Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Glendale public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in water utilities with critical priority
Emergency Housing Voucher Program Funding and Transition
Federal funding for the Emergency Housing Voucher program is running out, leaving about 170 Glendale families facing relocation. City staff are working with regional agencies like HACLA and LACDA to transition families into permanent vouchers or bridge programs, though tenants face challenges with moving requirements.
Water Rate Projections and Community Concerns
Water utility customers will face potential rate adjustments following the council's authorization of the Proposition 218 notification process.
Section 8 Program Funding Shortfall and Leasing Pause
Glendale Housing Authority is operating under a federal budget shortfall, which has forced a pause on issuing new Section 8 vouchers from the waiting list.
Water Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) System Replacement
Glendale Water and Power is replacing approximately 36,000 water meters and communication endpoints to modernize utility infrastructure, improve leak detection, and ensure billing accuracy. The $24 million project addresses failing legacy equipment where nearly 40 percent of endpoints are no longer communicating.