Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Glendale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in business jobs with medium priority
Individual Council Request System Overload
The council and city manager acknowledged that the system allowing individual members to submit requests for staff reports and policy research has created an unmanageable backlog of 111 items since 2023. They discussed ways to prioritize or prune the list.
Workforce Development and Displaced Worker Assistance
The Verdugo Workforce Development Board secured new grant funding to assist employees impacted by JPL layoffs while continuing adult and youth employment programs.
City Vacancy and Recruitment Reporting (AB 2561)
The city reported an average vacancy rate of 13.5% for 2025 and highlighted ongoing efforts to fill hard-to-fill positions and retain staff.