The following Glendale representatives celebrated the city winningas the “Best City for Business” by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry June 3. They are, front row from left: Council member Bart Turner, council member Leandro Baldenegro, council member Lupe Conchas, Vice Mayor Lauren Tolmachoff, Mayor Jerry Weiers, council member Ray Malnar, council member Diana Guzman, Director of Communications Sue Breding, Assistant City Manager Vicki Rios and Deputy Director of Economic Development Lori German. Back row, from left: Deputy City Manager Brent Stoddard, Assistant City Manager Jamsheed Mehta, City Manager Kevin Phelps, Glendale Chamber of Commerce Director Joshua Gunn and Interim Economic Development Director Trent Dutry.
(City of Glendale)
The Glendale City Council unanimously approved on June 10 a $1.46 billion budget for fiscal year 2025-26.
Highlights include technological advancements aimed at enhancing public safety, water services and traffic management.
This adopted budget is a 1% decrease from the prior year’s budget and includes an operating budget of $710 million and a capital improvement plan budget of $478 million.
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Glendale council approves $1.46B city budget
(City of Glendale)
The following Glendale representatives celebrated the city winningas the “Best City for Business” by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry June 3. They are, front row from left: Council member Bart Turner, council member Leandro Baldenegro, council member Lupe Conchas, Vice Mayor Lauren Tolmachoff, Mayor Jerry Weiers, council member Ray Malnar, council member Diana Guzman, Director of Communications Sue Breding, Assistant City Manager Vicki Rios and Deputy Director of Economic Development Lori German. Back row, from left: Deputy City Manager Brent Stoddard, Assistant City Manager Jamsheed Mehta, City Manager Kevin Phelps, Glendale Chamber of Commerce Director Joshua Gunn and Interim Economic Development Director Trent Dutry.
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The Glendale City Council unanimously approved on June 10 a $1.46 billion budget for fiscal year 2025-26.
Highlights include technological advancements aimed at enhancing public safety, water services and traffic management.
This adopted budget is a 1% decrease from the prior year’s budget and includes an operating budget of $710 million and a capital improvement plan budget of $478 million.
“The budget adoption demonstrates Glendale’s strong economic growth that is allowing us to invest in forward-thinking technology that best serves our community,” Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps stated in a press release.
Technological enhancements include:
Police Department: Officers will have access to real-time livestreams of emergency calls before they are dispatched. This technology improves response times and increases situational awareness for the first responders. Additionally, all police vehicles will be equipped with new speed detection technology to improve road safety.
Water Services Department: Upgraded water meters will be installed to allow automated readings and more accurate, timely water usage data.
Transportation Department: Flashing yellow arrows will be installed at more intersections throughout the city.
Fire Department: Modernizing fire facilities and enhancing the fleet will improve response times within the community.
"I'm proud of the collaboration between our city council and budget team in delivering a responsible, balanced budget for 2025–26," Glendale Mayor Jerry P. Weiers stated in the release. "For the 10th year in a row, there's no increase to the property tax rate, while we continue to prioritize public safety, infrastructure, and economic growth."
Residents will also enjoy expanded and enhanced recreational opportunities in Glendale with the approved budget. A new mini, soccer pitch will be constructed, and two basketball courts will be added at Bonsall Park North, bringing the total to four basketball courts.
Pickleball and volleyball courts at the Bonsall Park North will be resurfaced. More LED lights will be installed to facilitate community teams playing sports at night.
To learn about Glendale’s budget, visit this page.
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