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Council told Pasadena Humane contract costs about $1 million a year; staff to seek renegotiation ahead of 2027 extension expiry
Summary
Staff reported Glendale pays roughly $1 million annually to Pasadena Humane Society under a contract that expires in June 2027 and encouraged renegotiation and further research on alternatives including LA County services; council asked for a deeper review.
City staff told the Glendale City Council that Glendale's current contract with the Pasadena Humane Society costs the city about $1 million annually and that the most recent extension on the agreement expires in June 2027.
Assistant City Manager John Tocalian presented high‑level numbers and said staff had contacted nearby providers. He reported that LA County could provide animal care services but had quoted a cost that would have been about $2,025,000 less annually than Pasadena Humane’s then‑estimate; LA County also indicated an upcoming rate increase and could not yet quote the post‑increase amount.
Council members asked for more detail about the contract: what services are covered, numbers of impounds versus calls for service, and whether Glendale is getting events and adoption outreach comparable to what is performed in Pasadena. Council member Garpetian asked whether the 2,225 calls for service represented discrete people served or simply calls for service; police staff clarified the number is calls for service and that the number of people impacted varies by incident type.
Council member Asadarian urged staff to seek renegotiation so the city can be sure it is paying for services provided and suggested staff also assess local alternatives and community efforts to reestablish a local humane presence. Staff said the police department manages the contract and that staff will pursue a deeper review well before the June 2027 expiration.
No contract action was taken at the meeting; staff described the item as a follow‑up and said they would return with more detailed analysis, including service counts and contract terms, in the months before the expiration.
