture events.
- San Fernando Road Beautification Project – Decorative Fencing discussion
- 2023-2024 Work Plan progress updates
- Library, Arts & Culture Events presentation
- Approval of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Glendale Housing Authority
This meeting agenda consists of procedural matters for the Glendale Housing Authority. It includes roll call and the approval of minutes from previous meetings in December. No substantive business or new items are listed for discussion.
- Approval of December 5, 2023, meeting minutes
- Approval of December 12, 2023, joint meeting minutes
City Council
The Glendale City Council will review financial reports, employee compensation resolutions, and budget balancing strategies. The agenda includes an ordinance for issuing up to $230 million in electric revenue bonds. The council will also consider grant applications for baseball field restoration and open space acquisition.
- Ordinance for up to $230,000,000 in Electric Revenue Bonds
- $2,000,000 grant application for Casey Stengel Baseball Field Restoration
- $2,500,000 grant application for Mountain Oaks Open Space Acquisition
- Contract award to Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. as insurance broker
- Labor negotiations with Glendale Fire Fighters’ Association
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission
The Commission will consider a resolution to establish new rental fees for community tennis courts used by instructors teaching the public. The proposal recommends that the City Council update the Comprehensive Citywide Fee Schedule, effective January 18, 2024.
- Proposed fees for tennis court rentals on Glendale Tennis Courts
- Approval of November 20, 2023, meeting minutes
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) update
- Park Services Section Monthly Activity Report for October 2023
- Recreation & Community Services Section Monthly Activity Report for November 2023
Design Review Board
The Design Review Board is reviewing several residential construction proposals. This includes a 43-unit multi-family project on W. Milford Street that features eight affordable units for very low income households. The board will also consider single-family home projects on Saint Andrews and Sleepy Hollow Drive.
- 43-unit multi-family development at 424, 430 & 434 W. Milford Street featuring eight affordable units
- New 2,010 square-foot single-family house at 2508 Saint Andrews
- New 3,398 square-foot single-family home at 2441 Sleepy Hollow Drive
Glendale Successor Agency
The Glendale Successor Agency is meeting to review minutes from July and December 2022 meetings. The agency will also consider a resolution to adopt the FY 24-25 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) and administrative budget.
- Approval of July 12 and December 6, 2022 meeting minutes
- Adoption of FY 24-25 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS)
- Administrative budget for July 2024 through June 2025
Special City Council
The Glendale City Council is considering the 2024 Budget and Annual Work Plan for the Montrose Shopping Park Business Improvement District. The council will also consider a motion to extend the management agreement with the Montrose Shopping Park Association until December 31, 2028.
- Acceptance of Montrose Shopping Park Association 2024 Budget and Annual Work Plan
- Five-year extension of the management agreement with Montrose Shopping Park Association through December 31, 2028
Joint Meeting: Glendale City Council and Glendale Housing Authority
The Glendale City Council and Housing Authority will meet to consider noting and filing the FY 2022-23 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report. This item is a request from Community Development to officially record the report in accordance with state law.
- Note and file the FY 2022-23 Low and Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund (LMIHAF) Annual Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a permit for a new wireless facility on the rooftop of an apartment building at 1501 5th Street. The project involves installing six antennas and equipment that would increase the structure's height to 48'-3". The commission will also approve minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting.
- Wireless Telecommunications Facilities Permit for 1501 5th Street
- Approval of Planning Commission minutes from October 18, 2023
Special Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will receive updates on Climate Action and Adaptation draft strategies and the Bicycle Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes a legislative update and comments regarding Environmental Stewardship Awards.
- Climate Action and Adaptation DRAFT Strategies
- Bicycle Transportation Plan project update
- Environmental Stewardship Awards comments
- Legislative Update
Glendale Housing Authority
The December 5 meeting consists of procedural items and administrative reports. No substantive business or new projects are listed on this agenda.
- Approval of November 7 and November 14, 2023, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting Axon Enterprise Inc. as the standard for police department hardware and software, including body cameras and drones. The agenda also includes discussions on potential ballot measures to amend the City Charter and a dog park feasibility study.
- Police Department procurement of Axon Enterprise Inc. technology and software
- Potential ballot measures to amend the City Charter
- Dog Park Feasibility Study report and new location approval
- Historic designation for 1326 N. Maryland Avenue
- Plans for the Park Manor Slope Repair and Debris Mitigation Project
Senior Services Committee Meeting
The Senior Services Committee will consider approving a proposed Senior Needs Assessment Survey for public distribution. The committee will also receive an update on senior programs and events from August 2023 through October 2023.
- Proposed Senior Needs Assessment Survey
- Senior Programs and Events Update (August 2023-October 2023)
Special City Council
The Glendale City Council will review community development updates during this special meeting. The agenda includes a 12-month update for the Alex Theatre and an update on the entitlement and code review process. Council members will provide direction regarding theatre utilization and improvements to the review process.
- Alex Theatre 12-month update and direction on City day utilization
- Update on the Entitlement and Code Review Process
City Council
The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and utility rate adjustments. This includes a large construction contract for permeable alley projects and grant funds for nature education. The council will also consider ordinances regarding electric rates and firearms on city property.
- $8,345,145 construction contract for Permeable Alley Projects with Toro Enterprises, Inc.
- $252,755.46 grant from Metro for the Stone Barn Nature Center education program
- Ordinance establishing Glendale Water and Power electric rates through 2028
- Adjustments to the Glendale Care Program electric bill discount starting January 1, 2024
- Amendment to the city's ban on firearms and ammunition on city property
Transportation and Parking Commission
The Glendale Transportation and Parking Commission will receive an informational report regarding the Bicycle Transportation Plan. The meeting also includes the introduction of student commissioner Eric Eubank. Specific details for action and consent items are not provided in this agenda.
- Project Update: Bicycle Transportation Plan
- Introduction of Student Commissioner Eric Eubank
- Approval of August 21, 2023 meeting minutes
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission
The Glendale Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission will select its president and secretary for the November 2023 to November 2024 term. Staff will present a resolution proposing new rental fees for the Glendale Sports Complex commercial kitchen; if approved, the commission will recommend these changes to the City Council for inclusion in the citywide fee schedule effective December 20, 2023. Members will also vote on rescheduling the January and February 2024 meetings and approve minutes from the October session.
- Selection of Commission President and Secretary for November 2023–November 2024
- Proposed rental fees for the Glendale Sports Complex commercial kitchen, effective December 20, 2023
- Vote to reschedule January and February 2024 regular meetings
- Approval of October 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Arts and Culture Commission
The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission will vote on funding for artist stipends related to the Getty PST Art: Blended Worlds exhibit. The meeting also includes discussions regarding city-wide public art qualifications and progress on the 2023–2024 Work Plan.
- Artist stipends for Getty PST Art: Blended Worlds exhibit (not to exceed $200,000)
- City-Wide Public Art Request for Qualifications discussion
- 2023–2024 Work Plan progress review
Special City Council
The Glendale City Council held a special meeting on September 19, 2023. A motion was made to authorize a two‑year lease of the city‑owned property at 250 North Orange Street to Armenian Arts at $2,770 per month. A separate motion was made to note and file the 2022‑2023 Report on the Status of Women and Girls in Glendale. The minutes do not record any vote outcomes for either motion.
- Motion to lease 250 North Orange Street to Armenian Arts (outcome not recorded)
- Motion to note and file 2022‑2023 Status of Women and Girls report (outcome not recorded)
City Council
The City Council approved several public works contracts, including a major project at Pacific Park and the San Fernando Road Beautification Project. The council also settled a lawsuit and increased campaign contribution limits based on the Consumer Price Index.
- Approved $2,377,902 construction contract for Pacific Park Playground and Pool Shade Structure Project (4-0)
- Approved design and implementation of Alternative 2A for San Fernando Road Beautification Project (4-0)
- Approved $75,000 settlement to resolve lawsuit Helen Sadeghi v. City of Glendale (4-0)
- Increased campaign contribution limits from $1,190 to $1,340 (4-0)
- Approved $593,446 five-year contract with R3 Consulting Group for hauler performance and compliance audit (4-0)
- Approved $1,392,735 five-year contract with R&S Overhead Doors of Commerce for citywide industrial doors and gates maintenance (4-0)
- Approved $702,930 five-year contract with AZTech Elevator Company for citywide elevator maintenance (4-0)
- Approved $162,884 disbursement for Officer Wellness and Mental Health Grant Program (4-0)