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Key actions at a glance:

- Adoption of fire hazard maps: Council adopted an ordinance adopting the 2025 Local Responsibility Area (LRA) fire hazard severity zone maps as recommended by the California State Fire Marshal. Staff noted the item was introduced July 15; no public speakers were recorded on the item and council approved the ordinance.

- Grandview Library roofing and solar RFP: Council approved a resolution authorizing city staff to issue a request for proposals using the design‑build alternative project delivery method for a membrane roof overlay and photovoltaic system at Grandview Library. Staff said the existing roof has exceeded its design life and leaks after major storms; the membrane system proposed carries a 30‑year warranty. The design‑build delivery method requires council approval.

- Glendale Water & Power (GWP) PI historian contract: Council approved dispensing with competitive bidding and authorized the city manager to execute a six‑year agreement with Aviva Software LLC for continued support and expansion of GWP’s PI historian system (initial three‑year term not to exceed $904,781). Staff explained Aviva acquired OSIsoft and is the exclusive provider for the embedded system; the system captures real‑time operations data and supports Grayson power plant and Shoal Canyon biogas integration.

- Alex Theatre network infrastructure amendment: Council approved an amendment to the competitively bid voice and data cabling contract with Wilsis Communications, increasing the contract by $45,000 and approving a resolution of appropriation for $110,000 from general fund reserves to modernize the Alex Theatre’s network and security infrastructure.

- Weed abatement charges: Following a public hearing, council adopted a resolution confirming weed abatement charges for fiscal year 2024‑25. Staff and the fire chief explained the annual inspection and county abatement process for vacant parcels in very high fire hazard areas and urged property owners to comply with notices to avoid county abatement and subsequent assessment on property tax bills.

Votes and process notes: The recorded roll calls in the transcript excerpts show these items were moved and seconded and carried by council; where no individual roll‑call names are recorded in the available transcript excerpt, the meeting minutes will contain the formal roll call. The Mills Act applications were considered separately and were denied (see separate item). Council asked staff to return with follow‑up where needed (for example, funding for library and theater projects and clarification on funding sources for rooftop solar projects).

Ending: Most procurement and infrastructure items advanced; council requested follow‑up reporting and confirmed the weed abatement assessments after a public hearing.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City Council - 7/29/25","oneSentenceSummary","Glendale City Council on July 29 approved a set of procurement and policy actions, including adoption of the 2025 Local Responsibility Area fire hazard maps and approvals to advance a library roof and solar design‑build procurement, GWP software support, and theater network upgrades.","taxTitle","Glendale, Los Angeles County, California","taxId",4651,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6586523,"Glendale council denies two Mills Act applications after heated public debate",3006,3524000,6530000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb&start=3524&end=6530","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb/thumbnail_3524000.jpg","/articles/6586523/Glendale/Los-Angeles-County/California/Glendale-council-denies-two-Mills-Act-applications-after-heated-public-debate","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6586523-0416241acdc9fc8e64054aba0ebe2fe3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156065&Signature=UD344QhsSmWdjb8vo0fPGAwjEj1qobXc0e-Irye35POeVEn1ijDkhObWNWRFPa16LzVZf9I1tXPWUn1QFSEGXegw~S-CX7ygNzGPaOECBOXY3YMn349NiD4BTf4o2mPH-DMitTc~JeeFm0nFVz3TjZA0h3EQT4~n8eXrpEn-UKXvEUPMFkxZwX8ZVQRfbejAiMTKlta5NgjlHFjNZQw7wHXtUcyYC8V7qoXQjvMwqU30BXSmk7iDNXl7MyBUi-QGbkYV88xlWYPFsxgrfpOpjkw1pEgRgfzSfbqValFni7TPSMLRnbN0-H8EqWz5beiH17AGzkesp9to40mcmyGrvw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Glendale City Council on July 29 voted to deny two Mills Act contract applications for contributing properties in local historic districts after a multi‑hour public hearing and extended staff briefing.

The Mills Act is a state enabling law implemented locally to provide property tax relief in exchange for an agreed program of preservation and maintenance. The two properties before the council — 324 Lawson Place and 1833 Neodrara Drive — were recommended for approval by the Glendale Historic Preservation Commission but raised concerns from staff about whether the proposed work plans and public benefit justified the tax relief.

Jay Platt, city planning staff, told council the Mills Act contributor program in Glendale was created in 2016 and has not produced many applicants. Platt said staff spent substantial time developing an application and evaluation process and that the two applications presented “have a lot of similarities” but that staff had “concerns about whether these applications are appropriate for the program.” He explained the staff and Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) diverged on specific work items and on how to quantify public benefit.

Property owners and supporters addressed council during the public hearing. Francesca Smith, one of the applicants, said she and her husband purchased their house before the district was designated, described years of volunteer preservation work, and urged council to approve the Mills Act contracts. Edward Silver, the owner of 1833 Neodrara Drive, said his family bought the home in 2006 and planned work to restore the house to its 1955 appearance.

Supporters including Damian Sullivan argued the tax benefit would help owners maintain historically contributing properties and praised the applicants’ volunteer preservation work. Staff and at least one council member raised equity and fiscal concerns: staff noted the program has required “an incredible amount of staff time,” and Councilmember Asatourian (transcript spelling variants present) urged that any program of tax relief include demonstrated financial need or stronger public‑benefit metrics.

Council considered four specific motions tied to the two applications: resolutions to authorize the city manager to execute Mills Act contracts for each property (items 10b-1 and 10b-3) and motions to deny each application (items 10b-2 and 10b-4). A motion to deny both applications carried; the denial motions were passed and the contracts were not authorized. The transcript does not record a full, unambiguous named roll‑call of each council member in the public record excerpts provided.

Councilmembers and staff repeatedly urged a broader review of the contributor Mills Act program. Staff said outreach had produced very few applicants since the program was established and suggested the city consider refocusing the program toward non‑contributing properties where rehabilitation could yield clearer public benefit.

The council discussion also flagged procedural concerns: several council members said the matter had been years in development and that it would be appropriate to revisit the program’s design, eligibility and the city’s administrative burden. One member requested the topic be placed on a future agenda for further consideration with a full council present.

The decision ends the immediate Mills Act pursuit for the two properties, while leaving open a possible program redesign and future applications if council directs staff to return with alternatives.

Ending: Council did not adopt the Mills Act contracts for 324 Lawson Place and 1833 Neodrara Drive; members said they expect additional staff work and a possible council discussion to revisit the contributor program’s rules and outreach.","After public testimony and a lengthy staff presentation, Glendale City Council voted to deny two Mills Act contract applications for properties in local historic districts, concluding an eight‑year process that divided preservation advocates and planning staff.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6586507,"Council asks staff to prepare plan and consider ad hoc committee for World Cup and Olympics opportunities",84,6666000,6750000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb&start=6666&end=6750","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb/thumbnail_6666000.jpg","/articles/6586507/Glendale/Los-Angeles-County/California/Council-asks-staff-to-prepare-plan-and-consider-ad-hoc-committee-for-World-Cup-and-Olympics-opportunities","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6586507-b2ddfb173428cacfd5b02eb21a488496/orig.mp4?Expires=1771156065&Signature=i5gCaxEO6azPP~qo~76ySsDoh1-nevKbhtVkORFlUUfPV49Qx-O1P9KYK4nwwkLnZUuGFIpwIyzkz6cq6wI0iYWv6rV~zDqg8mztJt~ZYiei8IaWfE1T~DfBRVqPEg6otyXCoE4x06bC527LZ6sgQVfwciONEj4DZyrMB6-nYIx-OrisBZeRMEKmu70qEb2KI~8~RMwm7FuufXx5vvGWsCH-AYw56mlA3XPS~8MMvXQ05WpxnH6WjwH-mPZmu0cEzHQkFkDCxotxN~TSl40zqkV4MJHLHdCoHeHOgCqsknVRFVjoaDTJ~xW7167im1LsSnUJHf7S0DRN0T2v140wow__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Glendale City Council unanimously directed staff to prepare a report and to consider forming an ad hoc committee to plan for regional opportunities tied to upcoming World Cup and Olympics events.

Councilmember Asatourian introduced the request, saying she wanted a broader council discussion about how Glendale could leverage the large international sports events to promote local businesses, tourism and community involvement. The motion asked staff to identify opportunities, potential partnerships with local companies and community engagement strategies. Councilmember Kasakian seconded and the motion passed on roll call.

City manager staff said an initial Glendale promotional deck had been prepared and looked positive; council asked staff to return with a fuller report and recommended membership for any ad hoc committee.

Ending: Staff will prepare a report and proposed structure for an ad hoc committee to be considered at a future meeting.","Council directed staff to prepare a report and authorized discussion on forming an ad hoc committee to plan Glendale's participation and opportunities related to upcoming World Cup and Olympics events.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6586511,"Glendale proclaims July 30 as Korean \"Comfort Women\" remembrance day, announces library exhibit",680,270000,950000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb&start=270&end=950","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/5504140-a08ed32736a1ca56ca5510f2f628e7bb/thumbnail_270000.jpg","/articles/6586511/Glendale/Los-Angeles-County/California/Glendale-proclaims-July-30-as-Korean-Comfort-Women-remembrance-day-announces-library-exhibit","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6586511-70c9bdc4f721b5fc9add9caa34a6d8f3/orig.mp4?Expires=1771142783&Signature=CVRZq3L8Vb22W6Pn~zkLrfmWMYQtQA6LpfV98cM8VgeHWaeJZC0jnOSW0ci5Rzz3D-qfU8zOCRCgX7sdm3~Uk-VMEYujYlrYiKerzV3FXOzCaqNc6xLzU8FCKZ8DgFU9ZvC8oSxWI3VGSNKzIWIEAgBVhQR5tvNBXZ-V5YZQ4Ppd-ykazfr-Go3iHYUaHASJ7YCzx-ptJhYVVUWnDoQSiykvGYSPCjZQBdGJhKoAjrLB8Z7jOi3afO~WsdeVIGrNACzFFFepVsW4H3mH007LZ5sim~lF4bVxnJRckK3op2RJl-0r8FlqXJiO4QlXlTYce2bxNRmVdat97ygQ9y12aA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its July 29 meeting Glendale City Council proclaimed July 30, 2025 as Korean Comfort Women Day in remembrance of women and girls who suffered in wartime sexual slavery under the Imperial Japanese military, and invited residents to an associated art exhibit at the Central Library.

Councilmember Asatourian introduced the proclamation and invited representatives from the Korea Glendale Sister City Association, the Korean American Federation of North Los Angeles, Hwarang Youth Foundation and Comfort Women Action for Redress and Education to accept the document.

Speakers from the invited groups urged continued education and advocacy. An organizer described an upcoming exhibit opening at Glendale Central Library on August 16 intended to use art to further public understanding of the issue. The Hwarang Youth Foundation’s representative said educating the next generation about the history is a moral responsibility and a way to prevent future atrocities.

Mayor Ara Najarian and council members spoke in support of the proclamation. Councilmember Asatourian said Glendale is among the few cities worldwide with a comfort women statue and suggested adding a QR code at the statue to link to educational resources. The city manager and staff said the proclamation recognizes the city’s longstanding human‑rights and educational commitments.

Ending: The council presented proclamations to representatives and invited the public to the Central Library exhibit opening on August 16.","Glendale City Council proclaimed July 30, 2025 as Korean Comfort Women Day, recognized local sister‑city organizations and announced an art exhibit at the Central Library tied to the commemoration.","actionData","errors"]

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