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 This publication is brought to you by Mayor Paula Devine, and City Councilmembers Ara Najarian, Vrej Agajanian, Ardy Kassakhian, and Daniel Brotman.
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A Message from the City Manager, Roubik Golanian
Happy New Year, Glendale! We are officially in 2022 and I am excited for the opportunities that lie ahead! It’s safe to say that the past couple of years have been challenging, to say the least, but we have emerged stronger than before and with more resources that can help keep Glendale healthy and safe. In the spirit of safety, I’d like to remind you of the 12 actions you should take to prepare yourself and your family for an emergency at the start of each year. If you do one task each month, you'll be on your way to being prepared for any emergency by the end of the year (which will arrive sooner than you think).
January: Create a disaster communication plan
February: Store enough water for family and pets for at least 7 days
March: Store enough medications for family and pets for at least 30 days
April: Purchase an adequate first aid kit
May: Store enough food for family and pets for at least 7 days
June: Get a large or small container that will contain disaster supplies
July: Buy a portable radio, flashlights, and batteries for your disaster kit
August: Place clothing, shoes, sanitation and hygiene supplies in your disaster kit
September: Place tools in your disaster kit
October: Place cash in small bills in your disaster kit
November: Place copies of insurance policies and other important papers in your disaster kit
December: Update your disaster kit and review the plan with your family
Make a list of these monthly resolutions for 2022 in order to improve your preparedness! You can also learn more by visiting our Emergency Preparedness page.
Finally, I’d like to add one additional step to address the health and safety of our community: Get vaccinated and boosted! Visit glendaleca.gov/vaccine to learn how you can get your dose. In the meantime, it's crucial that everyone continues to wear their masks properly, maintain six feet from others when reasonably possible, and frequently wash hands with soap and warm water.
If the last two years have proven anything, it’s our ability to excel even in the face of significant challenges. Together we have created a sought-after community to live, work, and play. With a supportive and resilient community, we will seize every opportunity to continue to thrive.
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Keep Water Conservation Top of Mind
Mother nature has been helpful with rain this month, but we are still in a drought and facing a water shortage due to a low snowpack. To conserve water, remember to turn off automatic sprinklers two days before expected rainfall and leave them off at least two days after a good rainstorm. To save water indoors, use a bucket to collect the water in the shower as you wait for it to warm up and use that water in planters. Watering is limited to Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Every drop counts!
Click here for more water saving tips and information!
Grayson Repowering Project Upcoming Meetings
The proposed Grayson Repowering project means providing efficient and reliable power to Glendale homes and businesses, especially in times of emergency and high demand. On August 9, 2021, GWP published the Partially Recirculated Draft Environmental Impact Report (PR-DEIR) for a 98-day public comment period. An overview of the PR-DEIR will be presented to the Sustainability Commission on January 24, 2022, at 5:30 p.m., and the GWP Commission on January 31, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. The PR-DEIR will be presented for approval to the City Council on February 8, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. Click here for more information. Watch GWP’s video Providing Reliable Power to learn more about the need for the Grayson Repowering project.
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Join Us for a Virtual Community Meeting!
We want to know your thoughts on developing a dog park for the City of Glendale, at Pelanconi Park, 1000 Grandview Ave., or the Parking Lot 11 portion of the National Guard Armory site, located at 220 E. Colorado St.
We encourage the community to participate, so your feedback is considered in the planning process. The virtual community meeting will take place on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Joining the discussion is easy; just visit glendaleca.gov/dogpark at the meeting's start time.
Improvements to the Montrose Community Park are Complete!
The Montrose Community Park Improvements project included:
- The removal and reconstruction of deteriorated pavement.
- Selective removal and reconstruction of concrete, curbs, and sidewalks.
- Construction of curb ramps meeting ADA requirements.
- Removal of three trees.
- Installation of striping and other pavement markings in the parking lot.
- Removal and replacement of underground electrical infrastructure.
Montrose Park is one of 47 parks in the City of Glendale. Find more information by visiting our website!
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Everything You Need to Know:
Waste Collection
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Bulky Item Collection
Commercial & Multi-Family Units of 5 or more
Bulky item collection services are provided by one of the City’s four franchised haulers. Your property manager is responsible for scheduling the bulky item pick-up with your franchised hauler. Click here for more information on your hauler’s services.
Single & Multi-Family Units of 2-4
To schedule a free bulky item pick-up from Public Works Integrated Waste, submit your service request three days before your regular collection day.
 How to Recycle Your Christmas Tree:
- Remove all ornaments, decorations, bags, stands, bars, nails, and most tinsel. (Flocked and trees with fire retardant are accepted)
- Trees taller than 8 ft. must be cut in half.
- Place the tree at the curb or in the alley for pick-up on your refuse collection day.
- Trees will be picked up within 2 weeks.
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Find locations to donate items that are in reusable condition. You can also check out the Los Angeles County Toy Loan Program. If the items cannot be donated, schedule a Bulky Item Pick-Up. Dumping items on streets, sidewalks, or in front of donation centers are illegal.
Changes to Christmas Tree Collection
Commercial & Multi-Family Units of 5 or more
Commercial and multi-family properties with five or more units must contact their franchise hauler to recycle their Christmas tree. Click here to find your hauler.
Single & Multi-Family Units of 2-4
Public Works Integrated Waste will pick up your Christmas trees from single-family homes and multi-family properties with two to four units between December 27, 2021, and January 22, 2022.
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GYA COVID-19 Relief Program
The Glendale Youth Alliance (GYA) COVID-19 Program assists local youth ages 18-25 affected by COVID in returning their lives to normalcy. Individuals who have been laid off from work and/or receiving Unemployment Insurance between January 2020 through today qualify! GYA will provide intense case management and gas cards, work attire, pay utilities, and other supportive services to successfully transition youth into the workforce. For more information, please call (818) 937-8073.
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 Art Exhibit: You + Me = Community
Have you seen the latest art installation at the Richfield Gas Station in Adams Square Mini Park? The exhibit is called “You + Me = Community” and was installed by artist Cathy Hrenda. It will be on display until January 14, 2022, at the Adams Square Park located at 1020 E. Palmer Ave., Glendale, CA 91205.
Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike
Registration for the Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike is now open! Sign up today to participate on this exciting trek through one of the highest points in the Verdugo Mountains and back. The event takes place on May 1, 2022.
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