Season of Sunshine: News & Events in Glendale!

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This publication is brought to you by Mayor Elen Asatryan and City Councilmembers Ara Najarian, Ardy Kassakhian, Dan Brotman, and Vartan Gharpetian.

A Message from the City Manager, Roubik Golanian Summer is around the corner, Glendale! As we embrace the warmth of this new season, I’m excited to share all of our upcoming events and resources with you, such as insightful webinars, a save the date for our famous Cruise Night, and so much more! Inside this edition of the City Connection newsletter, you'll find essential summer tips to help you make the most of the season in our wonderful Jewel City. Here are some things to keep in mind: Summer Day Camp registration is still open for two of our locations, with limited availability, be sure to enroll soon! These camps are packed with fun and educational activities to keep our youth engaged and active all summer long! Our Sustainability team, along with the Community Services and Parks team, is actively recruiting student commissioners, which is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in local government, along with helping shape the future of our city! City offices will be closed on June 19, in observance of Juneteenth, a historic day marking the end of slavery in the United States. Let's make this summer one to remember Glendale! Don’t forget to stay hydrated and beat the heat!

Limited Spots Available in Summer Day Camps ☀️

Summer Day Camps registration is still open! Though most of our camps are sold out, there are still some spaces available in Sparr-Tacular Half-Day Camp (Ages 6-12) at Sparr Heights Community Center and Travelin’ Teens Camp (Ages 12-14) at Pacific Community Center.

To receive reduced Glendale Resident rates, you must provide proof of residency for 2024 in the form of a utility bill showing at least 2 months history, or a deed/rental agreement, and you must receive confirmation of residency prior to registering as a resident. Please email your proof of residency to CSPCustomerService@GlendaleCA.gov, bring it to any community center, or the Customer Service Office. 

Camp locations and dates are posted on GlendaleCA.gov/DayCamps.
Questions? Please call (818) 548-2752.

Glendale Clothing Swap & Repair Café! 

Cars for Cops & Kids Car Show!

Join us for a free business webinar on ‘Mastering Financial Literacy: Unlocking the Secrets of Key Financial Statements and Effective Collections.’ In this webinar, you can expect to learn about the Income Statement, the Balance Sheet, and the Cashflow Statement, equipping you with insights to navigate financial terrain with confidence. 

Event Details:
June 4, 2024
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Virtual 

Classic Films Under the Stars 📽️

"Classic Films Under the Stars" is back for a second season, presented on the lawn of the Doctor's House in Glendale’s Brand Park.

Mark your calendars for these three Saturday evenings:

• June 8, 2024: Walt Disney’s Pinocchio
• July 13, 2024: the Film Noir classic Crime Wave
• August 3, 2024: Bye Bye Birdie

Gates will open at 5:30 PM, with the show starting at 7:00 PM.

Event Details:
June 8, July 13, and August 3, 2024
7:00 PM
Brand Park
1601 W. Mountain St.
Glendale, CA 91201

Glendale Outdoors!

Spend quality family time enjoying the great outdoors once a month with our naturalists! We invite you to join us in exploring the Stone Barn Nature Center, go on an interpretive hike, and create a nature-themed craft.

A FREE bus leaves from Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave. at 8:30 AM and returns at 12:30 PM. Everyone is encouraged to ride the bus, but you may choose to meet us at Deukmejian park.

Event Details:
June 8, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Bus leaves Pacific Community Center at 8:30 AM)
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road
La Crescenta, CA 91214

Become a Student Commissioner!

Attention Students: Two opportunities to become a Student Commissioner for the Sustainability and Community Services & Parks department!

Qualifications: 

• Must Be a Student 
• Must Live in Glendale 
• Must Be 25 Years of Age or Younger 
• Must Be Available During Meeting Times

Benefits:

• Gain Experience in Local Government 
• Shape the Quality of Life in Glendale 
• Attain Leadership Experience 
• Earn Volunteer Credit and Service Hours 
• Enhance Your Resume 

Apply by June 14, 2024.

Free Webinar: The Fine Art of Credit Management

Join us for ‘The Fine Art of Credit Management’, where you'll learn to explore strategies for success amidst information overload and technological advancements. This online webinar will provide tools to evaluate your business environment, develop an action plan, and maximize the economic impact of credit. 

Event Details: 
June 18, 2024 
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM 
Virtual

City Offices Closed for Juneteenth

All Glendale City offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19, 2024, in observance of Juneteenth. This is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Join us in celebrating this important holiday by honoring freedom, resilience, and the fight for equality.

Campfire Program 🏕️

Join us on Saturday, June 22nd to learn all about the “herps” (snakes, lizards, frogs and more) that inhabit Southern California.

This will be an evening of songs, skits, smiles, and s’mores.

Event Details:
June 22, 2024
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Deukmejian Wilderness Park
3429 Markridge Road
La Crescenta, CA 91214

Summer Reading is Back! 

Join Glendale Library, Arts & Culture’s 77th Annual Summer Reading Challenge June 1st through August 10th, with the theme “Read, Renew, Repeat.” All ages can register in person at any of GLAC’s eight branch libraries, or online through the Glendale Beanstack Website.

Children, Teens, and Adults receive prizes for signing up for the challenge, meeting reading goals, and completing fun activities.

Last year, our community read over 400,000 minutes together through the Summer Reading Challenge! Let’s see if Glendale can surpass that this summer!

All Aboard! 👋🏼

Enjoy Deukmejian Wilderness Park without worrying about how to get there! Wander the Wilderness Bus is a FREE shuttle operating every weekend to help you and your family get to the park, and explore the wilderness!

Funding for the bus is provided by Metro, a partner in our community.

Save the Date: Glendale Cruise Night is Coming Soon!

The 29th Annual Cruise Night Event will be held in the heart of Glendale on Brand Blvd. Join us to witness hundreds of classic and import/modified cars, while listening to the live performances on the main stage. 

The evening includes city & vendor booths, giveaways, activities for kids, and FUN!  Restaurants in the area will all be open to satisfy your hunger during the event. Stick around to the end for a Fireworks Spectacular Show at the main stage. This event is FREE!

Event Details:
July 20, 2024
5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Brand Boulevard, Between Milford and Broadway

Summer’s the time to stay cool, so visit Pacific Community Pool! 🏊

Pacific Community Pool is open year-round and group/private swim lessons registration is now open! Visit GlendaleAquatics.org for current hours of operation, swim lesson times, summer swim and water polo team information, the Junior Lifeguard Academy, and general program/registration information.

Questions: Call (818) 937-7433 or click below!

Application for Trail Safety Patrol Now Open! 🚲

2024 Fire Service Day Was A Success! 🚒

On Saturday, May 11^th, the Glendale Fire Department opened its doors to the community for its annual Fire Service Day. More than 5,000 people explored Fire Station 21 to interact with their first responders.

Some highlights included seeing Fire Chief Fish and the Command Staff cook and serve free pancakes, live demonstrations such as vehicle extrications, and a visit from Mickey and Minnie Mouse! Events like these are essential for improving community safety awareness and for building the mutual trust and cooperation needed to effectively manage emergencies. We can't wait for next year!

GWP Launches Customer Engagement Videos

Glendale Water & Power (GWP) is proud to announce the launch of SmartVX, an innovative personalized video solution provided by Harris Computers to enhance their customer engagement experience.

This initiative is set to improve the way GWP communicates with their customers, offering tailored video content directly linked to their specific needs and interactions with municipal services such as bills, programs, news announcements, and outage management information.

The Home Energy and Water Upgrade program helps residential customers save energy and water through a home survey and the installation of conservation devices, at no cost! To schedule your free home survey, click below!

Cerritos Park Splash Pad Now Open!

Compost Program Partnership!

The City of Glendale's Integrated Waste Management team has concluded an enriching 10-week partnership with Glendale Community College's Team Internships class. Together, they collaborated on developing an innovative, community-centered compost program poised to enhance our city!

Park Playground Survey Now Available! 

Wading Pools 🌊

Wading pools are small 1-2 ft. deep pools designed for children 8 years and under. There are 4 wading pools throughout the city that will open for drop-by use beginning June 10 on a rotating basis. You can reserve a wading pool for your private party, too! We are now taking reservations for wading pool rentals from June through September. 

Free Shade Trees! 🌳

The Tree Power Program helps eligible residential customers save energy by offering up to three free shade trees to plant on their property. Properly planted shade trees can help residents save 10%-50% in air conditioning costs.

Glendale residential customers can choose up to three free shade trees from a list of 30 different varieties. Submit your request below:

Summer 2024 Leisure Guide Available Online! 

The Leisure Guide is the city's quarterly e-publication where you can find information about programs, classes, services, and events that the city is offering that season. You'll find classes and activities that suit each person in your family, from tots to seniors. Want to see a list of all our parks or learn about our rental facilities? Looking for our department's phone directory? That's inside too!

Want to Make a Difference in our Community?

Volunteering for a Board or Commission is one of the best ways to give back to your community! If you have an eye for design plans, or know the in's and out's of building safety codes, apply to join either of the following Boards and help shape the future of our community!

Summary of each Commission's purview:

Arts & Culture Commission - facilitate interaction among artists, promote art activities and education and recognize achievement in the arts.

Audit Committee - review financial information and internal controls. Provide recommendation to the City Council regarding the scope, areas of audit and priority.

Building & Fire Board of Appeals - consider appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the Building Official and/or the Fire Marshal relative to the Glendale Building & Safety Code.

Civil Service Commission - establishes the rules and policies under which Glendale's merit system operates, ensuring continuation of Glendale's reputation as a city whose employees attain and keep their positions on the basis of ability, training and experience, rather than political patronage.

Commission on the Status of Women - assess and evaluate the needs and issues of women in the City and to advise the City Council, City departments and other community agencies and organizations of those needs and issues. Recommend programs or legislation to the City Council.

Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee - The duties of the Committee are to oversee an annual community needs assessment and determine funding priorities; evaluate funding proposals and make funding recommendations to City Council; and review performance and program revisions by funded agencies.

Design Review Board – review and approve design plans and applications in accordance with the Glendale Zoning Code, with a focus on appearance, site planning, design, and general layout.

Glendale Water and Power Commission - Acting in an advisory manner, the GWP Commission is charged with the responsibility of recommending to the City Council changes or improvements in the City's water and electric system, together with recommendation as to means of financing such improvements. The Commission also recommends any changes in operational policies which deems advisable and hears water conservation appeals.

Historic Preservation Commission - advise the City Council on historic preservation issues, including the designation of properties to the Glendale Historic Property Register, and assist in building community support for preservation issues.

Parks, Recreation & Community Services Commission - advise the City Council on programming of parks, playgrounds and recreational activities.

Planning Commission - review and make recommendations to City Council on general and master plans and approval of major land subdivision plans. They also consider and determine issues of condominium approvals, minor land divisions, and approvals for Special Recreation Zone issues.

FREE Compost Bin!

Ready to transform your backyard into a thriving oasis? Our Integrated Waste Management Team offers free compost bins to ALL Glendale residents! Discover the countless benefits of composting, such as:

• Enhance plant growth and vitality
• Provide essential nutrients in an eco-friendly manner
• Strengthen soil structure and health
• Combat erosion and conserve water
• Say goodbye to pesky weeds and maintain optimal soil temperature with nutrient rich mulch

Join us in nurturing a greener, healthier Glendale! Click below to request your FREE compost bin.

Free HR Hotline for Local Businesses

Attention Glendale Business Owners:
With the new FREE HR Hotline, you can avoid legal employee related issues, improve compliance, and so much more!

By calling (866) 248-3074, you can expect expert advice on hiring, firing, wage laws, handbook policies, and more. Take advantage of this free service to ensure you avoid HR issues for your business.

Book Your Picnic Area Online!

Did you know the Community Services and Parks department allows customers to book picnic permits online? Once your deposit is paid, a customer service representative will reach out to process your full payment and confirm the reservation. The deposit will be applied towards your picnic fees at the time of confirmation.

Click below to book your picnic reservation online and hold your preferred facility/date for a non-refundable deposit of $50.

Visit Glendale App! 📱

Whether you're visiting Glendale or just want to stay in the know about new hotspots and hidden gems, the Visit Glendale app is here to make your excursion planning hassle-free. Explore Glendale at your fingertips!

Employment Opportunities Available For Students With Special Needs 💼

Student Training & Employment Program (STEP)

We have paid jobs for students with disabilities!

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an L.A. County Resident
• 16-21 years of age
• Have a documented disability or health condition (see flyer for details)
• Have the right to work in the U.S.
• Have a work permit, if under 18

For more information, please contact Glendale Youth Alliance at (818) 937-8073 or via email below:

Glendale Youth Alliance
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LA County Summer Youth Employment Program

Glendale Youth Alliance is accepting applications for LA County Summer Youth Employment program, which offers paid work experience to eligible 14 to 24 year old youth.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be an L.A. County Resident
• 14-24 years of age
• Have the right to work in the U.S.
• Able to obtain a work permit, if under 18

For more information, please contact Glendale Youth Alliance at (818) 937-8073, or via email below:

Looking for work? 💼

The Verdugo Jobs Center is a career center providing our region’s workforce with career counseling, job search assistance, professional development & training, job fairs, workshops, & more all free of charge. Interested in public service? Visit Government Jobs.

Stay Connected!

This is an official publication of the City of Glendale, distributed by the Communications Office. For inquiries, please contact City Connection Editor
Annette Ghazarian at MyGlendale@GlendaleCA.gov or (818) 548-4844 opt.1.