Ara Najarian
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 40
- Total speaking time
- 7:19:48
- Avg per meeting
- 11:00
- Segments
- 7215
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Top issues during term (20)
Emergency Housing Voucher Program Funding and Transition
Potential reallocation or tracking of federal and Measure A funds for vulnerable populations.
Domestic Violence Response and Support Services
Grant requests up to $500,000 or more per award from federal funds.
East-West Glendale Historic Context Statement and Survey Updates
Covered in part by a $40,000 Certified Local Government grant.
South Glendale Pavement Management Program
Estimated project cost is $14.5 million funded by the San Fernando corridor tax share fund.
FY 2026-27 General Fund Budget and Five-Year Forecast
Addressing the deficit requires identifying $20 million to $33 million annually in savings or new revenue.
Water Rate Projections and Community Concerns
Adjustments to municipal water rates affecting local property owners and utility customers.
Office of the City Auditor and Independent Audit Commission Charter Amendment
Creates ongoing staffing and operational costs for an executive-level city auditor office, potentially offset by prevented financial waste.
Charter Amendments Pertaining to Civil Service, Fund Accounting, and Governance
Would have incurred election expenses totaling over $700,000 if placed on the ballot.
Proposed 0.25% Transactions and Use Tax Measure for November 2026 Ballot
Would have generated an estimated $11 million annually for the General Fund starting April 1, 2027.
Integrated Waste Management & Plastic Reduction
Generates positive net operating revenues and reduces long-term post-closure fund obligations by nearly $24 million.
Animated Signage Overlay Zone (ANSOZ)
Generates ongoing revenue-sharing fees for the city estimated at over $60,000 conservatively.
Artificial Turf Replacement at Glendale Sports Complex
The project is estimated to cost approximately $1.3 million funded from the general fund.
Modernization of Municipal Job Classifications
None.
Pacific Community Pool Operating Hours
Operated through general fund allocations and Measure S revenue sources.
Single-Family Home Rebuild at 1335 Norton Avenue
Private residential investment with public review for architectural and environmental compliance.
Student Commissioner Appointments and Recruitment
None.
Multi-Family Housing Development at 2817 Montrose Avenue
Private investment of several million dollars adding 42 units, including 5 very low-income units at no cost to the city.
Rental Housing Data Collection and Landlord-Tenant Issues
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FY 2026 Audit Work Plan Review and FY 2027 Proposed Work Plan
Enhances audit efficiency without requiring additional software expenditures.
Air Conditioner to Heat Pump (AC2HP) Ordinance Status
Indeterminate impact on construction and HVAC replacement costs pending state determination.
Decisions during term (428)
Recorded while Najarian was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Approval of September 24, 2026 Minutes
1335 Norton Avenue Design Review (PDR-006825-2026)
ITEM: 3411-3427 Foothill Boulevard (will be continued to DRB meeting on November 12, 2026). PDR-006442-2026 PROJECT DESCRIPTION To demolish an existing automobile dealership (consisting of one building and one structure) located at the…
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of Wireless Telecommunications Facility Renewal at 403 South Central Avenue
Denial of Appeal for Lot Line Adjustment at 4680 and 4690 San Fernando Road
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
ADJOURNMENT
Adjournment
Domestic Violence Strategic Plan Request
Approval of September 17, 2026 Minutes
3127 San Gabriel Avenue: Glendale Register Nomination and Mills Act Application
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of Historic Preservation Commission Minutes from September 17, 2026.
ADJOURNMENT
Approval of Minutes for September 9, 2026
Director of Communications and Community Relations Job Bulletin
Utility Operations Supervisor Class Specification
Police Services Officer Series Class Specifications
Criminalist I, II, III Class Specifications
Voting record (138)
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Domestic Violence Strategic Plan Request
Motion to Direct Staff on Draft Charter Amendment for City Auditor and Audit Commission
Note and File the 2026 Homeless Point-in-Time Count
Agendize Review of Budgeting Process and Participatory Budgeting
Zoning Code Amendment Case No. PZC-0018-2026 (Murals Ordinance)
Direct Staff to Draft Charter Amendment for City Auditor and Audit Committee
Recommend Charter Amendments for Fund Accounting Cleanup and Bond Financing
City Council Motion Adopting the FY 2026-27 LACAHSAAnnuaI Budget for Measure A Funds and Authorizing Submittal to LACAHSA; City Council Motion Authorizing Staff to Request a Waiver from LACAHSA’s RPHP
City Council Resolution [26-86] of Appropriation in the Amount of $809,485
City Council Motion Authorizing Release of Funds
Housing Authority Motion Authorizing Executive Director to Amend New Affordable Housing Agreement and Related Documents
Hamilton Court Phase 3 Funding and Agreement Amendments
LACAHSA FY 2026-27 Budget Renewal and Measure A Approvals
Resolution [26-88] Reciting the Fact of the General Municipal Election Held on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, Declaring the Results and Such Other Matters as Provided by Law
Adoption of Resolution No. 26-88 Declaring Election Results
Consent Calendar Approval
Approval of Updated Publicly Available Pay Schedules (PAPS)
Cottage Grove Drainage Improvements RFP
Substantial Amendment to HOME-ARP Allocation Plan – Parkview Glendale
Adصption of FY 2026-27 Glendale Housing Authority Budget and LMIHAF Findings
Appointment of Chief of Police
Consent Calendar (Excluding 5e and 5b)
Consent Item 5.b: District 12 ADA Curb Ramp Installation and Sidewalk Repair
Adoption of Urgency Ordinance for SB 79 Delayed Effectuation
FY 2026-27 Gann Appropriations Limit
FY 2025-26 Glendale Water and Power Transfer
Adoption of FY 2026-27 Citywide Budget and Associated Resolutions
Approval of Litigation Settlement: Asadorian v. City of Glendale
North Hollywood to Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit Corridor Project Cooperative Agreement
Support of State Bills Recommended by Commissions
Reaffirm Support for AB 65 (School Employee Paid Leave)
Expressed concern that the state bill interferes with local collective bargaining agreements and imposes uncalculated financial costs on school districts.
Adoption of Minutes and Consent Calendar (excluding Item 5D)
Consent Item 5D: Glendale-Los Angeles Garden River Bridge Project MND
Introduction of SB 79 Delayed Effectuation Urgency Ordinance
Integrated Library System Services Contract Extension (Resolution)
Adoption of Rules of Order and Remote Public Access Policy (SB 707)
Adoption of 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
Recommendation on City Treasurer Qualifications
Consent Calendar Approval
Resolution Authorizing 30-Year Power Sales Agreement for Notch Peak Solar Project
Approval of Draft Historic Resources Survey and Authorization of Petition Circulation for Cleveland Knoll Historic District
Consent Calendar Approval
Adoption of Objective Design Standards Ordinance
Solid Waste Collection Rates Reduction
Approval of Measure R Sub-Regional Program Modifications and New Programming
Fire Department Billing Consolidation and Appropriations
Police Department Brand Standardization for Axon Enterprise Inc. and 10-Year Contract
Award of Contract for Glorietta Tennis Operations
Raised serious concerns regarding anti-collusion principles and the participation of the same principal individual in multiple competing proposals.