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 This publication is brought to you by Mayor Ardy Kassakhian and City Councilmembers Paula Devine, Ara Najarian, Daniel Brotman, and Elen Asatryan.
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A Message from the City Manager, Roubik Golanian
We have some exciting changes at City Hall this month! The 2022 General Municipal Election results are in, and your new City Council includes the following individuals:
- Ardashes “Ardy” Kassakian – Mayor
- Paula Devine – Councilmember
- Ara Najarian – Councilmember (Re-Elected)
- Daniel “Dan” Brotman – Councilmember (Re-Elected)
- Elen Asatryan – Councilmember (Newly-Elected)
There were two additional positions on the ballot this year for Glendale City Clerk and City Treasurer. Your elected officials include
- Dr. Suzie Abajian – City Clerk
- Rafi Manoukian – City Treasurer
I look forward to working with our re-elected and newly-elected officials. I know the Glendale community is in good hands, and I’m excited participate in the implementation of future policies!
I’d also like to thank former councilmember Vrej Agajanian for his time, hard work, and passion for the Glendale community. Mr. Agajanian served Glendale from 2017 through 2022 and always had his door open to those seeking assistance. He served as Mayor from 2020-2021 and was integral to the City’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Agajanian advocated for affordable housing and infrastructure improvements, and I wish him the best in his future endeavors!
Another new addition at City Hall is our Summer Concerts at Parcher Plaza! Join us on Thursdays from July 28 through August 11, 2022, for live music from 7:00pm - 9:00pm. Enjoy the night out and bring a picnic dinner and a folding chair or blankets for seating. Learn more here.
I’m happy to announce that Glendale Cruise Night is back in full swing this weekend! Don’t miss out on a great evening with 350 classic cars, family fun, live music, and a fireworks show! Visit glendalecruisenight.com for more information.
I know I’m taking every chance I get to spend some time with my family and friends around the BBQ, and I hope you are too! Have a great summer, Glendale!
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 2021 Water Quality Report is Now Available
Glendale Water & Power’s Annual Water Quality Report for 2021 is now available to read online! This report contains important information about Glendale’s drinking water supply and quality. Glendale’s drinking water was once again excellent, and continuously passes tough State and Federal quality standards.
Please email GWP if you would like a hard copy mailed to your home.
It's Easy, Essential, and OK to Water Trees!
Did you know that tree watering is permitted during the same days and times as any other outdoor water usage? There is no time limit, provided you water using a hose with a shutoff, or with a bucket. A lawn may regrow in a year, but a new tree will take decades to grow. Trees keep your home and neighborhood cooler, helps clean the air, and reduces energy costs. Drought stress affects their long-term health, making trees susceptible to diseases and pests.
Click here for tips on how to save water and your trees during a drought!
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 Summer Concerts at Verdugo Park
Join us for a night out at the park in this family friendly setting of live performances from a variety of talented bands. Bring a picnic dinner and folding chairs or blankets for seating....and don't forget your dancing shoes! Summer concerts in the park will be at two locations with their schedules listed below:
Visit our website for more details.
GCC Celebrates Opening of New Athletic Complex
Glendale Community College (GCC) opened the new Kinesiology and Vaquero Athletic Complex on the college’s Verdugo Campus, supporting physical education classes and fostering competition and training spaces for all 16 athletic programs on campus.
The multi-year project features a seismic retrofit of the existing Verdugo Gymnasium and an expansion to modernize the facility which now includes new locker rooms, and a second competition gymnasium for volleyball, pickleball, and badminton. One major highlight of the upgrades includes a state-of-the-art weight room and shaded outdoor exercise area that will accommodate a variety of fitness course offerings while overlooking beautiful Sartoris Field. The project also added offices for Kinesiology and Athletics faculty and staff.
The project is funded by Measure GC, a $325 million bond measure approved by 73% of Glendale voters in 2016.
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Reduce Waste at Summer Gatherings
Did you know that up to 40% of produced food is never eaten? Use these tips to reduce your food waste this Summer:
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Use a Shopping List: Plan your meals and make of list of necessary items before heading to the store. Remember not to purchase items that were not eaten from past grocery trips.
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Repurpose Food: Look for a new recipe to use items before throwing away food.
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Remember to Freeze: Use your freezer to store prepared foods, juice, bread, or other edible items that can be used at a later time.
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Compost: Begin home composting to turn leftover food into a valuable soil amendment. Click here for fore more information.
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 Pet of the Month
Meet Ace! Ace was abandoned and rescued at the train station in San Jose when he was less than a year old. Despite having parvo disease and being very fearful, Ace survived and found a loving home. Ace is now eight years old! He is a trained and certified service dog, CGC certified, and a certified set dog. He loves showing off his tricks and tasks! Say "hi" to Ace if you see him out in Glendale!
Fill out our form to have your furry best friend featured in our newsletter. We can't wait to meet the pets of Glendale!
 Wildlife Encounters
Click here for more tips on what to do when encountering a wild animal. You can also report any wildlife sightings by visiting our website.
Library Events Calendar
 NEW Electric Vehicle Buyers Guide Website
GWP's new EV Buyers Guide makes it easier than ever to learn about the benefits of driving an electric vehicle. This guide has information on available EVs on the market, incentives and programs, the ability to compare EV costs against other vehicles, and more! Check it out.
Questions for Your Hauler?
Residents of single family units and properties of four units or less should contact Public Works Integrated Waste at by phone at (818) 548-3916 or email.
 Stay informed about outages through Glendale Water & Power’s Outage Text Alerts!
Once enrolled, GWP will text you:
- If they detect a power or water outage in your area, with the estimated time we’ll have service restored.
- A status update, if the estimated restoration time changes, or if we have restored service in your area.
Once enrolled, you may text GWP at 1-855-550-4497 to report water and electric outages:
- Text OUT to report a power outage.
- Text WATER to report a water outage.
Click here to enroll.
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Public Works is Ready and Resilient
National Public Works Week was first proclaimed by President John F. Kennedy as an annual reminder to educate, engage and inform the public about the important role public works plays in communities across America. To highlight the critical role public works employees play in Glendale, the Public Works Department debuted a new video. From improving our roads and streets, to promoting sustainability in our community, to providing seamless service delivery throughout the global COVID-19 pandemic, and much more, the PW team is ready to serve the community and respond to daily challenges.
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Grocery Stores and Restaurants: Donate Recoverable Food
California Senate Bill 1383, also called the California's Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCP) Reduction strategy, requires large businesses to donate edible food. Large generators, also known as Tier One Donors were required to begin donating food on January 1, 2022, whereas Tier Two Donors must begin donating on January 1, 2024. Learn more about Tier One and Two businesses by visiting our website or emailing us recycle@glendaleca.gov.
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